The handsome Alfa Romeo 159 is next up on our ramp for further investigation. The 159 was Alfa’s replacement for the adored 156 and another attempt to crack the German dominated compact executive car market
It is notoriously difficult to identify the correct parts for this vehicle. To help with identifying them the vehicle’s version and motor number are required and these can be found on the chassis (VIN) plate. […]
Steering and Suspension The steering rack on the Alfa Romeo 159 is known for failing. If you can hear a knocking noise coming from the steering rack as you turn the wheel, and/or the steering is […]
Gearbox issues Fault symptoms: Poor switching properties at heat or cold. Reference number(s): 21 02.99 Causes: Transmission oil of inferior quality. Remedy: Replace existing transmission oil through Tutela ZC 75 Synth. Procedure: The old transmission […]
Primary (timing) Drive System The diesel engines used extensively across the 159 range are fitted with a Dayco High Tenacity (HT), or ‘white’, timing belt as its original equipment (OE) fitment. These units also feature […]
Steering & Suspension All models in the Alfa Romeo 159 range can be particularly prone to wear of their front upper suspension arms, the symptoms of which include a knocking or rattling noise from the […]
The Alfa Romeo 159 can experience ABS problems, generating the trouble code C1275, which is the result of an ABS/ESP control module software fault. Technicians should consider this when diagnosing suspected ABS sensor faults. The […]
Fault code C1131 ABS Pressure sensor fault, replacement ABS modulator over £1000 fitted – Pressure bleed the ABS first this may fix the fault. Premature wear (6000 miles) on front tyres – caused by excessive […]
Sven Nielsen, Technical Director from MEYLE, says the following difficulties may arise with the Alfa Romeo 159: Worn out control arms Problem: In this model, the bushings as well as the ball joints can fail […]
Feedback from Autoelectro’s technical team, regarding issues on the Alfa 159 (Petrol and Diesel models) The Starter Motor on diesel applications is prone to failing prematurely due to fluid/oil ingress, and on petrol models a […]
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