2018 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider radiator

CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F01 70 Amp Tan –Body Controller
F03 20 Amp Yellow –Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange –Anti-Lock Brake Pump
F05 20 Amp Yellow –Anti-Lock Brake Valve
F06 40 Amp Orange –Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 50 Amp Red –Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 20 Amp Yellow –Blower Motor
F09 –5 Amp Tan Headlight Beam Switch – If Equipped
F10 –10 Amp Red Horn
F11 –20 Amp Yellow Powertrain
F14 –15 Amp Blue Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
F15 –15 Amp Blue Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
F16 –5 Amp Tan Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission, ECM
F17 –10 Amp Red Powertrain
F18 –5 Amp Tan Powertrain
F19 –7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning Compressor
F21 –20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump
F22 –20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Unit Power Supply
F23 –25 Amp Clear Alpine Amplifier – If Equipped
F24 –5 Amp Tan Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
180 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate
action.
•On highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmis-
sion in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle
speed.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The
A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system
and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maxi-
mum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower
control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F
(116°C) or greater pull over and stop the vehicle.
Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the coolant temperature drops back into the
normal range 200–230°F (93–110°C). The digital
warning light may switch on (together with a mes-
sage on the instrument cluster display) to indicate
that the coolant temperature is too high; in this case,
stop the engine and call for service.7
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Cooling System
WARNING!
•Turn vehicle off and disconnect the fan motor
lead before working near the radiator cooling fan.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is
hot.
• Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away
from the radiator cooling fan when the hood is
raised. The fan starts automatically and may start
at any time, whether the engine is running or not.
• When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by
gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically
down the face of the condenser.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add
coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly
could lead to severe internal engine damage. If any
coolant is needed to be added to the system please
contact an local authorized dealer.
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains
visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and
flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to
MS.90032).
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
220 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifi-
cations” for further information.
NOTE:
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage
and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Ad-
ditive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (anti-
freeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (anti-
freeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is
introduced into the cooling system in an emergency,
the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed,
and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and
may plug the radiator. •
This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycolbased engine coolant (anti-
freeze) is not recommended.
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant
is needed to be added to the system please contact
your local authorized dealer.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine
coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that
allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine
coolant (antifreeze) can be used up to ten years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To pre-
vent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is
important that you use the same engine coolant (OAT
coolant conforming to MS.90032) throughout the life of
your vehicle.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 221

Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of
engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine
coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the
coolant expansion bottle/recovery tank if so equipped.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing sur-
faces.
WARNING!
•Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never
add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine
is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to
cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure
to build up in the cooling system. To prevent
scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap
while the system is hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or
engine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) is a
regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by
animals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet,
seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any
ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual
method for determining that the coolant level is ad-
equate. With the engine off and cold, the level of the
engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be
between the “MIN” and “MAX” marks.
As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac-
tory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a
month.
When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed
to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.8
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 223

Points To Remember
NOTE:When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is
normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and being va-
porized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows
no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may
be safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure
tested for leaks. •
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
a minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs
may result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (anti-
freeze) performance, poor gas mileage, and increased
emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
224 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Brake System....................... .224, 262
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................90
Master Cylinder ...................... .225
Parking ............................ .141
Warning Light .........................77
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .......141
Bulb Replacement ....................... .166
Bulbs, Light ........................ .135, 166
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .........266
Capacities, Fluid ........................ .266
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ...................... .207, 213
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............223
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............132, 265
Car Washes ........................... .254
Cellular Phone ......................... .272
Chains, Tire ........................... .250
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... .229
Chart, Tire Sizing ....................... .231
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .86
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety .............132
Checks, Safety ......................... .132
Child Restraint ......................... .123Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................ .127
Child Restraints ...................... .123
Child Seat Installation ...................129
Infants And Child Restraints ..............125
Older Children And Child Restraints ........126
Clean Air Gasoline ...................... .262
Cleaning Wheels ............................ .249
Windshield Wiper Blades .................216
Climate Control ..........................36
Manual ..............................36
Compact Spare Tire ...................... .247
Contract, Service ........................ .276
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .266
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........223
Cooling
System......................... .220
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............221
Coolant Level .....................220, 223
Disposal Of Used Coolant ................223
Drain, Flush, And Refill ..................220
Inspection .......................... .223
Points To Remember ....................224
Pressure Cap ........................ .223
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INDEX 281

Radiator Cap........................ .223
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........221
Corrosion Protection ..................... .253
Cruise Light .............................84
Cupholders .............................57
Customer Assistance ..................... .274
Daytime Running Lights ....................31
Dealer Service .......................... .212
Deck Lid, Release .........................51
Defroster, Windshield .....................133
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................34
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................85
Dimmer Control ..........................34
Disabled Vehicle Towing ...................192
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............223
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .....23
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ......................24
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. .163
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .......58Electrical Power Outlets
....................58
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................29
Electronic Brake Control System ...............91
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .......153
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........78
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher .................166
Jacking ............................ .229
Jump Starting ........................ .187
Overheating ......................... .191
Towing ............................ .192
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........86
Engine ............................... .207
Air Cleaner ......................... .213
Break-In Recommendations ...............141
Checking Oil Level .....................208
Compartment ........................ .207
Cooling ............................ .220
Exhaust Gas Caution ................132, 265
Fails To Start ........................ .140
Flooded,

Starting ..................... .140
Fuel Requirements .....................262
Jump Starting ........................ .187
Oil ............................ .212, 266
Oil Filler Cap ..................... .207, 213
282 INDEX