Alfa Romeo Giulia (2022 year). Manual in english — page 13

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

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SCHEDULED SERVICING

Correct servicing is crucial for

guaranteeing a long life for the car under

the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned

a series of checks and maintenance

operations at fixed distance intervals

and, for versions/markets, where

provided, at fixed time intervals, as

described in the Service Schedule.
Before each service, it is always

necessary to carefully follow the

instructions in the Scheduled Servicing

Plan (e.g. periodically check level of

fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an Alfa

Romeo Dealership according to a set

time schedule. If, during each operation,

in addition to the ones scheduled, the

need arises for further replacements or

repairs, these may be carried out with

the owner's explicit consent only.
WARNING Scheduled Servicing

interventions are set out by the

Manufacturer. Failure to have them

carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform the Alfa Romeo

Dealership of any small operating

irregularities without waiting for the next

service.

REGULAR CHECKS

Every year or

1000

km or before long

journeys, check and top up, if necessary:

engine coolant level;
brake fluid level (if insufficient, see

an Alfa Romeo dealership as soon as

possible);

AdBlue® (UREA) diesel emissions

additive (2.2 JTD versions only);

windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system

(headlights, direction indicators, hazard

warning lights, etc.);

operation of windscreen wash/wipe

system and positioning/wear of wiper

blades.
Oil consumption of the engine depends

on conditions and driving style. For this

reason, the engine oil level must be

checked

every 3000 km

and topped

up, if necessary (see the "Engine

compartment - Checking the levels"

paragraph for information on the

quantity to be topped up).

DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR

If the vehicle is used in one of the

following conditions:

dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than 7-8

Km) at sub-zero outdoor temperatures;

engine often idling or driving long

distances at low speeds or long periods

of inactivity;

in the event of a long period of

inactivity;
the following checks must be carried

out more often than indicated in the

Scheduled Servicing Plan:

check front and rear disc brake pad

condition and wear;

check cleanliness of bonnet and boot

locks, cleanliness and lubrication of

linkage;

visually inspect conditions of:

engine, gearbox, transmission,

pipes and hoses (exhaust/fuel

system/brakes) and rubber elements

(gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);

check battery charge and battery fluid

level (electrolyte);

visually inspect conditions of the

accessory drive belts;

check and, if necessary, change engine

oil and replace oil filter;

check and, if necessary, replace pollen

filter;

check and, if necessary, replace air

cleaner;

check and, if necessary, replace the

Bad Fuel fuel filter (where available).

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SCHEDULED SERVICING PROGRAMME (2.9 V6 engine)

WARNING Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the

frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the maintenance

from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!

Thousands of miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

72

81

90

Thousands of kilometres

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Check battery state of charge with the proper instrument

Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure. Check Tyre Kit

recharge (where provided) conditions/expiry date

Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,

hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment, glove

compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)

Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)

Check exhaust emissions/smokiness

Check the supply/engine control and emissions systems operation

using the diagnosis equipment

Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody

protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber

elements (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)

Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear

Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system and adjust

nozzles, if necessary

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Thousands of miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

72

81

90

Thousands of kilometres

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, cleanliness and lubrication

of linkage

Visually inspect conditions and wear of front disc brake pads and

operation of pad wear indicators

Visually inspect conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads and

operation of pad wear indicators

Visually inspect the surface and edge of the carbon-ceramic brake

discs (where provided)

Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the accessory drive

belt(s) (2)

Replace brake pads/carbon-ceramic brake discs (where provided)

(6)

Change engine oil and replace oil filter

Spark plug replacement(3)

Replace accessory drive belt/s

(2)

Replace air cleaner cartridge (4)

Change the brake fluid

(5)

Replace passenger compartment filter (4)

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Thousands of miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

72

81

90

Thousands of kilometres

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Alfa Connect Box system battery replacement (where provided) (7)

(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
(2) The maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the car is used in heavy

conditions (dusty areas, particularly harsh weather conditions, very low or very high temperatures for extended periods, urban driving, long periods

of idling), the maximum mileage is 30,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 2 years regardless of the mileage.
(3) The replacement must be performed according to mileage and regards of the elapsed time. The following are vital in order to ensure correct

operation and prevent serious damage to the engine: - only use spark plugs specifically certified for the engine itself of the same type and brand (see

the "Engine" paragraph in the "Technical specifications" chapter); - strictly comply with the spark plug replacement intervals in the Service Schedule.

