🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Alfa Romeo Model: 156 Generation Generation Code: 932 Codes Chassis Code: 932 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Alfa Romeo 156 owners with basic mechanical aptitude and independent automotive service professionals. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides dealership-level repair and diagnostic information to independent workshops and knowledgeable owners, offering significant cost savings compared to authorized dealer servicing. Key Features Accessibility: Instant download format, accessible on PCs, Macs, and various devices with PDF reader capabilities. User Benefit: Empowers owners to better understand their vehicle, communicate effectively with technicians, and diagnose common faults. Manual Value Diagnostic Capabilities: Offers diagnostic flowcharts and procedures for common and complex issues, enabling users to accurately identify the root cause of problems. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine Variants Covered: 1.6 L Twin Spark, 1.8 L Twin Spark, 2.0 L Twin Spark (incl. JTS variations where applicable within the year range), 2.5 L V6 24V, 1.9 L JTD turbodiesel, 2.4 L JTD turbodiesel Production Years Covered: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 Body Styles Covered: Saloon (Berlina) and Sportwagon (Wagon/Estate) variants. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Detailed and comprehensive, likely exceeding 1000 pages when printed. Manual Type Manual Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: Russian Format File Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Mechanical Systems: Engine service and overhauling, fuel system, induction system, mechanical components, transmission and differentials, steering and suspension, brakes, ABS. Electrical And Control Systems: Wiring diagrams, control system (ECU, sensors), emission control systems. Body And Chassis: Chassis components, bodywork, general information. Comfort And Convenience: Includes details on HVAC systems, interior controls, power accessories (windows, mirrors, seats), and lighting. Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections, component testing. Diagnostic And Repair Procedures: Troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, component removal and installation, major repairs, engine rebuilding, transmission overhaul, brake system repair, suspension repair. Technical Data And Specifications: Full specifications and torque settings for all major components. Electrical Component Testing: Specific tests and expected readings for sensors, actuators, and control modules. Bodywork Repair: Includes procedures for minor body repairs, panel replacement, and alignment. Technical Depth Depth Of Coverage: Comprehensive, suitable for basic owner understanding to professional independent mechanic diagnostics and repairs. Includes detailed schematics, diagnostic procedures, and repair instructions. Wiring Diagram Detail: Detailed wiring diagrams are provided, showing specific terminal pin connections and expected voltage/resistance readings for troubleshooting. Torque Specifications: Extensive list of torque specifications for critical fasteners across all major mechanical and chassis systems. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Print Quality Printability: Printable on demand, allowing users to print specific pages to avoid damage from workshop conditions. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Format) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital Format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Lineup: 1.6 L Twin Spark, 1.8 L Twin Spark, 2.0 L Twin Spark (including JTS), 2.5 L V6 24V, 1.9 L JTD turbodiesel, 2.4 L JTD turbodiesel. Performance Typical Power Output Petrol: Ranges from approximately 120 PS (1.6 TS) to 190 PS (2.5 V6). Typical Power Output Diesel: Ranges from approximately 115 PS (1.9 JTD) to 136 PS (2.4 JTD). Fuel System Fuel Delivery Petrol: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with multi-point injection. Some later 2.0 models may feature direct injection (JTS). Fuel Delivery Diesel: Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) for JTD engines. Technical Details Valve Train Petrol: Twin Spark engines feature twin spark plugs per cylinder for improved combustion efficiency and emissions. Variable Valve Timing (VVT) is common on later 2.0 Twin Spark engines. Turbocharger Diesel: Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) is standard on JTD engines for optimized performance across the rev range. Engine Codes Common Engine Codes Petrol: AR32102 (1.6 TS), AR32201 (1.8 TS), AR32301 (2.0 TS), AR32401 (2.5 V6) Common Engine Codes Diesel: 192B1.000 (1.9 JTD), 841C.000 (2.4 JTD) 🔧 Transmission Standard Manual Transmission: Available with 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmissions (e.g., Type C, Type D). Optional Automatic Transmission: Optional Q-System automatic transmission (5-speed) available on select models, particularly with V6 and 2.0 Twin Spark engines. Features Selespeed: Selespeed semi-automatic transmission (automated manual) was also an option, offering F1-style paddle shifters. Fluid Specifications Manual Transmission Fluid: Typically API GL-4 or GL-5, with specific viscosity grades (e.g., 75W-90). Refer to manual for exact specifications. Automatic Transmission Fluid: Specific ATF fluid is required for Q-System. Refer to manual for exact part numbers and specifications. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: Saloon (4-door) and Sportwagon (estate/wagon). Weights Curb Weight Range: Approximately 1300 kg to 1500 kg, depending on engine and specification. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euro Ncap Rating: Achieved a 4-star Euro NCAP safety rating (for original Saloon model, subsequent updates may vary). Active Features Braking System: Four-wheel disc brakes with ventilated fronts. ABS with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) is standard on most models. Traction control (ASR) is also available. Passive Features Airbags: Multiple airbags (front, side) are standard or optional...
