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237
Remove the cover (A-fig. 73) to
gain access to the following relays/fuses
(fig. 74):
A.Engine radiator cooling fan 2
ndspeed
relay (T.SPARK versions).
B.Engine radiator cooling fan 1
stspeed re-
lay.
C.Fuel pump relay
D.Electronic injection relay
E.Climate control compressor relay
F.Timing variator relay (1.6 T.SPARK on-
ly) or engine radiator fan 2
ndspeed relay
(only 2.5 V6 24V, JTD and JTD 16V Multi-
jet versions).
G.Fuel oil heater relay (only Diesel ver-
sions).For JTD 20v Multijet version refer to
fig. 75For Diesel versions, depending on the op-
tions installed, there is a second bracket fas-
tened to the engine compartment rear bulk-
head for the following fuses (fig. 76):
A.MAXI-FUSE 30A: additional passenger
compartment heater 2
ndlevel relay.
B.MAXI-FUSE 30A: additional passenger
compartment heater 1stlevel relay.
WARNINGStrictly observe the specified
fuse ampere value: in case of doubt, con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
fig. 74
A0B0183m
fig. 76
A0B0619m
fig. 75
A0B0618m
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Left front side lightRight front side lightLeft rear side lightRight rear side lightLeft dipped-beam headlamp/Xenon lamps (optional)Right dipped-beam headlamp/Xenon lamps (optional)Left main-beam headlampRight main-beam headlampCruise Control (optional)Left number plate lightRight number plate lightReversing lights/Sound systemLeft rear fog guardRight rear fog guardDirection indicators - Hazard warning lightsFog lampsCar interior and glovebox lightsHI-FI BOSE system10A
10A
10A
10A
20A
20A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
15A
10A
25ALIGHTS FIGURE AMPERES FUSEFUSE SUMMARY TABLE
7
6
6
7
8
4
2
1
13
7
6
13
7
6
14
16
12-13
969
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
69
71
69
71
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69
69
69
69
71
71
69
71
69
69
69
69
72
69
69
69
69
69
69
71 10
11
13
5
4
5
3
7
15
13
15
9
1
4
12
2
15
12
12
10
SERVICES FUSE AMPERES FIGUREWindscreen wiper, windscreen washer/Rearscreen wiper/Rain sensor (optional)HornsGSM Box for Connect/Navigator-electronic warning systemFront power windowsLeft rear power windowRight rear power windowDoor locking system - Boot lightBoot electric openingRearscreen heatingWing mirror adjustmentWing mirror defrostingCigar lighter/Odour sensorHeadlamp washerHeadlamp aiming deviceInstrument clusterMain-beam headlamp warning lightRearscreen heating warning lightSound system/Diagnosis socketElectronic alarm system Supplementary electrical socket in the boot (Sportwagon versions)20A
20A
10A
30A
20A
20A
20A
30A
30A
10A
30A
15A
20A
10A
10A
10A
30A
10A
10A
20A
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Remote controlControls lighting/Stop lightsRear control lighting from sidelightsSeat heating/Sunroof/Seat electrical adjustmentAir bag system
ABS systemAlfa Romeo CODE systemClimate control system
Engine cooling radiator fan:
First speed
– T.SPARK and JTS versions
– diesel versions
– 2.5 V6 24V versions
Second speed
– T.SPARK and JTS versions
– diesel versions– 2.5 V6 24V versionsPassenger compartment fan (petrol versions)Passenger compartment fan (diesel versions)
Electronic ignition and injection system Glow plugs and resistances on fuel oil filter (diesel versions)69
71
71
71
71
68
71
71
69
68
68
68
68
68
68
68
68
71
71
71
68
68 10A
10A
10A
30A
10A (*)
60A
10A (*)
7.5A
15A
50A
60A
40A
30A
40A
40A
40A
40A
7.5A
15A
15A
30A
70A 13
3
6
8
2 (*)
9
11 (*)
13
9
6
6
6
7
7
7
1
4
13
14
15
5
8SERVICES FUSE AMPERES FIGURE
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Fuel oil heater (JTD versions, JTD 16V Multijet)Services switched off with startingBattery power supply for Alfa Romeo CODE/Injection system(+15) key-controlled service supply (ignition switch)General service supply (petrol versions)General service supply (diesel versions)General service supplyAdditional heater (diesel version only)Oil pump supply (Selespeed versions only)
Selespeed gearbox(2.0 JTS version)
Automatic gearbox(2.5 V6 24V version)(*) Specific components and values depending on the version/market. If in doubt, especially for the replacement of fuses which protect safety circuits
and/or systems (Air bag, ABS, etc.), you are recommended to contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services, also to locate the cause of the fuse tripping.
