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does not work, even though the screen

washers continue to work.

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BRAKE FLUID

Check that the fluid is at the max. level. If

the liquid level in the tank is insufficient,

contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to

have the system checked.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ACTIVATION SYSTEM OIL

5)

The transmission control oil level should

only be checked at an Alfa Romeo

Dealership.

BATTERY

192) 193) 194) 195)

84)

6)

The battery does not require the

electrolyte to be topped up with distilled

water. A periodic check carried out at

an Alfa Romeo Dealership is, however,

necessary to check efficiency.

Useful advice for extending the life of

your battery

To avoid draining your battery and make

it last longer, observe the following

instructions:

when you park the car, ensure that

the doors, boot and bonnet are closed

properly, to prevent any lights from

remaining on inside the passenger's

compartment;

switch off all ceiling lights inside the

car: the car is however equipped with a

system which switches all ceiling lights

off automatically;

do not keep accessories (e.g. Connect

system, hazard warning lights, etc.)

switched on for a long time when the

engine is not running;

before performing any operation on

the electrical system, disconnect the

negative battery cable.
If, after purchasing the car, you wish

to install electrical accessories

which require permanent electrical

supply (e.g. alarm, etc.) or accessories

which influence the electrical supply

requirements, contact an Alfa Romeo

Dealership, whose qualified staff

will evaluate the overall electrical

consumption.
WARNING If the battery was

disconnected, do not start the engine

immediately after reconnecting the

terminals, but press the start button,

without operating the pedals, to turn on

the instrument panel and then start the

engine.
WARNING If the charge level remains

under 50% for a long time, the battery

is damaged by sulphation, reducing its

capacity and efficiency at start-up. The

battery is also more prone to the risk

of freezing (at temperatures of 14°F / -

10°C).

Replacing the battery

If necessary, replace the battery with

another original battery with the same

specifications. Follow the battery

Manufacturer’s instructions for

maintenance.
WARNING It will not be possible to open

the boot with a key or by pressing the

button in the passenger compartment

when the battery is disconnected.

So, always extract the manual boot

opening strap before disconnecting the

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battery. The procedure is described in

the "Prolonged car inactivity" paragraph

in this chapter.

WARNING

188)

If the engine oil is being topped up, wait

for the engine to cool down before loosening

the filler cap, particularly for vehicles with

aluminium cap (where provided). WARNING:

risk of burns!

189)

The cooling system is pressurised.

If necessary, only replace the plug with

another original or the operation of the

system may be adversely affected. Do not

remove the reservoir plug when the engine is

hot: you risk scalding yourself.

190)

Do not travel with the windscreen

washer fluid reservoir empty: the

windscreen washer is essential for

improving visibility.

191)

Some commercial additives for

windscreen washer fluid are flammable.

The engine compartment contains hot

components which may start a fire.

192)

Battery fluid is poisonous and

corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and

eyes. Keep open flames away from the

battery and do not use objects that might

create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.

193)

Using the battery with low fluid will

irreparably damage the battery and may

cause an explosion.

194)

If the car must remain unused for a

long time at a very low temperature, remove

the conventional battery and take it to a

warm place, to avoid freezing.

195)

Always wear appropriate goggles to

protect your eyes when working on or near

the conventional battery.

IMPORTANT

80)

The oil level must never exceed the MAX

mark.

81)

If the MAX mark is exceeded (last notch

on the right turns red) after the top-up, go

to an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as

possible to have the oil in excess removed.

82)

Always top up using engine oil of the

same specifications as that already in the

engine.

83)

Use a fluid of the same type as that

already present in the reservoir for any

topping up of the engine cooling system.

The fluid cannot be mixed with other types

of antifreeze fluids. In the event of topping

up with an unsuitable product, under no

circumstances start the engine and contact

an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

84)

When you need to disconnect or remove

the battery, do not close the boot. In order

to avoid possible accidental closure, it is

recommended to place an obstacle (e.g.

a cloth) on the lock that would physically

avoid closure.

IMPORTANT

4)

Used engine oil and oil filters contain

substances which are harmful to the

environment. To change the oil and filters,

we advise you to contact an Alfa Romeo

Dealership.

