2019 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider Maintenance Schedule

It is very important for both fans and owners of the 2019 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider to keep it running at its best and without any problems. To make sure that its dynamic abilities don’t change over time, this meticulously designed Italian sports car needs a full maintenance plan. This guide will go into great depth about the 2019 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider’s maintenance schedule. It will give you a full picture of the recommended service intervals, important checks, and necessary tasks that will keep your 4C Spider in great shape for years to come. Understanding and following this repair schedule is important for keeping the spirit and vitality of this exceptional sports car, whether you’re a dedicated driver or just a fan of great cars.

SCHEDULED SERVICING

Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate the instrument cluster. This means that an engine oil and engine oil filter change is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short trips, trailer tow, and extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since the last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
The Wrench Warning Light may appear in the cluster as a service reminder when vehicle maintenance is required, according to the scheduled maintenance mileage. The maintenance schedule intervals are set by the manufacturer. Failure to have them carried out may void your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
NOTE: The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message (if present) on the instrument panel or every 12 months.

Severe Duty All Models
In addition, if your vehicle is used under demanding conditions, including:

• On the track.
• On dusty roads.
• Short, repeated trips (less than 4-5 miles or 7-8 km) at sub-zero temperatures.
• Allowing the engine to idle for extended periods of time.
• Driving for long distances at low speeds.
• Allowing the vehicle to sit for long periods of inactivity.

Under any of the above circumstances, the following checks need to be performed more frequently than indicated in the Maintenance Plan:

• Check front and rear disc brake pad condition and wear.
• Check the cleanliness of tailgate locks.
• Check cleanliness and lubrication of chassis and steering linkage.
• Visually inspect the condition of the 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 the condition of the auxiliary drive belts.
• Check and, if necessary, change the engine oil and replace the oil filter.
• Check and, if necessary, replace the air cleaner filter.

Using the vehicle on a track should be regarded as an exception. The vehicle has been designed and manufactured for road use. Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
If the vehicle is operated in a dusty or dirty environment the engine air filter has to be changed every 6,500 miles (10,000 km).

Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip/Periodic Checks
Every 600 miles (1,000 km) or before long trips, check and, if necessary, top of the following:

• Check engine oil level.
• Check brake fluid level.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder reservoir, and add as needed
• Check the function of all interior and exterior lights.

Every 2,000 miles (3,000 km) check and, if necessary, top up: the engine oil level.

Maintenance Plan
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance plan on the following page for the required maintenance intervals.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:

Change oil and filter.

Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:

Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses.

Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.

Check and adjust the hand brake.

Inspect the exhaust system.

Inspect engine air cleaner filter if used in dusty or off-road conditions.

Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)	12,000	24,000	36,000	48,000	60,000	72,000	84,000	96,000	108,000	120,000	132,000	144,000	156,000
Or Months:	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96	108	120	132	144	156
Or Kilometers:	20,000	40,000	60,000	80,000	100,000	120,000	140,000	160,000	180,000	200,000	220,000	240,000	260,000
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge #	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure if required	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X

Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)

12,000

24,000

36,000

48,000

60,000

72,000

84,000

96,000

108,000

120,000

132,000

144,000

156,000

Or Months:

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

156

Or Kilometers:

20,000

40,000

60,000

80,000

100,000

120,000

140,000

160,000

180,000

200,000

220,000

240,000

260,000

Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, passenger compartment lights, boot lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check vehicle fasteners

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check mechanical components fasteners

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check windshield/washer operation

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check the position/wear of the windshield blade

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check cleanliness of hood and deck lid locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of associated linkages

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Visually inspect the condition of exterior bodywork, carbon monocoque, aerodynamic bottom, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel supply system, brakes), rubber elements (boots, driveshaft boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)

12,000

24,000

36,000

48,000

60,000

72,000

84,000

96,000

108,000

120,000

132,000

144,000

156,000

Or Months:

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

156

Or Kilometers:

20,000

40,000

60,000

80,000

100,000

120,000

140,000

160,000

180,000

200,000

220,000

240,000

260,000

Check the condition and wear of front brake pads and discs and operation of the pad wear indicator

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check the condition and wear of rear brake pads and discs and operation of the pad wear indicator

