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In the case of failure, although the
anti-locking system is no longer avail-
able, the car braking capacity is not
interfered with.
If you have never driven a car with
ABS it is advised to familiarise by
making a few preliminary trials on
slippery ground, obviously maintain-
ing safety conditions and respecting
the Highway Code of the country
where you are travelling. Before start-
ing, read carefully the notes below.
The advantage of ABS as compared
with the traditional system is that it
permits maximum manoeuvrability
even when pressing the brakes right
down on roads with poor grip, pre-
venting the wheels from locking.
However, this does not mean that
with ABS the braking distance is al-
ways reduced. For example, on soft
gravel surfaces or fresh snow on a
slippery surface the distance could in-
crease.In order to get the best out of the
anti-lock system when necessary, fol-
low these hints.
If the ABS triggers it
means that the car is
reaching the limit of ad-
herence between the tyres and the
road surface. Slow down to adapt
the speed to the road grip.
ABS exploits the avail-
able grip, but it is not able
to increase it. Therefore
drive carefully on slippery surfaces
and do not take undue risks.
If there is a system fail-
ure, indicated by warning
light>lighting up on the
instrument panel, drive slowly and
go immediately to a LANCIA Deal-
ership to have the system checked.
When braking round a bend be very
careful, even with the aid of ABS.
However, the most important advice
is the following:
When the ABS switches
on and you feel the pedal
throbbing, no not lighten
the pressure, but keep the pedal
pressed well down and do not
worry. In this way you will be able
to stop within the minimum dis-
tance possible, according to the
road surface.
Following these instructions you will
be always have the best braking con-
ditions.
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LIGHT BULBS
Dipped beam headlights: 12V-55W.
Main beam headlights: 12V-55W.
Side and taillights: 12V-5W.
Front foglights: 12V-55W.
Front direction indicators: 12V-21W.
Rear direction indicators: 12V-21W.
Side direction indicators: 12V-5W.
Stop/taillights: 12V-21/5W.Reversing lights: 12V-21W.
Rear foglights: 12V-21W.
Number plate lights: 12V-5W.
Ceiling lights: 12V-10W.
Map reading light: 12V-6W
(LX version).
Boot light: 12V-10W.
Third brake lights: 12V-5W.TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE
WHEN COLD (bar)
When the tyre is warm the pressure
must be 0.3 bar higher than the spec-
ified value.
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TyreAverage loadFully laden Spare wheel
Front Rear Front Rear
1.2
16VM Nblue- 1.2 LS - 165/65 R14 78T
1.2
16VLS185/60 R14 82H 2.0 1.9 2.2 2.2 2.8185/60 R14 82T
1.2
16VLX185/60 R14 82H
2.0 1.9 2.2 2.2 2.8185/60 R14 82T
1.2
16VM Nred195/50 R15 82H* 2.4 2.2 2.4 2.2 2.8
185/60 R14 82H▲
2.0 1.9 2.2 2.2 2.8
Snow tyre:165/65 R14 78Q (M+S) 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.8
- for all versions 185/60 R14 82Q (M+S) 2.0 1.9 2.2 2.2 2.8
Snow tyre:165/65 R14 78Q (M+S) 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.8
- for 1.2
16VM Nredversion185/60 R14 82Q (M+S) 2.0 1.9 2.2 2.2 2.8195/50 R15 82H 2.4 2.2 2.4 2.2 2.8
* Snow chains cannot be fitted on these tyres.▲
Alternative tyres.
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DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS
– When driving downhill use the en-
gine braking effect by engaging a low
gear so as not to overheat the brakes.
– Under no circumstances should
you drive downhill with the engine off
or with the car in neutral, let alone
with the ignition key out.
– Drive at a moderate speed without
cutting corners.
– Remember that overtaking while
going uphill is slower and therefore re-
quires more free road. If you are being
overtaken while driving uphill, make
it easier for the other vehicle to pass.DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
Here are some tips for driving in
these conditions.
– Before starting off, check that the
windscreen wiper blades are not stuck
to the windscreen.
– Remove any snow from the climate
control system air intake.
– Keep your speed down.
– Use chains or snow tyres if the
roads are covered in snow, see the re-
spective paragraphs in this chapter.
– Do not keep the engine running for
long periods in deep snow as the snow
could push exhaust gases into the pas-
senger compartment.– Mainly use the braking effect of
the engine and under all circum-
stances avoid braking sharply.
– When braking in a car not fitted
with ABS, avoid the wheels locking by
varying the pressure you exert on the
brake pedal.
– Do not accelerate suddenly and
avoid swerving.
– In the winter, even apparently dry
roads may have icy patches. Be care-
ful therefore when driving over
stretches that do not get much expo-
sure to the sun or that are lined by
trees and rocks, where ice might not
have melted.
– Keep a good distance from the ve-
hicles in front.
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CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
AND POLLUTION
Some suggestions which may help
you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of
toxic emissions released into the at-
mosphere are given below.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
The overall state of the car is an im-
portant factor which has a marked in-
fluence over fuel consumption and
driving comfort and on the life span
of your car. For this reason care
should be taken to maintain your ve-
hicle by carrying out the necessary
checks and regulations in accordance
with the specifications given in the
Servize Schedule (see spark plugs,
idle, air filters, timing sections).Tyres
Tyres should be checked at least
every four weeks: if the pressure is too
low fuel consumption increases as the
resistance to the rolling movement of
the tyre is greater. In this state, tyre
wear is increased and car handling
suffers which will affect safety.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the
car (especially when driving in town)
and its trim greatly affects consump-
tion and stability.
