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  • Page 1 Warranty Booklet Alfa Romeo - services which are essential and precious because, when you purchase an Alfa Romeo you are not only acquiring a car, but the tranquillity that comes from knowing that an efficient, willing and widespread orga- nization is at your service for any assistance problems you may have.
  • Page 2 Romeo badge and logo. The Alfa Romeo organization in Italy can be found in the telephone book under the letter “A” Alfa Romeo. Not all the models described in this booklet are available in all countries. Only some of the fittings described in this booklet are...
  • Page 3 VERY IMPORTANT! FUEL CAPACITY Petrol engines: only use unleaded petrol with no less than 95 R.O.N. JTD engines: only use Diesel fuel for motor vehicles that meet European Specification EN590. STARTING THE ENGINE Petrol engines with mechanical transmission: engage the handbrake; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.
  • Page 4 If after purchasing the car you wish to install accessories that need an electrical supply (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services who will assess the overall electrical absorption and check whether the car system is able to withstand the load required.
  • Page 5 THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS BOOKLET The symbols illustrated in these pages show the subjects which should, in particular, be closely studied. PERSONAL PROTECTING VEHICLE SAFETY THE ENVIRONMENT SAFETY Warning: partially or fully ignoring This indicates the correct procedures to be Warning: partially or fully ignoring these these rules may lead to serious injury.
  • Page 6 SYMBOLS DANGER SYMBOLS Special coloured labels have been attached near to or actually Battery on some of the components making up your Alfa 1 66. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to Corrosive fluid. be taken as regards that particular component. A list of the symbols to be found on your Alfa 1 66 is given below, with the name of the component to which it relates at the side of it.
  • Page 7 Belts and pulleys Heat shields - belts - pulleys - fan Moving parts; keep limbs and clothing away. Do not touch. Climate control tubing Passenger’s Air bag Do not install a child’s seat on the front passen- Do not open. Gas under high pressure.
  • Page 8 OBLIGATION SYMBOLS Windscreen wiper Use only the recommended fluid; see table “Specifications of fluids and lubricants”. Battery Protect your eyes. Engine Use only the recommended lubricant; see table “Specifications of fluids and lubricants”. Battery - Jack See the Owner Handbook. Unleaded petrol vehicle Use only unleaded petrol with RON 95.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR GETTING THE BEST OUT OF YOUR CAR IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION INDEX...
  • Page 10 The text, illustrations and specifications given herein are based on the vehicle at the date of going to press. In our ongoing striving to improve our products, Alfa Romeo may introduce technical changes during production, therefore the spec- ifications and equipment on board may be altered without prior...
  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Car

    CLIMATE CONTROL ....................CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT ..................DASHBOARD page ADDITIONAL HEATER ......................................ALFA ROMEO I.C.S. SYSTEM: CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS ........................... ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC GEARBOX (SPORTRONIC) THE ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM ...................... ELECTRONIC ALARM INTERNAL FITTINGS ....................
  • Page 12: Dashboard

    DASHBOARD fig. 1...
  • Page 13 Air ducts for side window outlets. 15 Cigar lighter. 28 Outside lights switch. 29 Bonnet opening lever. Side air vents. 16 Alfa Romeo I.C.S. (INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEM): RDS radio, 30 Front floor air outlets. Light switch lever (high beam, flash- computer on board (TRIP), climate...
  • Page 14: Alfa Romeo I.c.s. System: Controls On Steering Wheel

    The main audio functions (AUDIO) of E - Multifunction key: The Mute function is also turned off the Alfa Romeo I.C.S. system are repeat- pressing one of the volume adjustment – Radio: call preset stations (6 to 1) ed on the steering wheel, which facili- keys (B) or (C): in this event volume is tates control.
  • Page 15 Volume adjustment keys (B) and Multifunction keys (D) and (E) Frequency range and audio source select key (F) Multifunction keys (D) and (E) shall be Press (B) to increase volume and (C) To cyclically select the frequency ranges used for tuning preset radio stations, for to lower it.
  • Page 16: The Alfa Romeo Code System

    – glovebox lock theft, the car is fitted with an electronic ing/locking the doors and electronic alarm – remote door locking/unlocking sys- engine lock system (Alfa Romeo CODE) (where applicable). certified in accordance with EC Directive 95/56 which is activated automatically –...
  • Page 17 The CODE card (fig. 5), provided with KEY WITH RADIO – button (E) for remote boot opening. the key, bears the key codes (both me- FREQUENCY TRANSMITTER The metallic insert (A) of the key oper- chanical and electronic code for emer- WITH RE-CLOSABLE METALLIC ates: gency starting).
  • Page 18 To insert the metallic insert in the key Opening the boot WARNING grip, keep button (B-fig. 6) pressed The boot can be opened by remote When button (B) is pres- and turn the insert on the direction of the control from outside pressing button (E- sed, take the utmost care arrow until it clicks into place, then re- fig.
  • Page 19 Alfa Romeo Services. the key to the MAR position, the control If pressing the remote control buttons unit of the Alfa Romeo CODE system (A or B-fig. 7), the led (C-fig. 7) sends a recognition code to the engine...
  • Page 20 If after about 2 seconds ry. This is to ensure that any lost turn to an Alfa Romeo Authorized Service. with the key in the or stolen keys can no longer be MAR position, the Alfa used to start the car.
  • Page 21 IMPORTANT In the case of fast start- If a mistake is made during the emer- 6) Repeat this procedure in the same ing, turning the key directly from STOP gency procedure, the ignition key should way for the other digits on the CODE card to AVV, the recognition code might not be turned to the STOP position and the code.
  • Page 22: Electronic Alarm

    Is also makes it possible to cut off volumetric protection and/or the siren. IMPORTANT The engine inhibitor function is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo CODE system which is activated automati- cally when the ignition key is removed from the lock.
  • Page 23 1 flash: right front door sis function has detected a system operat- 2 flashes: left front door ing fault, in which case it is necessary contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. fig. 12...
  • Page 24 Once the alarm cycle has come to contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services an end the system will return to its nor- to have the system checked.
  • Page 25 IMPORTANT If the car is to remain i- VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION CUTTING OUT OPERATION OF nactive for a prolonged length of time THE SIREN To guarantee correct operation, all the (over three weeks) and security condi- (optional for versions/markets where windows and the sunroof (optional for tions permitting, it is advisable to operate applicable) versions/markets where applicable)
  • Page 26: Remote Control Door Locking System

    I.C.S. system (except tion number, this has been stated on the scribed in the “The Alfa Romeo CODE climate control). component. system” paragraph.
  • Page 27 – AVV: starting the engine. ter-market operation involving over by Alfa Romeo Authorized steering system or steering column Services, before travelling again. IMPORTANT If the engine does not modifications (e.g.: installation of...
  • Page 28: Doors

    DOORS IMPORTANT Depending on the ver- WARNING sions/markets the lock for the key may Before opening a door only be present on the driver’s door. AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING ensure that this can be – To close the door, turn the key in the done safely.
  • Page 29 OPENING/CLOSING outside, press the button (A-fig. 20) CENTRALIZED LOCKING on the centre console or the knob (B- FROM INSIDE This permits centralized locking of all fig. 19). doors, both front and rear. Front doors To operate the centralized locking de- –...
  • Page 30 – From inside: with the doors closed, CHILD SAFETY LOCK (fig. 22) IMPORTANT Do not overlook child press the button (A-fig. 20) on the safety; the following recommendations The rear doors are equipped with a spe- centre console or one of the knobs should be heeded: cial device which prevents the door being (B-fig.
  • Page 31: Seats

    SEATS IMPORTANT Once you have let go Seat inclination power adjustment of the lever, check that the seat is firmly The adjustment is performed by apply- locked in the runners by trying to move it ing pressure on the front or back part of FRONT SEATS back and forth.
  • Page 32 Controls for seats with electric Lumbar adjustment of the seat is carried Memorising the driver’s seat adjstment (on request for versions/ out raising or lowering the control (B- positions (fig. 29) markets where applicable) fig. 25-27), until finding the most The system makes it possible to memo- comfortable position.
  • Page 33 When memorising a new position of the Adjusting the headrests (fig. 30) WARNING seat the previous one memorised with Front headrests are adjustable in height Remember that the head the same button is cleared automatically. and rake: to adjust the height, move the restraints must be posi- Keeping the corresponding button (1), headrest up or down, then release it and...
  • Page 34 Rear pockets (fig. 31) Centre armrest (fig. 32-33) There is a compartment inside the arm- rest: to open, lift the cover (fig. 33). The front seats are provided with a To raise/lower the armrest, lower it as il- pocket in the rear of the seat back. lustrated.
  • Page 35 REAR SEAT Pull the handle (A-fig. 36) to open Headrest (fig. 37) the door from the luggage compartment. Centre armrest The car is fitted with two headrests for the side rear seats. To use the centre armrest, lower it as il- lustrated (fig.
  • Page 36: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTING THE WARNING ADJUSTMENT REAR-VIEW MIRRORS It is absolutely forbidden (fig. 38) to carry out whatever af- ter-market operation involving The steering wheel position is adjustable INTERNAL REAR-VIEW steering system or steering column and may be moved nearer to or further MIRROR (fig.
  • Page 37 DOOR MIRRORS WARNING WARNING Electrically adjustable (fig. 41) Curved door mirrors (for When travelling the door versions/markets where mirrors must always be – Select the mirror to be adjusted using applicable) slightly alter the per- in position (A). switch (A) (right or left). ception of distance.
  • Page 38: Power Windows

