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  • Page 1 Alfa 159 cop. LUM GB:Alfa 159 cop. LUM GB 7-04-2010 11:19 Pagina 1   ENGLISH ALFA OWNER HANDBOOK Alfa Services...
  • Page 2 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 organization is at your ser- vice for any assistance problems you may have.
  • Page 3 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:47 Pagina 2   MUST BE READ! REFUELLING Petrol engines : only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95. Diesel engines : only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused.
  • Page 4 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:47 Pagina 3   ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), contact Al- fa Romeo Authorized Services. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s elec- tric system can support the required load.
  • Page 5 Not all the models described in this booklet are available in all countries. Only some of the fittings described in this booklet are fitted as standard to the car. The list of available accessories should be requested from the Alfa Romeo...
  • Page 6 The texts, illustrations and specifications given in this booklet refer to the car at the time of going to press. As part of our ongoing striving to improve our products, Alfa Romeo may introduce technical changes during production, there fore the specifications and fittings may be altered without prior notice.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CEILING LIGHTS ..........78 INSTRUMENT PANEL ......... 8 CONTROLS ............81 SYMBOLS ............9 INTERIOR FITTINGS..........83 ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM ....... 9 SUNROOF ............93 ELECTRONIC KEY ..........11 DOORS ............96 ALARM ............17 POWER WINDOWS ........... 99 IGNITION DEVICE..........

  • Page 8: Dashboard

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 7   DASHBOARD fig. 1 A0 E0 05 6 m 1. Adjustable swivel side air vents - 2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents - 3. External lights control lever - 4. In- strument panel - 5 . Driver’s air bag and horn - 6.

  • Page 9: Instrument Panel

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 8   INSTRUMENT PANEL A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display hcmWarning lights on diesel versions only On diesel versions the rev counter fig. 2 - Versions with multifunction display A0 E03 1 2m end scale value is at 6000 rpm.
  • Page 10 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 9   A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display fig. 3/a - 1750 TURBO BENZINA versions with multifunction display A0 E08 7 0m A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B.

  • Page 11: Symbols

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 10   ALFA ROMEO SYMBOLS CODE SYSTEM Special coloured labels have been at- tached near or actually on some of the To further protect you car from theft, it components of your car. These labels...

  • Page 12: Electronic Key

    If the code has not been recognised cor-new keys, up to a maximum of eight, flashing (on certain versions a rectly, the warning light turns on (on apply solely to Alfa Romeo Authorized dedicated message is dis- certain versions a dedicated message...

  • Page 13: Electronic Key

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 12   ELECTRONIC KEY CODE CARD (for versions/markets, where provided) The CODE card fig. 5 delivered with the keys, contains the mechanical codeA and the electronic one B. fig. 5 fig. 6 A0E 00 23 m A0 E00 2 1m The code numbers on the CODE card ELECTRONIC KEY fig.
  • Page 14 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 13   The electronic key fig. 7 is fitted with a metal insert A, that can be extracted by pressing button B. The metal insert operates the following: central door locking/unlocking through the driver's door lock (with run-down car battery only the driver's door will open);...
  • Page 15 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 14   SAFE LOCK DEVICE (for versions/markets, where provided) This safety system inhibits the operation of the car door handles. The safe lock device represents top pro- tection against break in attempts. Acti- vate it each time you park the car.
  • Page 16 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 15   Device activation is signalled by three WARNIN G flashes of the led on the driver’s door If the car battery is panel and, only if activated by pressing down, the safe lock de- the electronic key button Á, of direction vice can be activated only us- indicators.
  • Page 17 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 16   The main functions that can be activated with the electronic key or with the emergency metals insert are the following: Doors, Doors, Window Window Safe lock Tailgate tailgate tailgate and sunroof and sunroof (for versions/ opening...

  • Page 18: Alarm

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 17   ALARM Depending on the markets, the trigger- ing of the alarm will activate the siren (for versions/markets, and the hazard warning lights (for about where provided) 26 seconds). The methods of operation and the number of cycles may vary de- pending on the versions/markets.
  • Page 19 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 18   Surveillance HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM When the system has been turned on, the led A-fig. 12 will flash to indicate Press button Ë. The system will react as that the system is in the surveillance follows (with the exception of certain mode.

  • Page 20: Ignition Device

    (for ex- car is facing downhill, reverse. ample during an attempted Never leave children unat- break-in) have it checked over tended in the car. by Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- vices before travelling again.
  • Page 21 (on certain versions to- gether with a message on the display), check whether the electronic key is the proper one and then try to refit it into the ignition device. If the problem per- sists contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- vices.

  • Page 22: Instruments

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 21   INSTRUMENTS STEERING COLUMN LOCK ed) (or as an alternative, on certain ver- sions, a symbol and a message are dis- played). In this event contact Alfa Engaging Romeo Authorized Services. REV. COUNTER The steering column lock will engage 5 seconds after removing the electron- IMPORTANT If after trying to turn on Rev counter shows engine rpm.
  • Page 23 1 - tank full (see the indications given IMPORTANTRefuelling shall always Alfa Romeo Authorized Services . in paragraph “At the filling station"). be performed with engine off. Failing to...
  • Page 24 Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. IMPORTANTThe pointer can reach the red area also for a sum of un- favourable conditions, i.e.: slow speed,...
  • Page 25 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 24   MANUAL INSTRUMENT AUTOMATIC INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER PANEL LIGHT DIMMER With this function it is possible to adjust T o give max. visibility and comfort un- on 8 levels the light intensity of the indi- d er whatever driving conditions (e.g.: cations given on the instrument panel dis- lights on in daylight, tunnels, etc…), play, sound system display (for ver- the speedometer is fitted with a sensor...

  • Page 26: Multifunction Display

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 25   MULTIFUNCTION INFORMATION ABOUT CAR CONDITIONS (at event) DISPLAY õ Scheduled servicing (symbol (for versions/markets, D-fig. 22 ). where provided) Instrument panel light dimmer. The “Multifunction display” shows all Symbol of possible presence of ice on the useful information necessar y when the road (symbol E-fig.
  • Page 27 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 26   “SETUP MENU” Speed limit (SPEED BEEP) There is also a “Setup Menu” enabling With this function it is possible to set the to perform the adjustments and/or set- car speed limit (km/h or mph) which, tings described on the following pages if exceeded, automatically sounds a by pressing button MENU and +/ –...
  • Page 28 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 27   Clock (TIME REG) Failure/warning buzzer To set the speed limit, proceed as fol- volume (BUZZ) lows: This function enables to adjust the clock. press button MENU until selecting With this function the volume of the To adjust the clock proceed as follows: SPEED BEEP : the display will show buzzer accompanying any fail-...
  • Page 29 “Checking levels” in section “Car km/mi to go before car servicing. Con- maintenance”). tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to carr y out any service operation provid-IMPORTANTProper engine oil level ed by the Service schedule or by the An- s hall be checked with the car on level nual inspection plan, and to reset the ground.
  • Page 30 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 29   MESSAGES DISPLAYED ILLUMINATION OF REV Once on, the NIGHT PAN function can be deactivated as follows: AT STARTING COUNTER/INSTRUMENTS (NIGHT PAN) by long press on button + (also with After the engine oil level, the display will external lights off);...

  • Page 31: Reconfigurable Multifunction Display

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 30   RECONFIGURABLE INFORMATION ABOUT CAR CONDITIONS (at event) MULTIFUNCTION Scheduled servicing; DISPLAY Trip computer; (for versions/markets, where provided) Instrument panel light dimmer; Engine oil level; The “Reconfigurable multifunction dis- IMPORTANTWhen opening one of fig.
  • Page 32 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 31   Selecting an option of the main CONTROL BUTTONS menu without submenu: MENU briefly press button MENUto select the main menu option to set; Short push on button : to confirm the required option and/or to go to next operate buttons + or –...
  • Page 33 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 32   Selecting an option of the main Selecting “Date” and “Clock”: ENGINE OIL LEVEL menu with submenu: INDICATION briefly press button MENUto select briefly press button MENUto display the first value to change (e.g. hours/ Fitting the electronic key into the igni- the first submenu option;...
  • Page 34 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 33   Briefly press button MENU to access navigation from the standard screen. To surf the menu press buttons+ or – . For safety rea- sons, when the car is running, it is possible to access only the reduced menu (for setting “Speed limit”). When the car is stationary access to the whole menu is enabled.
  • Page 35 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 34   Speed limit IMPORTANTThe possible setting is Automatic headlight daylight between 30 and 250 km/h (or be- sensor (Light Sens.) With this function it is possible to set the tween 20 and 150 mph) depending on (for versions/markets, car speed limit (km/h or mph) which, the unit set previously (see paragraph where provided) if exceeded, automatically sounds a...
  • Page 36 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 35   Setting the clock (Clock) IMPORTANTEver y press (pulse) on Clock mode (Mode 12/24) the button+/ – increases/decreases by This function enables to set the clock. This function is used to set the clock in one unit.
  • Page 37 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 36   Setting the date (Date) Audio Info Repetition To activate/deactivate ( O N/ OFF ) in- (Audio Rpt.) fo displaying proceed as follows: This function enables to update the date (for versions/markets, (year - month - day).
  • Page 38 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 37   Independent boot unlocking Driver’s door unlocking Automatic central door locking (Indep. Boot) (Unlock Fda) (Door lock) With this function it is possible to unlock W ith this function it is possible to unlock When activated ( ON), this function the boot independently from doors.
  • Page 39 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 38   Units Consumption Temperature With this function it is possible to set the I f the distance unit set is km (see pre- This function enables to set the tem- units for distance covered (km or mi), vious paragraph) the display will enableperature unit (°C or °F). fuel consumption (l/100 km, km/l or to set the fuel consumption unit (l/100 To set the required unit proceed as fol- mpg) and temperature (°C or °F).
  • Page 40 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 39   Selecting the language Adjusting the failure/warning Adjusting the button volume (Language) buzzer volume (Beep Vol.) (Keys Vol.) Display messages can be shown in the With this function the volume of the With this function the volume of the following languages: Italian, English, buzzer accompanying any fail- roger-beep accompanying the activation...
  • Page 41 MENU. number of km/mi to go before car ser- vicing. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- vices to carry out any service operation provided by the Service schedule or by the Annual inspection plan, and to reset the...
  • Page 42 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 41   TRIP COMPUTER General features The “Trip computer” displays information (with electronic key fitted into ignition device) relating to the operating status of the car. This function comprises the “Trip A” concerning the “complete mission” of the car (journey) and “Trip B” concern- ing the partial mission of the car;...
  • Page 43 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 42   The “Trip A” displays the figures relating Values displayed The display will show “- - - -“ in the fol- lowing cases: Average consumption Average consumption value lower than 50 km (30mi); Represents the indicative average of con- car left parked with engine running Current consumption...
  • Page 44 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 43   New mission (reset) Reset can be: “manual” reset is performed by the driver by pressing button T RIP ; “automatic” reset is performed when the trip distance reaches 9999.9 km (or mi), when travel time reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes) fig.
  • Page 45 001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 44   Briefly press button TRIPto select the Start of journey procedure Reset Trip B two Trip computer modes; use button (reset) As concerns the Trip B values, it is pos- - to scroll the options at the top of the Trip A and Trip B reset are independent.

