2009 Lancia Delta change wheel

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REPLACING A WHEEL
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The vehicle can be provided with (if requested/provid-
ed) a small spare wheel.
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and of the
small spare wheel call for some precautions as listed
below.
The small spare wheel (if provided) is spe-
cific for your car. Do not use it on different
models of car. Do not use spare wheels from
different models on your car. The small spare wheel
must only be used in an emergency. Never use it for
more than strictly necessary and never exceed 80
km/h. On the small spare wheel there is an orange
label, summarizing the main warnings regarding
small spare wheel usage restrictions.
Never remove or cover the label. Never apply
any hub cap on the small spare wheel. The
label contains the following indications in
four languages: Warning! For temporary use only!
80 km/h max! Replace as soon as possible with a
standard service wheel. Never cover this indication.
If you choose to install wheels of a different type
(with alloy rims instead of steel ones) you must al-
so change all the wheel retaining bolts with others
of a suitable size.
Indicate that the car is stationary according
to the laws in force: hazard warning lights,
refracting warning triangle, etc. Passengers
should leave the car, particularly if it is very loaded
and wait for the wheel to be changed away from on-
coming traffic. In the event of a wheel change on a
slope or on unsurfaced roads, chock the wheels.

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Taking out the small spare wheel
Important notes:
the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired; If it breaks it must be re-
placed with a new jack;
no tool other than the cranking device may be fitted
on the jack.
To replace a tyre proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position where it does not present a
danger for on-coming traffic and where you can re-
place the wheel safely. The ground must be flat and
compact.
turn the engine off and engage the handbrake;
engage first gear or reverse;
lift up the luggage compartment mat using handle A-
fig. 10 (in the presence of a double load platform, first
lift the upper cover and then the luggage compartment
mat).
loosen the fastener B-fig. 10;
take out the tool box C and place it next to the wheel
to be changed;
remove the small spare wheel D-fig. 10;
use the provided screwdriver to remove the hub cap,
levering the dedicated opening on the outer edge;
fig. 10L0E0081m

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After tyre replacement
stow the small spare wheel D-fig. 10 in the space pro-
vided in the luggage compartment;
fit the partially-opened jack in its box, forcing it light-
ly to prevent it from vibrating when travelling;
put the tools back into place in the container;
stow the container, complete with tools, into the spare
wheel and tighten the locking device B-
fig. 10;
put back the luggage compartment mat into the prop-
er position.
IMPORTANT Do not use an inner tube with tubeless tyres.
Periodically check the inflation pressure of the tyres and
small spare wheel.
IMPORTANT If you choose to install wheels of a different
type (with alloy rims instead of the steel ones or vice ver-
sa) you must change all the retaining bolts with others of
a suitable size and use a specific small spare wheel, with
different specifications.
It is advisable to keep the replaced bolts and small spare
wheel, as they are necessary if in future you decide to re-
install the original wheels.CHANGING A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Before changing a bulb check the contacts for oxida-
tion;
blown bulbs must be replaced with others of the same
type and power;
after replacing a headlight bulb, always check its align-
ment for safety reasons;
when a bulb is not working, check that the corre-
sponding fuse is intact before replacing it: refer to the
“Replacing fuses” paragraph in this chapter for fuse
location.
Modifications or repairs to the electrical sys-
tem that are not carried out properly or do
not take the system’s technical specifications
into account can cause malfunctions leading to the
risk of fire.

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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, including the spare wheel,
approximately once every two weeks and before starting
a long journey: this check must be performed with the tyre
rested and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase when the car is
used; for the correct tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels”
in chapter “6”.
Incorrect tyre pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 4:
fig. 4L0E0096m
A normal pressure: evenly worn tread.
B low pressure: tread particularly worn on the edges.
C excessive pressure: tread particularly worn in the mid-
dle.
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than 1.6
mm thick. In all cases, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Avoid braking suddenly, burning starts and violent
knocks against the curb, potholes or other obstacles
where possible. Long distances on rough roads may
damage the tyres;
check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swelling
or irregular tread wear. Go to a Lancia Dealership if
required;
do not overload your car: this may cause serious dam-
age to wheels and tyres;
if a tyre is punctured, stop immediately and change it
to avoid damage to the tyre, wheel rim, suspension and
steering system;

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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 specialised personnel if they have been fit-
ted for longer than 6 years. Remember to check the spare
wheel very carefully;
when replacing the tyres, always fit new tyres, avoid-
ing those of dubious 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 thou-
sand kilometres, keeping them on the same side of the
car so as not to reverse the direction of rotation.
Remember that the road holding qualities of
your car also depend on the correct inflation
pressure of the tyres.
If the pressure is too low the tyre will get
overheated, with the risk of serious damage
to the tyre.
Avoid moving the tyres from the right side of
the vehicle to the left side and vice versa.
Do not repaint alloy wheel rims at temper-
atures higher than 150°C. The mechanical
characteristics of the wheels might be dis-
rupted.