2017 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider brake

3. Remove bulb from bulb housing then remove andreplace bulb and reinstall.
Rear Light Clusters
These contain the bulbs for the side lights, direction
indicators and brake lights.
Direction Indicators
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the protective cap (one for each side) on theside cover of the luggage compartment.
2. Remove the second protective cap insert a hand inside the opening.
Front Side Marker Bulb
First Protective Cap
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3. Rotate clockwise to remove the bulb holder removethe bulb from the bulb holder.
4. Install the bulb by pressing it into bulb holder then turn install the bulb holder and turn it counterclock-
wise.
5. Install the previously removed protective caps.
Tail Lights/Brake Lights
These are LEDs. For the replacement, contact the your
local dealer.
Reversing Light
WARNING!
The reversing light are located close to the exhaust
pipes; take the utmost care not to get burnt during
the bulb replacement.
To replace the reversing lights turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise, remove the bulb and replace it.
Second Protective Cap
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Third Brake Lights
These are LEDs. For the replacement, contact your local
dealer.
License Plate Lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
1. Position the lens in the point shown laterally tocompress the retaining clip, then pull the license
plate light cluster out. 2. Turn bulb holder (1) counterclockwise, remove bulb
(2) and replace it.
License Plate Lamp Removal
1 — Bulb Holder
2 — Bulb
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
• Gearbox: Full synthetic 75W-85 manual transmission fluid meeting
MS.90021 or FPW9.55550–MZ3 or the API GL4 specification.
• Control System: Use only MOPAR C Series DDCT SAE 75W Hydrau-
lic Fluid or equivalent.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 4 meeting MS.90039. If DOT 4 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
DOT 4 brake fluid must be changed every two years regardless of mileage.
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Under any of the above circumstances, the following
checks need to be performed more frequently than
indicated 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
steering 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 re-
place oil filter.
• Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner filter. 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.
If the vehicle is operated in a dusty or dirty environ-
ment the engine air filter has to be changed every
6,500 miles (10,000 km).
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip/Periodic Checks
Every 600 miles (1,000 km) or before long trips, check
and, if necessary, top off the following:
•
Check engine oil level.
• Check brake fluid level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for un-
usual wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder reservoir, and add as needed
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•Check screen wash/wipe system and positioning/
wear of windshield.
Every 2,000 miles (3,000 km) check and, if necessary, top
up: engine oil level.
Maintenance Chart
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
Change oil and filter.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses. Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses. Check and adjust hand brake.Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
180,000
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
Check position/wear of
windscreen wiper blade XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check cleanliness of hood
and deck lid locks, as well
as cleanliness and lubrica-
tion of associated linkages XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Visually inspect condition
of: exterior bodywork, car-
bon monocoque, aerody-
namic bottom, pipes and
hoses (exhaust, fuel sup-
ply system, brakes), rub-
ber elements (boots, drive-
shaft boots, sleeves,
bushes, etc.) XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check condition and wear
of front brake pads and
discs, and operation of
pad wear indicator XXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
180,000
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
Check condition and wear
of rear brake pads and
discs, and operation of
pad wear indicator XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check and top off, if re-
quired, fluid levels (engine
coolant, brake/hydraulic
clutch fluid, windscreen
washer fluid, battery fluid,
etc) XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Visually inspect the condi-
tion of accessory drive
belt(s) XX X X
Check condition of timing
belt XX X
Check handbrake lever
travel and adjust, if neces-
sary (or every 12 months) XXXXXXXXXXXXX
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