5)

Used transmission oil contains

substances that may be dangerous for the

environment. You are advised to contact an

Alfa Romeo Dealership for oil changes.

6)

Batteries contain substances which

are very harmful for the environment.

For battery replacement, contact an Alfa

Romeo Dealership.

RECHARGING THE BATTERY

WARNINGS

196) 197)

WARNING Before using the charging

device, always make sure that it is

appropriate for the installed battery,

with constant voltage (below 14.8 V) and

low amperage (maximum 15 A).
WARNING Recharge the battery in a well

ventilated environment.
WARNING Never charge or recharge a

frozen battery: it may explode because

of the nitrogen trapped inside the ice

crystals.
WARNING At all times while charging

or recharging the battery, make sure

that any sparks or open flames are kept

sufficiently far away from the battery.
WARNING Before using any devices to

charge or to maintain the charge of the

battery, carefully follow the instructions

provided with the device in order to

properly and safely connect it to the car

battery.

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You can recharge the battery without

disconnecting the wires of the electrical

system of the car.

To reach the battery, remove the

access panel inside the luggage
compartment fig. 240;

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remove the protective cover (1) fig. 241

and connect the positive cable terminal

of the charger (usually red) to the

positive terminal (+) of the battery;

connect the terminal of the negative

cable of the charger (usually black) to nut

(2) next to the negative terminal (-) of the
battery, as shown in fig. 241;

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The car is equipped with an IBS

(Intelligent Battery Sensor), which is able

to measure the charge and discharge

voltage and calculate the charge level

and the general condition of the battery.
The sensor is placed next to the negative

terminal (-) of the battery.
For a correct charge/discharge

procedure, the charge voltage must go

through the IBS sensor.

Turn the charger on and follow the

instructions on the user's manual to

completely recharge the battery;

when the battery is charged, turn the

charger off before disconnecting it from

the battery;

first disconnect the black cable

terminal of the battery charger and then

the red cable terminal;

refit the protective cover of the

positive terminal of the battery

and the access cover to the battery

compartment.
WARNING If a "quick-type" battery

charger is used with the battery fitted on

the car, before connecting it disconnect

both cables of the battery itself. Do not

use a "quick-type" battery charger to

provide the starting voltage.
WARNING It will not be possible to open

the luggage compartment with a key or

by pressing the button in the passenger

compartment when the battery is

disconnected. So, always extract the

manual luggage compartment opening

strap before disconnecting the battery.

The procedure is described in the

"Prolonged car inactivity" paragraph in

this chapter.

85)

WARNING

196)

The process of charging or recharging

the battery produces hydrogen, a

flammable gas that can explode and cause

serious injury.

197)

When charging or recharging the

battery, always follow the precautions

listed.

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IMPORTANT

85)

When you need to disconnect or remove

the battery, do not close the boot. In order

to avoid possible accidental closure, it is

recommended to place an obstacle (e.g.

a cloth) on the lock that would physically

avoid closure.

SERVICING PROCEDURES

198) 199) 200)

86) 87) 88) 89) 90) 91) 85)

ENGINE OIL

Engine oil level check

88)

To ensure correct engine lubrication, the

oil must always be kept at the prescribed

level (see "Engine compartment" in this

chapter).

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replacing the engine oil filter

The engine oil filter must be replaced

each time the engine oil is changed. It

is advisable to replace it with a genuine

spare part, specifically designed for this

car.

AIR CLEANER

201)

Replacing the air cleaner

See the "Service Schedule" for the

correct servicing intervals. It is advisable

to replace it with a genuine spare part,

specifically designed for this car.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

MAINTENANCE

93) 94)

To ensure the best possible

performance, the air conditioning

system must be checked and undergo

maintenance at an Alfa Romeo

Dealership at the beginning of the

summer.
WARNING Do not use chemicals to clean

the air conditioning system, since the

internal components may be damaged.

This kind of damage is not covered by

warranty.

Replace the pollen filter

See the "Service Schedule" for the

correct servicing intervals. For cleaner

replacement, contact an Alfa Romeo

Dealership.

