2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo spare wheel

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❍operate device A-fig. 7 to extend the jack, until the upper part
B-fig. 8 inserts correctly into device C;
❍warn anybody nearby that the car is about to be lifted. They
must stay clear and not touch the car until it is back on the
ground;
❍insert handle D-fig. 7 into the housing on device A, operate the
jack and lift the vehicle until the wheel is several centimetres
off the ground;
❍make sure that the contact surfaces on the small spare wheel
are clean and free of impurities which may subsequently cause
the retaining bolts to loosen;
❍fit the small spare wheel by inserting the first bolt for two
threads into the hole closest to the inflation valve;
❍use wrench A-fig. 5 to fully tighten the retaining bolts;
❍operate jack handle D-fig. 7 to lower the vehicle. Remove the
jack;
fig. 7A0J0062mfig. 8A0J0061m
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166IN AN EMERGENCY
fig. 9A0J0271mfig. 10A0J0180m
❍use wrench A-fig. 5, to fully tighten the retaining bolts, tight-
ening first one bolt and then the diametrically opposite bolt,
following the sequence shown in fig. 9;
❍when replacing an alloy wheel it is advisable to place it upside
down, with the aesthetic part facing upwards.
REMOVING THE SUBWOOFER (versions with
HI-FI bose system, where provided)
IMPORTANT The following procedure only applies to vehicles
equipped with Bose Hi-Fi systems with Subwoofer (where provid-
ed).
On these versions the tools for replacing the wheel are found in a
dedicated bag in the luggage compartment.
Subwoofer and small spare wheel
Proceed as follows to remove the Subwoofer:
❍open the luggage compartment, pull tab A-fig. 2 and lift up the
mat;
❍undo locking device A-fig. 10 and lift up the Subwoofer. Then re-
move connection cable B from Velcro attachment C;
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❍rest the Subwoofer to one side in the luggage compartment,
remove the container and take out the small spare wheel;
❍replace the wheel as described previously.
After tyre replacement:
❍reposition the container (with the arrow pointing forwards) and
place the Subwoofer on top of it, taking care to arrange it ac-
cording to the indications on the container (fig. 11) so that the
word “BOSE” is read in the correct position;
❍rest cable B-fig. 10 in Velcro Attachment C to avoid pinching it.
Then tighten locking device A-fig. 3. Replace the luggage com-
partment mat.
Subwoofer and “Fix&Go Automatic Kit”
fig. 12
Locating the Fix&Go Automatic Kit:
❍open the luggage compartment, pull tab A-fig. 2 and lift up the
mat;
❍take the automatic Fix&Go Automatic kit located on the right
side of the luggage compartment (fig. 12);
❍inflate the wheel (see paragraph entitled“Fix&Go Automatic
Kit”).
fig. 11A0J0260mfig. 12A0J0239m
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REFITTING THE WHEEL
Following the procedure described previously, raise the car and re-
move the small spare wheel.
Proceed as follows:
❍make sure the contact surfaces between spare wheel and hub
are clean so that the fastening bolts will not come loose;
❍tighten the retaining bolts using wrench A-fig. 4;
❍lower the car and remove the jack;
❍use wrench A-fig. 4 to fully tighten the bolts, following the se-
quence shown in fig. 9;
❍for versions with steel rims: secure the wheel hub to the rim;
❍for versions with alloy rims with hub cap: align the pin on the
cap with the seat on the rim.
After tyre replacement:stow the small spare wheel in
the space provided in the boot; place the jack and other tools
into their container; place the container, complete with tools on
the small spare wheel; replace the luggage compartment mat.
