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Batteries contain sub-
stances that are very
harmful for the environ-
ment. You are advised to have the
battery changed at a Lancia
Dealership. It is properly
equipped for disposing of used
batteries in an environmentally-
friendly way that complies with
the law.
With the battery flat, or
after the interruption of
one of the protection
fuses, or if you want to disconnect
a loaded battery (e.g. for a car
stop period), before opening the
luggage compartment bonnet
carefully read and comply with
the instructions contained in the
paragraph “If battery is to be dis-
connected” in the chapter “In an
emergency”.
DUST/POLLEN
FILTER
This filter has a mechanical/elec-
trostatic air filtering action, provid-
ed that windows and doors are
closed.
Have the dust/pollen filter checked
once a year at a Lancia Dealership,
preferably at the onset of summer.
If the car is often used in dusty or
extremely polluted environments,
have the filter replaced more fre-
quently than specified in the Service
Schedule.
IMPORTANTFailure to replace
this filter can significantly reduce
climate control system effectiveness.
BATTERY
The battery is of the “Low
Maintenance” type and is fitted with
an indicator A(fig. 18) for checking
the electrolyte level and battery
charge.
Under normal condition of use top-
ping up the electrolyte with distilled
water is therefore not required. A
periodical check is however neces-
sary to make sure it is in efficient
conditions through the indicator on
the battery cover which should be
dark in colour with a green central
area.If the indicator is a bright colour,
or dark without the green central
area, contact a Lancia Dealership.
fig. 18
L0A0164b

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CHARGING THE BATTERY
IMPORTANTThe battery charg-
ing procedure is described only for
information purposes since this
operation must be carried out by a
Lancia Dealership.
Charging should be slow at a low
amp rating for about 24 hours.
Charging for a longer period of time
may damage the battery.
Before reloading care-
fully read and comply with
instructions contained in
the paragraph “If battery is to be
disconnected” in the chapter “In
an emergency”.
To charge the battery proceed as
follows:
– Disconnect battery negative ter-
minal (–).
– Connect the battery charger wires
to the battery terminals and check
for proper bias.
– Turn the battery charger on.– After charging, turn the battery
charger off before disconnecting it
from the battery.
– Reconnect the battery negative
terminal (–).
The liquid in the battery
is poisonous and corrosive.
Do not let it touch the skin
or eyes. Recharging the battery
should be done in a well-venti-
lated area and away from naked
flames or possible sources of
sparks: explosion and fire risk.
Never attempt to charge
a frozen battery: it must
be thawed first, otherwise
it may explode. If freezing has
took place, the battery should be
checked before charging by spe-
cialised personnel, to make sure
that the internal elements are not
damaged and that the body is not
cracked, with the risk of leaking
poisonous and corrosive acid.IMPORTANTA battery which is
kept at a charge of less than 50% for
any length of time will be damaged
by sulphation leading to a reduction
in cranking power and a higher risk
of the battery electrolyte freezing
(this may even occur at –10 °C). If
the car is inactive for a long period
of time, refer to “Storing the car”, in
chapter “Driving your car”.
REPLACING THE
BATTERY
If required, replace the battery
with a genuine spare part presenting
the same specifications. If a battery
with different specifications is fitted,
the frequencies shown in the Service
Schedule in this chapter will no
longer apply. Refer to the instruc-
tions provided by the battery
Manufacturer.
IMPORTANTBefore opening the
luggage compartment bonnet to dis-
connect the battery, carefully read
and comply with instructions con-
tained in the paragraph “If battery is
to be disconnected” in the chapter
“In an emergency”.

