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STEERING
Four-spoke steering wheel with Air
bag.
Energy-absorbing jointed steering
column. It may be adjusted for rake
(where fitted).
Permanently lubricated variable ra-
tio rack and pinion steering box.
Hydraulic power steering.
Minimum turning circle:
9.6 m (1.2
16VM Nblue- 1.2 - 1.2
16V); 10.7 m (1.2 16VM Nred).
Number of steering wheel turns lock
to lock:
– approx. 3 (1.2
16VM Nblue- 1.2
- 1.2
16V);
– approx. 2.5 (1.2
16VM Nred).
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SUSPENSION
FRONT
Independent wheel, MacPherson-
type with cast-iron wishbones an-
chored to an auxiliary cross-member.
Off-set coil springs and double-ac-
tion dampers.
Anti-roll bar.REAR
Independent wheel with cast-iron
wishbones.
Coil springs and dampers with spe-
cial low-friction bushings.
Anti-roll bar.
Auxiliary H-shaped frame consisting
of a tubular cross structure and two
side members welded to it; the whole
assembly is anchored to the bodyshell
with 4 flexible blocks.
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NOTES ON FLUID USE
Oils
Never top up with oils having dif-
ferent specifications from those al-
ready being used.Coolant
A 50 - 50 mixture of PARAFLU
11
and distilled water gives freeze pro-
tection to –35° C.Windscreen/rear window
washer liquid
Use a mixture of water and DP1, in
the following proportions:
30%DP1and 70% water in sum-
mer.
50%DP1e 50% and 50% water in
winter.
Use undiluted DP1for temperatures
below –20°C.
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR CHARACTERISTICS
Use
(*) For temperatures lower than –20°C use SELENIA PERFORMERSAE 5W-30 Specifications of fluids and lubricants
to use for best car operation
SAE 10W-40 synthetic-based multigrade oil exceeding
ACEA A3-96, CCMC G5 and API SJ specifications
SAE 5W-30 synthetic-based multigrade oil exceeding
ACEA A1 and API SJ specificationsRecommended
fluids and lubricants
SELENIA 20K
SELENIA
PERFORMERApplications
40°
30°
20°
10°
0°
-10°
-20°
-30°
°C
SAE10W-40
SAE5W-30
Petrol engine
lubricants (*)
P4C00358
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Use
Drive lubricantsand grease
Steering box lubricant
Brake products
Radiatorantifreeze
Windscreen
washer liquidApplications
Manual gearbox
and differentials
CV Joints
Hydraulic
power steering
Rack steering box
Brake circuit
component
lubrication
Hydraulic brake
and clutch controls
50-50 mix
down to –35°C
To be used neat Recommended
fluids and lubricants
TUTELA CAR
ZC 75 SYNTH
TUTELA MRM 2
TUTELA GI/A
K 854
SP 349
TUTELA TOP 4
PARAFLU
11
DP1 Specifications of fluids and lubricants
to use for best car operation
SAE 75W80 EP oil exceeding API GL5 and
MIL - L - 2105 D LEV specifications
Molybdenum disulphide, lithium-soap based grease,
water-resistant NLGI consistency no. 2
ATF DEXRON II D LEV, SAE 10W oil
Lithium-soap base grease, containing molybdenum
sulphide NLGI consistency no. 000
Special grease compatible with brake fluid
Synthetic fluid: NTHSA n° 116 DOT 4 ISO 4925,
SAE J-1703, CUNA NC 956 - 01
Protective compound with ethylene glycol base
antifreeze: CUNA NC 956 - 16
Alcohol and surfactants mixture: CUNA NC 956 - 11
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Interiors
– cleaning seats and plastic
parts .................................. 142
Jack ...................................... 96
Jacking the car ....................... 114
Keys...................................... 13
Kilometre counter ................... 31
Lambda sensor ...................... 4
Lancia CODE system .............. 13
Lubricant specifications .......... 164
Lubricants
– capacity ............................ 160
– specifications .................... 164
Main beam headlights
– control .............................. 41
– bulb replacement .............. 102
– flashing ............................ 42
Manual climate control system
– cooling .............................. 40
– controls ............................ 40
– maintenance ..................... 139
– on/off button ................ 40-44
Number plate lights ............... 106
Paint ..................................... 140
Parking .................................. 71
Performance ........................... 156 Engine
– ignition/fuel feed .............. 148
– lubrication ........................ 149
– specifications ..................... 147
– timing ............................... 147
Engine compartment washing . 142
Engine coolant gauge .............. 31
Engine coolant ........................ 129
Engine oil
– checking the level .............. 128
– consumption ...................... 128
– specifications ................. 73-164
EOBD self-diagnostic system ... 63
Evaporation system ................. 4
Extending the boot .................. 52
External temperature gauge .... 33
First aid kit ........................... 118
Frequent checks ...................... 88
Front foglights
– bulb replacement .............. 104
– control .............................. 44
Fuel
– consumption ...................... 166