    POWER WINDOWS IMPORTANT The driver’s power win- Passenger’s side (fig. 45) dow is fitted with a “continuous automat- Button (A) is used to operate the pas- ic operation” device for both lowering senger’s window. FRONT and raising the window. A brief press on the upper or lower part of the button will The passenger’s window is fitted with a Driver’s side (fig.
  • Page 39 REAR Controls on rear doors (fig. 47) WARNING The rear windows are operated by the Each rear door panel plate contains a Incorrect use of the split controls on the driver’s door and button (A) for operating the correspond- power windows can be those on each rear door.
  • Page 40: Seat Belts

    SEAT BELTS Guide the seat belt with your hand The rear seat is fitted with inertial seat while it is rewinding, to prevent it from belts with three anchor points with reel for twisting. the side seats and an abdominal belt with USING THE SEAT BELTS two anchor points for the centre (A-fig.
  • Page 41 REAR CENTRAL ABDOMINAL FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT WARNING BELT (fig. 51) (where provided) ADJUSTMENT Remember that in the Fasten the belt by inserting the tab (A) event of a violent colli- into the clip (B) until a click is heard. sion, back seat passengers not wearing seat belts also represent WARNING...
  • Page 42 To increase the efficiency of the front presents no fire hazard. Correct adjustment is obtained when the seat belts, the Alfa 166 is fitted with belt passes half way between the end of pretensioners. The pretensioner does not require any the shoulder and the neck.
  • Page 43 Make sure that the seat belts of qualified and authorised personnel. fected by vibrations caused by ir- the front and rear passengers are Always contact Alfa Romeo Au- regularities of the road surface or fastened at all times! You increase thorized Services. If the belt has low obstacles such as kerbs, etc.
  • Page 44 Seat belts are also to be worn by expec- HOW TO KEEP THE SEAT BELTS WARNING tant mothers: the risk of injury in the case ALWAYS IN EFFICIENT Never travel with a child of accident is greatly reduced for them CONDITIONS sitting on the passen- and the unborn child if they are wearing...
  • Page 45: Carrying Children Safely

    CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY For optimal protection in the event of a crash, all passengers must be seated and wearing adequate restraint systems. WARNING This is even more warning for children. SERIOUS DANGER: Never place cradle child’s seats on the According to 2003/20/EC Directive, front passenger seat of cars fitted with passenger air bag this prescription is compulsory for all Euro- since the air bag activation could cause serious injuries, even mortal.
  • Page 46 The results of research on the best child Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo offers seats WARNING restraint systems are contained in the Eu- for each weight group, which are the rec- Illustration is indicative ropean Standard ECE-R44. This Standard ommended choice, as they have been de- for assembly only.
  • Page 47 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 WARNING Starting from 15 kg to 25 kg in weight, For children from 22 kg up to 36 kg the Illustration is indicative children may be restrained directly by the size of the child’s chest no longer requires for assembly only.
  • Page 48 Below is a summar y of the 2) If the passenger’s air bag is deacti- WARNING rules of safety to be followed vated always check the warning light Illustration is indicative for carrying children: F on the cluster to make sure that it for assembly only.
  • Page 49 PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE The car, for versions/markets where applicable, complies with the new Directive 2000/3/EC regulating child’s seat assembling on the different car seats according to the following table: Group Range of weight SEAT Front passenger Lateral central Rear central...
  • Page 50: Front And Side Air Bags

    FRONT AND SIDE FRONT AIR BAGS It is formed of an instantly-inflating cushion contained in a special recess: AIR BAGS Description and operation – in the centre of the steering wheel for The front Air bag (driver’s and passen- the driver, The car is fitted with front Air bags for ger’s) is a safety device that comes into the driver (fig.
  • Page 51 The front Air bag (driver’s and passen- In case of crash, a person not wearing In collisions against highly deformable ger’s) is a device designed to protect the the seat belt moves forward and may or mobile objects (such as road signs, occupants in the event of head-on colli- come into contact with the cushion while heaps of gravel or snow, parked vehicles,...
  • Page 52 PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF WARNING PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG The passenger’s front air bag has been SERIOUS DANGER: The designed to improve the protection of a Should it be absolutely necessary to car- car is fitted with an Air person wearing a seat belt.
  • Page 53 (OFF position ) warning light on failures, if any. Stop the car and cluster on; it is possible to carry children protected by special restraint systems on contact Alfa Romeo Authorized the front seat. Services to have the system WARNING checked.
  • Page 54 SIDE AIR BAGS The bags inflate instantaneously, setting IMPORTANT In the event of side themselves between the body of the front crash, you can obtain the best protection (SIDE BAG - passengers and the car door. The bags de- by the system keeping a correct position FRONT WINDOW BAG) flate immediately afterwards.
  • Page 55 Romeo Authorized Services. could indicate a failure in safety re- taining systems; under this condi- If the car is to be demolished, Alfa Romeo tion air bags or pretensioners could Authorized Services should be contacted be- WARNING not trigger in the event of collision forehand to have the system deactivated.
  • Page 56 WARNING WARNING WARNING Never travel with objects If the car has been stolen When the ignition key is on your lap, in front of or an attempt to steal it turned to the MAR posi- your chest or with a pipe, pencil, has been made, if it has been sub- tion, the warning light (with...
  • Page 57: Light Switches & Steering Wheel Levers

    LIGHTS SWITCH AND LIGHTS SWITCH (fig. 66) WARNING STEERING WHEEL Lights switched off The front air bag is trig- gered for shocks greater LEVERS When the pointer on the knurled ring in magnitude than the pretension- (A) is opposite the symbol O, the exter- ers.
  • Page 58 Sidelights LEFT LEVER (fig. 67) Main-beam headlights (fig. 68) The sidelights are switched on by turn- The left lever operates the high beam When the knurled ring in the posi- ing the knurled ring (A) from O to lights and the direction indicators. tion the headlights can be changed form dipped-beam to main-beam by pushing The 3 warning light on the instru-...
  • Page 59 Flashing (fig. 69) Direction indicators (fig. 70) Î ¥ One of the warning lights will light up on the instrument panel at the The headlights are flashed by pulling the Moving the lever to the stable position: same time. lever towards the steering wheel (unsta- Up (A) - engages the right-hand direc- ble position) regardless of the position of The lever returns to its home position...
  • Page 60 “Follow me home” device This function is activated pulling the lever RIGHT-HAND LEVER (fig. 72) (fig. 71) within 2 minutes from when the engine is The right-hand lever is used to operate turned off. At each single movement of the This function allows the illumination of the the windscreen wiper and the windscreen lever, the staying on of the dipped beams...
  • Page 61 Windscreen wiper (fig. 72-73) Rain sensor (fig. 72-73) Operating the windscreen washer with (optional for versions/markets where the rain sensor activated (lever in position The lever can be moved to five different B) the normal washing cycle is carried applicable) positions corresponding to: out at the end of which the rain sensor The rain sensor is an electronic device...
  • Page 62 At each start the rain sensor automati- Windscreen washer (fig. 74) Headlight washer (fig. 75) cally (in about 2 minutes) stabilises at a (optional for versions/markets where The windscreen washer is operated by temperature of about 40°C to eliminate applicable) pulling the lever towards the steering any condensation from the control surface wheel.
  • Page 63: Str (Sport Throttle Response) System

    STR SYSTEM To engage the sporty response (also Automatic engagement when travelling), press the switch (A- (SPORT THROTTLE The system allows passing from the s- fig. 76) on the centre console. To pre- tandard map to the sporty one with a RESPONSE) vent this function from being engaged un- quick press on the accelerator.
  • Page 64: Constant Speed Regulator (Cruise Control)

    CRUISE CONTROL Switch (A) has two positions: WARNING (fig. 77) (optional for versions/markets – OFF in this position the device is de- The cruise control must where applicable) activated; only be activated when the traffic and the road make it –...
  • Page 65 Each time the knurled ring (B) is oper- gearshift lever to position N. ated the speed increases or lowers by ap- IMPORTANT In the case of need (for – turning the knurled ring (B) momen- prox. 1 km/h. Keeping the ring turned example overtaking) it is possible to ac- taneously to the (+) position: each pulse the speed changes continuously.
  • Page 66 – turning off the engine; certain versions up to 180 km/h. 78) to the OFF Position and contact The device must only be engaged Authorized Alfa Romeo Services in 4 or 6 gear, depending on after checking that the protection –...
  • Page 67: Parking Sensors

    PARKING SENSORS ACTIVATION ACOUSTIC SIGNAL The sensors are automatically activated When the reverse gear is engaged an in- (optional for versions/markets where when the reverse gear is engaged. termittent acoustic signal is automatically applicable) activated. The sound produced by the acoustic alarm The parking system detects and informs becomes continuous when the distance be- The acoustic signal:...
  • Page 68: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL fig. 80 - 2.0 T.SPARK, 2.5 V6 24V and 3.2 V6 24V versions...
  • Page 69 fig. 81 - 3.0 V6 24V version (Sportronic)
  • Page 70 fig. 82 - JTD and JTD 20V Multijet versions...
  • Page 71 fig. 83 - JTD 20V Multijet (Sportronic) version...
  • Page 72 IMPORTANT Depending on the trim Reset the partial km. and hold the push- Moving the ignition key to MAR the button pressed for approx. 1 second (A- levels, the dial of the instruments may be following warning lights and displays turn either light grey or black, with green or fig.
  • Page 73: Warning Light

