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Obstacles placed in side areas are
detected at a distance of less than
0.6 m.
Rear sensors are automatically
switched on by removing the trailer
cable plug.FAULT INDICATIONS
The system control unit checks all
the system components every time
the ignition key is turned to MAR.
Then, the sensors and their respec-
tive electrical connections are con-
stantly monitored during system
operation.
Parking assist system faults are sig-
nalled by the lighting of symbol t
on the multifunction display, togeth-
er with message “PARKING SEN-
SOR FAULT”.
In case of fault signals, stop the
car, shut the engine off, then try to
clean the sensors, making sure that
you are not close to ultrasound-
emitting sources (e.g. truck air
brakes or pneumatic hammers). If
the cause of the operation anomaly
has been remedied, the system fully
resumes its functions and the fault
symbol on the multifunction display
goes out, together with its respective
warning message. Rear sensors are auto-
matically switched off
when the trailer’s electric
cable plug is inserted into the car
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If, on the contrary, the warning
lamp remains on, go to a Lancia
Dealershipto have the system
checked even if the system keeps on
working. In fact, if the fault detected
by the control unit does not affect
the operation of the system, the lat-
ter keeps on working and the mal-
function is stored in the memory so
as to be detected by the Lancia
Dealershipduring a subsequent
check.
GENERAL NOTES
When parking your car, always pay
the greatest attention to the obsta-
cles that could be situated above or
below the sensors. In fact, objects
situated at close range in the car’s
front or rear parts could, under cer-
tain circumstances, not be detected
by the system and, therefore, dam-
age your car or be damaged them-
selves.Moreover, signals sent by the sen-
sors can be altered by damaged sen-
sors, by accumulation of dirt, snow
or ice on the sensors, or by ultra-
sound systems (e.g. truck air brakes
or pneumatic hammers) being oper-
ated nearby.INTERIOR
EQUIPMENT
FRONT CEILING LIGHT
(fig. 159)
This ceiling light includes a central
light and two courtesy lights.
To switch the central light on man-
ually, press button A; to switch it
off, press the same button again.
The light will light up and go out
gradually. If the ceiling light has
been switched on by means of the
button, it will automatically go out
after about 15 minutes after the
engine has been shut off (by turning
key to STOP).
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To switch the courtesy lights on
and off, press the respective buttons
B. The courtesy lights will automat-
ically go out after about 15 minutes
after shutting the engine off (by
turning the key to STOP).
The central ceiling light will switch
on automatically, together with the
rear ceiling light, when a door is
opened. The ceiling lights will go out
after about 3 minutes if one or sever-
al doors remain open or if the doors
are closed beforehand, after about 10
seconds after the last door has been
closed or at doors locking.
If a door is left open, the ceiling
lights will automatically go out
after about 3 minutes. To switch
them on again, it is enough to open
and close a door.
Ceiling lights come on (for about 10
seconds) when removing the ignition
key (knob to STOPon cars fitted
with Keyless System) and operating
the central door opening with the
remote control.
In case of collision with actuation
of the inertial switch, the ceiling
lights will automatically light up for
about 15 minutes.REAR CEILING LIGHT
(fig. 160)
This ceiling light includes a central
light and two courtesy lights.
The central light will switch on and
off gradually, together with the front
ceiling light.
To switch the central light on man-
ually, press button A; to switch it
off, press the same button again.
To switch the courtesy lights on
and off, press the respective buttons
B. The courtesy lights will automat-
ically go out after about 15 minutes
after the engine has been shut off
(by turning the key to STOP).DOOR PUDDLE LIGHTS
(fig. 161)
A light is provided in the lower part
of the door panel, to illuminate the
area through which passengers get
into and out of the car.
This light will automatically light
up when the door is opened, regard-
less of the ignition key position.
With the door open, the light stays
on for about 3 minutes, then it goes
off automatically.
fig. 160
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REARVIEW MIRROR LIGHTS
(fig. 162)
The lower part of the external
rearview mirrors incorporate a light
to illuminate the area through which
passengers get into and out of the
car.
This light will automatically switch
on, for about 3 minutes, when the
door is opened or when the door lock
is released by means of the remote
control.SUN VISORS (fig. 163)
The sun visors can swing up or
down or be pivoted sideways.
Release the visors from hooks Ato
move them sideways.COURTESY MIRRORS (fig. 164)
They are fitted on the back of the
sun visors: they can be accessed by
rotating the visors and lifting the
coverA.
The mirrors are fitted with lights
that will come on automatically
when lifting the cover and will go
out when lowering it again or auto-
matically after 15 minutes after
switching the engine off (ignition
key at STOP).
fig. 162
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FRONT ASHTRAY AND CIGAR
LIGHTER
The ashtray and cigar lighter are
protected by a single flap. Press the
flap in the point shown (fig. 165).