  • Page 46: Seats

    001-045 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:48 Pagina 45   SEATS MANUALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS fig. 31 WARNI NG Only make adjustments fig. 30 A0E0 0 53 m when the car is sta- On versions fitted with T.P.M.S. system tionary. (Tyre pressure Monitoring System) (see paragraph “T.P.M.S.
  • Page 47 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 46   WARNIN G Once you have re- leased the lever, check that the seat is firmly locked in the runners by trying to move it back and forth. Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving sud- denly and the driver losing fig.
  • Page 48 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 47   Seat controls are the Storing driver’s seat/door following: mirror positions Multifunction control A: Buttons Callows to store and recall three different driver’s seat and door mirror po- – front seat height adjustment; sitions.

  • Page 49: Head Restraints

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 48   HEAD RESTRAINTS FRONT HEAD RESTRAINTS Head restraints are adjustable in height and they lock automatically in the re- quired position. To adjust height proceed as follows: fig. 34 fig. 35 A0E 04 73 m A0 E04 7 9m to raise: raise the head restraint un- REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS...

  • Page 50: Steering Wheel

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 49   STEERING WHEEL WARNI NG Any adjustment of the steering wheel position The steering wheel can be adjusted both must be carried out only with axially and in height. the car stationary and the en- Release the lever A-fig.

  • Page 51: Rearview Mirrors

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 50   REARVIEW MIRRORS DRIVING MIRROR The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes it to be released in the event of a violent crash. fig. 37 fig. 39 A0E 01 35 m A0 E00 3 6m Using leverA-fig.
  • Page 52 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 51   Electrically folding of the Storing the “parking” mirror (only versions with 4 position of the door mirror power windows) on the passenger side (for versions/markets, On versions equipped with electric seats, where provided) when engaging reverse for parking to When required (for example when the improve visibility the driver can adjust...
  • Page 53 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 52   Together with the passenger door mir- Recalling the passenger door Automatic door mirror ror “parking” position, also the driver mirror “parking” position realignment seat position and the driver door mirror Proceed as follows: fit the electronic key E ach time the electronic key is fitted in- will be stored.

  • Page 54: Climate Control System

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 53   CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM A0 E02 2 0m fig. 41 1 Upper vent -2 Adjustable and swivel central vents - 3 Adjustable and swivel side vents - 4 Lower vents for rear seats - 5 Adjustable and swivel air vents for rear seats (for versions/markets, where provided) - 6 Lower vents for front seats - 7 Windscreen and front windows demisting/defrosting vents.
  • Page 55 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 54   fig. 42 fig. 44 fig. 45 A0E0 0 14 m A0E 00 57 m A0 E00 6 7m UPPER VENT fig. 44 The vent has an opening/closing con- trol. O = Completely closed I = Completely open WINDSCREEN AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW DEMISTING/...

  • Page 56: Manual Climate Control System

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 55   MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided) CONTROLS fig. 47 A - Air temperature knob (mixing warm and cold air); B - Air distribution knob; C - Fan speed knob; D - Heated rear window and door mir- rors defrosting on/off button;...
  • Page 57 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 56   WARMING THE PASSENGER QUICK WINDSCREEN HEATED REAR WINDOW COMPARTMENT AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW AND DOOR MIRROR DEMISTING/DEFROSTING DEMISTING/DEFROSTING Proceed as follows: (MAX-DEF function) Press button ( to activate the demist- turn knob A to the required temper- ing/defrosting function: when this func- Press button -: the button leds -,...
  • Page 58 However, it is Before summer, have the system Proceed as follows: better not to use it for long periods, es- checked at Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- turn knob A completely leftwards; pecially if there are several people in the vices.

  • Page 59: Automatic Two-/Three-Zone Climate Control System

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 58   AUTOMATIC TWO-/ compressor activation; air recirculation. THREE-ZONE The following parameters and functions CLIMATE CONTROL can be set or changed manually: SYSTEM required temperature; (for versions/markets, fan speed; where provided) air distribution on seven levels ; fig.
  • Page 60 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 59   TWO-ZONE controls fig. 49 A - air distribution buttons (on driver and passenger side); B - temperature adjustment knob on dri- ver side; C - automatic operation button (AUTO); D - climate control data display; E - temperature adjustment knob on passenger side;...
  • Page 61 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 60   THREE-ZONE controls fig. 50 Front controls A - air distribution buttons (driver and pas- senger side); B - temperature adjustment knob on driver side; C - automatic operation button (AUTO); D - climate control data display; E - temperature adjustment knob on passen- ger side;...
  • Page 62 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 61   SWITCHING THE CLIMATE AIR TEMPERATURE HI function (HIGH) (maximum heating power) CONTROL SYSTEM ON ADJUSTMENT KNOBS It is switched on by setting a tempera- The system can be turned on by press- Turning the knob knurled rings ( B/ ture of more than 32°C on the display, ing any button (excluding (, v and E / P), clockwise or counter-clockwise,...
  • Page 63 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 62   This function should not be ac- LO (LOW) function With the function switched on, howev- tivated when the engine is cold, (highest cooling power) er, all the manual settings can be made. To switch the function off, you only need to prevent air not warm enough It is switched on by setting a tempera-...
  • Page 64 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 63   AUTOMATIC OPERATION AUTO will also go off if the system (spe- FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT cially when compressor is turned off (AUTO BUTTON) Press buttons +/ – to increase or to de- manually) cannot reach or cannot keep crease the fan speed.
  • Page 65 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 64   QUICK FRONT WINDOW The MAX-DEF function activates the fol- IMPORTANT If the engine is not lowing operations: warm enough, the function will not en- DEMISTING/DEFROSTING gage the predefined fan speed imme- (MAX-DEF function) rear panel turning off (for ver- diately, to limit the flow to the passen-...
  • Page 66 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 65   HEATED REAR WINDOW CLIMATE CONTROL Temperature detection (compressor off and outside temperature higher than set AND DOOR MIRROR COMPRESSOR ON/OFF temperature) is activated each time the DEMISTING/DEFROSTING Press button to turn the compressor electronic key is fitted into the ignition on: when climate control compressor is Press button ( to activate the demist- device.
  • Page 67 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 66   AIR DISTRIBUTION A Splitting of the air flow between Rear seat Three-zone configuration controls SELECTION S windscreen and front side window demisting/defrosting vents and the Pressing buttons A/S (rear controls) Front seat Two-zone/ lower part of the passenger com- you can manually choose one of the 3 Three-zone configuration...
  • Page 68 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 67   AIR RECIRCULATION AND IMPORTANTThe inside air recircula- In certain weather con- tion system makes it possible to reach AQS FUNCTION (AIR ditions (e.g. outside the required heating or cooling condi- QUALITY SYSTEM) temperature around tions faster.
  • Page 69 (for about 1 minute) to change air Have the conditions of the filter checked inside the passenger compartment, re- by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services at gardless of outside air pollution level. least once a year, preferably at the on- set of summer.

  • Page 70: Additional Heater

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 69   ADDITIONAL SWITCHING THE CLIMATE Pressing button OFF on the rear control will display the wording OFF on the rear CONTROL SYSTEM OFF HEATER (diesel display and will stop air flow to rear Press OFF button.

  • Page 71: External Lights

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 70   EXTERNAL LIGHTS Direction indicators Push the stalk to (stable) position: up: to turn the right-hand direction LEFT-HAND STALK fig. 51 indicator on; The left-hand stalk control almost all ex- down : to turn the left-hand direction ternal lights.

  • Page 72: Follow Me Home Device

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:22 Pagina 71   “FOLLOW ME HOME” AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS Deactivation DEVICE SENSOR (daylight sensor) As a result of the sensor control, the (for versions/markets, dipped beam headlights will switch off This function allows the illumination of where provided) and, after a few seconds, sidelights will the space in front of the car for a pre-...
  • Page 73 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 72   Parking lights With instrument panel off they turn on by pressing button C. When pressing the button a buzzer will sound and the in- strument panel warning light 3 will turn on. Press the button again to turn the lights off.

  • Page 74: Window Washing

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 73   WINDOW WASHING Never use the window wiper to remove ice or snow from the wind- RIGHT-HAND STALK screen. In these conditions, the wiper is submitted to excessive Right-hand stalk f ig. 54 controls wind- effort that results in motor pro- screen washer/wiper operation.
  • Page 75 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 74   “Smart washing” function Turning the knurled ring A -fig. 54 it is possible to increase the sensitivity of Pulling the lever towards the steering the rain sensor, obtaining a quicker wheel (unstable position) operates the change from stationary (no wiping) windscreen washer.
  • Page 76 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 75   IMPORTANTIn the event of rain sen- Rain sensor shall be de- sor failure, windscreen wiper operation activated when washing with right-hand stalk at 1-fig. 54 shall the car at automatic car- be intermittent.

  • Page 77: Cruise Control

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 76   CRUISE CONTROL TO MEMORISE SPEED (for versions/markets, Proceed as follows: where provided) turn the knurled ring A-fig. 57 to Ü and press the accelerator pedal to the required speed; GENERAL push the stalk upwards ( +) or down- The speed regulator ( C RUISE CON- wards (–...
  • Page 78 Each operation of the stalk will corre- key from the ignition device. In this device; spond to a slight increase in speed event contact Alfa Romeo Authorized (about 1.5 km/h), while keeping the Services. stalk upwards will correspond to a con-...

  • Page 79: Ceiling Lights

    A-fig. 57 after a few minutes. To turn them on to O and contact Alfa Romeo Keeping pressed button B will turn off again, open another door or close and...
  • Page 80 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 79   In the following table are summarised the causes that make front/rear ceiling lights turn on/off and their turning on/off mode: Cause Front and rear ceiling lights turning on/off mode Opening one of the front/rear doors Central front light and rear light turning on for a few minutes.
  • Page 81 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 80   DOOR PUDDLE LIGHTS The door light will turn on when open- ing the door regardless of the electron- ic key position. It will stay on for about 3 minutes when the door is open, then it will go off automatically.

  • Page 82: Controls

    046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 81   CONTROLS WARNI NG WARNI NG If, after a crash, you If central door locking smell fuel or see leaks has been activated POWER SUPPLY AND FUEL from the fuel system, do not from inside the car and after a CUT-OFF SWITCHES reset the switches to avoid...
  • Page 83 046-082 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 14:23 Pagina 82   fig. 61 fig. 62 fig. 63 A0E0 2 21 m A0E 01 26 m A0 E00 7 1m Resetting the fuel cut-off Resetting the power supply The switch is located inside the fuse box switch cut-off switch at battery positive terminal.

