Alfa Romeo1979–1983Technical specifications

6 2.5: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.5-litre petrol (engine code 019.13). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (019.13) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: 6
Years: 1979–1983
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 019.13

Performance & efficiency

Power: 116 kW (158 hp)
Engine size: 2,492 cc
Cylinders: 6 · OHC
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: Dellorto

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 6.0 litres

All 87 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	6/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2492 (2464)
Compression ratio :1	9,0
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	98/95
Ignition system Make	Bosch
Ignition system Type	TSZ-i
Ignition system Description	Trans-i
Fuel system Make	Dellorto
Fuel system Type	FBPA 40
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Bosch
Ignition coil Type	0 221 122 015
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	1,0-1,4
Distributor (ECM) Make	Bosch
Distributor (ECM) No.	0 237 303 001

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Firing order	1-4-2-5-3-6

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) are 0,50 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,50 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,25 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) takes 6.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.6 litres. The specified oil is SAE 85W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 13.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SE
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-50
Engine with filter(s) litres	6.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	85W-90
Manual transmission litres	1.6
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	6.5
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W
Differential rear litres	1.3
Cooling system - total capacity litres	13.0

Service & electrical

Battery

The Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) uses a 12 V, 66 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/110 (66)

Spark plugs

The Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) uses Lodge 2HL-E spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	Lodge
Spark plug Type	2HL-E
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Autolite
Spark plug Type	62
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	RN11YCC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	B7ES
Electrode gap mm	0,6

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	7-10/925
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm	95=4-7/925
Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	31-34/5000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	18-24/2700
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	24-30/4000
Idle speed rpm	850-1000
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm	1400-1600
Oil temperature °C	70
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	3,5 Max
HC level at idle speed ppm	350
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Bosch
Starter motor Type	0 001 311 126
Minimum starting voltage V	10,0
Maximum cranking amps A	172-218
Alternator Make	Bosch
Alternator Type	0 120 489 906
Alternator output A/V/rpm	65/14/2000
Voltage regulator Type	0 192 052 013
Regulated voltage V	13,7-14,5

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	4-6/5500
Thermostat opens °C	81-85
Drive belt size - alternator mm	9,5x925
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm	9,5x875

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,4

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) are tightened in 2 stages: 78 Nm, then a final 88 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten	78 Nm
Tighten	Run engine 1000 km
Tighten	88 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Stage 1	38-39 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	76-78 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1	23-25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	46-51 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	113 Nm
Spark plugs	25-34 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels	90-110 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 use?

The Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) uses Lodge 2HL-E spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 take?

The Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) takes 6.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE. A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) are 0,50 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) are tightened in 2 stages: 78 Nm, then a final 88 Nm.

What battery does the Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 use?

The Alfa Romeo 6 2.5 (1979–1983) uses a 12 V, 66 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).