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USEFUL ADVICE
FOR LENGTHENING
THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
When you park the car, ensure the
doors, boot and bonnet are closed
properly. The ceiling and map-read-
ing lights must be off.
Do not leave accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard lights, etc.) switched on for a
long time when the engine is not run-
ning.
IMPORTANTIf the battery is left
with a charge of less than 50% for a
long time it will be damaged by sul-
phation, engine startup will deterio-
rate and it will be more subject to
freezing (this may occur at –10°C).
If the car is to be inactive for a long
period of time, refer to the “Storing
the car” paragraph in the “Driving
your car” section.
The liquid in the battery
is poisonous and corrosive.
Do not let it touch the skin
or eyes. Do not bring naked flames
or possible sources of sparks near
to the battery: fire and explosion
risk.
Incorrect fitting of elec-
trical and electronic ac-
cessories can seriously
damage the car.
IMPORTANTWhen removing/in-
stalling the battery, make sure the
battery is mechanically secured cor-
rectly.
Running the car with the
fluid level too low could
damage the battery beyond
repair, even breaking the casing
and allowing the acid contained in
it to leak out completely.
Always wear goggles to
protect the eyes when
working on or near the
battery.
If the car is to remain un-
used for a long period in
very cold weather, remove
the battery and keep it in a warm
place, otherwise it could freeze.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
FLUID LEVEL (electrolyte)
Check the electrolyte level and top
up, if required, at the frequency
shown in the Service Schedule in this
chapter. Have this operation carried
out at a LANCIA Dealership.
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If, after purchasing the vehicle you
want to install electrical accessories
that require a permanent power sup-
ply (alarm, free-hand phone, radio
navigator with satellite anti theft sys-
tem, etc.) go to a LANCIA Dealer-
ship. The qualified staff are able to
suggest the most suitable Lineacces-
sori devices and will assess the over-
all electric absorption, checking
whether the car can sustain the re-
quired load or if an oversized battery
is required.
Remember that these accessories
continue to absorb electrical power
even when the ignition key is removed
(car parked, engine off) and could
discharge the battery.The overall absorption of these ac-
cessories (standard and after-sale in-
stallations) must be less than 0.6 mA
x Ah (of the battery) as shown in the
table below:ELECTRONIC
CONTROL UNITS
When the car is being used nor-
mally, special measures are not nec-
essary.
The following instructions must be
followed very carefully, however, if
you work on the electrical system or
in cases where emergency starting is
necessary:
– Never disconnect the battery from
the electrical system while the engine
is running.
– Disconnect the battery from the
electrical system if you are recharging
it. Modern battery chargers can sup-
ply up to 20 volts.
– Never perform emergency starts
with a battery charger. Always use an
auxiliary battery.
– Be particularly careful when con-
necting the battery to the electrical sys-
tem. Ensure the battery posts are con-
nected up to the right leads (the polar-
ity is correct) and check that the con-
nection has been made properly. When Remember also that high current in-
take devices such as bottle heater,
vacuum cleaner, cellular phone, re-
frigerator etc., if powered while the
engine is off will accelerate the bat-
tery discharge.
IMPORTANTIf you need to install
additional systems on the car, im-
proper wiring connections, in partic-
ular if they affect safety devices, are
dangerous.
Battery Maximum
capacity idle
intake
40 Ah 24 mA
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SPARK PLUGS
The cleanness and soundness of the
spark plugs are very important for
keeping the engine efficient and pol-
luting emissions down.
The appearance of the spark plug
(fig. 6), if examined by an expert eye,
is a good way of pinpointing a mal-
function even if it has nothing to do
with the ignition system. Therefore if
the engine has problems, it is impor-
tant to have the spark plugs checked
at a LANCIA Dealership.The spark plugs must be
changed at the times spec-
ified in the Service Sched-
ule. Only use the type of plugs in-
dicated: if the heat ratio is less
than required or the life specified
is not guaranteed, problems can
arise.
the battery is reconnected, the injec-
tion/ignition system control unit must
readapt its internal parameters; conse-
quently performance may not be opti-
mal during the first few kilometres af-
ter reconnecting the battery.
– Do not connect or disconnect the
terminals of the electronic units while
the ignition key is at MAR.
– Do not check polarity through
sparking.
– Disconnect the electronic units if
you are electrically welding the car
body. Remove the units if tempera-
tures exceed 80°C (special operations
on the bodywork etc.).
IMPORTANTIf the radio or car
alarm systems are not installed cor-
rectly, they can interfere with the
working of the electronic control units.
Modifications or repairs
to the electrical system
that are performed incor-
rectly and do not take into account
the system’s technical features can
result in malfunctions with the
risk of fire.
Versions Type of spark plug
1.2ChampionRC10YCC
NKG BKR5EZ
1.216VNGK DCPR8E-N
fig. 6
P4C00308
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BODYWORK
PROTECTING THE CAR FROM
ATMOSPHERIC ELEMENTS
The main causes of rust are:
– atmospheric pollution;
– salt and humidity in the atmos-
phere (coastal e or very hot and hu-
mid areas);
– environmental conditions that are
specific to the season.
In addition, the abrasiveness of dust
in the atmosphere and sand carried
by the wind as well as mud and stones
thrown up by other cars must not be
underestimated.
For your Lancia Y, Lancia has used
leading-edge technological solutions
to effectively protect the body from
rust.
These are the main ones:
– Painting systems and products
that make the car particularly resis-
tant to rust and scratching.– The use of zinc-plated (or pre-
treated) sheet steel which is highly re-
sistant to rust.
– The spraying of the underbody,
engine compartment, inside the whee-
larches and other parts with wax-
based products with a high protective
capacity.