It is advisable to contact a reference Dealership for plug replacement.
(4) If the car is used in dusty areas, this cleaner should be replaced every 15,000 km.
(5) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
(6) The actual interval for changing the brake pads and the carbon ceramic brake discs depends on the car usage conditions and is signalled by the

warning light or message on the instrument panel. Use the diagnosis equipment to reset the warning light every time the discs are replaced.
(7) The battery in the Alfa Connect Box system must be replaced every 5 years, regardless of mileage.
(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations

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SERVICE SCHEDULE (2.0 T4 MAir engine)

WARNING Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the

frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the maintenance

from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!

Thousands of miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

72

81

90

Thousands of kilometres

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Check battery charge status with the proper instrument

Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure. Check Tyre Kit

recharge (where provided) conditions/expiry date

Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,

hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment, glove

compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)

Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)

Check exhaust emissions/smokiness

Check the supply/engine control and emissions systems operation

using the diagnosis equipment

Check engine oil deterioration using the diagnosis equipment (2)

Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody

protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber

elements (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)

Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear

Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system and adjust

jets, if necessary

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Thousands of miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

72

81

90

Thousands of kilometres

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,

cleanliness and lubrication of linkage

Visually inspect conditions and wear of front disc brake pads and

operation of pad wear indicators

Visually inspect conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads and

operation of pad wear indicators

Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the accessory drive

belt(s) (3)

Change engine oil and replace oil filter

(4)

Replace Transfer Case oil (for AWD versions)

Spark plug replacement(5)

Replace accessory drive belt/s

(3)

Replace air cleaner cartridge (6)

Change the brake fluid

(7)

Replace passenger compartment cleaner (6)

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Thousands of miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

72

81

90

Thousands of kilometres

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Alfa Connect Box system battery replacement (where provided) (8)

(1) Only ever use the fluids shown in the handbook for topping up, and only after checking that the system is intact.
(2) If the engine oil quality detected by the vehicle diagnostics is lower than 20%, it is advisable to replace the engine oil and engine filter in order to

avoid another service operation after a short time.
(3) The maximum mileage is 36,000 miles (60,000 km). The belt must be replaced every 4 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the car is used

in heavy conditions (dusty areas, especially severe weather conditions, very low or very high temperatures for extended periods, urban driving, long

periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 18,000 miles (30,000 km). The belt must be replaced every 2 years regardless of the mileage
(4) The engine oil and filter change interval depends on the driving conditions and is signalled by a warning light or message on the instrument panel.

In any cases, never exceed 1 year.
(5) The replacement must be performed according to mileage and regards of the elapsed time. The following are vital in order to ensure correct

operation and prevent serious damage to the engine: - only use spark plugs specifically certified for the engine itself of the same type and brand

(see the "Engine" paragraph in the "Technical specifications" chapter); - strictly comply with the spark plug replacement intervals in the Scheduled

Servicing Plan. It is advisable to contact a reference Dealership for plug replacement.
(6) If the car is used in dusty areas, the cleaner should be replaced every 9,000 miles (15,000 km).
(7) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
(8) The battery in the Alfa Connect Box system must be replaced every 5 years, regardless of mileage.
(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations

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SERVICE SCHEDULE (2.2 JTD diesel engine versions)

WARNING Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the

frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the maintenance

from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!

Thousands of miles

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

Thousands of kilometres

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

200

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Check battery charge status with the proper instrument

Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary. Check

quick tyre repair kit recharge conditions/expiry date (where provided)

Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,

hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment, glove

compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)

Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels in the engine compartment

(engine coolant, brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.) (1) (2)

Check exhaust emissions/smokiness

Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management

systems operation, emissions and, for versions/markets, where

provided, engine oil degradation (3)

Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody

protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber

elements (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)

Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear

Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system and adjust

nozzles, if necessary

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Thousands of miles

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

Thousands of kilometres

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

200

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Check cleanliness of hood and boot locks, cleanliness and lubrication

of linkage

Visually inspect conditions and wear of front disc brake pads and

operation of pad wear indicators

Visually inspect conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads and

operation of pad wear indicators

Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the accessory drive

belt(s) (4)

