This article describes the regular maintenance plan including oil (engine & transmission), filters (oil, air, fuel) and spark plugs replacement.

Parts needed

1. 4 liters engine oil (recommended SELENIA 20K 10W/40 or Star 5W/40 for northern climates)
2. 2 liters manual transmission oil (TUTELA EPYX 80W/90)
3. 2 copper washers for oil drain plugs (engine and transmission)
4. Air filter element (OEM AR part No. 60570436)
5. Oil filter - be sure that it features two non-return valves (OEM AR part No. 46805828)
6. Spark plugs (recommended SPICA Golden Lodge 25HL AR part No. 60504563)
7. Fuel filter (OEM AR part No.60801638 or BOSCH part No. 0 450 905 005 )
8. Plastic container for oil draining
9. Plastic bottle to be used as funnel

Engine oil and oil filter are replaced every 5.000 km and air filter along with spark plugs every 10.000 km. It is a good practice for the engine longevity to have regular oil changes as city driving and driving habits affect the quality and lubrication characteristics of the oil. A note here regarding air filter; driving in dusty areas require the periodic cleaning of the filter with the help of compressed air.

In addition, fuel filter is replaced every 20.000 km and transmission oil every 40.000 km; these intervals are narrowed down compared to the official maintenance schedule by Alfa. It is really not worth having a clogged fuel filter which struggle the fuel pump; replacing fuel filter in the prescribed intervals plays a significant role in emissions control and fresh transmission oil will preserve as much as possible the notorious 2nd gear synchro mesh.

An important piece of advise. Do replace engine oil once a year even regardless of the predetermined number of Km or miles. Never let oil more than a year in the engine as it oxidizes and certain characteristics are not effective any more resulting in engine lubrication.