engine coolant Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2019 Owner's Manual

Air flow to the windscreen and front
side window vents to
demist/defrost them.
Air flow at central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face during the hot
season.
Air flow to the front and rear
footwell vents. This air distribution
setting heats the passenger
compartment most quickly, giving a
prompt sensation of warmth.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents (hotter air) and
central and side dashboard vents
(cooler air). This air distribution
setting is useful in spring and
autumn on sunny days.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents and windscreen and
front side window defrosting/
demisting vents. This distribution
setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed
effectively and prevents the
windows from misting.
Air flow distribution between
windscreen demisting/defrosting
vents and side and central
dashboard vents. This allows air to
be sent to the windscreen in
conditions of strong sunlight.
Air flow distribution to all diffusers
on the vehicle.
In AUTO mode, the air conditioner
automatically manages the air
distribution. When set manually, the air
distribution is indicated by the respective
symbols on the Connect system display
switching on.
START & STOP EVO
The automatic dual zone climate control
system manages the Start&Stop Evo
(engine off when the vehicle speed is
0 mph (0 km/h) to ensure adequate
comfort inside the vehicle.In particular, the climate control system
turns off the Stop & Start Evo if:
the climate control system is in AUTO
mode (LED on the button switched on)
and the temperature conditions inside
the car are far from a comfort
temperature;
the climate control system is in LO
maximum cooling;
the climate control system is in HI
maximum heating;
the climate control system is in the
MAX-DEF status.
With Stop & Start Evo on (engine off and
vehicle speed equal to 0 mph (0 km/h)),
the flow is reduced as much as possible,
to maintain the passenger compartment
comfort conditions for longer.
IMPORTANT
2)The system uses R1234yf coolant gas,
which does not pollute the environment in the
event of accidental leakage. Under no
circumstances use R134a and R12 fluids,
which are incompatible with the components
of the system.
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KNOWING YOUR CAR

Symbol What it means
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH
The symbol lights up when the engine has overheated.
In normal driving conditions: stop the car, switch off the engine and check that the coolant level in the reservoir is not below the
MIN mark. In this case, wait for the engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open the cap, top up with coolant and check that
the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir itself. Also check visually for any fluid leaks. Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership if the symbol comes on when the engine is started again.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g. in high-performance driving):slow down and, if the warning light stays on,
stop the vehicle. Stop for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine running and slightly accelerated to facilitate better coolant circulation,
then turn the engine off. Check that the coolant level is correct as described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to keep the engine running and slightly accelerated for a few minutes before
turning it off.
DOOR OPEN
The symbol switches on when one or more doors are not completely shut. An acoustic signal is activated with the doors open and
the car moving.
Close the doors properly.
BONNET NOT PROPERLY SHUT
The symbol turns on when the bonnet is not properly closed, along with the icon, an image of the car with an open bonnet also
appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the bonnet is open and the vehicle is moving.
Close the bonnet properly.
TAILGATE NOT PROPERLY SHUT
The symbol turns on when the tailgate is not properly closed, along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with an open tailgate also
appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard with open tailgate and vehicle moving.
Close the tailgate properly.
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Symbol What it means
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the audio system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
ABS ACTIVATION
The symbol appears when the ABS cuts in.
SPEED LIMITER SYSTEM FAILURE
While driving, the symbol switches on to signal a Speed Limiter system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
INSUFFICIENT ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
If the symbol switches on, it indicates a low engine coolant level condition.
Top up as described in the "Maintenance and Care" chapter.
FUEL TANK CAP
Lights up if the fuel tank cap is open or not properly closed.
Tighten the cap properly.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
The symbol and the the respective message appear on the display to indicate a failure in the electric parking brake system. This
failure could partially or completely block the car because the electric parking brake could remain activated even if automatically
or manually disengaged using the relevant controls.
If the car can still be used (electric parking brake not engaged), drive carefully to the nearest Alfa Romeo dealership, remembering
that the electric parking brake will not work.
28)
WARNING
28)If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned
a series of checks and maintenance
operations at fixed distance intervals
and, for versions/markets, where
provided, at fixed time intervals, as
described in the Service Schedule.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an Alfa
Romeo Dealership 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.
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
operations are required by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform the Alfa Romeo
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
REGULAR
CHECKS
Every
year
or
620
miles
(
1,000
km)
or

