2013 Alfa Romeo Giulietta maintenance

The vehicle's driving characteristics will be modified
with the space-saver wheel fitted. Avoid violent
acceleration and braking, sharp steering and fast
cornering. The total life of a space-saver wheel is approximately
3,000 km, after which it must be replaced by another wheel of
the same type. Never attempt to fit a conventional tyre on a rim
designed for use as a space-saver wheel. Repair and refit the
standard wheel as soon as possible. Two or more space-saver
wheels should never be used together. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before fitting them: they might slip out.The jack provided is only intended to be used for
replacing tyres on the vehicle with which it is supplied,
or on same-model vehicles. Never use the jack for
other purposes, such as lifting other car models. Never use it for
repair operations under the vehicle. Incorrect positioning of the
jack may cause the car to fall. Do not use the jack for loads
higher than those shown on the label. Never install snow chains
on the small spare wheel; if a front tyre (driving wheel) is
punctured and you need to use snow chains, use a standard
wheel from the rear axle and install the small spare wheel on the
rear axle. In this way, with two normal front drive wheels, it is
possible to use snow chains.Incorrectly fitting the hubcap may cause it to fall off
when the vehicle is in motion. Never tamper with the
inflating valve. Never introduce tools of any kind
between rim and tyre. Regularly check the inflation pressure of
the tyres and space-saver wheel (see chapter "Technical
specifications").
JACKPlease note that:
❒the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired and in the event of a fault it must be
replaced by another original one;
❒no tool other than its cranking device may be fitted on the jack.
To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒stop the car in a position that is not dangerous for oncoming traffic
where you can change the wheel safely. The ground must be flat
and sufficiently compact;
❒switch off the engine, pull up the handbrake and engage 1
agear or
reverse; put on the high visibility jacket (required by law) before
leaving the vehicle;
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 121 and lift up the
mat;
fig. 121
A0K0168
144GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

❒using the wrench A fig. 122 positioned in the tool box, loosen the
locking device, take the tool box B and place it close to the wheel
to be replaced, then take the space/saver wheel C;
❒take the wrench A fig. 123 and loosen the fixing bolts by about one
turn. For versions with alloy rims, shake the car to facilitate
detachment of the rim from the wheel hub;❒position the jack under the car, near the wheel to be changed. On
versions where this is fitted, be careful not to damage the plastic
aerodynamic guard;
❒operate the device A fig. 124 so as to extend the jack, until the
upper part B fig. 125 is inserted correctly inside the side member C;
fig. 122
A0K0124
fig. 123
A0K0038
fig. 124
A0K0039
fig. 125
A0K0083
145GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVINGIN AN
EMERGENCYSERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

❒alert any bystander that the car is about to be raised; all persons
should be kept away from the car and nobody must touch it until
it has been lowered;
❒fit handle D fig. 124 into the housing in device A, operate the jack
and raise the car until the wheel is a few centimetres from the
ground;
❒for versions with wheel cap, remove the wheel cap after loosening
the 4 fastening bolts and finally loosen the fifth bolt and extract the
wheel;
❒make sure the contact surfaces between space-saver wheel and hub
are clean so that the fastening bolts will not come loose;
❒fit the space-saver spare wheel by inserting the first bolt for two
threads into the hole closest to the valve;
❒take the wrench A fig. 123 and fully tighten the fixing bolts;
❒operate the jack handle D fig. 124 to lower the vehicle. Then extract
the jack;
❒use the wrench A fig. 123 provided to fully tighten the bolts in a
criss-cross fashion as per the numerical sequence illustrated in
fig. 126;
❒when replacing an alloy wheel it is advisable to place it upside
down, with the aesthetic part facing upwards.
Visit Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible to
check the correct tightening of the main wheel bolts.
Restore the standard wheel as soon as possible, because, once placed
in the associated compartment, the luggage compartment load
platform is rendered uneven as the standard wheel is larger than the
space-saver wheel.
REMOVING THE SUBWOOFER
(versions with Bose HI-FI system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
IMPORTANT The following procedure only applies to cars equipped
with Bose HI-FI systems with subwoofer (for versions/markets, where
provided).
Subwoofer and space-saver spare wheel
On these versions, the tools needed for changing the wheel are
arranged in a specific container on the left-hand side of the boot (see
fig. 127).
The jack is located in a pocket, again on the left-hand side of the boot
(see fig. 128).
Proceed as follows to remove the Subwoofer:
❒open the boot, pull the tab A fig. 121, lift the mat upwards and
remove the load compartment shim fig. 127;
❒loosen the fastening device A fig. 129, remove the clip B fastening
the cable and then lift the subwoofer;
fig. 126
A0K0040
146GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

❒rest the subwoofer on the side of the boot and take the space-saver
spare wheel;
❒replace the wheel as described previously.At the end of the operation:
❒reposition the subwoofer correctly (see indications on the label
applied over the subwoofer itself), so that the word “BOSE” is
positioned in the right direction for reading;
❒reposition the subwoofer wire correctly to avoid pinching it. Then
fasten the clip B fig. 129 and fasten the blocking device A. Finally,
position the load compartment shim fig. 127 correctly and lower the
boot mat.
fig. 127
A0K0235
fig. 128
A0K0228
fig. 129
A0K0236
147GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVINGIN AN
EMERGENCYSERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