LUBRICATING MOVING PARTS OF THE

BODYWORK

Ensure that the locks and bodywork

junction points, including components

such as the seat guides, door hinges (and

rollers), boot and bonnet are periodically

lubricated with lithium-based grease to

ensure correct, silent operation and to

protect them from rust and wear.

Also pay particular attention to the

bonnet closing devices, to ensure correct

operation.

WINDSCREEN WIPER

Periodically clean the windscreen and

rear window and rubber profile of the

windscreen wiper blades, using a sponge

or a soft cloth and a non-abrasive

detergent. This eliminates the salt or

impurities accumulated when driving.
Prolonged operation of the windscreen

window wipers with dry glass may

cause the deterioration of the blades, in

addition to abrasion of the surface of the

glass.
In the event of very low outdoor

temperatures, below zero degrees,

ensure that the movement of the rubber

part in contact with the glass is not

obstructed.
Use a suitable deicing product to release

it if required.
Avoid using the windscreen wipers to

remove frost or ice.
Also avoid contact of the rubber profile

of the blades with petroleum derivatives

such as engine oil, petrol, etc.
WARNING It is advisable to replace the

wiper blades about once a year. When

the blades are worn, noise, marks on the

glass or streaks of water may be noticed.
WARNING Driving with worn windscreen

wiper blades is a serious hazard, because

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visibility is reduced in bad weather

conditions.

Raising the windscreen wiper blades

("Service position" function)

The "Service position" function allows

the driver to replace the windscreen

wiper blades more easily. It is also

recommended to activate this function

when it is snowing and to make it easier

to remove any dirt deposits in the

area where the blades are normally

positioned, when washing.

Activation of the function

To activate this function, deactivate the

windscreen wiper (ring fig. 242 in position

O

) before setting the ignition device to

STOP.
This function can only be activated within

2 minutes of setting the ignition device

to STOP.
To activate this function, move the lever

upwards (unstable position) for at least

three seconds.

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Function deactivation

The function is deactivated if:

wait for longer than 2 minutes before

turning the ignition device to the STOP

position, after having raised the lever,

and starting the Service procedure in this

way;

the ignition device is taken to position

ON and the windscreen wiper control.
If, after using the function, the ignition

device is set back to ON with the blades

in a position other than rest position (at

the base of the windscreen), they will

only return to rest position following a

command given using the stalk (stalk

upwards, into unstable position) or when

a speed of 5 km/h is exceeded.

Replacing the windscreen wiper blades

Proceed as follows:

raise the wiper arm, press tab fig. 243

of the attachment spring and remove the

blade from the arm;

fit the new blade, inserting the tab in

the dedicated housing in the arm and

checking that it is locked;

lower the wiper arm onto the

windscreen.

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WARNING Do not operate the

windscreen wiper with the blades lifted

from the windscreen.

Windscreen washer

If there is no jet of fluid, firstly check

that there is fluid in the reservoir (see

paragraph “Engine compartment” in this

chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not

clogged; use a needle to unblock them if

necessary.

EXHAUST SYSTEM

202) 203)

89)

Adequate maintenance of the engine

exhaust system represents the

best protection against leaks of

carbon monoxide into the passenger

compartment.

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COOLING SYSTEM

Coolant (antifreeze) exiting from

the engine or vapour exiting from the

radiator can cause serious burns.
If vapour is seen coming from the engine

compartment, or its hissing is heard, do

not open the bonnet until the radiator

has cooled.
WARNING Never attempt to remove the

cap with radiator or expansion tank hot:

DANGER OF SCALDING!

Engine coolant check

Check the engine coolant level every

1000 km or before long journeys.
Should there be any doubt regarding

leaks from the system (e.g. if frequent

top ups are required), have the seal

checked at an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
WARNING Before removing the engine

coolant reservoir cap, wait for the

system to cool down.

Topping up / draining / flushing the

engine coolant

If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty,

have cleaning and flushing carried out at

an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

Engine cooling system cap

To prevent loss of engine coolant, make

sure that the expansion tank cap is

closed. If it is open, screw it completely

until you reach/hear the click.

Warnings

Never add coolant with the engine hot

or overheated.

Do not attempt to cool an overheated

engine by loosening or removing the cap.

The heat causes a considerable increase

in pressure in the cooling system.

