SERVICING OPERATIONS (Continued)

SERVICING OPERATIONS (Continued)

To keep the car in good operating conditions, the following recommendations should be adhered to carefully:

Every 500 kms (or when refuelling) check:

• the engine oil level.
• the level of the fluid in the coolant circuit.
• the level of the brake/clutch fluid.
• the tyre pressures.
• the level of the fluid in the windscreen washer system.

Engine oil and filter

To be changed at the specified intervals.

At all events, they must be changed once a year.

Air cleaner

If the car is habitually used on dusty roads, the air cleaner should be changed more often than specified.

Brake pads

Wear of the brake pads is indicated by the turning on of a warning light on the instrument cluster.

When changing the pads, also check the rear ones.

However, depending on the use of the car, the rear pads might not need to be changed immediately, in which case, you are recommended to check them at a later stage.

Brake and clutch fluid

The brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture.

To avoid faulty braking, change the brake fluid every two years, regardless of the mileage driven.

Battery

During hot weather, check the electrolyte level frequently.

Dust and/or pollen filter (if fitted)

Once a year, preferably at the beginning of summer, have the conditions of the dust and/or pollen filter (if fitted) checked by the Alfa Romeo Service Network.

If the car is mostly used for town/motorway driving or on dusty roads, it is wise to check more often than indicated.

Warning: Failure to change the filter can considerably reduce the performance of the air conditioner system.

Anti-freeze

It is advisable to top up with Alfa Romeo Climafluid Super Permanent -40°C to conserve the protective properties of the mixture.

Notes

Under special driving conditions (e.g. on roads sprinkled with antifreeze salt and/or corrosive substances, rough road surfaces, etc.) often check the boots of the axle shafts and steering box, and clean and lubricate joints, hinges, door catches, bonnet catch, etc.)

When forced to use fuel, lubricants and/or fluids in general with characteristics other than those specified by the manufacturer (in emergencies), replace the fluids and corresponding filters at the earliest opportunity.