– fuel cut-off switch.............. 44
– gauge................................. 32
–CO
2emissions .................... 167
Fuel tank
– capacity ............................ 160
– cap opening ....................... 67
Fuel tank cap .......................... 67
Fuses ...................................... 107
Gearbox
– ratios ................................. 150
– using the gearbox .............. 72
Getting to know your car...... 10
Glove compartment ................. 45
Handbrake ....................... 71-151
Hazard lights........................... 43
Head restraints ........................ 18
Headlights
– beam direction................... 55
– corrector ............................ 56
– front foglight beam direction 56
– slant compensation ............ 56
Heated rear window ................ 44
Heating and ventilation
– controls ............................ 38
– air vents ............................ 38
– demisting .......................... 39
– heating ............................. 38
– recirculation ..................... 39
– ventilation ........................ 39
Identification data .................. 145
In an emergency.................... 90
Individual settings ................... 17
Injury ...................................... 118
Instrument panel ..................... 29
Instruments ............................. 31
Interior equipment .................. 45
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Three-way catalytic converter . 4
Tools ....................................... 96
Top speeds .............................. 156
Towing a trailer
– tow hitch installation ... 172-174
– warnings .......................... 84
Towing the car ........................ 116
Transmission ratios ................. 150
Transporting children in safety 26
Tyre pressure .............. 74-136-163
Tyres...................... 74-94-136-153
Useful accessories .................. 89
Ventilation ........................... 39
Warning lights
– ABS anti-locking system
failure................................ 35
– airbag failure ..................... 34
– brake light failure .............. 36
– direction indicators ............ 36
– doors not closed properly ... 34
– EOBD self-diagnostic
system ............................... 35
– external lights .................... 36
– handbrake on ................... 34
– hazard lights...................... 35
– Lancia CODE ................... 35
– low battery recharging ....... 34
– low brake fluid .................. 34Warning lights
– low engine oil pressure....... 34
Warning lights
– main beam headlights........ 36
– passenger airbag off .......... 36
Washer fluid level.................... 129
Washer nozzles ........................ 139
Weights ................................... 157
Wheel
– replacing a wheel ............... 94
– spare ........................... 96-154
Wheel geometry (toe-in) ......... 155
Wheel rims .............................. 153
Windows (cleaning )................ 142
Windows (rear) ....................... 47
Windscreen washer
– control .............................. 42
– fluid level ......................... 129
Windscreen wiper
– control ............................. 42
– blades ................................ 138
Windscreen wiper
– nozzles............................... 139
Wiper blades ........................... 138
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OIL CHANGE?
THE EXPERTS
RECOMMEND
SELENIA.
The car you have just bought was
built with the latest FL Group lubri-
cant technology.
You will find Selenia at all FL Group
appointed dealers the next time you
need to change the oil in your car.
35,000 motoring experts all over
Europe recommend Selenia as be-
ing the best protection for your
car’s engine.
ASK YOUR SERVICE
MANAGER FOR SELENIA.
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Dedicated to the new generation of engines, the
high levels of chemical stability that are characte-
ristic of Selenia 20K result in an extended oil
change interval of up to 20,000 km, guaranteeing
long lasting engine cleaning.
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
2500 0 5000 7500 10000 12500 15000 17500 20000 %
km
SELENIA 20K COMPARATIVE PRODUCT
(*) ASTM D445
The engine in your new car was developed with
Selenia 20K, a synthetic-base oil which meets with
the most advanced international specifications.
Selenia 20K enhances the characteristics of the
engine guaranteeing optimum performance and
maximum protection.
SELENIA 20K
Top Quality fuel economy API SJ specification oil,
for normally aspirated, turbocharged or multivalve
engines. It saves up to 2% on fuel and gives maxi-
mum stability at high temperatures.
SELENIA PERFORMER
Specific oil for optimum engine operation in par-
ticularly severe climate conditions (startup as low
as –35°C).USED OIL ANALYSIS:
INCREASE IN VISCOSITY AT 40°C (*)
SELENIA THE PERFECT
CHOICE FOR YOUR CAR
SELENIA. FOR THE HEART THAT BEATS IN YOUR ENGINE
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