Alfa Romeo Giulia-GTA, Owner'S Handbook Manual

Page: 180 / 284

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
178
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the car under
the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned
a series of checks and maintenance
operations at fixed distance intervals
and, for versions/markets, where
provided, at fixed time intervals, as
described in the Service Schedule.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an Alfa
Romeo Dealership 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.
WARNING Scheduled Servicing
interventions are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform the Alfa Romeo
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
REGULAR CHECKS
Every year or 620 miles ( 1,000 km) or
before long journeys, check and top up, if
necessary:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level (if insufficient, see
an Alfa Romeo dealership as soon as
possible);
AdBlue® (UREA) diesel emissions
additive (2.2 JTD versions only);
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windscreen wash/wipe
system and positioning/wear of wiper
blades.
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 topped up, if necessary (see the
"Engine compartment - Checking the
levels" paragraph for information on the
quantity to be topped up).
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
If the vehicle is used in one of the
following conditions:
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than 4-
5 miles or 7-8 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 front and rear disc brake pad
condition and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
tailgate locks, cleanliness and lubrication
of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of:
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 conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change engine
oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace pollen
filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner;