2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo transmission fluid

CARE AND MAINTENANCE207
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and top up the fol-
lowing if necessary:
❍engine coolant level, brake fluid and windscreen washer fluid
❍tyre pressure and condition;
❍operation of lights (headlights, direction indicators, hazard
lights, etc.);
❍operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system, position
and wear of windscreen/rearscreen wiper blades;
Every 3,000 km check the following and top-up, if necessary: en-
gine oil level.
We recommend the use of PETRONAS LUBRICANTS products, de-
signed and produced specifically for Alfa Romeo cars (see “Con-
sumables” table in chapter 6).
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
If you use the vehicle mainly under one of the following conditions:
❍trailer or caravan towing;
❍dusty roads;
❍repeated short distances (less than 7-8 km) and with exter-
nal temperatures below zero;
❍frequently idling the engine, travelling long distances at low
speeds or long term inactivity;
❍in cities;
perform the following inspections more frequently than shown on
the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❍check front disc brake pad condition and wear;
❍check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, and cleanliness and
lubrication of linkages;
❍visually inspect the condition of: engine, gearbox, transmission,
pipes and hoses (exhaust – fuel supply - brakes) rubber ele-
ments (gaiters – hoses - bushes etc.);
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Identification data .................................................................... 228
Engine codes - bodywork versions............................................... 230
Engine................................................................................... 231
Fuel system ............................................................................ 234
Transmission ........................................................................... 234
Brakes.................................................................................... 235
Suspension ............................................................................. 235
Steering ................................................................................. 235
Wheels .................................................................................. 236
Dimensions ............................................................................. 240
Performance ........................................................................... 241
Weights ................................................................................. 242
Consumables .......................................................................... 244
Fluids and lubricants ................................................................. 246
Fuel consumption.................................................................... 248
CO
2emissions ......................................................................... 249
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TECHNICAL DATA227
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Manual gearboxes and
differentials (only 1.4 Petrol, 1.4
Multi Air, 1.4 Turbo Petrol 120HP,
1.4 Turbo Multi Air 135 HP,
1.3 JTD
M-2, versions)
Manual gearbox and differentials
(1.6 JTD
Mversions,
1.4 Turbo Petrol 155HP)
Manual gearbox and differentials
(1.4 Turbo Multi Air 170 HP
Quadrifoglio verde versions)
Constant velocity joints
differential-side
Constant velocity joints
wheel-side
Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulically operated
clutches
Cooling circuits
proportions of use:
50% water
50% PARAFLU
UP(❑)
To be mixed with diesel
(25 cc per 10 litres)
To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen/
rear window washer/
wiper systems
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F010.B05
TUTELA CAR MATRYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F108.F02
TUTELA CAR GEARTECH
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F704.C08
TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F701.C07
TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F702.G07
TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F001.A93
PARAFLU
UP(●)
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F101.M01
TUTELA DIESEL ART
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F601.L06
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F201.D02
TECHNICAL DATA247
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Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85.
Passes API GL-4 specifications
FIAT 9.55550-MX3 qualification
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85.
Passes API GL-4 specifications
FIAT 9.55550-MZ1 qualification
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85.
Passes API GL-4 specifications
FIAT 9.55550-MZ3 qualification
Grease for constant velocity joints with low
friction coefficient. Consistency N.L.G.I. 0-1.
FIAT 9.55580 qualification
Molybdenum disulphide grease, for use at
high temperatures. Consistency N.L.G.I. 1-2.
FIAT 9.55580 qualification
Synthetic fluid for braking and clutch systems
Exceeds specifications: FMVSS n
°116 DOT 4, ISO 4925,
SAE J 1704. FIAT 9.55597 qualification
Inhibited mono ethylene glycol-based antifreeze protection,
red, with organic formulation.
Passes CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
Additive for diesel fuel protecting Diesel engines.
Mixture of alcohols and surfactants.
Exceeds CUNA NC 956-11 specification.
FIAT 9.55522 qualificationBrakes
Fluid
Protective
for radiators
Additive for
diesel
Fluid for
windscreen/
rearscreen/
headlight washer Lubricants and
grease for drive
transmission
system
Use Fluid qualitative specifications and lubricants Fluids and lubricants Applicationsfor correct vehicle operation original
(●) IMPORTANT Don’t use fluids with different specifications for topping up or mixing.
(❑) When the vehicle is used under particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLUUPand demineralised water.
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