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CONSUMERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE
Parking sensors control unit, Tyre pressure
detection control unit, Rain/dusk sensor
on rear-view mirror, Electro-chrome sensor
on rear-view mirror, Seat belts fastened
warning light display on rear-view mirror,
Control panel illumination (Central control
panel, Driver-side control panel, Steering wheel
control panel, Blue&Me
TMcontrol panel),
Front seat heating pad activation switch,
Alarm system volume-sensing sensors control unit,
Electric sunroof control unit,
PND socket on dashboard
Air Bag system control unit
Clutch switch, Brake light
switch, relay coils on
engine fuse box, Control system on
internal heater/air conditioning unit,
Blue&Me
TMcontrol unit,
Radio wiring, Air flow meter,
Water in diesel fuel sensor
Instrument panel
Bose HI-FI system amplifier control unit
Bassbox subwoofer in spare wheel compartment
Left and right front seat heater
Electric sunroof opening system
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE213
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WHEELS AND TYRES
Before embarking on a long trip check the tyre inflation pressure
(and small spare wheel); check the pressure with the tyres cold.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 5:
A normal pressure: evenly worn tread.
B low pressure: tread particularly worn on the edges.
C excessive pressure: tread particularly worn in the middle.
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than 1.6 mm
thick.IMPORTANT NOTES
Take the following precautions to prevent damage to the tyres:❍avoid braking suddenly, racing starts and violent knocks against
the curb, potholes or other obstacles and driving for extended
periods on unsurfaced roads;
❍check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swelling or ir-
regular tread wear;
❍avoid travelling with the vehicle overloaded. If you puncture a
tyre, stop immediately and replace it;
❍have the tyres checked by specialised personnel if they have
been fitted for longer than 6 years. Remember to check the
spare wheel very carefully;
❍change the position of the tyres every 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same side of the vehicle to avoid
inverting the direction of rotation.
fig. 5A0J0136m
ABC
Remember that the road holding qualities of your
car also depend on the correct inflation pressure
of the tyres.
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TECHNICAL DATA229
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WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless radial carcass tyres. All ap-
proved tyres are listed in the Log Book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepancies between the information
provided in this Owner’s handbook and the Log book, consider
the specifications shown in the log book only.
Respect the prescribed size to ensure safety of the car when mov-
ing. Fit tyres of the same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes with Tubeless tyres.
SMALL SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim Tubeless tyre.
READING TYRE MARKINGS fig. 4
Example: 195/55 R 16 91 V
195 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm between sidewalls).
55 = Height/width ratio (H/S) in percentage.
R = Radial tyre.
16 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
91 = Load rating (capacity).
V = Maximum speed rating.
fig. 4A0J0139m
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135/70 R16 4B x 16 ET 15
135/70 R16 4B x 16 ET 15
135/70 R16 4B x 16 ET 15
TECHNICAL DATA231
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195/55 R16 87 H 195/55 R16 87 H (M+S)
205/45 R17 88W XL 205/45 R17 88 H (M+S)
215/45 R17 87W (*) 215/45 R17 87 H (M+S)
215/40 R18 89W XL (*) 215/40 R18 89 H (M+S)
195/55 R16 87 V 195/55 R16 87 H (M+S)
205/45 R17 88W XL 205/45 R17 88 H (M+S)
215/45 R17 87W (*) 215/45 R17 87 H (M+S)
215/40 R18 89W XL (*) 215/40 R18 89 H (M+S)
195/55 R16 87 H 195/55 R16 87 H (M+S)
205/45 R17 88W XL 205/45 R17 88 H (M+S)
215/45 R17 87W (*) 215/45 R17 87 H (M+S)
215/40 R18 89W XL (*) 215/40 R18 89 H (M+S
Versions fitted with 195/55 R16” and 205/45 R17” tyres can be fitted with reduced bulk snow chains with a maximum protrusion from the tyres
of 9 mm.
(*) Cannot be used with snow chains
7Jx16 ET 39
7Jx17 ET 39
7Jx17 ET 39
7
1/2 Jx18 ET 42
7Jx16 ET 39
7Jx17 ET 39
7Jx17 ET 39
7
1/2 Jx18 ET 42
7Jx16 ET 39
7Jx17 ET 39
7Jx17 ET 39
7
1/2 Jx18 ET 42
Versions Rims Tyres Spare wheel
Provided Snow tyres Tyre Rim
1.4 Petrol
1.4 Turbo
Petrol
1.3 JTDM1.6 JTDM
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