2010 Lancia Delta wheel

116GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING THE CITY
FUNCTION fig. 74
Press button A to turn the function on/off.
When the function is active, the CITY warning light on
the instrument panel turns on.
With CITY function on, wheel effort is lighter, facilitat-
ing parking manoeuvres: the function is particularly help-
ful when driving in city centres.
FAILURE INDICATIONS
Any failure of the power steering is indicated by instru-
ment panel warning light gcoming on together with a
message on the reconfigurable multifunctional display. In
the event of electric power steering system failure, the
car can be driven with mechanical steering.
IMPORTANT In some circumstances, factors independent
of the electric power steering could cause the illumination
of the gwarning light on the instrument panel.
In this case, stop the car immediately, switch off the en-
gine for about 20 seconds and then restart the engine. If
thegwarning light remains on, together with the mes-
sage on the reconfigurable multifunctional display, con-
tact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
fig. 74L0E0057m
Under no circumstances should after-market
operations be carried out involving steering
system or steering column modifications (e.g.:
installation of anti-theft device). This could nega-
tively affect performance and safety, cause the lapse
of the warranty and also result in vehicle non-com-
pliance with type-approval requirements.
On some versions, with the CITY function ac-
tivated, the SPORT function is not available.
To activate the SPORT function, deactivate the
CITY function and vice versa, because they are re-
ciprocally incompatible.
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IMPORTANT The steering may become slightly stiff fol-
lowing parking manoeuvres involving a lot of steering.
This is normal and is caused by a system to prevent the
motor from overheating. No servicing is required. The
power steering system will return to normal operation the
next time the car is used.T.P.M.S. SYSTEM
(Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car may be equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring
system (T.P.M.S.). This system comprises a radio fre-
quency transmitter fitted to each wheel (on the wheel rim
inside the tyre), which is able to send information on the
tyre inflation pressure of each wheel to the control unit.
IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT THE
T.P.M.S. SYSTEM
The fault indications are not stored and will therefore not
be displayed after the engine has been switched off and
then on again. If the fault conditions persist, the control
unit will send the relative indications to the instrument
panel only after the vehicle has been in motion for a short
time.
Before servicing the car, always switch off the
engine and remove the key from the ignition
to activate the steering lock. This is especially
important when the car wheels do not touch the
ground. If this is not possible (the key must be on
MAR or the engine must be running), remove the
main fuse that protects the electric power steering.
The T.P.M.S.system is not able to detect sud-
den tyre inflation pressure losses (for exam-
ple when a tyre explodes). In this case stop
the car, braking with care and avoiding sharp steer-
ing actions.
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Replacing the normal tyres with winter tyres
and vice versa requires the inspection of the
T.P.M.S. system, which should only be car-
ried out by a Lancia Dealership.
The T.P.M.S. system requires the use of spe-
cific equipment. Contact a Lancia Dealer-
ship to find out which accessories are com-
patible with the system (wheels, hub caps etc.). The
use of other accessories may affect the normal op-
eration of the system.
Tyre inflation pressure may vary according
to outdoor temperature. The T.P.M.S. system
may temporarily indicate insufficient pres-
sure. In this case check the tyre inflation pressure
with the tyres cold and, if necessary, top up the in-
flation pressure.
If the vehicle is fitted with a T.P.M.S, when
a tyre is removed, it is advisable to replace
the rubber gasket for the valve. Contact a
Lancia Dealership.
If the vehicle is fitted with a T.P.M.S., tyre
and wheel fitting/removal operations require
specific precautions. To avoid damaging or
fitting the sensors incorrectly, tyre and wheel fit-
ting/removal operations should only be carried out
by specialists. Contact a Lancia Dealership.
Particularly strong radio frequency interfer-
ence may cause the T.P.M.S. system to func-
tion incorrectly. This condition is indicated
to the driver by a warning light or symbol
nlight-
ing up on the display together with a dedicated mes-
sage. The warning message will go off automati-
cally as soon as the radio-frequency noise ceases to
disturb the system.
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Contact a
Lancia Dealership
Repairing a damaged
wheel
Contact a
Lancia Dealership
–
Contact a
Lancia Dealership.
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NO
NO
YES
YES
YESYES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
(*) Given as an alternative in the Owner’s Handbook and available at Lineaccessori Lancia.
(**) Not swapped (tyres must stay on the same side).
In order to use the system properly, refer to the following table when you have to change wheels/tyres:
Operation Presence of sensor Indication Service Operation
fault Authorised Personnel
Lancia
–
Replacing a wheel with the
spare wheel
Replacing the wheels
with winter tyres
Replacing the wheels
with winter tyres
Replacing the wheels
with others of a different size (*)
Swapping the wheels
(front/rear) (**)
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MAGIC PARKING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Magic Parking system notifies the driver of a free par-
allel parking space that is a suitable length for the vehi-
cle; it helps the driver when manoeuvring by automati-
cally managing the movement of the steering wheel.During the manoeuvre the driver is also assisted by infor-
mation from the parking sensors (4 front and 4 rear) which
provide further distance information when approaching
obstacles in front of and behind the vehicle.
When looking for a parking space it is helpful if the front
and rear sensors are not activated, whilst during the ma-
noeuvre, the front and rear sensors will be automatically
activated when reverse gear is engaged.
The ultimate responsibility when parking,
however, always rests with the driver. Dur-
ing the entire manoeuvre it it always neces-
sary to make sure that there are no people or ani-
mals in the space.
