engine Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2016 Owners Manual

Engine Compartment Fuses
The engine compartment fuse box is located on the left
side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To
access the fuses, remove screws and then remove the
cover.The ID number of the electrical component correspond-
ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
1 — Forward Screw
2 — Fuse Box Cover
3 — Rearward Screw
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F19 –7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning Compressor
F21 –20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump
F22 –20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Unit Power Supply
F24 –5 Amp Tan Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
F30 –10 Amp Red Water Pump, HVAC
F82 30 Amp Green –Headlamp Washer (If Equipped)
F83 40 Amp Orange –Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission Pump
F84 –5 Amp Tan After Run Pump
F86 –15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet 12V
F88 –7.5 Amp Brown Heated Mirrors
Dashboard Fuse Box
The dashboard fuse box is part of the Body Control
Module (BCM) and is located on the passenger side under the forward passenger floor. Remove the six
screws and the forward floor pan to access the BCM.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
1750 Turbo Engine 10.5 Gallons40 Liters
Reserve Fuel 1.1 Gallons4 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
1750 Turbo Engine 6.1 Quarts5.8 Liters
Cooling System
1750 Turbo Engine (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile Formula). 11.2 Quarts
10.6 Liters
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant – 1750 Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 1750 Turbo Engine We recommend you use SAE 5W-40 API Certified Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-12991.
Engine Oil Filter – 1750 Turbo EngineWe recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs – 1750 Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs. *
Fuel Selection – 1750 Turbo Engine Use Only 91 Octane or higher, 0-10% Ethanol.
NOTE: * The following are essential to ensure correct
operation and prevent serious damage to the engine: only
use spark plugs of the same make and type which are
specially certified for such engines strictly comply with the spark plug replacement interval given in the mainte-
nance schedule. For spark plug replacement, it is advis-
able to contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” section for the
required spark plug intervals.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument clus-
ter. This means that an engine oil and engine oil filter
change is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).The Wrench Warning Light may appear in the cluster as
a service reminder when vehicle maintenance is required,
according to the scheduled maintenance mileage. The
maintenance schedule intervals are set by the manufac-
turer. Failure to have them carried out may void your
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
In addition, if your vehicle is used under demanding
conditions, including:
• On the track
• On dusty roads
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•Short, repeated trips (less than 4-5 miles or 7-8 km) at
sub-zero temperatures
• Allowing the engine to idle for extended periods of
time
• Driving for long distances at low speeds
• Allowing the vehicle to sit for long periods of inactiv-
ity
Under any of the above circumstances, the following
checks need to be performed more frequently than indi-
cated in the Maintenance Schedule:
• Check front and rear disc brake pad condition and
wear
• Check cleanliness of tailgate locks.
• Check cleanliness and lubrication of chassis and steer-
ing linkage •
Visually inspect condition of: engine, gearbox, trans-
mission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (gaiters - sleeves - bushes
- etc.)
• Check battery charge and battery fluid level (electro-
lyte)
• Visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive belts
• Check and, if necessary, change engine oil and replace
oil filter
• Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner
Using the vehicle on a track should be regarded as an
exception. The vehicle has been designed and manufac-
tured for road use.
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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If the vehicle is operated in a dusty or dirty environment
the engine air filter has to be changed every 6,500 miles
(10,000 km).
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip/Periodic Checks
Every 600 miles (1,000 km) or before long trips, check
and, if necessary, top off the following:
•Check engine oil level
• Check brake fluid level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage •
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder reservoir, and add as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
• Check screen wash/wipe system and positioning/
wear of windscreen
Every 2,000 miles (3,000 km) check and, if necessary, top
up: engine oil level
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Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
Change oil and filter.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses. Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses. Check and adjust hand brake.Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
180,000
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
Check condition and wear
of rear brake pads and
discs, and operation of
pad wear indicator XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check and top off, if re-
quired, fluid levels (engine
coolant, brake/hydraulic
clutch fluid, windscreen
washer fluid, battery fluid,
etc) XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Visually inspect the condi-
tion of accessory drive
belt(s) XX X X
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
180,000
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
Check condition of timing
belt XX X
Check handbrake lever
travel and adjust, if neces-
sary (or every 12 months) XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check engine control sys-
tem operation (via diag-
nostic tool) XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check and, if necessary,
top off oil level of twin
clutch transmission XX
Replace accessory drive
belt(s) XX
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