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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
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❒if you still cannot obtain a pressure of at least 1.8 bar within 5
minutes from the compressor switching on, do not drive off and
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services;
❒after driving for about 10 minutes, stop and check the tyre pressure
again; remember to put the handbrake on;
❒if a pressure value of at least 1.8 bar is detected, restore the correct
pressure (with the engine running and the handbrake engaged),
resume driving and drive with great care to Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.
Apply the adhesive label where it can be easily seen
by the driver as a reminder that the tyre has been
treated with the quick repair kit. Drive carefully,
particularly on bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Do not accelerate
or brake suddenly.
If the pressure has fallen below 1.8 bar, do not drive
any further: the Fix&Go Automatic quick tyre repair kit
cannot guarantee the correct hold because the tyre is
too damaged. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.Inform the dealership that the tyre has been repaired
using the quick tyre repair kit. Give the leaflet to the
technicians who will be handling the tyre that was
repaired using the quick repair kit.
fig. 137
A0K0128
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REPLACING FUSESGENERAL INFORMATIONFuses protect the electrical system: they intervene (blow) in the event of
a failure or improper intervention on the system.
When a device does not work, check the condition of its protective
fuse: the conductor element A fig. 157 must be intact.
If it is not, replace the blown fuse with another with the same
amperage (same colour).
B = undamaged fuse.
C = fuse with damaged filament.
Use the pliers A fig. 158 under the engine compartment fusebox lid to
remove the fuses (see “Engine compartment fusebox” for how to
remove the lid).
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services should the
fuse blow again.
Never replace a fuse with metal wires or anything else.Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp
rating; DANGER OF FIRE.If a general protection fuse (MAXI-FUSE, MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE) blows, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.Remove the key from the ignition switch and switch off
all loads before replacing a fuse.
fig. 157
A0K0042
fig. 158
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Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services if a safety
system (air bags, brakes), engine system (engine,
gearbox) or steering system general protection fuse
blows.
FUSE LOCATIONFuses are grouped together in three fuse boxes located in the engine
compartment, dashboard and luggage compartment.
Engine compartment fuse box
This is located next to the battery fig. 160: to access the fuses, undo the
screws A fig. 159 and remove cover B.
The number identifying the electrical component corresponding to each
fuse is on the back of the cover.
After replacing the fuse, make sure you close cover B on the fuse box.
If you have to wash the engine compartment, take care not
to aim the jet of water directly at the fuse box or
windscreen wiper motors.
fig. 159
A0K0174
fig. 160
A0K0231
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOXfig. 160DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Headlamp washer pump power supply F09 30
HornF10 15
AC compressorF19 7,5
Heated rear windowF20 30
Fuel pumpF21 15
Fuel pump (1750 Turbo Petrol version) F21 20
Cigar lighter/power socketF85 15
12 V boot power socketF86 15
IBS Battery charge status sensor for Start&Stop system F87 5
External mirror defrostersF88 7,5
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TOWING THE CARThe tow ring provided with the car is housed in the tool box in the
boot.ATTACHING THE TOW HOOKRelease the plug A by pressing the lower part, take the tow hook B
from its housing in the tool support and tighten it securely on the front
threaded pin (fig. 165) or on the rear threaded pin (fig. 166).
Before beginning to tow, turn the ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP, without extracting it The steering
column will automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be steered.
Remember that whilst towing it is necessary to exert a
greater force when steering and braking because the
brake servo and electro-mechanical power steering
will be inoperative. Do not use wires for towing. Do not jerk. Be
careful not to damage parts in contact with the car while towing.
When towing the vehicle, you must comply with all specific traffic
regulations and adopt an appropriate driving behaviour. Do not
start the engine while towing the car. Clean the threaded seat
carefully before fastening the hook. Make sure that the hook is
fully fastened in the housing before towing the car.
fig. 165
A0K0136
fig. 166
A0K0137
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN1.4 Turbo Petrol and 1.4 Turbo MultiAir VERSIONSThousands of miles18 36 54 72 90 108
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Months24 48 72 96 120 144
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
passenger compartment, luggage compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer/wiper system●●●●●●
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper blades●●●●●●
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●
Check rear disc brake pad condition and wear●●●●●●
Condition and status visual check: bodywork exterior, underbody protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes), rubber elements (boots - sleeves - bushes etc.)●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine cooling, hydraulic brakes/clutch, screen washer,
battery, etc.)●●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required●●●●●●
Check timing belt condition●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check exhaust emissions.●●●●●●
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge●●●●●●
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Thousands of miles18 36 54 72 90 108
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Months24 48 72 96 120 144
Check engine management system operation (through the diagnosis socket)●●●●●●
Replace accessory drive belt(s)●
Replacement of toothed timing belt
(*)
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Replace spark plugs
(**)
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Replace air cleaner cartridge●●●
Change engine oil and oil filter (or every 24 months)
(***)
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Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)●●●
Change pollen filter (or every 12 months)●●●●●●
(*) Regardless of the distance covered, the timing belt must be changed every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, town driving, long periods of
idling) or at least every 5 years.
(**) For 1.4 Turbo Petrol and 1.4 Turbo MultiAir 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 these engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the “Engine” paragraph in the
"Technical Specifications" section); strictly comply with the replacement intervals in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; you are advised to contact Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services to have plugs replaced.
(***) If the vehicle has an annual mileage of less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and engine oil filter should be changed every 12 months.
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