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check and top off, if required, fluid levels (engine coolant, brake/hydraulic clutch fluid, windscreen washer fluid, battery fluid, etc)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt(s)

X

X

X

X

Check the condition of the timing belt

X

X

X

Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary (or every 12 months)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic tool)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Check and, if necessary, top off the oil level of twin-clutch transmission

X

X

Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)	12,000	24,000	36,000	48,000	60,000	72,000	84,000	96,000	108,000	120,000	132,000	144,000	156,000
Or Months:	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96	108	120	132	144	156
Or Kilometers:	20,000	40,000	60,000	80,000	100,000	120,000	140,000	160,000	180,000	200,000	220,000	240,000	260,000
Replace accessory drive belt(s)					X					X
Replace spark plugs *			X			X			X			X
Replace toothed timing drive belt **					X					X
Change engine oil and oil filter ***
Change brake fluid every 24 months*****		X		X		X		X		X		X
Replace air filter cartridge****	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X

Recommend using Midtronics tester to check charge status and, if necessary, recharge battery.

1. The spark plug change interval is mileage-based only, yearly intervals do not apply. The following are essential to ensure correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine:
   • Only use spark plugs of the same make and type which are specially certified for such engines (refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for further information).
   • Strictly comply with the spark plug replacement interval given in the maintenance plan for spark plug replacement.
   • Contact your Alfa Romeo Dealer if you have questions.
2. Regardless of the distance covered, the timing belt must be changed every four years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, city driving, long periods of idling) or at least every five years.
3. The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message (if present) on the instrument panel or every 12 months.
4. If the vehicle is operated in a dusty or dirty environment the engine air filter has to be changed every 6,500 miles (10,000 km).
5. DOT 4 brake fluid must be changed every two years regardless of mileage.

WARNING

• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and affect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

1750 Turbo Engine

1. Fuse Box
2. Battery
3. Engine Oil Dip Stick
4. Engine Oil Fill
5. Coolant Reservoir

Checking Oil Level
To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals. The best time to check the engine oil level is before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Do not check the oil level when the engine is warm. Checking engine oil levels when the engine is warm will give you an incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground, and has sat overnight, will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the range markings on the dipstick. The safe range is indicated by a crosshatch zone. Adding 1 quart of oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator range.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can lead to a loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased oil temperature could damage your engine.

Adding Washer Solvent

1. Brake Fluid Access Panel
2. Washer Solvent Access Panel

To check the windshield washer solvent level, proceed as follows:

1. To avoid any interference during the procedure, lift the windshield wiper blade.
2. Loosen the four screws using the supplied screwdriver. Remove the washer solvent protection panel.
3. Release the plug from the opening.
4. Leaving the plug close to the opening, put a finger on the central hole in the plug and remove it: the level can be seen on the control pipe due to capillarity.
5. After the check, reinsert the plug with the control pipe in the initial position.
6. Reposition the washer solvent protection panel and tighten the four self-tapping screws.

If the level is not sufficient, namely if there is no washer solvent inside the pipe, proceed as follows:

1. To avoid any interference during the procedure, lift the windshield wiper blade.
2. Loosen the four screws using the supplied screwdriver. Remove the washer solvent protection panel.
3. Take the black funnel for topping up the windshield washer solvent and its extension pipe from the service kit in the luggage compartment.
4. Take out the plug with the solvent control pipe through the washer solvent protection panel.
5. Introduce the funnel and its extension pipe in the reservoir neck and top up.
6. After topping up, remove the funnel with the extension pipe.
7. Refit the plug with the dipstick.
8. Reposition the washer solvent protection panel and tighten the four self-tapping screws.
   WARNING: Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution.

Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free bat-tery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic maintenance required.
WARNING

• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in the eyes or on the skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump Starting Procedure” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).

CAUTION

• It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a “fast charger” to provide a starting voltage.

DEALER SERVICE
The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule, there are other components that may require servicing or replacement in the future.
CAUTION

• Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or perform repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs, damage to other components or negatively impact vehicle performance. Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized dealer or qualified repair center.
• Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these components as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, or air conditioning. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of component malfunction, use only the specified fluid for the flushing procedure.

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