Warning

WARNING

Perfect performance and the life of every car are strictly linked to the use made of it and above all to the care with which normal maintenance operations are carried out, for which, as a result of product evolution, new programming criteria have been adopted.
The interval between scheduled maintenance coupons is 20.000 km; 10.000 km for Turbodiesel versions.
It is however wise to remember that the car needs routine care such as for instance systematically checking and if necessary topping up the level of fluids, checking the tyre pressure, etc.
You are reminded that correct vehicle maintenance is certainly the best way to keep the car's performance levels and safety features unchanged over the years while respecting the environment and at low running costs.

Engine oil

If the car is used in one of the following particularly exacting conditions:

• trailer towing
• dusty roads
• short (less than 7-8 km) repeated journeys with an outside temperature below zero
• enging frequently run at idle speed or long distance driving at low speed (or in the case of prolonged inactivity);

it is advisable to change the engine oil more frequently than specified.

Battery

It is advisable to have the battery charge checked preferably at the onset of winter to avoid the possibility of freezing of the electrolyte.
This check should be carried out if the car is prevailingly used for short journeys, or if it is fitted with services that absorb current permanenlt when the ignition key is engaged, especially if fitted in the after market.

Fuel oil filter (only Turbodiesel versions)

The differing degree of purity of fuel oil in commerce may make it necessary to change the fuel oil filter more frequently than specified.

Dust and/or pollen filter (if fitted)

If the vehicle is used frequently in dusty or heavily polluted environments it is advisable to change the filtering element more frequently.
The failure to change the filter may considerably reduce the effectiveness of the climate control system.

Antifreeze

Topping up is recommended with Climafluid Super Permanent -40°C Alfa Romeo in order to preserve the protective characteristics of the mixture.