2020 Alfa Romeo MiTo brake fluid

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IMPORTANT The warning light switches on in the instrument panel together with a dedicated message and/or acoustic signal when
applicable. These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative
to the information contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are advised to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to the
information in this section in the event of a failure indication.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed are divided into two categories: very serious and less serious failures. Serious faults are
indicated by a repeated and prolonged warning "cycle". Less serious faults are indicated by a warning "cycle" with a shorter duration.
The display cycle of both categories can be interrupted. The instrument panel warning light will stay on until the cause of the
malfunction is eliminated.
WARNING LIGHTS ON INSTRUMENT PANEL
Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE ENGAGED
The warning light switches on when the key is turned to
MAR-ON, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on
when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls
below the minimum level, possibly due to leaks in the
circuit.Restore the brake fluid level, then check that the warning
light has switched off.
If the warning light stays on, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Handbrake engaged
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on
when the handbrake is engaged. If the car is moving an
acoustic signal is also emitted.Release the handbrake, then check that the warning light
has switched off.
If the warning light (or symbol on the display) stays on,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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the kit from the specific compartment;
remove the adhesive label of speed 3
(see previous paragraph) and apply it in a
visible position. Wear the protective
gloves provided;
remove the cap from the valve of the
punctured tyre and connect and firmly
tighten the transparent tube of the
sealing fluid 1 fig. 109 and tighten nut
2 on the tyre valve;
make sure that the switch for the
compressor is in position0(off), start the
engine, open the rear hatch and insert the
plug in the into the luggage compartment
power socket or on central tunnel and
start the engine. Switch on the
compressor by turning the switch to
positionI(on);
inflate the tyre to the pressure
indicated in the “Wheels” paragraph in the
“Technical data” chapter;
if after five minutes pressure is not at
least 1.8 bar/26 psi, turn off the
compressor and disconnect it from the
valve and power socket, replace the cap,
then move the vehicle forwards by
approx. ten metres in order to distribute
the sealing fluid inside the tyre evenly.
Stop the vehicle safely and repeat the
operation above until the required
pressure is reached;
if after this operation you still cannot
reach at least 1.8 bar/26 psi after
5 minutes from switching on the
compressor, THE TYRE IS TOO
DAMAGED TO BE REPAIRED. Remove
and place the kit in the specific
compartment and contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership;
if the required pressure is reached,
restart driving. Do not exceed 80 km/h.
Avoid sudden acceleration or braking.
After driving for about 8 km / 5 miles,
place the vehicle in a safe and suitable
area, engaging the parking brake. Pick up
the kit, ensure the on-off button is in0
position, insert the electrical connector in
the vehicle 12V socket. Remove the cap
from the valve of repaired tyre,
disconnect and pull out the black inflation
tube, connect it to the valve and lock it
with the lever. Check the tyre pressure on
the pressure gauge.
if the pressure is lower than 1.8 bar /
26 psi, the TYRE IS TOO DAMAGED AND
CANNOT BE REPAIRED. Remove and
place the kit in the specific compartment
and contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership;
if the pressure indicated is equal to or
higher than 1.8 bar/26 psi, switch on the
compressor and inflate to the required
pressure. Disconnect and replace the kit
in the specific compartment. Drive
carefully to the nearest Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible.
CHECKING AND RESTORING TYRE
PRESSURE
The compressor can also be used to
check and, if necessary, restore the tyre
pressure.
Disconnect and pull out the black
inflation tube 1 fig. 110, connect and to
the tyre valve and lock in position with
the lever.
With the same procedure it is possible to
inflate bicycle tyres and balloons. The kit
should be used by adults and cannot be
used by children.
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Replace filter inside the pressure
regulator (1.4 Turbo Petrol/LPG
120 HP version)
Replace paper filter (LPG in gaseous
state) (1.4 Turbo Petrol/LPG 120 HP
version)
Change the brake fluid(7)
Replace the passenger compartment
cleaner (6) (o) (●)
(7) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every 2 years, irrespective of the mileage.
(6) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.
(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
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Replace accessory drive belt/s(3)
Replace fuel filter cartridge(4)
Replace air cleaner cartridge(5)
Change the brake fluid(6)
Replace the passenger compartment
cleaner(5) (o) (●)
(3) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled.
Dusty areas and/or demanding use of the car (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage 60,000 km. The belt must
be replaced every 4 years, regardless of distance travelled.
(4) If the vehicle runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km
(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 20,000 km.
(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every 2 years, irrespective of the mileage.
(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
engine coolant, brake fluid and
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen wash/wipe system
and positioning/wear of windscreen/
rearscreen wiper blades
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
IMPORTANT To find out the correct oil
quantity, always check using the dipstick.
Carry out the check with the vehicle
parked on level ground.
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
If the vehicle is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried out
more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks, cleanliness
and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect condition of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes) and
rubber elements (boots - sleeves - bushes
- etc.);
check battery charge and battery fluid
level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change engine
oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace pollen
filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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ENGINE OIL
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38) 39)
2)
Check that the oil level is between the
MIN and MAX references on the dipstick
1. If the level of the oil is close to or below
the MIN mark, add oil via the filler fitting
2 until the MAX mark is reached.
1.4 Petrol / 1.4 Turbo Petrol/LPG /
1.4 Turbo Multi Air / 1.3 JTD
M-2versions: pull the engine oil dipstick 1,
clean it with a lint-free cloth and insert
it again. Extract it again and check that
the level is between the MIN and MAX
marks on the dipstick.
Turbo TwinAir versions: engine oil
dipstick 1 is integral with the cap 2.
Unscrew the cap, clean the dipstick with a
lint-free cloth, reinsert the dipstick and
screw the cap back on. Unscrew the plug
again and check that the engine oil level is
between the MIN and MAX marks on the
dipstick.
Engine oil consumption
The maximum engine oil consumption is
usually 400 grams every 1000 km. When
the car is new, the engine needs to be run
in; therefore the engine oil consumption
can only be considered stabilised after
the first 5000 - 6000 km.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
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40)
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap
3 of reservoir and add the fluid described
in the "Technical Specifications" chapter.
WINDSCREEN / REAR WINDOW
WASHING FLUID
134) 135)
If the level is too low, raise the reservoir
cap 4 and add the fluid described in the
"Technical Specifications" chapter.
BRAKE FLUID
136) 137)
41)
Check that the fluid is at the max. level. If
the fluid level in the reservoir is too low,
undo the reservoir cap 5 and add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
ALFA TCT ACTIVATIONSYSTEM OIL(where provided)
3)
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
IMPORTANT
37)Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are not
compatible with each other! Topping up with
an unsuitable fluid could severely damage
your vehicle.
38)The oil level must never exceed the MAX
reference.
39)Do not add oil with specifications other
than those of the oil already in the engine.
40)Use a fluid of the same type as that
already present in the reservoir for any
topping up of the engine cooling system. The
fluid cannot be mixed with other types of
antifreeze fluids. In the event of topping up
with an unsuitable product, under no
circumstances start the engine and contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
41)Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen, immediately
wash with water.
WARNING
130)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
131)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is hot:
you may get burned. Do not get too close to
the radiator cooling fan: the electric fan may
start; danger of injury. Scarves, ties and
other loose clothing might be pulled by
moving parts.
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132)If the engine oil is being topped up, wait
for the engine to cool down before loosening
the filler cap, particularly for vehicles with
aluminium cap (where provided). WARNING:
risk of burns!
133)The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, only replace the plug with
another original or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine is
hot: you risk scalding yourself.
134)Do not travel with the windscreen
washer fluid reservoir empty: the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some system
components.
135)Some commercial additives for
windscreen washer fluid are flammable. The
engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
136)Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental contact,
immediately wash the affected parts with
water and mild soap. Then rinse thoroughly.
Call a doctor immediately if swallowed.
137)The symbol
, on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid is
synthetic or mineral-based. Use of mineral
type fluids will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system beyond repair.
IMPORTANT
2)Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. To change the oil and filters, we
advise you to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
3)Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to the
environment. You are advised to contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership for oil changes.
BATTERY RECHARGING
IMPORTANT The battery recharging
procedure is given as information only. To
carry out this operation contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver's side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting and then
reconnecting the electrical supply to the
battery.
Charging should be slow at a low ampere
rating for approximately 24 hours.
Charging for a longer time may damage
the battery.
IMPORTANT The cables of the electrical
system must be correctly reconnected to
the battery, i.e. the positive cable (+) to
the positive terminal and the negative
cable (–) to the negative terminal. The
battery terminals are marked with the
positive (+) and negative (–) symbols, and
are shown on the battery cover. The
battery terminals must also be
corrosion-free and firmly secured to the
terminals. If a "quick-type" battery
charger is used with the battery fitted on
the vehicle, before connecting it
disconnect both cables of the battery
itself. Do not use a "quick-type" battery
charger to provide the starting voltage.
The cables of the electrical system must
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WEIGHTS
Weights (kg) Turbo TwinAir 1.4-litre Petrol
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to
90% and without optional equipment)1130 1080
Payload including the driver
(*)480(**)/ 560(***)480(**)/ 560(***)
Maximum permitted loads(****)
– front axle 950 850
– rear axle 850 850
– total
1610
(**)/ 1690(***)1560(**)/ 1640(***)
Towable loads
– braked trailer 500 500
– trailer without brakes 400 400
Maximum load on roof 40 40
Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes) 60 60
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload in relation to the
maximum permissible loads.
(**) 4-seater versions
(***) 5-seater versions
(****) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum
permitted loads.
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