    Any faults are signalled by the turning D - Rev counter E - Fuel gauge and reserve on of the corresponding warning light for warning light The danger zone (red) indicates exces- approx. 15 seconds after the end of the sively high engine revs.
  • Page 74 In this case, stop the brake is engaged. car and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized When the ignition key is turned to Services. MAR the warning light comes on but must go out after approx.
  • Page 75 MAR or ly and contact Alfa Romeo Au- if it stays on when travelling, this thorized Services. could indicate a failure in safety re- taining systems;...
  • Page 76 MAR position, it indicates If the warning light comes on, Alfa the ignition key is turned to MAR the a possible failure: see “The Alfa Romeo Romeo Authorized services should be con- warning light comes on but must go out CODE system”.
  • Page 77 Contact the engine or high speeds. The prolonged U warning light does an Alfa Romeo Authorized Service as use of the car when this warning light is not switch on or if, when dri- soon as possible.
  • Page 78 When the glowplugs have reached the MAR position the warning light should ing use of the ABS system. Alfa Romeo established temperature the warning come on and must go out after approx. 4 Authorized Services should however be light will go out.
  • Page 79 – side/taillights advised to go immediately to the – direction indicators Right-hand direction nearest Authorized Alfa Romeo – brake lights (stop lights) indicator (intermittent) workshop, driving in such a way – third stop light...
  • Page 80 Autho- display (for Sportronic versions) as soon as possible to have the rised Alfa Romeo Services. Although the gearbox oil level checked. If the The display shows: absence of the VDC function does not af-...
  • Page 81: Climate Control

    CLIMATE CONTROL fig. 88...
  • Page 82 The passenger compartment climate ADJUSTING THE CENTRE ADJUSTABLE AND MOVABLE control (heating, cooling and ventilation) UPPER VENT (fig. 89) OUTLETS (fig. 90-91-92) can be used in the following ways: The upper vent is fitted with an open- To open the round air vents, press on –...
  • Page 83: Climate Control Unit

    CLIMATE CONTROL SIDE VENTS (fig. 93) The climate control sys- tem uses “R134a” UNIT The front door panels contain fixed side coolant fluid which vents (A) for defrosting or demisting the meets current regulations on the side windows. subject and which does not harm the environment in the event of leakage.
  • Page 84 EQUIVALENT TEMPERATURE DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Adjustment button for (fig. 94) required equivalent The system makes it possible to control temperature the passenger compartment climate main- A - Climate control dedicated screen se- taining the “equivalent temperature” lev- lector button. Pressing this rocker button up or down el required by the driver.
  • Page 85 Windscreen and front side Air recirculation on/off Compressor off/on windows demisting/ button button defrosting button Pressing the ECON button turns the cli- Pressing this button engages/disen- Pressing this button the climate control gages recirculation of the air admitted to mate control compressor on/off. automatically activates the necessary the passenger compartment.
  • Page 86 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING still continues to be controlled automati- Pressing the button again cally by the system except with the com- STRATEGIES with the compressor off, will restore the pressor off: in fact, in this condition the operating conditions of before the com- Operating the button, the air admitted to the passenger compart-...
  • Page 87 IMPORTANT When the engine is Flow of air towards the centre up- Pressing the button engages turned off the system memorises the cli- per vent, centre and side dashboard out- rearscreen heating and door mirror heat- mate control operating condition, which lets and rear outlets.
  • Page 88: Additional Heater

    ADDITIONAL HEATER The dust/pollen filter should be The system comprises: checked over at least once a year by Alfa (Optional, for JTD and JTD 20V Multijet – a fuel oil burner for heating the water Romeo Authorized Services, preferably at versions, where applicable) and a combustion gas exhaust silencer.
  • Page 89 For maintenance and repairs con- tact only Authorized Alfa Romeo Services and only use original WARNING spare parts. The burner exhaust gas is released in the centre...
  • Page 90: Controls

    CONTROLS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS FRONT FOGLIGHTS (fig. 97) (fig. 96) These come on when the button (A) is pressed and when the external lights are These are switched on by pressing but- OPENING THE LUGGAGE already on. ton (A) regardless of the position of the COMPARTMENT (fig.
  • Page 91 REAR FOG GUARDS (fig. 98) DASHBOARD LIGHTING OPENING THE FUEL FLAP ADJUSTMENT (fig. 99) (fig. 100) These are turned on, with the dipped beam headlights or fog lights on, by When the outside lights are on, the The fuel flap is released from inside the pressing button (B).
  • Page 92 GEARSHIFT LEVER (fig. 101) HAND BRAKE (fig. 102) To release the hand brake: – Slightly lift the lever (A) and press Depending on the versions, the car is fit- The hand brake is located between the ted with a manual gearbox with six gears two front seats.
  • Page 93: Electronic Automatic Gearbox (Sportronic)

    ELECTRONIC STARTING THE ENGINE MOVING OFF The engine can be started only with the AUTOMATIC After starting the engine, with the en- gearshift lever in the P or N position. gine idling and keeping the brake pedal GEARBOX For safety reasons, it is advisable to start pressed, move the gearshift lever to posi- (SPORTRONIC) the engine with the brake pedal pressed.
  • Page 94 STOPPING THE CAR SELECTING WARNING AUTOMATIC/SEQUENTIAL To stop the car simply press the brake With the engine idling, al- MANUAL OPERATION pedal regardless of the position of the so on a level surface, and gearshift lever. the gearshift lever in position D or The main feature of this gearbox is the R, the car tends to move if the possibility of being used in the automatic or...
  • Page 95 AUTOMATIC OPERATION P - Park WARNING For automatic operation move the lever To prevent accidental movements, the Always pull the hand in the right sector (A-fig. 105) with lever can only be moved to position P brake completely before four positions: with the button (C-fig.
  • Page 96 P, pressing on the lever lock device (B- fig. 107) through the plugged hole (A- fig. 106). You are advised to have this operation carried out by Authorised Alfa Romeo Ser- vices. fig. 106 fig. 107...
  • Page 97 The electronic control unit can acknowl- Kickdown WARNING edge special circumstances, such as run- To obtain optimum acceleration, for ex- With the engine idling ning along a bend, by means of the in- ample when overtaking, the gearbox will and the gearshift lever is stant front wheel revolution speeds differ- kickdown by one or two gears simply by in position N, the car tends to move...
  • Page 98 FAULT SIGNALLING SEQUENTIAL MANUAL WARNING OPERATION Automatic gearbox faults are indicated When sequential by the warning light (B-fig. 105) on For the sequential manual mode, move manual mode has been the instrument cluster as follows: the lever to the left sector (B-fig. 104) set and a high gear is engaged, to with 2 positions, as shown by the sym- accelerate rapidly, for example to...
  • Page 99 Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. lowing the instructions given in the chap- ter “In an emergency”. The failure to comply...
  • Page 100 CONSTRUCTIONAL FEATURES GENERAL FEATURES For controlling these operating logics the control unit uses the following signals: The Sportronic gearbox is fully automat- Electronic gearbox management makes ic with electrohydraulic control and four it possible to obtain gearshifting suited to – engine rpm forward gears plus reverse (3.0 V6 24V momentary engine characteristics with a –...
  • Page 101 Conditions of use analysed – entering a bend (transversal accelera- Automatic programme by the control unit tion detected by the difference in the dif- In relation to the car speed and torque ference between the wheels of one side The control unit analyses each single transmitted, the control unit detects the s- and the other/ABS sensors active condition of use of the car, discriminating...
  • Page 102: Internal Fittings

    INTERNAL FITTINGS Manual sequential programme Engine heating programme (only 3.0 V6 24V version) This function enables manual sequential use of the gearbox merely moving the se- This programme allows the engine to GLOVE BOX (fig. 108-109) lector lever to the left. reach normal operating temperature in On the dashboard there is a key-lock- the shortest time possible (depending on...
  • Page 103 ODDMENTS COMPARTMENTS Left side compartment (fig. 112) WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD On the lower side of the dashboard, at Do not travel with the the left of the steering wheel, there is an Upper compartment glovebox open; it could oddments compartment (A). (fig.
  • Page 104 COMPARTMENTS AND COIN/CARD/ REAR ODDMENTS OBJECT HOLDERS (fig. 115) POCKETS ON THE DOORS COMPARTMENT (fig. 116-117) (fig. 113-114) The coin holder (A) is located on the This is on the parcel shelf and it has a central console. lid. Each door is fitted with a pocket. The card holder (B) may contain a card To open the lid raise it pulling the han- fig.
  • Page 105 CIGAR LIGHTER (fig. 118) FRONT ASHTRAY (fig. 119) REAR ASHTRAYS (fig. 120) Press knob (A) in to use the cigar To open the protective lid (A) press in There is an ashtray on each rear door. lighter, with ignition key at ACC or the point shown by the arrow.
  • Page 106 GRAB HANDLES (fig. 121) FRONT ROOF LIGHT (fig. 123) Moving switches (A) and (B) to the left (position 0), the lights stay off (OFF Two grab handles are located at front The roof light comprises two lights with position). doors. the corresponding control switch.
  • Page 107 126 sion in the car, contact only Au- thorized Alfa Romeo Services; this will guarantee first-rate re- sults with no possibility of any inconvenience that may compro- mise the safety of the vehicle.
  • Page 108: Sunroof

    SUNROOF SLIDING When the sunroof is opened a small spoiler (B-fig. 129) rises which diverts FORWARDS/BACKWARDS (optional for versions/markets where the flow of air. (fig. 128-129-130) applicable) Press part (1) of the button (A- fig. 128) to open the roof; press part The sunroof can only be operated when WARNING (2) of the button to close it.
  • Page 109 SLIDING WING REAR LIFTING EMERGENCY OPERATION (fig. 132-133-134) The sunroof is equipped with manual-oper- This can only be achieved when the sun- ated sliding wing preventing direct sun rays. roof is completely closed. Press the front end If the electrical control device does not To open the wing pull handle (A-fig.
  • Page 110: Luggage Compartment

    LUGGAGE – Using the special key (B-fig. 133) OPENING FROM INSIDE provided in the tool bag rotate bushing (fig. 136) COMPARTMENT (C-fig. 133) of the motor to move the To open from inside: sunroof. – With the vehicle stationary, press but- The boot lid can be opened from outside IMPORTANT When the operation has ton (A) inside the glovebox.
  • Page 111 In this case the alarm disengages the IMPORTANT Apply a moderate pres- When the boot is opened the light (C- boot control sensor, the system (with the fig. 138) will come on. This light will sure only on the bonnet edge, immediate- exception of versions for certain markets) ly above the lock.
  • Page 112: Bonnet

    (see “Techni- board. serve to secure the luggage retaining net cal specifications”). Also make sure (available on request c/o Alfa Romeo Au- that the objects contained in the To open: thorized Services). boot are well secured to prevent them from being thrown forward –...
  • Page 113: Headlights

    Alfa Romeo Dealership. special care not to bump the head on the raised bonnet. WARNING For safety reasons the...
  • Page 114 GAS DISCHARGE HEADLIGHTS Very high voltage is needed to trigger WARNING the voltaic arc, after which the supply can (optional for versions/markets where If necessary, have the be at low voltage. applicable) system checked and any The headlights reach their maximum in- Gas discharge headlights (xenon) work repairs done only by Authorized Al- tensity after about 15 seconds from...
  • Page 115 Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services To have the position left circulation or vice versa it is necessary to have the headlights correctly adjusted.
  • Page 116: Engine Control System (Eobd)

    U agnosis of the engine. system, the Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- warning light comes on on the instrument vice Station must carry out tests on a test panel, that the components in question bench and, if necessary, road tests that are in poor condition.
  • Page 117: Abs

    In the event of a failure, though being In order to be able to exploit as far as unable to rely on the antilock effect, possible the possibility of the antilock The car is fitted with an ABS system there is absolutely no adverse effect on system in the case of need, it is wise to which prevents wheel lock when braking, vehicle braking performance in terms of...
  • Page 118 Following these instructions you will be ity of skidding. Drive extremely in a condition to obtain peak braking per- carefully to the nearest Authorized formance at all times. Alfa Romeo Services to have the system checked over.
  • Page 119 In this case, too, you are antilock system. switching on of the relevant warning recommended to contact Author- light). ized Alfa Romeo Services immedi- ately driving in such a way as to avoid abrupt braking, to have the system checked.
  • Page 120: Vdc And Asr Systems

    VDC AND ASR When the sensors detect the conditions VDC SYSTEM OPERATION that would lead to skidding, the VDC sys- SYSTEMS The VDC system turns on automatically tem acts on the engine and brakes gener- when the car is started and cannot be (on request for versions/markets ating a stabilising torque.
  • Page 121 The heart of the VDC system is a sensor The corrective actions are changed and ASR FUNCTION (ANTISLIP that originates from the field of aeronau- controlled continuously until the car re- REGULATION): GENERAL tics, which detects rotations of the car turns to the required course.
  • Page 122 The action of the ASR system is particu- TURNING ON THE ASR CUTTING IN OF THE VDC larly helpful under the following condi- FUNCTION SYSTEM tions: The ASR function turns on automatically The cutting in of the VDC system is indi- –...
  • Page 123 In the event of failures the VDC and ASR at all events, you are recommended to systems switch off automatically and the contact Authorised Alfa Romeo Services warning light (A-fig. 145) on the in- as soon as possible. strument cluster turn on glowing steadily.
  • Page 124: Sound System

    SOUND SYSTEM FRONT SPEAKERS (fig. 146) REAR SPEAKERS (fig. 147) The front speakers are housed in the The speakers are housed on the rear front door panels door panels. The vehicle is fitted with a complete ra- dio system. A - Tweeter A - Tweeter The radio is integrated in the Alfa B - Woofer.
  • Page 125: Refuelling

    CD play- The anti-pollution de- supplied with a parcel shelf fitted with er for the Alfa Romeo I.C.S. navigation vices present on the ve- speakers housed at the ends of the parcel system.
  • Page 126 DIESEL ENGINES If these precautions are not observed Under no circumstances the engine will suffer serious damage. should conventional leaded petrol be used Fill the fuel tank before it is completely The car must be refu- as this would irreparably dam- empty in order to prevent air from getting elled only with fuel oil age the catalyst.
  • Page 127 FUEL CAP EMERGENCY FLAP OPENING WARNING DEVICE The fuel cap is released from inside the Do not go near the fuel car pushing the button (A-fig. 150) If the electrical control fails to work it is filler with naked flames with the engine off.
  • Page 128: Fuel Cut-Off Switch

    AUTOMATIC FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH After the crash, remember to turn the ig- The car is equipped with a safety switch If no leaks or damages to electric de- nition key to STOP to prevent the bat- which is triggered in the event of a crash vices (e.g.: headlights) are found and the tery running down.
  • Page 129 DOOR UNLOCKING IN CASE RESETTING THE FUEL CUT-OFF To reactivate the automatic fuel cut-off switch, press button (fig. 153) under OF ACCIDENT SWITCH the driver's seat. In case of accident with activation of the inertial switch as a consequence, door locks are automatically unlocked to let rescuers reach the passenger compart- ment from the outside.
  • Page 130: Environmental Protection

    ENVIRONMENTAL USE OF NON-TOXIC EMISSION REDUCING DEVICES (Petrol engines) MATERIALS PROTECTION None of the components of the vehicle Catalysts contain asbestos. The padding and the cli- The design and construction of the vehi- The exhaust system is fitted with a sys- mate control system do not contain CFCs cle have not only been developed with tem of catalysts formed of precious metal...
  • Page 131 Lambda sensors EMISSION REDUCING DEVICES WARNING (diesel engines) The lambda sensors detect the oxygen Due to the high temper- content in the exhaust gas. ature reached while the Oxidising catalytic converter catalysts are working, it is advis- The signals transmitted by the Lambda Converts the polluting substance in the able not to park the car over in- sensors are used by the electronic control...
  • Page 133: Getting The Best Out Of Your Car

    GETTING THE BEST OUT OF YOUR CAR Reading this chapter and following the advice, recommendations STARTING THE ENGINE page 134 ................and specification given in it will make it possible for you to get the SAFE DRIVING ......................best from your vehicle in terms of safety, performance, reliability WINTER TYRES ......................
  • Page 134: Starting The Engine

    Similarly, when the engine is running, ately, return the key to the STOP posi- gine fails to start see “The Alfa Romeo the device prevents the key being moved tion and repeat the operation CODE system”.
  • Page 135 – Drive off slowly, at medium revs which may damage the catalyzer but con- warning light without accelerating abruptly. tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. flashes for about 30 seconds – Do not drive at full performance for after starting engine the initial kilometres of the journey.
  • Page 136: Safe Driving

    SAFE DRIVING EMERGENCY STARTING For vehicles equipped with turbocharger in particular and for other This paragraph supplies suggestions and Do not bump, tow or vehicles in general, revving the indications for the correct and safe use of coast start the vehicle engine before switching off your vehicle in the most common situa- as this would irrepara-...
  • Page 137 – Check the operation of the horn. – A light meal containing easily assimil- – Use the direction indicators when able foods will help keep reflexes ready changing direction. – Check the operation and degree of and aid concentration for a safe journey. wear of the windscreen wipers.
  • Page 138 PARKING NIGHT DRIVING WARNING When the vehicle is parked, proceed as Night driving involves a greater degree Ensure that both yourself follows: of concentration, both physical and ner- and your passengers are vous. Some suggestions concerning night wearing their seat belts. Travelling –...
  • Page 139 DRIVING UNDER ADVERSE – Check the condition of the windscreen – Remember that overtaking uphill is wiper blades. slower and therefore requires a greater WEATHER CONDITIONS length of clear road. If you are being – If fog is very thick avoid travelling Rain and fog can be extremely danger- overtaken on a hill move over to enable where possible.
  • Page 140 – The performance of the system, in ted thickness. Have them replaced as terms of active safety, should not induce BRAKES soon as possible by Alfa Romeo Autho- the driver to take unnecessary and unjus- rized Services. tified risks. An efficient braking system is vital to the safety of the vehicle and its passen- –...
  • Page 141 On versions fitted with VDC system, Brake carefully to the nearest Authorized safety is always and anyway the Assist is deactivated in the event of VDC Alfa Romeo workshop to have the vehicle driver’s concern. system failure (indicated by the switching system checked.
  • Page 142 Alfa Romeo Authorized Services contacted and the road surface. if an anomaly is detected. IMPORTANT Keep the steering wheel...
  • Page 143 – The car will handle differently when the the “Technical specifications” chapter of spare wheel is fitted. Avoid sudden acceler- this manual or contact Alfa Romeo Autho- (*) For versions/markets where applic- ation or braking, sharp corners and fast rized Services.
  • Page 144 100 km have been signed for tubeless tyres. To balance light reached. alloy rims only Alfa Romeo original Periodically check that the tyres are not weights should be used. showing signs of irregular tread wear. If –...
  • Page 145 To ensure uniform wear between the Note for one way tyres: There Tyre pressure and wear tyres on the front axle and those on the are arrows on the side of one-way tyres The correct tyre pressure will not only rear axle, the tyres should be switched indicating the direction of rotation.
  • Page 146 In exceptional cases when checking tyre original Alfa Romeo tyre. pressure when hot, do not reduce the counterweights should be used. pressure.
  • Page 147: Winter Tyres

    (as per CE Directive). normal tyres provided on the car. types of snow chain. Alfa Romeo Autho- Alfa Romeo Authorised Services will be Fit the same type of tyre on all four...
  • Page 148: Economy And Environment-Friendly Driving

    ECONOMY AND GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS Snow chains can be fit- ted only on wheels with ENVIRONMENT- Vehicle maintenance 6.5J x 16” rims and FRIENDLY DRIVING The conditions of the vehicle are an im- 215/55 R16 tyres or 7.5J x 17” portant factor which affects fuel consump- rims and 225/45 R17 tyres.
  • Page 149 For particularly bulky loads the use The use of spoilers that have not been more quickly. of a trailer is preferable. certified by Alfa Romeo can adversely af- fect air drag and fuel consumption. Pointless manoeuvres Electric services Avoid revving the engine when waiting...
  • Page 150 Top speed CONDITIONS OF USE PROTECTING EMISSION REDUCING DEVICES Cold starting Fuel consumption increases considerably with the speed of the car: it is helpful to The correct operation of the anti-pollu- Brief and frequent cold starts do not al- observe that passing from 90 to 120 tion devices not only guarantees respect low the engine to reach the optimum op- km/h consumption increases by + 30%.
  • Page 151 Do not fire hazard. request for performance to a minimum therefore park the vehicle over in- and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- flammable materials (grass, dry vices as soon as possible. leaves, pine needles etc.): fire haz- ard.
  • Page 152: Towing Trailers

    Alfa Romeo retails a tow hook which ful- on the towing eye. fils the safety and legal requirements. This tow hook should be fitted by Alfa...
  • Page 153 The fastening points (3) must be fitted tion. with a spacer with a 25 mm diameter and 6 mm thickness. For the electrical connections a 13 pole, 12V connection must be used. For vehicle-trailer electrical connections contact Authorized Alfa Romeo Services.
  • Page 154 Sphere Vehicle centre line 2 M10 x 1.25 nuts fig. 3...
  • Page 155: Vehicle Inactivity

    VEHICLE INACTIVITY – Switch off the alarm system (if fit- – Check the air cleaner and replace if ted) with the remote control, then deacti- necessary. vate it with the emergency key. – Check tyre pressure and ensure that If the vehicle is to be left inactive for –...
  • Page 156: Accessories Purchased By The Owner

    USEFUL ACCESSORIES – Check that the various devices WARNING (headlights, direction indicators etc.) are The use of CB radios or working correctly. similar inside the passen- Independently of current legal obliga- IMPORTANT In order to perform ger compartment (without an out- tions, we suggest keeping the following these operations correctly refer to the rel- side aerial) produces electromag-...
  • Page 157: In An Emergency

    ..........lems which the driver may have to face and indicate the type of IN THE EVENT OF A FLAT BATTERY intervention to be carried out. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- ..............vices for the more serious problems. IF THE VEHICLE OR ANOTHER VEHICLE IS TO BE TOWED .......
  • Page 158: In The Event Of A Puncture

    IN THE EVENT WARNING WARNING OF A PUNCTURE The spare wheel is specific On cars fitted with tyres to your model of car: do 215/55 R16 (*), 225/ not use it on another model or use 45 R17, 235/40 R18 and spare the spare wheel of other models on wheel with tyre 215/55 R16 (*), WARNING...
  • Page 159 To change a wheel proceed as follows: Routinely check that the WARNING pressure of tyres and s- – Stop the car in such a position that it The jack only serves for pare wheel is as speci- is not dangerous for the traffic where it is changing wheels on the fied in the “Technical specifica- possible to change the wheel safely.
  • Page 160 – Remove the wheel cap (A-fig. 4) – Using the L-wrench (B-fig. 5) pro- Position 1: changing a rear wheel; (only for versions with steel rims) lever- vided, loosen the fastening bolts (A) by Position 2: changing a front wheel. ing on the edge with the flat-tipped about one turn.
  • Page 161 – Tighten the five fastening bolts (A- – Lower the car and remove the jack – Completely tighten the bolts in the se- fig. 12). (fig. 13). quence shown (fig. 14). – On cars having the same alloy rims as the spare wheel ones, wheel cap can be fitted following the instructions given in the following paragraph.
  • Page 162 REFITTING A NORMAL WHEEL – Take the tool bag (A-fig. 3) and – Using the L-wrench (B-fig. 5) pro- the spare wheel and bring them near to vided, loosen the fastening bolts (A) by Refit the wheel as described below: the wheel to be changed.
  • Page 163 – Work the jack and raise the car, until – Screw the centering pin (A-fig. 18) – Lower the car and remove the jack the wheel is a few centimetres above (fig. 20). in one of the fastening bolt holes. ground.
  • Page 164 – Put jack and tools back in the bag WARNING and stow it in the boot Do not grease the threads of bolts before installing them; they might slip out. The bolts should be tightened to a torque of 86 Nm (8.8 kgm). You are advised to have the wheel bolt tightening checked by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as...
  • Page 165: If One Of The External Lights Goes Out

    Misting will disap- pear as soon as the headlights are turned on. Drops inside the headlight mean wa- ter infiltration: contact Alfa Romeo Autho- rized Services. fig. 23...
  • Page 166 B (PY21W) SIDE DIRECTION INDICATORS A (5W Amber) Where possible the REAR DIRECTION INDICATOR non-replaceable LEDs bulbs should be re- placed by Alfa Romeo STOP/SIDE LIGHT B (21/5W) 21/5 Authorized Services. The correct REVERSING LIGHT B (P21W) operation and positioning of the...
  • Page 167 (halogen), sidelight and direc- charge. necessary repaired only by Autho- tion indicator bulbs. rized Alfa Romeo Services. The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit as follows (fig. 24-25): A. Direction indicator The following paragraph describes how to replace xenon bulbs correctly.
  • Page 168 – Release the clip (C- fig. 27). – Fit connector to new bulb. WARNING – Remove the bulb (D- fig. 28) and – Fit the bulb in the headlight reflector Any work on the front disconnect the snap-fitted connector (E). making the notch coincide with the corre- light units should be car- sponding groove.
  • Page 169 High beam headlamp signaller – Disconnect the snap-fitted connector – Fit new bulb in the headlight reflector (D- fig. 30) and release clip (E). making the notches coincide with the cor- To replace the bulb (Type D – H1, responding grooves. 55W): –...
  • Page 170 Front sidelights – Press the two retaining tabs and re- – Fit the new bulb into the bulb holder, move the bulb holder (D- fig. 33). pushing it slightly and turning it clock- To replace the bulb (Type B – H6W, wise.
  • Page 171 Front direction indicators – Fit the new bulb into the bulb holder, FRONT LIGHT UNITS – pushing it slightly and turning it clock- HALOGEN BULB HEADLIGHTS To replace the bulb (Type B – PY21W, wise. (optional for versions/markets where 21W, coloured): applicable) –...
  • Page 172 Low beam headlights – Fit the bulb in the headlight reflector – Refit the engine compartment cover making the notch coincide with the corre- and secure it by turning the fastening To replace the bulb (Type D – H7, sponding groove. pins.
  • Page 173 High beam headlights – Disconnect the snap-fitted connector – Fit the new bulb in the headlight re- (D- fig. 43) and release the clip (E). flector making the notches coincide with To replace the bulb (Type D – H7, the corresponding grooves. 55W): –...
  • Page 174 Front sidelights – Press the two retaining tabs and re- – Fit the new bulb into the bulb holder, move the bulb holder (D- fig. 46). pushing it slightly and turning it clock- To replace the bulb (Type B – H6W, wise.
  • Page 175 Front direction indicators – Fit the new bulb into the bulb holder, FRONT FOGLIGHTS pushing it slightly and turning it clock- To replace the bulb (Type B – PY21W, To replace the bulb (Type D - H3, 55W) wise. 21W, coloured): proceed under the car as follows: –...
  • Page 176 – Fit the connector to the bulb. rectly adjusted. If in doubt contact – Refit the cover and lock it by turning Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to To adjust the front fog- it clockwise. have them checked and adjusted if...
  • Page 177 SIDE DIRECTION INDICATORS – Withdraw the bulb (E) which is of the Take care not to dam- pressure-fitted type and replace it. age the bodywork or To replace a bulb (Type A, 5W amber): the transparent cover – Insert the bulb-holder (C) in the –...
  • Page 178 GUARDS AND SIDELIGHTS – Lower the lid (A-fig. 56) of the – Re-insert the bulb holder unit fasten- ing it correctly in place using the retainer boot trim corresponding with the light To replace the bulbs (Type B, 21W re- concerned and remove the bulb holder catches (C-fig.
  • Page 179 (A-fig. 60) using a unit: should they fail to operate, contact flat screwdriver protected with a soft Authorized Alfa Romeo Services. cloth. To replace the bulb (Type B, sidelight – Withdraw the unit (B-fig. 61).
  • Page 180 ADDITIONAL STOP LIGHT – Slacken the two screws fastening the – Slacken the four screws (F-fig. 66) light unit (B-fig. 64) and remove it re- fastening the transparent cover. STOP) leasing the two catches (C). – Remove the transparent cover (G- To replace the bulbs (Type A, 2.3 W): –...
  • Page 181: If One Of The Internal Lights Goes Out

