gearbox Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2014 User Guide

When the brake pedal is released, the
car will start with maximum
acceleration. Despite the "Sequential
mode", the car will autonomously shift
the gear to guarantee max.
acceleration, once the correct shifting
speed has been reached.
To abandon the strategy, simply
interrupt the above sequence
of operations or release the accelerator
pedal.
ACOUSTIC SIGNAL
For safety reasons, an acoustic signal is
heard when:
❒the driver's side door is opened with
engine running and the gear lever is
in a position other than P;
❒engine is switched off with gear lever
in a position other than P.
With the car stationary, the engine
started and (1st), (D) or (R) gear
engaged, the system activates the
acoustic signal and automatically
places the transmission in neutral (N)
when:
❒the accelerator and/or brake pedals
are not pressed for at least 3 minutes
with creeping deactivated (for
example with handbrake engaged);❒the brake pedal is pressed for longer
than 10 minutes;
❒the driver's door is opened with
creeping deactivated (for example
with handbrake engaged) without
pressing brake and/or accelerator
pedals;
❒a fault has been detected in the
transmission.
IMPORTANT Shifting to neutral (N) -
operated by the system - involves
a situation of inconsistency between
gear lever position and gear engaged.
The manoeuvre is accompanied by
an acoustic inconsistency signal. This
acoustic signal continues until the gear
lever is placed in P or N, to restore
the correct transmission operation
conditions.
PARKING THE CAR
To park safely, with the brake pedal
pressed, P must be engaged and, in
case of parking uphills/downhills, the
handbrake must be engaged.
Before releasing the brake pedal, wait
until P appears on the display.
IMPORTANT NEVER leave the car
before having positioned the lever in P.TOWING THE CAR
Make sure that the transmission is in
neutral (N), checking that the car moves
when pushed, and proceed in the
same way as for towing a normal car
with a manual gearbox.
IMPORTANT If the transmission cannot
be put in neutral (N), do not tow the
car and contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. Should the lever be in P,
release it before towing (see paragraph
"Positions of the lever").
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
With car stationary and gear engaged,
always keep the brake pedal pressed
until you decide to set off, then release
the brake and accelerate gradually.
During prolonged stops with the engine
running, it is advisable to keep the
transmission in neutral (N).
To protect the clutch, never use the
accelerator to keep the car stationary
(for example when stopped uphills/
downhills): clutch overheating could
damage it. Use the brake pedal instead
or the handbrake and only press the
accelerator pedal when you wish to set
off.
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STARTING THE
ENGINEContact the Alfa Romeo Dealership
immediately if the warning light
stays on constantly on the
instrument panel.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, start the engine
using an auxiliary battery with the same
capacity or a little higher than the flat
one.
24) 25)
111)
Proceed as follows to start the car:
❒connect the positive terminal (+) fig.
138 of the auxiliary battery only to
the point indicated on the car battery
(writing OK) and nowhere else;
❒with a second lead, connect the
negative terminal(−)oftheauxiliary
battery to an earthing point
on
the engine or the gearbox/
transmission of the car to be started;
❒start the engine; when the engine has
been started, remove the leads
reversing the order above.
For versions with Start&Stop system, in
case of starting by auxiliary battery,
refer to the paragraph “Start&Stop
system” in the chapter “Getting to know
your car”.If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, contact the Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
BUMP STARTING
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT
24) Do not connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries
directly! If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another car, prevent
accidental contact between
metallic parts of the two cars.
25) Never use a fast battery charger
to start the engine as this could
damage the electronic systems
and the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
WARNING
111) This procedure must be
performed by qualified personnel
as incorrect actions may cause
high-intensity electrical discharge.
Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames away from the
battery. No smoking. Do not cause
sparks.
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IN AN EMERGENCY

WARNING
129) If the fuse blows again contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
130) Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE.
131) If a general protection fuse (MAXI-FUSE, MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE) blows, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
132) Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition key has been removed and that all the other services are
switched off and/or deactivated.
133) Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership if a safety system (airbags, brakes), power unit system (engine, gearbox) or
steering system general protection fuse blows.
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RAISING THE CARIf the car needs to be jacked up, go to
an Alfa Romeo Dealership which is
equipped with shop jacks and jack
arms.
IMPORTANT Be careful when
positioning the arm of the lift for
versions with side skirts.
TOWING THE CARThe tow ring provided with the car is
housed in the tool box in the boot.
ATTACHING THE TOW
HOOK
Release plug A by pressing the lower
part, take tow hook B from its housing
in the tool support and tighten it
securely on the front threaded pin (fig.
183) or on the rear threaded pin (fig.
184).
134) 135) 136)
WARNING
134) Before towing, turn the ignition
key to MAR-ON and then to STOP
without removing it. The steering
column will automatically lock
when the key is removed and the
wheels cannot be steered. Also
check that the gearbox is in
neutral (on versions equipped with
Alfa TCT automatic transmission,
check that the gear lever is inN
position)
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A0K0623
184
A0K0704
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PERIODIC CHECKSEvery 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
❒engine coolant, brake fluid and
windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system
(headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of window washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper
blades
Check and top up, if required, the
engine oil level every 3,000 km.
HEAVY-DUTY USE OF
THE CARIf the car 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 idleness;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions 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 condition 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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TRANSMISSIONVersions Gearbox Clutch Drive1.4 Turbo Petrol
Six forward speed plus
reverse with synchronisers
for the engagement of the
forward speedsSelf-adjusting pedal without
idle strokeFront 1.4 Turbo MultiAir
1750 Turbo Petrol
1.6 JTD
M
2.0 JTD
M
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

