It is notoriously difficult to identify the correct parts for this vehicle.
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Inside Line: Motaquip
Steering and Suspension
The steering rack on the Alfa Romeo 159 is known for failing.
Inside Line: TecRMI
Gearbox issues
Fault symptoms:
Poor switching properties at heat or cold.
Reference number(s):
21 02.99
Inside Line: Dayco
Primary (timing) Drive System
The diesel engines used extensively across the 159 range are fitted with a Dayco High Tenacity (HT), or ‘whi
Inside Line: First Line
Steering & Suspension
All models in the Alfa Romeo 159 range can be particularly prone to wear of their front upper suspension arms, t
Inside Line: Cambiare
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.
Inside Line: RMI
Fault code C1131 ABS Pressure sensor fault, replacement ABS modulator over £1000 fitted – Pressure bleed the ABS first this may fix the fault.
Inside Line: Meyle
Sven Nielsen, Technical Director from MEYLE, says the following difficulties may arise with the Alfa Romeo 159:
Inside Line: Autoelectro
Feedback from Autoelectro’s technical team, regarding issues on the Alfa 159 (Petrol and Diesel models)
Inside Line: Comma
A few notes about the Alfa Romeo 159 (2005-2011):