Alfa Romeo2006–2011Technical specifications

Spider 3.2 JTS: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 3.2-litre petrol (engine code 939A.000). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (939A.000) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: Spider
Years: 2006–2011
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 939A.000

Performance & efficiency

Power: 191 kW (260 hp)
Engine size: 3,195 cc
Cylinders: 6 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 11.2:1
Fuel system: Bosch

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 5.4 litres

All 110 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	6/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	3195
Compression ratio :1	11,2
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Bosch
Ignition system Type	Motronic MED7.6.2
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Bosch
Fuel system Type	Motronic MED7.6.2
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	Mass
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Bosch
Ignition coil Type	0.221.604.104
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0
Distributor (ECM) Make	(Bosch)

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

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

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) 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 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) takes 5.4 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 2.8 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-85 semi-synthetic, with classification GL-4.

Transfer box

The transfer box has a listed capacity of 0.6 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-85, with classification GL-5.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 10.0 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-H2
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SM/A3
Engine with filter(s) litres	5.4
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-85 Semi-synthetic
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4
Manual transmission litres	2.8
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	75W-85
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential rear litres	0.7
Transfer box oil grade SAE	75W-85
Transfer box oil classification	GL-5
Transfer box litres	0.6
Cooling system - total capacity litres	10.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 4
Brake fluid litres	0.5
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron III
Power steering fluid
Power steering fluid litres	1.3

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) 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 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) is not adjustable.

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	Not adjustable

Battery

The Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) uses a 12 V, 90 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (90)

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	650±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,5 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm	100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	14,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm	2500-2900
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Alternator output A/V/rpm	100/14/3000

Service checks and adjustments

Radiator cap bar	0,98
Thermostat opens °C	81-85

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Bosch
Spark plug Type	HR7MPP152
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	HR7MPP152

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) are tightened in 3 stages: 22 Nm, then 45 Nm, then a final 120°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	Yes
Tighten	22 Nm
Tighten	45 Nm
Tighten	120°
Tighten	M8=15 Nm+60°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Main bearings Stage 1	—
Main bearings
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	—
Big end bearings
Oil pump to cylinder block	23 Nm
Sump bolts	10 Nm M8=23 Nm
Sump drain bolt	20 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	30 Nm+45°
Clutch pressure plate	25±3 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	100 Nm+150°
Camshaft sprocket/gear	58 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	10 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	23 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	24 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	24 Nm
Water pump	10 Nm
Spark plugs	20 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	10 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	22 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	45±5 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	23 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	18 Nm
Oil filter	25 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	—
Front hub
Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	102±10 Nm
Rear hub	—
Rear hub
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	—
Brake caliper to carrier
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	—
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 3.2 JTS?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS take?

The Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) takes 5.4 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 3.2 JTS?

Valve clearances on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) are tightened in 3 stages: 22 Nm, then 45 Nm, then a final 120°.

What is the ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS?

The ignition timing on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) is not adjustable.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS?

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo Spider 3.2 JTS (2006–2011) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 20 mm rear.