Is Your Fiat or Alfa Romeo Losing Oil Around the Oil Cooler? One of the most common oil leaks on Fiat and Alfa Romeo 1.4 Turbo engines is caused by the 55215005 oil cooler gasket. Many owners replace the entire oil cooler, even though the actual problem is often nothing more than a worn sealing […]
What Is the Alfa Romeo Selespeed System? The Alfa Romeo Selespeed transmission is an electro-hydraulic manual gearbox that combines the efficiency of a manual transmission with the convenience of automatic gear changes. The system relies on hydraulic pressure generated by an electric pump and stored in an accumulator to operate the clutch and gear selector. […]
Timing belt failure is one of the most serious engine problems that can affect an Alfa Romeo Twin Spark engine. A broken or incorrectly installed timing belt can cause severe internal engine damage, resulting in expensive repairs. Understanding the warning signs and following the correct maintenance schedule can help prevent catastrophic failure. At CNM Auto […]
The Fiat 1.4 T-Jet turbocharged petrol engine has earned a strong reputation for its balance of performance, efficiency, and durability. It is widely used across Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Abarth, and Opel models. One common maintenance issue on higher-mileage engines is oil leakage around the engine oil cooler housing. In most cases, the problem is […]
Choosing the right head gasket is one of the most important decisions during an engine rebuild or repair. The head gasket must withstand extreme combustion pressure, high operating temperatures and continuous thermal expansion while maintaining a perfect seal between the engine block and cylinder head. Today, two main types of head gaskets are commonly used […]
Metal gaskets are designed to provide a reliable seal between engine components operating under extreme pressure and temperature. They are commonly used in cylinder heads, exhaust manifolds, intake manifolds, oil coolers, timing covers and turbocharger assemblies because of their excellent durability and heat resistance. Despite their strength, metal gaskets are not indestructible. Premature gasket failure […]
The Alfa Romeo 1.9, 2.0, and 2.4 JTDm diesel engines are famous for delivering an excellent balance of torque, fuel economy, and reliability. However, as the mileage creeps up, many owners start to experience a frustrating set of symptoms: a noticeable lack of power under acceleration, a hesitation or “lag” when pressing the throttle, and […]
If your Alfa Romeo (especially those with Twin Spark, JTS, or even modern MultiAir engines) has started to stutter, idle roughly, or lose power under acceleration, you are likely experiencing an engine misfire. Often, this is accompanied by a flashing Check Engine light and a P0300-series OBD2 error code. When this happens, the first reaction […]
You are enjoying a drive in your Alfa Romeo 159, Brera, or Spider (particularly the 1.9 JTS and 2.2 JTS engines), when suddenly you stop at a traffic light and notice a strong, pungent smell of burning oil coming through the air conditioning vents. In severe cases, you might even see a faint wisp of […]
If you drive an Alfa Romeo 156, 147, GT, or 159 equipped with the Selespeed transmission, you know how brilliant the system is when it works perfectly. But you also know the absolute dread of hearing that warning beep, seeing the red gearbox light flash on your dashboard, or suddenly finding yourself stuck in neutral […]