Alfa Romeo 8C Spider, Owner'S Manual

Page: 220 / 235

218
8
CARBON PARTS
Have small scratches and marks on the carbon
structure removed by an
Authorised Service
Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network
.
Improper operations may irreparably damage the
carbon parts.
CAUTION
Do not use aggressive organic
substances, such as: petrol, kerosene,
petroleum, acetone or solvents.
IF THE VEHICLE
IS LAID UP FOR
LONG PERIODS
- If the vehicle is not used for several months,
take the following precautions:
- Wash and dry the vehicle thoroughly.
- Store the vehicle in a covered, dry and, if
possible, ventilated area.
- Engage a gear.
- Disconnect the battery (see page 178).
- Check the battery charge condition. This
check should be carried out monthly while
the vehicle is idle. Recharge the battery if
the load-free voltage is below 12.5 V.
- Check that the electric parking brake is not
applied.
- Clean and protect the painted parts applying
protective waxes.
- Clean and protect polished metal parts with
specifi c products available on the market.
- Talc the windscreen wiper blades and raise
them from the windscreen.
- Cover the vehicle with a fabric sheet
to allow transpiration (available at all
To clean the interior a specific kit is available
that can be ordered from
Authorised Service
Centres of the Manufacturer’s Network .
It is in any case advisable to use the Car Care
Kit (specifically for cleaning leather) included in
the Alfa Romeo accessory line. The kit cannot be
used on suede.
LEATHER UPHOLSTERY
TREATMENT
Have the leather upholstery treated according
to the Maintenance Schedule and only
at an
Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer’s Network
, where the specific
products required for the treatment are available.
Alfawiki.nl