maintenance schedule Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2015 Owner's Manual

VERY IMPORTANT
REFUELLING
Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 in compliance with the European specification
EN228.Diesel engines: refuel only with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures
may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Petrol engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gear lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch pedal without pressing the
accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.Diesel engines: turn the ignition key to
MAR-ON and wait for the
andwarning lights to switch off. Then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine
has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. They will calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electrical system can support the required load.
CODE Card (for versions/markets, where provided)
Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. Always carry the electronic code provided on the CODE card with you, in the case you need to perform
an emergency start.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental friendliness
and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER MANUAL CONTAINS…
…important information, advice and warnings for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of the car over time. Special attention must be
paid to the symbols provided (personal safety)(environmental protection) (car integrity).

Warnings volume
(Adjusting the
alert/warning acoustic
signal volume)
With this function it is possible to adjust
(to eight levels) the volume of the
acoustic signal which sounds in the
event of alerts and warning.
To set the desired volume proceed as
follows:
❒press the SET/
button briefly,
making the display flash the
previously set volume "level";
❒press the
orbutton to
make the adjustment;
❒briefly press the SET/
button to
go back to the menu screen or hold
the button down to go back to the
standard screen without saving.
Belt reminder
(Reactivation of SBR
buzzer)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function can be displayed only
after an Alfa Romeo Dealership has
deactivated the SBR system (see
paragraph “SBR system” in the “Safety”
chapter).To reactivate this function, proceed as
follows:
❒press the SET/
button briefly, the
display shows "OFF" flashing. Press
the
orbutton and "On"
will appear;
❒briefly press the SET/
button to
go back to the previous screen or
hold the button down to go back to
the standard screen without saving.
Service (Scheduled
servicing)
This function allows you to display the
information about km/mileage intervals
or, for versions/markets, where
provided, time intervals for car
servicing.
To consult this information, proceed as
follows:
❒briefly press the SET/
button: the
display shows when servicing is due
in km/mi or days (where provided)
or mi or days (where provided)
according to the previous setting (see
paragraph "Units of measurement");
❒briefly press the SET/
button to
go back to the menu screen or hold
the button down to go back to the
standard screen.IMPORTANT The “Scheduled Servicing
Plan” includes car maintenance at
fixed intervals (refer to the "Maintenance
and care" chapter). This is displayed
automatically, with ignition key at
MAR-ON, 2000 km (or equivalent value
in miles) before servicing or, where
provided, 30 days before servicing. It is
also displayed each time the key is
turned to MAR-ON or, for
versions/markets, where provided,
every 200 km (or equivalent value in
miles). Below this threshold servicing
indications are more frequent. The
display will be in km or miles according
to the unit of measurement set. When
the next scheduled service is
approaching, the word “Service” will
appear on the display, followed by the
number of kilometres/miles or days
(where provided) left, when the key is
turned to MAR-ON. Go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership, where the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” operations
will be performed and the message
will be reset.
When the service interval is reached
and for about 1000 km/600 mi or
30 days, a service due message is
displayed.
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WARNING
106) Using the levers incorrectly
(levers pushed towards the
dashboard, see fig. 137) could
break them.
107) Never leave children
unattended in the car. Always
remove the ignition key when
leaving the car and take the key
with you.
108) The Launch control function is
only available in Dynamic mode.
Regardless of what is explicitly
indicated in the description of
these modes, the ESC and ASR
systems are deactivated during
operation of the Launch Control
function. This means that vehicle
dynamic control is the sole
responsibility of the driver.
Therefore pay the utmost
attention when using the Launch
Control. Take into account traffic
and road surface conditions and
during manoeuvres make sure
there is enough room in the area
concerned.
SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which can
help you to save fuel and lower harmful
emissions.
GENERAL
CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Checks and adjustments should be
carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” (see
chapter “Maintenance and care”).
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
The weight of the car and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof after use. These
accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect
consumption levels. When transporting
particularly large objects, use a trailer
if possible.
Electrical devices
Use the electrical devices only for the
necessary amount of time. The heated
rear window, additional headlights,
screen wipers and heater fan require a
considerable amount of energy;
increasing the current uptake increases
fuel consumption (by up to +25% in
an urban cycle).
