Alfa Romeo1983–1990Technical specifications

2000 Spider 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code 005.15). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (005.15) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: 2000 Spider
Years: 1983–1990
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 005.15

Performance & efficiency

Power: 92 kW (125 hp)
Engine size: 1,962 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Fuel system: Dellorto

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 7.0 litres

All 98 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1962 (1948)
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Bosch
Ignition system Type	TSZ-i
Ignition system Description	Trans-i
Trigger location	Distributor
Fuel system Make	Dellorto
Fuel system Type	DCOE/40E
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V
Diagnostic socket	No

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Bosch
Ignition coil Type	0 221 119 009
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	2,9-3,4
Secondary resistance Ohm	6700-9600
Distributor (ECM) Make	Bosch
Distributor (ECM) No.	0 237 002 018
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,5-0,6

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) are 0,50 mm inlet and 0,55 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,50 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,55 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) takes 7.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.0 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A2
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres	7.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission litres	2.0
Differential front/AT litres	1.5
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 10,7 mm (solid) front and 7,5 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front	10,7 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	7,5 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum pad/shoe thickness
Minimum pad thickness Front	7 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	7 mm

Service & electrical

Battery

The Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) uses Lodge 2HL spark plugs with a 0,55 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	Lodge
Spark plug Type	2HL
Electrode gap mm	0,55
Spark plugs Make	Autolite
Spark plug Type	63
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	W7DC
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	N3C
Electrode gap mm	0,6
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BP6ES
Electrode gap mm	0,7

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	6-8/850
Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	0-3/1000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	7-12/1800
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	25-31/5000
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	13-19
Vacuum starts mbar	134
Vacuum ends mbar	282
Idle speed rpm	800-1000
Oil temperature °C	70
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	2,0-3,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator output A/V/rpm	45/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,0-14,0

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,5-5,0

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,4
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	250-400/80

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) are tightened in 3 stages: 35-55 Nm, then 74-82 Nm, then a final 82-88 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	35-55 Nm
Tighten	74-82 Nm
Run engine	1200 miles/2000 km
Individually slacken off	360°
Tighten	82-88 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	23-25 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	46-49 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25-26 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49-52 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	100 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	21-25 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	187-195 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	20-22 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10-14 Nm
Spark plugs	30 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end	47-54 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	80 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	50 Nm
Road wheels	98 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 use?

The Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) uses Lodge 2HL spark plugs with a 0,55 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 take?

The Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) takes 7.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) are 0,50 mm inlet and 0,55 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) are tightened in 3 stages: 35-55 Nm, then 74-82 Nm, then a final 82-88 Nm.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0?

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider 2.0 (1983–1990) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 10,7 mm (solid) front and 7,5 mm rear.