steering Alfa Romeo GT 2007 Owner handbook (in English)

CAR MAINTENANCE
227
Oil consumption is very
low; if topping up again is
needed shortly afterwards,
have the system checked for pos-
sible leaks by Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Services.Do not allow the power
steering fluid to touch hot
parts of the engine: it is in-
flammable.
fig. 12
A0A0217b
fig. 11
A0A0400b
BRAKE AND HYDRAULIC
CLUTCH FLUID
(fig. 12)
Check that the fluid level in the reservoir
is at maximum. Top up with the brake fluid
specified in the table “Fluids and lubricants”
(see section “Technical specifications").
NOTEClean accurately the tank cap A
and the surrounding surface. When opening
the cap take the utmost care to prevent im-
purities entering the tank. When topping up,
always use a funnel with built-in filter with
mesh equal to or lower than 0.12 mm.
IMPORTANTFor this operation it is
however recommended to contact Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services.
POWER STEERING FLUID
(fig. 11)
Check that the level of the oil in the reser-
voir is at maximum.
This operation should be carried out with
the car on a level surface and the engine
switched off and cold.
Check that the level reaches the MAX
mark on the reservoir or coincides with the
upper notch (maximum level) on the dip-
stick (A) integral with the reservoir cap.If the oil level in the reservoir is below the
specified one, top up only with one of the
products listed in the “Fluids and lubricants”
table in the “Technical specifications” chap-
ter proceeding as follows:
– Start the engine and wait for the oil lev-
el in the reservoir to stabilise.
– With the engine running, turn the steer-
ing wheel lock to lock a few times.
– Top up to the MAXlevel notch, then
refit the cap.

CAR MAINTENANCE
234
Alloy rim painting involv-
ing temperatures exceed-
ing 150 °C should be
avoided since wheel mechanical
characteristics could be impaired. Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from
the right of the car to the
left and vice versa.Excessive low pressure
causes overheating of the
tyre with the possibility of
serious damage to it.Remember that car road
holding also depends on
correct tyre inflation pres-
sure.
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel sup-
ply rubber hoses are concerned, carefully fol-
low the Scheduled Maintenance Pro-
gramme. Indeed, ozone, high temperatures
and the prolonged lack of fluid in the sys-
tem may cause hardening and cracking of
the hoses, with possible leaks. Careful con-
trol is therefore necessary.
IMPORTANT NOTES
– Where possible, avoid sudden braking,
tyre squealing starts, violent bumps against
kerbs, potholes or obstacles of various kinds.
Prolonged driving on rough roads may dam-
age the tyres;
– Routinely check the tyres for cuts on the
sides, swellings or uneven tread wear. If nec-
essary contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser-
vices;
– Avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to the
wheels and tyres;
– If a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and change it to avoid damage to the tyre
itself, the rim, suspensions and steering sys-
tem;
– Tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are a sign
of aging. In any case, if the tyres have been
on the car for over 6 years, they should be
checked by specialised personnel, to see if
they can still be used. Also remember to
check the compact spare wheel;
– In case of replacement, always fit new
tyres, avoiding those of dubious origin;

CAR MAINTENANCE
239
Do not keep aerosol cans
in the car. There is the risk
they might explode. Aerosol
cans must never be exposed to a
temperature above 50°C. The tem-
perature inside the car might go well
beyond that figure when exposed
to the sun’s rays.
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
For routine cleaning of interior plastic parts
use a soft cloth moistened with water and
neutral soap. Remove grease or persisting
stains using appropriate solvent-free prod-
ucts designed to preserve appearance and
colour of plastic components.
IMPORTANTNever use spirit or petro-
leum to clean the glass of the instrument
panel or other plastic components.
STEERING WHEEL/GEAR LEVER
KNOB WITH GENUINE LEATHER
COVERING
These components shall only be cleaned
with water and neutral soap. Never use spir-
it or alcohol-based products.
Before using special products for cleaning
interiors, read carefully label instructions and
indications to make sure they are free from
spirit and/or alcohol-based substances. If
when cleaning the windscreen with special
glass products, some drops fall on the
leather covering of the steering wheel/gear
lever knob remove them immediately and
then clean with water and neutral soap.
IMPORTANTTake the utmost care
when engaging the steering lock to prevent
scratching the leather covering.
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS
– Remove dried on dirt with a lightly
moistened chamois leather or cloth with-
out pressing too hard.
– Remove liquid and grease stains with
a dry absorbent cloth without rubbing. Then
wipe with a soft cloth or chamois leather
with water and neutral soap. If the stain per-
sists, use specific products, carefully follow-
ing the instructions for use.
IMPORTANTNever use spirit or alco-
holbased products, even in small percentage.
Fabric upholstery of your
car is purpose-made to
withstand common wear
resulting from normal use of the
car. It is however absolutely nec-
essary to prevent hard and/or pro-
longed scratching/scraping caused
by clothing accessories like metal-
lic buckles, studs, “Velcro” fixings,
etc. that stressing locally the fabric
could break yarns and damage the
upholstery as a consequence.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
245
Service brakes:– front
– rear
Parking brake
BRAKES
Front
Rear
Type
Turning radius
(between pavements) m
1.8 T. SPARK - 2.0 JTS - 3.2 V6 - JTD16V
rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
11.5
SUSPENSION
STEERING SYSTEM
1.8 T. SPARK - 2.0 JTS - 3.2 V6- JTD16V
Disk
Disk
Controlled by hand lever, acting on the rear brakes
1.8 T. SPARK - 2.0 JTS - 3.2 V6 - JTD16V
quadrilateral system with stabiliser bar
Mc Pherson type

