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Scheduled maintenance ................................................................. 198
Scheduled maintenance plan ......................................................... 199
Periodic checks.............................................................................. 203
Demanding use of the car............................................................... 203
Checking fluid levels ..................................................................... 205
Air filter ........................................................................................ 212
Pollen filter ................................................................................... 212
Diesel fuel filter............................................................................. 212
Battery.......................................................................................... 213
Wheels and tyres ........................................................................... 216
Rubber hoses ................................................................................ 218
Windscreen wiper/rear wiper ......................................................... 218
Bodywork...................................................................................... 221
Interiors......................................................................................... 224
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BATTERY
The battery F-fig, 1-2-3 provided with this vehicle is a
“Reduced maintenance” battery: no top-ups with distilled
water are needed in normal conditions of use.
It should nevertheless be periodically checked by a Lan-
cia Dealership or specialised personnel to check its effi-
ciency.
The battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames and sources of sparks away
from the battery: risk of explosion and fire.
Running the battery with an excessively low
liquid level will damage the battery beyond
repair and even cause an explosion.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare part
with the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the ser-
vice intervals given in the “Scheduled Service Plan” will
no longer be valid.
Refer therefore to the instructions provided by the battery
manufacturer.
If the battery is disconnected, the áwarning light will co-
me on (together with a message in the display) to indica-
te that the system must be realigned. To switch the war-
ning light off, carry out the following initialization pro-
cedure:
turn the ignition key to the ON position;
turn the steering wheel fully both clockwise and anti-
clockwise (to move from the position with the wheels
straight);
turn the ignition key to the OFF position and then turn
it back ON.
If the áwarning light does not go out after a few seconds,
seek assistance from a Lancia Dealership.
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216CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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.
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BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the following:
atmospheric pollution;
salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or hot humid cli-
mates);
seasonal environment conditions.
The abrasive action of wind-borne atmospheric dust and
sand, as well as mud and gravel raised by other cars is
also not to be underestimated.
On your car, Lancia has implemented the best manufac-
turing technologies to effectively protect the bodywork
against corrosion.These include:
painting products and systems which give the car par-
ticular resistance to corrosion and abrasion;
use of galvanised (or pre-treated) steel sheets, with high
resistance to corrosion;
spraying the underbody, engine compartment, wheel-
house internal parts and other parts with highly pro-
tective wax products;
spraying of plastic parts, with a protective function, in
the most exposed points: underdoor, inner wing parts,
edges, etc.;
use of “open” boxed sections to prevent condensation
and pockets of moisture from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY WARRANTY
Your car is covered by warranty against perforation due
to rust of any original element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, refer to the War-
ranty Booklet.
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Identification data ............................................................... 226
Engine codes - bodywork versions........................................ 228
Engine ................................................................................ 229
Fuel system .........................................................................231
Transmission ....................................................................... 232
Brakes.................................................................................. 232
Suspension .......................................................................... 233
Steering ............................................................................... 233
Wheels ................................................................................ 234
Dimensions ......................................................................... 238
Performance ........................................................................ 239
Weight ................................................................................ 240
Consumables ....................................................................... 242
Fluids and lubricants ........................................................... 244
Fuel consumption ................................................................ 246
CO
2 emissions ..................................................................... 248
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228TECHNICAL DATA
198A4000
198A1000
198A2000
955A4000 (
)
844A1000
198A5000
844A2000 (
)
844AXA1A 00
844AXA1A 00B (*)
844AXB1A 01
844AXB1A 01B (*)
844AXC1A 02C
844AXC1A 02D (*)
844AXF1A 06C (
)
844AXF1A 06D (*)
844AXE1A 04C
844AXE1A 04D (*)
844AXD1A 03C
844AXD1A 03D (*)
844AXG1A 08 (
)
844AXG1A 08B
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS
(*) Versions with 18” wheels
(
) For versions/markets where applicable
(
) Without DPF version
ENGINE CODE BODYWORK VERSION
1.4 Turbo Jet 120 HP
1.4 Turbo Jet 150 HP
1.6 Multijet
1.9 Twin Turbo Multijet
2.0 Multijet
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SUSPENSION
Mc Pherson independent wheel suspension
Interconnected wheels with torsion beam
STEERING
1.4 Turbo Jet - 1.6 Multijet - 1.9 Twin Turbo Multijet - 2.0 Multijet
Gearbox
Parking brake
Rack and pinion with electric steering
10.6/11.2 (*)
(*) With 18” tyres
1.4 Turbo Jet - 1.6 Multijet - 1.9 Twin Turbo Multijet - 2.0 Multijet
Type
Turning circle
(between pavements) m