  • Page 84: Interior Fittings

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 83   INTERIOR FITTINGS CENTRAL ARMREST The central armrest is located between the front seats. Inside the armrest are housed an oddment compartment and an air-conditioned food box (where pro- vided) (see next paragraphs). fig.
  • Page 85 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 84   fig. 67 fig. 69 fig. 70 A0E0 1 42 m A0E 01 46 m A0 E01 9 9m REAR ARMREST WITH ODDMENT COMPARTMENT (for versions/markets, where provided) To use the central armrest B-fig. 69 , take it from tab A and then lower it.
  • Page 86 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 85   fig. 72 fig. 74 fig. 75 A0E0 1 47 m A0E 01 49 m A0 E00 3 1m GLOVE COMPARTMENT CIGAR LIGHTER To open the glove compartment use lever Front cigar lighter A-fig.
  • Page 87 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 86   Do not plug electric ac- cessories with absorption exceeding the max. spec- ified value. Prolonged current ab- sorption could drain the battery and impair next engine start up. fig. 76 fig. 77 A0E0 1 52 m A0E 00 68 m Press button B-fig.
  • Page 88 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 87   fig. 78 fig. 79 fig. 80 A0E0 1 40 m A0E 01 53 m A0 E01 0 1m ASHTRAY Rear ashtray (for versions/markets, It is located on the central console, be- where provided) tween front seats.
  • Page 89 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 88   fig. 82 fig. 84 fig. 85 A0E0 1 97 m A0E 01 54 m A0 E01 0 2m ODDMENTS COMPARTMENTS To use the mirror open cover A-fig. 85 . fig. 84 (for versions/markets, where provided) Mirror lights will turn on automatically...
  • Page 90 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 89   HOMELINK Proceed as follows: (for versions/markets, 1) press and keep pressed the outer but- where provided) tons (A and C): 20 seconds after led D will start flashing. Release both buttons; NOTEThis operation clears the stan- DESCRIPTION dard codes programmed by the manu-...
  • Page 91 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 90   The distance required between the HOW TO USE THE SYNCHRONISING portable remote control and the Home- HOMELINK SYSTEM ALTERNATE CODES Link depends on the system to be pro- The HomeLink remote control activatesTo ascertain whether your garage door grammed (type of frequency of main the operation of the garage door mo- motor or gate motor is provided with an...
  • Page 92 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 91   HomeLink can only work if the pro- Proceed as follows: RE-PROGRAMMING ONE grammed alternate code is synchronised SINGLE BUTTON find the set-up button on the upper with the system of the device (garage side of the garage door/gate motor.
  • Page 93 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 92   The distance required between the CLEARING THE TECHNICAL DATA FOR THE portable remote control and the Home- PROGRAMMED BUTTONS ASSISTANCE SERVICE Link depends on the system to be pro- You are recommended to clear the If after following the previous instruc- grammed (type of frequency of main HomeLink programming before selling tions you are still unable to set the...

  • Page 94: Sunroof

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 93   SUNROOF WARNI NG (for versions/markets, When leaving the car, where provided) the ignition key should be removed to prevent the sunroof from being operated The sunroof consists of a moving pane inadvertently and harming sliding horizontally and retractable.
  • Page 95 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 94   SUNROOF CLOSING Sunroof sliding by pressing the electronic key button Ë can be stopped by operat- Turn selector A -fig. 87 counter-clock- ing selector A -fig. 87 (by changing its wise. position or pressing it).
  • Page 96 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 95   ANTI-CRUSHING SAFETY SUNROOF INITIALISATION SYSTEM PROCEDURE The anti-crushing safety system fitted on After disconnecting the battery or failing the front curtain outline is active during the protection fuse, the sunroof shall be horizontal closing (front edge) and ver- “initialised”...

  • Page 97: Doors

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 96   DOORS Through the “Setup menu” (or the Ra- dionavigation system for certain versions) it is possible to activate the function that CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING/ enables to unlock only the driver’s door UNLOCKING SYSTEM lock by pressing the electronic key button Ë...
  • Page 98 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 97   Button q is disabled after door locking IMPORTANTEach device acts only carried out by operating the remote con- on the relevant door. trol, the driver's door revolving plug, or IMPORTANTAlways use this device by automatic door locking after about when transporting children.
  • Page 99 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 98   DOOR LOCKING WITH RUN IMPORTANTAs concerns rear doors, with child lock device on and the previ- DOWN BATTERY ously described locking active, operat- If the car batter y is run down, to lock ing the internal door handle will not the doors proceed as described in the open the door but will only realign door-...

  • Page 100: Power Windows

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 99   POWER WINDOWS IMPORTANTIn the event the anti- dows and the sunroof (for versions/ crushing function is activated 5 times in markets, where provided) a t the only 1 minute or in the event of a fail- same time.
  • Page 101 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 100   C (for versions/markets, where pro- Improper use of the vided) – rear left window open- power windows can be ing/closing; “automatic continuous” dangerous. Before and mode operation during window open- during its operation ensure that ing/closing;...

  • Page 102: Boot

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 101   BOOT Tailgate opening is facilitated by the side gas shock springs. Opening the boot its internal light will The boot lock is electric and it is dis- turn on and it will turn off automati- abled when the car is running.
  • Page 103 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 102   IMPORTANTAfter disconnecting the OPENING BY REMOTE battery or failing the protection fuse, the CONTROL tailgate locking/unlocking mechanism Press the electronic key button `. shall be “initialised” again, proceed as Opening is indicated by double flashing follows: of direction indicators.
  • Page 104 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 103   TAILGATE CLOSING WARNI NG Lower the tailgate pressing the lock un- When using the boot, til hearing the locking click. make sure the loads do not exceed the permitted IMPORTANTIf the option for ”Indep. weight (see “Technical specifi- boot”...
  • Page 105 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 104   TO RETURN THE REAR SEAT WARNI NG BACK TO ITS ORIGINAL If you want to carry POSITION reserve fuel in a can, follow law regulations, only Move aside the seat belts, check that using a certified can, suitably they are not twisted.

  • Page 106: Bonnet

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:08 Pagina 105   BONNET Improper bonnet closing is indicated (on certain versions) by the instrument pan- el warning light ´ (where provided), or by symbol S and a message on the TO OPEN THE BONNET display (see section “Warning lights and Proceed as follows: messages”).

  • Page 107: Roof Rack/Ski Rack

    Con- tightened. tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have the headlights properly adjusted. IMPORTANT Never exceed the max. Distribute the load even- permissible loads (see section “”Tech-...
  • Page 108 A is not present. FRONT FOG LIGHT coming vehicles, proceed as follows: ADJUSTMENT remove headlight cover (see para- graph “Dipped beam headlights” in Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services section “In an emergency”); to have the headlights correctly adjusted. move lever A-fig. 102 aside;...

  • Page 109: Abs System

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 108   ABS SYSTEM ABS SYSTEM WARNI NG INTERVENTION The ABS exploits the tyre-road grip at the The car is fitted with ABS braking sys- The driver can tell the ABS system has best, but it cannot improve it;...
  • Page 110 Drive extremely sions equipped with VDC system in the the aid of the ABS system. carefully to the closest Alfa Romeo Au- event of VDC system failure, indicated Drive carefully to the closest Alfa Romeo thorized Services to have the system by the turning on of warning light á...

  • Page 111: Vdc System

    In this case con- It is signalled by the blinking of the turn on again automatically. tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser vices as warning light á on the instrument pan- soon as possible.
  • Page 112 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 111   HILL HOLDER SYSTEM WARNIN G WARNI NG (for versions/markets, Performance of the During the use of the where provided) VDC system, in terms space-saver spare of active safety should not in- wheel for versions/markets, This system is an integral part of the VDC duce the driver to take point-...
  • Page 113 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 112   This time elapsing without starting, the Failure warnings ASR SYSTEM system will deactivate automatically by (AntiSlip Regulation) System failure is indicated by the turn- releasing gradually the brake force. ing on of warning light * (where pro- This system is an integral part of the VDC At releasing, the typical brake disen- vided) on the instrument panel (on cer- system, it controls car drive and cuts in gagement noise indicating that the car tain versions together with the dedicat- automatically every time one or both dri-...
  • Page 114 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 113   The action of the ASR is particularly help- Switching the ASR system WARNI NG ful in the following circumstances: on/off The performance of the slipping of the inner wheel due to the ASR turns on automatically when turn- system, in terms of ac- effect of dynamic load changes or ex-...
  • Page 115 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 114   Failure warnings MSR system (engine braking WARNI NG torque control) In the event of malfunctioning, the ASR For correct operation of system is automatically disconnected It is an integral part of the ASR system the ASR system, the and on versions fitted with “Reconfig- that in case of sudden gear shifting, cuts...

  • Page 116: Eobd System

    IMPORTANT After eliminating the in- convenience, to check the system com- pletely, Alfa Romeo Authorized Services are obliged to run a bench test and, if necessary, road tests which may also call for a long journey.

  • Page 117: Sound System Presetting

    Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- battery warranty can be inval- vices, whose qualified personnel, besides idated.
  • Page 118 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 117   INSTALLATION OF IMPORTANTInstallation of devices RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND resulting in modifications of car charac- CELLULAR TELEPHONES ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC teristics may cause driving license seiz- Radio transceiver equipment (vehicle DEVICES ing by traffic agents and also the lapse mobile phones, CB radios, amateur ra- of the warranty as concerns defects due dio and similar equipment) shall not be...

  • Page 119: Parking Sensors

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 118   PARKING SENSORS Versions with 8 sensors (where provided) Front and rear sensors are automatical- ly activated with electronic key fitted in- to the ignition device when reverse gear Parking sensors inform the driver about is engaged or when pressing the front the presence of obstacles behind the car ceiling light buttonA-fig.
  • Page 120 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 119   The acoustic alarm will stop immediately BUZZER as distance raises. The acoustic alarm is The presence of any obstacle and its dis- constant if the distance measured by tance from the car is indicated by the central sensors is unvaried, whereas if buzzers installed inside the passenger this situation takes place for side sen-...
  • Page 121 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 120   SENSOR DETECTION For proper operation, RANGE the parking sensors shall always be clean from Sensors enable the system to monitor mud, dirt, snow or ice. When the front part (versions with 8 sensors) cleaning the sensors, take the and the rear part of the car.
  • Page 122 FAILURE INDICATIONS ure is stored in order to be then detect- The system control unit checks every ed by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services system component each time the key is at next inspection. fitted into the ignition device. Sensors...

  • Page 123: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

    Due to inflation valve turning the engine off and on again. If special characteristics, use only tyre re- failure persists, the control unit will send p air sealants approved by Alfa Romeo; warning indications to the instrument other sealants could cause system mal- panel only after a few seconds when the functioning.
  • Page 124 Contact Alfa ing light continues to stay on, contact to prevent damages or wrong sensor re- Romeo Authorized Services. Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. fitting, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have tyre and/or rim Strong radio-frequency disturbances Tyre pressure could change according to changed.
  • Page 125 – with others of different size (*) Wheel cross switching – (front/rear) (**) (*) Given as an alternative on the owner's manual and to be found in Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo. (**) Not crossed (tyres shall remain on the same side).

  • Page 126: At The Filling Station

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 125   AT THE FILLING PETROL ENGINES DIESEL ENGINES STATION Use only unleaded petrol. To prevent er- I f the outside temperature is very low, rors, the diameter of the fuel tank filler the diesel thickens due to the formation is too small to introduce a lead petrol of paraffins and could clog the diesel fu- IMPORTANTRefuelling shall always pump filler.
  • Page 127 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 126   FUEL FILLER CAP The car must only be filled with diesel fuel for The fuel filler cap is unlocked when cen- motor vehicles, i n com- tral door locking is off and it is auto- pliance with European Standard matically locked when activating the EN590.