Subwoofer and "Fix&Go Automatic Kit"
Locating the Automatic Fix&Go Kit:
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 121 and lift up the
mat;
❒take the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” located on the left side of the
luggage compartment ( fig. 130);
❒inflate the wheel (see paragraph entitled “Fix&Go Automatic Kit”).
IMPORTANT If you need to remove the subwoofer follow the
indications shown on the adhesive label fig. 130 over the subwoofer
itself to reposition it correctly.
REFITTING THE WHEELFollowing the procedure described previously, raise the car and
remove the small spare wheel.
Proceed as follows:
❒make sure the contact surfaces between standard wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will not come loose;
❒for versions with steel rims: fix the hub cap on the rim,
aligning the crescent hole with the bolt you have fitted, then insert
the other 4 bolts;
❒tighten the retaining bolts using wrench A fig. 123;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒use wrench A fig. 123 to fully tighten the bolts, following the
sequence shown in fig. 126
At the end of operation
❒stow the space-saver spare wheel in the compartment provided in
the boot;
❒insert the jack and the other tools in the container;
❒arrange the container and tools on the space-saver wheel;
❒correctly reposition the boot mat.
fig. 130
A0K0178
148GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

"Fix&Go Automatic" kitThis is located in the luggage compartment (the kit container may vary
according to version - see fig. 131).
The kit container also contains a screwdriver and the tow hook.The kit also contains:
❒a bottle fig. 132 containing sealer and fitted with: filling tube B and
adhesive label C with the wording “max. 80 km/h” to be placed in
a clearly visible position (e.g. on the dashboard) after repairing
the tyre;
❒a compressor D complete with pressure gauge and connectors;
❒an information leaflet fig. 133, providing instructions for using the
kit correctly. This booklet should be given to the persons charged
with handling the tyre treated with this kit;
❒a pair of gloves located in the side compartment of the compressor;
❒adapters for inflating different elements.
IMPORTANT The sealing liquid is suitable for use at temperatures in the
range from –20°C to +50°C. The sealant has an expiry date.
Give the leaflet to the technicians who will be handling
the tyre that was treated using the "Fix&Go Automatic"
kit.
fig. 131
A0K0126
fig. 132
A0K0019
149GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVINGIN AN
EMERGENCYSERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

In the event of a puncture caused by foreign bodies, the kit
may be used to repair tyres showing damage on the track
or shoulder up to max 4 mm diameter.Holes and damage on the tyre side walls cannot be
repaired. Do not use the tyre quick repair kit if the tyre
is damaged as a result of driving with it deflated.Repairs are not possible in the case of damage to the
wheel rim (bad groove distortion causing air loss).
Do not remove foreign bodies (screws or nails) from
the tyre.
Never operate the compressor for longer than 20
consecutive minutes. Risk of overheating. The kit is not
suitable for definitive repairs, so the repaired tyres
may only be used temporarily.Dispose of the bottle and the sealant liquid properly. Have
the sealing fluid and the cylinder disposed of in compliance
with national and local regulations.The bottle contains ethylene glycol and latex: it may
cause an allergic reaction. It is harmful if swallowed. It
is irritant for the eyes in case of contact. There could
be a reaction in the event of inhalation or contact. Avoid contact
with the eyes, skin and clothes. In the event of contact, rinse
immediately with plenty of water. If ingested, do not induce
vomiting. Rinse out your mouth, drink large quantities of water
and seek immediate medical attention. Keep out of the reach
of children. The product must not be used by asthmatics. Do not
inhale the vapours during insertion and suction. Call a doctor
immediately if allergic reactions are noted. Store the bottle in the
specific compartment, away from sources of heat. The sealant
fluid has an expiry date. Replace the bottle containing out-of-
date sealant fluid.
fig. 133
A0K0020
150GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

INFLATION PROCEDURE
Wear the protective gloves provided with the kit.
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake, unscrew the tyre valve cap, take out the
flexible filler pipe A fig. 134 and tighten the ring nut B on the tyre
valve;
❒make sure that switch A fig. 135 for the compressor is in position 0
(off), start the engine, insert the plug into the luggage compartment
power socket (see fig. 136) or cigar lighter on central tunnel (see fig.
137) and switch on the compressor by bringing switch Afig. 135 to
position I (on);
❒inflate the tyre to the pressure indicated in the “Wheels” paragraph
in the “Technical specifications” section. In order to obtain a more
precise reading, check the pressure value on pressure gauge B
fig. 135 with the compressor off;❒if after five minutes it is still impossible to reach at least 1.8 bar,
disengage the compressor from the valve and power socket, then
move the car forwards by approx. ten metres in order to distribute
the sealing fluid inside the tyre evenly, then repeat the inflation
operation;
fig. 134
A0K0127
fig. 135
A0K0021
fig. 136
A0K0152
151GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVINGIN AN
EMERGENCYSERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX