🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Alfa Romeo

Model:

Milano

Model Variant:

Nuova Milano / 75

Production Years Covered:

1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989

Chassis Code:

Type 119 (for Milano)

Platform:

Alfa Romeo Type 119

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Alfa Romeo Milano owners, DIY mechanics, enthusiasts

Manual Authenticity:

Actual Genuine Repair Service Factory Manuals (NOT 3rd party)

Value Proposition:

Save on labor costs ($50-$60 per hour), empowers owners to perform servicing

Information Access:

Easy to use, print needed pages or entire manual, no advanced computer skills required

Content Quality:

High resolution, indispensable information

📋 Manual Details

Manual Coverage Scope:

Complete factory service and repair

Estimated Page Count:

Hundreds of pages (exact count not specified, but described as comprehensive)

Manual Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

File Format:

PDF (Downloadable)

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service Repair:

Yes

Transmission Service Repair:

Yes

Brake System:

Yes

Wiring Diagram:

Yes

Electrical System:

Yes

Suspension:

Yes

Periodic Lubrication:

Yes

Steering:

Yes

Cooling System:

Yes

Fuel Injection Fuel System:

Yes

Emission System:

Yes

Heater Air Conditional:

Yes

Engine Control System:

Yes

Chassis Body:

Yes

Restraint System:

Yes

Interior:

Yes

Differential Drive:

Yes

Axle:

Yes

General Maintenance:

Yes

Troubleshooting:

Yes (Advanced troubleshooting guide included)

Repair Procedures:

Yes (Step-by-step, detailed)

Rebuilding Refurbishing Restoration:

Yes (Covers all aspects of repair)

Diagnostics:

Yes (All diagnostic procedures covered in detail)

Depth Of Information:

Factory trained technician level

Instructional Format:

Detailed substeps, numbered instructions, notes, cautions, warnings

Visual Aids:

Illustrations, diagrams, photos, enlarged insets

Electrical Diagnostics:

Combined with detailed wiring diagrams

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format Type:

PDF

Printability:

Printable without any restriction (individual pages or entire manual)

Searchability:

Searchable PDF

Binding Type:

Digital Download (Printable PDF)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital)

Software Requirements:

Adobe PDF Reader

System Compatibility:

Windows and Mac OS

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Family:

Alfa Romeo Twin Cam (Alfetta platform derivatives)

Engine Options:

Likely includes 1.8L, 2.0L, and potentially 3.0L V6 (Busso) for Quadrifoglio Verde variants, depending on exact market and year coverage.

Power Output:

Varies by engine (e.g., 2.0L Twin Cam ~130-148 hp, 3.0L V6 ~190-210 hp for QV)

Torque Output:

Varies by engine

Fuel Delivery:

Bosch L-Jetronic or Motronic fuel injection (depending on engine and market)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Gasoline

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type Standard:

5-speed manual transaxle

Transmission Type Optional:

Possibly a 4-speed automatic (ZF, for some markets/engine variants)

Transaxle Layout:

Rear-wheel drive with transaxle (gearbox and differential integrated at rear)

📐 Dimensions

Body Styles:

4-door sedan, 2-door coupe (often referred to as the Alfetta GT/GTV derivatives or the Milano itself)

Wheelbase:

Approximately 2510 mm (98.8 in)

Length:

Approximately 4200-4300 mm (165.4-169.3 in), depending on body style

Curb Weight:

Varies by engine and equipment, typically around 1200-1400 kg (2645-3086 lbs)

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Safety:

Likely designed to mid-1980s standards; specific official ratings for this era are scarce by modern metrics.

Braking System:

Disc brakes front and rear, potentially with ventilated front discs; brake force regulator.

Restraint System:

Seat belts (likely inertia reel type); potential for driver airbag in later or specific market models (less common for this era).

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory fitted AM/FM radio with cassette player, possibly with upgraded speaker systems.

Climate Control:

Manual or optional climate control with air conditioning.

ABS:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may have been optional or standard on higher trims (e.g., Quadrifoglio Verde).

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically every 5,000-7,500 miles or 6-12 months (refer to manual for exact specification)

Timing Belt Replacement:

Critical for Twin Cam engines. Interval typically 30,000-50,000 miles or 3-5 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage.

Engine Oil Type:

API SG or SH, SAE 10W-40 or 15W-50 depending on climate (check manual for precise specification)

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4.

Transmission Fluid Type:

GL-4 gear oil for manual gearbox; ATF Dexron III for automatic transmission (check manual)

Common Problems:

Rust (especially wheel arches, sills, subframes), aging rubber components (hoses, mounts), electrical gremlins, camshaft wear on early Twin Cams, potential for timing belt failure if not maintained.

Fuel System Issues:

Clogged fuel injectors, weak fuel pumps, aging fuel lines.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Legacy:

Alfa Romeo known for sporting sedans and coupes, distinct Italian design, and engaging driving dynamics.

Predecessor:

Based on the Alfa Romeo Alfetta platform, evolving from models like the Alfetta Berlina and Alfetta GTV/GT.

Design Philosophy:

Combined sporting performance with practicality; the Milano (75) emphasized a rear-wheel-drive, transaxle layout for balanced weight distribution and handling.

Production Period:

1985-1992 (Milano designation in North America, 75 designation elsewhere)

Manufacturing Location:

Italy

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Automotive Press Reviews:

Generally praised for its handling, engine performance (especially the V6), and distinctive styling, though build quality and reliability were sometimes criticized compared to German or Japanese contemporaries.