  • Page 128: Protecting The Environment

    083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 127   PROTECTING WARNIN G THE ENVIRONMENT Do not put naked flames or lighted cigarettes near the fuel filler hole as there The devices for curtailing petrol engine is danger of fire. Do not bend emissions are the following: too close to the hole either so as not to breathe in harmful...
  • Page 129 083-128 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 128   DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER Since this filter physically traps particu- WARNIN G lates, it shall be cleaned (reclaimed) at (DPF) (where required) During normal service regular intervals by burning carbon par- the diesel particulate The Diesel Particulate Filter is a me- ticles.
  • Page 130 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 129   S A FETY D EV I CES S A FETY D EV I CES SEAT BELTS ............130 S.B.R. SYSTEM ..........131 PRETENSIONERS ..........132 CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ......135 PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE “UNIVERSAL ISOFIX”CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM..

  • Page 131: Seat Belts

    129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 130   SEAT BELTS USING THE SEAT BELTS The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and rested against the seat back. To fasten seat belts, take the tongue fig. 1 fig. 2 A0 E0 08 3m A0 E0 05 5 m A-fig.

  • Page 132: S.b.r. System

    129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 131   S.B.R. SYSTEM WARNI NG (Seat Belt Reminder) Remember that in the event of a violent colli- sion, back seat passengers not The car is fitted with the S.B.R. system wearing seat belts also repre- (Seat Belt Reminder), consisting of a sent a serious danger for the buzzer which, together with the turning...

  • Page 133: Pretensioners

    Pretensioners should which allows controlled sag in such a Front seat pretensioners activate only be replaced at Alfa Romeo Au- way as to dose the force acting on the if front seat belts are properly fitted in- thorized Services as this date chest and shoulders during the belt re- to buckles.
  • Page 134 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 133   WARNI NG For maximum protec- tion keep the back of your seat upright, lean back in- to it and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips. Make sure that the seat belts of the front and fig.
  • Page 135 7 Always contact Alfa Romeo A0 E01 0 5m it does not appear damaged. Always Authorized Services. replace the seat belts if pretensioners IMPORTANT Never travel with a child have been activated;...

  • Page 136: Carrying Children Safely

    129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 135   CARRYING The results of research on the best childLineaccessori Alfa Romeo offers seats for restraint systems are contained in the each weight group, which are the rec- CHILDREN SAFELY European Standard ECE-R44. This Stan- ommended choice, as they have been...
  • Page 137 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 136   WARNIN G SERIOUS DANGER If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child on the front passenger seat with the cradle child’s seat facing backwards, the front passenger’s air bags (front air bag, knees air bag, fig.
  • Page 138 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 137   WARNIN G Seats exist which are suitable for covering weight groups 0 and 1 with a rear connection to the car belts and their own belts to restrain the child. Due to their size, they can be dangerous if installed in- correctly fastened to the car fig.
  • Page 139 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 138   PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE Your car complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC regulating child’s seat assembling on the different car seats according to the following tables: Front and rear seat (fixed and double seat) SEAT Group Range Front Rear...
  • Page 140 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 139   Below is a summary of the always check the seat belt is well fas- WARNI NG rules of safety to be followed tened by pulling the webbing; With passenger’s air for carrying children: only one child is to be strapped to bag active, never place the recommended position for in-...

  • Page 141: Presetting For Mounting The "Universal Isofix"Child Restraint System

    A0 E0 24 1m A0 E0 19 0 m A-fig.12 , set between rear seat back and cushion. The upper belt (provided At Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo is available with the child's seat) shall be then se- WARNI NG the “Universal Isofix” “Duo Plus” child’s cured to fasteners B -fig.13 set behind...
  • Page 142 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 141   PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSALS ISOFIX CHILD’S SEAT USE The table below, according to ECE 16 European Directive, shows the different installation possibilities of Isofix restraint sys- tems on seats fitted with Universals Isofix fasteners. Range of weight Child’s seat Isofix Isofix position direction size group side rear Group 0 - 0 to 10 kg...

  • Page 143: Front Air Bags

    129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:50 Pagina 142   FRONT AIR BAGS The front air bags (driver and passen- the air bag is not triggered as it offers ger) and knees air bags (driver and pas- no additional protection compared with senger) are not a replacement of but the seat belts, consequently it would The car is fitted with front multistage air complementary to the use of belts,...
  • Page 144 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 143   WARNI NG On cars fitted with front passenger’s air bag deactivation (front air bag, knees air bag (for versions/markets, where provided) and side on seat), these air bags shall be deactivated when placing the fig.
  • Page 145 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 144   fig. 16 fig. 17 fig. 18 A0 E00 7 9m A0 E0 09 2m A0 E0 06 2 m DRIVER’S AND MANUAL DEACTIVATION (for versions/markets, where provided) PASSENGER’S KNEES OF PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG , KNEES AIR BAG AIR BAG (for versions/markets, (for versions/markets, where provided) where provided)

  • Page 146: Side Air Bags (Side Bag - Window Bag)

    129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 145   SIDE AIR BAGS passenger's front air bag and knees air bag (for versions/markets, where (Side bag - provided) and side bag deactivated Window bag) (OFF position F): warning light F on front ceiling light panel on; it is possible to carry a child protect- The car is fitted with front side bags for ed by special restraint systems on the...
  • Page 147 20 and covered by proper finishing. flates it emits a small amount of dusts. only be carried out c/o Alfa Romeo Au- Window bags have been designed for These dusts are harmless and is not the thorized Services. If you are having the protecting the head of front and rear oc- beginning of a fire;...
  • Page 148 Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
  • Page 149 129-148 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 148   WARNIN G WARNI NG WARNI NG Remember that with When the key is fitted The front air bag is trig- the key fitted into the into the ignition device, gered for shocks ignition device and engine off, the warning light F (with pas- greater in magnitude than the...
  • Page 150 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 149   CO R RECT U S E O F TH E CA R CO R RECT U S E O F TH E CA R ENGINE STARTING ..........150 PARKING ............155 USING THE GEARBOX.........

  • Page 151: Engine Starting

    If the engine fails graph “Removing the electronic key from less current absorption from to start, see paragraph “Alfa Romeo the ignition device in an emergency”), draining the batter. CODE system” in section “Dashboard this ensures that the steering column lock and controls”.
  • Page 152 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 151   STARTING PROCEDURE FOR The starter automatically operates until STARTING PROCEDURE FOR the engine starts. PETROL VERSIONS DIESEL VERSIONS With engine off and electronic key in- Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: serted in the ignition device, it is possible Ensure that the handbrake is up;...
  • Page 153 S TART / STOP. In this case contact Alfa Romeo Autho- ble to operate the automatic ignition If after a few attempts the engine does rized Ser vices.
  • Page 154 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 153   Start-up failures HOW TO WARM UP THE STOPPING THE ENGINE ENGINE AFTER IT HAS The system can recognise start-up fail- With car stopped press button START / JUST STARTED ures. STOP . When the engine is off it will be (petrol and diesel engines) possible to remove the electronic key In the event of failure, the electronic key...
  • Page 155 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 154   IMPORTANTTurning the car off will REMOVING THE ELECTRONIC deactivate the electronic safety systems KEY FROM THE IGNITION and turn off the external lights. DEVICE IN AN EMERGENCY IMPORTANTIn the event of engine In the event of a failure at engine switch- locking while the car is running, due to ing off system or at electronic key un- safety reasons it will not be possible to locking system proceed as follows:...

  • Page 156: Parking The Car

    Never leave children un- a few clicks of the handbrake lever. If attended in the car. Al- this is not the case, contact Alfa Romeo ways remove the electronic key Authorized Services to have the hand- from the ignition device when brake adjusted.

  • Page 157: Using The Gearbox

    149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 156   USING THE WARNI NG GEARBOX To change gears prop- erly you must push the clutch pedal fully down. It is The car can be fitted with 6-gear or therefore essential that there 5-gear manual gearbox (1.8 140 HP is nothing under the pedals: version).

  • Page 158: Containing Running Costs

    149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 157   CONTAINING Unnecessary loads Climate control RUNNING COSTS Do not travel with too much luggage The air conditioner is an additional load stowed in the boot. The weight of the which greatly affects the engine leading car (especially when driving in town) to higher consumption.
  • Page 159 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 158   DRIVING STYLE Gear selection CONDITIONS OF USE As soon as the conditions of the traffic Cold starting Starting and road allow, use a higher gear. Us- Do not warm the engine with the car Short journeys and frequent cold starts ing a low gear to obtain brilliant perfor- at a standstill or at idle or high speed:...

  • Page 160: Towing Trailers

    149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 159   TOWING TRAILERS Engage a low gear when driving down- WARNI NG hill, rather than constantly using the The ABS system with brake. which the car may be IMPORTANT NOTES The weight the trailer exerts on the car fitted does not control the tow hook reduces by the same amount trailer braking system.
  • Page 161 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 160   INSTALLING THE TOW HOOK For the electric connection a unified con- Assembly diagram fig. 4 nector should be used which is gener- The towing device should be fastened The structure of the tow-hook must be ally placed on a special bracket normally to the body by specialised personnel ac- fixed in the indicated points with Ø...
  • Page 162 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 161   fig. 4 A0 E0 42 8 m...

  • Page 163: Snow Tyres

    It is therefore necessar y to limit km/h for tyres with “T” their use to the purposes for which they Alfa Romeo Authorized Services will be marking and 210 km/h for are certified. glad to provide advice concerning the tyres with H marking.

  • Page 164: Snow Chains

    149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 163   SNOW CHAINS IMPORTANTSnow chains cannot be WARNI NG fitted to the space-saver spare wheel. Keep your speed down So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured when snow chains are Use of snow chains should be in compli- and chains are needed, a rear wheel fitted.

  • Page 165: Car Inactivity

    149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 164   CAR INACTIVITY clean and protect the painted parts if you don’t disconnect the battery using protective wax; from the electric system, check its charge every month and recharge it clean and protect the shiny metal If the car is to be left inactive for longer if the optical indicator shows a dark parts using special compounds read-...
  • Page 166 165-180 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 165   W A R N I N G LI G HTS A N D M ES S A G ES W A R N I N G LI G HTS A N D M ES S A G ES LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE ON ....

  • Page 167: Low Brake Fluid/Handbrake On

    165-180 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 166   WARNING LIGHTS Very serious failures LOW BRAKE FLUID AND MESSAGES These failures are repeated on the display (red) indefinitely and stop any previous indi- cation on the display. These failures are HANDBRAKE ON repeated each time the key is fitted into GENERAL WARNINGS...

  • Page 168: Seat Belts Not Fastened

    165-180 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 167   < SEAT BELTS NOT The buzzer can be muted temporarily by BRAKE PAD WEAR the following procedure: FASTENED (red) (amber) fasten the front seat belts; The warning light (where pro- The warning light turns on vided) tur n on (on certain versions to- glowing steadily when: fit the electronic key into the ignition de- gether with the message on the display)

  • Page 169: Air Bag Failure

    (front and side). Before cases, they could trigger acci- restarting contact Alfa Romeo dentally. Before restarting con- Authorized Services immedi- tact Alfa Romeo Authorized ately to have the system Services.

  • Page 170: Engine Oil High Temperature

    Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- ing it off. If the warning light comes on, proceed vices.

  • Page 171: Low Battery Charge

    – use of the vehicle prevalently for city driving, are displayed) stays on glowing steadily or oil pressure is low. requiring more frequent regeneration of DPFflashing contact immediately Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services.

  • Page 172: Incomplete Door Locking

    Contact and symbol R (red) are gine. In any case, contact Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon displayed to indicate that boot is Authorized Services as soon as possible. as possible.

  • Page 173: Car Protection System Failure

    Alarm failure played) indicates car protecting system failure: in this event contact Alfa Romeo T he turning on of the warning light Authorized Services as soon as possible. ( where provided) (on certain versions a message is displayed) indicates that Steering lock inhibition there is a failure in the alar m system.

  • Page 174: Possible Presence Of Ice On The Road

    165-180 Alfa 159 GB 16-03-2010 8:23 Pagina 173   POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF ICE This cycle is performed only once when PRE-HEATING the outside temperature read is lower ON THE ROAD GLOW PLUGS than or equal to 3°C and it can be re- (diesel versions - When the outside temperature reaches peated only when outside temperature amber)

  • Page 175: Water In Diesel Fuel Filter

    The warning light turns on glowing tank: turn the engine off imme- steadily when travelling (on certain ver- diately and contact Alfa Romeo sions together with the message on the Authorized Services. display) to indicate that there is water...

  • Page 176: Abs System Failure

    Authorized Services as soon as possible. VDC deactivation Drive with the utmost care to the near- When the VDC is deactivated manually est Alfa Romeo Authorized Service to (pressing the ASR/VDC button for 2 sec- have the system checked. onds) (see paragraph “VDC system” in section “Dashboard and controls”) the...

  • Page 177: Hill Holder Failure

    In the event of a failure the ASR system is deactivated automatically and on ver- sions fitted with “Reconfigurable multi- function display” the symbol V is dis- played. In this case contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible.

  • Page 178: Brake Lights Failure

    165-180 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:09 Pagina 177   BRAKE LIGHTS SIDE/TAILLIGHTS MAIN BEAM FAILURE (green) HEADLIGHTS (blue) (amber) The warning light turns on FOLLOW ME HOME when the main beams are turned on. The warning light (where provided) turns (green) on (on certain versions a message is dis- played) when a failure at brake lights...

  • Page 179: Light Sensor Failure

    RAIN SENSOR flashing when travelling This light coming on is not a car defect and FAILURE (amber) contact Alfa Romeo therefore the car does not need to go to the (for versions/markets, Authorized Services. workshop. A specific message will appear...

  • Page 180: Antipinch System Failure

    “Multifunction Display” or “Re- ommended value which ensures the Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. configurable Multifunction Display” in long life of the tyre and optimum fuel section “Dashboard and controls”).

  • Page 181: Low Inflation Pressure

    (for ver- threshold. sions/markets, where provided) or re- pair the puncture tyre using the proper kit (see paragraph “If a tyre is punctured” in section “In an emergency”) and then contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible.
  • Page 182 In an emergency we recommend that you call the toll-free number found on the Warranty Booklet. You can also connect to the site www.alfaromeo.com to search for the nearest Alfa Romeo Authorized Services point. JUMP STARTING ..........182 IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED ........183 QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO automatic ..........

  • Page 183: Jump Starting

    181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 182   JUMP STARTING Under no circumstances should a battery charger be used to start the en- If the battery is flat, it is possible to start gine: it could damage the elec- the engine using an auxiliary battery tronic systems and in particular with the same capacity or a little high-...

  • Page 184: If A Tyre Is Punctured

    181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 183   IF A TYRE BUMP STARTING WARNI NG IS PUNCTURED Never bump start the engine (by push- Alert other drivers that ing, towing, or coasting downhill) as this the car is stationary in could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic compliance with local regula- For versions/markets, where provided...
  • Page 185 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 184   WARNIN G WARNI NG WARNI NG The space-saver spare When driving with a The jack shall only be wheel (for versions/ space-saver spare used for changing markets, where provided) is wheel fitted, the driving per- wheels on the car with which specific to your car;...
  • Page 186 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 185   WARNIN G Never tamper with the inflation valve. Never place tools between the rim and tyre. Check and restore, if required, the pressure of tyres and spare wheel to the values given in section “Technical Specifications”.
  • Page 187 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 186   fig. 4 fig. 5 fig. 7 A0 E01 3 4m A0 E0 20 6m A0 E0 19 5 m Take out the tool container fig. 4 ; The jack shall be fitted as shown in fig.
  • Page 188 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 187   fig. 8 fig. 9 A0 E0 20 8m A0 E0 04 9 m Operate the device F-fig. 8 to ex- Fit the handle L-fig. 8 to operate Warn anybody nearby that the car is tend the jack until the top of the jack the jack and lift the car until the about to be lifted.
  • Page 189 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 188   REFITTING A NORMAL WHEEL Following the procedure described pre- viously, raise the car and remove the spare wheel. Versions with steel rims Proceed as follows: fig. 10 fig. 11 A0 E02 0 9m A0 E0 21 0m Make sure the contact surfaces be- fit the space-saver spare wheel mak-...
  • Page 190 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 189   When you have finished: Stow the spare wheel in the space provided in the boot; Fit the jack partially open in its con- tainer forcing it lightly to prevent it from vibrating when travelling; Put the tools back into their places in the container;...

  • Page 191: Quick Tyre Repair Kit Fix&Go Automatic

    181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 190   QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO automatic The car is provided with the quick tyre repair kit “FIX&GO automatic”, instead of the traditional tool kit and space-saver spare wheel. fig. 14 fig. 15 A0 E0 11 4m A0 E0 04 8 m The kitfig.
  • Page 192 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 191   It should be noticed that: WARNIN G WARNI NG The sealing fluid of the quick tyre re- Hand the instruction The cylinder contains pair kit is effective with external tem- brochure to the per- ethylene glycol.
  • Page 193 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 192   WARNIN G The compressor shall not be operated for more than 20 minutes. Risk of overheating!. Tyres repaired with the quick tyre repair kit shall be used temporarily only. fig. 16 fig.
  • Page 194 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 193   after reaching the tyre pressure spec- ified in paragraph “Wheels” in sec- tion “Technical Specifications”, start driving immediately; WARNI NG Apply the sticker in a fig. 19 fig. 20 A0 E02 1 3m A0 E0 21 7m visible position for the driver to indicate that the tyre...
  • Page 195 1.8 bar, stop the car since the tyre is excessively damaged and the quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go automatic cannot guarantee suitable sealing, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. fig. 21 fig. 22 A0 E0 21 5m A0 E0 21 6 m...
  • Page 196 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 195   CYLINDER REPLACEMENT WARNI NG PROCEDURE Inform other people To replace the cylinder proceed as fol- driving the car that the lows: tyre has been repaired using the quick tyre kit. Hand the disconnect connection A-fig.

  • Page 197: When Needing To Change A Bulb

    181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 196   WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB WARNI NG Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas which, GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNI NG if broken, may cause small When a light is not working, check Halogen bulbs must be fragments of glass to be pro- that the corresponding fuse is intact handled touching only...
  • Page 198 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 197   fig. 24 A 0E0 11 7 m TYPES OF BULBS fig. 24 B Bayonet type bulbs: press the D-E Halogen bulbs: to remove the bulb, turn counter-clockwise to re- bulb, release the clip holding the Various types of bulbs are fitted to your move this type of bulb from its bulb in place.
  • Page 199 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 198   BULBS FIGURE 24 TYPE POWER Main beam headlights D H7 55W Dipped beam headlights D H7 55W Main beams/Dipped beams (versions with Bixenon headlights) (where provided) F D1S 55W Additional main beams (where provided) D H1 55W Front sidelights (1 per headlight) A W5WB 5W Taillights (1 on fixed light unit - 1 on mobile light unit) B P21/5W 5W...

  • Page 200: If An Exterior Light Burns Out

    To change the bulbs, turn cap counter- On some versions a special brake ser- ried out by Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- clockwise and then remove it. vo vacuum unit is fitted which has to be vices.
  • Page 201 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 200   fig. 26 fig. 27 fig. 28 A0E0 2 23 m A0E 01 93 m A0 E01 9 4m remove the bulb and replace it; Sidelights Front direction indicators fit the new bulb and refit bulb hold- To change the bulb, proceed as follows:To change the bulb, proceed as follows: er catchB-fig.
  • Page 202 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 201   fig. 29 fig. 30 fig. 31 A0 E0 16 3m A0 E0 16 4 m A0E0 1 92 m Dipped beam headlights Gas-discharge dipped Side direction indicators (halogen bulbs) beam/main beam headlights To change the bulb, proceed as follows: (Bixenon) (where provided) To change the bulb, proceed as follows:...
  • Page 203 Rear light units contain: reversing light, rear fog light, direction indicators, tail- To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: IMPORTANTContact Alfa Romeo Au- lights, number plate lights, brake light thorized Services to have front fog lights open the tailgate;...
  • Page 204 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 203   fig. 35 fig. 36 fig. 37 A0 E01 6 7m A0 E0 22 9m A0 E0 17 0 m remove and replace the burnt-out Taillight bulb on tailgate remove and replace the burnt-out bulb by pressing it slightly and turn- bulb by pressing it slightly and turn- To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:...
  • Page 205 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 204   fig. 38 fig. 39 fig. 40 A0 E00 4 0m A0 E0 04 1m A0 E0 16 8 m Direction indicators/ remove and replace the burnt-out Number plate light Taillights/Brake lights bulb by pressing it slightly and turn- To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: ing it counter-clockwise fig.

  • Page 206: If An Interior Light Burns Out

    For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a bulb”. FRONT CEILING LIGHT fig. 41 Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services fig. 42 A0 E01 6 9m A0 E0 18 3 m to change the bulb.
  • Page 207 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 206   fig. 44 fig. 45 fig. 46 A0 E00 9 8m A0 E0 09 9m A 0E0 11 8 m Versions with sunroof replace the bulb B-fig. 45 releas- COURTESY MIRROR LIGHTS ing it from the side contacts making (where provided) To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: sure that the new bulb is correctly...
  • Page 208 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 207   fig. 47 fig. 48 fig. 49 A0 E01 7 1m A0 E0 17 2m A0 E0 17 3 m replace the bulb C-fig. 47 releas- GLOVEBOX LIGHT close protection B-fig. 49 on light ing it from the side contacts making unit A-fig.
  • Page 209 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 208   fig. 50 fig. 51 fig. 52 A0 E02 0 5m A0 E0 20 4m A0 E0 07 5 m BOOT LIGHT PUDDLE LIGHT To change the bulb, proceed as follows:To change the bulb, proceed as follows: open the tailgate;...