To prevent damage to the engine,

only use the engine cooling circuit caps

provided.

Disposal of used engine coolant

Disposal of engine coolant is subject

to legal requirements: contact the

appropriate body to determine local

regulations.

BRAKING SYSTEM

The guarantee the efficiency of the

braking system, periodically check its

components: for this operation, contact

an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
WARNING Driving with the pedal resting

on the brake pedal may compromise

its efficiency, increasing the risk of

accidents. While driving, never keep your

foot on the brake pedal and do not put

unnecessary strain on it to prevent the

brakes from overheating: excess pad

wear may cause damage to the braking

system.

Warnings

WARNING When a low oil level is

detected, contact an Alfa Romeo

Dealership as soon as possible to have

the system checked.

TRANSMISSION

90)

Special additives

Do not use any type of additive with the

automatic transmission oil.
Avoid the use of transmission sealers,

since they may compromise the

efficiency of the automatic transmission

seals.
WARNING Do not use chemicals to flush

the transmission, since this may damage

its components.

Frequency of oil changes

In normal car operating conditions,

it is not necessary to change the

transmission fluid.
If fluid leaks are noticed or irregular

operation of the transmission is

detected, have it checked immediately at

an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
WARNING Driving the car with an

insufficient oil level may cause serious

damage to the transmission.

WARNING

198)

The air intake system (air cleaner,

rubber hoses, etc.) can be a protection in

the case of blowbacks from the engine. DO

NOT REMOVE this system unless you need

to carry out repair or maintenance. Before

starting the engine, ensure that the system

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has not been removed: failure to observe

this precaution may result in serious injury.

199)

Exhaust emissions are very dangerous,

and may be lethal. They contain carbon

monoxide, a colourless, odourless gas which

can cause fainting and poisoning if inhaled.

200)

The exhaust system may reach high

temperatures and may cause a fire if the

car is parked on flammable material. Dry

grass or leaves can also catch fire if they

come into contact with the exhaust system.

Do not park or use the car in a place in which

the exhaust system might come into contact

with flammable material.

201)

The air intake system (air cleaner,

rubber hoses, etc.) can be a protection in

the case of blowbacks from the engine. DO

NOT REMOVE this system unless you need

to carry out repair or maintenance. Before

starting the engine, ensure that the system

has not been removed: failure to observe

this precaution may result in serious injury.

202)

Exhaust emissions are very dangerous,

and may be lethal. They contain carbon

monoxide, a colourless, odourless gas which

can cause fainting and poisoning if inhaled.

203)

The exhaust system may reach high

temperatures and may cause a fire if the

car is parked on flammable material. Dry

grass or leaves can also catch fire if they

come into contact with the exhaust system.

Do not park or use the car in a place in which

the exhaust system might come into contact

with flammable material.

IMPORTANT

86)

Incorrect servicing of the car or failure

to carry out operations or repairs (when

necessary) may lead to more expensive

repairs, damage to other components

or have a negative impact on the car

performance. Have any malfunction

inspected immediately by an Alfa Romeo

Dealership.

87)

The car is filled with fluids which are

optimised or protecting its performance

and life and extending service intervals.

Do not use chemicals for washing these

components since they may damage the

engine, the transmission or the climate

control system. This damage is not covered

by the car’s warranty. If any component

needs to be washed due to malfunctioning,

use only the specific liquid for that

procedure.

88)

An excessive or insufficient amount of

oil inside the base is extremely damaging

to the engine. Make sure it is always at an

adequate level.

89)

Vehicles equipped with catalytic

converter must be fuelled only with

unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol would

permanently damage the catalytic

converter and eliminate its ability to reduce

polluting emissions, seriously compromising

the engine performance, which would be

irreparably damaged. If the engine does

not work correctly, especially if it starts

irregularly or if there is a reduction of

its performance, immediately go to an

Alfa Romeo Dealership. Prolonged and

faulty operation of the engine may cause

overheating of the converter and, as a

consequence, possible damage to the

converter and the car.

90)

Using transmission fluid different from

that approved may compromise the quality

of gear changes and/or cause vibration of

the transmission.

