STARTING THE
ENGINEContact the Alfa Romeo Dealership
immediately if the warning light
stays on constantly on the
instrument panel.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, start the engine
using an auxiliary battery with the same
capacity or a little higher than the flat
one.
24) 25)
111)
Proceed as follows to start the car:
❒connect the positive terminal (+) fig.
138 of the auxiliary battery only to
the point indicated on the car battery
(writing OK) and nowhere else;
❒with a second lead, connect the
negative terminal(−)oftheauxiliary
battery to an earthing point
on
the engine or the gearbox/
transmission of the car to be started;
❒start the engine; when the engine has
been started, remove the leads
reversing the order above.
For versions with Start&Stop system, in
case of starting by auxiliary battery,
refer to the paragraph “Start&Stop
system” in the chapter “Getting to know
your car”.If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, contact the Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
BUMP STARTING
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT
24) Do not connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries
directly! If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another car, prevent
accidental contact between
metallic parts of the two cars.
25) Never use a fast battery charger
to start the engine as this could
damage the electronic systems
and the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
WARNING
111) This procedure must be
performed by qualified personnel
as incorrect actions may cause
high-intensity electrical discharge.
Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames away from the
battery. No smoking. Do not cause
sparks.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
PERIODIC CHECKSEvery 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
❒engine coolant, brake fluid and
windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system
(headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of window washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper
blades
Check and top up, if required, the
engine oil level every 3,000 km.
HEAVY-DUTY USE OF
THE CARIf the car is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
❒towing a trailer or caravan;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
❒engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of idleness;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (boots -
sleeves - bushes - etc.);
❒check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visually inspect condition of the
accessory drive belts;❒check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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ENGINE COOLANT
If the level is too low, unscrew reservoir
cap C and add the fluid described in
the "Technical Specifications" section.
34)
140)
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
If the level is too low, lift reservoir cap D
and add the fluid described in the
chapter "Technical Specifications".
141) 142)
IMPORTANT The headlight washer
system will not operate when the fluid
level is low, even though the
windscreen/rear window washer
continues to operate. For versions/
markets, where provided, there is
a reference notch E on the dipstick (see
previous pages): ONLY the
windscreen/rear window wiper
operates with the level below this
reference.
BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the max. level.
If the fluid level in the reservoir is too
low, undo reservoir cap E and add the
fluid described in the chapter "Technical
Specifications".
35)
143) 144)
ALFA TCT ACTIVATION
SYSTEM OIL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
4)IMPORTANT
31) Be careful not to confuse the
various types of fluids while
topping up: they are not
compatible with each other!
Topping up with an unsuitable
fluid could severely damage your
car.
32) The oil level should never exceed
the MAX mark.
33) Do not add oil with specifications
other than those of the oil already
in the engine.34) PARAFLU
UP
anti-freeze fluid is
used in the engine cooling
system; use the same fluid type as
that already in the cooling system
when topping up. PARAFLU
UP
may not be mixed with other types
of anti-freeze fluids. In the event
of topping up with an unsuitable
product, under no circumstances
start the engine and contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
35) Avoid allowing brake fluid, which
is extremely corrosive, to come
into contact with painted areas.
Should it happen, wash
immediately with water.
WARNING
137) Never smoke when performing
operations in the engine
compartment. Flammable gases
and fumes may be present and
risk igniting.
138) Be very careful when working in
the engine compartment when
the engine is hot: you may get
burned.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
139) If the engine oil is being topped
up, wait for the engine to cool
down before loosening the filler
plug, particularly for cars with
aluminium plug (for versions/
markets, where provided).
WARNING: risk of burns!
140) The cooling system is
pressurised. If necessary, only
replace the plug with another
original or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected.
Do not remove the reservoir plug
when the engine is hot: you risk
burns.
141) Do not travel with the
windscreen washer reservoir
empty: the windscreen washer is
essential for improving visibility.
