2009 Alfa Romeo 159 steering wheel

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USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE
Heated rear window F40 30 56
Defrosting of external mirrors/heated windshield relay coil F41 7.5 56
Brake branch point power (ABS/VDC) –
Steering angle branch point – Yawing sensor F42 7.5 56
Windshield wiper/washer F43 30 56
Front cigar lighter on central console F44 10 56
Supply of socket in the boot F45 15 56
Sunroof F46 20 56
Power supply of driver door node F47 20 56
Power supply of passenger door nodes F48 30 56
+ Key for wheel node/Sunroof control unit/
Front and rear ceiling lights/Cvs/Blue&Me node/Volumetric/
Left and right seat F49 7.5 56
Air Bag system F50 7.5 56
Supply under key for Telematic info node/
Automatic gearbox node/Additional heater/
Left dashboard controls/ START/STOP button,
Parking sensors control unit/Electrochromatic mirror/
Blue&Me node/Car radio prearrangement/AQS/Cruise Control F51 7.5 56
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Do not start the engine
when towing the car.
WARNING
Before fitting the hook,
clean accurately its
threaded seat. Before starting
to tow, make sure to have
tighten the hook.
WARNING
Before starting to tow,
disengage the steering
lock (see paragraph “Ignition de-
vice” in section “Dashboard and
controls”). When towing, re-
member that without the help of
the brake booster and power
steering, a greater effort is re-
quired on the pedal and steer-
ing wheel. Do not use flexible ca-
bles for towing and avoid jerks.
During towing operations make
sure that fastening the joint to
the car does not damage the
components in contact with it.
When towing the car, you must
comply with the specific traffic
regulations regarding the tow
ring and how to tow on the road.
WARNING
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Do not travel with the
windscreen washer
reservoir empty. The wind-
screen washer is fundamental
for improving visibility.
WARNING
Certain commercial ad-
ditives for windscreen
washers are inflammable. The
engine compartment contains
hot components which may set
it on fire.
WARNINGPOWER STEERING FLUID
fig. 13-14
Check that the fluid level in the reservoir
is at maximum level: this operation shall
be carried out with the car on level sur-
face, engine not running and cold.
Check that the fluid level is at the MAX
mark on the reservoir or at the top mark
(maximum level) shown on the dipstick
under the reservoir cap.
A0E0027mfig. 13 1.8 - 1.9 JTS - 2.2 JTS -
2.4 JTDMversions
A0E0234mfig. 14 3.2 JTS - 1.9 JTDM8V-
1.9 JTDM16Vversions
If the fluid level in the reservoir is below
the specified level, top up as follows:
❒start the engine and wait until the flu-
id level in the reservoir has stabilized;
❒with the engine started, turn repeat-
edly the steering wheel fully right-
wards and leftwards;
❒top up until reaching the MAXmark
then refit the cap.
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Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 17:
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.
A0E0120mfig. 17
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Upholstery of your car
has been designed to
withstand wear deriv-
ing from common use of the car.
You are however recommended
to avoid strong and/or contin-
uous scratching with clothing
accessories such as metallic
buckles, studs, Velcro fasten-
ings and the like, since these
items cause circumscribed stress
of the cover fabric that could
lead to yarn breaking, and dam-
age the cover as a consequence.
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INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
Clean plastic parts with a cloth moist-
ened with water and non-abrasive neu-
tral detergent. To remove grease or hard
stains, use appropriate products de-
signed to preserve the appearance of
components.
IMPORTANTNever use spirit or pe-
troleum to clean the instrument panel
or other plastic parts.
Never use flammable
products like oil ether
or rectified petrol for cleaning
car interiors. Electrostatic dis-
charges generated by rubbing
during cleaning operations
could cause fire.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol
cans in the car: they
might explode. Aerosol cans
must never be exposed to a
temperature above 50°C. The
temperature inside the car ex-
posed to the sun may go well
beyond that figure.
WARNING
STEERING WHEEL/
GEAR LEVER KNOB WITH
GENUINE LEATHER
COVERING
(optional for versions/
markets where applicable)
These components shall only be cleaned
with water and neutral soap. Never use
spirit or alcohol-based products.
Before using special products for clean-
ing interiors, read carefully label in-
structions and indications to make sure
they are free from spirit and/or alcohol-
based substances.
If when cleaning the windscreen with
special glass products, some drops fall
on the leather covering of the steering
wheel/gear lever knob remove them
immediately and then clean with wa-
ter and neutral soap.
IMPORTANTTake the utmost care
when engaging the steering lock to pre-
vent scratching the leather covering.
