2008 Lancia Thesis height

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TOW HITCH INSTALLATION
The tow hitch must be fixed to the
body by an expert in accordance
with the following instructions and
respecting the additional and/or
integrative information provided by
the tow hitch manufacturer.
The tow hitch to be fitted must
comply with the current regulations
in force, with reference to Directive
94/20/EEC and subsequent modifi-
cations.
Use a tow hitch suited for the max-
imum towable load of the car ver-
sion on which the tow hitch is to be
fitted.
Use a unified coupling for the elec-
trical connections. The coupling is
generally fitted on a specific mount
fastened to the tow hitch. A specific
trailer lights control unit shall be
installed on the car.For the electric connections, a 7
pole 12VDC coupling must be used
(CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN stan-
dards). Follow the instructions pro-
vided by the manufacturer of the car
and/or the tow hitch.
The electrical brake (where rele-
vant) or other device (electrical
winch, etc.) must be powered direct-
ly from the battery by means of a
lead with a cross-section area no
smaller than 2.5 mm
2.
IMPORTANTUse the electrical
brake or winch only when the engine
is running.
In addition to the electrical connec-
tions, only the power wire for an
additional electrical brake and for
internal trailer lighting with a power
not exceeding 15W can be connect-
ed to the car’s electrical system.
For connections use the specific
control unit with battery cable not
less than 2.5 mm
2.INSTALLATION DIAGRAM (fig. 1)
Fasten the tow hitch in the points
marked with (1) using 18 M10
screws and, in the points marked
with (2) use four M8 screws.
Fasten the tow hitch to the body
avoiding any type of drilling and
trimming of the rear bumpers that
remains visible when the tow hitch is
removed.
IMPORTANTFasten a tag in a
clearly visible position at the same
height as the tow hitch. The tag is
compulsory. It must be adequately
sized, made of suitable material and
carry the following information:
MAX LOAD ON BALL COUPLING
75 kg.
After assembly, seal the fastening
screws holes to prevent exhaust fumes
from entering the passenger compart-
ment.

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Snow chains cannot be
fitted on 225/50R17 (94W),
225/50ZR17 (94W) and
245/40ZR18 tyres, since they
interfere with the front suspension.Keep your speed
down when snow
chains are fitted.
Do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements
and do not drive for long dis-
tances on roads not covered with
snow to prevent damaging the car
and the roadbed.
Disconnect the ASR sys-
tem when snow chains
are fitted. Press the ASR-
OFF button: button led on.
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains is regulated
by the legislation in force in the
country the car is driven in.
Snow chains must only be applied
to the driving wheels (front wheels).
Versions
2.0 TB
2.4 - 2.4 CAE
2.4 JTD
2.4 JTD 20V2.4 JTD 20VCAE
3.0 V6 CAE
3.2 V6 CAE
Refer to the following
table for information on
the wheels where snow
chains can be fitted; follow the
prescriptions.
We recommend to contact a
Lancia Dealershipbefore buying
or installing snow chains.
Check the tautness of the chains
after driving some ten metres.
Tyres on which chains
can be fitted
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
Type of snow chains to
be used
Low profile snow chains with
maximum height off the tyre
of 10mm

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FIRST-AID KIT (fig. 85)
The first-aid kit must at least con-
tain
– sterile gauze for covering and
cleansing wounds
– bandages of different heights
– antiseptic plasters of different sizes
– a roll of plaster
– a pack of cotton wool
– a bottle of disinfectant
– a packet of paper handkerchiefs– a pair of scissors with rounded tips
– a pair of tweezers
– two haemostatic loops
It is a good idea to keep a fire extin-
guisher and blanket in the car in ad-
dition to the first-aid kit.
The first-aid kit and the fire extin-
guisher are included in the Lineac-
cessori Lancia range.
fig. 85
L0A0128b

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RIMS AND TYRES
Alloy rims or steel.
Tubeless tyres with radial carcass.
The homologated tyres are listed in
the log book.
IMPORTANTIn the event of dis-
crepancies between information
given in the Owner Handbook and
that shown in the Log Book, refer to
the latter one.
To ensure safety of the car in
movement, it must be fitted with
tyres of specified size and of the
same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANTDo not use inner
tubes with tubeless tyres. CORRECT TYRE READING
Below, please find the instructions
needed to understand the meaning
of the code stamped on the tyre, as
shown in fig. 6.
The code may be in one of the ways
given in the example.
Example:
225/50 R 17 94 W
or
225/50 ZR 17 94W
fig. 6
L0A0257b
225= Nominal width (S, distance
in mm between sides)
50= Percentage height/width
ratio (H/S)
R= Radial tyre
ZR= Radial tyre, with speed over
240 km/h
17= Rim diameter in inches (Ø)
94= Load index (capacity)
W= Maximum speed index.

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DIMENSIONS
fig. 7The sizes are in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres.
Slight size changes with optional tyres. Height is intended for an unladen car.
Boot volume (as per VDA standards): 400 dm
3
L0A0171b
(*) = 3.0 V6 CAEand
3.2 V6 CAE versions

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- Comfort Seats ................... 68
- head restraints .................. 66
- heating ............................. 67
Rearview mirror lights ............ 214
Rearview mirrors
- external ............................ 72
- internal ............................. 71
Recognition system
(Keyless System) ................. 44
- Autoclose function ............ 51
- bonnet opening ................. 50
- central locking/opening
of windows and sunroof ..... 52
- CID device ........................ 44
- CID device battery
replacement ....................... 54
- door unlocking to
access car........................... 49
- knob for activating
instrument panel and
engine start-up .................. 47- locking the door and
leaving the car ................... 50
- failure indication .............. 53
- “Garage” position
(emergency actuation) ...... 46
- locking the door and
leaving the car ................... 50
- ministerial homologation .. 53
- request for additional CID
devices .............................. 53
- system settings .................. 52
Remote control (CONNECT) .. 19
Rev counter ............................ 107
Reverse lights
- bulb replacement .............. 286
Rims ....................................... 354
- correct rim reading ............ 357
- important ......................... 356
Roof rack/ski rack................... 240
- anchorage points................ 240
Rubber tubing
(maintenance) ..................... 333Safe driving ........................... 255
- before getting behind the
wheel ................................... 255
- driving at night .................. 257
- driving in the fog ............... 258
- driving in the mountains .... 258
- driving in the rain .............. 257
- driving on snow and ice ..... 259
- driving with ABS ................ 259
- when travelling .................. 255
Seat belts
- front seat belt height
adjustment .......................... 77
- general instructions ............ 79
- how to keep seat belts
in proper working order ...... 80
- load limiting devices ........... 79
- pretensioners ...................... 78
- use ...................................... 76
Side/taillights
- control ................................ 97