Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Alfa Romeo
01 General information02 Specifications03 Manufacturing data and tolerances04 Tightening torques05 Fluids and lubricants06 Maintenance07 Diagnostic checks08 Engine09 Clutch10 Gearbox and differential11 Transmission (4x4)12 Axles and driveshafts13 Brakes14 Steering15 Suspension and wheels16 Heating, air conditioning and auxiliary units17 Electrical equipment18 Body fittings19 Body panels and frame20 Wiring diagrams and electrical functions21 Wiring harnesses22 Connectors and pin-outs23 Fault diagnosis24 Special tools
Alfa Romeo Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual (2005-2010)23 · Fault diagnosis
23 · Diagnostics

Mil warning light flashing

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual
Year
2005–2010
Section
Instrument panel › Mil warning light flashing
Fault diagnosisMil warning light flashing

MIL WARNING LIGHT FLASHING

The engine fault warning light flashes with the engine started

The warning light can flash in two different ways: with the engine started up and the vehicle stationary or with the vehicle driving.

1FUEL RESERVE WARNING LIGHT CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the fuel reserve warning light is offMove on to Step 2Fuel reserve warning light onTop up the fuel level so that it is not in the reserve zone and continue to Step 4
2FUEL LEVEL CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the fuel level gauge is working properlyMove on to Step 3Fuel level gauge not working

Proceed as instructed in the

See Test 1040AC FUEL LEVEL GAUGE CHECK

3CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Connect the diagnostic instrument (Examiner or Examiner Plus) and check the absence of the Misfiring errorEnd of diagnosisThe "misfire" error is presentContinue by following the instructions on the diagnostic instrument
4ERROR CANCELLING AND CHECKALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION

Using the diagnostic equipment, cancel the errors in the control unit.

Road test the vehicle and check that the errror does not occur again

Move on to Step 5The "misfire" error is presentContinue by following the instructions on the diagnostic instrument
5CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONALL OKPROBLEMS ENCOUNTEREDACTION
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosis

Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Alfa Romeo Brera

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.