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Old 09-09-2006   #1
 
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Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox malfunction

Recently purchased Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox. Having trouble with the Select speed Gearbox when driving in traffic. Car takes off very jumpy manner and is very difficult to control at low speeds, behaves like car was running on "kangeroo" petrol.

Car can rev to 3000-4000 RPM before engaging in first gear while taking off. The problem is very intermittent but happens usually after long period in traffic.

any advice on rectifying problem gratefully appreciated
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Re: Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox malfunction

Probably have more luck if you ask on www.alfa156.net
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Re: Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox malfunction

The selespeed gearbox is notorious for problems. I would contact someone like Howard at alitalia. here is a link;-
http://www.italia.org.uk/

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Re: Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox malfunction

Try over at Alfaowner.com http://www.alfaowner.com/aohome.php

Some peeps on here reckon cold start kangaroo symptoms on the Stilo Selespeed are caused by faulty coil packs. Doesn't tend to happen when the car is warm though.
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Re: Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox malfunction

Selespeed box is not troublesome,best take to dealer to extract codes.
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Re: Alfa 156 Selespeed gearbox malfunction

Could it need calibrating, takes about 1 hour or less.
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