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BRAKE FLUID fig. 12
Release cap: check that the liquid
contained in the tank is at the maxi-
mum level.
Fluid level in the reservoir must not
exceed the MAXmark.
Use the brake fluid shown in the
“Fluids and lubricants” table (see
“Technical Specifications”chapter).
NOTE Carefully clean the cap of the
reservoir and the surrounding surface.
When opening the cap, make sure
that no dirt gets into the reservoir.
For topping up always use a funnel
with integrated filter that has a mesh
inferior or equal to 0.12 mm.
fig. 12L0D0213m
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs
moisture. For this reason, if the car is
mainly used in areas with a high de-
gree of atmospheric humidity, the
fluid should be replaced at more fre-
quent intervals than specified in the
“Service schedule”.
Prevent brake fluid which
is highly corrosive from
coming into contact with
painted parts. Should that
occur, immediately wash with wa-
ter.
The brake fluid is poiso-
nous and highly corrosive.
In the case of accidental contact,
wash the parts with water and
mild soap and rinse with plenty of
water. In case of swallowing im-
mediately call a doctor.
WARNING
The symbol π, on the con-
tainer, indicates a syn-
thetic brake fluid, which is differ-
ent from a mineral fluid. Use of a
mineral type fluid will damage the
special rubber seals of the braking
system beyond repair.
WARNING
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Using the battery when the
fluid is too low can dam-
age it irreparably and generate a
risk of explosion.
WARNING
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a
genuine spare part having the same
specifications.
If a battery with different specifica-
tions is fitted, the service intervals
given in the “Service schedule” in this
section will no longer be valid.
Refer therefore to the instructions pro-
vided by the battery manufacturer.Batteries contain sub-
stances that can be very
dangerous for the environ-
ment. t is advisable to have
the battery changed by a Lancia
Dealership where it will be disposed
of according to the law.Incorrect assembly of elec-
tric and electronic devices
may cause severe damage
to your car. Go to a Lancia
Dealership if you want to install ac-
cessories (alarms, mobile phone,
etc.): they will suggest the most suit-
able devices and advise you if a
higher capacity battery needs to be
installed.USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and to
lengthen its life, observe the following
indications:
❒when you park your car, ensure
that doors, bonnet and flaps are
well closed in order to ensure that
no lights remain on inside the pas-
senger compartment;
❒switch off all lights inside the car:
the car is however equipped with
a system which switches all inter-
nal lights off automatically;
❒when the engine is off, do not keep
devices running for long periods
(e.g. sound system, hazard lights
etc.);
❒before performing any operation
on the electrical system, discon-
nect the battery negative terminal
cable;
❒screw the terminals of the battery
down hard.
If the vehicle must remain
unused for a long time at
very low temperatures, remove the
battery and carry it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.
WARNING
When performing any op-
erations on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes
with the special goggles.
WARNING
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❒the tyre ages even if rarely used.
Cracks in the tread and on the
sidewalls are a sign of ageing.
Have the tyres checked by spe-
cialised personnel if they have
been fitted for longer than 6 years.
Remember to check the spare
wheel very carefully;
❒In the case of replacement, always
fit new tyres, avoiding those of du-
bious origin;
❒If a tyre is changed, also change
the inflation valve;
❒to allow even wear between the
front and rear tyres, it is advisable
to change them over every 10-15
thousand kilometres, keeping
them on the same side of the car
so as not to reverse the direction of
rotation.
Remember that road hold-
ing depends also on the
correct tyre inflation pressure.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low
the tyre overheats and this
can cause it serious damage.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from the
right of the car to the left and vice
versa.
WARNING
Never subject alloy rims to
repainting treatments re-
quiring the use of temperatures ex-
ceeding 150°C. The mechanical
properties of the wheels could be
impaired.
WARNING
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel
rubber hoses are concerned, carefully
follow the “Service schedule” in this
section.
Ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the
hoses, with possible leaks. Careful in-
spections are therefore necessary.
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Use
Lubricants
for engines
running on petrol
Lubricants for
engines running
on diesel
To ensure the proper operation of the Multijet versions with DPF only use genuine lubricant. In an emergency, if the genuine product is
not available, top up with at most 0.5 l and drive to a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
If genuine SAE 5W-40 products cannot be used, lubricants with minimal performance ACEA A3 for petrol engines and ACEA B4 for
diesel engines are admissible; in this case, optimal performance of the engine is not guaranteed. Using products with lower characteristics
than ACEA A3 and ACEA B4 could cause damage to the engine not covered by the guarantee.
When the car is to be used under particularly harsh climate conditions, ask a Lancia Dealership for the appropriate product from the Se-
leniarange.Quality characteristics of fluids and lubricants
for the proper operation of the car
Synthetic base lubricants SAE 10W-40 grade,
FIAT 9.55535-G2qualification or ACEA A3,
AP SL specifications;
Synthetic base lubricants SAE 5W-40 grade
FIAT 9.55535-N2qualification.Genuine fluids and
lubricants
SELENIA 20K
SELENIA WRReplacement
interval
According to
Service Schedule
According to
Service Schedule
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External lights ...................... 62
Fix&Go
(quick tyre repair kit) ........... 138
Fluids and lubricants ............ 202
Fog lights
– bulb replacement
procedure ..........................153-154
– control button .................. 71
FPS (inertial cut-off switch) .. 72
Front airbags ........................ 108
– driver’s front airbag .......... 108
– manual disabling front
air bag passenger side ........... 110
– passenger’s front airbag .... 109
Fuel
– consumption ..................... 204
– gauge ............................... 21
– inertial cut-off switch ....... 72
Fuel filler cap......................... 92
Fuses .................................... 156
Hazard lights
– control ............................ 71Head restraints ...................... 44
Headlights ............................ 84
Identification data ................. 188
Ignition device ...................... 20
In an emergency .................... 135
Instrument panel ................... 10
Instruments ........................... 21
Interior equipment
– card recess ....................... 74
– current outlets ................... 75
– glass recess / can recess ..... 74
– oddment compartments..... 73
– oddment shelf
on roof panel.......................... 74
– rear CD holder compartment
with can recess ....................... 75
– upper oddments drawers ... 73
Interiors ................................. 185
Isofix child seat ..................... 105
Jack ...................................... 144Key and door closing kits ....... 13
Lancia CODE (system) ......... 11
Levels
– check/control .................... 171
Lifting the car ....................... 162
Lubricants (specifications) ..... 202
Maintenance and care ........... 165
– scheduled servicing .......... 167
Manual climate control system 48
Mechanical gearbox (use)....... 117
Multifunctional display .........22-25
Multifunctional display
control buttons.......................22-25
Number plate light
– bulb replacement
procedure .............................. 154
Oddment compartments ........ 8
Parking sensors ..................... 91
Performance ......................... 199
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