REFILLING
2.0JTS
Selespeed
63 (
▲)
7 (▲)
7,2
4.4
(❍)
2.0
0.6
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
3.2V6
63 (▲)
7 (▲)
7.2
5.9
(❍)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
1.8 T.
SPARK
63 (▲)
7 (▲)
7.2
4.4 (❏)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
2.0JTS
63 (
▲)
7 (▲)
7.2
4.4
(❍)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
252
JTD16V
63 (■)
7 (■)
7.2
4.5 (
●)
2.0
–
1.2
0.52
2.5
4.2
Fuel tank: litres
– including a reserve of litres
Engine cooling system litres
Oil sump and filter litres
Mechanical transmission/differential litres
Selespeed transmission litres
Hydraulic power steering litres
Hydraulic brake circuit
with ABS litres
Windscreen washer and rearscreen
washer fluid reservoir litres
– with headlamp washer litresRecommended products and
genuine lubricants
(▲)Unleaded petrol with no less than
95 R.O.N
(■)Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(Specification EN590)
Mixture of distilled water
andPARAFLU UP at 50%
(❏)SELENIA 20 K for Alfa Romeo(❍)SELENIA RACING(●)SELENIA WR
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
TUTELA CAR CS SPEED
TUTELA GI/A
TUTELA TOP 4
for Alfa Romeo
Mixture of water and fluid
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
254
Brake fluid
Protective agent for radiators
Windscreen and rear window
washer fluid Lubricants and greases for
transmissions Use
Fluid and lubricant specifications
for correct car operation
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85
that passes API GL-4 PLUS, FIAT 9.55550
Lubricant for automatic transmissions that passes
“ATF DEXRON II D LEV” specification
Specific fluid for gear selector electrohydraulic actuators
Molibdenum disulphide, lithium soap based grease.
Synthetic fluid, F.M.V.S.S. n. 116, DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE J-1704
Protective with antifreeze action, red colour based on inhibited monoethylen
glycol and organic formula, that passes CUNA NC 956-16,
ASTM D 3306 specifications
Mixture of alcohol and surfactants CUNA NC 956-11Genuine fluids
and lubricants
TUTELA
CAR TECHNYX
TUTELA GI/A
TUTELA CAR CS SPEED
TUTELA STAR 500
TUTELA TOP 4
for Alfa Romeo
PARAFLU
UP
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35Applications
Mechanical gearbox and
differential
Hydraulic power steering
Selespeed
electrohydraulic actuator
CV joints
on wheel side
Brake and clutch
hydraulic controls
Cooling circuits.
Proportion:
50% down to –35° C.
Not to be mixed with
products having different
formulas.
To be used diluted or
undiluted

RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION
257
DASHBOARD
fig. 1
A0A0724b
1.Adjustable side air vents - 2.Fixed side window air vents -3.Front passenger’s air bag - 4.Tailgate release button - 5.Cards holder (for versions/mar-
kets where applicable) - 6. Sound system (for versions/markets where applicable) -7.Adjustable central air vents - 8.Upper fixed vent - 9.Glass/can
holder (for versions/markets where applicable) - 10.Front fog light button - 11.Hazard light switch - 12.Rear fog light button - 13.External lights con-
trol lever - 14.Instrument panel - 15.Windscreen wiper stalk - 16. Bonnet opening lever - 17.Set of controls - 18.Ignition key and ignition switch - 19.
Horn - 20.Steering wheel locking/release lever - 21.Driver’s air bag - 22.Door locking button - 23.Heating/ventilation/climate controls - 24.Cigar
lighter/ashtray housing lid - 25.Temperature sensor - 26.Glovebox.

