2005 Alfa Romeo 159 spare wheel

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❒fit the space-saver spare wheel mak-
ing one of the holes A-fig. 9coin-
cide with the relevant pin B;
❒Using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the five fastening bolts;
❒Lower the car and remove the jack;
❒Use the wrench provided to fasten
the bolts completely in a criss-cross
fashion according to the sequence
shown in fig. 10.
❒Loosen the fastening bolts and then
remove the wheel;
❒Make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween space-saver spare wheel and
hub are clean so that the fastening
bolts will not come loose;
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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:
❒Make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween standard wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will not
come loose;
❒Fit the standard wheel taking into ac-
count that pin B-fig. 9shall coin-
cide with one of the holes A;
❒Place the wheel cap on the wheel rim
making symbol
C, (marked inside the
wheel cap), coincide with the inflation
valvefig. 11;
❒Using the wrench provided, tighten the
fastening bolts;
❒ Lower the car and remove the jack;
❒Using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the bolts in the sequence shown
infig. 10;
A0E0211mfig. 12
Versions with alloy rims
Proceed as follows:
❒tighten pin A-fig. 12in one of the
holes of the wheel hub fastening
bolts;
❒insert the wheel on the pin and, us-
ing the wrench provided, tighten the
four bolts available;
❒loosen pin A-fig. 12and tighten
the last fastening bolt;
❒lower the car and remove the jack,
then, using the wrench provided tight-
en the bolts according to the sequence
previously shown for the space-saver
spare wheel fig. 10.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;
❒Arrange the container complete with
tools on the space-saver spare wheel;
❒Reposition properly the boot stiff cov-
ering.
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The quick tyre repair kit includes:
❒a bottle A-fig. 14containing the
sealer, fitted with:
- filling pipe B
- sticker Cbearing the notice “max.
80 km/h”, to be placed in a posi-
tion visible to the driver (on the in-
strument panel) after fixing the tyre;
❒compressorDwith pressure gauge
and fittings;
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.
The kit fig. 14is placed in the boot. In
this container are also housed the screw-
driver and the tow hitch.
A0E0114mfig. 14A0E0048mfig. 15
❒instruction brochurefig. 15, to be
used for prompt and proper use of the
quick repair kit and to be then hand-
ed to the personnel charged with han-
dling the tyre treated with the tyre re-
pair kit;
❒a pair of protection gloves located in
the side space of the compressor;
❒adapters for inflating different ele-
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❒sight inspect the conditions of: en-
gine, gearbox, transmission, pipes
and hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes),
rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes,
etc.);
❒check battery charge;
❒visual check on various drive belt con-
ditions;
❒check and top up, if required, fluid
levels (engine coolant, brake fluid,
windscreen washer fluid, power steer-
ing fluid, battery fluid, etc);
❒ change engine oil and oil filter (petrol
versions);
❒change engine oil and oil filter, if re-
quired (diesel versions);
❒ replace pollen filter.
ADDITIONAL
CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long jour-
neys, check and top up if required:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒ tyre pressure and conditions.
Every 3,000 km check and top up if re-
quired: engine oil level.
You are recommended to use FL Se-
leniaproducts, designed and produced
specifically for Alfa Romeo cars (see
table “Capacities” in section “Techni-
cal specifications”).
ANNUAL INSPECTION
SCHEDULE
For cars with an annual mileage of be-
low 30,000 km (for example about
15,000 km) the following Annual In-
spection Schedule is advised:
❒check tyre conditions/wear and ad-
just pressure if required (including the
spare wheel);
❒check light system operation (head-
lights, direction indicators, hazard
lights, boot lights, passenger com-
partment lights, glovebox light, warn-
ing lights, etc.);
❒ check windscreen wiper/washer op-
eration;
❒check windscreen/rear window blade
position/wear;
❒check front disk brake pad conditions
and wear;
❒check cleanness of bonnet and boot
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Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 15:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread
wears down to 1.6 mm. In any case,
comply with the laws in the country
where the car is being driven.
