AR control. what is it?

[jazig.k]

iv just got the car [a 1988 3.0] a few days ago and this little button and red flashing square is something that has puzzled me. what is it?

when i start the car it flashes and i press the button it stops. some times it comes back flashing after a little bit and some times not.

[kuni123456]

The AR control panel is a warning system for parts of the car. For instance, there is a brake warning light located in the top row and far right corner. If that light goes on then you have a problem with the electric brake hydraulic pump. I had this problem and had to replace the pump because I could not stop the car. I own a 1988 3.0 Milano and purchased it new in December, 1988. Sometimes all of the lights on the AR control panel light up and it is very annoying, but I would not disable the panel because warning lights are important. You can find out the function of each light from your owner's manual.

[jazig.k]

i didnt get any manuals or history for the car sadly...

i take it that the big rectangle that flashes is to just grab your attention and the little button to reset it all after the problem has been fixed?

[kuni123456]

The Alfa Romeo Owner's Club in the United States used to have owner's manuals copies for sale. You could also use eBay to find used owner's manuals. I would probably recommend finding the shop manual on eBay. I purchased one when my car was new and it is very good for repairing the car. I cannot tell you how many times I have used it to fix my two Milanos. I hope that Alfa Romeo will soon send new cars to the United States. I believe that you can buy new Alfas in Australia.

[AlfaPDent]

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Originally Posted by jazig.k i didnt get any manuals or history for the car sadly... i take it that the big rectangle that flashes is to just grab your attention and the little button to reset it all after the problem has been fixed?

[Craig]

G'Day ????,

Visit my site and download the Alfa 90 Cluster and Electronic Instruments manual for a description of the A.R.C. and it's functions.

Also look at the information page for common problems and fixes.