technical specifications Alfa Romeo 159 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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FUEL FEED/IGNITION
1.8 140 HP1750 TURBO BENZINA 1.9 JTDM8V
2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS 1.9 JTDM16v - 2.0 JTDM
2.4 JTDM
Fuel feed Multipoint fuel injection Direct injection Direct injection, Common Rail
Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not
take the system’s technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to
the risk of fire.
1.8 140 HP
Five forward gears + reverse
and synchronisers for speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
Front2.4 JTDM210 HP 4x4
3.2 JTS 4x4
Six forward gears + reverse
and synchronisers for speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
Four-wheel drive 1750 TURBO BENZINA
3.2 JTS 4x2 - 1.9 JTD
M8V1.9
JTD
M16v 2.4 JTDM200 HP
2.0 JTD
M- 2.4 JTDM210 HP
Six forward gears + reverse
and synchronisers for speeds
Dry single disk
with hydraulic control
Front
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox
Clutch
Drive
IMPORTANTIn the event of difficult disengagement, due to significant difference of grip between front and rear axle, do
not insist with heavy accelerations: it is actually more effective an attempt of disengagement at medium slow engine rpm,
with pauses of a few seconds if several attempts are necessary.
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1.8 140 HP - 1750 TURBO BENZINA - 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTDM
1.9 JTDM8v - 1.9 JTDM16v - 2.0 JTDM
Service brakes:
– front Disc, self-ventilating Disc, self-ventilating
– rear Disc Disc, self-ventilating
Parking brake Controlled by hand lever, it works on rear brakes
IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking.
1.8 140 HP - 1750 TURBO BENZINA - 2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS
1.9 JTDM8V- 1.9 JTDM16v - 2.0 JTDM- 2.4 JTDM
Type Rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
Turning radius
(between pavements) 11.1
BRAKES
STEERING
1.8 140 HP - 1750 TURBO BENZINA - 2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS - 1.9 JTDM8V
1.9 JTDM16v - 2.0 JTDM- 2.4 JTDM
Front High quadrilateral system
Rear Multi-link system
SUSPENSIONS
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UNDERSTANDING
TYRE MARKING fig. 5
Example: 205/55 R 16 91 V
205= Nominal width (S, distance be-
tween sidewalls in mm).
55= Percentage height/width ratio
(H/S).
R= Radial tyre.
16= Rim diameter in inches. (Ø).
91= Load rating (capacity).
V = Maximum speed index.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres
with radial carcass. The homologated
tyres are listed in the Log book.
IMPORTANTIn the event of discrep-
ancies between the information provid-
ed on this “Owner’s Manual” and the
“Log book”, consider the specifications
shown in the log book only.
On cars fitted with four-wheel drive, all
four tyres should be the same (brand
and track) to prevent damaging the 4-
WD system. The efficiency of the 4-WD
system however, is not jeopardized if
tyres with different wear conditions are
fitted.
Attaining to the prescribed size, to en-
sure safety of the car in movement, it
must be fitted with tyres of the same
make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANTDo not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
SPACE-SAVER SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
A0E0186mfig. 5
Load rating (capacity)
60= 250 kg 84= 500 kg
61= 257 kg 85= 515 kg
62= 265 kg 86 = 530 kg
63= 272 kg 87= 545 kg
64= 280 kg 88= 560 kg
65= 290 kg 89= 580 kg
66= 300 kg 90= 600 kg
67 = 307 kg 91= 615 kg
68= 315 kg 92= 630 kg
69 = 325 kg 93 = 650 kg
70= 335 kg94= 670 kg
71 = 345 kg 95= 690 kg
72= 355 kg 96 = 710 kg
73= 365 kg 97= 730 kg
74= 375 kg98= 750 kg
75= 387 kg 99= 775 kg
76 = 400 kg 100= 800 kg
77= 412 kg 101= 825 kg
78= 425 kg 102= 850 kg
79= 437 kg 103= 875 kg
80= 450 kg 104= 900 kg
81= 462 kg 105= 925 kg
82= 475 kg 106 = 950 kg
83= 487 kg
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UNDERSTANDING RIM
MARKING fig. 5
Example: 7 J x 16 H2 ET 43
7= rim width in inches 1.
J= rim drop center outline (side
projection where the tyre bead
rests) 2.
16= rim nominal diameter in inch-
es (corresponds to diameter of
the tyre to be mounted) (3=
Ø).
H2= “hump” shape and number (re-
lief on the circumference hold-
ing the Tubeless tyre bead on
the rim).
43= wheel camber angle (distance
between the disc/rim support-
ing plane and the wheel rim
centre line). Maximum speed rating
Q= up to 160 km/h.
R= up to 170 km/h.
S= up to 180 km/h.
T= up to 190 km/h.
U= up to 200 km/h.
H= up to 210 km/h.
V= up to 240 km/h.
W= up to 270 km/h.
Y= up to 300 km/h.
Maximum speed rating
for snow tyres
Q M + S= up to 160 km/h.
T M + S= up to 190 km/h.
H M + S= up to 210 km/h.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
A0E0788mfig. 6
RIM PROTECTOR TYRES
fig. 6
If after-sale tyres with
rim protector are used
(fig. 6) and the car has inte-
gral cups fixed (by springs) to
the sheet wheel, DO NOT fit
wheel cups. The use of unsui-
table tyres and wheel cups
could cause a sudden pressu-
re loss of the tyre.
ATTENZIONE
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Traditional snow chains may not be used on tyres type 225/50 R17” only spider type chains
can be used. Tyres 235/45 R18” and 235/40 ZR19” cannot be fitted with snow chains due
to interference with the fender. Also for 3.2 JTS and 2.4 JTD
M210 HP 4x4 version, snow chains shall be fitted on the FRONT
axle of the car.
4,00B x17"
T125/80 R17
TI
Versions
8Jx19" alloy
235/40 ZR19 96Y (▼)
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
1.9 JTDM8VECO
1.9 JTDM8V(**)
2.0 JTDMECO
2.0 JTDM(**)
7Jx16” steel
205/55 R16 91V
7Jx16” steel
215/55 R16 93V
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” (*) alloy
225/50 R17 98W
Standard tyres
For versions/markets,
where provided
Optionals
Space-saver
spare wheel
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
(*) Tyres that cannot be fitted with traditional snow chains. Only “spider” type chains can be used.
(**) For specific markets
IMPORTANTSnow tyres with speed index Hor superior are recommended.
(
▼) Unchainable tyres. When using winter tyres, use 225/50 R17 98 tyres or 235/45 R18 98. Vehicles with TI fittings should not use 16”
wheel rims.
1750 TURBO BENZINA
3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTDM200 CV
2.4 JTDM210 CV
7,5Jx17” (*) alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W (▼)
1.8 140 HP
1.9 JTDM8V1.9 JTDM16V2.0 JTDM
7Jx16” steel
205/55 R16 91V
7Jx16” steel
215/55 R16 93V
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” (*) alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W (▼)
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COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE
WHEEL ANGLES
Tyres
205/55 R16 91V
front rear
2.3 2.3
2.6 2.6Tyres
215/55 R16 93V
front rear
2.3 2.3
2.5 2.5Tyres
225/50 R17 98W
front rear
2.5 2.5
2.9 2.7Tyres
235/45 R18 98W (▼)
front rear
2.7 2.5
2.9 2.7Tyres
235/40 ZR19 96Y (▼)
front rear
2.7 2.5
3.0 2.8
All types
–35’ ± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 24’
4° 15’ ± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 18’
–8’ ± 4’
max. difference
right/left: 4’
–40’ ± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 24’
13’ ± 7’
(total toe-in: 26’ ± 7’)4x2 Versions
–1° 1’± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 24’
4° 15’± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 18’
–7’± 4’
max. difference
right/left: 4’
–1° 3’± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 24’
11’± 7’
(total toe-in: 22’± 7’)4x4 Versions
–38’±18’
max. difference
right/left: 24’
4° 15’ ± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 18’
–7’ ± 4’
max. difference
right/left: 4’
–1° 3’ ± 18’
max. difference
right/left: 24’
11’ ± 7’
(total toe-in: 22’ ± 7’)TI Versions
Front
wheels
Rear
wheels
– camber
– caster
– half toe-in
(per wheel)
– camber
– half toe-in (per wheel)
VEHICLE GEOMETRYThe TI fittings present lower suspensions around of 20 mm with respects to the other versions.
Warning: lowered trim car, pay attention when driving on ramps, humps or on particularly
rough routes.
average load bar
full load bar
(▼) Unchainable tyres. When using winter tyres, use 225/50 ZR17 96 tyres or 235/45 R18 98. Vehicles with TI fittings should not use 16” wheel rims.
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the inflation pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.
Inflate tyres to full load pressures if driving at continuous speed exceeding 160 km/h.Space-saver
spare wheel
T125/80 R17
4.2
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DIMENSIONS
Dimensions are
expressed in mm and
refer to the car
fitted with standard tyres.
Min. size variations
when optional tyres are
fitted.
The height refers to
the car unladen.
BOOT VOLUME
Boot volume .............. 405 dm3
A0E0044m
(■) With tyres 215/55 R16”
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AB CD E FG H
4660 1000 2700 960 1422 1578 1828 1555
1417 (■) 1593 (■) 1573 (■)
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Dimensions are
expressed in mm and
refer to the car
fitted with standard tyres.
Min. size variations
when optional tyres are
fitted.
The height refers to
the car unladen.
BOOT VOLUME
Boot volume .............. 445 dm3
A0E0307m
AB CD E FG H
4660 1000 2700 960 1422 1578 1828 1555
1417 (■) 1593 (■) 1573 (■)
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■) With tyres 215/55 R16”
(*) With roof racks/ski racks (where provided): 1452/1447 (with 215/55 R16" tyres)
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PERFORMANCE
SALOON VERSIONS Top speed km/h Acceleration from 0-100 km/h sec. Kilometer with standing start sec.
1.8 140 HP208 10.2 31.1
1750 TURBO BENZINA235 7.7 28.9
3.2 JTS 4x2250 7.1 27.0
3.2 JTS 4x4244 7.0 27.3
1.9 JTDM8v193 10.7 32.6
1.9 JTDM8v ECO197 10.7 32.8
1.9 JTDM8v ECO (*)194 11.0 33.2
1.9 JTDM16v212 9.2 30.6
2.0 JTDM/2.0 JTDMECO218 8.8 30.2
2.0 JTDMECO (*)215 9.0 30.5
2.4 JTDM4x2231 8.1 28.7
2.4 JTDM4x4227 8.3 29.0
(*) For specific markets
SPORTWAGON VERSIONSTop speed km/h Acceleration from 0-100 km/h sec. Kilometer with standing start sec.
1.8 140 HP206 10.4 31.3
1750 TURBO BENZINA233 7.9 29.2
3.2 JTS 4x2248 7.2 27.4
3.2 JTS 4x4242 7.2 27.7
1.9 JTDM8v192 10.9 32.9
1.9 JTDM8v ECO196 10.9 33.3
1.9 JTDM8v ECO (*)193 11.2 33.7
1.9 JTDM16v210 9.4 30.9
2.0 JTDM/2.0 JTDMECO216 9.0 30.5
2.0 JTDMECO (*)213 9.2 30.8
2.4 JTDM4x2229 8.3 29.0
2.4 JTDM4x4225 8.5 29.3
(*) For specific markets
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3.2 JTS
4x2
1540
1220
1050
2090
550
1700
70
50
1.9
JTD
M8v
1480
1150
1050
2030
550
1500
60
50
1.9
JTD
M16v
2.0 JTD
M
1490
1130 (Õ)/1150
1050
2040
550
1500
60
50
2.4 JTDM
4x2
1585
1220
1050
2135
550
1500
60
50
1750
TURBO
BENZINA
1430
1100
1050
1980
550
1500
60
50
1.8
140 HP
1385
1100
1050
1935
550
1400
60
50
2.4 JTDM
4x4
1645
1220
1050
2195
550
1500
60
50
3.2 JTS
4x4
1610
1220
1050
2160
550
1700
70
50
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WEIGHTS
Weights (kg)
Saloon versions
Weight empty
(including fluids, 90%
fuel in the tank and
no optional)
Maximum
admitted load (*)
– front axle
– rear axle
– total
Payload including
driver (**)
Towable loads
Max. load on ball
Maximum load
on roof
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads in the boot an/or on the roof so
that they comply with these limits.
(**) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch etc.) the unladen weight increases, thus reducing the payload as specified in
the maximum weight allowed.
(
Õ) 2.0 JTDMversions
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