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How to solve ‘Code error’ on Alfa Romeo MiTo ~ Recovering from the anti-theft passcode error on the original car audio system (Alfa Romeo MiTo) ~

12/26/2024 By ITS Leave a Comment

Initially, I was consulted about a windshield wiper malfunction. While operating the wipers at high speed during heavy rain, they stopped at the turning point (when the wiper arm was in its most upright position). I received a report that only the motor sound continued sadly while the wipers wouldn't move. Unlike Japanese cars where important safety equipment like … [Read more...] about How to solve ‘Code error’ on Alfa Romeo MiTo ~ Recovering from the anti-theft passcode error on the original car audio system (Alfa Romeo MiTo) ~

The Inherent Structural Vulnerabilities of Italian Cars (Wiper Malfunction, Alfa 147 Selespeed)

7/11/2024 By ITS Leave a Comment

Shortly after the rainy season began, I received a call from an Alfa 147 late-model owner reporting that the driver's side wiper was wobbling and behaving erratically. I advised them to bring the car in when the weather improved and proceeded to research wiper linkage issues online. Vehicle details: 2006 GH-937AB Twin Spark 2.0L Selespeed, mileage: 72,000 km It … [Read more...] about The Inherent Structural Vulnerabilities of Italian Cars (Wiper Malfunction, Alfa 147 Selespeed)

Finally Participating in an Event? Helping Prepare a Fiat Panda for a Gathering (E-141AKA Panda Selecta)

5/30/2023 By ITS Leave a Comment

I learned about a regularly held club meeting called "Pandarino" from a first-generation Panda owner. From what I heard, it's an extremely popular event with 300 participating cars, filling up soon after registration opens, making it difficult to secure a spot. The venue is in Hamamatsu City on the western side of Shizuoka Prefecture. It's about 250km away from Kyoto, … [Read more...] about Finally Participating in an Event? Helping Prepare a Fiat Panda for a Gathering (E-141AKA Panda Selecta)

Troubleshooting an Alfa Romeo Semi-Automatic Transmission Stuck in Neutral (Alfa 147 2.0TS selespeed)

4/4/2023 By ITS Leave a Comment

I'll translate the HTML content from Japanese to English while preserving the HTML structure as requested. Title: Troubleshooting an Alfa Romeo Semi-Automatic Transmission Stuck in Neutral (Alfa 147 2.0TS selespeed) The Selespeed, Alfa Romeo's famous semi-automatic mechanism, is a hydraulic robot that operates a manual transmission in place of a human. When installed in … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting an Alfa Romeo Semi-Automatic Transmission Stuck in Neutral (Alfa 147 2.0TS selespeed)

Italian Car’s Semi-Automatic Nemesis? Is Dualogic Oil Change Effective? (Fiat Panda TwinAir 0.9)

2/4/2023 By ITS Leave a Comment

I'll translate the provided HTML content from Japanese to English, maintaining the original HTML structure. Title: Italian Car's Semi-Automatic Nemesis? Is Dualogic Oil Change Effective? (Fiat Panda TwinAir 0.9) The Fiat Panda that has been consulted about previously seems to have poor performance in winter. It's equipped with the same small displacement turbo … [Read more...] about Italian Car’s Semi-Automatic Nemesis? Is Dualogic Oil Change Effective? (Fiat Panda TwinAir 0.9)

Alfa Romeo Fuel Leaks: A Dangerous Common Issue (Alfa GT 2.0JTS)

10/31/2022 By ITS Leave a Comment

"It's time for an oil change, so I'd like to request that service, but I also have another issue I'd like to consult with you about. Recently, I've noticed a slight gasoline-like smell inside the car. I suspect the common issue of a fuel pump failure." This was the message from our customer. 2011 model Alfa GT 2.0JTS selespeed, mileage: 66,000km It's troubling that … [Read more...] about Alfa Romeo Fuel Leaks: A Dangerous Common Issue (Alfa GT 2.0JTS)

Pre-event Overheating and Procurement of Discontinued Radiator Fan Motor (E-141AKA Fiat Panda)

7/31/2022 By ITS Leave a Comment

The first generation Fiat Panda, with its simple, beautiful exterior made up of straight lines and planes, and a mysteriously spacious interior that comfortably fits large adults despite its small body. It's been 11 years since I started taking care of this charming vehicle. Registered in 1998, E-141AKA 1.1L CVT, Mileage: 121,000km This is the "Selecta" grade, an … [Read more...] about Pre-event Overheating and Procurement of Discontinued Radiator Fan Motor (E-141AKA Fiat Panda)

Production of replacement for discontinued rubber hose (Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0L V6 GF-916C1, P/N 60594244)

1/31/2020 By ITS Leave a Comment

It's been five years since I started to maintain this Alfa Romeo 916 GTV. The owner said that he was longing the GTV of this model year, and he obtained a good condition pre-owned vehicle he wanted . He wants to own his car forever, but at the sane time I think he is constant worry about the failure problem, its cost and many discontinued genuine parts. When he got … [Read more...] about Production of replacement for discontinued rubber hose (Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0L V6 GF-916C1, P/N 60594244)

Repair of Power Window Regulator (Alfa Romeo 147 TS1.6 ABA-937BXB)

1/13/2020 By ITS Leave a Comment

Owner of the Alfa Romeo 147, 'When I operated the power window on the passenger seat side, the glass window stopped at an angle, so I hastily supported the glass with my hand and returned it to the original position.' If the elevator is operated forcibly, a part of the lifting device called a regulator may be damaged, and the window glass may not move at all, so it seems … [Read more...] about Repair of Power Window Regulator (Alfa Romeo 147 TS1.6 ABA-937BXB)

Installing genuine suspension to Alfa Romeo 147GTA (GH-937AXL V6 3.2L 6MT)

1/8/2020 By ITS Leave a Comment

Alfa Romeo 147GTA owner always asks an alfaromeo dealer for maintenance from a new car continuously. On the other hand, I have been only changing engine oil for several years. The engine with a large displacement of 3.2 liters is specified by the SAE 10W60, a Serenia brand named Racing, an Alfa Romeo original engine oil.I have prepared MOTUL's RB26DETT (a bold Skyline … [Read more...] about Installing genuine suspension to Alfa Romeo 147GTA (GH-937AXL V6 3.2L 6MT)

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