Roof/ski racks
Remove roof or ski racks from the
roof of the car as soon as they are no
longer needed. These accessories re-
duce the aerodynamic penetration of
the car and will increase consump-
tion. When transporting particularly
large objects, use a trailer where pos-
sible.Electrical devices
Use the electrical devices for the nec-
essary time only. The heated rear win-
dow, supplementary lights, wind-
screen wipers, heating system blower
require large amounts of energy and,
increasing the request for power also
increases fuel consumption (up to
+25% when driving in built-up areas).
Air conditioner
The air conditioner is an additional
load which greatly affects the engine
leading to higher consumption (on av-
erage up to +20%). When the tem-
perature outside the car permits it,
use the air vents where possible.
Spoilers
The use of aerodynamic optional ex-
tras which are not certified for specific
use on the car, may reduce the aero-
dynamic penetration of the car and
increase consumption.
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Standard tyre Snow tyre
165/65 R14 78T
185/60 R14 82H165/65 R14 78Q (M+S) (*)
185/60 R14 82T185/60 R14 82Q (M+S) (*)
195/50 R15 82H195/50 R15 82H
(*) See the warnings concerning maxi-
mum speed on the next page.
SNOW TYRES
These are tyres that have been
specifically designed for driving on
snow and ice, to be fitted in place of
the car’s standard tyres.
Only replace with the type of tyre in-
dicated in the table below:LANCIA Dealershipis pleased to
offer advice concerning the choice of
the most suitable tyre according to the
use required by the Customer.
Refer to the pressure of standard
tyres of the same size to find the cor-
rect inflation pressure: see “Tyre pres-
sure” in the “Technical Specifica-
tions” section.
The winter characteristics for snow
tyres are considerably less when the
tread is less than 4 mm. In such cases
it is safer to replace them.
The snow tyre characteristics are
such that, with normal environmen-
tal conditions or on long journeys on
the motorway their performance is
lower than that of standard tyres. Keep you speed
down when snow
chains are fitted.
Avoid potholes, steps and kerbs.
Do not drive for long distances on
roads free from snow as not to
damage the car and the road sur-
face.
The 1.2 16VM Nredcar is
fitted with 195/50 R15 82H
tyres; snow chains cannot
be fitted on these tyres. Alterna-
tively, have 185/60 R14 82H tyres
fitted on which snow chains can be
mounted. If it is desired to use
snow tyres see the section “Snow
tyres”.
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REPEATED CHECKS
AND CHECKS
BEFORE LONG
TRIPS
Periodically, remember to check:
– tyre pressure and condition
– engine oil level
– coolant level and condition of the
system
– brake fluid level
– windscreen washer liquid level
– power steering fluid level.
ACCESSORIES
PURCHASED
BY THE OWNER
RADIO TRANSMITTERS
AND CELL PHONES
Cell phones and other ra-
dio transmitters (e.g. CB radios) can-
not be used inside the car, unless you
use a separate aerial mounted outside
the car.
– Clean and protect the shiny metal
parts using special compounds avail-
able on the market.
– Sprinkle talcum powder on the
rubber windscreen and rear window
wiper blades and lift them off the
glass.
– Slightly open the windows.
– Cover the car with a cloth or per-
forated plastic sheet. Do not use
sheets of imperforated plastic as they
do not allow moisture on the car body
to evaporate.
– Inflate the tyres to 0.5 bar above
the normal specified pressure and
check it at intervals.
– Do not drain the engine cooling
system.
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7)Lower the car and re-
move the jack.
8)Tighten up the bolts com-
pletely in the order given previously in
(fig. 5).
9)Fit the wheel cover (LS version)
making sure that the inflation valve
seat is positioned correctly; press the
cover with the palm of your hands (do
not bang) against the rim shoulder
and ensure that all the retaining flaps
are inserted into the rim.
When you have finished:
– Put the space-saver spare
wheel into its special recess in
the boot.
– Refit the jack in its support mak-
ingA (fig. 7)coincide with the ring B
on the jack and positioning the base
of the jack to match C.
– Refit the tools you used on the sup-
port.
– Arrange the support and close the
fastenerA (fig. 8).
IMPORTANTCheck the inflation
pressure of the tyres and the spare
wheel regularly.
fig. 9
P4C00301
IMPORTANTIf the type of wheel is
to be changed (alloy wheels in place
of steel wheels and vice-versa) all the
wheel bolts must be replaced with
others of a suitable length and a spe-
cific spare wheel employed with dif-
ferent construction characteristics.
The original wheel bolts though,
should be kept in case you wish to
change back to the original wheels at
a later date.
To unscrew/screw the inflation valve
cap, use extension F (fig. 2).
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CAR MAINTENANCE
The Lancia Y is brand new throughout, even in
its servicing schedule. Its design and manufactur-
ing process have made the traditional check at
1,500 kilometres unnecessary, which means its
first service schedule coupon is to be used at
20,000 kilometres. Your car, however, still re-
quires a certain amount of care and attention e.g.
the various fluid/liquid levels and tyre pressure
must be systematically checked and topped up if
necessary.
You should nonetheless bear in mind that proper
car maintenance is certainly the best way to keep
your car in tip-top condition for years to come and
safeguard its safety features, its environmentally-
friendly nature and its cheap running costs.
Also remember that the following servicing reg-
ulations marked with the symbol ∑are essential
to ensure the warranty remains valid.SCHEDULED SERVICING ............................. 121
SERVICE SCHEDULE ................................... 122
ANNUAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE ............. 124
ADDITIONAL CHECKS ................................. 124
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ......................... 127
AIR CLEANER ............................................... 131
POLLEN FILTER ........................................... 132
BATTERY ....................................................... 132
ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS .................. 134
SPARK PLUGS ............................................... 135
WHEELS AND TYRES ................................... 136
RUBBER TUBING .......................................... 137
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS ..... 138
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM...................... 139
BODYWORK.................................................. 140
INTERIORS.................................................... 142
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