Alfa Romeo1992–1998Technical specifications

155 2.0 Turbo: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code 672.03). 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 (672.03) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
155
Years
1992–1998
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
672.03

Performance & efficiency

Power
137 kW (186 hp)
Engine size
1,995 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
8.0:1
Fuel system
Weber-Marelli

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.5 litres
All 123 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1995
Compression ratio :18,0
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system MakeWeber-Marelli
Ignition system TypeIAW 4W6
Ignition system DescriptionMap-DIS
Trigger locationCrankshaft
Fuel system MakeWeber-Marelli
Fuel system TypeIAW 4W6
Fuel system DescriptionMFI-i
Air metering TypeMAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECMYes
Diagnostic socketYes

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeBosch
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm0,5-0,6
Secondary resistance Ohm6660-8140

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) are 0,36-0,44 mm inlet and 0,46-0,54 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,36-0,44 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,46-0,54 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) takes 4.5 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 4.0 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90 semi-synthetic.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 9.1 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A1
Ambient temperature range -20°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A3
Engine with filter(s) litres 4.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90 Semi-synthetic
Manual transmission litres 4.0
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 80W-90
Differential rear litres 1.4
Cooling system - total capacity litres 9.1
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 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 18,2 mm (ventilated) front and 9,2 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front18,2 mm
Minimum disc thickness
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear9,2 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
Disc runout Front0,15 mm
Disc runout Rear0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front3 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear3 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches3-7

Service & electrical

Battery

The Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/90 (60)

Spark plugs

The Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) uses Bosch WR6DTC spark plugs with a 0,6 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentBosch
Spark plug TypeWR6DTC
Electrode gap mm0,6
Spark plugs MakeAutolite
Spark plug TypeAPP62
Electrode gap mm0,7
Spark plugs MakeBeru
Spark plug Type14-6DTU
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeWR6DTC
Electrode gap mm0,6
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeN7BYC
Electrode gap mm0,7
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBP6ET
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Tuning conditions—
Idle speed and CO level
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm10±3/850 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm850±30
Oil temperature °C60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO0,35 Max
CO level at idle speed - sample pipe Vol. % CO0,4-0,8
HC level at idle speed ppm90 Max
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO214,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm2500-2900
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeBosch
Starter motor Type1,4 kW
Maximum cranking amps A162-198
Alternator MakeBosch
Alternator Type90A
Alternator output A/V/rpm40/14/1600
Regulated voltage V14,0

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm4/4000

Fuel system

System pressure bar2,8-3,2
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar2,3-2,7
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C340-420/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm570-750
Injector Ohm2,0-4,0
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm6,5-8,0
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm4,0-12,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 50 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten20 Nm
Tighten50 Nm
Tighten90°
Tighten90°
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 120 Nm
Main bearings Stage 290°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 125 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 250°
Sump drain bolt32-52 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate120-149 Nm
Clutch pressure plate19-22 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt180-199 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear100-123 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap—
Camshaft carrier/cap
Spark plugs23-28 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)50-60 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub—
View more information—
Front hub
Rear hub226-294 Nm
Steering track rod end29-35 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front5-13 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front57 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front—
Carrier to hub
Brake disc to hub Rear5,4-12,6 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear—
Road wheels82±9 Nm Alu=93±10 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Refrigerant type
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams950
Refrigerant quantity
Air conditioning oil TypeSuniso 5GS
Oil type
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³135

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo use?

The Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) uses Bosch WR6DTC spark plugs with a 0,6 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo take?

The Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) takes 4.5 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 2.0 Turbo?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) are 0,36-0,44 mm inlet and 0,46-0,54 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 50 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo?

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo (1992–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 18,2 mm (ventilated) front and 9,2 mm rear.

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