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Changing Procedure
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.Avoid ice or slippery areas.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the electric park brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK (P).
5. Place the ignition in the OFF mode.
6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position.
For example, if changing the right front
tire, block the left rear wheel.
Wheels Blocked 7. Open the liftgate and lift up the load floor
using the handle.
8. Take the warning triangle and position it at a suitable distance from the vehicle to
warn oncoming vehicles.
9. Unscrew the locking plate and take out the compact spare tire and the air
compressor.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
10. Remove the damaged wheel by using the wheel wrench to loosen the bolts by one
turn.
11. Position the jack under the vehicle, near the wheel to be changed, taking care not
to damage the plastic body panel.
12. Lift the extension lever on the wrench. Jacking Location
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side
of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull
far enough off the road to avoid being hit
when operating the jack or changing the
wheel.
1 — Locking Plate
2 — Extension Lever
3 — Wrench Head
4 — Jack
5 — Lifting Block
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13. Rotate the extension lever clockwise untilthe round pin on the jack engages in the
hole in the lifting block located about
6 inches (15 cm) from the outside edge of
the body. The lifting points are marked by
triangles visible on the plastic body
panel.
Jacking Point Indicators
14. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise, using the swivel wrench. Raise
the vehicle only until the tire just clears the
surface and enough clearance is obtained
to install the compact spare tire. Minimum
tire lift provides maximum stability. 15. Remove the five wheel bolts and take the
wheel off.
16. Make sure the contact surfaces between compact spare tire and hub are clean so
that the fastening bolts will not come
loose.
17. Fit the compact spare tire by inserting the first wheel bolt for two threads into the
hole closest to the valve.
18. Take the wheel wrench and tighten the wheel bolts.
19. Inflate the compact spare tire by removing the cap from its inflation valve and
screwing on the compressor inflation hose
fitting. 20. Make sure that the switch on the
compressor is in the (off) O position, open
the liftgate and insert the plug into the
power socket in the cargo area, or on the
center console and start the engine. Place
the on/off switch in the (on) I position.
Attaching Compressor To Tire
21. Inflate the compact spare tire to a pres -
sure of 43.5 psi (3 bar).

NOTE:

If spare tire is overinflated, be sure to lower
the psi in the tire to the recommended amount
by using the deflation button on the air
compressor.
22. Operate the wheel wrench on the jack to lower the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by
jacking on locations other than those
indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this
vehicle.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary
can make the vehicle less stable. It could
slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
Raise the vehicle only enough to remove
the tire.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the
valve stem facing outward. The vehicle
could be damaged if the spare tire is
mounted incorrectly.
6 — Air Compressor
7 — Pressure Gauge
8 — Power Button
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Remote Battery Connection Posts
The remote posts of the battery for jump
starting can be found inside the engine
compartment. The battery itself is located in
the luggage compartment.
The negative terminal (-) is positioned next to
the passenger side hood lock.Remote Negative Post Location
The positive post (+) can be accessed by
removing the cover, and opening the protec -
tive flap. Protective Flap
Remote Positive Post Location
To carry out the operation, you need to have
the correct cables to connect to the battery of
another vehicle or a portable battery booster
pack to the remote posts of the discharged
battery. Usually, these cables have terminals
at the ends and are identified by different
sheath colors (red = positive, black = nega -
tive).
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery
is frozen. It could rupture or explode and
cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack
or any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to
the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in
serious injury. Only use the specific ground
point, do not use any other exposed metal
parts.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct servicing permits the performance of
the vehicle to be maintained over time, as well
as limited running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for guaranteeing a
long life for the vehicle under the best condi-
tions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned a
series of checks and services for your vehicle
at fixed intervals based on distance and time,
as described in the Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Before each service, it is always necessary to
carefully follow the instructions in the Sched -
uled Servicing Plan (e.g. periodically check
level of fluids, tire pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an autho -
rized dealer according to a set time schedule.
If, during each operation, in addition to the
ones scheduled, the need arises for further
replacements or repairs, these may be carried
out with the owner’s explicit consent only.

NOTE:

Scheduled Servicing intervals are required by
the manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
You are advised to inform an authorized
dealer of any small operating irregularities
without waiting for the next service.
Periodic Checks
Every month or every 620 miles (1,000 km) or
before long trips check and, if necessary, top
off:
Engine coolant level.
Brake fluid level (if insufficient, see an
authorized dealer as soon as possible).
Windshield washer fluid level.
Tire inflation pressure and condition.
Operation of lighting system (headlights,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
etc.).
Operation of windshield washing/wiping
system and positioning/wear of wiper
blades.
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Oil consumption of the engine depends on
conditions and driving style. For this reason,
the engine oil level must be checked every
1,860 miles (3,000 km), and top off if neces -
sary; for further information
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Heavy Usage Of The Vehicle
If the vehicle is used under one of the following
conditions:
Dusty roads.
Short, repeated journeys less than 4 miles
(7 km) at sub-zero outside temperatures.
Engine often idling or driving long distances
at low speeds or long periods of inactivity.
In the event of a long period of inactivity.
The following checks must be carried out more
often than indicated in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan:
Check cleanliness of hood and liftgate
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage.
Visually inspect conditions of: engine, trans -
mission, pipes and hoses (exhaust/fuel
system/brakes) and rubber elements
(sleeves/bushes, etc.).
Check battery charge and battery fluid level
(electrolyte).
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory
drive belts.
Check and, if necessary, change engine oil
and replace oil filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace cabin air
filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner.
Severe Duty All Models
Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km)
if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off-road environment or is operated predomi -
nately at idle or only very low engine RPM. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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Maintenance Plan (2.0L Engine)
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
Change engine oil and replace oil filter1
SOS backup battery replacement (if equipped)
2●●●
Check battery charge status with the proper instrument
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check the tire service kit recharge condition
and expiration date
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Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, deck lid, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
3●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic
tool) and engine oil degradation (if equipped)
4●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (sleeves, bushes, etc.)
●●●●●●●
Check position/wear of front windshield wiper blade●●●●●●●●
Check operation of the windshield wiper/washer system
and adjust nozzles, if necessary
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Check cleanliness of hood and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
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Maintenance Plan (2.9L Engine)
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
SOS backup battery replacement (if equipped)1●●●
Check battery charge status with the proper instrument
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check the tire repair kit recharge condition
and expiration date
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, trunk lid, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
2●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic
tool)
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (sleeves, bushes, etc.)
●●●●●●●
Check position/wear of front windshield wiper blade●●●●●●●●
Check operation of the windshield wiper/washer system
and adjust nozzles, if necessary
●●●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of hood and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front/rear disc
brake pads and operation of pad wear indicators●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
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Replacing The Battery
If necessary, replace the battery with another
original battery with the same specifications.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions
for maintenance.

NOTE:

It will not be possible to open the liftgate with
a key or by pushing the button in the
passenger compartment when the battery is
disconnected. Always position the manual lift-
gate opening strap on the liftgate lock before disconnecting the battery. The procedure is
described in the “Liftgate Emergency
Opening”
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Pressure Washing
Cleaning the engine compartment with a high
pressure washer is not recommended.
BATTERY RECHARGING
Important Notes

NOTE:

Before using the charging device, always
make sure that it is appropriate for the
installed battery, with constant voltage
(below 14.8 Volts) and low amperage
(maximum 15 Amps).
Recharge the battery in a well ventilated
environment.
Before using any devices to charge or to
maintain the charge of the battery, carefully
follow the instructions provided with the
device in order to properly and safely
connect it to the vehicle battery.
You can recharge the battery without discon -
necting the wires of the vehicle's electrical
system.
To reach the battery, remove the load floor
inside the liftgate.
Load Floor
WARNING!
Battery acid is a corrosive solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery acid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water
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Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Do not use a booster battery or
any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION!
Precautions have been taken to safeguard
all parts and connections however, the
pressures generated by these machines is
such that complete protection against
water ingress cannot be guaranteed.
WARNING!
Never charge or recharge a frozen battery:
it may explode because of the nitrogen
trapped inside the ice crystals.
At all times while charging or recharging
the battery, make sure that any sparks or
open flames are kept sufficiently far away
from the battery.
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Full operating temperature must be reached.
The vehicle must also be parked on as level a
surface as possible.
The engine oil level can be checked using the
Information and Entertainment system. To
access the function, activate the main menu
(MENU button) and select the following
options in sequence:
1. “Applications”
2. “Vehicle Information”
3. “Oil level”
Ensure that the oil level is within the interval
on the dipstick between the minimum and
maximum limits (Quadrifoglio only).
Changing The Engine Oil
For the correct servicing intervals

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Choice Of Engine Oil Type
To ensure optimal performance and maximum
protection in all operating conditions, it is
advised to use certified engine oils

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Additives For Engine Oil
It is strongly recommended not to use addi -
tives (other than leak detection dyes) with the
engine oil.
The engine oil is a product designed specially
for the vehicle, and its performance may be
deteriorated through the use of further addi -
tives. Disposal Of Used Engine Oil And Filters
For the disposal of the engine oil and filters,
contact the appropriate body to determine
local regulations.

