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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
CELLULAR TELEPHONES
Mobile phones and other radio trans-
ceiver equipment (e.g.: HAM radio sys-
tems and the like) shall not be used in-
side the car unless a separate aerial is
mounted.
IMPORTANTThe use of mobile
phones, HAM radio systems or other
similar devices inside the passenger
compartment (without separate aerial)
may cause electronic systems equipping
the car to malfunction. This could com-
promise safety in addition to constitut-
ing a potential hazard for the passen-
gers.
In addition, transmission and reception
of these devices may be affected by the
shielding effect of the car body.
As concerns the use of mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS) with homologa-
tion , keep strictly to the mobile
phone manufacturer’s specifications.
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.
WARNING
INSTALLATION OF
ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC
DEVICES
Electric/electronic devices installed af-
ter buying the car or in aftermarket shall
bear the and marking:
Fiat Auto S.p.A. authorizes the installa-
tion of transceivers provided that instal-
lation is carried out at a specialized
shop, workmanlike performed and in
compliance with manufacturer’s speci-
fications.
IMPORTANTInstallation of devices
resulting in modifications of car charac-
teristics may cause driving license seiz-
ing by traffic agents and also the lapse
of the warranty as concerns defects due
to the abovementioned modification or
traceable back to it directly or indirectly.
Fiat Auto S.p.A. declines all responsibil-
ity for damages caused by the installa-
tion of non-genuine accessories or not
recommended by Fiat Auto S.p.A. and
installed not in compliance with the spec-
ified requirements.
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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;
❒remove the snap-fitted plug A-fig.
56from the front bumper. If using the
flat blade screwdriver provided as stan-
dard, protect its tip with a soft cloth to
prevent damaging the car.
❒tighten the tow hook in its seat.
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
vehicle.
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Thousands of km
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 4x4 versions)
Changing engine oil and oil filter (petrol versions)
(or every 24 months) (***)
Change engine oil and oil filter (dieselversions with DPF) (**)
(or every 24 months)
Change engine oil and oil filter (dieselversions without DPF)
(or every 24 months)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 24 months)
(*) 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 warning light or
message (where provided) on the instrument panel.
(***) If the car is mainly used for town driving or in particularly harsh climate conditions and has a low annual mileage, the engine oil and filter
should be changed every 12 months.
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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-
cal specifications”).
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C C
H H
N N
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C C
A A
L L
S S
P P
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F F
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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
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL:
MINISTERIAL CERTIFICATIONS ............................. 255
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FUEL FEED/IGNITION
2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS2.4 JTDM
Fuel feed Direct injection Multijet direct injection, variable geometry
turbosupercharger and intercooler
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- 3.2 JTS 4x2
Six forward gears + reverse and
synchronisers for forward
speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
Front drive3.2 JTS 4x4
Six forward gears + reverse and
synchronisers for forward
speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
Four-wheel drive
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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
TUTELADIESEL 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 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 mixed with fuel oil
(25 cc per 10 litres)
To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen/
rear window washer/
wiper systems Brake fluid
Windscreen/
headlight washer
fluid
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids Applications
for correct car operation and lubricants
Protective agent for
radiators Lubricants and
greases
for transmission
(●)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 UP and 40% demineralized water mixture.
Additive for
diesel fuel
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85
Passes API GL 4 specifications.
QualificationFIAT 9.55550-MZ1
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-90
Passes API GL-5, ZF-TE ML 18 specifications.
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. N.L.G.I. 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 fuels with protective action for Diesel engines
Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC 956-11
QualificationFIAT 9.55522.
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Sun curtains ............................ 83
Sun visors ............................... 83
Suspensions............................ 241
Symbols................................. 9
Technical Specifications...... 235
Third brake light ...................... 190
Top speeds .............................. 248
Towing the car ......................... 206
Towing trailers ......................... 147
T.P.M.S. system ....................... 109
Transmission ........................... 240
Trip computer .......................... 37
Turbocharger pressure gauge ...... 24
Tyres
– changing ........................... 171
– inflation pressures ............... 245
– snow tyres ........................ 148
– standard tyres .................... 244
– understanding tyre marking .. 242
VDC system ........................... 100Warning lights
and messages................... 151
Weights ................................. 249
Wheel geometry ...................... 246
Wheel rims
– understanding rim marking ... 243
Wheels
– changing ........................... 171
– technical data .................... 242
Wheels and tyres ..................... 226
Windows (cleaning) ........ 68-232
Windscreen washer
– control .............................. 68
– fluid level .......................... 219
Windscreen wiper
– blades .............................. 228
– control .............................. 68
– nozzle .............................. 229 Safe lock device ...................... 14
Safety devices ......................... 115
S.B.R. system ......................... 117
Seat belts ............................... 116
Seats
– cleaning ............................ 233
– 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 ........................... 149
Sound system ......................... 104
Steering................................. 241
Steering lock ........................... 21
Steering wheel (adjustment) ..... 45
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