2015 Alfa Romeo 4C engine

❒if after 5 minutes it is impossible to
reach at least 1.8 bar, disconnect
the compressor from the valve and
power socket, then move the car
forwards approximately 10 metres in
order to distribute the sealant inside
the tyre evenly, then repeat the
inflation operation;❒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 a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership;
❒after driving for about 10 minutes
stop and check the tyre pressure
again; remember to engage the
handbrake;
❒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 a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
98) 99) 100)
CHECKING AND
RESTORING TYRE
PRESSURE
The compressor can also be used to
check and, if necessary, restore the tyre
pressure.
Release quick connector A fig. 85 and
connect it directly to the valve of the
tyre to be inflated.REPLACING THE BOTTLE
Proceed as follows:
❒release connector A fig. 86 and
disconnect tube B;
❒turn the bottle to be replaced
anticlockwise and raise it;
❒insert the new bottle and turn it
clockwise;
❒insert connector A and tube B in their
housings.
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IMPORTANT
13) Punctures caused by foreign
bodies can be repaired if the
damage does not exceed 4 mm on
the tread and on the shoulder of
the tyre. Do not use the repair
kit if the tyre was damaged as a
result of being used when
underinflated.
IMPORTANT
2) Dispose of the bottle and the
sealant properly. Dispose of the
components in compliance with
national and local regulations.
REPLACING A
WHEEL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
In some specific markets, the car may
be equipped with a space-saver wheel:
see the instructions on the following
pages for changing the tyre.
101) 102) 103) 104) 105)
JACK
Please note that:
❒the jack weight is 1.7 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 operating rod
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 should be flat
if possible, and sufficiently firm;❒switch off the engine, pull up the
handbrake and engage the 1
stgear
or reverse. Wear the reflective safety
jacket (compulsory by law) before
getting out of the car;
❒take the space-saver wheel;
❒access the luggage compartment
and take the wheel replacement
kit fig. 87;
❒take the spanner A and loosen the
fixing stud bolts fig. 88 by about
one turn. swing the car laterally to
make it easier to separate the rim
from the wheel hub;
❒position the jack under the car, near
the wheel to be changed, next to the
symbols
on the side skirts;
❒fit the operating rod D fig. 90 in the
seat on the device A;
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REPLACING FUSES
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fuses protect the electrical system:
they intervene (blow) in the event of a
fault or improper action on the system.
When a device does not work, check
the condition of its fuse: the filament
A fig. 110 must be intact.
If it is not, replace the blown fuse with
another with the same amperage (same
colour).
110) 111) 112) 113) 114)16)
B = intact fuse;
C = fuse with damaged filament.FUSE LOCATION
The fuses are grouped in two fuse
boxes located in the engine and
passenger compartments.
Engine compartment fuse box
This is located next to the battery fig.
111: to access the fuses, undo screws
A and remove cover B.
The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each fuse
is shown on the back of the cover.
After replacing the fuse, make sure you
close cover B on the fuse box.
17)
Dashboard fuse box
This is located under the dashboard in
the area in front of the passenger seat.
To access the fuse box fig. 114 remove
the protective panel, following the
procedure described below:
❒undo the four screws A fig. 113;
❒to locate the fifth locking screw,
remove block B and remove plastic
cover C;
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❒at this point undo the fifth screw D
and remove the protective panel to
locate the fuse box.
WARNING
110) If a fuse blows again, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
111) Never replace a fuse with
another with a higher amp rating;
DANGER OF FIRE.112) If a general protective fuse
(MAXI-FUSE, MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE) blows, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
113) Before replacing a fuse, make
sure that the ignition key has
been removed and that all the
other services are switched off
and/or deactivated.
114) Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership if a safety
system (airbags, brakes),
transmission system (engine,
gearbox) or steering system
general protection fuse blows.
IMPORTANT
16) Never replace a blown fuse with
metal wires or other material.
17) If you need to wash the engine
compartment, take care not to
aim the jet of water directly at the
fuse box.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
fig. 112
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Headlight beam switch (for versions/markets, where provided) F09 5
Single tone hornF10 10
12 V socket / cigar lighter F86 15
External mirror defrosters F88 7.5
.
DASHBOARD FUSE BOX
fig. 114
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Central lockingF38 15
Two-way windscreen washer pump F43 20
+30 Driver side electric windows F47 20
+30 Passenger side electric windows F48 20
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WARNING
115) Before towing, turn the ignition
key to MAR-ON and then to STOP
without removing it. The steering
column will automatically lock
when the key is removed and the
wheels cannot be steered. Also
check that the gearbox/
transmission is in neutral (N).
116) When towing, remember that
the assistance of the brake servo
is absent. Consequently, more
force is required at the pedal
in order to brake. Do not
use flexible cables when towing
and avoid jerky movements. Make
sure not to damage parts in
contact with the car while towing.
When towing the car, you must
comply with all specific traffic
regulations, both in terms of the
towing device and behaviour
on the road. Do not start the
engine while towing the car.
Before tightening the ring, clean
the threaded housing thoroughly.
Make sure that the ring is fully
screwed into the housing before
towing the car.117) The tow hook must be used
exclusively for roadside
assistance operations. 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. In
compliance with 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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Thousands of miles 12 24 36 48 60 72
Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80 100 120
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Check condition and wear of rear brake pads and discs, and
operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (engine cooling,
brakes, windscreen washer, etc.)●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)●
Inspect the conditions of toothed timing drive belt●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary (or every 12
months)●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine and automatic
transmission management system operation and engine oil
degradation●●●●●●
Check and possible top up of oil level for the dual clutch
automatic transmission●
Replace spark plugs (#)●●
Replace accessory drive belt(s)●
(#) The following are essential to ensure correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine: only use spark plugs of the same make and type whichare
specially certified for such engines (see the information in the “Engine” paragraph in the “Technical specifications” section); strictly comply with the spark plug
replacement interval given in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; for spark plug replacement, it is advisable to contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Thousands of miles 12 24 36 48 60 72
Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80 100 120
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)●
Replace the air cleaner cartridge●●●●●●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)●●●
(*) Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy-duty use (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling) or at least
every 5 years.
(**) The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or
message (if present) on the instrument panel or every 12 months.
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