2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Maintenance Schedule

In terms of speed and style, the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia was a great example of how well Italian engineers work. A carefully planned maintenance routine was an important part of owning a Giulia. It made sure that the car always ran at its best and was reliable. This detailed guide goes into the details of the maintenance schedule for the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia. It gives drivers a step-by-step plan for routine inspections, fluid changes, tire care, and other important maintenance tasks. This will make sure that this Italian masterpiece stays in great shape and gives its owners a thrilling and reliable driving experience for as long as they own it.

SCHEDULED SERVICING

Correct servicing is crucial for guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned a series of checks and services for your vehicle at fixed intervals based on distance and time, as described in the Scheduled Servicing Plan. Before each service, it is always necessary to carefully follow the instructions in the Scheduled Servicing Plan (e.g. periodically check the level of fluids, tire pressure, etc.). Scheduled Servicing is offered by an authorized dealer according to a set time schedule. If, during each operation, in addition to the ones scheduled, the need arises for further replacements or repairs, these may be carried out with the owner’s explicit consent only.
NOTE: Scheduled Servicing intervals are required by the Manufacturer. Failure to have them carried out may invalidate the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
You are advised to inform an authorized dealer of any small operating irregularities without waiting for the next service.

PERIODIC CHECKS
Every month or every 600 miles (1,000 km) or before long trips check and, if necessary, top off:

• Engine coolant level.
• Brake fluid level (if insufficient, see an authorized dealer as soon as possible).
• Windshield washer fluid level.
• Tire inflation pressure and condition.
• Operation of the lighting system (headlights, direction indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.).
• Operation of windshield washing/wiping
  system and positioning/wear of wiper blades.
• Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
• Oil consumption of the engine depends on conditions and driving style. For this reason, the engine oil level must be checked every
  1,860 miles (3,000 km), and top off if necessary refer to “Engine Oil” in this chapter for further information.

HEAVY USAGE OF THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle is used under one of the following conditions:

• Dusty roads.
• Short, repeated journeys less than 4 miles (7 km) at sub-zero outside temperatures.
• Engine often idling or driving long distances at low speeds or long periods of inactivity.
• In the event of a long period of inactivity.

The following checks must be carried out more often than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:

• Check cleanliness of hood and trunk locks, cleanliness, and lubrication of linkage.
• Visually inspect conditions of the engine, transmission, pipes, and hoses (exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and rubber elements (sleeves/bushes, etc.).
• Check battery charge and battery fluid level (electrolyte).
• Visually inspect the conditions of the accessory drive belts.
• Check and, if necessary, change the engine oil and replace the oil filter.
• Check and, if necessary, replace the cabin air filter.
• Check and, if necessary, replace the air cleaner.

Severe Duty All Models
Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment or is operated predominately at idle or only very low engine RPM. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.

MAINTENANCE PLAN — 2.0L T4 MAIR ENGINE

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Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary. Check the tire repair kit recharge condition and expiration date

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Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic tool) and, if equipped, engine oil degradation 3

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Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork, underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber elements (sleeves, bushes, etc.)

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Change engine coolant															●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter4
Replace transfer case oil (AWD models only)								●
Replace accessory drive belt(s)															●
Replace air cleaner cartridge 5			●			●			●			●			●
Replace the additional fuel filter (if equipped)	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●	●
Change the brake fluid6
Replace the passenger compartment cleaner5	o	●	o	●	o	●	o	●	o	●	o	●	o	●	o
Spark plug replacement7

1. The SOS backup battery must be replaced every five years, regardless of mileage.
2. Top up using the fluids indicated in the “Fluids And Lubricants” section of the “Technical Specifications” chapter only after checking that the system is intact.
3. If the oil degradation ratio (data collectible from diagnostic device) is more than 80% (oil quality less than 20%) engine oil and filter replacement is recommended.
4. The actual interval for changing the engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message in the instrument panel. In all cases, never exceed 1 year/10,000 miles.
5. If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 10,000 miles (16,000 km).
6. The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
7. The spark plug change interval is 60,000 miles for the NAFTA market or 60,000 km outside NAFTA. Yearly intervals do not apply.
   (o) Recommended operations
   (●) Mandatory operations

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.

MAINTENANCE PLAN — 2.9 V6 ENGINE

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Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary. Check the tire repair kit recharge condition and expiration date

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Check the operation of the lighting system (headlights, direction indicators, hazard warning lights, trunk lid, passenger compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)

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Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels 2

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Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic tool)

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Visually inspect conditions of exterior bodywork, underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber elements (sleeves, bushes, etc.)

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Check the position/wear of the front windshield wiper blade

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Check cleanliness of hood and luggage compartment locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage

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Brake pads/brake discs replacement3

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Change engine coolant

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Change engine oil and replace the oil filter

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Replace accessory drive belt/s4

Replace air cleaner 5

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Replace the additional fuel filter (if equipped)

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Change the brake fluid6

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1. The SOS backup battery must be replaced every five years, regardless of mileage.
2. Top up using the fluids indicated in the “Fluids And Lubricants” section of the “Technical Specifications” chapter only after checking that the system is intact.
3. The actual interval for changing the brake pads and the carbon ceramic brake discs depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message on the instrument panel. After each disc replacement, reset the warning light using the diagnostic socket.
4. Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 36,000 miles (60,000 km). Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every 4 years. Dusty areas and/or demanding use of the vehicle (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage of 18,000 miles (30,000 km). Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every 2 years.
5. If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 10,000 miles (16,000 km).
6. The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
7. The spark plug change interval is mileage-based only. Yearly intervals do not apply.
   (o) Recommended operations
   (●) Mandatory operations

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.

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