Climate control system
Using the climate control system will
increase consumption: use the air vents
when the temperature outside permits.
Devices for
aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and fuel consumption.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the car to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............196
SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN .....197
PERIODIC CHECKS ........................204
HEAVY-DUTY USE OF THE CAR .....204
CHECKING LEVELS........................205
AIR CLEANER/POLLEN
FILTER/DIESEL FILTER....................210
BATTERY ........................................211
WHEELS AND TYRES.....................212
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW
WIPERS ..........................................213
BODYWORK ...................................216
INTERIORS .....................................218
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SCHEDULED
SERVICING
Correct servicing is essential in
guaranteeing a long life for the car
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has
planned a series of checks and services
at fixed distance intervals and, for
versions/markets, where provided, at
fixed time intervals, as described in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Regardless of the above, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
liquids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Alfa Romeo Dealerships according to
fixed time or kilometres/miles intervals.
If, during each operation, in addition
to the ones scheduled, the need arises
for further replacements or repairs,
these may be carried out only with your
explicit agreement. If your car is used
frequently for towing, the interval
between one service operation and the
next should be reduced.WARNING
The Scheduled Services intervals are
set out by the Manufacturer. Failure
to comply with the schedule may
invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform the Alfa Romeo
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
For versions equipped with specific
supply (e.g. LPG) and/or trim level, in
addition to what is described in the
following Scheduled Servicing Plan,
refer to the relevant additional items in
the dedicated supplements.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 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 CAR
If 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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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Luggage compartment................... 56
– Bag hooks................................. 58
– Closing the luggage
compartment ............................ 56
– Emergency luggage
compartment opening ............... 56
– Extending the luggage
compartment ............................ 57
– Luggage compartment
initialisation ................................ 56
– Luggage retaining net ................ 58
– Opening the luggage
compartment ............................ 56
– Securing your load .................... 58
Main beam headlights .................. 37
– bulb replacement ...................... 177
Maintenance and care
– heavy-duty use of the car .......... 204
– periodic checks ......................... 204
Manual climate control ................... 24
Menu options ................................. 87
Money holder ................................. 48
MSR system .................................. 64
Multifunction display....................... 84
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement ...................... 179
Parking ......................................... 149
– Handbrake ................................ 149
Parking lights ................................. 36
Parking sensors ............................. 77Performance .................................. 241
Pollen filter ..................................... 210
Power sockets ............................... 47
Pre-Fill system (RAB - Ready
Alert Brake) .................................. 64
Preparation for "Isofix" child seat .... 137
Pretensioners ................................. 131
– Load limiters.............................. 131
Protecting the environment ............ 81
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones ........................................ 76
Rain sensor .................................... 39
Raising the car ............................... 192
Rear armrest .................................. 47
Rear fog lights ................................ 44
Rear fog lights/reversing lights........ 178
Rear roof light
– bulb replacement ...................... 180
Rear view mirrors ........................... 20
– Door mirrors .............................. 21
– Internal mirror ............................ 20
Rear window washer jets ............... 215
Rear window washer
– rear window washer fluid level ... 209
Rear window washer/wiper ............ 40
Rear window wiper
– blade replacement..................... 214
Reconfigurable multifunction
display ......................................... 84
Refuelling ....................................... 245Refuelling the car ........................... 80
Rev counter ................................... 96
Rim Protector (tyres)....................... 237
Roof lights...................................... 42
– Courtesy lights .......................... 43
– Front roof light ........................... 42
– Glove compartment light ........... 43
– Luggage compartment roof
light ........................................... 43
– Rear roof light............................ 43
Roof rack/ski rack .......................... 60
Safe Lock (device)......................... 13
Saving fuel ..................................... 158
SBR system (Seat Belt
Reminder) .................................... 129
Scheduled servicing ....................... 196
Scheduled Servicing Plan ............... 197
Seat belts....................................... 128
– Use ........................................... 128
Seats ............................................. 16
– Front seats ................................ 16
Setup menu ................................... 86
Side airbags (Side Bags -
Window Bags).............................. 144
Side bags (front side airbags) ......... 144
Side lights/brake lights ................... 178
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
– bulb replacement ...................... 177
Side lights/dipped beam
headlights .................................... 36