2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo gearbox

158STARTING UP AND DRIVING
SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which may help you to save fuel and
lower the amount of toxic emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled servicing plan”.
Tyres
Check tyre pressure regularly, at least once every four weeks: ex-
cessively low pressure will increase fuel consumption because rolling
resistance will be higher.
Unnecessar y loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of the car and
its ride setting greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
Press the clutch pedal fully to change gears cor-
rectly. For this reason, there must be no obstacles
on the floor under the pedals: ensure that any rub-
ber mats are correctly positioned, and do not interfere
with the pedals
Do not drive with your hand resting on the gear
lever, because this pressure, even if light, can wear
out the gearbox internal components over time.
IMPORTANT Reverse may only be engaged when the car is at a
standstill. With the engine on, wait at least 3 seconds with the
clutch pressed down before engaging reverse gear to prevent it
from scraping.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE207
5
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.);

234TECHNICAL DATA
FUEL SYSTEM
TRANSMISSION
Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s tech-
nical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
Five forward gears plus reverse with synchronisers
for forward gears
Self-adjusting with pedal without idle stroke
FrontSix forward gears plus reverse with synchronisers
for forward gears
Self-adjusting with pedal without idle stroke
Front
Phased sequential
electronic
Multipoint injection
with detonation controlElectronically-controlled
Multipoint phased
sequential electronic
injection with turbo
and intercoolerPhased electronic
sequential injection with
detonation control and
variable activation
of intake valvesMultijet “Common Rail”
direct electronic injection
with turbo
and intercooler
1.4 Multi Air 1.4 Petrol 1.4 Turbo Petrol 1.3 JTDM-2- 1.6 JTDM
1.4 Turbo Multi Air
Fuel system
1.4 Turbo Multi Air 1.4 Multi Air - 1.4 Petrol
1.4 Turbo Petrol 120HP - 1.3 JTD
M-21.4 Turbo Petrol 155HP
1.4 Turbo Multi Air 170HP Quadrifoglio Verde
1.6 JTDM
Gearbox
Clutch
Drive

Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 R.O.N
(Specification EN228)
Mixture of 50% demineralised water
and 50% PARAFLU
UP(▲)
SELENIA StAR P.E.
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
(1.4 Petrol, 1.4 Multi Air, 1.4 Turbo
Petrol,1.4 Turbo Multi Air 135HP,
1.3 JTD
M-2versions)
TUTELA CAR MATRYX
(1.4 Turbo Petrol 155HP versions)
TUTELA TRANSMISSION GEARFORCE
(1.4 Turbo Multi Air 170HP,
1.6 JTD
Mversions)
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and fluid
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35
45 –
5 - 7 –
6.0 –
3.1 2.65
3.5 3.0
1.87 1.7
–0.5
2.2
(4.5) –
CONSUMABLES
(▲) When the vehicle is used under particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLUUPand demineralised water
(***) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washer
45 –
5 - 7 –
5.2 –
2.75 2.4
2.9 2.6
1.6 –
–0.5
2.2
(4.5) –45 –
5 - 7 –
5.2 –
3.1 2.65
3.4 2.9
1.6 –
–0.5
2.2
(4.5) –
244TECHNICAL DATA
1.4 Multi Air 1.4 Turbo Multi Air1.4 Petrol Recommended fuels
and original lubricants
litres kg litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank:
including a reserve of:
Engine cooling system– with climate control:
Engine sump:
Engine sump
and filter:
Gearbox/differential casing:
Hydraulic brake circuit withABS system
Windscreen/rearscreen
headlight washer
reservoir: (***):

45 ()–
5 - 7 –
5.7 –
4.3 3.8
4.6 4.0
1.87 1.7
–0.5
3
(6) –Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 R.O.N
(Specification EN228)
(
) Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(Specification EN590)
Mixture of 50% demineralised water
and 50% PARAFLU
UP(▲)
SELENIA StAR P.E. (petrol versions)
SELENIA WR P.E. (diesel versions)
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
(1.4 Petrol, 1.4 Multi Air, 1.4 Turbo
Petrol,1.4 Turbo Multi Air 135HP,
1.3 JTD
M-2versions)
TUTELA CAR MATRYX
(1.4 Turbo Petrol 155HP versions)
TUTELA TRANSMISSION GEARFORCE
(1.4 Turbo Multi Air 170HP,
1.6 JTD
Mversions)
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and fluid
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35
TECHNICAL DATA245
6
45 ()–
5 - 7 –
7.2 –
3.0 2.7
3.2 2.9
1.8 –
–0.5
3
(6) –45 –
5 - 7 –
6.0 –
2.75 2.4
3.3 2.95
2.0 –
–0.5
2.2
(4.5) –
(▲) When the vehicle is used under particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLUUPand demineralised water
(***) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washer
1.4 Turbo Petrol1.3 JTDM-21.6 JTDMRecommended fuels
and original lubricants
litres kg litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank:
including a reserve of:
Engine cooling system– with climate control:
Engine sump:
Engine sump
and filter:
Gearbox/differential casing:
Hydraulic brake circuit withABS system
Windscreen/rearscreen
headlight washer
reservoir: (***):

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
(1.4 Turbo Petrol 155HP
versions)
Manual gearbox and differentials
(1.4 Turbo Multi Air 170 HP
Quadrifoglio verde, 1.6 JTD
Mversions)
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 TRANSMISSION GEARFORCE
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F002.F10
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.
FIAT 9.55550-MZ6 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.

254INDEX
Engine oil
– checking level ....................... 215
– consumption......................... 215
– technical specifications ............245
EOBD system .............................. 120
External courtesy lights ................. 78
External lights ............................. 76
Fire extinguisher ......................... 91
Fix&Go Automatic kit ................... 173
Flashing the headlights ................. 77
Fluids and lubricants .................... 246
Fog lights
– activation............................. 87
– bulb replacement ................... 182
Follow me home (device) ............. 77
Front air bags
– driver’s side .......................... 146
– knee on driver’s side .............. 148
– side air bags ......................... 149
Front armrest .............................. 89
Front courtesy light
– activation............................. 83
– bulb replacement ................... 184
Fuel
– consumption......................... 247
– fuel lock system .................... 88Fuel cap ..................................... 130
Fuel cut-off system ...................... 88
Fuel saving ................................. 158
Fuel system ................................ 234
Fuse replacement........................ 187
– fuse location .............189-190-191
– fuse summary table ............... 192Gearbox (use of)....................... 157
Gear Shift Indicator ...................... 28
Glove box light
– bulb replacement ................... 185
Handbrake ................................ 156
Hazard lights .............................. 86
Head restraints ............................ 59
Headlight alignment corrector ........ 105
Headlight washers
– activation............................. 222
Headlights
– adjusting the light beam ......... 105
– headlight alignment corrector ... 106
– headlight alignment adjust
abroad ................................. 106
Heating/climate control system ..... 64
Hill Holder system ....................... 108
Identification data
– bodywork paint
identification plate .................. 229
– chassis marking ..................... 229
– engine marking ..................... 229
– identification plate ................. 228
In an emergency ......................... 163
Installation of electrical/
electronic devices........................ 122
Instrument panel
and instruments .................... 8-244
Interior equipment....................... 89
Interiors
– cleaning seats and fabric
parts .................................... 225
– interior plastic parts ................ 225
– leather seats......................... 225
– leather parts ......................... 226
Isofix (standard seat) ................... 144
Jacking the car............................ 199
Jack .......................................... 167
Keys ........................................ 47
Knowing your car ......................... 5