2006 Alfa Romeo Brera/Spider transmission

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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
MOBILE PHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-
tacs mobile phones, HAM radio systems
and the like) shall not be used inside the
car unless a separate aerial is mounted
on the roof.
The use of similar devices inside the pas-
senger compartment (without separat-
ed aerial) produces radio-frequency elec-
tromagnetic fields which, amplified by
the resonance effects inside the pas-
senger compartment, may cause elec-
trical systems equipping the car to mal-
function. This could compromise safety
in addition to constituting a potential
hazard for the passengers.
In addition, transmission and reception
of these devices may be affected by the
shielding effect of the car body.
As concerns EC-approved mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS), strictly comply
with the instructions for use provided by
the mobile phone’s manufacturer.
ACCESSORIES
PURCHASED
BY THE OWNER
If after buying the car, you decide to in-
stall electrical accessories that require a
permanent electric supply (alarm, satel-
lite antitheft system, etc.) or accessories
that in any case burden the electric sup-
ply, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices, whose qualified personnel, besides
suggesting the most suitable devices be-
longing to Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo, will
also evaluate the overall electric absorp-
tion, checking whether the car’s electric
system is able to withstand the load re-
quired, or whether it needs to be inte-
grated with a more powerful battery.
Take care when fitting
additional spoilers, al-
loy rims and non-standard
wheel caps: they might reduce
ventilation of the brakes, thus
their efficiency, during abrupt
and repeated braking, or long
downhill slopes. Make sure
that nothing (mats, etc.) gets
in the way of the pedals when
they are pushed down.
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TOWING THE CAR
The tow ring provided with the car is
housed in the tool container.
A0F0230mfig. 56
TOW RING HOOKING
Front
Proceed as follows:
❒take the tow hook from the tool con-
tainer;
PRECAUTIONS FOR
TOWING THE CAR
To prevent damaging the transmission
components, tow the car only in one of
following ways:
❒with front wheels raised and rear
wheels resting on a truck provided
for the purpose;
❒with rear wheels raised and front
wheels resting on a truck provided
for the purpose;
❒with front and rear wheels on the
flatbed of a wrecker or maintenance
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Thousands of km
Check exhaust emissions (petrol versions)
Check exhaust emissions/smoke (diesel versions)
Check antievaporation system (petrol versions)
Check engine control system operation
(through diagnosis socket)
Replace accessory drive belt/s
Replace timing belt (diesel versions) (*)
Change spark plugs (petrol versions)
Replace diesel fuel filter (diesel versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (petrol versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (diesel versions)
Change front transmission gear oil (3.2 JTS versions)
Change engine oil and oil filter (petrol versions)
(or every 2 years)
Change engine oil and oil filter (diesel versions - DPF)(**)
(or every 2 years)
Change brake fluid (or every 2 years)
Change pollen filter (or every 2 year)
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt shall be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, driving
in the city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years.
(**) Engine oil and oil filter shall actually be changed according to the conditions of use of the car and it is indicated by the relevant
message on the instrument panel display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).
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USE OF THE CAR
UNDER HEAVY
CONDITIONS
Should prevailing use of the car be un-
der one of the following specially heavy
conditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km)
and repeated with external temper-
atures below zero;
❒frequently idling engines or long dis-
tance low speed driving (e.g.: door-
to-door deliveries) or in case of a long
term inactivity;
❒urban routes;
carry out checks more frequently than
required on Service Schedule:
❒check front disk brake pad conditions
and wear;
❒check cleanness of bonnet and boot
locks and lever cleanness and lubri-
cation;
❒sight inspect the conditions of: en-
gine, gearbox, transmission, pipes
and hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes),
rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes,
etc.);
❒check battery charge and fluid level
(electrolyte);
❒visual check on various drive belt con-
ditions;
❒change engine oil and oil filter, if re-
quired;
❒check and replace pollen filter, if re-
quired;
❒check and replace air cleaner, if re-
quired.
PERIODICAL 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.
❒check light system operation (head-
lights, direction indicators, hazard
lights, etc.);
❒check windscreen wiper/washer op-
eration and windscreen/rear window
blade position/wear;
Every 3,000 km check and top up if re-
quired: engine oil level.
You are recommended to use FL Sele-
nia products, designed and produced
specifically for Alfa Romeo cars (see
table “Capacities” in section “Techni-
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T T T T
E E E E
C C C C
H H H H
N N N N
I I I I
C C C C
A A A A
L L L L