    IF ONE OF THE – Refit the screen (B-fig. 69), firstly When refitting the roof inserting the left side under the two stop- light ensure that the INTERNAL LIGHTS pers then on the right side until the catch electrical wiring is cor- GOES OUT clicks.
  • Page 182 REAR ROOF LIGHTS – Remove and replace the bulb (B-fig. COURTESY LIGHTS 72) (tubular with bayonet coupling) To replace the bulb (Type C, 5W): To replace the bulbs (Type B, 5W): pushing gently and turning counter-clock- – Remove the light (A-fig. 73) lever- –...
  • Page 183 – Remove the screen (B-fig. 74) re- – Refit the light unit firstly inserting GLOVEBOX LIGHT leasing it from the catches (C-fig. 74) from the side (E-fig. 75) and then To replace the bulb (Type A, 5W): pressing on the other side until the catch –...
  • Page 184 – Change the bulb (C-fig. 77) which DOOR LIGHTS – Change the bulb (C-fig. 79) which is pressure-fitted. is pressure-fitted. To replace the bulb (Type A, 5W): – Re-position the screen inserting the – Re-position the screen inserting the – Remove the light pushing with a two fastening pins.
  • Page 185 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT – Lift the protection cover (B- fig. – Fit the new bulb locking it between the two contacts. 81). LIGHT – Remove the snap-fitted bulb (C- fig. – Lower the protection cover. To replace the bulb (Type C, 10W): 82).
  • Page 186: In The Event Ofa Burnt Fuse Or Relay

    Remove the fuse to be replaced using If a fuse blows again con- the pincer (C) on the fusebox. tact Alfa Romeo Autho- Replace the fuse with another of the rized Services. The systems and de- same rating and colour.
  • Page 187 FUSES AND RELAYS IN THE In the upper part of the control unit The circuits operated by relays are the there is a pincer (C-fig. 85) for remov- following (fig. 86): CONTROL UNIT ing fuses. A - Switch discharge relay The fuses for the main devices are At the sides of the control unit there are housed in a control unit under the dash-...
  • Page 188 ENGINE BAY retaining clips. sions and markets. In the event of a sus- The fuses and relays in the engine bay pected anomaly, contact Alfa Romeo Au- The devices protected by the fuses in are housed: thorized Services. the engine bay are listed in the tables on –...
  • Page 189 Circuits operated by relays are the fol- To gain access to relays on the bracket Circuits operated by relays are the fol- lowing (fig. 89): set behind the left headlight (fig. 91), lowing (fig. 91): remove the cover (A-fig. 90) after A.
  • Page 190 In the event of a sus- A. Air mixing actuator, climate control Fuses and relays are housed in the pected anomaly, contact Alfa Romeo Au- unit, additional heater control (JTD ver- right-hand side of the boot are housed in thorized Services.
  • Page 191 89 Alarm system (control unit) fig. 93 fig. 93 Reversing lights (only versions with manual gearbox) fig. 86 Alfa Romeo Code System fig. 86 Right dipped beam headlight fig. 89 fig. 86 Cell phone (handset) fig. 86 Internal lights Fuse no.
  • Page 192 System/Component Fuse no. Ampere Location System/Component Fuse no. Ampere Location Engine cooling radiator fan fig. 89 Conditioner compressor 7.5A fig. 89 EOBD system (socket) fig. 86 Cruise Control fig. 86 Front LH power window Diesel fuel filter warming fig. 89 (ABI control unit) fig.
  • Page 193 System/Component Fuse no. Ampere Location System/Component Fuse no. Ampere Location Rearscreen heating fig. 93 Navigator fig. 86 Relay coil T21, T22, T23 (boot box) fig. 86 Parking sensors (control unit) fig. 93 Relay coil T24 (boot box) fig. 86 Power windows (driver's control LOCK warning light) fig.
  • Page 194: In The Event Of A Flat Battery

    Starting with an auxiliary battery does contact the nearest Authorized Alfa ment opens from inside or by the key not damages the Alfa Romeo CODE sys- Romeo Services. does not work. However, it is always pos- tem and must be carried out as follows: sible to open the luggage compartment fig.
  • Page 195 Alfa Romeo I.C.S. “self- cle, particularly the control units discharge of great intensity. The teaching” operation as follows:...
  • Page 196: If The Vehicle Or Another Vehicle Is To Be Towed

    IF THE VEHICLE To install the tow ring, proceed as fol- Using the flat bladed side protected with lows: a soft cloth, insert the screwdriver on the IS TO BE TOWED upper part of the cap and press gently to –...
  • Page 197: If The Vehicle Is To Be Lifted

    IF THE VEHICLE WARNING WARNING IS TO BE LIFTED Before beginning to tow The purpose of the jack is the car, turn the ignition only for replacing wheels key to MAR and then to STOP, do on the car with which it is provided USING THE JACK not remove it.
  • Page 198: In The Event Of An Accident

    IN THE EVENT USING AN ARM LIFT OR The car is to be lifted WORKSHOP LIFT positioning the jack or OF AN ACCIDENT the workshop lift arm The vehicle must only be lifted laterally plate only in the points shown positioning the ends of the arms or the –...
  • Page 199 – If the doors are blocked, do not try to IF THERE ARE INJURED FIRST AID KIT get out of the car breaking the wind- PERSONS In addition to the first-aid kit, it is also screen which is stratified. The windows wise to keep an extinguisher and a blan- –...
  • Page 201: Car Maintenance

    CAR MAINTENANCE The best way to preserve the performance and safety characteris- PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE page 202 .............. tics of your vehicle is to have it periodically inspected and main- PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............ tained. ANNUAL INSPECTION PLAN ................CHECKING LEVELS, TOPPING UP AND REPLACING ........
  • Page 202: Programmed Maintenance

    Many moving parts, high voltage cables of specific procedures and should and parts that reach high temperatures be carried out by Alfa Romeo Au- which may cause serious injury to unquali- fied persons are located in the engine thorized Services.
  • Page 203 GENERALITIES It is possible to ask the Alfa Romeo Or- If the car is frequently ganisation for an estimate of the cost of used for towing trailers, Perfect performance and the life of eve- service coupon operations. the interval between...
  • Page 204: Programmed Maintenance Schedule

    PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE thousands of kilometres • • • • • • • • • Check tyre conditions and wear • • • • • • • • • Check front disk brake pad wear indicator • • • • Check conditions of rear disk brake pads Check intactness of axle shaft and power steering boots, •...
  • Page 205 thousands of kilometres • • • • • • • • • Change fuel filter (diesel versions) • • • • Change air cleaner cartridge (petrol versions) • • • • • • • • • Change air cleaner cartridge (diesel versions) Check and if necessary top up fluid level (brakes, hydraulic •...
  • Page 206: Annual Inspection Plan

    ANNUAL INSPECTION – Visually checking the following: en- ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS gine, gearbox, transmission, piping (ex- PLAN Every 1000 km or before long jour- haust, fuel supply, brakes) rubber items neys check and if necessary top up: (casings, sleeves, bushings etc.), hoses of braking and supply systems.
  • Page 207 For any doubts about the intervals be- key flashes briefly only once, the battery tween engine oil and air cleaner changes need replacing with other of the same in relation to how the car is used, contact type. Authorised Alfa Romeo Services.
  • Page 208 Alfa Romeo spares and the correct fluids. Do not carry out these operations if you have no experience.
  • Page 209: Checking Levels, Topping Up And Replacing

