Engine & fuel system
3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Trouble code stored: P2264
Overview
- Affects
- All models with Diesel engines.
- Fault codes
P2264
Cause
Poor or no connection of wiring harness at fuel/water separator sensor.
Faulty fuel/water separator sensor.
Repair steps
- Check wiring for positive supply at harness multi-plug terminal 3.
- Check fuel/water separator sensor wiring harness continuity.
- Check fuel/water separator sensor harness multi-plug for good contact.
- Renew fuel/water separator sensor.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated
Overview
- Affects
- All models with Diesel engines.
- Fault codes
P0237P0238P2562P2563
Symptoms
Lack of power. Possible trouble codes stored: P0237, P0238, P2562, P2563. Whistling noise from engine. White smoke coming from exhaust.
Cause
Turbocharger (TC) control pressure sensor faulty.
Internal failure of turbocharger (TC).
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Replace turbocharger (TC) and turbocharger (TC) control pressure sensor.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Engine coolant leak from intake manifold area
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 1.6/2.0 Diesel engines, →10/09.
- Parts
- 4 parts
Cause
Intake manifold gasket failure due to Diesel fuel contamination.
Repair
- Pressure test cooling system.
- If coolant leak from area indicated: Replace black intake manifold gaskets with modified green gaskets.
Parts4 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Intake manifold gasket kit | 71754211 | 1 |
| Nut | 55192175 | 9 |
| Collar - 1,6 | 71714117 | 2 |
| Collar - 2,0 | 71714118 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.
Electrical & ignition
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Intermittent self-activation of alarm system siren
Cause
Alarm system in car movement sensors too sensitive.
Repair
- Fit new alarm system in car movement sensors.
Parts3 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Alarm system in car movement primary sensor | 50511682 | 1 |
| Alarm system in car movement secondary sensor | 50511683 | 1 |
| Alarm system in car movement secondary sensor | 50511683 | 2 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Automatic window partial opening function not working correctly
Cause
Electric window control module software fault.
Repair
- Replace electric window control module(s) as required.
Parts8 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Electric window control module, left front - without retractable door mirrors (LHD) | 50510510 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, left front - with retractable door mirrors (LHD) | 50510511 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, right front - without retractable door mirrors (LHD) | 50510514 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, right front - with retractable door mirrors (LHD) | 50510515 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, right front - without retractable door mirrors (RHD) | 50510512 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, right front - with retractable door mirrors (RHD) | 50510513 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, left front - without retractable door mirrors (RHD) | 50510516 | 1 |
| Electric window control module, left front - with retractable door mirrors (RHD) | 50510517 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Air conditioning & heating
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Erratic AC compressor operation
Symptoms
Air conditioning (AC) inefficient when ambient air temperature is high.
Cause
AC receiver/drier faulty.
Repair
- Fit modified AC receiver/drier.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| AC receiver/drier | 71748263 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- VIN
- Vehicle identification number — 17 characters, found at the base of the windscreen and on the V5C logbook
- Trouble Codes
- Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
- AC
- Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
- TC
- Turbocharger — the exhaust-driven compressor that boosts engine power
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Intake Manifold
- The housing that distributes air into the cylinders
- Multi-Plug
- A multi-pin electrical connector on a wiring harness
- Receiver/Drier
- The air-conditioning filter/dryer that removes moisture from the refrigerant
- Wiring Harness
- The bundled cables that carry power and signals around the vehicle
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 JTDM 16V?
This guide contains six workshop bulletins for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 JTDM 16V. Of these, three concern the engine and fuel system and two the electrical and ignition. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 JTDM 16V have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 JTDM 16V faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.