2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo ESP

This starting procedure must be performed by expert
personnel because incorrect actions could cause
electrical discharge of considerable intensity.
Furthermore, battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and lighted
cigarettes away from the battery and do not cause sparks.
BUMP STARTINGNever start the engine by pushing, towing or coasting downhill.
REPLACING A WHEELGENERAL INSTRUCTIONSThe car is equipped with the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit”: see the
paragraph “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” for how to use this device.
As an alternative to the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” the car may be
equipped with a space-saver wheel: see the instructions on the
following pages for changing the tyre.
The spare wheel is specific for your car. Do not use it
on cars of different models. Do not use spare wheels of
different models on your car. The space-saver wheel
must only be used in case of emergency. It must only be used for
the distance necessary to reach a service point and the car speed
must not exceed 80 km/h. The space-saver wheel has an orange
sticker that summarises the main cautions for use and limitations.
Never remove or cover the label. Never apply any hub cap to
the space-saver spare wheel.Alert other drivers that the car is stationary in
compliance with local regulations: hazard warning
lights, warning triangle, etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the car, especially if it is heavily laden. Passengers
should stay away from on-coming traffic while the wheel is
being changed. In case of steep slopes or rough slopes, place
wedges or other materials suitable to stop the vehicle under the
wheels.
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CHANGING A BULBGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS❒Before changing a bulb check the contacts for oxidation;
❒blown bulbs must be replaced with others of the same type and
power;
❒after replacing a headlight bulb, always check its alignment;
❒when a light is not working, check that the corresponding fuse is
intact before changing a bulb. For the location of fuses, refer to
the paragraph “Replacing fuses” in this section.
Halogen bulbs must be handled holding the metal part
only. Touching the transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the emitted light and
even reduce the lifespan of the bulb. In case of accidental contact, wipe
the bulb with a cloth moistened with alcohol and let the bulb dry.Modifications or repairs to the electric system that are
not carried out properly or do not take the system
technical specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas which may
cause small fragments of glass to be projected
outwards if the bulb is broken.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold or damp or after heavy rain or
washing, the surface of headlights or rear lights, may steam up and/or
form drops of condensation on the inside. This is a natural
phenomenon due to the difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside of the glass which does not indicate
a fault and does not compromise the normal operation of lighting
devices. The mist disappears quickly when the lights are turned on,
starting from the centre of the diffuser, extending progressively towards
the edges.
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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. 151: to access the fuses, undo the
screws A fig. 150 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. 150
A0J0126
fig. 151
A0J0417
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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.
The front and rear tow hooks should be used only for
emergencies on the road. You are allowed to tow the
vehicle for short distances using an appropriate device
in accordance with the highway code (a rigid bar), to move the
vehicle on the road in readiness for towing or transport via a
breakdown vehicle. Tow hooks MUST NOT be used to tow
vehicles off the road or where there are obstacles and/or for
towing operations using cables or other non-rigid devices.
Respecting the above conditions, towing must take place with the
two vehicles (one towing, the other towed) aligned as much as
possible along the same centre line.
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A0J0039
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Replacing the wiper bladesProceed as follows:
❒raise the wiper arm, press tab A fig. 165 of the attachment spring
and remove the blade from the arm;
❒fit the new blade by inserting the tab into the special slot in the arm.
Make sure that it is properly locked into place;
❒lower the windscreen wiper arm on the windscreen.
Do not operate the windscreen wiper with the blades lifted
from the windscreen.
Lifting the wiper bladesWhen the wiper blades have to be lifted from the windscreen (i.e. in
the event of snow), proceed as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR position;❒operate the lever to the right of the steering wheel to activate a
windscreen wiper stroke (see paragraph "Window washing" in
chapter "Getting to know your car");
❒turn the ignition key to the STOP position when the driver's side
wiper blade reaches the windscreen side pillar and lift the
windscreen wiper to the rest position;
❒bring the wiper blades back into contact with the windscreen before
activating the windscreen wiper.
Replacing the rear window wiper
bladeProceed as follows:
❒raise cover A fig. 166, undo nut B and remove arm C;
❒correctly position the new arm, fully tighten nut B then lower cover
A.
fig. 165
A0J0054
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A0J0057
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CHASSIS MARKINGThis is printed on the passenger compartment floor, near the front right
seat.
Slide flap A fig. 171 to access.
The marking includes:
❒vehicle type (ZAR 955000);
❒chassis serial number.BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATION
PLATEThis is fitted to the inside of the tailgate and bears the following data
fig. 172:
APaint manufacturer.
BColour name.
CFiat colour code.
DRespray and touch up code.
ENGINE MARKINGThis is stamped on the cylinder block and gives the model and the
chassis serial number.
fig. 171
A0J0140
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A0J0138
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ENGINEGENERAL INFORMATION Turbo TwinAir 105 HP
Type code199B6000
CycleOtto
Number and arrangement of cylinders 2 in line
Piston diameter and travel (mm) 80.5x86
Total displacement (cm³)875
Compression ratio10
NATURAL DYNAMIC
Maximum power (EC) (kW) 72 77
Maximum power (EC) (HP) 98 105
corresponding engine speed (rpm) 5750 5500
NATURAL DYNAMIC
Maximum torque (EC) (Nm) 120 145
Maximum torque (EC) (kgm) 12,2 14,8
corresponding engine speed (rpm) 1750 2000
Spark plugsNGK ILKR9G8
Fuel Unleaded petrol 95 RON or 98 RON (EN 228 specification)
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GENERAL INFORMATION 1.4 Petrol 8V 70 HP 1.4 Petrol 8V 78 HP
Type code 955A9000 350A1000
Cycle Otto Otto
Number and arrangement of cylinders 4 in line 4 in line
Piston bore and stroke (mm) 72.0 x 80.4 72.0 x 80.4
Total displacement (cm³) 1368 1368
Compression ratio 11.1 11.1
Maximum power (EEC) (kW) 51 57
Maximum power (EEC) (HP) 70 78
corresponding engine speed (rpm) 6000 6000
Max torque (EEC) (Nm) 115 115
Maximum torque (EEC) (kgm) 11.7 11.7
corresponding engine speed (rpm) 3000 3000
Spark plugs NGK ZKR7A-10 or Champion RA8MCX4 NGK ZKR7AI-8
FuelUnleaded petrol 95 RON
(Specification EN 228)Unleaded petrol 95 RON or 98 RON
(EN 228 specification)
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