    CHECKING LEVELS, TOPPING UP AND REPLACING 2.0 T.SPARK version 1) engine oil 4) engine coolant fluid π 2) brake and clutch fluid ∂ 5) power steering fluid 3) windscreen washer fluid A0D0117m fig. 1...
  • Page 210 2.5 V6 24V - 3.0 V6 24V versions 1) engine oil 4) engine coolant fluid π 2) brake and clutch fluid ∂ 5) power steering fluid 3) windscreen washer fluid A0D0099m fig. 2...
  • Page 211 3.2 V6 24V version 1) engine oil 4) engine coolant fluid π 2) brake and clutch fluid ∂ 5) power steering fluid 3) windscreen washer fluid A0D0099m fig. 3...
  • Page 212 JTD version 1) engine oil 4) engine coolant fluid π 2) brake and clutch fluid ∂ 5) power steering fluid 3) windscreen washer fluid A0D0118m fig. 4...
  • Page 213 JTD 20V Multijet versions 1) engine oil 4) engine coolant fluid π 2) brake and clutch fluid ∂ 5) power steering fluid 3) windscreen washer fluid A0D0112m fig. 5...
  • Page 214 The engine oil level should be checked tection should be removed. This operation when the vehicle is standing on a level should be carried out by Alfa Romeo Au- surface a few minutes (about 5) after the thorized Services. engine has been switched off.
  • Page 215 TOPPING UP ENGINE OIL When the car is new, the engine needs IMPORTANT After topping up the en- to run in, therefore the engine oil con- gine oil, before checking the level, run the Fig. 10: 2.0 T.SPARK version sumption can only be considered sta- engine a few seconds and wait for a few Fig.
  • Page 216 Never add oil with WARNING WARNING characteristics (classifi- Remember that when the Never exceed the MAX cation, viscosity) which engine is warm the elec- level when topping up or are different from those of the tric fan, which is operated on the changing engine oil.
  • Page 217 CHECKING AND TOPPING-UP Top up only with the WARNING ENGINE COOLANT (fig. 14) same fluid contained in The cooling system is the cooling circuit. Periodically check that the level of fluid pressurised. If necessary in the expansion tank when cold and with replace the cap only with another the car on level ground, is between original one, otherwise the effi-...
  • Page 218 CHECKING POWER STEERING Check that the oil in the reservoir is at TOPPING UP THE POWER the maximum level. OIL LEVEL STEERING OIL This operation must be carried out with Fig. 15: 2.0 T.SPARK - JTD - 3.2 V6 If the level of the oil in the power steer- the car on level ground and when the en- 24V versions ing reservoir falls below the specified lev-...
  • Page 219 (B) wards, have the system checked of the reservoir (A) (with the ignition for possible leaks by Alfa Romeo key at MAR) the instrument warning Authorized services. panel light should come on.
  • Page 220 CHECKING AND TOPPING UP When the cap (B) is WARNING THE WINDSCREEN/HEADLIGHT screwed off the reser- Some commercial addi- WASHER FLUID (fig. 19-20) voir ensure that the tives windscreen electrical connections are not dis- Access to the windscreen/headlight washers are inflammable. The en- connected.
  • Page 221: Air Cleaner

    If in doubt contact Alfa Romeo Autho- rized Services who will be able to recom- If they are not carried mend the most suitable products.
  • Page 222: Diesel Filter

    The dust/pollen filter should be checked On versions without navigation system cuit can seriously dam- over once a year by Alfa Romeo Autho- and without CD player, access to the bat- age the whole injection rized Service station preferably at the be-...
  • Page 223 Alfa Romeo are incorrectly installed. If, after Authorized Services should be purchasing your vehicle, you The level of the electrolyte solution...
  • Page 224 Authorized gles. – Turn on the charger. Alfa Romeo Services. – After charging turn off the charger be- Charging should be slow at a low amp fore disconnecting it from the battery.
  • Page 225 Authorised Alfa Romeo Services whose plosion and fire. qualified personnel, in addition to sug- USEFUL HINTS TO EXTEND gesting the most suitable devices from...
  • Page 226: Electronic Control Units

    For these interventions we re-com- – Before connecting or disconnecting mend that you contact Alfa Romeo the terminals of the electronic units en- Authorized Services. sure that the ignition key is not in the The loadless absorption of all the MAR position.
  • Page 227: Spark Plugs

    If the engine is running unevenly have – Lift the blade to clamp tab (B) of the the spark plugs checked by Alfa Romeo Periodically clean the wiper blades and coupling spring with the curved top of the Authorized Services.
  • Page 228: Spray Jets

    ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS rosion from the inside. which is adequate and correctly directed. Alfa Romeo employs manufacturing The underbody is treated with the appli- If the spray devices are not working technologies which are designed to pro- cation of a special protective material.
  • Page 229 PRESERVE THE BODYWORK The paintwork does not only serve an kets and trim of all Alfa Romeo vehicles. aesthetic purpose but also protects the Particular care should be taken to en- underlying sheet metal.
  • Page 230 When drying off take particular care to WINDOWS ENGINE COMPARTMENT cover the less visible parts like the bonnet Use specific products to clean the win- At the end of the winter the engine and boot lids and around the headlights dows.
  • Page 231: Interior Fittings

    INTERIOR FITTINGS CLEANING LEATHER PARTS For washing the engine compartment, you are – Remove dried on dirt with a chamois recommended to use leather or a lightly moistened cloth with- Periodically check that water is not “FULCRON” available in Alfa out pressing too hard.
  • Page 232 PLASTIC PARTS I.C.S. MASK AND CENTRAL Never use spirit or CONSOLE petrol to clean the glass Should it be necessary to remove dust, on the instrument panel. dirt, etc. from the surface of the light u- Remove finger prints with common alco- nits (and/or direction indicators) only use hol-free water and surfactants glass deter- a solution of neutral soap and water and...
  • Page 233: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The following pages give the various specifications of the vehicle. IDENTIFICATION DATA page 234 ................ENGINE CODES-BODY VERSIONS ..............These pages will probably represent the main reference point in DIMENSIONS ......................this booklet for the “experts and enthusiasts”. ENGINE ........................
  • Page 234: Identification Data

    IDENTIFICATION DATA BODY LABEL ENGINE LABELS The body label carrying the following in- On the rear left-hand side, gearbox side. formation is located in front of the right The identification data should be record- front seat concealed by the lid (A- BODYWORK PAINT ed.
  • Page 235: Engine Codes-Body Versions

    IDENTIFICATION LABEL C - Space available for maximum weights authorised by various national This is located in the left-hand side of laws the boot (next to the battery) (fig. 5). D - Space for version and any supple- It carries the following identification da- mentary indications to those specified E - Space for smoke index (2.4 JTD ver- A - Space for details of national ho-...
  • Page 236: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS 2700 1025 1554 4720 1800 1542 – The dimensions are expressed in mm – The height indicated is for an unladen car fig. 6...
  • Page 237: Engine

    ENGINE 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic) Position Front Front Front Front Front Front Front transversal transversal transversal transversal transversal transversal transversal Number and arrangement of cylinders 4 in line 6 in 60°V 6 in 60°V...
  • Page 238: Servicing

    SERVICING 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic) Type of fuel Diesel fuel (European Specification EN590) Four star unleaded petrol with an octane number (R.O.N.) above 95 Capacity of fuel tank 69 litres 69 litres...
  • Page 239: Luggage Compartment

    LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic) Capacity (dm WEIGHTS 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic)
  • Page 240: Fuel Supply - Ignition

    FUEL SUPPLY AND IGNITION 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic) Supply MPI Bosch MPI Bosch MPI Bosch MPI Bosch Direct injection Direct injection Direct injection Motronic M1.5.5 Motronic ME2.1 Motronic ME2.1 Motronic ME7...
  • Page 241: Performance

    PERFORMANCE 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic) Maximum speed 211 km/h 225 km/h 236 km/h 245 km/h 210 km/h 222 km/h 218 km/h Acceleration from 9.8 s 8.4 s 8.6 s 7.4 s...
  • Page 242: Fuel Consumption

    FUEL CONSUMPTION The fuel consumption values shown in the following tables were established during homologation tests prescribed in specific European Directives. The test conditions adopted include the following: – an urban cycle: this includes cold starting followed by simulation of a mixed urban route; –...
  • Page 243: Co Emission At The Exhaust

    EMISSION AT THE EXHAUST The CO emission levels shown in the following tables are measured on a mixed cycle. EMISSION ACCORDING TO EEC STANDARD 1999/100 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V Multijet Multijet (Sportronic)
  • Page 244: Steering

    STEERING 2.0 T.SPARK 2.5 V6 24V 3.0 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V JTD 20V (Sportronic) Multijet Multijet (Sportronic) Type Rack and pinion Hydraulic power steering with liquid reservoir in engine compartment Turning radius (between pavements) 11.6 m 11.6 m 11.6 m 11.6 m 11.6 m...
  • Page 245: Specifications Of Fluids And Lubricants

    SELENIA RACING 2.0 T.SPARK Synthetic based oil, SAE 10W-40, SELENIA 20K FOR Lubricants for exceeding ACEA A3, API SL specifications. ALFA ROMEO petrol engines (*) 2.5 V6 24V, Synthetic based oil, SAE 5W-30, SELENIA 3.0 V6 24V and exceeding API SL, ACEA A1-A5, FIAT 9.55535-M1 specifications.
  • Page 246 Oil type "ATF DEXRON III". replacement. gearbox In the event of oil leakage, contact Authorised Alfa Romeo Services. TUTELA MRM 2 C.V. joints Lithium-soap-based grease with molybdenum bisulphate, consistency NLGI = 2. Brake fluid TUTELA CAR TOP 4 FMVSS n°...
  • Page 247: Rim And Tyres

