hood oil

[spider916]

hi just purchased a 99 spider, but need to top up the hood oil
what type of oil should be used

[Cool Jesus]

depends on the type of hood that you have. Is it a macquarie park or mt druitt hood?

[spider916]

hi
not sure which hood but its a 916 spider if that any help
sorry  but only a newbe owner

[Cool Jesus]

No Spidie, no need for apologise. Just playing around with ya. I'm assuming you're looking for engine oil???

There's never a stupid question, but plenty of smart arse replies (guilty ). The troops on this forum are very knowledgable, super friendly and willing to help, welcome aboard.

Here's a generic list for Alfa Lubrication. However, I'm sure some one with a tipo916 will confirm with you, otherwise get it from thehorses mouth, give Alfa dealer or local mech a call for recommendations. Whatever it is don't go cheap...

Engine Oil Capacities:
- 1.6/2.0 litre engine 4.5 Litres 10w40 (eg Selenia Oil).
- V6 3.2 litre engine, 5.5 Litres 10w40 or 10w60 (eg Selenia Oil).
1 litre of oil between min and max. (I think?)
Gearbox Oil Capacity: 2.0 Litres, 75w 90.
Power Steering: ATF Dextron II
Hydraulic fluid for Selespeed: Selespeed Oil
Fuel grade: 95 RON
Brake fluid: DOT 4

[spider916]

thanks for that

hydraulic oil for the roof motor
cheers

[Cool Jesus]

Well there you go, had no idea it ran off hydraulics...(I'm fairly new to Alfas to)

[Cool Jesus]

Found this for you Spidie, may be of use.

http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/alfa-159-brera-and-946-spider/267535-checking-topping-up-roof-hydraulic-fluid-on-946-spider.html

[John Hanslow]

Something here too.

http://www.alfaworkshop.co.uk/alfa_romeo_spider.shtml

Ring the Italian Job in Clayton Victoria if need be as they are specialise in Spiders.  Refer sponsors link on home page.

More importantly, find a convenient Alfa Specialist workshop who will look after your car and you pocket - they are reasonably priced and the knowledgeable and correct mechanical servicing on your car can not be overrated.