Parking sensors are designed to assist drivers:
in all cases, you must always pay the utmost
attention during potentially dangerous ma-
noeuvres, even when these are carried out a low
speed: the Magic Parking system does NOT in nay
way adjust the speed of the vehicle during the ma-
noeuvre, the control of the acceleration speed and
braking remain the responsibility of the driver.
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❍Identification: if the system identifies a free parking
space that is a suitable size for the vehicle, it signals its
presence and indicates the actions required for starting the
manoeuvre.
❍Manoeuvre: the driver is asked to engage reverse gear
and leave the steering wheel and manage the accelerator,
brake and clutch (in the case of manual transmission) or
accelerator and brake (in the case of automatic transmis-
sion). The system manages the steering wheel automat-
ically when reverse gear is engaged in the parking posi-
tion.
It suggests that the manoeuvre be concluded in reverse
gear (if the conditions permit) when the continuous sound
of the buzzer for the rear sensors is heard.
IMPORTANT The MANOEUVRE stage in the system log-
ic is deactivated after about 3 mins if the parking ma-
noeuvre has not been completed.❍Conclusion: If parking space is big enough, the ma-
noeuvre is completed by the system in one stage and the
positioning of the vehicle does not require any further in-
tervention on behalf of the driver. If further corrective
manoeuvres are required, the system returns control to the
driver who must complete the manoeuvre manually.
IMPORTANT Steering will be realigned after reversing
when reverse gear is disengaged. The driver must com-
plete the manoeuvre by hand.
The operation of the parking assistance is
based on different components:
❍front and rear parking sensors;
❍side sensors;
❍electric steering;
❍wheels and braking system;
❍instrument panel.
It is necessary to bear in mind that a malfunction
in one of these systems could compromise the op-
eration of the Magic Parking system.
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If the driver carries out a voluntary or involuntary action
on the steering during the parking manoeuvre (touching it
or preventing its movement), the manoeuvre will be in-
terrupted.
If the road surface is very uneven or there are obstacles un-
der the wheels affecting the movement of the vehicle, pre-
venting it from continuing along the correct trajectory, the
manoeuvre may be interrupted.
Conclusion of manoeuvre
If the size of parking space permits, the parking manoeu-
vre may be performed in one go, when reverse gear is re-
leased the wheels will be realigned and the manoeuvre will
be considered completed and the system will consequent-
ly be deactivated. If the size of the parking space is small-
er, it may take several manoeuvres, the driver will be ad-
vised to complete the parking manoeuvre manually via a
dedicated messages in the instrument panel display. General warnings
❍The ultimate responsibility when parking and carrying
out other dangerous manoeuvres always rests with the dri-
ver. Always make sure that there are no people, animals or
objects in the way when carrying out these manoeuvres.
The Magic Parking system (like parking sensors) is de-
signed to assist drivers: in all cases, you must always pay
the utmost attention during potentially dangerous ma-
noeuvres, even when these are carried out a low speed:
❍If the sensors are affected by impacts that alter their
position, the operation of the system may be greatly re-
duced.
❍If the sensors are dirty, covered in snow, ice, mud or
paint, the operation of the system could be greatly reduced.
❍It is vital that the sensors are always clean in order for
the system to work properly. Take great care when clean-
ing the sensors not to scratch or damage them; avoid us-
ing dry, rough or hard cloths. The sensors should be washed
with clean water with possibly some car shampoo added.
In washing stations, clean the sensors quickly, keeping the
steam jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 10 cm
away from the sensors.
If you wish to stop the steering wheel with
your hands during a manoeuvre, it is advis-
able to handle it firmly on the outer rim. Do
not try and keep your hands on the inside or hold
the actual spokes.
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❍Ultrasound sources (e.g. pneumatic brakes on lorries
or pneumatic hammers) in the vicinity may affect the per-
formance of the sensors.
❍The sensors could detect an object that is not there
(echo disturbance) caused by mechanical disturbances, for
example: washing the car, rain, extreme wind conditions,
hail.
❍The sensors might not detect objects of a particular
shape or made from particular materials (very thin poles,
trailer beams, panels, nets, bushes, parking deterrents, rub-
bish bins, motor vehicles, etc.). Always take great care
check that the vehicle and its path are effectively compat-
ible with the parking area identified by the system.
❍The use of (one or more) tyres or wheels of a different
size to those at the time the vehicle was purchased could
affect the operation of the system.
❍If the battery is disconnected or very run down, before
the Magic Parking system is available it is necessary to dri-
ve a few hundred metres, not in a straight line, to initial-
ize the system.
❍If a trailer is fitted (with the plug correctly inserted) the
Magic Parking system will automatically be disabled.❍If the Magic Parking system is in the “search in
progress” mode, the system could incorrectly identify a
parking space and carry out the manoeuvre (e.g. by a junc-
tion, carriage track, roads crossing the direction of travel,
etc.)
❍In the case of parking manoeuvres on roads on a gra-
dient, the performance of the system could be inferior and
it may deactivate.
❍If a parking manoeuvre is being carried out between
two parked vehicles alongside the pavement, the Magic
Parking system may cause the vehicle to mount the pave-
ment.
❍Some manoeuvres at very tight bends may not be car-
ried out.
❍Take great care to ensure that conditions do not change
during the parking manoevure (e.g. if there are persons
and/or animals in the parking area, moving vehicles, etc.)
and intervene immediately if necessary.
❍During parking manoeuvres, pay special attention to
vehicles approaching from the opposite direction. Always
follow the Highway Code.
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