  • Page 210: If A Fuse Blows

    WARNI NG A: undamaged fuse If the fuse blows again, B: fuse with damaged filament. WARNI NG contact Alfa Romeo Au- Never change a fuse thorized Services. To replace a fuse, use the pliers with another with a hooked to the fusebox on the dash- higher amp rating, danger of board.
  • Page 211 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 210   fig. 55 A0 E01 5 7m FUSE LOCATION Fuses are grouped into four fuse boxes to be found respectively on the dash- board, on the battery positive pole, near the battery and inside the boot (right- hand side).
  • Page 212 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 211   fig. 57 A0 E01 2 6m Fuse box on the battery positive pole To gain access to the fuses in the fuse box on the batter y positive pole press the retainers A-fig. 57 and remove the protection cover B .
  • Page 213 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 212   fig. 59 A0 E01 2 8m Fuse box near the battery To gain access to the fuses, loosen the two fastening screws A-fig. 59 remove the protection cover B . fig. 60 A0 E0 12 3 m...
  • Page 214 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 213   fig. 61 A0 E01 2 9m Fuse box in the boot (left-hand side) To gain access to the fuses, open the lid on the left side of the boot as shown by the arrow A-fig.
  • Page 215 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 214   FUSE SUMMARY TABLE LIGTHS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Right main beam headlight F14 7.5 60 Left main beam headlight F15 7.5 60 Right dipped beam headlight F12 15 56 Left dipped beam headlight F13 15 56 Front fog light F30 15 60 Reversing light/Brake light F35 7.5 56...
  • Page 216 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 215   USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Climate control system fan (1.8 140 HP versions) F02 (MAXI-FUSE) 40 60 Climate control system fan (2.2 JTS Selespeed versions) F02 (MAXI-FUSE) 50 60 Electric steering lock F03 (MAXI-FUSE) 20 60 Brake branch point (pump) F04 (MAXI-FUSE) 40 60 Brake branch point (solenoid valve) (ABS version) F05 (MAXI-FUSE) 40 60 Brake branch point (solenoid valve) (VDC version) F05 (MAXI-FUSE) 20 60...
  • Page 217 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 216   USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Fuel pump supply F21 20 60 Sound system/radionavigation system power/Blue&Me F23 15 60 Supply + key for relay coils of engine compartment control unit/ dashboard control unit/Body Computer F31 7.5 56 Driver’s door branch point/passenger’s door branch point/ ignition device F32 15 56...
  • Page 218 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 217   USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Heated rear window F40 30 56 Defrosting of external mirrors/heated windshield relay coil F41 7.5 56 Windshield wiper/washer F43 30 56 Front cigar lighter on central console F44 10 56 Supply of socket in the boot F45 15 56 Sunroof F46 20 56...
  • Page 219 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 218   USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Rear window wiper/Rear lighter F52 15 56 Instrument panel branch point F53 10 56 Amplifier Bose audio system F54 30 62 Front left seat movement control F56 25 62 Driver’s seat warming left F57 7.5 62 Front right seat movement control F60 25 62 Amplifier Bose audio system on rear parcel shelf F61 15 62...

  • Page 220: If The Battery Is Flat

    181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 219   IF THE BATTERY Charge the battery as follows: WARNI NG IS FLAT disconnect batter y negative terminal The liquid in the battery (–); is poisonous and corro- sive. Do not let it touch the connect the charger cables to the bat- IMPORTANTThe description of the skin or eyes.

  • Page 221: Jacking The Car

    Never jack the car from the front side, the car can only be jacked at the sides, jack arms or workshop lift shall be fig. 63 A0 E0 19 5m placed as shown in fig. 63 . In any case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

  • Page 222: Towing The Car

    181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 221   TOWING THE CAR The tow hook provided with the car is contained into the Fix&Go automatic container. PRECAUTIONS FOR TOWING THE CAR fig. 64 fig. 66 A0E 01 11m A0 E0 17 6 m To prevent damaging the transmission components, tow the car only in one of TOW RING HOOKING...
  • Page 223 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:10 Pagina 222   WARNIN G WARNI NG WARNI NG Before fitting the hook, Before starting to tow, The front and rear tow clean accurately its disengage the steering hooks must only be threaded seat. Before starting lock (see paragraph “Ignition de- used for emergency situations to tow, make sure to have...
  • Page 224 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 223   CA R M A IN TEN A N CE CA R M A IN TEN A N CE SCHEDULED SERVICING........224 SERVICE SCHEDULE ........... 225 PERIODICAL CHECKS .......... 227 USE OF THE CAR UNDER HEAVY CONDITIONS ..227 CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ........

  • Page 225: Scheduled Servicing

    This is why Alfa Romeo has programmed fluids, tyre pressure check, etc... a series of checks and maintenance op- IMPORTANT The Programmed Main-...

  • Page 226: Service Schedule

    223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 225   SERVICE SCHEDULE Thousands of km 35 70 105 140 175 Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required Check light system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, boot lights, passenger compartment lights, glovebox lights, warning lights, etc.) Check windscreen wiper/washer operation,adjust nozzles if required Check windscreen/rear window blade position/wear Check front disk brake pad conditions and wear and wear indicator operation...
  • Page 227 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 226   Thousands of km 35 70 105 140 175 Check and adjust tappet clearance (1.9 JTD 8v version) Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required (1.8 140 HP version) Check exhaust emissions (petrol versions) Check exhaust emissions/smoke (diesel versions) Check engine control system operation (through diagnosis socket) Replace accessory drive belt/s (except 1.8 140 HP version)

  • Page 228: Periodical Checks

    PETRONAS LUBRICANTS prod- required on Service Schedule: ucts, designed and produced specifical- ly for Alfa Romeo cars (see table “Ca- check front disk brake pad conditions pacities” in section “Technical specifi- and wear; cations”).

  • Page 229: Checking Fluid Levels

    223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 228   CHECKING FLUID LEVELS For refilling amounts refer to Technical Specifications section. When topping up take care not to confuse the various types of fluids: they are all incompatible with one another and could serious- ly damage the car.
  • Page 230 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 229   1. Engine oil - 2 . Battery 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid -5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid fig. 3 - 2.2 JTS Selespeed version A0 E01 6 1m 1.
  • Page 231 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 230   1. Engine oil - 2 . Battery 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid -5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid fig. 4 - 1.9 JTD 8v - 1.9 JTD 16v versions A0 E0 16 2 m 6 5 3 1.
  • Page 232 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 231   1. Engine oil - 2 . Battery 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid -5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid fig. 6 - 2.4 JTD version A0 E0 20 3 m...
  • Page 233 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 232   fig. 7 fig. 8/a fig. 11 A0E0 4 00 m A0E 00 18 m A0 E08 5 5m fig. 8 fig. 9 fig. 12 A0E0 8 56 m A0E 00 69 m A0 E02 0 2m Checking engine oil ENGINE OIL...
  • Page 234 IMPORTANT The oil consumption de- other loose clothing might be MAX mark, contact Alfa Romeo Au- pends on driving style and the conditions p ulled by moving parts. thorized Services to have the correct lev- under which the car is used.
  • Page 235 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 234   WARNI NG Do not remove the reservoir cap when the engine is hot: you risk scalding yourself. fig. 13 fig. 14 A0 E00 1 7m A0 E0 02 9 m The cooling system uses ENGINE COOLANT FLUID WINDSCREEN/HEADLIGHT PARAFLU UP that shall...
  • Page 236 The tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. start the engine and wait until the flu- engine compartment contains id level in the reservoir has stabilized;...
  • Page 237 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 236   IMPORTANTFor this operation it is WARNI NG however recommended to contact Alfa Brake fluid is poisonous Romeo Authorised Services. and highly corrosive. In From time to time, check the instrument the event of accidental contact, panel warning light x: pressing on cap wash the parts involved im- A (with key fitted into the ignition de- mediately with neutral soap vice) the warning light shall turn on.

  • Page 238: Air Filter/Pollen Filter

    Air cleaner or pollen filter replacement key into the ignition device in trolyte. A periodic check carried out at shall be carried out at Alfa Romeo Au- order to allow the climate con- an Alfa Romeo Authorised Services is, thorized Services.
  • Page 239 (alarm, the Ser vice schedule in this section will free-hand phone kit, etc.) contact no longer be valid. Alfa Romeo Authorized Services Refer therefore to the instructions pro- whose qualified personnel, in ad- WARNI NG vided by the battery manufacturer.
  • Page 240 60 Ah 36 mA permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.) do not keep accessories (e.g.: sound contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services 70 Ah 42 mA system, hazard lights, etc.) switched whose qualified personnel, in addition on for a long time when the engine...
  • Page 241 18 A0 E0 12 0m or irregular tyre wear. If any of these oc- see “Wheels” in “Technical specifica- cur, have the car seen to at Alfa Romeo tions” section. Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre Authorized Services. wear fig. 18 : Avoid overloading the car when travel- A normal pressure: tread evenly worn.

  • Page 242: Wheels And Tyres

    223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 241   Tyres age even if they are not used WARNI NG WARNI NG much. Cracks in the tread rubber are a Remember that road Do not cross switch the sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres holding depends also tyres, moving them have been on the car for over 6 years,...

  • Page 243: Rubber Hoses

    223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 242   RUBBER HOSES WINDSCREEN/REAR WARNI NG SCREEN WIPERS Driving with worn wiper blades is a seri- As far as the brake system and fuel rub- ous hazard, because visibility ber hoses are concerned, carefully fol- is reduced in bad weather.

  • Page 244: Windscreen Wiper

    223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 243   SPRAY NOZZLES HEADLIGHT WASHERS If the jet of fluid is missing, firstly check R egularly check that the spray jets are that there is fluid in the reser voir: see intact and clean. “Checking fluid levels”...

  • Page 245: Bodywork

    On your car, Alfa Romeo implemented (e.g.: rear mudguard, rear door, the best manufacturing technologies to etc.).
  • Page 246 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 245   ADVICE FOR PRESERVING To wash the car correctly proceed as fol- Detergents cause water lows: THE BODYWORK pollution. Therefore the car should be washed remove the aerial from the roof to Paint in areas equipped for collecting prevent damage to it if the car is...
  • Page 247 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 246   Windows Front headlights Engine compartment Use specific window cleaner products. Use Front headlights shall be washed with At the end of the winter the engine com- also clean cloths to avoid scratching thesoft cloth moistened with water and carpartment should be carefully washed, glass or damaging the transparency.

  • Page 248: Interiors

    223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 247   INTERIORS LEANING LEATHER SEATS Upholstery of your car (for versions/markets, has been designed to where provided) withstand wear deriv- Periodically check that water is not ing from common use of the car. Remove dried on dirt with lightly moist- trapped under the mats (due to water You are however recommended...
  • Page 249 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagina 248   INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS STEERING WHEEL/ WARNI NG GEAR LEVER KNOB WITH Clean plastic parts with a cloth moist- Never use flammable GENUINE LEATHER ened with water and non-abrasive neu- products like oil ether COVERING tral detergent.
  • Page 250 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 249   TECH N I CA L S P ECI FI CATIO N S TECH N I CA L S P ECI FICATIO N S IDENTIFICATION DATA ........250 ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS ....252 ENGINE ............

  • Page 251: Identification Data

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 250   IDENTIFICATION DATA You are advised to note the identifica- tion codes. The identification data stamped and given on the plates and their position are the following fig. 1 : 1 - Identification label fig.
  • Page 252 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 251   ENGINE MARKING Engine marking is stamped on the gear- box side, on the rear left side. fig. 3 fig. 4 A0 A01 7 5m A0 A0 22 2m BODYWORK LABEL BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATION LABEL This is located on the passenger com- partment floor near the front passen-...

  • Page 253: Engine Codes - Bodywork Versions

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 252   ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine code Bodywork version 1.8 140 HP 939A4000 939AXL1A 21C / 939BXL1A 22C ( ) 1750 TURBO BENZINA (***) 939B1000 939AXN1B 52 (**) / 939BXN1B 53 ( ) (**) 3.2 JTS 4x2 939A000 939AXG1B 44 / 939BXG1B 45 ( ) 3.2 JTS 4x4...