Press button A(fig. 166) to work
the cigar lighter. After a few seconds
it will return to its initial position
and be ready for use.
The cigar lighter will only work
when the ignition key is at MAR.
Remove tray Bto empty the ash-
tray.Always verify that the
cigar lighter has been
switched off.
The cigar lighter gets
very hot. Be careful how
you handle it and make
sure it is not used by children:
danger of fire or burns.REAR ASHTRAYS (fig. 167)
Two ashtrays are provided for rear
seats: they are incorporated into rear
door panels.
To open the ashtray, press on the
point specified by the arrow.
To empty the ashtray, remove tray
A.
fig. 165
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fig. 166
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GLOVE COMPARTMENT
A glove compartment with light is
located on the dashboard. The com-
partment has a flap and lock.
To open the glove compartment,
press button A(fig. 168); the button
works only when the key is at MAR
and for about 1 minute after remov-
ing the key or turning it to STOP.
Glove compartment opening can be
disabled and enabled again by
means of the CONNECT menu.
When the glove compartment is
opened, ceiling light A(fig. 169) will
light up. The ceiling light can be
switched off by closing the compart-
ment, or automatically, after about
15 minutes after shutting the engine
off (turning the key to STOP).The lower part of the glove com-
partment houses the Compact Disc
playerB(CD-changer, where fitted)
and, on certain versions, the power
socketC.
IMPORTANTTo use the power
socket, read the instructions of the
relevant paragraph in this chapter.
Always close the glove
compartment when the
car is running: it could
hurt the passenger in the event of
an accident.ODDMENT COMPARTMENT
(fig. 170)
A pivoting oddment compartment
is incorporated on the left side of the
dashboard. To open the compart-
ment, press on point A, then release
it.
To close the compartment again,
push it into its seat.
Do not drive with the
compartment open: it
could hurt you in the
event of an accident.
fig. 168
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POWER SOCKET
It is located inside the rear armrest.
The power socket can be accessed
by lifting the armrest from handgrip
A(fig. 180). To close the compart-
ment, lower the armrest.
To use the socket, lift cover C
(fig. 179).
Certain versions are fitted with a
power socket inside the glove com-
partment.
The socket is powered when the
key is turned to MAR. It can be used
only for accessories with a maximum
intake of 15A (power 180W).ELECTRIC SUNSHADE (fig. 181)
The electric sunshade works with
ignition key at MAR.
The buttons for operating it are
located on the central console, near
the gearshift lever and inside the
rear armrest.
To operate the electric sunshade
from the front seats: press button A
to open it and button Bto close it.
To operate the electric sunshade
from the rear seats: press the front
part of button Cto open it and press
the rear part to close it.
Do not use the socket for
power devices with a
higher intake than that
shown.
Prolonged current intake can
drain the battery and lead to
problems when starting the
engine.– the power socket
– the remote control used for the
CONNECT HI-FI and TV functions
– the additional phone handset.
IMPORTANTTo use the power
socket, read the instructions of the
relevant paragraph in this chapter.
The compartment can be accessed
by lifting the armrest from handgrip
A(fig. 180).
To close the compartment, lower
the armrest.
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SOLAR CELL
OPERATED
SUNROOF
The sunroof is electrically con-
trolled and its operation is possible
only with the ignition key at MAR.
The sunroof can slide lenghtwise,
with various opening positions, until
it fully retracts into the special hous-
ing, or can lift at the front (by pivot-
ing) to allow passenger compart-
ment aeration.
The upper part of the sunroof
incorporates a set of solar cells that
feed the climate control system fan
at first speed when the car is parked
to reduce the temperature inside the
passenger compartment.IMPORTANTBest operation of
the fan when the car is parked is
obtained by closing completely the
windows and sunroof. Furthermore,
to check operation at first speed of
the fan, disengage air vents and set
air distribution from central dash-
board vents only before leaving the
car.
The sunroof is equipped with an
anti-trap safety system, which con-
trols the closing lenghtwise sliding as
well as pivoting.
The electronic control unit that
controls the system is able to detect
the presence of obstacles when the
roof is closing or pivoting at the rear;
in this case, the system will interrupt
the sunroof travel and immediately
reverse it for a short stretch. RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
CELLULAR TELEPHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.:
e-tacs mobile phones, HAM radio
systems and the like) shall not be
used inside the car unless a separate
aerial is mounted outside the car.
The use of these devices inside the
passenger compartment (without
external aerial) may cause electrical
systems equipping the car to mal-
function. This could compromise car
safety in addition to constituting a
potential hazard for the passengers.
In addition, transmission and
reception of these devices may be
affected by the shielding effect of the
car body.
As concerns the use of mobile
phones (GSM, GPRS, UMTS) pro-
vided with official EC approval,
strictly comply with the instructions
given by the mobile phone manufac-
turer.