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Outside plastic parts must be
cleaned following the usual car
washing procedure.
Where possible avoid parking the
car under trees; the resinous sub-
stance that certain species of tree
shed dull the paintwork and increase
the possibility of rust forming.
IMPORTANTBird droppings
must be washed off immediately and
with great care as their acid is par-
ticularly aggressive.
Windows
Use specific window cleaners to
clean the windows. Use very clean
cloths to avoid scratching the glass
or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANTTo prevent damage
to the electric heater element, wipe
the inside of the heated rear window
gently in the same direction as the
elements. To wash the car properly:
1) Remove the aerial from the roof
to prevent damaging it when wash-
ing the car in an automatic carwash.
2) Wash the body using a low pres-
sure jet of water.
3) Wipe a sponge with a light neu-
tral PH detergent 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 should leave the car out in the
open so that any water remaining
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. Cleaning chromium
plated/anodized bodywork parts
To clean body parts such as mold-
ings, cappings, etc., use neutral pH
detergents. Avoid generic cleaning
products.
These parts shall be rinsed well with
water and then dried with a jet of air
or a chamois leather.
For further treatment use special
polish for chromium plated/anodized
parts.
Suitable car cleaning products are
available at Lancia Dealerships.

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Battery
- checking the battery
charge ................................ 327
- disconnecting the loaded
battery ............................... 302
- disconnecting the
unloaded battery................ 303
- initialising the control
units of the door locks,
air conditioner and ESP
system................................ 303
- jump starting ............. 272-304
- maintenance ..................... 326
- recharging the
battery ...................... 304-328
- replacement ...................... 328
- useful advice ..................... 329
Bodywork
- maintenance ..................... 337
- version code ...................... 343Bodywork paint
identification plate .............. 342
Bodywork versions (codes) ..... 343
Bonnet .................................... 237
Boot
- anchoring the load ............ 232
- ceiling light ........................ 231
- closing the boot.................. 231
- functions that can be
modified by the
CONNECT menu ............... 229
- luggage nets ....................... 231
- luggage transport -
important notes ................. 233
- opening by remote
control ............................... 228
- opening from the inside .... 227
- opening from the outside
with the key ....................... 228
- power socket ..................... 234
Boot light
- bulb replacement ............... 290Bose HI-FI audio system ........ 248
Bottle/can holder
- front ................................. 217
- rear ................................... 219
Brake and hydraulic
clutch fluid .......................... 323
Brakes
- fluid level ......................... 323
- technical specifications ...... 348
Bulbs (replacing) .................... 281
- bulbs ................................. 283
- front light cluster ............... 284
- general instructions ........... 282
- rear light cluster ................ 286
- replacing an exterior light .. 284
- types of bulbs ................... 282
Capacities ............................. 362
Car maintenance .................. 309
- additional checks .............. 314

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If a tyre is punctured
(changing a wheel) .............. 274
If an accident occurs .............. 308
- if anyone is injured ............ 308
- first-aid kit ....................... 309
Ignition switch ....................... 24
In an emergency ................... 271
Instrument dimmer ................ 172
Instrument panel .................... 105
Instruments ............................. 107
Interior equipment ................. 212
Interiors (cleaning) ................. 339
“Isofix” child restraint system
(presetting for mounting) .... 85
Jack ...................................... 276
Jacking the car ........................ 307
- with an arm hoist or
a shop jack ........................ 307
- with the jack ..................... 307
Key ...................................... 27
- actuation logic of the boot
lock by means of the metal
insert ................................. 36
- actuation logic of the boot
lock by means of the
remote control .................. 35
- automatically actuated
functions ............................ 37
- battery replacement .......... 38
- functions that can be
actuated with the metal
insert of the key ................. 34
- remote control functions .... 32
- request for additional
keys with remote control.... 39
Keyless System
(recognition system) ............ 44
- Autoclose function ............ 50
- bonnet opening ................. 50
- central locking/opening of
windows and sunroof ......... 51- CID device ........................ 44
- CID device battery
replacement ....................... 53
- door unlocking to
access car........................... 49
- knob for activating
instrument panel and
engine start-up .................. 47
- failure indication .............. 52
- locking the door and
leaving the car ................... 50
- “Garage” position
(emergency actuation) ...... 46
- ministerial homologation ... 53
- request for additional
CID devices ............................ 54
- system settings .................. 52
Kilometer counter and
trip meter ............................ 110
Kilometer counter and
trip meter display ................. 110

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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