  • Page 254: Engine

    FQR8 LEU2 ILKAR7D6G HR7MPP152 Fuel Unleaded petrol Unleaded petrol Unleaded petrol Unleaded petrol 95 RON 95 RON 95 RON 95 RON (Specification EN228) (Specification EN228) (Specification EN228) (Specification EN228) (*) Selespeed version To change plugs contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
  • Page 255 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 254   2.0 JTD GENERAL 2.4 JTD 2.4 JTD JTD 8v JTD 8v JTD 16v JTD 16v 200 HP 210 HP (**) 939B3000 939A1000 939A7000 939A2000 939A8000 939A3000 939A9000 Engine code 844A2000 (*) Diesel Diesel Diesel...

  • Page 256: Fuel Feed/Ignition

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 255   FUEL FEED/IGNITION 1.8 140 HP 1750 TURBO BENZINA 1.9 JTD 2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS 1.9 JTD 16v - 2.0 JTD 2.4 JTD Fuel feed Multipoint fuel injection Direct injection Direct injection, Common Rail Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.

  • Page 257: Brakes

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 256   BRAKES 1.8 140 HP - 1750 TURBO BENZINA - 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTD 1.9 JTD 8v - 1.9 JTD 16v - 2.0 JTD Service brakes: – front Disc, self-ventilating Disc, self-ventilating –...

  • Page 258: Wheels

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 257   WHEELS Load rating (capacity) 60 = 250 kg 84 = 500 kg 61 = 257 kg 85 = 515 kg RIMS AND TYRES 62 = 265 kg 86 = 530 kg Pressed steel or alloy rims.
  • Page 259 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 258   Maximum speed rating UNDERSTANDING RIM MARKING fig. 5 Q = up to 160 km/h. R = up to 170 km/h. Example: 7 J x 16 H2 ET 43 S = up to 180 km/h. = rim width in inches 1 .
  • Page 260 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 259   TYRES 1.8 140 HP 1.9 JTD 8 ECO 1750 TURBO BENZINA 1.9 JTD 1.9 JTD 8 (**) 3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTD 200 CV Versions 1.9 JTD 2.0 JTD 2.4 JTD 210 CV 2.0 JTD 2.0 JTD...
  • Page 261 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 260   COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Space-saver 205/55 R16 91V 215/55 R16 93V 225/50 R17 98W 235/45 R18 98W ( ) 235/40 ZR19 96Y ( ) spare wheel front rear front rear front rear...

  • Page 262: Dimensions

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 261   DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres. Min. size variations when optional tyres are fitted. The height refers to the car unladen. BOOT VOLUME Boot volume ....
  • Page 263 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 262   Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres. Min. size variations when optional tyres are fitted. The height refers to the car unladen. BOOT VOLUME Boot volume ....

  • Page 264: Performance

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 263   PERFORMANCE SALOON VERSIONS Top speed km/h Acceleration from 0-100 km/h sec. Kilometer with standing start sec. 1.8 140 HP 208 10.2 31.1 1750 TURBO BENZINA 235 7.7 28.9 3.2 JTS 4x2 250 7.1 27.0 3.2 JTS 4x4 244 7.0 27.3...

  • Page 265: Weights

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 264   WEIGHTS Weights (kg) 1750 3.2 JTS 3.2 JTS 2.4 JTD 2.4 JTD Saloon versions 140 HP TURBO JTD 8v JTD 16v BENZINA 2.0 JTD Weight empty (including fluids, 90% fuel in the tank and 1385 1430 1540...
  • Page 266 (**) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch etc.) the unladen weight increases, thus reducing the payload as specified in the maximum weight allowed. (***) Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo roof rack, max capacity: 50 kg. (Õ) 2.0 JTD versions...

  • Page 267: Capacities

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 266   CAPACITIES Specified fuels and original 1750 2.0 JTD 3.2 JTS 1.9 JTD 1.9 JTD 2.4 JTD TURBO 2.4 JTD lubricants 140 HP 210 HP BENZINA Fuel tank: litres Unleaded petrol – including with no less than 95 R.O.N.

  • Page 268: Fluids And Lubricants

    If this is the case, the best engine performance is not guaranteed. We however recommend replacing the lubricant with those recommended by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. Use of products with low-quality properties than ACEA A3 and ACEA B4 could cause damages to the engine that are not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 269 249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 268   Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids Applications for correct car operation and lubricants Mechanical gearbox Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85 TUTELA CAR and differential that passes API GL 4 specifications. MATRYX Contractual Technical QualificationFIAT 9.55550-MZ1...

  • Page 270: Fuel Consumption

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 269   FUEL CONSUMPTION – extra-urban cycle : frequent ac- IMPORTANT The type of route, celerating in all gears, simulating ex- traffic situations, weather condi- traurban use of the car; the speed variestions, driving style, general con- The fuel consumption figures given in between 0 and 120 km/h;...

  • Page 271: Co Emissions

    249-270 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 15:51 Pagina 270   CO EMISSIONS The CO emission levels given in the following tables refer to combined consumption. CO EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE IN FORCE (g/km) Saloon versions 1.8 1750 3.2 JTS 3.2 JTS 1.9 JTD 1.9 JTD 2.0 JTD 2.4 JTD...

  • Page 272: Radio Frequency Remote Control: Ministerial Certifications

    271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 271   RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: Ministerial Certifications Certification number T939 NTR939 European Union and Countries applying 0523 0523 EC directive Argentina – Australia N15278 Brazil HHHH-AA-FFFF HHHH-AA-FFFF Bulgaria China CMII ID : 2006DJ0352 CMII ID : 2006DJ0351 Data unavailable at the time of printing.
  • Page 273 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 272   Certification number T939 NTR939 Malaysia 00 0 0 0 0 E AA 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mexico YYYYXXXX-XXX YYYYXXXX-XXX AGREE PAR L’ANRT MAROC AGREE PAR L’ANRT MAROC Morocco Numéro d’agrément : MR 2395 ANRT 2006 Numéro d’agrément : MR 2394 ANRT 2006 Date d’agrément : 13/01/2006 Date d’agrément : 13/01/2006...
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  • Page 276 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 275   A LFA 1 5 9 S P O R TW A G O N A LFA 1 5 9 S P O R TW A G O N REARSCREEN WIPER ......... 276 BOOT ..............

  • Page 277: Rearscreen Wiper

    & it will be possible to acti- seconds as a consequence. Should vate with just one movement both the it be not possible to restore its windscreen wiper and the rear window operation, contact Alfa Romeo wiper; the latter comes actually into ac- Authorized Service.

  • Page 278: Boot

    271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 277   BOOT TAILGATE EMERGENCY OPENING FROM THE INSIDE To open the tailgate from the inside if the batter y is flat or the electric tailgate lock is failing, proceed as follows: fig. 3 fig.
  • Page 279 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 278   EXTENDING THE BOOT IMPORTANT before perfor ming the operation of The boot can be partially (1/3 or 2/3) folding the backrest over, make sure or totally extended splitting the rear that the rear head restraints are in seat.
  • Page 280 (red bands not visi- luggage retaining net (for versions/ ble) to prevent it moves forward in the markets, where provided where applic- event of sharp braking causing injuries able, at Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser- WARNI NG to passengers.
  • Page 281 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 280   fig. 10 fig. 11 fig. 12 A0E0 2 73 m A0E 02 72 m A0 E02 7 4m ODDMENT COMPARTMENTS CURRENT OUTLET Never use the outlet for fig. 10 - 11 (for versions/markets, accessories with power where provided)
  • Page 282 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 281   fig. 13 fig. 14 fig. 15 A0E0 2 81 m A0E 02 82 m A0 E04 7 6m LUGGAGE NET Using seats B -fig. 17 to secure the net to the rear side of the boot. (for versions/markets, where provided) To secure the net, fit hooks A-fig.
  • Page 283 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 282   fig. 17 fig. 20 fig. 21 A0E0 3 08 m A0E 02 78 m A0 E02 7 9m LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER The luggage compartment cover A-fig. 20 can be rolled up and re- moved.
  • Page 284 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 283   Do not put objects on the cover which may damage it. WARNIN G The objects put on the fig. 23 fig. 24 A0E 02 83 m A0 E02 8 7m cover may be thrown PASSENGER'S forwards and injure passen- COMPARTMENT UPPER...
  • Page 285 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 284   fig. 26 fig. 27 fig. 28 A0E0 2 84 m A0E 02 91 m A0 E03 0 5m To roll up the net, release ends Passenger's compartment SOUND SYSTEM fig. 25 from housings C-fig. 26 and separating net CD Changer (for versions/markets, guide it during rolling.

  • Page 286: Roof Rack/Ski Rack

    271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 285   ROOF RACK/ SKI RACK (for versions/markets, where provided) The car can be fitted with two longitu- dinal barsfig. 30 that can be used, by adding special accessories to carry var- fig. 29 fig.

  • Page 287: Presetting For Mounting The "Universal Isofix" Child Restraint System

    271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:56 Pagina 286   PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE "UNIVERSAL ISOFIX" CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM This car is preset for mounting the Uni- fig. 32 A0 E01 7 4m versal Isofix child restraint system, a new European standardised system for carrying children safely.
  • Page 288 A and then secure Isofix". the mounting brackets when the belt to the fastener. At Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo you can find clicks are heard. In any case, the "Universal Isofix" "Duo Plus" child's keep to the installation in- seat. structions that must be pro-...

  • Page 289: If An Exterior Light Burns Out

    271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:56 Pagina 288   IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and power rating, see paragraph “When needing to change a bulb" in section "In an emer- gency". IMPORTANT Before changing a bulb, fig.
  • Page 290 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:56 Pagina 289   Taillight bulb on tailgate To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: open the tailgate; remove the cover A-fig. 35 work- ing in the point shown by the arrow; remove the bulb holder unit by press- ing the retaining tabs B-fig.

  • Page 291: If An Interior Light Burns Out

    LEDs and it is built into the rear spoiler remove the light unit A-fig. 42 lev- fig. 41 . ering in the point shown by the ar- Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services row; to have the third brake light replaced.
  • Page 292 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:56 Pagina 291   fig. 43 fig. 44 fig. 45 A0E0 4 88 m A0E 03 01 m A0 E03 0 2m replace the bulb B-fig. 43 releas- TAILGATE LIGHT replace the bulb B-fig. 45 releas- ing it from the side contacts mak- ing it from the side contacts mak- To change the bulb, proceed as follows:...

  • Page 293: If A Fuse Blows

    271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:56 Pagina 292   IF A FUSE BLOWS The fuse specific for the Sportwagon ver- sion is located in the fuse box at the right side of the boot (see “In an emer- gency” chapter). IMPORTANT Before changing a bulb, read carefully the instructions given in fig.
  • Page 294 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 293   S O U N D S Y S TE M S O U N D S Y S T EM INTRODUCTION ............295 Audio source memory function ........304 Tips ................ 295 Volume setting ............
  • Page 295 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 294   CD PLAYER ............... 317 CD CHANGER (CDC) ..........321 Introduction ............. 317 Introduction ............. 321 Selecting the CD player ..........317 CD Changer selection ..........321 Error messages ............321 Loading/ejecting a CD ..........317 Error messages ............

  • Page 296: Introduction

    The radio is designed for a long operational Alfa. life and does not require particular mainte- nance. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- The instructions for use are provided below. vices in case of faults. We recommend that you read them careful- ly.
  • Page 297 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 296   after listening to the CDs, put them back Always take the CD by holding it around its in their boxes to avoid them being markedoutside circumference. Never touch the sur- Remember that dirt, scratches or distortions or scratched, which could cause them to face.