REFUELLING
1.4 Turbo Petrol 1.4 Turbo MultiAir
Recommended fuels
and original lubricants
litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank 60 – 60 –Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 RON (EN 228
specification) including a reserve of 8 - 10 – 8 - 10 –
Engine cooling system (with
climate control)5,7 5,0 5,7 5,050-50 mixture of
demineralised water and
PARAFLU
UP
(*)
Engine sump 2,75 2,3 3,1 2,6SELENIA K P.E. (1.4 Turbo
Petrol versions)
SELENIA DIGITECH P.E.
(1.4 Turbo MultiAir
versions) Engine sump and filter 3,1 2,6 3,5 2,9
Gearbox casing/differential 1,87 1,6 1,87 1,6TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit with
ABS antilock brakes0,83 0,78 0,83 0,78 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid
reservoir (**)2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1) 2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1)Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35
(*) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60%
UPand 40% demineralised water is recommended.
(**) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.6 JTD
M
2.0 JTD
M
Recommended fuels
and original lubricants
litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank 60 – 60 –Diesel for automotive
engines (EN 590
Specification) including a reserve of 8 - 10 – 8 - 10 –
Engine cooling system (with
climate control)6,8 6,0 6,7 5,950-50 mixture of
demineralised water and
PARAFLU
UP
(**)
Engine sump 4,0 3,4 4,0 3,4
SELENIA WR FORWARD
Engine sump and filter 4,2 3,5 4,2 3,5
Gearbox casing/differential 1,87 1,6 1,87 1,6TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit with
ABS antilock brakes0,83 0,78 0,83 0,78 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid
reservoir (*)2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1) 2,8 (4,6) 2,5 (4,1)Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35
(**) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60%
UPand 40% demineralised water is recommended.
(*) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

UseFluid and lubricant features for a correct use
of the carGenuine fluids and
lubricantsApplicationsLubricants and
greases for drive
transmissionSAE 75W grade synthetic lubricant.
FIAT 9.55550-MZ6 classificationTUTELA
TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F002.F10Gearboxes and
differentials
(mechanical)
Molybdenum disulphide grease, for use at high
temperatures. NL.G.I. 1-2 consistency
FIAT 9.55580 classificationTUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F702.G07Wheel side constant
velocity joints
Grease for constant velocity joints with low friction
coefficient. NL.G.I. 0-1 consistency
FIAT 9.55580 classificationTUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F701.C07Differential-side
constant velocity joints
Lubricant for
electro-hydraulic
actuator (versions
with Alfa TCT)Fully synthetic oil with dedicated additive
FIAT 9.55550-SA1 classificationTUTELA CS SPEED
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F005.F98
Brake fluidSynthetic fluid for brake and clutch systems.
Exceeds specifications: FMVSS no. 116 DOT 4,
ISO 4925, SAE J1704.
FIAT 9.55597 classificationTUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F001.A93Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulic clutch
controls
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Lubricant for electro-
hydraulic actuator

Side lights/brake lights ................... 184
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
– bulb replacement ...................... 183
Side lights/dipped beam
headlights .................................... 36
Ski compartment ........................... 49“Smart Bag” system (Multistage
front airbags)................................ 146Snow chains ................................. 167
Snow tyres ..................................... 167
Speedometer (speed indicator) ...... 102
Starting the engine ......................... 154
Starting the engine ......................... 170
– Bump starting ........................... 170
– Jump starting ............................ 170
Start&Stop system ......................... 73
Steering lock .................................. 16
Steering system ............................. 235
Steering wheel ............................... 19
Storage compartments .................. 47
Storing the car ............................... 168
Sun visors ...................................... 51
Suspension .................................... 234
Symbols......................................... 10Technical specifications ................ 224
The keys ........................................ 11
– CODE Card ............................... 11
– Key without remote control........ 11– Key with remote control............. 12
Third brake lights
– bulb replacement ...................... 185
Towing the car ............................... 197
– Attaching the tow hook ............. 197
Towing trailers ................................ 166
– Installing a tow hook.................. 166
Transmission .................................. 232
TRIP button.................................... 104
Trip Computer ................................ 102
Ty r e s
– correct tyre reading ................... 236
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit) ............... 176
– inflation pressure ....................... 239
– snow tyres................................. 238
– tyres provided ........................... 238
Using the Gearbox........................ 156W
arning lights and messages ....... 106
Weights.......................................... 242
Welcome movement ...................... 91
Wheel rims
– correct reading of the rim
code ......................................... 237
– dimensions................................ 238
Wheels and tyres ........................... 215
– changing a wheel ...................... 171
– spare wheel............................... 236
– tyre inflation pressure................. 239
Wheels– rims and tyres ........................... 236
Window bags (side airbags for
head protection) ........................... 150
Window cleaning............................ 39
Windows (cleaning) ........................ 219
Windscreen/rear window wiper
– blades ....................................... 216
Windscreen washer
– windscreen washer fluid level .... 212
Windscreen washer nozzles ........... 217
Windscreen washer/wiper .............. 39
– “Smart washing” function .......... 39
Windscreen wiper
– replacing wiper blades............... 216
Wiring for radio system .................. 80
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