2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta maintenance

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Rear window washer fig. 169
The nozzle holder is located above the rear window. The rear win-
dow washer jets are fixed.
HEADLAMP WASHERS fig. 170
(on request for versions/markets, where provided)
These are located within the front bumper. They are activated when
the dipped beam and/or main beam headlights are on and the
windscreen washer is activated.
Check the condition and cleanliness of nozzles at regular intervals.
fig. 169A0K0102mfig. 170A0K0138m

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BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The car is equipped with the best available technological solutions
to protect the bodywork against corrosion.
These are the most important:
❍paint products and systems which give the car resistance to cor-
rosion and abrasion;
❍use of galvanised (or pre-treated) steel sheets with high resis-
tance to corrosion;
❍spraying protective plastic materials in the most exposed ar-
eas: underdoor, inner mudguard parts, edges, etc.;
❍using “open” boxed sections to prevent condensation and pock-
ets of moisture from causing rust inside.
❍use of special films to protect against abrasion in exposed ar-
eas (e.g. rear wing, doors, etc.).
BODY AND UNDERBODY WARRANTY
Your car is covered by warranty against perforation, due to rust,
of any original element of the structure or bodywork. For the gen-
eral terms of this warranty, refer to your Warranty Booklet.
PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paint
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately to prevent the for-
mation of rust.
Maintenance of paintwork consists of washing the car: the fre-
quency depends on the conditions and environment where the
car is used. For example, it is advisable to wash the car more of-
ten in areas with high environmental pollution or salted roads.
To correctly wash the car:
❍remove the aerial from the roof when using a carwash;
❍in washing stations keep the steam jet/high pressure washing
nozzles at least 40 cm away from the bodywork to prevent dam-
age. It should be remembered that a build up of water could
cause damage, in the long term, to the car.
❍wash the body using a low pressure jet of water;
❍wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy solution over the body-
work, frequently rinsing the sponge;
❍rinse well with water and dry with a jet of air or chamois leather.

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IMPORTANT
Avoid parking under trees; the resin dropped by trees makes the
paintwork go opaque and increasing the possibility of corrosion.
Bird droppings must be washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly aggressive.
Windows
Use specific detergents and clean cloths to prevent scratching.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window gently with a cloth in the di-
rection of the filaments to avoid damaging the heating device.
Front headlights
Use a soft, damp cloth soaked in water and detergent for wash-
ing cars.
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g. petrol) or ketenes
(e.g. acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses of the front head-
lights.
IMPORTANT When cleaning the car with a pressure washer, keep
the water jet at least 2 cm away from the headlights.
Engine compartment
At the end of every winter, wash the engine compartment thor-
oughly, taking care not to aim the jet of water directly at the elec-
tronic control units or at the windscreen wiper motors. Have this
operation performed at a specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should take place with the engine cold
and the ignition key in the STOP position. After the wash, make
sure that the various protective devices (e.g. rubber caps and
guards) have not been removed or damaged.
Detergents cause water pollution. Only wash the
car in areas equipped for the collection and pu-
rification of the fluids used in the actual washing
process.
When drying take care to dry the least visible parts where the
water could collect most easily. Do not wash the car after it has
been left in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may alter the shine
of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the same way as the rest
of the car.
In order to preserve the aesthetic appearance of
the paintwork abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the car.

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INTERIORS
Periodically check for water puddles under the mats that could cause
the panels to rust.
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. It is advis-
able to use a moist brush on velvet upholstery. Wipe the seats with
a sponge soaked in a solution of neutral detergent and water.
LEATHER SEATS
(on request for versions/markets, where provided)
Remove the dry dirt with a buckskin or slightly damp cloth, with-
out exercising too much pressure.
Remove liquid or oil stains using a dry absorbent cloth, without rub-
bing. Then clean with a soft cloth or buckskin cloth dampened with
water and neutral soap.
If the stain persists, use specific products and observe the instruc-
tions carefully.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol. Make sure that the cleaning prod-
ucts used contain no alcohol or alcohol derivatives, even in small
quantities.
PLASTIC PARTS AND COVERS
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if possible made from
microfibre), and a solution of water and neutral, non-abrasive de-
tergent. To clean oily or persistent stains, use specific products free
from solvents and designed to maintain the original appearance
and colour of the components.
Remove any dust using a microfibre cloth, if necessary moistened
with water. The use of paper tissues is not recommended as these
may leave residues.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol or petrol to clean the glass on the
instrument panel or other plastic parts.

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Never use flammable products, such as petroleum
ether or modified petrol, to clean inside the car.
The electrostatic charges which are generated by
rubbing during cleaning may cause a fire.
Do not keep aerosol cans in the vehicle: these could
explode. Aerosol cans must not be exposed to a
temperature exceeding 50°C. When the vehicle
is exposed to sunlight, the internal temperature can great-
ly exceed this value.LEATHER UPHOLSTERY
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Use only water and neutral soap to clean these parts. Never use
alcohol or alcohol-based products.
Before using a specific product for cleaning interiors, make sure
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VIN PLATE fig. 171
It is applied to the front crossmember and shows the following
data:
B Type-approval number
C Vehicle type identification code
D Chassis number
E Maximum authorised weight of vehicle fully laden
F Maximum permitted weight of vehicle fully laden plus trailer
G Maximum permitted weight on first (front) axle
H Maximum permitted weight on second (rear) axle
I Engine type.
L Bodywork version code.
M Number for spare parts.
N Correct smoke opacity index (for diesel engines).
fig. 171A0K0024m
IDENTIFICATION DATA
The identification details of the car are:
❍VIN plate
❍Chassis marking;
❍Bodywork paint identification plate.
❍Engine marking

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CHASSIS MARKING fig. 172
This is printed on the passenger compartment floor bed near the
front right seat. Slide the hatch A forward to access.
The marking includes:
❍vehicle type (ZAR 940000)
❍chassis number
BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATION PLATE
fig. 173
It is applied under the bonnet and shows the following data:
A Paint manufacturer.
B Colour name.
C Fiat colour code.
D Re-spray and touch-up colour code.
ENGINE MARKING
This is printed onto the cylinder block and shows the type and
production serial number.
fig. 172A0K0175mfig. 173A0K0025m

940FXA1A 00
940FXA1A 00B (**)
940FXF1A05
940FXF1A 05B (**)
940FXB1A01
940FXB1A 01B (**)
940FXG1A06
940FXG1A 06B (**)
940FXC1A02
940FXD1A03
940FXD1A 03B (**)
940FXE1A04
940FXE1A 04B (**)
940FXM1A 09
940FXL1M 09B (**)
940FXL1A 08
940FXL1A 08B (**)
940FXH1A07
940FXH1A 07B (**)
198A4000
940A6000
940A2000
955A8000
940A1000
940A3000
940A4000
940A8000
940A5000
940A7000
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ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS
Engine code Bodywork versions
1.4 Turbo Petrol
1.4 Turbo Petrol (*)
1.4 Turbo Multi Air
1.4 Turbo Multi Air (*)
1750 Turbo Petrol
1.6 JTDM
2.0 JTDM
2.0 JTDM136 HP (*)
2.0 JTDM140 HP (*)
2.0 JTDM163 HP (*)
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
(**) Versions with oversized brake calipers