  • Page 298: Technical Specifications

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 297   WARNING If a copy-protected CD is used, it I n addition, protected disks often do not have TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS may take a few seconds before the system the audio disk identifying symbol on the disk will start to play it.

  • Page 299: Hi-Fi Bose Audio System

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 298   HI-FI BOSE AUDIO SYSTEM Technical information – 1 mid-tweeter (Centerfill) speaker, di- ameter 80 mm, max. power 50 W, posi- (for versions/markets, where provided) The system consists of: tioned in middle of dashboard; The BOSE HI-FI audio system was carefully –...

  • Page 300: Quick Reference Guide

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 299   Q U ICK R EFER EN CE G U I D E Q U ICK REFEREN CE G U I D E A0 F0 5 31 m Button GENERAL FUNCTIONS Mode ON/OFF Brief press on knob Long press on knob...
  • Page 301 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 300   Button GENERAL FUNCTIONS Mode FM1, FM2, FM Autostore radio source selection Repeated brief press on button MW, MW1, MW2 radio source selection Repeated brief press on button Radio CD/CD-Changer/Media Player source selection Repeated brief press on button (with Blue&Me only) Volume on/off (MUTE/PAUSE)
  • Page 302 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 301   Button CD FUNCTIONS Mode Brief press on button Eject CD Brief press on buttons ÷ or ˜ Play previous/next track ÷˜ Long press on buttons ÷ or ˜ CD track fast forward/backward Play previous/next disc (for CD-Changer) Brief press on buttons N or O Play previous/next folder (for CD-MP3)

  • Page 303: Controls On Steering Wheel

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 302   CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL (for versions/markets, where provided) A0 E0 53 2 m Button FUNCTION Mode AudioMute on/off (Radio mode) Brief press on button or Pause (Media Player mode - with Blue&Me only) Volume up Press button –...

  • Page 304: Introduction

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 303   INTRODUCTION CD section CD MP3 section The device offers the following functions: Direct disc select; MP3-Info function (ID3-TAG); Track select (forward/backward); Select folder (previous/next); Tuner section Fast track search (forward/backward); Select track (forward/backward); PLL tuning in frequency bands FM/AM/ CD Display function: disc name/time Fast track search (forward/backward);...

  • Page 305: Functions And Settings

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 304   FU N CTI O N S A N D S ETTIN G S FU N CTIO N S A N D S ETTIN G S SWITCHING ON SELECTING THE AUDIO SOURCE MEMORY THE CAR RADIO TUNER FUNCTION FUNCTION...

  • Page 306: Mute/Pause Function

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 305   Press the AUDIO button briefly to change the T ONE SETTING (bass/treble) MUTE/PAUSE FUNCTION Audio functions. After the AUDIO button is (zeroing the volume) Proceed as follows: first pressed, the display will show the bass Press the MUTE button briefly to activate the level value for the source activated at that Use button N or O to set the “Bass”...

  • Page 307: Fader Setting

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 306   LOUDNESS FUNCTION To turn the equalizer on, use the ÷ or FADER SETTING ˜ buttons to select one of the settings: (excluding versions with Bose Proceed as follows: HI-FI system) “FM/AM/CD...EQ User” (adjustment of Use the N or Obutton to set the “Fad- 7 equalizer bands that can be changed The Loudness function improves the volume...

  • Page 308: Menu

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 307   *USER EQ SETTINGS function MENU The functions managed by the Menu are: (equalizer settings only if the AF SWITCHING (ON/OFF) USER settings function is MENU button functions selected) (excluding versions TRAFFIC INFORMATION (ON/OFF) Press the MENU button briefly to activate with Bose HI-FI system) the Menu function.
  • Page 309 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 308   AF SWITCHING function With the function on, the radio automaticallyWith the AF function deactivated, the re- (alternative frequency search) tunes into the station with the strongest sig- maining RDS functions, such as the display nal broadcasting the same programme.
  • Page 310 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 309   TRAFFIC INFORMATION With the TA function: The volume at which the traffic news is trans- function (traffic announcements) mitted depends on the listening volume: search only for RDS stations that trans- Some stations on the FM band (FM1, FM2 mit on the FM band, which are enabled listening volume below 5: traffic news...
  • Page 311 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 310   REGIONAL MODE function If the function is deactivated and you have MP3 DISPLAY function (reception of regional tuned into a regional station working in a (display of MP3 Compact Disc broadcasts) given area and you enter a different area, information) then the regional station received in the new...
  • Page 312 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 311   SPEED VOLUME function RADIO ON VOLUME function NOTES (volume setting according to speed) (radio volume maximum limit The menu can only be used to turn the (excluding versions with Bose activation/deactivation) function on/off and not to set the mini- HI-FI system) This function is used to turn the maximum...
  • Page 313 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 312   EXTERNAL AUDIO function RADIO OFF function SYSTEM RESET function (telephone volume adjustment) (on and off mode) This function is used to restore all settings to Turn the ON/OFF button/knob or press the This function is used to select the mode for their preset factory values. The options are: switching off the radio between two differ- ÷/˜...

  • Page 314: Telephone Setup

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 313   ANTI-THEFT PROTECTION If the four digits are not entered within 20 TELEPHONE SETUP seconds, the message “Enter code - - -” will If a hands-free kit is installed on the car, The radio is equipped with an anti-theft pro- appear again on the display for 2 seconds, when there is an incoming phone call the...

  • Page 315: Radio (Tuner)

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 314   R A D IO ( TU N ER ) R A D IO ( TU N ER ) INTRODUCTION FREQUENCY BAND PRESET BUTTONS SELECTION When the radio is turned on the last func- The buttons numbered from 1 to 6 can used tion selected before it was switched off is to set the following presettings:...

  • Page 316: Automatic Tuning

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 315   AUTOSTORE FUNCTION The stations that have a strong signal at that AUTOMATIC TUNING moment are then automatically stored in the (automatic station storing) Briefly press the ÷ or ˜ button to start preselected band in the buttons numbered the automatic tuning search for the next sta- To activate the Autostore function, keep the 1 to 6.

  • Page 317: Emergency Alarm Reception

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 316   EMERGENCY ALARM EON FUNCTION STEREO STATIONS RECEPTION (Enhanced Other Network) If the incoming signal is weak, the repro- duction is automatically switched from The radio can receive emergency alerts in In some countries, there are circuits that Stereo to Mono.

  • Page 318: Cd Player

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 317   CD P LAY ER CD P LAY ER Press the ° button, with the device turned INTRODUCTION LOADING/EJECTING A CD on, to activate the CD motorised ejecting sys- This chapter describes the variants regard- To load the CD, insert it gently into the slot tem.

  • Page 319: Error Messages

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 318   ERROR MESSAGES DISPLAY INFORMATION FAST FORWARD/BACKWARD TRACK SELECTION If the CD cannot be read (for example a CD- When the CD player is operating, the fol- ROM was loaded or a CD was loaded upside lowing information will appear on the dis- Keep the ˜ button pressed down to fast down or there is a playback error), the mes- play that has the following meaning: forward the selected track and keep the sage “CD Disc error”...

  • Page 320: Mp3 Cd Player

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 319   M P 3 CD P LAY ER M P 3 CD P LAY ER The operating conditions and specifications INTRODUCTION MP3 MODE for playing MP3 files are as follows: This chapter describes the operation of the In addition to playing normal audio CDs, the CD MP3 player variants only.

  • Page 321: Selecting Mp3 Sessions With Hybrid Discs

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 320   SELECTING MP3 SESSIONS DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT NEXT/PREVIOUS WITH HYBRID DISCS FOLDER ID3-tag information displaying If a hybrid disc is inserted (Mixed Mode, En- Press the N button to select the next fold- In addition to the information relating to the hanced, CD-Extra) also containing MP3 files, er or the O button to select the previous...

  • Page 322: Cd Changer (Cdc)

    To install and connect a Lineaccessori CD Changer Error messages are shown in the following Press the N button to select the next CD contact only a Alfa Romeo cases: or the O button to select the previous CD. Dealership.

  • Page 323: Troubleshooting

    293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 322   TRO U B LES H O O TI N G TRO U B LES H O O TI N G GENERAL SECTION CD PLAYER MP3 FILE READING Low volume The CD does not play Skips tracks whilst playing MP3 files.
  • Page 324 Air vents ......... 54 Bodywork (cleaning) ....244 – presetting for mounting the Alarm ........17 “Universal Isofix” child Bonnet ........105 Alfa Romeo CODE system ..10 restraint system ... 140-285 Boot ....... 101-277 ..275 Alfa 159 Sportwagon Ceiling lights –...
  • Page 325 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 324   CODE card ......12 – marking ......251 – control ......72 Fuel Containing running costs ... 157 – technical data ....253 – consumption ...... 269 Controls ......... 81 Engine oil –...
  • Page 326 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 325   Headlights ......65 Isofix universal Parking lights – control ......72 – adjusting headlight beam ..106 (child's seat) ....140-286 Parking sensors ....... 118 – headlight adjustment abroad 107 Jacking the car ......220 Performance ......
  • Page 327 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 326   Rear fog lights – control ......70 Ty res – bulb replacement ....202 Ski tunnel ....... 84 – changing ......183 – control ......72 Smart washing ......74 – inflation pressures ....260 Rearview mirrors ......
  • Page 328 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 327   Windscreen washer – control ......75 – fluid level ......232 Windscreen wiper – blades ......242 – control ......73 – nozzle ......243...
  • Page 329 “End of Life Vehicles” to approved environmental standards. To find out the location of your nearest autho- rised treatment facility, offering free of charge take-back, simply contact one of our dealers or refer to the Alfa Romeo web site or call the toll free number 00800 2532 0000.
  • Page 330 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 329   DASHBOARD fig. 1 1. Adjustable swivel side air vents - 2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents - 3. Passenger’s air bag - 4 . Fuel lev- el gauge/engine coolant temperature gauge/engine oil temperature gauge (petrol versions) or turbocharger pressure gauge (diesel versions) -5.
  • Page 331 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 330   INSTRUMENT PANEL A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display hcmWarning lights on diesel versions only On diesel versions the rev counter end scale value is at 6000 rpm. NOTE1750 TURBO BENZINA versions have a rev counter with different graphic fig.
  • Page 332 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:36 Pagina 331   N O TES N O TES...
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  • Page 335 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:37 Pagina 334   Pa gin e_I T A.i ndd 4...
  • Page 336 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:37 Pagina 335   Oil change? The experts recommend Selenia The engine of your car is factory filled with Selenia. This is an engine oil range which satisfies the most advanced international specifications. Its superior technical characteristics allow Selenia to guarantee the highest performance...
  • Page 337 323-336 Alfa 159 GB 21-06-2010 10:37 Pagina 336   COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Space-saver 205/55 R16 91V 215/55 R16 93V 225/50 R17 98W 235/45 R18 98W ( ) 235/40 ZR19 96Y ( ) spare wheel front rear front rear front rear...
  • Page 338 Cop Alfa Giulietta GB:Alfa 159 cop. LUM GB 21-01-2010 9:07 Pagina 1   ENGLISH Alfa Services...

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