Alfa Romeo 156 owners with basic mechanical aptitude and independent automotive service professionals.
Competitive Analysis
Value Proposition:
Provides dealership-level repair and diagnostic information to independent workshops and knowledgeable owners, offering significant cost savings compared to authorized dealer servicing.
Key Features
Accessibility:
Instant download format, accessible on PCs, Macs, and various devices with PDF reader capabilities.
User Benefit:
Empowers owners to better understand their vehicle, communicate effectively with technicians, and diagnose common faults.
Manual Value
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Offers diagnostic flowcharts and procedures for common and complex issues, enabling users to accurately identify the root cause of problems.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Engine Variants Covered:
1.6 L Twin Spark, 1.8 L Twin Spark, 2.0 L Twin Spark (incl. JTS variations where applicable within the year range), 2.5 L V6 24V, 1.9 L JTD turbodiesel, 2.4 L JTD turbodiesel
Production Years Covered:
1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Body Styles Covered:
Saloon (Berlina) and Sportwagon (Wagon/Estate) variants.
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Detailed and comprehensive, likely exceeding 1000 pages when printed.
Manual Type
Manual Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Language
Language:
Russian
Format
File Format:
PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Mechanical Systems:
Engine service and overhauling, fuel system, induction system, mechanical components, transmission and differentials, steering and suspension, brakes, ABS.
Electrical And Control Systems:
Wiring diagrams, control system (ECU, sensors), emission control systems.
Body And Chassis:
Chassis components, bodywork, general information.
Comfort And Convenience:
Includes details on HVAC systems, interior controls, power accessories (windows, mirrors, seats), and lighting.
Troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, component removal and installation, major repairs, engine rebuilding, transmission overhaul, brake system repair, suspension repair.
Technical Data And Specifications:
Full specifications and torque settings for all major components.
Electrical Component Testing:
Specific tests and expected readings for sensors, actuators, and control modules.
Bodywork Repair:
Includes procedures for minor body repairs, panel replacement, and alignment.
Technical Depth
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive, suitable for basic owner understanding to professional independent mechanic diagnostics and repairs. Includes detailed schematics, diagnostic procedures, and repair instructions.
Wiring Diagram Detail:
Detailed wiring diagrams are provided, showing specific terminal pin connections and expected voltage/resistance readings for troubleshooting.
Torque Specifications:
Extensive list of torque specifications for critical fasteners across all major mechanical and chassis systems.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable on demand, allowing users to print specific pages to avoid damage from workshop conditions.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Format)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital Format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Lineup:
1.6 L Twin Spark, 1.8 L Twin Spark, 2.0 L Twin Spark (including JTS), 2.5 L V6 24V, 1.9 L JTD turbodiesel, 2.4 L JTD turbodiesel.
Performance
Typical Power Output Petrol:
Ranges from approximately 120 PS (1.6 TS) to 190 PS (2.5 V6).
Typical Power Output Diesel:
Ranges from approximately 115 PS (1.9 JTD) to 136 PS (2.4 JTD).
