2016 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider AUX

•Short, repeated trips (less than 4-5 miles or 7-8 km) at
sub-zero temperatures
• Allowing the engine to idle for extended periods of
time
• Driving for long distances at low speeds
• Allowing the vehicle to sit for long periods of inactiv-
ity
Under any of the above circumstances, the following
checks need to be performed more frequently than indi-
cated in the Maintenance Schedule:
• Check front and rear disc brake pad condition and
wear
• Check cleanliness of tailgate locks.
• Check cleanliness and lubrication of chassis and steer-
ing linkage •
Visually inspect condition of: engine, gearbox, trans-
mission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (gaiters - sleeves - bushes
- etc.)
• Check battery charge and battery fluid level (electro-
lyte)
• Visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive belts
• Check and, if necessary, change engine oil and replace
oil filter
• Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner
Using the vehicle on a track should be regarded as an
exception. The vehicle has been designed and manufac-
tured for road use.
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 331

Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........108
Battery ............................ .129, 274
Charging System Light ...................129
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........20
Belts, Seat ...............................69
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................276
B-Pillar Location ......................... .212
Brake Fluid ............................ .327
Brake, Parking .......................... .195
Brakes ................................ .292
Brake System ........................ .197, 292
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .199
Master Cylinder ....................... .292
Parking ............................. .195
Warning Light ........................ .123
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .........67
Bulb Replacement ..................... .310, 312Bulbs, Light
.......................... .70, 310
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........325
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .325
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .272
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................68, 240
Car Washes ............................ .299
Cellular Phone .......................... .165
Chains, Tire ............................ .229
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .207
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .267
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............67
Checks, Safety ............................67
Child Restraint ........................ .56, 62
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .237
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .300
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................277
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INDEX 355

DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .193
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........108
Electrical Power Outlets .....................108
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................77
Electronic Brake Control System ...............197
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........100
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........126
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Activation Trip Data (Trip B On) ............150
Autoclose ............................ .153
Average Fuel Consumption ................162
Average Speed ........................ .162
Buzzer Volume (Adjusting The Failure/Warning
Buzzer Volume) ....................... .155
Change Engine Oil ..................... .158
Change Engine Oil Indicator System ..........158Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
.............157
Distance Traveled ...................... .162
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .146
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .148
Exit Menu ........................... .158
Exit Trip ............................. .160
Fuel Range ........................... .162
Indications On Display ...................161
Instant Fuel Consumption .................162
Language (Selecting The Language) ..........155
NewTrip ............................ .160
Oil Life ............................. .158
Service (Scheduled Servicing) ...............156
Set Date ............................. .152
Speed Beep (Speed Limit) .................149
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................160
Time Adjustment (Clock) ..................151
Travel Time .......................... .162
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INDEX 357