Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Whistling noise from engine/turbocharger (TC)
Cause
Damaged turbocharger (TC) vanes caused by debris entering the inlet circuit when replacing air filter.
Repair
- Inspect turbocharger (TC) for damage, replace if necessary.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Rattling noise from top of engine for several seconds when starting after the vehicle has stood for long periods
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 1.6/1.8/2.0 petrol engines.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 4 parts
Repair
- Engine No. →3575550. Remove cylinder head. Fit non-return valve to oil gallery of camshaft position (CMP) actuator. Refit cylinder head. Fit modified camshaft position (CMP) actuator. Fit new cylinder head cover gasket.
- Engine No. 3575550→. Fit modified camshaft position (CMP) actuator. Fit new cylinder head cover gasket.
Parts4 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Camshaft position (CMP) actuator | 71738360 | 1 |
| Non-return valve | 60677899 | 1 |
| Cylinder head cover gasket (JTS) | 60669492 | 1 |
| Cylinder head cover gasket (Twin spark) | 60655592 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Electrical & ignition
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
SRS warning lamp illuminated
Electrical resistance in seat belt pretensioner multi-plug under driver's or passenger's front seat. Fix: clean and lubricate.
Overview
- Affects
- All models.
- Remedy
- Clean & lubricate
Repair steps
- Ensure ignition switched OFF.
- Check and clean seat belt pretensioner multi-plug contacts.
- Secure harness/multi-plug to seat frame with cable tie.
- Diagnostic equipment required to reset SRS warning lamp.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Other
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Creaking noise from fascia
Cause
Fascia upper bolts loose.
Repair
- Tighten fascia upper bolts.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- CMP
- Camshaft position — a sensor that tells the engine control module where the camshaft is
- SRS
- Supplementary restraint system — the airbags and seat-belt pretensioners
- TC
- Turbocharger — the exhaust-driven compressor that boosts engine power
- Actuator
- A motor or solenoid that moves a mechanical part on command
- Fascia
- The dashboard and the surrounding interior panel
- Multi-Plug
- A multi-pin electrical connector on a wiring harness
- Oil Gallery
- An internal oil passage in the engine
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 Turbo?
This guide contains four workshop bulletins for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 Turbo. Of these, two concern the engine and fuel system and one the electrical and ignition. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 Turbo 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 Turbo faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.