Repeated operation of the system
without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some
system components.
142) Certain commercial additives
for windscreen washer fluids are
inflammable. The engine
compartment contains hot
components which may set it on
fire.143) Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event of
accidental contact, immediately
wash the affected parts with
water and mild soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor
immediately if swallowed.
144) The symbol
on the container
indicates a synthetic brake fluid,
which is different from a mineral
fluid. Using a mineral-type fluid
will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system
beyond repair.
IMPORTANT
3) Used engine oil and oil filters
contain substances which are
harmful to the environment. You
are advised to contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership to have the oil
and filters changed.
4) Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to
the environment. You are advised
to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership for oil changes.
AIR CLEANER/
POLLEN
FILTER/DIESEL
FILTERFor filter replacement, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your car is made
and works is contained in this chapter
and illustrated with data, tables and
graphics. For the enthusiasts and the
technician, but also just for those who
want to know every detail of their
car.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................224
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK
VERSIONS ......................................22
ENGINE ..........................................227
FUEL SUPPLY .................................231
TRANSMISSION .............................232
BRAKES .........................................233
SUSPENSION .................................23
STEERING SYSTEM .......................235
WHEELS .........................................236
DIMENSIONS ..................................240
PERFORMANCE .............................241
WEIGHTS .......................................242
REFUELLING ..................................244
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............247
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................25
CO2 EMISSIONS ............................252
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING
THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS
LIFE ................................................253
223
5
4
1
REFUELLING
1.4 Turbo Petrol 1.4 Turbo MultiAir
Recommended fuels
and original lubricants
litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank 60 – 60 –Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 RON (EN 228
specification) including a reserve of 8 - 10 – 8 - 10 –
Engine cooling system (with
climate control)5,7 5,0 5,7 5,050-50 mixture of
demineralised water and
PARAFLU
UP
(*)
Engine sump 2,75 2,3 3,1 2,6SELENIA K P.E. (1.4 Turbo
Petrol versions)
SELENIA DIGITECH P.E.
(1.4 Turbo MultiAir
versions) Engine sump and filter 3,1 2,6 3,5 2,9
Gearbox casing/differential 1,87 1,6 1,87 1,6TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit with
ABS antilock brakes0,83 0,78 0,83 0,78 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid
reservoir (**)2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1) 2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1)Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35
(*) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60%
UPand 40% demineralised water is recommended.
(**) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1750 Turbo Petrol
Prescribed fuels and original
lubricants
litres kg
Fuel tank 60 –
Unleaded petrol not less than 95
RON (EN 228 specification)
including a reserve of 8 - 10 –
Engine cooling system (with climate
control)6,4 5,7Mixture of 50% demineralised water
and 50% PARAFLU
UP
(*)
Engine sump 5,0 4,25
SELENIA SPORT POWER
Engine sump and filter 5,1 4,35
Automatic transmission housing 1,87 1,6TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit with ABS (Anti-
lock braking system)0,83 0,78 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen/rear window/headlight
washer fluid reservoir (**)2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1)Mixture of water and TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35
(*) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60%
UPand 40% demineralised water is recommended.
(**) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers
245
1.6 JTD
M
2.0 JTD
M
Recommended fuels
and original lubricants
litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank 60 – 60 –Diesel for automotive
engines (EN 590
Specification) including a reserve of 8 - 10 – 8 - 10 –
Engine cooling system (with
climate control)6,8 6,0 6,7 5,950-50 mixture of
demineralised water and
PARAFLU
UP
(**)
Engine sump 4,0 3,4 4,0 3,4
SELENIA WR FORWARD
Engine sump and filter 4,2 3,5 4,2 3,5
Gearbox casing/differential 1,87 1,6 1,87 1,6TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit with
ABS antilock brakes0,83 0,78 0,83 0,78 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid
reservoir (*)2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1) 2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1)Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35
(**) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60%
UPand 40% demineralised water is recommended.
(*) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS