weight Alfa Romeo 166 2008 Owner handbook (in English)

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The results of research on the best child
restraint systems are contained in the Eu-
ropean Standard ECE-R44. This Standard
enforces the use of restraint systems clas-
sified in five groups:
Group 0 0-10 kg in weight
Group 0+ 0-13 kg in weight
Group 1 9-18 kg in weight
Group 2 15-25 kg in weight
Group 3 22-36 kg in weight
As it may be noted, the groups overlap
partly and in fact, in commerce it is possi-
ble to find devices that cover more than
one weight group (fig. 56).
All restraint devices must bear the certi-
fication data, together with the control
brand, on a solidly fixed label which must
absolutely never be removed. Over
481.50 m in height, from the point of
view of restraint systems, children are
considered as adults and wear the seat
belts normally.Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo offers seats
for each weight group, which are the rec-
ommended choice, as they have been de-
signed and experimented specifically for
Alfa Romeo cars.
GROUP 0 and 0+
Babies up to 13 kg must be carried fac-
ing backwards on a cradle seat, which,
supporting the head, does not induce
stress on the neck in the event of sharp
deceleration. The cradle is restrained by
the car seat belts, as shown in (fig. 57)
and in turn it must restrain the child with
its own belts.GROUP 1
Starting from 9 kg to 18 kg in weight,
children may be carried facing forwards,
with seats fitted with front cushion
(fig. 58), through which the car seat
belt restrains both child and seat.
004STZm
fig. 57 fig. 58
005STZm
Illustration is indicative
for assembly only. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it. Child’s seat shall not be
assembled on the rear central seat.
WARNING

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GROUP 2
Starting from 15 kg to 25 kg in weight,
children may be restrained directly by the
car belts. The only function of the seat is to
position the child correctly in relation to the
belts, so that the diagonal part adheres to
the chest and not to the neck and that the
horizontal part clings to the child’s pelvis
and not the abdomen (fig. 59).GROUP 3
For children from 22 kg up to 36 kg the
size of the child’s chest no longer requires
a support to space the child’s back from
the seat back.
(Fig. 60) shows proper child seat posi-
tioning on the rear seat.
Children taller than 1.50 m can wear
seat belts like adults.
006STZm007STZm
fig. 59 fig. 60
Seats exist which are
suitable for covering
weight groups 0 and 1 with a rear
connection to the vehicle belts and
their own belts to restrain the
child. Due to their size, they can be
dangerous if installed incorrectly
fastened to the car belts with a
cushion. Carefully follow the in-
structions for installation provided
with the seat.
WARNING
Illustration is indicative
for assembly only. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it. Child’s seat shall not be
assembled on the rear central seat.
WARNING
Illustration is indicative
for assembly only. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it. Child’s seat shall not be
assembled on the rear central seat.
WARNING

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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE
The car, for versions/markets where applicable, complies with the new Directive 2000/3/EC regulating child’s seat assembling on
the different car seats according to the following table:
Key:
U= suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal” category, according to European Standard ECE-R44 for the specified
“Groups”
(*)= child’s seat cannot be installed on the rear centre seat
Group Range of weight SEAT
Front passenger Lateral central Rear central
passenger passenger
Group 0,0+
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3 until 13 kg
9 -18 kg
15 - 25 kg
22 - 36 kgU
U
U
UU
U
U
U(*)
(*)
(*)
(*)

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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
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A - Normal pressure: tread uniform-
ly worn.
A correct pressure will ensure a longer
life for your tyre and improve perfor-
mance as the tread will then be working
along the entire width of the tread and
wear will be more uniform.
These conditions also lead to:
– better road holding of the vehicle
– easier and more precise steering
– reduced fuel consumption due to a
lower resistance against the rolling of the
tyre.
B - Insufficient pressure: tread
worn more along the edge.
Low tyre pressure will cause irregular
wearing of the tread (greater along the
sides) and cause the tyre to overheat
which could lead to parts of the tyre
breaking off and cause damage to the
shell of the tyre itself.
This type of damage could lead to sud-
den loss of pressure or cause the tyre to
burst.C - Excessive pressure: tread worn
more towards the centre.
Overinflating the tyres leads to:
– irregular wearing of the tread, con-
centrated more towards the centre of the
tread
– a reduction in the level of comfort
– a greater vulnerability of the tyre to
knocks
IMPORTANT When the vehicle is be-
ing used the pressure increases naturally.
In exceptional cases when checking tyre
pressure when hot, do not reduce the
pressure.Wheel balancing
Each wheel together with its tyre is bal-
anced, both satirically and dynamically, in
the factory. When the tyres are replaced
the wheels must be rebalanced to prevent
vehicle instability, wearing of the compo-
nents of the steering system and irregular
tyre wear.
When balancing wheels
made of light alloy only
original Alfa Romeo
counterweights should be used.

152 TOWING TRAILERS
GENERALITIES
The vehicle can be used to tow trailers
after a suitable tow hook has been fitted.
Alfa Romeo retails a tow hook which ful-
fils the safety and legal requirements.
This tow hook should be fitted by Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services which will en-
sure a better result and avoid problems
arising which may jeopardise the body-
work warranty cover.The trailer’s braking system must be
separate from the vehicle’s hydraulic sys-
tem.
The vehicle-trailer match must conform
to the specifications of the road-traffic
laws.
Towing weight refers to the overall
weight of a fully loaded trailer including
all accessories and personal belongings.
To avoid sanctions the overall weight of a
fully loaded trailer should be checked to
ensure that it does not exceed the limits
given in the log book.
The vertical loading on the ball hook
should not in any case exceed the limits
specified in the “Technical specifications”
section.When hooking up a caravan or trailer
check that the maximum towable
weights (given in the log book) and the
maximum load permitted on the vehicle’s
tow hook (given on the label applied to
the structure of the trailer), are above or
equal to the overall weight and loading
on the towing eye.
WARNINGS AND
SUGGESTIONS
Some indications concerning driving
with a trailer are given below:
– Install the specific rear-view mirrors
as specified by law.
– Remember that when towing a trailer
steep inclines are harder to climb.
– When travelling down hill engage a
low gear rather than constantly using the
brake.
– Drive within the permitted speed lim-
its for vehicles with trailers. In any case
the maximum speed should never exceed
100 km/h.
The ABS system with
which the car is fitted
does not control the trailer brak-
ing system. Particular care is
therefore necessary on slippery
surfaces.
WARNING
Under no circumstances
should the hydraulic
braking system of the vehicle be
tampered with to control the
brakes of the trailer.
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The following pages give the various specifications of the vehicle.
These pages will probably represent the main reference point in
this booklet for the “experts and enthusiasts”.
This section should be consulted in order to identify the main cha-
racteristics of your vehicle referred to in the previous chapters.IDENTIFICATION DATA...............................................................................page 232
ENGINE CODES-BODY VERSIONS
.....................................................................233
DIMENSIONS
...........................................................................................................234
ENGINE
......................................................................................................................235
SERVICING
................................................................................................................236
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
..............................................................................236
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
..................................................................................237
WEIGHTS
...................................................................................................................237
FUEL SUPPLY - IGNITION
....................................................................................238
PERFORMANCE
.......................................................................................................239
FUEL CONSUMPTION
............................................................................................240
CO
2EMISSIONS......................................................................................................241
BRAKES
.....................................................................................................................241
STEERING
..................................................................................................................242
TRANSMISSION
.......................................................................................................242
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
..................................................................................243
RIM AND TYRES
....................................................................................................245
TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE
...............................................................................247
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL:
MINISTERIAL HOMOLOGATIONS
.....................................................................251
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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IDENTIFICATION LABEL
This is located in the left-hand side of
the boot (next to the battery) (fig. 5).
It carries the following identification da-
ta:
A- Space for details of national ho-
mologation
B- Space for punching the consecutive
chassis numberC- Space available for maximum
weights authorised by various national
laws
D- Space for version and any supple-
mentary indications to those specified
E- Space for smoke index (JTD 20V
Multijet versions only)
F- Space for punching manufacturer’s
name.
ENGINE AND BODY VERSION CODES
3.2 V6 24V JTD 20VMultijet
Engine Code 936A000 936B000
Body Code 936AXB00 17936AXG00 22
3225CAm
fig. 5

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
WEIGHTS
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. It is the owner’s responsibility to place loads in the boot and/or on the loading surface within the maximum permissible weight limits.
(**) With special fittings (sunroof, trailer towing device, etc.) the unloaded weight increases, thereby reducing the useful capacity with regard to maximum permissible
loads.
3.2 V6 24V JTD 20VMultijet
Capacity (dm3) 490 490
3.2 V6 24V JTD 20V
Multijet
Weight empty (including fluids, 90% fuel in the tank and no optional) 1540 kg 1540 kg
Max. permitted weight (*) 2050 kg 2050 kg
Payload including
driver (**) 510 kg 510 kg
Towable weight 1500 kg 1500 kg
Max. load on ball 60 kg 60 kg

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Radio ........................................122
Radio-frequency remote control ........251
Radio transmitters and cellular
telephones ..............................156
Rain sensor ....................................61
Rear fog guards ..............................94
Rear roof lamps ............................101
Rear seat ........................................35
Rearscreen heating ..........................86
Refuelling......................................236
Relay (replacement) ......................186
Reversing lights..............................178
RPM counter....................................71
Safeguarding the emission
control devices ..........................150
Safeguarding the environment ........129
Safety belts ....................................40
Ski compartment ............................35
Snow chains..................................147Spark plugs ..................................224
Starting device ............................26-27
Stationary vehicle ..........................138
Steering........................................242
Steering column stalks ......................57
Steering lock ..................................27
Steering wheel (adjustment lever) ......36
STR system (Sport Throttle Response) 63
Sun visors ....................................100
Sunroof ........................................103
Supply/ignition ............................238
Technical specifications..........231
Telephone (provision) ....................102
Third stop light (bulb change) ..........180
Top speeds ....................................239
Tow hook ..............................153-154
Towing the car or another vehicle......196
Towing trailers ..............................152
Transmission ................................242Travelling ......................................137
Tyres
- Correct reading ........................248
- Inflation pressure ......................247
- Winter tyres ............................147
Useful accessories ........................156
VDC (system)..............................117
VDC and ASR systems ....................117
Vehicle inactivity ............................155
Vehicle lifting ................................197
Warning lights ..............................73
Weights ........................................237
Wheel rims....................................245
Windscreen wiper ............................61
Wing mirrors ..................................37