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
261
Dashboard ................................ 52
Diesel fuel filter ........................... 229
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........ 167
Digital multifunction display .......... 58
Dimensions ................................ 250
Direction indicators
- changing front bulbs ................ 198
- changing rear bulbs ................. 199
- changing side bulbs ................. 198
- switching on .......................... 46
Door locking system .................... 107
Door mirrors ............................... 23
Doors ........................................ 15
Electronic alarm system .............. 11
Emergency starting ...................... 179
- coasting ................................ 181
- starting with an auxiliary
battery .................................. 180
Engine codes/body versions ......... 241
Engine
- identification codes ................. 241
- marking ................................ 241
- specifications ......................... 242
Engine compartment - bonnet .................................. 131
- washing ................................ 238
Engine oil consumption ................ 224
Engine starting ........................... 169
Environmental protection .............. 168
EOBD (system) ........................... 140
External lights (switching on) ....... 44
First-aid kit ................................ 215
Fix &Go Automatic (device) ......... 186
Flashing high beams .................... 45
Fluids and lubricants .................... 253
Follow me home device ............... 46
Foglights
- changing bulbs ....................... 196
- switching on .......................... 106
Front ceiling light ........................ 121
- changing bulbs ....................... 201
Front fog lights
- changing bulbs ....................... 196
- switching on .......................... 106
Fuel consumption ........................ 255
Fuel flap .................................... 167
Fuel supply ................................ 243
Fuses ........................................ 205
Getting to know your car... 6
Glove compartment ..................... 121
Glove compartment light
- changing bulbs ....................... 203
Handbrake ............................... 108
Hazard warning lights
- switching on .......................... 106
Headlamp beam adjustment ......... 108
Headlight washers ................. 49-236
Headlights
- adjustment abroad .................. 133
- compensation for tilt .......... 108-132
Headrests
- front ..................................... 18
- rear ...................................... 21
Heating and climate
control system ......................... 81
Hoses ........................................ 234
Identification data ...................... 240
Ignition device ............................ 14
Ignition switch and
steering lock ....................... 14-15
In an emergency.................... 179

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
262
Inertial fuel cut off switch ............. 107
Installation of electric/
electronic devices ..................... 127
Instrument cluster ....................... 53
In the event of an accident ........... 215
Intelligent washing (windscreen) ... 47
Interior fittings (cleaning) ............. 238
Internal fittings .......................... 121
Keys ........................................ 6
Levers (steering wheel) .............. 44
Lights ........................................ 44
Load limiters .............................. 29
Low beam headlights
- changing bulbs ....................... 197
- switching on ..................... 44-45
Luggage restrainer net ................. 22
Main beam headlights
- changing bulbs ....................... 197
- switching on .......................... 45
Maintenance
- additional operations ............... 229 - annual inspection programme ... 219
- scheduled maintenance ........... 216
- scheduled maintenance
programme ............................ 217
Manual heater ............................ 83
Mechanical gearbox ..................... 109
Number plate lights
- changing bulbs ....................... 200
Oddment recesses ..................... 126
Paintwork ................................ 237
Parking ...................................... 172
Parking sensor ............................ 105
Performance ............................... 249
Pockets ..................................... 125
Pollen filter ................................ 230
Power windows .......................... 24
Pretensioners .............................. 28
Puddle lights .............................. 123
- changing bulbs ....................... 201
Radio transmitters and cellular
telephones .............................. 127
Radio ........................................ 141 Rain sensor ................................ 48
Raising the car ............................ 214
Rear ceiling light ......................... 123
- changing bulbs ....................... 202
Rear fog guards
- changing bulbs ....................... 199
- switching on .......................... 106
Rearview mirror .......................... 23
Reconfigurable multifunction
display .................................... 61
Reducing running costs ................ 172
Refuelling ............................. 166-252
Remote control ........................... 7
Rev counter ................................ 56
Reversing light
- changing bulbs ....................... 199
Rims ......................................... 247
Seat belts ................................. 26
- carrying children safety ............ 31
- front belt height adjustment ..... 27
- general instructions ................. 29
- load limiters ........................... 29
- maintenance .......................... 31
- pretensioners ......................... 28

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
263
- rear centre lap belt .................. 27
- use of belts ............................ 26
Seats
- front ..................................... 16
- rear ...................................... 19
Selespeed gearbox ...................... 110
Sidelights
- changing front bulbs ................ 197
- changing rear bulbs ................. 199
- switching on .......................... 45
Snow chains ............................... 177
Speedometer .............................. 56
Steering lock .............................. 15
Steering system .......................... 245
Steering wheel ........................... 22
Sun visors .................................. 126
Suspensions ............................... 245
Symbols .................................... 5-6
Technical specifications........ 240
Towing the car ............................ 213
Towing trailers ............................ 174
Transmission ............................... 243
Tyres
- correct reading ....................... 246 - Fix&Go automatic ................... 186
- inflating pressure .................... 249
- replacement ........................... 181
- snow chains ........................... 177
- types of tyres and rims ............ 247
- winter ................................... 177
VDC system ............................. 136
Vehicle inactivity ......................... 178
Warning lights and messages ..... 72
Weights ..................................... 251
Wheel geometry ......................... 246
Wheels and tyres ................... 233-246
Windscreen washer
- intelligent washing function ...... 47
- operation ............................... 47
- spray jets .............................. 235
Windscreen wiper
- blade replacement .................. 235
- operation ............................... 47
- rain sensor ............................. 48
- spray jets .............................. 235