2018 Alfa Romeo 4C service indicator

SCHEDULED SERVICING
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument
cluster. This means that an engine oil and engine oil
filter change is required for your vehicle. Operating
conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow,
extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will influ-
ence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required”
message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can
cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as
3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).
The Wrench Warning Light may appear in the cluster as
a service reminder when vehicle maintenance is re-
quired, according to the scheduled maintenance mile-
age. The maintenance schedule intervals are set by the
manufacturer. Failure to have them carried out may
void your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.NOTE:
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.
Severe Duty All Models
In addition, if your vehicle is used under demanding
conditions, including:
• On the track.
• On dusty roads.
• 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 inac-
tivity.
Under any of the above circumstances, the following
checks need to be performed more frequently than
indicated in the Maintenance Plan:
• Check front and rear disc brake pad condition and
wear.
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DEALER SERVICE
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed
your vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed
maintenance schedule, there are other components
which may require servicing or replacement in the
future.
CAUTION!
• Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized dealer or qualified
repair center.
• Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended mainte-
nance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in
these components as the chemicals can damage
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CAUTION! (Continued)
your engine, transmission, or air conditioning.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of
component malfunction, use only the specified
fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it
is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled mainte-
nance. Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for further
information.
NOTE: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.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for
turbocharged engines under all types of operating
conditions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic
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Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment
tires to help you in determining when your tires should
be replaced.
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread
depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When thetread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire
should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this
section for further information.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
•
Driving style.
• Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures
can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the
tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce
tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replace-
ment.
• Distance driven.
• Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced
tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle
scheduled maintenance is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
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Tire Tread
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Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.......131
Bulb Replacement ....................... .156
Bulbs, Light ........................ .126, 156
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .........252
Capacities, Fluid ........................ .252
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ...................... .195, 201
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............210
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............123, 251
Car Washes ........................... .241
Cellular Phone ......................... .258
Chains, Tire ........................... .237
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... .216
Chart, Tire Sizing ....................... .218
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .78
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety .............123
Checks, Safety ......................... .123
Child Restraint ..........................114
Child Restraints Booster Seats .........................118
Child Restraints .......................114
Child Seat Installation ...................120
Infants And Child Restraints ..............116
Older Children And Child Restraints ........117Clean Air Gasoline
...................... .248
Cleaning Wheels ............................ .236
Windshield Wiper Blades .................204
Climate Control ..........................35
Manual ..............................35
Compact Spare Tire ...................... .233
Contract, Service ........................ .262
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................252, 253
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........210
Cooling System ......................... .207
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............209
Coolant Level ..................... .208, 211
Disposal Of Used Coolant ................211
Drain, Flush, And Refill ..................208
Inspection ...........................211
Points

To Remember ....................211
Pressure Cap ........................ .210
Radiator Cap ........................ .210
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........208
Corrosion Protection ..................... .240
Cruise Light .............................76
Cupholders .............................50
Customer Assistance ..................... .260
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INDEX 267

Head Restraints..........................26
Heated Mirrors ...........................29
Heater .................................39
Holder, Cup .............................50
Ignition ................................17
Key ............................. .15, 17
Ignition Key Removal ......................17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...................19
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................27
Instrument Cluster ........................76
Instrument Cluster ......................54
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ..............243
Interior And Instrument Lights ...............32
Interior Appearance Care ...................242
Interior Lights ...........................32
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ............34
Introduction .............................4
Jack Operation ......................... .216
Jump Starting .......................... .176
Key Fob Unlock The Doors ......................15
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .16 Key-In Reminder
.........................19
Key, Replacement .........................19
Keys ..................................15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...................19
Lane Change Assist .......................32
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................95
Latches .............................. .126
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... .248
Leaks, Fluid ........................... .126
Life Of Tires ........................... .230
Light Bulbs ........................ .126, 156
Lights ............................. .30, 126
AirBag .......................71, 103, 124
Brake Warning .........................69
Bulb Replacement ..................... .156
Cruise ...............................76
Engine Temperature Warning ..............72
Exterior ............................ .126
Hazard Warning Flasher .................156
Interior ..............................32
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........75
Park ............................. .31, 76
Passing ..............................31
Seat

Belt Reminder ......................71
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Service............................. .156
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........72, 88
Turn Signal ....................... .76, 126
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .72, 76
Loading Vehicle Tires .............................. .222
Locks Power Door ...........................22
Low Tire Pressure System ...................88
Lubrication, Body ....................... .203
Lug Nuts ............................. .246
Maintenance Free Battery ...................199
Maintenance, General .....................200
Maintenance Procedures ...................200
Maintenance Schedule .....................187
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .75, 78
Manual, Service ........................ .264
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .....................254
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ...................212
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............24
Memory Seat ............................24
Memory Seats And Radio ...................24
Methanol ............................. .249Mirrors
................................27
Electric Remote ........................29
Heated ..............................29
Outside .......................... .28, 29
Rearview .............................27
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ..............6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................88
Mopar Parts ........................... .263
MTBE/ETBE .......................... .249
Multi-Function Control Lever ................30
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................131
Occupant Restraints .......................92
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...............248
Oil, Engine ..................... .200, 252, 253
Capacity ........................... .252
Change Interval ...................... .200
Checking ........................... .196
Disposal ............................ .201
Filter .............................. .201
Filter

Disposal ....................... .201
Materials Added To ....................201
Pressure Warning Light ...................70
Recommendation ...................200, 25212
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