IMPORTANT NOTES
As far as possible, avoid sharp braking
and screech starts, etc. Be careful not to
hit the kerb, potholes or other obstacles
hard. Driving for long stretches over
bumpy roads can damage the tyres.
Periodically check that the tyres have no
cuts in the side wall, abnormal swelling
or irregular tyre wear. If any of these oc-
cur, have the car seen to at Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services.
Avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to
the wheels and tyres; if a tyre is punc-
tured, stop immediately and change it
to avoid damage to the tyre, the rim,
suspensions and steering system.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the space-saver spare wheel, every
four weeks and before long journeys:
pressure should be checked with the tyre
rested and cold.
For the correct tyre inflation pressure,
see “Wheels” in “Technical specifica-
tions” section.
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Remember that road
holding depends also
on the correct tyre inflating
pressure.
WARNING
If the pressure is too
low the tyre overheats
and this can cause it serious
damage.
WARNING
Never submit alloy
rims to repainting
treatments requiring to use
temperatures exceeding
150°C since the mechanical
properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them
from the right of the car to the
left and vice versa.
WARNINGTyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are a
sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres
have been on the car for over 6 years,
they should be checked by specialised
personnel, to see if they can still be
used. Also remember to check the space-
saver spare wheel.
In the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious ori-
gin.
If a tyre is changed, also change the in-
flation valve; to allow even wear be-
tween the front and rear tyres, it is ad-
visable to change them over every 10-
15 thousand kilometres, keeping them
on the same side of the car so as to not
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UNDERSTANDING
TYRE MARKING fig. 5
Example: 205/55 R 16 91 V
205= Nominal width (S, distance be-
tween sidewalls in mm).
55= Percentage height/width ratio
(H/S).
R= Radial tyre.
16= Rim diameter in inches. (Ø).
91= Load rating (capacity).
V= Maximum speed index.Load rating (capacity)
60= 250 kg 84= 500 kg
61= 257 kg 85= 515 kg
62= 265 kg 86= 530 kg
63= 272 kg 87= 545 kg
64= 280 kg 88= 560 kg
65= 290 kg 89= 580 kg
66= 300 kg 90= 600 kg
67= 307 kg 91= 615 kg
68= 315 kg 92= 630 kg
69= 325 kg 93= 650 kg
70= 335 kg94= 670 kg
71= 345 kg 95= 690 kg
72= 355 kg 96= 710 kg
73= 365 kg 97= 730 kg
74= 375 kg98= 750 kg
75= 387 kg 99= 775 kg
76= 400 kg 100= 800 kg
77= 412 kg 101= 825 kg
78= 425 kg 102= 850 kg
79= 437 kg 103
= 875 kg
80= 450 kg 104= 900 kg
81= 462 kg 105= 925 kg
82= 475 kg 106= 950 kg
83= 487 kg
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres
with radial carcass. The homologated
tyres are listed in the Log book.
IMPORTANTIn the event of discrep-
ancies between the information provid-
ed on this “Owner’s Manual” and the
“Log book”, consider the specifications
shown in the log book only.
Attaining to the prescribed size, to en-
sure safety of the car in movement, it
must be fitted with tyres of the same
make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANTDo not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
SPACE-SAVER SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
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tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
IMPORTANTSnow tyres with speed index Hare recommended.
Traditional snow chains may not be used on tyres type 225/50 R17” only spider type chains
can be used.
Tyres 235/45 R18” cannot be fitted with snow chains due to interference with the fender.
4,00B x17"
T125/80 R17
TYRES
Standard tyres
For versions/
markets where
applicable
Optionals
Space-saver
spare wheel
(for versions/
markets where
applicable)1.9 JTS
7Jx16” steel
205/55 R16 91V
7Jx16” steel
215/55 R16 93V
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
2.2 JTS
7Jx16” steel
215/55 R16 93V
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
3.2 JTS
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
1.9 JTDM8v
7Jx16” steel
215/55 R16 93V
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
1.9 JTDM16v
7Jx16” steel
215/55 R16 93V
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
2.4 JTDM
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W