Visually inspect the toothed timing drive belt (4)

Check engine air cleaner

Change engine oil and replace oil filter

(5)

Replace Transfer Case oil (for AWD versions)

Replace accessory drive belt/s

(4)

Replace toothed timing drive belt

(4)

Replace air cleaner cartridge (6)

Replace fuel filter cartridge (7)

Change the brake fluid

(8)

Replace the passenger compartment filter

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Thousands of miles

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

Thousands of kilometres

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

200

Years

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Alfa Connect Box system battery replacement (where provided) (9)

(1) Only ever use the fluids shown in the handbook for topping up, and only after checking that the system is intact.
(2) The consumption of AdBlue® (UREA) emissions additive depends on the conditions of use of the car and is indicated by means of the symbol and

a specific message on the instrument panel display.
(3) If the engine oil quality detected by the vehicle diagnostics is lower than 20%, it is advisable to replace the engine oil and engine filter in order to

avoid another service operation after a short time.
(4) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 5 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is used in heavy

conditions (dusty areas, particularly harsh weather conditions, very low or very high temperatures for extended periods, urban driving, long periods

of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the mileage.
(5) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the car usage conditions and is signalled by the warning

light or message on the instrument panel. In any case, it must never exceed 2 years. Where the car is used mostly in urban settings you need to

replace the engine oil filter every year.
(6) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner should be replaced every 20,000 km.
(7) If the car runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km
(8) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
(9) The battery in the Alfa Connect Box system must be replaced every 5 years, regardless of mileage.
(O) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

CHECKING LEVELS

186) 187)

79)

Quadrifoglio Version - 2.9 V6 engine

, fig. 236

236

09026S0001EM

1. Engine oil filler 2. Primary engine cooling reservoir plug 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights washer

fluid reservoir plug 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug 6. Engine oil dipstick

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WARNING

186)

Never smoke while working in the engine compartment: gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.

187)

Be very careful when working in the engine compartment when the engine is hot: you may get burned. Do not get too close to the radiator

cooling fan: the electric fan may start; danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other loose clothing might be pulled by moving parts.

IMPORTANT

79)

Be careful not to confuse the various types of fluids while topping up: they are not compatible with one another! Topping up with an unsuitable

fluid could severely damage your vehicle.

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2.0 T4 MAir engine

fig. 237

237

09026S0002EM

1. Engine oil filler 2. Primary engine cooling reservoir plug 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights washer

fluid reservoir plug 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug

223

2.2 JTD Engine

fig. 238

238

09026S0003EM

1. Engine oil filler 2. Engine coolant reservoir plug 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights washer fluid

reservoir plug 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug

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ENGINE OIL

188)

80)

WARNING It is advisable to check the

engine oil level indication before long

journeys.
The engine oil level can be seen on the

instrument panel display every time the

engine is started, or on the Connect

system display using the "Vehicle

Information" widget (see the Connect

supplement for more information).
Use the 6 segments on the display to

check that the oil level is between MIN

and MAX level: 1 segment = MIN level,

6 segments = MAX level. If the oil level

indication reaches the first red mark,

add oil through the filler 1, considering

that each notch shown on the display

corresponds to approximately:

2.9 V6 Engine

0.055 UK gal (250 ml)

2.0 T4 MAir engine

0.055 UK gal (250 ml)

2.2 JTD Engine

0.053 UK gal (200 ml)

If the

symbol and the corresponding

message "Insufficient engine oil level"

light up on the display of the instrument

panel, top up 1 litre of engine oil as soon

as possible.

In case of oil change or top-up, check the

amount introduced using the dipstick.

The level must NEVER be over the MAX

line.
The oil level must be checked with

the dipstick with the engine warm

(temperature of about 198°F/ 90°C) after

waiting 5 minutes.

81)

WARNING Make sure not to add too

much engine oil when topping up. Engine

oil in excess may damage the engine.

Have the car checked. Never exceed the

MAX level when topping up engine oil.

It is advisable to check the oil level in

intermediate steps on the instrument

panel display. Use the oil dipstick on the

QV version to check the level.

