Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 1929 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 19,2 |
Injection system
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Make | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Type | VER 466 |
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Part No. | 0 460 494 304 |
| Pump type | Rotary |
| Injector nozzle Make | Bosch |
| Nozzle and holder assembly Part No. | 0 432 217 211 |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) is 1-3-4-2.
| Injection sequence | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) are 0,25-0,35 mm inlet and 0,30-0,40 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,25-0,35 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,30-0,40 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) takes 5.0 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 1.4 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.8 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| 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 | CF/B3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.0 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.4 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 8.8 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Brake fluid litres | 0.6 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 10,2 mm (solid) or 18,2 mm (ventilated) front and 9,2 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front | 10,2 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 18,2 mm |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 9,2 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,15 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,15 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,5 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1,5 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 1-3 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) uses a 12 V, 90 Ah battery (reserve capacity 160 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/160 (90) |
|---|
Glow plugs
Glow plugs for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998): Beru 663 MJ, Bosch 0 250 201 019, Champion CH68 and Lucas/CAV HDS295.
| Glow plug nominal rating V/A | 11/13 |
|---|---|
| Glow plug activation time secs | 10 Max |
| Glow plug - part no. Beru | 663 MJ |
| Glow plug - part no. Bosch | 0 250 201 019 |
| Glow plug - part no. Champion | CH68 |
| Glow plug - part no. Lucas/CAV | HDS295 |
Tuning and emissions
| Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC | 0,80 |
|---|---|
| Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC | — |
| Adjusting method Engine/Pump | Pointer/Dial gauge |
| Idle speed rpm | 850-950 |
| Rated no load speed rpm | 4950-5050 |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| Idle speed - for smoke test rpm | 850-950 |
| Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm | 4870-5070 |
| Maximum time at governed speed secs | 1,0 |
| Test mode A/B | B |
| Probe type 1/2 | 1 |
| Conditioning Accelerations/rpm | 2-3 |
| Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%) | 3,00 (73) |
| Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%) | 1,82 (54) |
Starting and charging
| Starter motor Make | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Starter motor Type | 0 001 218 147 |
| Maximum cranking amps A | 243-297 |
| Alternator Make | Bosch |
| Alternator Type | 0 120 489 272 |
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 85/14/3000 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Turbo boost pressure bar/rpm | 0,8/2400 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,4-3,9/- |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,88-1,08 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 78-82 |
| Drive belt size - alternator mm | 5x950 |
| Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm | 9,5x737 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) are tightened in 3 stages: 100 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 100 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | M8=30 Nm |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 57 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 113 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 50° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| Sump drain bolt | 21 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 142 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 33-40 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 190 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 25 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 25 Nm |
| Injector/clamp | 78 Nm |
| Injector pipe unions | 24 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear | 49 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump flange | 25 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 29 Nm |
| Glow plugs | 18 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Rear hub | — |
| View more information | — |
| Steering track rod end | 29-35 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 12 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 50 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 22 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 12 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 50 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 22 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 5 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 5 Nm |
| Road wheels | 82±9 Nm Alu=93±10 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 700 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Ucon RL-488 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 236±15 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 150 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo?
The injection sequence for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) is 1-3-4-2.
What glow plugs does the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo use?
Glow plugs for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998): Beru 663 MJ, Bosch 0 250 201 019, Champion CH68 and Lucas/CAV HDS295.
How much oil does the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo take?
The Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) takes 5.0 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 155 1.9 Turbo?
Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) 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 155 1.9 Turbo?
The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) are tightened in 3 stages: 100 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo?
Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 155 1.9 Turbo (1993–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 10,2 mm (solid) or 18,2 mm (ventilated) front and 9,2 mm rear.