2008 Alfa Romeo GT brake

CAR MAINTENANCE
228
Do not travel with the
windscreen washer reser-
voir empty: the action of
the windscreen washer is funda-
mental for improving vision.
To avoid damaging the
pump motor, do not use the
windscreen/rearscreen
washers when the reservoir is
empty.
Some commercial addi-
tives for windscreen wash-
ers are inflammable. The
engine compartment contains hot
components which may set it on
fire.
IMPORTANTBrake and hydraulic clutch
fluid is hygroscopic (i.e. it absorbs moisture).
For this reason, if the car is mainly used in
areas with a high degree of atmospheric hu-
midity, the fluid should be replaced at more
frequent intervals than specified in the
Scheduled Maintenance Programme.
WINDSCREEN/REARSCREEN
HEADLIGHT WASHER FLUID
(fig. 13)
Open the cap (A) and check the level in
the reservoir.
If necessary top up using a mixture of wa-
ter and TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC
35fluid as follows:
– 30% of TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35and 70% water in summer; Brake and clutch fluid is
poisonous and highly cor-
rosive. In the event of ac-
cidental contact, wash the parts
concerned immediately with neu-
tral soap and water, then rinse
thoroughly. See a doctor at once if
the fluid is swallowed.
Theπsymbol on the con-
tainer indicates synthetic
brake fluid, distinguishing
it from the mineral kind. Using min-
eral fluids irreversibly damages the
special braking system rubber
seals.
fig. 13
A0A0242b
– 50% of TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35and 50% water in winter;
– in the case of temperatures below
–20°C use TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35fluid neat. Make sure that the high-
ly corrosive brake fluid
does not drip onto the
paintwork. If it does, wash it off
immediately with water.

CAR MAINTENANCE
234
Alloy rim painting involv-
ing temperatures exceed-
ing 150 °C should be
avoided since wheel mechanical
characteristics could be impaired. Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from
the right of the car to the
left and vice versa.Excessive low pressure
causes overheating of the
tyre with the possibility of
serious damage to it.Remember that car road
holding also depends on
correct tyre inflation pres-
sure.
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel sup-
ply rubber hoses are concerned, carefully fol-
low the Scheduled Maintenance Pro-
gramme. Indeed, ozone, high temperatures
and the prolonged lack of fluid in the sys-
tem may cause hardening and cracking of
the hoses, with possible leaks. Careful con-
trol is therefore necessary.
IMPORTANT NOTES
– Where possible, avoid sudden braking,
tyre squealing starts, violent bumps against
kerbs, potholes or obstacles of various kinds.
Prolonged driving on rough roads may dam-
age the tyres;
– Routinely check the tyres for cuts on the
sides, swellings or uneven tread wear. If nec-
essary contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser-
vices;
– Avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to the
wheels and tyres;
– If a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and change it to avoid damage to the tyre
itself, the rim, suspensions and steering sys-
tem;
– Tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are a sign
of aging. 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 compact spare wheel;
– In case of replacement, always fit new
tyres, avoiding those of dubious origin;

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
245
Service brakes:– front
– rear
Parking brake
BRAKES
Front
Rear
Type
Turning radius
(between pavements) m
1.8 T. SPARK - 2.0 JTS - 3.2 V6 - JTD16V
rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
11.5
SUSPENSION
STEERING SYSTEM
1.8 T. SPARK - 2.0 JTS - 3.2 V6- JTD16V
Disk
Disk
Controlled by hand lever, acting on the rear brakes
1.8 T. SPARK - 2.0 JTS - 3.2 V6 - JTD16V
quadrilateral system with stabiliser bar
Mc Pherson type

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
251
Kerb weight
(with fuel oil and fluids,
spare wheel, tools
and accessories) kg
Payload (*) including
driver kg
Max permissible
weights (**):
– front axle kg
– rear axle kg
– total kg
Towable weights:
– braked trailer kg
– trailer without brake kg
Maximum load on ball
(braked trailer) kg
WEIGHTS
(*) With special equipment (trailer towing device, etc.) the loadless weight increases, thereby reducing the payload, with regard to the maximum permissi-
ble loads.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. It is the driver’s responsibility to place goods in the boot and/or on the loading surface in accordance with the maximum
permissible loads.
JTD16V
1320
520
990
980
1885
1300
400
60
3.2V6
1410
520
1040
980
1930
1400
400
60
2.0 JTS
1320
520
980
980
1840
1300
400
60
1.8 T. SPARK
1290
520
980
980
1810
1300
400
60

REFILLING
2.0JTS
Selespeed
63 (
▲)
7 (▲)
7,2
4.4
(❍)
2.0
0.6
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
3.2V6
63 (▲)
7 (▲)
7.2
5.9
(❍)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
1.8 T.
SPARK
63 (▲)
7 (▲)
7.2
4.4 (❏)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
2.0JTS
63 (
▲)
7 (▲)
7.2
4.4
(❍)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
252
JTD16V
63 (■)
7 (■)
7.2
4.5 (
●)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
Fuel tank: litres
– including a reserve of litres
Engine cooling system litres
Oil sump and filter litres
Mechanical transmission/differential litres
Selespeed transmission litres
Hydraulic power steering litres
Hydraulic brake circuit
with ABS litres
Windscreen washer and rearscreen
washer fluid reservoir litres
– with headlamp washer litresRecommended products and
genuine lubricants
(▲)Unleaded petrol with no less than
95 R.O.N
(■)Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(Specification EN590)
Mixture of distilled water
andPARAFLU UP at 50%
(❏)SELENIA 20 K for Alfa Romeo(❍)SELENIA RACING(●)SELENIA WR
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
TUTELA CAR CS SPEED
TUTELA GI/A
TUTELA TOP 4
for Alfa Romeo
Mixture of water and fluid
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
254
Brake fluid
Protective agent for radiators
Windscreen and rear window
washer fluid Lubricants and greases for
transmissions Use
Fluid and lubricant specifications
for correct car operation
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85
that passes API GL-4 PLUS, FIAT 9.55550
Lubricant for automatic transmissions that passes
“ATF DEXRON II D LEV” specification
Specific fluid for gear selector electrohydraulic actuators
Molibdenum disulphide, lithium soap based grease.
Synthetic fluid, F.M.V.S.S. n. 116, DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE J-1704
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 and surfactants CUNA NC 956-11Genuine fluids
and lubricants
TUTELA
CAR TECHNYX
TUTELA GI/A
TUTELA CAR CS SPEED
TUTELA STAR 500
TUTELA TOP 4
for Alfa Romeo
PARAFLU
UP
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35Applications
Mechanical gearbox and
differential
Hydraulic power steering
Selespeed
electrohydraulic actuator
CV joints
on wheel side
Brake and clutch
hydraulic controls
Cooling circuits.
Proportion:
50% down to –35° C.
Not to be mixed with
products having different
formulas.
To be used diluted or
undiluted

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
260
I I
N N
D D
E E
X X
ABS system .............................. 134
Accessories purchased by the user .. 127
Additional stop light (third stop) .... 200
Air bags ..................................... 38
Air cleaner .................................. 229
Alfa Romeo CODE ........................ 6
Armrest
- front ..................................... 17
- rear ...................................... 22
Ashtray
- front ........................................ 124
- rear ......................................... 125
ASR (system) ............................. 138
Battery
- advice for preserving
the charge ............................. 232
- checking the charge ........... 212-231
- replacement ........................... 232
Body (maintenance) ................... 236
Body versions ............................. 241 Bonnet ...................................... 131
Boot
- extension .............................. 19
- lighting ................................. 129
- luggage net ........................... 22
- opening from inside ................ 128
- opening with remotecontrol ..8-128
- restraining the load ................. 130
- tailgate closing ....................... 129
- warnings for carrying luggage ... 130
Boot light
- changing bulbs ....................... 204
Brakes ....................................... 245
Braking lights (third stop)
- changing bulbs ....................... 199
Bulbs
- general instructions ................. 193
- replacement ........................... 192
- type of bulbs .......................... 193
Card and glass holder ................. 125
Car maintenance.................... 216
Cell phones (provision) ................ 126
Changing a wheel .................. 181-183 Changing bulbs
- general instructions ................. 192
- types of bulbs ........................ 193
Checking levels ........................... 222
Cigar lighter ............................... 124
Cleaning and maintenance
- body ..................................... 236
- car interior ............................. 238
- engine compartment ............... 238
- windows ............................... 238
Climate control system ................. 81
Climate control system,
automatic two-zone .................. 89
Clock ......................................... 68
Controls ..................................... 106
CO
2emissions ............................ 256
CODE card .................................. 7
Correct use of the car........... 169
Courtesy light
- changing bulbs ....................... 203
Cruise Control ............................. 49

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
261
Dashboard ................................ 52
Diesel fuel filter ........................... 229
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........ 167
Digital multifunction display .......... 58
Dimensions ................................ 250
Direction indicators
- changing front bulbs ................ 198
- changing rear bulbs ................. 199
- changing side bulbs ................. 198
- switching on .......................... 46
Door locking system .................... 107
Door mirrors ............................... 23
Doors ........................................ 15
Electronic alarm system .............. 11
Emergency starting ...................... 179
- coasting ................................ 181
- starting with an auxiliary
battery .................................. 180
Engine codes/body versions ......... 241
Engine
- identification codes ................. 241
- marking ................................ 241
- specifications ......................... 242
Engine compartment - bonnet .................................. 131
- washing ................................ 238
Engine oil consumption ................ 224
Engine starting ........................... 169
Environmental protection .............. 168
EOBD (system) ........................... 140
External lights (switching on) ....... 44
First-aid kit ................................ 215
Fix &Go Automatic (device) ......... 186
Flashing high beams .................... 45
Fluids and lubricants .................... 253
Follow me home device ............... 46
Foglights
- changing bulbs ....................... 196
- switching on .......................... 106
Front ceiling light ........................ 121
- changing bulbs ....................... 201
Front fog lights
- changing bulbs ....................... 196
- switching on .......................... 106
Fuel consumption ........................ 255
Fuel flap .................................... 167
Fuel supply ................................ 243
Fuses ........................................ 205
Getting to know your car... 6
Glove compartment ..................... 121
Glove compartment light
- changing bulbs ....................... 203
Handbrake ............................... 108
Hazard warning lights
- switching on .......................... 106
Headlamp beam adjustment ......... 108
Headlight washers ................. 49-236
Headlights
- adjustment abroad .................. 133
- compensation for tilt .......... 108-132
Headrests
- front ..................................... 18
- rear ...................................... 21
Heating and climate
control system ......................... 81
Hoses ........................................ 234
Identification data ...................... 240
Ignition device ............................ 14
Ignition switch and
steering lock ....................... 14-15
In an emergency.................... 179