2008 Alfa Romeo Spider fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreEngine tightening torques

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_more2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)


First stage	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°

expand_more3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_more3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAlfa Romeo gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 939 A5.000 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM


First stage	35.4–42.78 lbf⋅ft35.4–42.78 lbf⋅ft48–58 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	25°25°25°


Alfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 197 HP at 4000 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	106.21–129.81 lbf⋅ft106.21–129.81 lbf⋅ft144–176 N⋅m
Replace screws. Use screw-locking compound.
Alfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 207 HP	106.21–129.81 lbf⋅ft106.21–129.81 lbf⋅ft144–176 N⋅m
Replace screws. Use screw-locking compound.
All other modifications	106.21–129.81 lbf⋅ft106.21–129.81 lbf⋅ft144–176 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreM12


First stage	20.65–22.86 lbf⋅ft20.65–22.86 lbf⋅ft28–31 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	5.16–6.64 lbf⋅ft5.16–6.64 lbf⋅ft7–9 N⋅m
3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAlfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 197 HP at 4000 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreAlfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 207 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreTiming case cover


2.2 JTS with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 182 HP, 230 N⋅m at 6500 RPM engine (2006.3–2010.6)	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
3.2 JTS with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2008.3–2010.6)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


M8	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m


Toothed belt tightener	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


Alfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 197 HP at 4000 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m
Alfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 207 HP	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAlfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 197 HP at 4000 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM


M10	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


First stage	46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft63–77 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAlfa Romeo diesel straight-5 2.4 L 939 A3.000 207 HP


M10	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


First stage	46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft63–77 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreM12


Nuts	50.15–61.22 lbf⋅ft50.15–61.22 lbf⋅ft68–83 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreScrews


First stage	46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft46.47–56.79 lbf⋅ft63–77 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_morePower transmission tightening torques

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_more2.4 JTDM with diesel straight-5 2.4 L 197 HP at 4000 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.4–2010.6)

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreWith manual transmission


F40 gearbox	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_more2.4 JTDM with diesel straight-5 2.4 L 207 HP engine (2008.3–2010.6)

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreWith manual transmission


F40 gearbox	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_more3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreWith manual transmission


F40 gearbox	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreAll other modifications


F40 gearbox	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_more2.4 JTDM with diesel straight-5 2.4 L 197 HP at 4000 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.4–2010.6)

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_moreWith manual transmission


F40 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_more2.4 JTDM with diesel straight-5 2.4 L 207 HP engine (2008.3–2010.6)

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_moreWith manual transmission


F40 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_more3.2 JTS Q4 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 256 HP, 322 N⋅m engine (2006.3–2010.6)

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_moreWith manual transmission


F40 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


F40 gearbox	17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft17.7–26.55 lbf⋅ft24–36 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


AT6 gearbox	4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft6–8 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension front tightening torques

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	8.11–12.54 lbf⋅ft8.11–12.54 lbf⋅ft11–17 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	22.86–28.03 lbf⋅ft22.86–28.03 lbf⋅ft31–38 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	140.14–199.14 lbf⋅ft140.14–199.14 lbf⋅ft190–270 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft6–8 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Track rod end on stub axle	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	99.57–121.7 lbf⋅ft99.57–121.7 lbf⋅ft135–165 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.
Second stage	90° detach
Third stage	49.42–54.58 lbf⋅ft49.42–54.58 lbf⋅ft67–74 N⋅m
Fourth stage	45°45°45°
Fifth stage	147.51–280.27 lbf⋅ft147.51–280.27 lbf⋅ft200–380 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


Wheel bearing unit	67.86–82.61 lbf⋅ft67.86–82.61 lbf⋅ft92–112 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft108–132 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension rear tightening torques

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle bleeder valve	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper	22.86–28.03 lbf⋅ft22.86–28.03 lbf⋅ft31–38 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	39.83–44.25 lbf⋅ft39.83–44.25 lbf⋅ft54–60 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc	4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft4.43–5.9 lbf⋅ft6–8 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor	5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft108–132 N⋅m

When assembling your 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider it's important to tight threaded fasteners with Alfa Romeo prescribed torques using a torque wrench. If the torque values is lower then prescribed, bolt may unscrew itself and assembly may fall apart. If the torque value is higher then prescribed, bolt may simply break. The torque wrench allows you to tighten all bolts of the assembly with the same torque applied.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Alfa Romeo warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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