SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............187
▫ Maintenance Plan ....................189
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...............195
▫ 1750 Turbo Engine ...................195
▫ Checking Oil Level ...................196
▫ Adding Washer Solvent ................196
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ..............199
DEALER SERVICE ....................200
▫ Engine Oil ........................ .200
▫ Engine Oil Filter .....................201
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...............201
▫ Engine Cover ...................... .202
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............202
▫ Body Lubrication ....................203 ▫
Wiper Blades ...................... .204
▫ Windshield Washer Nozzles .............205
▫ Exhaust System .....................206
▫ Cooling System .....................207
▫ Brake System ...................... .212
▫ Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission ..........215
RAISING THE VEHICLE ................216
TIRES ............................. .216
▫ Tire Safety Information ................216
▫ Tires — General Information ............226
▫ Tire Types ......................... .232
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ..............233
▫ Wheel
And Wheel Trim Care ............236
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) ...........237
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amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades, the wind-
shield, and rear window periodically with a sponge or
soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film, and
help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always
use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt
or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Make sure that they are
not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid
damaging the blade. Keep the wiper blade out of contact
with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines, or wet spots. If any of these condi-
tions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as
necessary.
Blade Lifting
If it is necessary to lift the blade from the windshield (In
the event of snow or blade replacement) Proceed as
directed:
1. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the OFF position.
2. Turn the ignition to the MAR-ON position then to STOP.
3. After turning the ignition to the STOP, within two minutes move the right stalk upward, into the un-
stable (“anti-panic”) position, for at least half of a
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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second. The windshield wiper then executes part of a
stroke; at each command, approximately 1/3 of a
normal wiper stroke is triggered.
NOTE: The previous operation can be repeated up to
three times. In order to move the blades to the most
suitable position.
4. Lift the blade from the windshield and proceed with the required operation.
5. Carefully lower the blade, bringing it back in contact with the windshield.
6. Bring the blade to the initial rest position, turning the ignition to MAR-ON.
NOTE: Do not operate the screen wiper with the blades
lifted from the windshield.
Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
1. Lift the front wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the windshield.
2. Push the release button on the arm of the wiper blade.
3. Push the wiper blade up and remove it. 4. Install the wiper blade and firmly push the wiper
blade until it snaps into place.Windshield Washer Nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are adjustable. They
originally adjusted at the factory. Should it be necessary
to adjust them again, contact your authorized Alfa
Romeo Dealer.
1—WiperBlade
2 — Release Button
3—WiperArm8
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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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TransaxleAutomatic ............................17
Transmission .......................... .133
Automatic .......................... .133
Fluid .............................. .215
Maintenance ......................... .215
Transporting Pets ....................... .122
Tread Wear Indicators .....................230
Turn Signals .............................76
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................238
Unleaded Gasoline ...................... .248
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ...............99
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...........246
Vehicle Loading ........................ .223
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ..............6
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) .........20
Vehicle Storage ......................... .240Warning Flasher, Hazard
...................156
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .75
Warnings And Cautions .....................6
Warranty Information .....................263
Washer Adding Fluid ........................ .196
Washers, Windshield .......................34
Washing Vehicle ........................ .241
Water Driving Through ...................... .153
Wheel And Wheel Trim ....................236
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ................236
Windows ...............................42
Power ...............................42
Windshield Defroster ..................... .124
Windshield Washers .......................34
Windshield Wiper Blades ...................204
Windshield Wipers ........................34
Wiper Blade Replacement ..................204
Wipers, Intermittent .......................34
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