91)

It is recommended to have the car

serviced by an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

When carrying out normal periodic

operations and small servicing interventions

personally on the car, it is recommended

to use suitable equipment, genuine spare

parts and the necessary fluids. Do not carry

out any interventions if you do not have the

necessary experience.

92)

When you need to disconnect or remove

the battery, do not close the boot. In order

to avoid possible accidental closure, it is

recommended to place an obstacle (e.g.

a cloth) on the lock that would physically

avoid closure.

93)

Always require the use of only

compressor coolants and lubricants

approved and suitable for the specific air

conditioning system fitted on the car. Some

non-approved coolants are flammable and

may explode, with the risk of injuries. The

use of non-approved coolants or lubricants

may adversely affect system efficiency,

leading to expensive repairs.

94)

The air conditioner system contains

coolant under high pressure: to avoid

injuries to people or damage to the system,

any coolant addition or repair that requires

to disconnect the cables must be carried out

by an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

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LIFTING THE CAR

If the car needs to be jacked up, go to

an Alfa Romeo Dealership which is

equipped with shop jacks or jack arms.
The car lifting points are marked on
the side skirts with the symbols

(see

illustration in fig. 244).

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WHEELS AND TYRES

GENERAL INFORMATION

204) 205) 206)

Take the following precautions to

prevent damage to the tyres:

avoid braking suddenly, racing starts

and violent impact against the curb,

potholes or other obstacles and driving

for extended periods on uneven road

surfaces;

periodically check that the tyres

have no cuts in the side wall, abnormal

swelling or irregular tread wear;

every 6200/9300 miles (10000/15000

kilometres) switch the tyres, keeping

them on the same side of the car in order

not to change the rotation direction (if

the tyres are the "one-way" type);

tyres age even if they are not used

much. In any event, have the tyres

checked by specialised technicians if

they have been fitted for longer than 6

years.

SNOW CHAINS

95)

Rear-Wheel Drive and All-wheel drive

versions

0.28 inch (7 mm) snow chains can be used

on all tyres. For tyres up to 8.86 in (225

mm in width (225/55 R16, 225/50 R17,

225/45 R18), it is also possible to install

0.35 in (9 mm) chains.

QV version

It is possible to put chains on the rear

265/35R19 tyre (winter tyre size).

Avoid using traditional chains as

they can damage the braking system

if not installed correctly, thereby

compromising the car’s safety.
We strongly advise using zero-clearance

chains and to use equipment proposed

by the Dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.

Warnings

The use of snow chains should be in

compliance with local regulations of

each country. In certain countries, tyres

marked with code M+S (Mud and Snow)

are considered as winter equipment;

therefore their use is equivalent to that

of the snow chains.
The snow chains may be applied only to

the rear wheel tyres.
Check the tension of the snow chains

after the first few feet/meters have

been driven.
WARNING Using snow chains with

tyres with non-original dimensions may

damage the car.
WARNING Using different size or

type (M+S, snow, etc.) tyres between

front and rear axle may adversely

affect car driveability, with the risk of

losing control of the car and resulting

accidents.

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SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE ROTATION

OF THE TYRES

The front and rear tyres are subject

to different loads and stress due to

steering, manoeuvres and braking. For

this reason they are subject to uneven

wear.
To resolve this problem, tyres should be

inverted at the appropriate time.
WARNING On cars equipped with

differentiated tyres (tyre size different

between front and rear axles, ex. QV

version) rotation of any of the tyres is

not advised.
In the case of irregular wear of the tyres

identify the cause and correct it as soon

as possible, by contacting an Alfa Romeo

Dealership.
The suggested method for inverting
the tyres is shown in fig. 245 (the arrow

indicates the travel direction of the car).

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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) versions

It is recommended to avoid situations

with a large difference in wear between

the front and rear tyres and to strictly

use winter tyres of the sizes given in the

"Rims and tyres provided" table.
The AWD systems and the original tyres

were developed together to ensure

the best performance of the vehicle.

When changing the tyres, it is therefore

recommended to use the same "AR"

marked tyres, to maintain the same level

of performance and component life.

WARNING

204)

The road holding qualities of the

car also depend on the correct inflation

pressure of the tyres.

205)

If tyre pressure is too low, it may

overheat and be severely damaged as a

result.

