Alfa Romeo2005–2010Technical specifications

147 1.9 JTDM 8V: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.9-litre diesel (engine code 937A3.000). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (937A3.000) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147
Years
2005–2010
Fuel
Diesel
Engine code
937A3.000

Performance & efficiency

Power
88 kW (120 hp)
Engine size
1,910 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
18.0:1
Fuel system
Bosch

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.4 litres
All 70 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity cc1910
Compression ratio :118,0
Fuel system MakeBosch
Fuel system TypeEDC 16C8

Injection system

Air metering TypeMass
Fuel/injection pump assembly MakeBosch
Pump typeCommon rail

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) are 0,25-0,35 mm inlet and 0,30-0,40 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,25-0,35 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,30-0,40 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) takes 4.4 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.1 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-80 synthetic, with classification GL-5.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.2 litres.

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B3
Ambient temperature range -15°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CD/B3
Engine with filter(s) litres 4.4
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-80 Synthetic
Manual transmission oil classification GL-5
Manual transmission litres 2.1
Coolant Type Paraflu 11
Coolant Colour Green Blue
Cooling system - total capacity litres 7.2
Brake fluid Type DOT 4
Brake fluid litres 0.5
Clutch fluid Type DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 1.2

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20,2 mm (ventilated) or 20,5 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm or 9,35 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front20,2 mm
Minimum disc thickness after refacing - ventilated Front20,5 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear9 mm
Minimum disc thickness after refacing Rear9,35 mm

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Idle speed rpm850±20
Rated no load speed rpm4900-5100

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)12

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) are tightened in 5 stages: 20 Nm, then 65 Nm, then 90°, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsYes
Tighten20 Nm
Tighten65 Nm
Tighten90°
Tighten90°
Tighten90°
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 125 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 260°
Sump bolts—
Wait 1 hour before filling engine with oil.
Sump drain bolt20 Nm
Injector/clamp29±3 Nm
Injector pipe unions—
Injector pipe unions
Glow plugs14±1 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub73±5 Nm+62°
Rear hub320±16 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting130±13 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front12±2 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front52±6 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front117±6 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear12±2 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear50 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear50±5 Nm
ABS sensor Front8±1 Nm
ABS sensor Rear8±1 Nm
Road wheels98 Nm Alu=120 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams550±25
Air conditioning oil groupPAG
Air conditioning oil TypeSP10
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³135
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V?

The injection sequence for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V take?

The Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) takes 4.4 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) are 0,25-0,35 mm inlet and 0,30-0,40 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) are tightened in 5 stages: 20 Nm, then 65 Nm, then 90°, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V?

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTDM 8V (2005–2010) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20,2 mm (ventilated) or 20,5 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm or 9,35 mm rear.

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