– Spraying plastic-coating materials
to protect the most exposed points:
under the door, inside the wings,
edges etc.
– The use of “open” box sections to
prevent condensation and water from
building up and rusting the inside of
the parts.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
GUARANTEE
Your Lancia Y is covered by guar-
antee against any original structural
or body part being holed by rust. Re-
fer to the “LANCIA Warranty Book-
let” for the general conditions of this
guarantee.TIPS FOR KEEPING THE BODY
IN GOOD CONDITION
Paintwork
The paintwork is not only to make
your car look attractive but also to
protect the steel.
If your car is scuffed or scratched
deeply you are therefore recommended
to touch up the paintwork as necessary
to prevent rust from forming.
Only use original products when
touching up the paintwork (see the
“Technical specifications” section).
Ordinary maintenance of the paint-
work involves in washing it. The fre-
quency you should do this depends on
the conditions and the environment
the car is driven in. For example if
you drive in areas with a high level of
air pollution, or on roads sprinkled
with road salt, or if you park under
resinous trees, it is a good idea to
wash the car more often.
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IMPORTANTCars with optional
“Kaleidos” options (non-standard
personalised paint colours), can be re-
paired in exactly the same way as
other cars painted with standard
colours at your LANCIA Dealership.To wash the car properly:
1)Remove the aerial from the roof
to prevent damaging it when washing
the car in an automatic carwash.
2)Wet the body using a low pressure
jet of water.
3)Wipe a sponge with a slightly
soapy solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge.
4)Rinse well with water and dry
with a jet of air or a chamois leather.
When drying the car, be careful to
get at those parts which are not so
easily seen e.g. the door frames, bon-
net and around the headlights where
water can most readily collect. You
are advised not to take the car into a
closed area immediately, but to leave
it out in the open so any water left can
evaporate more easily.
Do not wash the car after it has been
parked in the sun or while the bonnet
is hot: it could take the shine off the
paint.
External plastic parts must be
cleaned following the usual car wash-
ing procedure. As far as possible avoid parking your
car under trees; the resinous sub-
stances which often drop from certain
types of trees could dull the paint and
increase the possibility of rusting.
IMPORTANTBird droppings must
be washed off immediately and with
great care as their acid is particularly
aggressive.
Detergents pollute water.
For this reason, the car
must be washed in an area
equipped for the collection and
purification of the liquids used
while washing.
IMPORTANTWashing is to be car-
ried out with the engine cold and the
ignition key on STOP. After washing
make sure that the various protections
(rubber sheaths and other guards)
have not moved from their positions
or been damaged.
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Detergents pollute water.
The car must therefore be
washed in an area
equipped for the collection and
purification of the liquids used
while washing.
IMPORTANTThe car should be
washed while the engine is cold and
with the ignition key at STOP. After
washing the car, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber boots
and various guards) have not been re-
moved or damaged.
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Windows
Use specific window cleaners to
clean the windows. Use very clean
cloths to avoid scratching the glass or
damaging its transparency.
IMPORTANTTo prevent damage
to the electric heater elements, wipe
the inside of the heated rear window
gently in the same direction as the el-
ements.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter season,
carefully clean the engine compart-
ment. Be careful not to direct the jet
of water on the electronic control
units. Have this done at a garage.INTERIORS
From time to time check that water
has not collected under the mats
(from dripping shoes, umbrellas etc.)
which could cause the steel to rust.
CLEANING THE SEATS
AND FABRIC UPHOLSTERY
– Remove the dust with a soft brush
or a vacuum cleaner.
– Rub the seats with a sponge moist-
ened in a solution of water and neu-
tral detergent.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Motor and engineering enthusiasts as well as
those “in the trade” will probably start reading
from this point in the manual. This, in fact, is
where a section jam-packed with facts, figures,
formulae, measurements and tables begins. In a
sense, it is the Lancia Y’s identity card.
A document that introduces the car and explains
in technical jargon all the features that go together
to make it a model designed to give you superla-
tive driving satisfaction.VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ............... 145
ENGINE CODE - BODY VERSIONS............... 146
ENGINE......................................................... 147
TRANSMISSION............................................. 150
BRAKES......................................................... 151
SUSPENSION ................................................. 152
STEERING..................................................... 152
WHEELS........................................................ 153
WHEEL GEOMETRY ..................................... 155
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................. 155
PERFORMANCE............................................ 156
WEIGHTS...................................................... 157
DIMENSIONS................................................. 158
CAPACITIES .................................................. 160
TYRE PRESSURE .......................................... 163
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .......................... 164
FUEL CONSUMPTION -
CO
2EMISSIONS ............................................. 166
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VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
DATA
CHASSIS MARKING (fig. 1)
This is stamped on the passenger
cabin floor, near the front right seat.
It can be reached by lifting the flap
in the carpet, and it bears:
– vehicle model .........ZLA 840000
– chassis serial number.ENGINE MARKING
The marking is stamped on the
cylinder block and includes the model
and serial number.
MODEL PLATE (fig. 2)
The plate (fig. 2)is applied to the
front cross member of the engine
compartment(fig. 3).
The plate bears the following iden-
tification data:
A- Manufacturer’s name.
B- Homologation number.C- Vehicle ID code.
D- Chassis serial number.
E- Maximum fully-laden vehicle
weight.
F- Maximum train weight of the
fully-laden vehicle plus trailer.
G- Maximum vehicle weight on first
(front) axle.
H- Maximum vehicle weight on sec-
ond (rear) axle.
I- Engine type.
L- Body version code.
M- Number for spares.
fig. 1
P4C00010
fig. 2
P4C00145
ffig. 3
P4C00415
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