before
long
journeys,
check
and
top
up,
if

necessary:
engine
coolant
level;
brake
fluid
level
(if
insufficient,
see
an

Alfa
Romeo
dealership
as
soon
as

possible);
low
AdBlue
diesel
emissions
additive

(UREA)
level
warning
(2.2
JTD
versions

only);
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights,
direction
indicators,
hazard

warning
lights,
etc.);
operation
of
screen
washing/wiping

system
and
positioning/wear
of
wiper

blades.
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the
following
checks
must
be
carried
out

more
often
than
indicated
in
the

Scheduled
Servicing
Plan:
check
front
and
rear
disc
brake
pad

condition
and
wear;
check
cleanliness
of
bonnet
and

tailgate
locks,
cleanliness
and
lubrication

of
linkage;
visually
inspect
conditions
of:
engine,

gearbox,
transmission,
pipes
and
hoses

(exhaust/fuel
system/brakes)
and

rubber

elements
(gaiters/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
pollen

filter;
check
and,
if
necessary,
replace
air

cleaner;
check
and,
if
necessary,
replace
the

Bad
Fuel
filter

(where
provided).170
SERVICING AND CARE

SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (2.2 JTD diesel engine versions)
IMPORTANT Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the
frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the maintenance
from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!
Thousands of miles12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Years12345678910
Check battery charge status with the proper instrument●●●●●●●●●●
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary.
Check quick tyre repair kit recharge conditions/expiry date
(if provided)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning
lights, etc.)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels in engine
compartment (engine coolant, hydraulic clutch/brakes,
windscreen washer, battery, etc.)(1) (2)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions●●●●●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check the fuel/engine control
system operation, emissions and the engine oil
deterioration(3)
●●●●●●●●●●
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
(2) The consumption of AdBlue (UREA) additive depends on the conditions of the use of the car and is indicated by means of the symbol and a specific messageonthe
instrument panel display.
(3) If the engine oil quality detected by the vehicle diagnostics is lower than 20%, it is advisable to replace the engine oil and engine filter in order to avoid another service
operation after a short time.
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SERVICING AND CARE
Thousands ofkilometres20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180200

ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
168)
67)
If the level is below the MIN mark,
remove the reservoir cap and top up with
suitable fluid (see the "Fluids and
lubricants" paragraph in the "Technical
data" chapter), until it reaches the MAX
mark.
IMPORTANT Never attempt to remove
the cap with radiator or expansion tank
hot: RISK OF BURNS!
WASHER FLUID FOR WINDSCREEN/
HEADLIGHTS
169) 170)
The windscreen and headlights washer
fluid reservoir (where provided) is
equipped with a telescopic filler. If the
level is too low, remove the reservoir cap
4 fig. 176, then lift the filler as shown in
the figure and add the fluid described in
the "Technical Specifications" chapter.
After having topped up the fluid, arrange
the filler correctly and then press on the
cap until you hear it click.
IMPORTANT With a low fluid level
(indicated by the dedicated symbol
appearing on the instrument panel
display), the headlight washer system
does not work, even though the screen
washers continue to work.
BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the max. level. If
the liquid level in the tank is insufficient,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to
have the system checked.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ACTIVATIONSYSTEM OIL
5)
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
BATTERY
171) 172) 173) 173) 174)
6)
The battery does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled
water. A periodic check carried out at an
Alfa Romeo Dealership is, however,
necessary to check efficiency.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.
Useful advice for extending the life of
your battery
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, observe the following
instructions:
when you park the car, ensure that the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, to prevent any lights from
remaining on inside the passenger's
compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the car:
the car is however equipped with a
system which switches all internal lights
off automatically;
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SERVICING AND CARE