206)

Do not repaint alloy wheel rims at

temperatures higher than 150°C. The

mechanical features of the wheels could be

compromised.

IMPORTANT

95)

Keep your speed down when snow

chains are fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h (or

the equivalent in miles). Avoid potholes, do

not drive over steps or pavements and do

not drive long distances over roads without

snow, to avoid damaging both your vehicle

and the road surface.

PROLONGED CAR INACTIVITY

If the vehicle is left inactive for longer

than a month, the following precautions

should be observed:

park the car in covered, dry and if

possible well-ventilated premises and

slightly open the windows;

check that the electric parking brake is

not activated;

carry out the procedure: “Opening

the tailgate manually”, in the “Luggage

compartment” paragraph in the “Knowing

your car" chapter;

disconnect the negative battery

terminal and check the battery charge.

Repeat this check once every three

months during storage;

if the battery is not disconnected from

the electrical system, check its state of

charge every thirty days;

clean and protect the painted parts

using protective wax;

clean and protect the shiny metal

parts using special compounds available

commercially;

sprinkle talcum powder on the

windscreen wiper rubber blades and lift

them off the glass;

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cover the vehicle with a fabric or

perforated plastic sheet, paying

particular care not to damage the

painted surface by dragging any dust

that may have accumulated on it.
Do not use compact plastic sheets which

do not allow humidity to evaporate from

the surface of the vehicle;

inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the

standard prescribed pressure and check

it periodically;

do not drain the engine cooling system;
any time the car is left inactive for

two weeks or more, operate the air

conditioning system with engine idling

for at least 5 minutes, setting external

air and with fan set to maximum speed.

This operation will ensure appropriate

lubrication for the system, thus

minimising the possibility of damage to

the compressor when the system is

operated again.
WARNING After setting the ignition

device to STOP and having closed

the driver side door, wait at least

one minute before disconnecting the

electrical supply from the battery. When

reconnecting the electrical supply to the

battery, make sure that the ignition

device is in the STOP position and the

driver side door is closed.

BODYWORK

BODY AND UNDERBODY WARRANTY

Your car is covered by warranty against

perforation due to rust of any original

element of the structure or bodywork.

For the general terms of this warranty,

refer to the Warranty Booklet.

PRESERVING THE BODYWORK

Paintwork

96) 97)

7)

Touch up abrasions and scratches

immediately to prevent the formation of

rust.
Maintenance of paintwork consists of

washing the car: the frequency depends

on the conditions and environment

where the car is used. For example, it is

advisable to wash the car more often in

areas with high levels of atmospheric

pollution or salted roads.

98)

To correctly wash the car, follow these

instructions:

if high pressure jets or cleaners are

used to wash the car, hold at least 15.8 in

(40 cm) away from the bodywork to

avoid damage or alteration. Build up of

water could cause damage to the car in

the long term;

in order to make it easier to remove

any debris in the area where the brushes

are normally placed, it is advised to put

vertically the windscreen wiper (Service

Position). For more information refer to

the paragraph “Maintenance procedures”

in this chapter;

wash the bodywork using a low

pressure jet of water if possible;

wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy

solution over the bodywork, frequently

rinsing the sponge;

rinse well with water and dry with a jet

of air or a chamois leather.
Dry the less visible parts (e.g. door

frames, bonnet, headlight frames, etc.)

with special care, as water may stagnate

more easily in these areas. Do not wash

the car after it has been left in the sun or

with the bonnet hot: this may alter the

shine of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in

the same way as the rest of the car.
If you want to wash the car in a car

wash which moves it, you must do the

following:

make sure that the car is on a flat

surface and that automatic engagement

of the parking brake when the engine

is switched off is disabled (for how to

disable it, refer to the "Electric parking

brake" paragraph in the "Starting and

driving" chapter);

with the car stationary, the gear in N

(Neutral) and the brake pedal up: press

the start button. The car will remain in

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N (Neutral) for 15 minutes, after which P

(Park) mode will be activated.
Avoid parking under trees; the resin

dropped by trees makes the paintwork

go opaque and increases the possibility

of corrosion.

