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Traffic and road conditions
Heavy traffic and higher consump-
tion are synonymous; for example,
when driving slowly with frequent use
of the lower gears or in large towns
where there are numerous traffic
lights.
Winding roads, mountain roads and
bumpy roads also have a negative ef-
fect on consumption.
Enforced halts
During prolonged hold-ups (traffic
lights, level crossings) the engine
should be switched off.LOOKING AFTER EMISSION
CONTROL DEVICES
The correct use of pollution control
devices not only ensures respect for
the environment but also has an effect
on the car’s performance. Keeping
these devices in good condition is
therefore a fundamental rule for dri-
ving that is easy on your pocket and
on the environment too.
The first step to take is to follow the
Service Schedule to the letter.
Use only unleaded petrol.
If you have trouble starting, do not
keep turning the ignition key for long
periods. Be especially careful to avoid
bump starting the car by pushing,
towing or rolling down hill: these are
all manoeuvres that can damage the
catalytic exhaust.CHEAP RUNNING
THAT RESPECTS
THE ENVIRONMENT
Environmental protection has been
one of the guiding principles in the
production of the Lancia Y. It is no ac-
cident that its pollution control equip-
ment is much more effective than that
required by current legislation.
Nonetheless, the environment can-
not get by without a concerted effort
from everyone.
By following a few simple rules you
can avoid harming the environment
and often cut down fuel consumption
at the same time.
On this subject, a few useful tips
have been given below to supplement
those marked by symbol #at various
points of the handbook.
You are asked to read both the for-
mer and latter carefully.
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EMERGENCY
STARTUP
If the ignition key fails to deactivate
the engine immobiliser, the warning
light¢will remain lit and the engine
will not start. In this case, you should
contact your LANCIA Dealership
and get them to carry out the emer-
gency startup using the code given on
the CODE card. Alternatively, you
can perform the emergency startup
procedure yourself by following the
procedure given below.
Read the whole procedure care-
fully before trying to carry it out.If
you make a mistake in the emergency
procedure you must turn the ignition
key back to STOPand repeat the
whole operation from the beginning
step1.
1)Read the 5-figure electronic code
given on the CODE card.
2)Turn the ignition key to MAR.
3)Press the accelerator pedal to the
floor and keep it there. The warning
lamp will light up for about 8
seconds, and then go out. At this point
release the accelerator pedal and pre-
pare to count the number of flashes of
the warning lamp .
4)The warning lamp starts
flashing: when it has
flashed the number of times that cor-
responds to the first figure of the code
on the CODE card, press the acceler-
ator pedal and keep it there until the
warning lamp lights up for four
seconds and then
goes out again. Release the accelera-
tor pedal.
5)The warning lamp will start
flashing again: when
the lamp has flashed the number of
times that corresponds to the second
figure on the CODE card, press the
accelerator pedal to the floor and keep
it there.
6)Do the same for the remaining
figures on the CODE card.
7)Once the final figure has been en-
tered, keep the accelerator pedal
pressed. The warning lamp will
light up for 4 seconds andthen go out. Release the accelerator
pedal.
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Signal that the car is sta-
tionary as per the highway
code: hazard lights, warn-
ing triangle, etc.
Any passengers must get out of
the car, especially if it is heavily
laden, and keep out of the way of
traffic while the wheel is being
changed.
If the ground is sloping or
bumpy, place wedges or other suit-
able material under the wheels to
stop the car from moving.The space-saver spare
wheel is specific to the ve-
hicle; do not use it on other
models and do not use spare
wheels designed for other models
on your car.
If you change the type of wheels
fitted (alloy rims instead of steel
ones), you must also change the se-
curing bolts for others of suitable
dimensions.
The space-saver spare wheel
must only be used in the event of
an emergency, and then only for as
little as possible and at no more
than 80 km/h. Driving will feel dif-
ferent with the space-saver spare
wheel fitted. Avoid sharp braking
and acceleration, sudden swerving
and fast cornering.The space-saver spare wheel has
a life-span of about 3000 km after
which the tyre should be replaced
with another of the same type.
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10)Ensure that the support surfaces
of the spare wheel are clean and free
from impurities which could succes-
sively cause the wheel bolts to loosen.
Mount the spare wheel so that the
holesI (fig. 4) coincide with the rela-
tive pinsL.
IMPORTANTDo not fit the wheel
cover on the space-saver spare wheel.
11)Tighten the 4 securing bolts.
12)Turn the jack handle to lower
the car, and remove the jack.
13)Tighten up the wheel bolts com-
pletely in criss-cross fashion following
the order shown in(fig. 5).
14)Put the punctured wheel in the
spare wheel compartment.The spare wheel is narrower than
normal wheels and must only be used
to travel to the nearest service station
so that the original tyre can be re-
paired.
Depending on whether the type of
wheels normally fitted to the car are
alloy or steel, the spare wheel (which
always has a steel rim) will differ in
construction so that it is compatible
with the wheel bolts which are specific
to each type of wheel.
If you wish to change the type of
wheel (alloy instead of steel and vice-
versa) the wheel bolts and a new
spare wheel must be employed.
Modifications or repairs
to the electrical system
carried out incorrectly and
without bearing the features of the
system in mind can cause mal-
functions with the risk of fire. REFITTING THE STANDARD
WHEEL
1)Following the above procedure,
raise the car and take off the space-
saver wheel.
4)Fit the wheel cover (1.2
16VM Nblueversion), mak-
ing sure that slit C (fig. 6)
corresponds with the inflation valve.
5)Insert the other three bolts, using
extensionF (fig. 2)(1.2
16VM Nblue
version).
6)Tighten the bolts using the spe-
cial wrench D (fig. 2).
fig. 8
P4C00404
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Before replacing a fuse,
make sure the key has
been taken out from the ig-
nition and that all users are
switched off or deactivated.
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BOOT LIGHT
To change the 12V-5W (type C5W)
bulb, remove the lens A (fig. 28), by
pushing it in the direction of the arrow.IF A FUSE BLOWS
GENERAL
The fuse is an element for protecting
the electrical system. It will blow (that
it will break) in the event of a failure
or incorrect interventions on the elec-
trical system.
If an electrical device is not working,
check whether the respective fuse is
blown. The conductor should not be
broken. If it is, replace it with another
with the same amperage (same
colour)(fig. 29).
A- Intact fuse.
B- Fuse with broken filament.
Use the tongs C (fig. 29-32)to re-
move the fuse to be replaced. One set
of tongs is to be found in the main
fuse box, while the other is in the en-
gine compartment fuse box.
If the problem re-occurs have the car
seen to at a LANCIA Dealership.
Do not replace a fuse
with another of a higher
amp rating - DANGER OF
FIRE!
Never replace a broken
fuse with anything other
than a new fuse. Always
use an undamaged fuse of the
same colour (same value).
fig. 27
P4C00124
fig. 28
P4C00046
fig. 29
P4C00126
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POSITION OF FUSES
To find the protection fuses, see the
tables on the following pages.
Fuses in the fusebox
The fusebox is situated behind the
glove compartment, to the left of the
steering wheel.To reach the fuses, unscrew the 2
screwsA (fig. 30) securing the glove
compartment.
The icons indicating the main elec-
trical elements corresponding to each
fuse can be seen when the glove com-
partment is open (fig. 31).
Fuses in the glove compartment
Another fusebox is located behind
the glove compartment (fig. 33).
fig. 32
P4C00231
fig. 33
P4C00232
fig. 31
P4C00049
fig. 30
P4C00047
If the fuse blows again,
have the car inspected at a
LANCIA Dealership.
Do not attempt to repair a
blown MAXI FUSE. Go to a
LANCIA Dealership.
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IMPORTANT - Battery
You should check the battery charge
preferably at the beginning of the
winter to avoid the possibility of the
electrolyte freezing up.
This check should be performed
more frequently if the car is mainly
used for short trips, or if it is fitted
with accessories that absorb energy
even when the ignition key is re-
moved, especially if they are after-
market accessories.
You should check the battery fluid
(electrolyte) level more frequently
than shown in the Service Schedule
(see “Car maintenance”) if the car is
used in hot climates or particularly
demanding conditions. IMPORTANT - Engine oil
Change the engine oil more fre-
quently than indicated in the Service
Schedule, if the car is normally driven
in one of the following particularly se-
vere conditions:
– towing a trailer or caravan
– on dusty roads
– short, repetitive trips (less than 7
or 8 kilometres) in outside tempera-
tures below zero
– engines that are frequently left to
idle or drive slowly over long dis-
tances.
IMPORTANT - Air cleaner
Change the air cleaner more often
than indicated in the Service Sched-
ule if you use the car on dusty roads.
If you are in doubt about how often
the engine oil or the air cleaner should
be changed in relation to how you use
the car, contact a LANCIA Dealer-
ship.IMPORTANT - Pollen filter
If the car is often used in dusty or
highly polluted areas, you should
change the pollen filtering element
more frequently, especially if you no-
tice that the amount of air entering
the passenger compartment is re-
duced.
IMPORTANT - Remote control
If the LED on the remote control
unit flashes only once when you press
the remote control button, you need
to replace the batteries.
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ENGINE OIL (fig.s 1, 2)
Check the oil level a few minutes
(approx. 5) after the engine has
stopped with the car parked on level
ground.
The oil level must be between the
MINandMAXmarks on the dipstick.
The space between MINandMAX
corresponds to approximately one
litre of oil.If the oil level is near or even below
theMINmark, pour in oil through
the filler hole until it reaches the MAX
mark.
The oil level must never exceed the
MAXmark.
IMPORTANTIf following a regular
check the oil level is over the MAX
line, go to a LANCIA Dealershipto
have the correct level restored.
IMPORTANTAfter adding or
changing the oil, let the engine turn
over for a few seconds and wait a few
minutes after turning it off before you
check the level.ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
During the beginning of the car’s life
the engine is be tuned in. Engine oil
consumption can only be considered
stabilised after the first 5,000 - 6,000
km.
IMPORTANTOil consumption de-
pends on the driving style and the
conditions of use.
When the engine is hot,
operate very carefully in-
side the engine compart-
ment: danger of burns. Remember
that, when the engine is hot, the
electric fan could start operating:
danger of injuries.
Do not add oil with dif-
ferent specifications from
the oil already in the en-
gine.
Used engine oil and re-
placed oil filters contain
substances that can harm
the environment. We recommend
you have the car seen to at a LAN-
CIA Dealership for the oil and fil-
ter change. It is suitably equipped
for disposing of used oil and filters
in an environmentally-friendly
way that complies with the law.
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