service indicator Alfa Romeo 166 2008 Owner handbook (in English)

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ACTIVATING THE ALARM
When the doors and boot/bonnet lids
are closed and the ignition key is in the
STOPposition (key removed), point the
remote control towards the car and press
the button on the ignition key.
With the exception of some markets the
system sounds a “BEEP”, the hazard
warning lights turn on for appr. three sec-
onds and the door lock is engaged.
Engagement of the alarm is preceded
by a self-diagnosis characterised by a
change in the frequency at which the led
(A-fig. 12) flashes. If an anomaly is
detected the system gives off a further
“BEEP”.Surveillance
When the system has been turned on,
the led (A-fig. 12) on the dashboard
will flash to indicate that the system is in
the surveillance mode.
The led (A) inside the car flashes
throughout the whole time the vehicle is
under surveillance.
IMPORTANT Operation of the elec-
tronic alarm is adapted at the origin to
the regulations of the different countries.
Self-diagnosis and monitoring of
doors and bonnet/boot
If, after the alarm has been activated, a
second acoustic signal is heard, check
that all the doors and bonnet/boot are
closed properly and engage the system
once again.
On the other hand, if a door or bon-
net/boot lid is not correctly closed it will
not be controlled by the system.
If the control signal is repeated when
the doors and bonnet/boot are closed
properly this means that the self-diagno-
sis function has detected a system operat-
ing fault, in which case it is necessary
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
DEACTIVATING THE ALARM
To deactivate the alarm press the button
on the remote control. The system per-
forms the following (with the exception
of some markets):
– the direction indicators turn on twice
briefly
– two beeps are sounded briefly by the
siren
– the doors are released.
IMPORTANT If the led in the car s-
tays on when the system has been deac-
tivated, (maximum of 2 minutes or until
the ignition key is moved to MAR) the
following should be borne in mind:
– if the led stays on permanently, it
means that the remote control batteries
are flat and need replacing;
– if the led continues to flash, but at
different intervals than normal, it means
that attempts to steal the car have been
made, counting the number of flashes it
is also possible to identify the type of at-
tempt:
1 flash: right front door
2 flashes: left front door
fig. 12
305PGSm

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Faulty ABS anti
wheel-locking
This warning light comes on when the
system is inefficient. In this case normal
braking is ensured without though, mak-
ing use of the ABS system. Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services should however be
contacted as soon as possible.
When the ignition key is turned to
MARthe warning light comes on but
must go out after approx. 4 seconds.>
Presence of water
in the fuel oil filter
(JTD 20V Multijet versions)
When the ignition key is turned to the
MARposition the warning light should
come on and must go out after approx. 4
seconds.
The warning light switches on fixed
when driving, to indicate the presence of
water in the fuel oil filter.
In case the indicator light switches on,
even if just for a few seconds, we recom-
mend to contact an Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Service as soon as possible in order
to purge the water from the fuel oil filter
and avoid severe damages to the injec-
tion pump and to the fuel oil supply cir-
cuit as well as the engine irregular opera-
tion.
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Glowplugs
(JTD 20V Multijet versions)
The warning light comes on
when the ignition key is turned to MAR
position. When the glowplugs have
reached the established temperature the
warning light will go out. Start the en-
gine as soon as the warning light has
gone out.
For versions/markets where applica-
ble, the warning light flashes for approx.
30 seconds after starting the engine
meaning that there is a fault to the glow
plug warning system, in which case,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
With a high ambient temperature the
warning light may turn on imperceptibly.
m
The car is fitted with an
electronic braking device
(EDB). If the
>andxwarning
lights turn on at the same time, this
means that there is an EBD system
fault; in this case violent braking
may be accompanied by early rear
wheel locking, with the possibility
of skidding. Drive the car ex-
tremely carefully to the nearest
Authorized Alfa Romeo workshop
to have the system checked.
WARNING

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– Two or more spare wheels should never
be used together. Have the wheel changed
repaired and refitted as soon as possible.
Rims
The bolts should be tightened to a
torque of 86 Nm (8.8 kgm).
Tyres
The tyres installed on the vehicle are of
the tubeless type and do not have an in-
ner tube. To obtain the greatest degree of
comfort, safety and length of life of the
tyres, the following recommendations
should be observed.
– With new tyres do not drive at full
speed until the first 100 km have been
reached.
– Before entering a tight bend, even if
the vehicle permits it, reduce speed.
– Avoid sharp acceleration and unneces-
sary braking.
– Do not travel for long periods at sus-
tained high speed especially on rough
roads.– Have the wheels balanced and the
front and rear axles set correctly.
– Avoid hitting the side walls of the
tyres, for example when parking.
– Never tamper with the valve on the
tyre.
– Do not insert anything between the
rim and the tyre.
– If the rim is bent, have it replaced.
– In the event of an abnormal drop in
the tyre pressure replace the wheel and
have it checked.
– When balancing the wheels use the
counterweights which are specifically de-
signed for tubeless tyres. To balance light
alloy rims only Alfa Romeo original
weights should be used.
– The tyre pressure, including that of
the spare wheel must reflect the indica-
tions given in the “Technical specifica-
tions” of this manual.
– Have the tyres checked periodically to
ensure that they are not damaged in any
way.– Second-hand tyres of unknown origin
or over 6 years old must only be used in
emergencies and with great care.
– Inner tubes must not be fitted to
tubeless tyres.
– Avoid parking the vehicle on the edge
of a step or other irregularities in the road
surface.
– Have the tyre tread checked periodi-
cally and replace when the legal mini-
mum is reached.
IMPORTANT Some types of tyres are
fitted with wear indicators. As soon as
these wear indicators appear on the tyre
tread, the tyres must be replaced.
Periodically check that the tyres are not
showing signs of irregular tread wear. If
they are, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services who will eliminate the cause of
irregular wear.
Tread wear increases the danger of
aquaplaning on wet surfaces.

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BULBS TYPE W
LOW BEAM/HIGH BEAM (GAS DISCHARGE HEADLIGHTS) D (D1) 35
HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP SIGNALLER
(GAS DISCHARGE HEADLIGHTS) D (H1) 55
LOW BEAM (HALOGEN BULB HEADLIGHTS) D (H7) 55
HIGH BEAM (HALOGEN BULB HEADLIGHTS) D (H7) 55
FRONT SIDELIGHT B (H6W) 6
FOG LAMPS D (H3) 55
FRONT DIRECTION INDICATORS (COLOURED BULB) B (PY21W) 21
SIDE DIRECTION INDICATORS A (5W Amber) 5
REAR DIRECTION INDICATOR non-replaceable LEDs
STOP/SIDE LIGHT B (21/5W) 21/5
REVERSING LIGHT B (P21W) 21
REAR FOG GUARD B (P21W) 21
ADDITIONAL STOP LIGHT (3rd STOP) A (W2.3W) 2.3
REAR SIDE LIGHT (ON BOOT LID) B (R5W) 5
FRONT ROOF LIGHTS B (10W Halogen) 10
BOOT LIGHT C (10W) 10
GLOVEBOX AND DOOR LIGHTS A (W5W) 5
SUN VISOR LIGHT C (C5W) 5
NUMBER PLATE LIGHT A (W5W) 5
REAR ROOF LIGHTS B (HT5W Halogen) 5
Halogen bulbs must be
handled touching only
the metallic part. If the
transparent bulb is touched with
the fingers its lighting intensity
is reduced and the life of the bulb
may be compromised. If touched
accidentally, rub the bulb with a
cloth moistened with methylated
spirits and allow to dry.
Where possible the
bulbs should be re-
placed by Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services. The correct
operation and positioning of the
external lights are vital to the
safety of the vehicle and its pas-
sengers and the subject of specif-
ic laws.
Halogen bulbs contain
pressurised gas, in the
case of breakage they may burst.
WARNING

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FRONT LIGHT UNITS - GAS
DISCHARGE HEADLIGHTS
(optional for versions/markets where
applicable)
The front light units with gas discharge
headlights contain low beam/high beam
(gas discharge), high beam headlamp
signaller (halogen), sidelight and direc-
tion indicator bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside the light
unit as follows (fig. 24-25):
A.Direction indicator
B.High beam headlamp signaller and
sidelight
C.Gas discharge low beam/high beam.Low beams/high beams
Xenon bulbs are very longlasting and
failure is highly unlikely.
The following paragraph describes how
to replace xenon bulbs correctly.
Any work on the front
light units should be car-
ried out with the light switch at
position 0 (lights off) and with the
ignition key removed from the
switch: danger of electric dis-
charge.
WARNING
If necessary, have the
system checked and if
necessary repaired only by Autho-
rized Alfa Romeo Services.
WARNING
A0D0064m
fig. 24
A0D0065m
fig. 25

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DIRECTION INDICATORS AND
SIDE LIGHTS/STOP LIGHTS
(fig. 59)
WARNING The rear direction indica-
tors comprise leds integrated in the light
unit: should they fail to operate, contact
Authorized Alfa Romeo Services.
To replace the bulb (Type B, sidelight
5W/stop light 21W):
– Open the boot
– Remove the bulb holder (A-
fig. 59) turning counter-clockwise.
– Remove and replace the bulb (B)
(spherical type with bayonet coupling)
pushing gently and turning counter-clock-
wise.– Re-insert the bulb holder unit correctly
in place and fasten turning clockwise.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
(fig. 60-61-62)
To replace the bulbs (Type A, 5W):
– Withdraw the number plate light unit
releasing the catch (A-fig. 60) using a
flat screwdriver protected with a soft
cloth.
– Withdraw the unit (B-fig. 61).
– Withdraw the bulb holder (C-
fig. 62) turning gently and replace the
bulb (D) which is snap-fitted.
– Refit the bulb holder (C-fig. 62)
and the complete unit (B-fig. 61).
481PGSm
fig. 60
482PGSm
fig. 61
483PGSm
fig. 62
480PGSm
fig. 59

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FUSES AND RELAYS IN THE
BOOT
Fuses and relays are housed in the
right-hand side of the boot are housed in
a box, in the recess closed by cover (A-
fig. 92).
To open the cover turn the knob (B).
The devices protected by the fuses in
the boot are listed in the tables on next
pages.IMPORTANTThe arrangement of the
relays may vary depending on the ver-
sions and markets. In the event of a sus-
pected anomaly, contact Alfa Romeo Au-
thorized Services.Circuits operated by relays are the fol-
lowing (fig. 93):
A.Air mixing actuator, climate control
unit, additional heater control (JTD ver-
sions)
B.Rearscreen heating relay
C.Seat warming control, elec-
trochromic driving mirror, sun visor light,
rain sensor, parking sensor control unit,
door mirror control light, remote control
receiver, alarm system control unit, dri-
ver's power window control LOCK warn-
ing light
D.Windscreen heating, door mirror de-
frosting
E.Front seat warming, rear current
socket, front seat electric adjustment,
powered sunroof
F.Direction indicators, trailer presetting
518PGS
fig. 93
A0D0097m
A0D0111m
fig. 92

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CO2EMISSIONS
CO2EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO EEC STANDARD 1999/100
BRAKES
The CO2emission levels shown in the following table are measured on a mixed cycle.
3.2 V6 24V JTD 20VMultijet
Value (g/km) 297 198
3.2 V6 24V - JTD 20V Multijet
Service brakes
front Self-ventilating disk
rear Disk
Wheel anti-lock system (ABS) with electronic braking distribution
Servo-brake. Brake pad wear indicator. Gasket of ecological type.
Handbrake Controlled by hand lever operating on rear brakes