2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo service interval

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR15
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Low engine oil pressure (red)
When the key is turned to MAR the warning light
comes on, but should go out as soon as the engine is
started. There is sometimes a brief delay before the warn-
ing light goes out. In the event of insufficient oil pressure (warn-
ing light remains on constantly) the display will show the dedicat-
ed message.
Oil degraded (Diesel versions)
The warning light flashes when the system detects that the en-
gine oil has degraded.
After the initial signalling, each time the engine is started, the
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warning light will continue to flash cyclically for 3 minutes with
intervals of 5 seconds with the warning light OFF until the oil is
changed.
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If warning light vis flashing, go to a Alfa
Romeo Authorised Service immediately to have the
engine oil changed and the warning light in the in-
strument panel will go out. Failure to do so may adversely
affect the validity of the warranty.
Electric power steering failure (red)
This warning light comes on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few sec-
onds.
If the warning light (or symbol on the display) remains on, you will
not have steering assistance and the effort required to operate
the steering wheel will be increased. Steering is, however, possi-
ble. In this case contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser-
vice. The display will show the dedicated message.g
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40GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
Ser vice (Scheduled ser vicing)
This function allows you to view information on car servicing de-
pending on kilometres travelled or daily intervals.
With the Service function it is also possible to view the interval
(in kilometres or miles) before the next engine oil change is due.
This information can be consulted as follows:
– briefly press MENU ESC: the display shows service requirements
in km or mi according to the previous setting (see paragraph “Dis-
tance unit of measurement”);
– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen.IMPORTANT The “Planned Maintenance Programme” requires the
vehicle to be serviced every 30,000 km (for petrol versions), or
every 35,000 km (for diesel versions). This message is displayed
automatically when the key is turned to MAR, from 2,000 km
(or equivalent value in miles) from the mileage when the next ser-
vice is due and is re-displayed every 200 km (or equivalent value
in miles). The indications will appear more frequently when there
are less than 200 km left. The indication will appear in kilome-
tres or miles according to the unit of measurement settings. When
the next scheduled service operation is approaching, the message
“Service” will appear on the display followed by the number of
kilometres or miles left, when the key is turned to MAR. Go to an
Alfa Romeo Authorised Service where the “Scheduled Service” op-
erations will be performed and the message will be reset.
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198CARE AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance is essential for ensuring long car life under the
best conditions.
Alfa Romeo has prepared a series of checks and service opera-
tions to be carried out every 30,000 kilometres (for petrol ver-
sions) or every 35,000 kilometres (for diesel versions).
In between these services it is still necessary to adhere to the in-
structions in the Scheduled Service Plan (e.g. regularly check the
fluid levels and tyre pressure etc.).
Scheduled Service operations should be carried out at an
Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider according to a set time
schedule. If, during each operation, in addition to the ones pro-
grammed, the need arises for further replacements or repairs, these
may be carried out only with the explicit agreement of the Cus-
tomer.
If your car is used frequently for towing, the interval between one
service operation and the next should be reduced.IMPORTANT NOTES❍At 2000 km from the next service operation the display will
show a message.
❍Scheduled Service operations are required by the manufactur-
er. Failure to carry them out may invalidate the warranty.
❍It is advisable to inform your Alfa Romeo Authorised Service
Provider of any small faults without waiting for the next sched-
uled service.
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200CARE AND MAINTENANCE
2 If the car is mainly used in cities or travels less than 10,000 km a year, change the engine oil and filter every
12 months.
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1 For 1.4 Turbo Petrol versions, in order to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the
engine, it is essential to observe the following:
- only use spark plugs specifically certified for Turbo Petrol engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand
(see the “Engine” paragraph);
- adhere strictly to the spark plug replacement intervals detailed in the Scheduled Service Plan;
- it is advisable to have this carried out by an Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
Thousands of kilometres
Check exhaust emissions
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic socket)
Replace auxiliary drive belt/s
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)
Replace spark plugs 1
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine oil and oil filter (or every 24 months) 2
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 24 months)
(*) Regardless of the number of kilometres covered, the timing belt should 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.
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Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 5W-40 ACEA C3.
FIAT 9.55535-S2 Classification
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 5W-30
FIAT 9.55535-S1 Classification
TECHNICAL DATA237
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For diesel engines, in emergency cases where genuine products are not available, lubricants with min. performance
ACEA C2; are acceptable. If this is the case, the best engine performance is not guaranteed. We recommend replacing the lubricant as soon as possi-
ble at an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider.
The use of products with characteristics that are not up to ACEA C3 and ACEA C2 standard could cause engine damage not covered by the warranty.
SELENIA StAR P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference N
°F603.C07
SELENIA WR P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference N
°F510.D07
According to
Scheduled
Servicing Plan
According to
Scheduled
Servicing Plan
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Use Fluid qualitative specifications Fluids and lubricants Interval
and lubricants for correct original replacement
vehicle operation
Lubricants
for petrol
engines
Lubricants for
diesel engines
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