2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio maintenance

Engine Compartment
At the end of every winter, wash the
engine compartment thoroughly, taking
care not to aim the jet of water directly at
the electronic control units or at the
windshield wiper motors. Have this
operation performed at a specialized
workshop.
Note:The washing should take place
with the engine cold and the ignition
device in the STOP position. After the
washing operation, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber caps and
guards) have not been removed or
damaged.INTERIORS
Periodically check the cleanliness of the
interior, beneath the mats, which could
cause oxidation of the sheet metal.
Seats And Fabric Parts
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advised to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery. Rub the
seats with a sponge moistened with a
solution of water and neutral detergent.
Leather Seats
Remove the dry dirt with a chamois or
slightly damp cloth, without exerting too
much pressure.
Remove any liquid or grease stains using
an absorbent dry cloth, without rubbing.
Then clean with a soft cloth or buckskin
cloth dampened with water and mild
soap. If the stain persists, use specific
products and observe the instructions
carefully.
Note: Never use alcohol. Make sure that
the cleaning products used contain no
alcohol or alcohol derivatives, even in
small quantities.
Plastic And Coated Parts
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp
cloth (if possible made from microfiber),
and a solution of water and neutral,
non-abrasive detergent.
To clean oily or persistent stains, use
specific products free from solvents and
designed to maintain the original
appearance and color of the components.
Remove any dust using a microfiber
cloth, if necessary moistened with water.
The use of paper tissues is not
recommended as these may leave
residues.
Genuine Leather Parts
Use only water and mild soap to clean
these parts. Never use alcohol or
alcohol-based products.
Before using a specific product for
cleaning interiors, make sure that it does
not contain alcohol and/or alcohol based
substances.
Carbon Fiber Parts
To eliminate small scratches and marks
on the carbon, contact your authorized
dealer. An improperly performed
operation may irreparably damage the
carbon.
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil that has been thoroughly developed and tested in order to meet the requirements of the
Scheduled Servicing Plan. Constant use of the prescribed lubricants guarantees the fuel consumption and emission specifications.
Lubricant quality is crucial for engine operation and duration.
2.9L V6 — Engine Lubrication
FeaturesSpecificationReplacement interval
5W-40
A
CEA C3
API SN FPT 9.55535-GH2
MS-12991 According to the Maintenance Plan
If lubricants conforming to the specific request are not available, products that meet the indicated specifications can be used to top
up; in this case optimal performance of the engine is not guaranteed.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING
SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are having warranty work done, be
sure to bring the right papers with you, as
well as your warranty folder. All work to
be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with
the service manager. Keep a maintenance
log of your vehicle's service history, as
this can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle's
problems or the specific work you want
done. If you've had an accident or work
done that is not on your maintenance log,
let the service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must
have your vehicle by the end of the day,
discuss the situation with the service
advisor and list the items in order of
priority. At many authorized dealers, you
may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal
daily charge. If you need a rental, it is
advisable to make these arrangements
when you call for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized
dealer are vitally interested in your
satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an
authorized dealer. We strongly
recommend that you take the vehicle to
an authorized dealer. They know your
vehicle the best, and are most concerned
that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer's authorized
dealer have the facilities, factory-trained
technicians, special tools, and the latest
information to ensure the vehicle is fixed
correctly and in a timely manner.
This is why you should always talk to an
authorized dealer service manager first.
Most matters can be resolved with this
process.
If for some reason you are still not
satisfied, talk to the general manager or
owner of the authorized dealer. They
want to know if you need assistance.
If an authorized dealer is unable to
resolve the concern, you may contact the
manufacturer's customer center. Any communication to the
manufacturer's customer center should
include the following information:
Owner's name and address
Owner's telephone number (home and
office)
Authorized dealer name
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle delivery date and mileage
Alfa Romeo Customer Center
P.O. Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: 1-844-Alfa-USA
(1-844-253-2872)
Alfa Romeo Customer Center (Canada)
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: 1-800-465-2001 (English)
Phone: 1-800-387-9983 (French)
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INDEX
Accessories Purchased By TheOwner....................4
Active Safety Systems .........104
Active Torque Vectoring (ATV) System ................ .107
Adaptive Cruise Control .........166
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) ............166
Additives, Fuel ............. .256
AFS Function ................40
AirBag.................. .123
Advance Front Air Bag ........123
Air Bag Operation ...........125
Air Bag Warning Light ........123
Driver Knee Air Bag ..........126
Enhanced Accident
Response .............129,207
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .....207
Front Air Bag .............123
If A Deployment Occurs .......128
Knee Impact Bolsters ........125
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..................... .131
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ..................... .123
Side Air Bags .............126
Transporting Pets ..........141
Air Bag Light .............123,142
Air Bag Maintenance ...........131 Air Pressure
Tires .................. .233
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........21
Alfa Active Suspension (AAS) .....161
Alfa DNA System .............158
Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) System . . .104
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ......257
Automatic Dimming Mirror ........37
Automatic Headlights ...........39
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...................48
Automatic Transmission ........152
Auxiliary Driving Systems ........107
B-Pillar Location .............230
Battery ..................
.217
K

eyless Key Fob Replacement ....17
Battery Recharging ...........218
Belts, Seat ................ .142
Blind Spot Monitoring ..........107
Bodywork (Cleaning And Maintenance) .............242
Brakes .................. .250
Brake Fluid Level ...........217
Brightness, Interior Lights ........44
Bulbs, Light ............... .143
Camera, Rear .............. .179
Capacities, Fluid .............257
Carbon Monoxide Warning .......141Certification Label
............182
Changing A Flat Tire ...........225
Chart, Tire Sizing .............227
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ............101
Checking Levels .............215
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . .141
Checks, Safety ..............141
Child Restraint ..............131
Child Restraints Booster Seats .............134
Child Restraints ............131
Child Seat Installation ........139
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat
Belt .................. .138
Infants And Child Restraints . . . .133
LATCH Positions ...........135
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ............... .135
Older Children And Child
Restraints .............. .133
Seating Positions ...........134
Clean Air Gasoline ............255
Cleaning Wheels ................ .238
Climate Control ............47,50
Close The Hood ...............57
Compact Spare Tire ...........237
Contract,

Service .............263

Cooling SystemCoolant Capacity ...........257
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .257
Courtesy Mirror Light (Bulb Replacement) .............191
Cruise Control (Speed Control) . . . .166
Cupholder ..................67
Cupholders .................67
Customer Assistance ..........262
Daytime Running Lights ..........39
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ......39
Defroster, Windshield ..........142
Dimensions ............... .253
Direction Indicators (Changing A Bulb) .................. .191
Disabled Vehicle Towing .........204
Door Light ..................43
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock —
Rear Doors ................27
Power Door Locks ...........27
Doors .....................23
Drive Train Control (DTC) System . . .104
Driving Modes ............. .158
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ................ .107
Electric Park Brake ............149
Electric Remote Mirrors .........37Electric Steering Wheel Heating
.....37
Electronic Speed Control ........164
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............. .164,166
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System ................ .105
Emergency, In Case Of ..........198
Hazard Warning Flasher .......188
Jacking ................ .225
Jump Starting .............201
Overheating ............. .203
Towing ..............204,206
Emission Control System Maintenance ............. .101
Engine .................. .247
Block Heater ............. .149
Engine Coolant Level ........
.216
Exhaust

Gas Caution .........141
Fuel Requirements ..........255
Jump Starting .............201
Oil................... .257
Oil Selection ............. .257
Overheating ............. .203
Starting ............... .203
Engine Compartment ..........215
Engine Compartment (Washing) . . . .244
Engine Oil Level Check ............. .216
Engine Overheating ...........203 Enhanced Accident Response
Feature ..............129,207
Ethanol .................. .255
Exhaust Gas Caution ...........141
Exhaust System .............141
Exterior Lighting ............38,40
Exterior Lights ............38,143
Flashers Hazard Warning ............188
Turn Signal ............41,143
Fluid Capacities ..............257
Fluid Leaks ............... .143
Fluids And Lubricants ..........258
Forward Collision Warning (System) .110
Front Light Cluster With Main Beam Xenon Gas Discharge Headlights
(Bulb Replacement) ..........191
Front Seat Electric Heating .......31
Front Seats (Power Adjustment) ....29
Front Wipers Wiper Operation ............45
Fuel Additives ............... .256
Clean Air ............... .255
Ethanol ................ .255
Materials Added ...........256
Methanol ............... .255
Tank Capacity .............257
INDEX

LocksPower Door ...............23
Steering Wheel .............20
Luggage Compartment Light (Bulb Replacement) .............192
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ................ .101
Manual, Service ............. .265
Methanol ................. .255
Mirrors ....................37
Automatic Dimming ..........37
Electric Powered ............37
Electric Remote ............37
Heated ..................38
OBD System ............... .101
Occupant Restraints ...........117
Oil, Engine Capacity ............... .257
Recommendation ..........257
Viscosity ............... .257
Overheating, Engine ...........203
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . .265
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) .............243
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System . . .106
Park Sensors System ..........173Performance (Top Speed)
........260
Pets.................... .141
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ............. .230
Power Door Locks ...............23
Mirrors ..................37
Seats ...................29
Sunroof .................55
Power Sunroof ...............55
Power Supply .............. .248
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts . . .121
Pretensioners Seat Belts .............. .121
Prolonged Vehicle Inactivity ......242
Radial Ply Tires ............. .235
Radio Frequency General Information ......18,20,27
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ...................5
Rear Armrest ................68
Rear Camera .............. .179
Rear Cross Path .............107
Rear
Seats ..................32
Rear Window Wiper/Washer .......46
Reformulated Gasoline .........255
Refueling Procedure ...........180
Refueling The Vehicle ..........180
Reminder, Seat Belt ...........118 Remote Starting System
........146
Replacement Keys .............18
Replacement Tires ............236
Replacing A Bulb .............188
Replacing An External Bulb .......191
Replacing An Internal Bulb .......191
Reporting Safety Defects .......264
Restraint, Head ...............34
Restraints, Child .............131
Rims And Tires ..............226
Roll Over Warning ..............3
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ......142
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .....143
Safety Defects, Reporting .......264
Safety Information, Tire .........226
Safety Tips ............... .141
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...........141
Saving Fuel ............... .183
Scheduled Servicing ...........210
Scheduled Servicing Program (2.9L V6 Gasoline Engine
Versions) ............... .212
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt
Anchorage .............. .120
Energy Management Feature . . . .121
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting . . .120
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........118
Pregnant Women ...........121
INDEX