Windows

Use specific detergents and clean cloths

to prevent scratching or altering the

transparency.
WARNING Wipe the rear window inside

gently with a cloth following the direction

of the filaments to avoid damaging the

heating device.

Headlights

Use a soft cloth soaked in water and

detergent for washing cars.
WARNING Never use aromatic

substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones (e.g.

acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses

of the headlights.
WARNING When cleaning the car with

a pressure washer, keep the water jet

at least 8 in (20 cm) away from the

headlights.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT WASHING

99)

If the engine compartment is washed (at

low pressure, e.g. in very dusty areas),

this must be done with the engine cold

and with ignition device turned to STOP.

Take care not to direct the water

jet straight at the electronic control

modules or the wiper motors. Have this

operation performed by a specialised

workshop. After washing, check that the

various protective components (e.g.

rubber guards and caps) have not been

removed or damaged.

IMPORTANT

96)

In order to preserve the appearance of

the paint abrasive products and/or polishes

should not be used for cleaning the car.

97)

Abrasive products and/or polishes

should not be used for cleaning the car. Bird

droppings must be washed off immediately

and thoroughly as the acid they contain is

particularly aggressive. Avoid parking the

vehicle under trees (unless it is absolutely

necessary). Remove any resinous plant

matter immediately because, once it has

dried, it may require the use of abrasive

and/or polishing products to be removed,

which are strongly discouraged as they

could potentially alter the characteristics of

the paintwork. Do not use pure windscreen

washer fluid for cleaning the front

windscreen and rear window; dilute it min.

50% with water. Only use pure screen

washer fluid when strictly necessary due to

outside temperature conditions. Do not use

chemicals/acids to defrost windows/vehicle

glass as they can damage the paint.

98)

Avoid washing with rollers and/or

brushes in washing stations. Wash the car

only by hand using neutral pH detergents;

dry it with a wet chamois leather. Abrasive

products and/or polishes should not be used

for cleaning the car. Bird droppings must be

washed off immediately and thoroughly

as the acid they contain is particularly

aggressive. Avoid (if at all possible) parking

the car under trees; remove vegetable

resins immediately as, when dried, it may

only be possible to remove them with

abrasive products and/or polishes, which is

highly inadvisable as they could alter the

typical opacity of the paint. Do not use pure

windscreen washer fluid for cleaning the

front windscreen and rear window; dilute it

min. 50% with water. Only use pure screen

washer fluid when strictly necessary due to

outside temperature conditions. Do not use

chemicals/acids to defrost windows/vehicle

glass as they can damage the paint.

99)

A high pressure jet cleaner should

not be used for cleaning the engine

compartment. The appropriate precautions

have been taken to protect all parts and

connections, but the pressures generated by

these devices are so high that complete

protection against water seepages cannot

be guaranteed.

IMPORTANT

7)

Detergents pollute the water. The vehicle

should be washed in areas equipped for

collecting and purifying the liquid used in the

washing process.

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INTERIOR

207) 208) 209) 210)

Periodically check the cleanliness of the

interior, beneath the mats, which could

cause oxidation of the sheet metal.

SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS

Remove dust with a soft brush or a

vacuum cleaner.
It is advisable to use a moist brush on

velvet upholstery. Rub the seats with

a sponge moistened with a solution of

water and neutral detergent.

LEATHER SEATS

(where provided)
Remove the dry dirt with a chamois or

slightly damp cloth, without exerting too

much pressure.
Remove any liquid or grease stains using

an absorbent dry cloth, without rubbing.

Then clean with a soft cloth or buckskin

cloth dampened with water and mild

soap. If the stain persists, use specific

products and observe the instructions

carefully.
WARNING Never use alcohol. Make sure

that the cleaning products used contain

no alcohol or alcohol derivatives, even in

small quantities.

Cleaning heat press images on seats

(where provided)
Due to the colour, opacity and wear-

resistant protection with which the heat

press images on some seat versions are

made, they may be subject to temporary

scratching if they are touched by finger

nails, keys, or other hard objects.
In such cases, the visible signs do not

impair the profiled images, and can easily

be removed by wiping the affected area

with a microfibre cloth moistened with

water (not dry) to restore the seat to its

original condition.
WARNING The microfibre cloth must not

have been previously soaked in other

substances or detergents.

PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS

100)

Clean interior plastic parts with a damp

cloth (if possible made from microfibre),

and a solution of water and neutral, non-

abrasive detergent.
To clean oily or persistent stains,

use specific products free from

solvents and designed to maintain the

original appearance and colour of the

components.
Remove any dust using a microfibre

cloth, if necessary moistened with

water. The use of paper tissues is not

recommended as these may leave

residues.

ALCANTARA PARTS

(where provided)

101)

Alcantara parts maintenance procedure:

treat the surface with a microfibre

cloth moistened with mild marseille soap

and water, taking care to cover the entire

covered area and applying a uniform light

pressure (do not rub vigorously);

rinse and wring out the microfibre

cloth, and pass it again over the covered

area treated according to the previous

point;

let it dry then brush gently with a soft

brush.

GENUINE LEATHER PARTS

(where provided)
Use only water and mild soap to clean

these parts. Never use alcohol or alcohol-

based products.
Before using a specific product for

cleaning interiors, make sure that it does

not contain alcohol and/or alcohol based

substances.

CARBON FIBRE PARTS

To eliminate small scratches and

marks on the carbon, contact an Alfa

Romeo Dealership Authorized Point. An

improperly performed operation may

irreparably damage the carbon.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

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WARNING

207)

ever use flammable products, such as

petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean the

inside of the car. The electrostatic charges

which are generated by rubbing during the

cleaning operation may cause a fire.

208)

Do not keep aerosol cans in the car:

they might explode. Aerosol cans must not

be exposed to temperatures above 50°C.

Temperatures may greatly exceed this

value inside a car exposed to direct sunlight.

209)

There must be no obstacles on the

floor under the pedals. Make sure that mat

are always flat and do not interfere with the

pedals.

210)

Do not use aggressive organic

substance such as: petrol, kerosene, oil,

acetone or solvents.

IMPORTANT

100)

Never use alcohol, petrols and

derivatives to clean the dashboard and

instrument panel lens.

101)

Do not use "hard" synthetic brushes as

they could damage the fabric irreparably.

Do not perform partial, localized

interventions that could cause "aesthetic"

differences between the treated and

untreated areas. Do not use alcohol or

acetone-based solvents.

Everything you may find useful for understanding how your

car is made and works is contained in this chapter and

illustrated with data, tables and graphics.

For the enthusiasts and the technician, but also just for those

who want to know every detail of their car.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

IDENTIFICATION DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
RIMS AND TYRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245
DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250
WEIGHTS AND LOADS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
REFUELLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .254
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258
PERFORMANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND CO2 EMISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .263
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE CAR AT THE END OF

ITS LIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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IDENTIFICATION DATA

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Car Identification Number (VIN)

is stamped on a plate on the front left
corner of the dashboard cover fig. 246,

which can be seen from outside the car,

through the windscreen.

246

10016S0001EM

This number is also printed on the

chassis at the front right shock absorber

and can be seen by opening the bonnet
fig. 247.

247

10016S0002EM

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

(VIN) PLATE

The plate is located on the left side front
door pillar fig. 248 and shows the data

about:

1: correct value of smoke coefficient

(for Diesel engines);

2: name of the manufacturer, car

type-approval number, car identification

number, max. permitted weights;

3: engine identification, type variant

version, spare part number, colour code,

additional information.

248

10016S0003EM

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MOTOR

2.9 V6

Cycle

Otto

Number and position of cylinders

6 a V

Piston bore and stroke (mm)

86.5 x 82

Total displacement (cm³)

2891

Compression ratio

9.3: 1

Maximum power (ECE) (kW)

375

Maximum power (ECE) (HP)

510

Corresponding engine speed (rpm)

6500

Maximum torque (ECE) (Nm)

600

Maximum torque (ECE) (kgm)

61

Corresponding engine speed (rpm)

2500

Spark plugs

NGK LKAR8APTJDS

Fuel

Unleaded petrol with at least 95 R.O.N.

(EN228 specifications) (*)

(*) In order to comply with all emission limits while simultaneously guaranteeing minimal consumption and maximum performance, use premium

unleaded petrol with octane rating (R.O.N.) 98 or more.