🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Alfa Romeo Model: Alfetta Year: 1984 Codes Chassis Code: 116 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Alfa Romeo Alfetta 1984 owners and enthusiasts seeking to perform maintenance and repairs. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides professional technician-level information, enabling significant savings on labor costs compared to professional servicing. Key Features Information Source: Contains the same information as used by professional technicians and mechanics. Search Functionality: Searchable PDF for quick information retrieval. Navigation: Numbered table of contents for easy access. Instruction Format: Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings. Illustration Detail: Detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets for part identification. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Full Service and Repair Manual Language: English Format: PDF Download Printability: Fully Printable Page Count Estimated Page Count: Hundreds of pages (specific number not stated but implied to be comprehensive) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Service Repair: Yes Transmission Service Repair: Yes Brake System: Yes Wiring Diagram: Yes Electrical System: Yes Suspension: Yes Periodic Lubrication: Yes Steering: Yes Cooling System: Yes Fuel Injection Fuel System: Yes Emission System: Yes Heater Air Conditioning: Yes Engine Control System: Yes Chassis Body: Yes Restraint System: Yes Interior: Yes Differential Drive: Yes Axle: Yes Procedures Included General Maintenance: Yes Troubleshooting: Yes (Advanced troubleshooting guide included) Repair Procedures: Yes (Step-by-step, detailed) Rebuild Refurbish Restore: Yes Technical Depth Diagnostics: Comprehensive (Includes advanced troubleshooting) Repair Detail: Great detail, covering all aspects of repair Illustrations Diagrams: Includes all necessary illustrations, drawings, and photos Technical Specifications: Yes 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Digital Format: PDF Software Requirement: Adobe PDF Reader Compatibility: Windows and Mac Print Quality Resolution: High Resolution Printing Method: Print any page or chapter, or the entire manual Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital download, user prints and binds) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital download, user selects paper type) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Variants Covered: Manual implies coverage for all styles, likely including 1.6L, 1.8L, and 2.0L Nord engines, and potentially the 2.5L V6 (though less common in 1984 Alfetta). Performance Power Output Range: Typically 95-120 hp for 4-cylinder, 140-150 hp for V6 (actual specifications depend on specific engine variant covered). Torque Output Range: Varies by engine displacement, e.g., around 100-120 lb-ft for 2.0L. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Carburetor (e.g., Weber or Solex) for some variants, Bosch L-Jetronic or similar fuel injection for later models and higher trims. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Manual transmission (5-speed transaxle, rear-wheel drive). Optional Automatic Transmission: Optional on some models/markets, likely a 3-speed automatic. Features Transaxle Design: Rear-mounted transaxle for optimal weight distribution (engine front, gearbox/differential rear). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: Sedan (4-door) and Coupe (2-door). Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 1,200 - 1,400 kg (2,645 - 3,086 lbs) depending on engine and specification. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Information: Limited modern crash test data available for this era of vehicle. Manual may cover safety system checks but not official ratings. Active Features Braking System Type: Disc brakes front and rear (often with ventilated fronts), sometimes with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) on later or higher-spec models. Passive Features Seatbelts: Standard front seatbelts, likely lap belts in the rear depending on market. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Likely a basic AM/FM radio with cassette player as an option. Manual will cover electrical aspects of the system. Driver Assistance ABS Availability: ABS may have been optional or standard on certain late-model variants, manual will cover its diagnostics if present. Connectivity Connectivity Features: N/A (No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB). 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 5,000 - 10,000 km (3,000 - 6,000 miles) or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type. Manual will specify. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Likely SAE 10W-40 or 10W-50 API SF/SG rated oil. Manual will provide exact specifications. Coolant Type: Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixed with distilled water (50/50). Manual will specify correct type and capacity. Transmission Fluid Type: Manual transmission fluid (e.g., GL-4 75W-90 or 80W-90). Automatic transmission fluid (Dexron type) if equipped. Manual will specify. Brake Fluid Type: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. Manual will specify. Known Issues Common Alfetta Issues: Rust (especially sills, wheel arches, floor pans), carburation tuning, ignition system reliability, water pump leaks, wear on suspension bushings, electrical gremlins. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Alfa Romeo Legacy: Alfa Romeo has a long history of producing sporting sedans and coupes with a focus on driving dynamics and distinctive styling. Model Evolution Alfetta Development: The Alfetta (116 series) was a significant model for Alfa Romeo, featuring a transaxle layout for improved handling and a range of Alfa's characteristic twin-cam engines. Production Production Period: 1972-1987 (This manual specifically covers the 1984 model year). 🏆 Awards & Recognition Recognitions Historical Acclaim: The Alfetta was generally praised for its handling, sharp styling,...