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TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ........................................ 250
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS ............... 252
ENGINE.......................................................... 253
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ........................................ 255
TRANSMISSION............................................... 255
BRAKES........................................................... 256
STEERING........................................................ 256
SUSPENSIONS.................................................. 256
WHEELS.......................................................... 257
DIMENSIONS.................................................... 261
PERFORMANCE................................................. 263
WEIGHTS......................................................... 264
CAPACITIES...................................................... 266
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS................................... 267
FUEL CONSUMPTION......................................... 269
CO
2EMISSIONS.............................................. 270
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL:
MINISTERIAL CERTIFICATIONS ............................. 271
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TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85
that passes API GL 4 specifications.
QualificationFIAT 9.55550-MZ1
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-90 that passes
API GL-5 specifications, ZF-TE ML 18.
QualificationFIAT 9.55550-DA3
Lubricant for automatic transmissions that passes
"ATF DEXRON III" specification.
QualificationFIAT 9.55550-AG2.
Grease containing Molybdenum bisulphide for high temperature
appliances. NLGI 1-2 consistency.
QualificationFIAT 9.55580.
Grease for homokinetic joints with low friction coefficient.
NLGI 0-1 consistency.
QualificationFIAT 9.55580.
Synthetic fluid for Brake and clutch controls FMVSS n° 116
DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE J1704, CUNA NC 956-01
QualificationFIAT 9.55597.
Protective with antifreeze action, red colour based on inhibited
monoethylen glycol and organic formula, that passes
CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
QualificationFIAT 9.555523.
Additive for diesel fuel, protecting Diesel engines.
Mixture of alcohol and surfactants CUNA NC 956-11.
QualificationFIAT 9.55522.TUTELA CAR
MATRYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F108.F02
TUTELA
MULTIAXLE
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F426.E06
TUTELA GI/EContractual Technical
Reference N° F001.C94
TUTELA ALL STARContractual Technical
Reference N° F702.G07
TUTELA STAR 700Contractual Technical
Reference N° F701.C07
TUTELA TOP 4Contractual Technical
Reference N° F001.A93
PARAFLU UP (●)Contractual Technical
Reference N° F101.M01
TUTELA DIESEL ARTContractual Technical
Reference N° F601.L06
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F201.D02
Mechanical gearbox
and differential
Rear differential and
transmission unit
(3.2 JTS 4X4 and 2.4
JTD
M4x4 version)
Power steering
CV joints
on wheel side
CV joints
on differential side
Brake and clutch
hydraulic controls
Radiator antifreeze
proportion:
50% water and
50%PARAFLU UP
(❏)
To be mixed with fuel oil
(25 cc per 10 litres)
To be used diluted
or undiluted
Lubricants and
greases
for transmission
Windscreen/
headlight washer
fluid Protective agent
for radiators Brake fluid
(●)IMPORTANTDo not top up or mix with fluids having different specifications from those described here.
(
❏) For particularly hard climate conditions, we recommend use of a 60% PARAFLU UPand 40% demineralized water mixture.
Additive for
diesel fluid
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids Applications
for correct car operation and lubricants
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SOUND SYSTEM
FADER adjustment ..................................................... 305
LOUDNESS function ................................................... 305
Antitheft protection ................................................... 305
RADIO (Tuner) .......................................................... 306
Introduction............................................................. 306
Selecting the frequency band ...................................... 306
Presetting buttons ..................................................... 306
Storing the last station heard ...................................... 306
Automatic tuning ...................................................... 307
Manual tuning .......................................................... 307
AUTOSTORE function ................................................. 307
Emergency alarm reception........................................ 308
EON function ............................................................ 308
Stereophonic stations ................................................ 308
Menu ...................................................................... 308
- MENU button functions............................................ 308
- AF SWITCHING function............................................ 309
- TRAFFIC INFO function............................................. 309
- REGIONAL MODE function......................................... 310
- MP3 DISPLAY function............................................. 310
- SPEED VOLUME function........................................... 311
- EXTERNAL AUDIO VOL function.................................. 311
- RADIO OFF function................................................. 311
- RESTORE DEFAULT function ....................................... 311
S S
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Y Y
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T T
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INTRODUCTION......................................................... 295
Advice..................................................................... 295
- Road safety ............................................................ 295
- Reception conditions ................................................ 295
- Care and maintenance............................................. 295
- Compact Disc ......................................................... 296
Technical data .......................................................... 297
HI-FI Bose System .................................................... 298
QUICK GUIDE ........................................................... 299
Steering wheel controls .............................................. 301
General................................................................... 302
- Radio section .......................................................... 302
- Compact Disc section............................................... 302
- MP3 CD section...................................................... 302
- Audio section .......................................................... 302
FUNCTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS................................... 303
Turning the sound system on ...................................... 303
Turning the sound system off ...................................... 303
Selecting Radio/CD/CD Changer ................................. 303
Audio source memory function.................................... 303
Volume adjustment ................................................... 303
SPEED VOLUME function ............................................ 303
MUTE/PAUSE function ............................................... 304
Audio adjustments .................................................... 304
Bass/Treble adjustment ............................................. 304
Balance adjustment ................................................... 304
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