Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Alfa Romeo
01 Introduction and contents02 Technical data and maintenance03 Engine04 Clutch05 Gearbox06 Front axle and drive shafts07 Brakes08 Steering09 Suspension and wheels10 Heating and ventilation11 Bodywork12 Timing belt data sheets
Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)03 · Engine
03 · Engine

Operation of the circuit (page 2 of 2)

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
Engine cooling system (Twin Spark 16V)
EngineOperation of the circuit · page 2 of 2
  1. Slacken the fastening screw and withdraw the socket for the oil vapour recovery pipes.
Engine with oil vapour recovery pipes
  1. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the cylinder head cover complete with seal.
Cylinder head cover with seal
  1. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the ignition coil cover.
Ignition coil cover
  1. Disconnect the electrical connections from the ignition coils.
  2. Working on the timing gear belt tensioner, loosen the tension of the belt, then remove it from the timing gear drive pulleys.
Timing gear belt tensioner

21 ÷ 26 Nm
2.1 ÷ 2.7 kgm

  1. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the ignition coils.
Ignition coils
  1. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the ignition coil support bracket.
  2. Using tools no. 1.822.146.000 and no. 1.822.156.000, slacken the screw fastening the camshaft drive pulley on the exhaust side and remove it.
Camshaft drive pulley

100 ÷ 124 Nm
10.2 ÷ 12.6 kgm

  1. Slacken the four screws and remove the intake side camshaft drive pulley.

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

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