NOTE:

Incorrectly disposed used engine oil may seri
-
ously harm the environment.
Engine Oil Filter
Replacing the Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter must be replaced each
time the engine oil is changed. It is advised to
replace it with a genuine spare part, specifi -
cally designed for this vehicle.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter
For the correct servicing intervals

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air cleaner filter with a genuine spare part,
specifically designed for this vehicle.
Air Conditioning System Maintenance
To ensure the best possible performance, the
air conditioning system must be checked and
undergo maintenance at an authorized dealer
at the beginning of the summer. Replace The Cabin Air Filter
For the correct servicing intervals

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an authorized dealer.Lubricating Moving Parts Of The Bodywork
Ensure that the locks and bodywork junction
points, including components such as the seat
guides, door hinges (and rollers), liftgate and
hood are periodically lubricated with
lithium-based grease to ensure correct, silent
operation and to protect them from rust and
wear.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemicals to clean the air
conditioning system, since the internal
components may be damaged. This kind of
damage is not covered by warranty.
WARNING!
Use only refrigerants and compressor
lubricants approved by the manufacturer
for your air conditioning system. Some
unapproved refrigerants are flammable and
can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can
cause the system to fail, requiring costly
repairs. Refer to Warranty Information
Book, located in your owner’s information
kit, for further warranty information.
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Thoroughly clean the components, eliminating
every trace of dirt and dust. After lubricating,
eliminate excess oil and grease. Also pay
particular attention to the hood closing
devices, to ensure correct operation. Opera-
tions of the hood are to be carried out with the
engine cold. Remember to check, clean and
lubricate the locking, release and safety
devices.
Lubricate the external lock barrels twice a
year. Apply a small amount of high-quality
lubricant directly into the lock barrel.
If necessary, contact an authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
Windshield Wiper
Periodically clean the windshield, rear window
and rubber profile of the windshield wiper
blades, using a sponge or a soft cloth and a
non-abrasive detergent. This eliminates the
salt or impurities accumulated when driving.
Prolonged operation of the windshield window
wipers with dry glass may cause the deteriora -
tion of the blades, in addition to abrasion of
the surface of the glass. To eliminate the impu -
rities on the dry glass, always operate the
windshield washers.
In the event of very low outdoor temperatures,
below 0°F (-17.8°C), ensure that the move -
ment of the rubber part in contact with the
glass is not obstructed. Use a suitable deicing
product to release it if required. Avoid using the windshield wipers to remove
frost or ice.
Also avoid contact of the rubber profile of the
blades with petroleum derivatives such as
engine oil, gas, etc.

NOTE:

The life of the windshield wiper blades varies
according to the usage frequency. It is advised
to replace the blades approximately once a
year. When the blades are worn, noise, marks
on the glass or streaks of water may be
noticed. In the presence of these conditions,
clean the windshield wiper blades or, if neces
-
sary, replace them.
Raising The Windshield Wiper Blades
(“Service Position” Function)
The “service position” function allows the
driver to replace the windshield wiper blades
easily. It is also recommended to activate this
function when it is snowing and to make it
easier to remove any dirt deposits in the area
where the blades are normally positioned,
while washing.

NOTE:

If the windshield wipers are raised while not in
the “service position,” it is possible to damage
the hood. Activation Of The Function
To activate this function, disable the wind
-
shield wiper before placing the ignition in the
OFF position.
This function can only be activated within two
minutes of placing the ignition in the OFF posi -
tion.
To activate this function, move the lever
upward for at least three seconds.
Windshield Wiper Stalk
Function Deactivation
The function is deactivated if:
More than two minutes has passed before
placing the ignition in the OFF position after
raising the lever and placing the wipers in
service position.
The ignition is placed in the ACC position
and the windshield wiper control is used.
If, after using the function, the ignition is set
back to ACC with the blades in a position other
WARNING!
Driving with worn windshield wiper blades
is a serious hazard, because visibility is
reduced in bad weather conditions.
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than rest position (at the base of the wind-
shield), they will only return to rest position
following a command given using the stalk
(stalk upwards, into unstable position) or
when a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) is exceeded.
Replacing The Windshield Wiper Blades
Proceed as follows:
1. Raise the wiper arm, push tab of the attachment spring and remove the blade
from the arm.
Wiper Release Tab
2. Fit the new blade, inserting the tab in the dedicated housing in the arm and
checking that it is locked.
3. Lower the wiper arm onto the windshield.

NOTE:

Do not operate the windshield wiper with the
blades lifted from the windshield. Front/Rear Windshield Washers
The window washer nozzles are fixed. If there
is no jet of fluid, first check that there is fluid in
the reservoir
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Front Windshield Washers
Rear Windshield Washer Then, check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged; use a needle to unblock them if
necessary.
Exhaust System
Adequate maintenance of the engine exhaust
system represents the best protection against
leaks of carbon monoxide into the passenger
compartment.
If an unusual noise from the exhaust or the
presence of smoke in the passenger compart
-
ment is identified, or if the underbody or rear
section of the vehicle have been damaged,
have the entire exhaust system and adjoining
bodywork areas checked at an authorized
dealer to identify any components which are
broken, damaged, worn or have moved from
their correct fitting position.
Open welding or loose connections may permit
exhaust gas to enter the passenger compart -
ment.
Have the exhaust system checked every time
the vehicle is raised. Replace the components
where necessary (for these operations,
contact an authorized dealer).
In normal operating conditions, the catalytic
converter does not require maintenance. To
ensure that it operates correctly, and prevent
it from getting damaged, it is extremely
important that the engine operates perfectly.
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