Servicing Procedures - Alfa Romeo STELVIO Owner's Handbook Manual

flammable gas that can explode and cause
serious injury.
219) When charging or recharging the
battery, always follow the precautions
listed.
IMPORTANT
81) When you need to disconnect or remove
the battery, do not close the boot. In order
to avoid possible accidental closure, it is
recommended to place an obstacle (e.g.
a cloth) on the lock that would physically
avoid closure.

SERVICING PROCEDURES

220) 221) 222)
82) 83) 84) 85) 86) 87) 88)
The following pages contain the rules on
the required maintenance envisaged by
the technical personnel who designed
the car.
In addition to these specific maintenance
instructions specified for routine
scheduled servicing, there are other
components which may require
intervention or replacements over the
vehicle's life cycle.
ENGINE OIL
Engine oil level check
84)
To ensure correct engine lubrication, the
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oil must always be kept at the prescribed
level (see "Engine compartment" in this
chapter).
Check the oil level at regular intervals,
for example every 1860 miles (3000 km).
It must be checked about 5 minutes after
stopping the engine, once full operating
temperature is reached. The vehicle must
also be parked on as level a surface as
possible.
Ensure that the oil level is always
between the minimum and maximum
limits. Quadrifoglio versions: Ensure that
the oil level is within the interval on the
dipstick between the minimum and
maximum limits.
The engine oil level can be checked using
the Connect system.
To access the function, use the "Vehicle
settings" widget and then press the
corresponding graphic button (for
more information see the "Vehicle
information" chapter in the Connect
supplement).
Changing the engine oil
See the "Scheduled servicing plan" for
the correct servicing intervals.
Choice of engine oil type
To ensure optimal performance and
maximum protection in all operating
conditions, it is advisable to use
solely ACEA-certified engine oils (see
description in "Fluid and lubricants" in the
"Technical specifications" chapter).
Additives for engine oil
It is strongly recommended not to use
additives (other than leak detection
dyes) with the engine oil.
The engine oil is a product designed
specially for the car and its performance
may be deteriorated through the use of
further additives.
Disposal of used engine oil and filters
For the disposal of the engine oil and
filters, contact the appropriate body to
determine local regulations.
WARNING Used engine oil disposed
of incorrectly may seriously harm the
environment.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replacing the engine oil filter
The engine oil filter must be replaced
each time the engine oil is changed. It
is advisable to replace it with a genuine
spare part, specifically designed for this
vehicle.
AIR FILTER
220)
Replacing the air cleaner
See the "Scheduled servicing plan" for
the correct servicing intervals. It is
advisable to replace it with a genuine