S S S S
P P P P
E E E E
C C C C
I I I I
F F F F
I I I I
C C C C
A A A A
T T T T
I I I I
O O O O
N N N N
S S S S
IDENTIFICATION DATA ......................................... 236
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS ............... 238
ENGINE ............................................................ 239
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ........................................ 240
TRANSMISSION ................................................ 240
BRAKES ............................................................ 241
STEERING.......................................................... 241
SUSPENSIONS................................................... 241
WHEELS ........................................................... 242
DIMENSIONS..................................................... 247
PERFORMANCE .................................................. 248
WEIGHTS .......................................................... 249
CAPACITIES........................................................ 250
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .................................... 251
FUEL CONSUMPTION ......................................... 253
CO
2EMISSIONS ............................................... 254

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FUEL FEED/IGNITION
2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS2.4 JTDM
Fuel feed 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.
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox
Clutch
Drive
IMPORTANTIn the event of difficult disengagement, due to significant difference of grip between front and rear axle, do
not insist with heavy accelerations: it is actually more effective an attempt of disengagement at medium slow engine rpm,
with pauses of a few seconds if several attempts are necessary.
2.2 JTS - 2.4 JTDM
Six forward gears + reverse and
synchronisers for forward
speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
Front drive3.2 JTS
Six forward gears + reverse and
synchronisers for forward
speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
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Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85
that passes API GL 4 specifications
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-90 that passes
API GL-5 specifications
Lubricant for hydrostatic transmissions that passes
“ATF DEXRON III” specification
Lithium-soap-based grease with molybdenum bisulphate.
Consistency NLGI 2
Lithium soap based grease. NLGI 0 consistency
Synthetic fluid FMVSS no. 116, DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE J-1704
CUNA NC 956-01
Protective with antifreeze action, red colour based on inhibited
monoethylen glycol and organic formula,
that passes CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications
Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC 956-11TUTELA CAR
MATRYX
TUTELA CAR
MULTIAXLE
TUTELA GI/E
TUTELA STAR 500
TUTELA
MRM ZERO
TUTELA TOP 4
PARAFLU UP
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL
SC 35Mechanical gearbox and
differential
Rear differential and
transmission unit
(3.2 JTS version)
Power steering
CV joints
on wheel side
CV joints
on differential side
Hydraulic brake and
clutch controls
Cooling circuits
Proportion:
50% water and
50% Paraflu UP
To be used diluted
or undiluted
Brake fluid
Windscreen/
headlight washer
fluid
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids Applications
for correct car operation and lubricants
Protective agent for
radiatorsLubricants and
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Towing the car ......................... 206
Towing trailers
– installing the tow hook ........ 148
Transmission ............................ 240
Trip computer ........................... 37
Turbocharger pressure gauge ...... 24
Tyres
– changing ........................... 171
– inflation pressures ................ 245
– snow tyres ......................... 150
– standard tyres ..................... 244
– understanding tyre marking .. 242
VDC system ............................ 102
Warning lights and
messages.......................... 153
Weights .................................. 249
Wheel geometry ...................... 246
Wheel rims
– understanding rim marking ... 243
Wheels
– changing ........................... 171
– technical data ..................... 242Wheels and tyres ..................... 226
Windows (cleaning)........... 68-232
Windscreen washer
– control................................ 68
– fluid level ........................... 219
Windscreen wiper
– blades ............................... 228
– control ............................... 68
– nozzle ............................... 229 – electrically adjustable
front seats ......................... 42
– manually adjustable
front seats ......................... 41
– with electric warming .......... 43
Side/taillights
– bulb replacement ......... 186-188
– control ............................... 65
Side air bags ........................... 132
Ski tunnel ............................... 81
Smart washing ........................ 69
Snow chains ............................ 151
Sound system .......................... 106
Steering .................................. 241
Steering lock ........................... 21
Steering wheel (adjustment) ..... 45
Sun curtains ............................ 83
Sun visors ............................... 83
Suspensions ............................ 241
Symbols ................................. 9
Technical Specifications....... 235
Third brake light ....................... 190
Top speeds .............................. 248