    RYM AND TYRES SPARE WHEEL Cars fitted with steel rims and tyres 215/55 R16 (*) have s- pare wheel identical with the standard wheels. Cars fitted with a- Progression and Distinctive luminium alloy rims and tyres 215/55 R16 (*), 225/45 R17 Impression Versions Version and 235/40 R18 have the spare wheel with steel rim and tyre...
  • Page 248 Note for one way tyres Note The vehicles are fitted with tube- IMPORTANT Tyre pressure should be There are arrows on the side of one-way less tyres. See chapter “Getting the best increased by 0.3 bars when driving at tyres indicating the direction of rotation. out of your car”...
  • Page 249: Tyre Inflation Pressure

    TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (unladen and in running order) Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres 205/55 R16 91W (*) 215/55 R16 93W 225/45 R17 91Y 235/40 R18 91Y front rear front rear front rear front rear Reduced load (2 occupants) Full load Spare wheel (*) For versions/markets where applicable WARNING While the specified dimensions remain unchanged, for travelling safety and correct operation of the...
  • Page 250 CORRECT TYRE READING Load index (capacity) Below are the instructions necessary to know the meaning of 60 = 250 kg 84 = 500 kg the code stamped on the tyre. 61 = 257 kg 85 = 515 kg The code may be like one of the examples given below. 62 = 265 kg 86 = 530 kg 63 = 272 kg...
  • Page 251 Maximum speed index UNDERSTANDING RIM MARKING Q = up to 160 kph. The following are the necessary indications to understand the meaning of the markings on the rim, as shown in fig. 7. R = up to 170 kph. S = up to 180 kph. Example: T = up to 190 kph.
  • Page 253: Radio Frequency Remote Control

    RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: MINISTERIAL HOMOLOGATIONS International Homologation automobile Country number code Austria CEPT LPD F Belgium RTT/D/X1792 Switzerland BAKOM 99.0196.K.P Croatia Cyprus Germany CTC R 000 196 L Denmark Spain E D.G.Tel. 09 99 0366 France 99 0148 PPL 0 Finland Great Britain CEPT SRD1eGB...
  • Page 254 International Homologation automobile Country number code Hungary Italy DGPGF/4/2/03/339999/ F0/0004562/02/06/99 Ireland Iceland Luxembourg Norway Holland CEPT LPD F Portugal ICP 026TC99 Sweden Slovenia For markets in which transmitter marking is required, the homologation number has been reproduced directly on the key grip.
  • Page 255 CEPT LPD - F Attesté R000 A100 99 0148 PPL 0 196L 282L date 11/05/1999 pres. Radiocom Privées France Professionnel Conforme...
  • Page 257: Right Hand Drive Version

    RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION This chapter describes the main characteristics of the DASHBOARD page 258 ....................right hand drive version. INSTRUMENT PANEL .................... CONTROLS ......................For any topic not specifically dealt with in this chapter, BONNET ........................refer to the main chapter of the Owner’s manual which FUSES AND RELAYS IN THE CONTROL UNIT ..........
  • Page 258: Dashboard

    DASHBOARD fig. 1...
  • Page 259 Air ducts for side window outlets. 15 Cigar lighter. 28 Outside lights switch. 29 Bonnet opening lever. Side air vents. 16 Alfa Romeo I.C.S. (INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEM): RDS radio, 30 Front floor air outlets. Light switch lever (high beam, flash- computer on board (TRIP), climate...
  • Page 260: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL fig. 2 - 2.0 T.SPARK and 3.2 V6 24V versions...
  • Page 261 fig. 3 - 3.0 V6 24V (Sportronic) version...
  • Page 262: Controls

    CONTROLS A - Speedometer Lights switched off When the pointer on the knurled ring B - Mileage recorder with double meter (A) is opposite the symbol O, the exter- display (total and trip) LIGHTS SWITCH (fig. 4) nal lights are switched off. C - Check panel The device and services controlled by Sidelights...
  • Page 263 DASHBOARD LIGHTING FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH AND Circuit breaker is located on the left side of the boot, inside a box directly set and ADJUSTMENT (fig. 5) CIRCUIT BREAKER connected to the battery positive terminal. When the outside lights are on, the The car is fitted with two safety switch- dashboard lighting is adjusted turning but- es that come into operation in the case of...
  • Page 264 DEACTIVATING THE FRONT WARNING WARNING PASSENGER’S AIR BAG Operate the switch only SERIOUS DAN- (fig. 7) when the engine is not GER: The car is Should it be absolutely necessary to car- running and the ignition key is re- fitted with an Air bag on the pas- ry a child on the front seat, the passen- senger's side.
  • Page 265: Bonnet

    – Pull the lever (A-fig. 8) until the bonnet clicks open. failures, if any. Stop the car and IMPORTANT Bonnet raising is aided contact Alfa Romeo Authorized by two gas springs. Do not tamper with Services to have the system these springs and always accompany the WARNING checked.
  • Page 266: Fuses And Relays In The Control Unit

    FUSES AND RELAYS In the upper part of the control unit A - Switch discharge relay there is a pincer (C-fig. 11) for remov- IN THE CONTROL B - Direction indicator/hazard warning ing fuses. light flashing device UNIT At the sides of the control unit there are C - Headlight washer timer.
  • Page 267: Alphabetical Index

    Cutting out the siren ....25 Warnings ........140 Battery maintenance ....222 Alfa Romeo CODE system ....16 Accessories purchased by the owner ..156 Starting with an auxiliary battery ..194 Alfa Romeo I.C.S. system (controls on Additional heater......88 steering wheel)......14 Before moving off ......136 Maintenance........89 Body maintenance......228 Annual Inspection Programme ..206...
  • Page 268 Brakes Controls ..........90 Child safety device (doors) ....30 Checking the fluid level & topping up ..219 Cigar lighter ........105 Controls on steering wheel (Alfa Romeo I.C.S. system)......14 Handbrake ........93 Cleaning and maintenance Correct use of the car......133 Servo brake ......140 Body ........228...
  • Page 269 Electronic alarm system ....22 Closing/opening from inside ..29 Checking the level & topping up ..217 Cutting out the siren ....25 Closing/opening from outside ..28 Temperature gauge and warning light ..74 Electronic automatic gearbox Remote control......17-22 (Sportronic) ........93 Engine lock (Alfa Romeo CODE) ..21...
  • Page 270 Engine oil Gas discharge headlights ....167 Fuel tank cap ......127 Checking the level ......214 Halogen bulb headlights ....171 Fuel flap ........91 Consumption......238 Front roof lamp......106 Fuel oil filter Filling ........238-268 Changing bulbs ......181 Water purge ......222 Topping up ........215 Front seats ........31 Fuel reserve ........73 Engine oil consumption ....238 Fuses and relays ....186-266...
  • Page 271 Inside rear-view mirror ......36 Aiming for rh/lh drive ....115 andbrake lever ......92 Instrument panel ......68-260 Changing bulbs (gas discharge Hazard warning lights ......90 Interior equipment......102 headlights)........167 Headlamp washer ......62 Interior maintenance ......231 Changing bulbs (halogen bulb Headlamps........113 headlights)........172 Aiming device ......92 "Follow me home"...
  • Page 272 Power steering oil Refuelling ......125-238 umber plate lights Checking & topping up the level..218 Relay ..........186 Changing bulbs ......179 Power windows ......38 In control box ......187 Front doors........38 In engine compartment ....188 ddments compartments..103-104 Rear doors ........39 In luggage compartment....190 Oddment compartment light Protection under the engine ....214 Remote control ......17-22...
  • Page 273 Steering lock ........27 Telephone (provision) ....107 General cautions about use ....43 Steering system controls Third stop light (bulb change) ..180 (Alfa Romeo I.C.S. system) ..14 Height adjustment ......41 Tow hook ......153-154 Steering wheel (adjustment lever)..36 Maintenance........44 Towing the car or another vehicle..196 Stop lights Pre-tensioners ......42...
  • Page 274 Wheels Windscreen wiper blades seful accessories ......156 Changing the blades ....227 Balancing ........146 Practical advice ......142 Practical advice ......143 DC and ASR systems ....120 Wing mirrors ........37 Replacement......159 Practical advice....141-142 Winter driving........139 Snow chains ......147 Vehicle data plates ......234 Spare wheel ......247 Vehicle dimensions ......236 Tyre inflation pressure ....249 Vehicle identification ......234...
  • Page 275 ® ® Always ask your mechanic for...
  • Page 276 Specific Selenia formulation for Alfa Romeo. SELENIA RACING SELENIA WR This lubricant has been developed as a result of Oil spccifically designed for common rail Multijet engines.
  • Page 277 NOTES...
  • Page 280 Only use unleaded petrol with no less than 95 R.O.N. Only use Diesel fuel for motor vehicles that meet European Specification EN590. AFTER SALES ASSISTENZA TECNICA - INGEGNERIA ASSISTENZIALE Viale Alfa Romeo 20020 Arese (MI) - Italia Alfa1 66 Fiat Auto S.p.A. Publication no. 60431353 - 4...

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