Alfa Romeo2001–2006Technical specifications

166 2.4 JTD: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.4-litre diesel (engine code 839A6.000). 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 (839A6.000) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
166
Years
2001–2006
Fuel
Diesel
Engine code
839A6.000

Performance & efficiency

Power
103 kW (140 hp)
Engine size
2,387 cc
Cylinders
5 · OHC

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
5.5 litres
All 46 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type5/OHC
Capacity cc2387

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD (2001–2006) 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 166 2.4 JTD (2001–2006) takes 5.5 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 1.7 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-85 semi-synthetic, with classification GL-5.

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-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification OEM Fiat 9.55535-M2
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B4
Ambient temperature range -15°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B3
Engine with filter(s) litres 5.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-85 Semi-synthetic
Manual transmission oil classification GL-5
Manual transmission litres 1.7
Cooling system - total capacity litres 9.1
Brake fluid Type DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 1.4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD (2001–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 24,2 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front24,2 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear9 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,15 mm
Disc runout Rear0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1,5 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear1,5 mm

Service & electrical

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)12

Tightening torques

Other engine tightening torques
Sump drain bolt21 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub70 Nm+50°
Rear hub320 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front17 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front27 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front160 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear12 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear27 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear57 Nm
Road wheels86±8 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 grams650
Air conditioning oil groupPAG
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³130
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO46

Frequently asked questions

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD take?

The Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD (2001–2006) takes 5.5 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 166 2.4 JTD?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD (2001–2006) are 0,25-0,35 mm inlet and 0,30-0,40 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD?

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 166 2.4 JTD (2001–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 24,2 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.

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