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EMERGENCY DEVICE FOR LOCKING DOORS FROM THE
OUTSIDE
Doors are fitted with a special device enabling to lock all doors when
the electric system is failing (no current).
To lock the doors:
❒fit the ignition key into the revolving plug B
❒turn the device to position 1 and close the door.
To open the doors:
❒fit the ignition key into the revolving plug of the driver’s door and
turn it counterclockwise
❒open the driver’s door
❒once inside the car, open the other doors using the levers set on
door handles.
Never operate the child lock device and the door handle at the same time.WARNING
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Replacing the battery of the key with remote control
If when pressing the remote control buttons the led F on the key
flashes briefly only once, the battery should be replaced with an
equivalent one that can be purchased at common stores.
Battery replacement:
❒press button A and move the metal insert B to open position;
❒use a finely-tipped screwdriver to turn the screw C;
❒pull out the battery holder D and replace the battery E making
sure that the bias is correct;
❒re-insert the battery holder D in the key and lock it turning the
screw C.
Request for additional remote controls
The system can recognise up to 8 keys with incorporated remote
control. Should a new key with remote control be necessary, contact a
Lancia Dealership, taking with you the CODE card, a personal
identity document and the car’s ownership documents.
Used batteries are harmful to the environment. They should be disposed of as specified by law in
the special containers provided, or take them to a Lancia Dealership, which will deal with their
disposal.
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL (SPARE KEY)
According to versions the car can be delivered with retractable key 1
or fixed key 2.
The metal insert A of key 1 retracts into the key grip.
Button B opens the metal insert A.
Keys operate the following:
– keep button B pressed
– move the metal insert A
– release button B and then turn the metal insert A until hearing the
click as it locks into place.
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WARNINGButton B should only be pressed when the key is away from the body, in
particular from the eyes and from objects that can be spoilt (e.g. clothes).
Make sure the key can never be touched by others, especially children, who may
inadvertently press the button.
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Keys operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the driver’s door;
❒the fuel filler cap locking/unlocking (versions with fuel filler cap
with keylock)
❒passenger side airbag deactivation switch (where provided);
❒cut-in of door lock device C when the electric system is failing
(e.g. run-down battery;
❒cut-in of child lock safety device D on rear doors.
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The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following:
Type of key
Spare key
without
remote control
Main keywith remote
control
Direction indicators flashing
(only with key with
remote control)
Deterrence led
Pressing the pushbutton Ëenables fuel lid to be openedDoor opening
Key turning
counterclockwise
(driver’s side)
Key turning
counterclockwise
(driver’s side)
Pressing briefly
button
Ë
Two flashings
Turning off Door locking
from the outside
Key turning
clockwise
(driver’s side)
Key turning
clockwise
(driver’s side)
Pressing briefly
button
Á
One flashing
Turned on fixed for approx.
3 seconds, followed
by deterrence led flashingBoot opening
Prolonged pressing
(> 2 seconds) on button
R
Two flashings
Deterrence led flashing
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IGNITION SWITCH
The key can be turned to 3 different positions:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked.
Certain electrical devices (e.g.: sound system, power windows…)
can work.
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are powered.
❒AVV: engine starting (unstable position).
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety mechanism that, in the
event the engine is not started, turns back the ignition key to STOP
before repeating the starting operation.
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It is absolutely forbidden to carry out whatever after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
Device) that could badly affect performance and safety, cause the lapse of
warranty and also result in non-compliance of the car with homologation
requirements.
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If the ignition device is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over
by a Lancia Dealership.
WARNING
WARNING
When getting out of the car, always remove the key to prevent any occupants from
accidentally activating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake. If the car is
parked on uphill slope to engage the first gear. If the car is facing downhill, engage
the reverse gear. Never leave unsupervised children in the car.
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Never remove the ignition key while the car is moving. The steering wheel would
automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This also applies when the car is
being towed.
WARNING
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
Engaging
When the key is to STOP remove the key and turn
the steering wheel until it locks.Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the
ignition key to MAR.