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Alternator Regulator

All models have alternators with internal regulators. With headlights on and heater fan on high speed, operating voltage should be 12.5-14.5 volts at 2500 RPM.

CAPACITIES

Application Quantity
Crankcase (Includes Filter)
  Brava, Spider & X1/9 4.3 qts.
  Strada 4.6 qts.
Cooling System
  Brava 8.5 qts.
  Spider 8.0 qts.
  Strada 7.5 qts.
  X1/9 12.2 qts.
Man. Trans. (SAE 90)
  All Models 3.5 pts.
Auto. Trans. (Dexron)
  Brava, Spider & Strada 6.0 pts.
Rear Axle (SAE 90)
  Brava & Spider 1 -4 qts.
Transaxle (SAE 90)
  X1/9 3.2 qts.
  Strada 3.5 qts.
Fuel Tank
  Brava & Strada 12.1 gals.
  Spider 11.4 gals.
  X1/9 12-2 gals.
BELT ADJUSTMENT

Application (1) Deflection
All Drive Belts .4-.6" (10-15 mm)
(1) Deflection is with 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on longest belt run.
FILTERS

Filter Service Interval (Miles)
Oil Filter Replace every 7, 500
Air Cleaner Replace every 15, 000
Fuel Filter Replace every 15, 000