Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1742 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,5 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Bosch |
| Ignition system Type | Motronic MED 17.3.1 |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Bosch |
| Fuel system Type | Motronic MED 17.3.1 |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | Hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | Hydraulic |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) takes 4.3-5.1 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 1.8 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-85 synthetic, with classification GL-4.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.6 litres.
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-40 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification OEM | Fiat 9.55535-GH2 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/C3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 4.3-5.1 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-85 Synthetic |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-4 |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.8 |
| Coolant Type | ParaFlu up |
| Coolant Colour | Red |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 6.6 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Tutela GI/R |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 20 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 26 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 20 mm |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
The ignition timing on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) is not adjustable.
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | Not adjustable |
|---|
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
|---|---|
| Idle speed rpm | 750±50 Not adjustable |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | Not adjustable |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 1,0/750 |
|---|---|
| Radiator cap bar | 0,98 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | ILKAR7D6G |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | ILKAR7D6G |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) are tightened in 5 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Sump drain bolt | 20±2 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 50 Nm+50° |
| Clutch pressure plate | 26±2 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 220±10 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts | 30±3 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 60±1 Nm+25°±2° |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 15±2 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 26±2 Nm |
| Oil filter | 25 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| Front hub | |
| Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 102±10 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 70±7 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 50±5 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 100±10 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 8 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 160±8 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 8 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 34±4 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 57±3 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 9±2 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 9±2 Nm |
| Road wheels | 120±12 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 | 460 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | ZXL 100 PG |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 130 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi?
The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi take?
The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) takes 4.3-5.1 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 Spider 1.75 TBi?
Valve clearances on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi?
The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) are tightened in 5 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi?
The ignition timing on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) is not adjustable.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi?
Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.75 TBi (2009–2011) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 20 mm rear.