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74
71
71
68
68
68
68
68
68
68
68
68
68 25A
7.5A
7.5A
30A
80A
80A
70A
70A
30A
30A
20A
40A
20A H
1
12
2
4
1
3
10
10
7
8
7
8
SERVICES FUSE AMPERES FIGURE
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254
fig. fig. fig. 2 - 2.0 JTS version
A0B00436m
fig. 1 - 1.6 T.SPARK, 1.8 T.SPARK versions
A0B00174m
CHECKING FLUID
LEVELS1Engine oil - 2Battery - 3Brake fluid -
4Windscreen washer fluid - 5Engine
coolant fluid - 6Power steering fluid When topping up take
care not to confuse the var-
ious types of fluids: they
are all incompatible with one an-
other and could seriously damage
the car.
Never smoke while work-
ing in the engine compart-
ment; gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the
risk of fire.
WARNING
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ALFA 156 SPORTWAGON
298
System/Component Fuse no. Amperage Location
Additional current socket in the boot10 20Afig. 59
fig. 59
A0B0141m
IF A FUSE BLOWSThe specific fuse for Sportwagon versions
is located in the central fuseholder above the
main fusebox and access to it is gained re-
moving the protective panel.
WARNINGBefore changing a fuse or re-
lay, read the warnings and precautions giv-
en in the chapter “In an emergency”.
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
329
Front light units
– bulb arrangement................... 220
Front roof light ............................ 162
– changing bulbs ...................... 230
Front seats .................................. 21
– adjustments .......................... 21
– centre armrest ....................... 22
– electric heating ..................... 22
– headrests .............................. 23
– rear pockets .......................... 23
Fuel
– consumption ......................... 322
– emergency flap opening
device ............................ 186-292
– fuel cap ............................... 186
– fuel flap................................ 137
– inertial fuel cut-off switch ........ 137
– level gauge and reserve
warning light ......................... 62
– refilling ................................ 319
– refuelling ........................ 185-292
– specifications ......................... 319
Fuel reserve ......................... 62-319
Fuel supply (technical data)........... 303
Fuel tank (capacity) .................... 319
Fuses and relays
– fuse summary table................ 238– fuses above the main fusebox.. 236
– fuses and relays accessible from
the glovebox ......................... 236
– fuses and relays in engine bay . 236
– fuses and relays in the main
fusebox ................................ 235
– generalities and cautions ........ 234
– list of protected devices .......... 238
– specific fuses for Sportwagon
versions ................................ 299
G
earshift lever ........................... 139
Getting to know your car.... 6
Glovebox light
– changing bulbs ..................... 232
Grab handles .......................... 161-292
H
andbrake lever......................... 138
Hazard lights
– switching on ......................... 135
Headlight aiming device
(corrector)................................ 138
Headlight washer ................... 52-274
Headlights
– beam adjustment .................. 138
– beam adjustment abroad ........ 177
– bulb replacement ............. 217-220– compensation for tilt............... 175
– gas discharge headlights ......... 176
Headrests
– front .................................... 23
– rear ............................... 24-279
Horn .......................................... 56
Identification data ....................... 299
Identification labels ...................... 300
Ignition device and steering lock 17-18
In an emergency.................... 205
In the event of a puncture ....... 207-294
– changing a wheel................... 209
– FIX&GO (quick tyre repair kit) . 212
– general instructions ................ 207
In the event of an accident ............ 246
– first aid kit ............................ 247
– if anybody is injured .............. 246
Inertial fuel cut-off switch .............. 137
Infocenter ................................... 64
– access to main menu screen .... 72
– control buttons ...................... 66
– date setting/time setting ........ 76
– default value reset ................. 85
– display ................................. 64
– display contrast adjustment ..... 84