2.9 V6 engine

: If the level is over the MAX

line on the dipstick, go to a dedicated

Alfa Romeo Dealership.
WARNING The oil level is not refreshed

immediately on the display of the

instrument panel after topping up.

Consequently, wait for the oil level to

be refreshed on the display following to

procedure shown below.

Oil level manual checking procedure

2.9 V6 Engine

With the car on level ground, check that

the oil level is between the MIN and MAX

marks on the dipstick (6). Take out the

engine oil dipstick (6), clean it with a lint-

free cloth and reinsert it. Extract the

dipstick again and check that the level is

between the MIN and MAX marks on it.

81)

WARNING Make sure not to add too

much engine oil when topping up. Engine

oil in excess may damage the engine.

Have the car checked. Never exceed

the MAX level when topping up engine

oil. It is advisable to check the oil level

in intermediate steps using the oil that

dipstick.
WARNING The oil level is not refreshed

immediately on the display of the

instrument panel after topping up.

Consequently, wait for the oil level to

be refreshed on the display following to

procedure shown below.
WARNING The manual engine oil level

checking procedure must be carried out,

when necessary, on a cold engine only.

Never attempt to carry out the manual

engine oil checking procedure (using the

dipstick) with the engine hot. Contact

with the surrounding hot engine parts

could cause burns.

2.0 T4 MAir and 2.2 JTD engines

Have this operation performed at an Alfa

Romeo Dealership.

Oil level indication update on display

If a top-up is needed, proceed as follows

to ensure correct indication of the oil

level on the display:

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2.9 V6 Engine

Proceed as follows:

with the car level, run the engine for

approximately 5 minutes (temperature

of approximately 198°F/ 90°C) and then

stop the engine;

wait for at least 5 minutes, turn the

ignition switch in ON position without

starting the engine and wait for a few

seconds.
If the level indication is not updated after

the previously described procedure,

repeat the engine adjustment, stop the

engine and wait a further 5 minutes

before starting it again. If the indication

is not updated after the second start,

contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo

Dealership.
WARNING In normal working conditions,

the oil level indication is shown on the

instrument panel display. In case of oil

level sensor failure (condition indicated

by the lighting of the

symbol on the

instrument panel display), use the oil

dipstick in the engine compartment

EXCLUSIVELY for the time needed to

restore correct operation of the oil level

sensor. The latter operation must be

performed at a dedicated Alfa Romeo

Dealership.

2.2 JTD Engine

Proceed as follows:

with the car level, run the engine until

the third oil temperature notch lights on

the display on the instrument panel, then

stop the engine;

wait for at least 3 minutes, turn the

ignition switch to ON without starting the

engine and wait for 20 seconds.

Procedure for reading the engine oil level

with the engine running and idling

Proceed as follows:

with the car stopped, parked on level

ground, run the engine until the second

oil temperature notch lights on the

display on the instrument panel;

idle the engine and wait at least 1

minute for the correct reading.

2.0 T4 MAir engine

Proceed as follows:

with the car level, run the engine for

approximately 5 minutes (temperature

higher than 176°F / 80°C) and then stop

the engine;

start the engine again and idle it for

about 2 minutes.
WARNING If the indication is not correct

after the procedure, contact an Alfa

Romeo Dealership.

Engine oil consumption

82)

4)

The maximum engine oil consumption

is usually 0.88 lb (400 grams every

620 miles (1000 km). When the car is new,

the engine needs to be run in, therefore

the engine oil consumption can only be

considered stable after the first 3100 –

3700 miles (5000 – 6000 km).

ENGINE COOLANT

189)

83)

If the level is too low, unscrew the cap of

the reservoir and add the fluid described

in the "Technical Specifications" chapter.

WASHER FLUID FOR

WINDSCREEN/HEADLIGHTS

190) 191)

The windscreen and headlights washer

fluid reservoir (where provided) is

equipped with a telescopic filler.
If the level is too low, lift the reservoir

cap (4) fig. 239 upwards and then lift

the filler, as shown in the figure, and

add the fluid described in the "Technical

Specifications" chapter. After having

topped up the fluid, arrange the filler

correctly and then press on the cap until

you hear it click.
NOTE The headlight washers are

activated every 10 activations of the

windscreen washer.
WARNING With a low fluid level

(indicated by the dedicated symbol

appearing on the instrument panel

display), the headlight washer system