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery Petrol:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with multi-point injection. Some later 2.0 models may feature direct injection (JTS).
Fuel Delivery Diesel:
Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) for JTD engines.
Technical Details
Valve Train Petrol:
Twin Spark engines feature twin spark plugs per cylinder for improved combustion efficiency and emissions. Variable Valve Timing (VVT) is common on later 2.0 Twin Spark engines.
Turbocharger Diesel:
Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) is standard on JTD engines for optimized performance across the rev range.
Available with 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmissions (e.g., Type C, Type D).
Optional
Automatic Transmission:
Optional Q-System automatic transmission (5-speed) available on select models, particularly with V6 and 2.0 Twin Spark engines.
Features
Selespeed:
Selespeed semi-automatic transmission (automated manual) was also an option, offering F1-style paddle shifters.
Fluid Specifications
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Typically API GL-4 or GL-5, with specific viscosity grades (e.g., 75W-90). Refer to manual for exact specifications.
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Specific ATF fluid is required for Q-System. Refer to manual for exact part numbers and specifications.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
Saloon (4-door) and Sportwagon (estate/wagon).
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 1300 kg to 1500 kg, depending on engine and specification.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Euro Ncap Rating:
Achieved a 4-star Euro NCAP safety rating (for original Saloon model, subsequent updates may vary).
Active Features
Braking System:
Four-wheel disc brakes with ventilated fronts. ABS with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) is standard on most models. Traction control (ASR) is also available.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Multiple airbags (front, side) are standard or optional depending on trim level and year.
Chassis Design:
Advanced multi-link front suspension and multi-link rear suspension for balanced handling and ride comfort, contributing to stability.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory fitted Clarion or Blaupunkt audio systems with CD player, radio, and sometimes navigation. Bose sound systems were an option on higher trims.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Available on many models, controlled via steering wheel buttons or a separate stalk.
Connectivity
Phone Integration:
Some models featured integrated Bluetooth hands-free phone systems.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000-15,000 km or 12 months, depending on engine type and driving conditions. Refer to manual for specific recommendations.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Critical for Twin Spark and V6 engines. Typically every 70,000-100,000 km or 5 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage. JTD engines use a timing chain or belt, with longer service intervals.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Specifications:
Various grades depending on engine and climate. Common recommendations include Selenia AS/LS (for diesel) or Selenia Star (for petrol) in viscosities like 5W-40 or 10W-40. Consult the manual for precise specifications.
Coolant Specifications:
Ethylene glycol based coolant with anti-corrosion additives. Usually a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Specific Alfa Romeo or Paraflu coolant recommended.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Suspension components (bushings, ball joints, drop links), ignition coils (Twin Spark), lambda sensors, mass airflow sensors, power steering hoses, clutch slave cylinder.
Diesel Specific Issues:
Turbocharger issues, EGR valve clogging, swirl flap problems (on some variants), injector issues. The manual provides diagnostic procedures for these.
Fluid Capacities
Engine Oil Capacity:
Typically around 4.5 - 5.5 liters depending on engine variant. Refer to manual for precise figures.
Coolant Capacity:
Approximately 7.5 - 8.5 liters. Refer to manual for precise figures.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Alfa Romeo Legacy:
Alfa Romeo has a long-standing reputation for producing sporty, stylish, and driver-focused vehicles with a passion for performance and design.
Model Evolution
156 Introduction:
Launched in 1997 as a replacement for the Alfa Romeo 155, the 156 was a critical success, praised for its distinctive styling and engaging driving dynamics. It introduced the legendary Alfa Romeo design language penned by Walter de Silva.
Facelift:
Received a significant facelift in 2002 (Series 2), introducing revised styling, updated interior, and the introduction of the JTS direct-injection petrol engines.
Production
Production Period:
Produced from 1997 to 2005 (with this manual covering up to 2003 models).
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
European Car Of The Year:
Winner of the prestigious 'European Car of the Year' award in 1998.
Design Awards:
Widely acclaimed for its groundbreaking and elegant design, which influenced subsequent automotive styling.