69)The vehicle is equipped with fluids which
are optimised or protecting its performance
and life and extending service intervals. Do
not use chemicals for washing these
components since they may damage the
engine, the transmission or the climate
control system. This damage is not covered
by the vehicle’s warranty. If any component
needs to be washed due to malfunctioning,
use only the specific liquid for that
procedure.
70)An excessive or insufficient amount of
oil inside the base is extremely damaging to
the engine. Make sure it is always at an
adequate level.
71)Vehicles equipped with catalytic
converter must be fuelled only with unleaded
petrol. Leaded petrol would permanently
damage the catalytic converter and
eliminate its ability to reduce polluting
emissions, seriously compromising the
engine performance, which would be
irreparably damaged. If the engine does not
work correctly, especially if it starts
irregularly or if there is a reduction of its
performance, immediately go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership. Prolonged and faulty
operation of the engine may cause
overheating of the converter and, as a
consequence, possible damage to the
converter and the vehicle.
72)Using a gearbox fluid different from that
approved may compromise gearshifting
quality and/or cause vibration of the
gearbox itself.73)It is recommended to have the vehicle
serviced by an Alfa Romeo Dealership. When
carrying out normal periodic operations and
small servicing interventions personally on
the vehicle, it is recommended to use
suitable equipment, genuine spare parts and
the necessary fluids. Do not carry out any
interventions if you don't have the necessary
experience.
74)Always require the use of only
compressor coolants and lubricants
approved and suitable for the specific air
conditioning system fitted on the vehicle.
Some non-approved coolants are flammable
and may explode, with the risk of injuries. The
use of non-approved coolants or lubricants
may adversely affect system efficiency,
leading to expensive repairs.
75)The air conditioner system contains
coolant under high pressure: to avoid injuries
to people or damage to the system, any
coolant addition or repair that requires to
disconnect the cables must be carried out by
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.LIFTING THE VEHICLE
If the car needs to be jacked up, go to an
Alfa Romeo Dealership which is equipped
with shop jacks and jack arms.
The vehicle lifting points are marked on
the side skirts with the
symbols (see
fig. 182 ).
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INDEX
ABS (system)................72
Active Cruise Control..........120
Active safety systems...........72
Additive for diesel emissions
AdBlue (UREA)............136
AFS function................28
Airbag
Front airbags.............103
Side airbags..............107
Airbag (SRS supplementary
restraint system)...........103
Alarm.....................15
Alfa Connect...............228
Alfa DNA system.............116
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system.............33
Automatic high beam headlights....29
Automatic transmission.........114
Automatic transmission gear lever
unlocking................165
Battery..................182
Battery recharging............184
Bodywork (cleaning and
maintenance).............189
Bonnet....................38
Brakes
Brake fluid level............182
Broken-down vehicle towing......166
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring).......76
Carrying children safely.........91
Changing a bulb..............146
Checking levels..............177
Child protection systems.........91
Child safety device.............17
Climate control system..........33
CO2 emissions..............209
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............44
Controls..................214
Controls on steering wheel
summary table............217
Tunnel control summary table . . .214
Cruise Control...............119
Cybersecurity devices...........3
Daytime running lights (DRL)......27
Dimensions................199
Dipped headlights.............27
Dipped headlights (changing a bulb)......................149
Direction indicators (changing a
bulb)...................150
Display....................46
Doors.....................15
Driving assistance systems.......76
DTC (system)................72
Dusk sensor.................27
Electric parking brake..........111
Electric steering wheel heating.....24
Electric sunroof..............36Electric windows..............35
Engine...................193
Engine coolant level .........182
Engine compartment..........177
Engine Immobilizer (system).......14
Engine oil
Consumption.............181
Level check..............181
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system..................72
External lights...............26
Fluids and lubricants..........205
Fog lights (bulb replacement).....150
Forward Collision Warning (system).......................78
Front ceiling light..............31
Front fog lights . . .............27
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam halogen
headlights (bulb replacement) . . .149
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam Xenon gas
discharge headlights (bulb
replacement). .............150
Front seats (electric adjustment)....20
Front seats (manual adjustments)....19
Fuel consumption............209
Fuel cut-off system . ..........165
Fuse boxes................151
Fuses (replacement) . ..........151
Hazard warning lights..........146