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Stelvio 2.9 Quadrifoglio: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

3 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Incorrect fuel gauge reading

Multifunction control module software fault. Fix: re-program with updated software.

Overview

Affects
All models.
Remedy
Software update

Symptoms

Door mirrors intermittent operation or not working. Heated rear window intermittent operation or not working. Incorrect fuel gauge reading immediately after re-fuelling vehicle.

Repair steps

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Re-program multifunction control module with upgraded software.
  3. Erase any stored trouble codes.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Body & trim

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Tailgate latch cover panel loose or adrift

Affects All models.Fit new part

Cause

Tailgate latch cover panel fixing clips missing Fig.1259474.1 .

Repair

  1. Fit new tailgate latch cover panel.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Tailgate latch cover panel1561304601

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Other

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Incorrect display of outside air temperature

Affects All models, →08/03/18.Fit modified part

Cause

Outside air temperature sensor incorrectly positioned.

Repair

  1. Fit modified RH door mirror. Note: Outside air temperature sensor is integral to RH door mirror.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

Trouble Codes
Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
RH
Right-hand — the right side of the vehicle as you sit in it
Multifunction Control Module
The control module that runs shared electrical functions (lights, wipers, locking, and so on)
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.9 Quadrifoglio?

This guide contains three workshop bulletins for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.9 Quadrifoglio. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.9 Quadrifoglio 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 Stelvio 2.9 Quadrifoglio faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.

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