2010 Lancia Delta ABS

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Glow plug preheating
This warning light comes on when the key is
turned to MAR. It will go out as soon as the glow
plugs have reached a predetermined temperature.
Start the engine as soon as the warning light goes out.
IMPORTANT At high outdoor temperatures the warning
light stays on for an extremely short time.
Glow plug heating failure
The warning light will blink in the event of a failure in the
glow plug preheating system. Go to a Lancia Dealership
as soon as possible.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Water in diesel fuel filter (Multijet
versions) (amber)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after
a few seconds. The warning light turns on when there is
water in the diesel fuel filter. The display will show a ded-
icated message.
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The presence of water in the fuel system circuit
may cause severe damage to the injection sys-
tem and irregular engine operation. If the
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warning light comes on (together with a message on the
display on some versions), go to a Lancia Dealership
as soon as possible to have the system bled. Water may
have been introduced in the tank if this appears im-
mediately after refuelling: in this case, stop the engine
immediately and contact a Lancia Dealership.
ABS system failure (amber)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after a
few seconds. The warning light lights up when the
system is either not working or not available. Under these cir-
cumstances the braking system will work as normal with-
out the extra performance offered by the ABS system.
Drive carefully to the nearest Lancia Dealership to have the
system checked.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Lancia Code system failure (amber)
This warning light (or symbol on the display),
when on constantly with the ignition key turned
to MAR, indicates a possible failure (see “Lancia
Code system” in chapter 1).
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104GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
REACTIVE SUSPENSION
SYSTEM
This system interacts with the Sport function (see chap-
ter “1” in “Sport function”).
The SPORT button, fig. 70, can be used to select two dri-
ving settings depending on the type of route and the road
surface:
– with the button released: “normal” mode;
– with the button pressed: SPORT mode.In the “normal” operating mode the active shock absorbers
regulate the vehicle damping, adapting it to the type of
road and the driving stressed considerably improving dri-
ving comfort especially on unmade roads.
When the SPORT function is activatee, the letter “S” is lit
up in the instrument panel. This function produces a sports
driving setting featuring greater responsiveness during ac-
celeration and a sports driving feeling with the steering,
as well as the regulation and distribution of the damping
at the shock absorbers guaranteeing greater vehicle pre-
cision and reaction, whilst maintaining a good level of
comfort. The driver will notice that the vehicle is more
precise when entering bends and quicker in changing di-
rection.
fig. 70L0E0058m
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SWITCHING OFF THE SYSTEM
Manual method
The system can be deactivated by pressing button A-fig. 71
on the dashboard.
Confirmation of system deactivation is signalled by the
LED on the button going out and a message 1-fig. 72 ap-
pearing on the display.
Automatic method
The system can be deactivated automatically (if the sys-
tem is required it will therefore need to be reactivated).
The driver is advised that the system has been turned off au-
tomatically by three consecutive acoustic signals and the mes-
sage 1 – fig. 72 in the instrument panel display after the fol-
lowing situations:
❍the driver does not keep his hands on the steering wheel
(indication 2-fig. 72 is shown on the instrument pan-
el and a buzzer sounds until the driver places his hands
back on the wheel. This is considered a dangerous con-
dition and the system is automatically deactivated);
❍triggering of the vehicle safety systems (ABS, ESP,
ASR, DST and TTC);
❍the driver sets the sports driving pressing the SPORT
button (for versions/markets, where provided).
WARNING: the system cannot be activated if the driver
has previously selected the sport driving mode. The im-
possibility of using the system will be communicated to
the driver by three consecutive beeps and by the displayed
message 1 in fig. 72.SYSTEM FAILURE
In the event of a malfunction, the system reports the fault
via a message 3-fig. 72 appearing on the display and a
buzzer sounding.
IMPORTANT
The driving advisor is unable to operate following a malfunc-
tion in any of the following safety systems: ABS, ESP, ASR,
DST and TTC.
In the presence of indistinct, overlapping or
missing lane markings, the lane assistance
function is unable to aid the driver and the
system will be deactivated.
The driving advisor is not an automatic dri-
ving system and cannot replace the driver in
controlling the vehicle trajectory. The driver
is personally responsible for maintaining a suitable
level of concentration as traffic and road conditions
require, and for safely controlling the vehicle’s tra-
jectory.
The operation of the lane assistance function may be com-
promised by adverse visibility conditions (rain, fog, snow),
extreme lighting conditions (solar glare, darkness) or dirt
or damage, even partial, to the windscreen in the area
around the video camera.
The area of the windscreen by the TV camera should not
be partly or totally obscured by objects (e.g. stickers, pro-
tective film, etc.)
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110GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
ADVANCED ESP SYSTEM
(ELECTRONIC STABILITY
PROGRAM)
This is an electronic system that controls car stability in
the event of tyre grip loss.
The Advanced ESP system is therefore particularly use-
ful when road surface grip conditions change.
With the ESP system as well as the ASR (traction control
with intervention on the brakes and the engine) plus the
HILL HOLDER (device for hill starts without using the
brakes) and also MSR (adjustment of engine braking force
with gear downshift), HBA (automatic increase in brak-
ing pressure during emergency braking), ABS (prevent-
ing the wheels from locking and slipping on all road sur-
faces during sharp braking and DST (application of force
on the steering wheel for steering correction) functions are
all available.SYSTEM INTERVENTION
This is signalled by the blinking of warning light áon the
instrument panel, to inform the driver that the car is in
critical stability and grip conditions.
Switching the system on
The Advanced ESP system is automatically activated when
the car is started and cannot be de-activated.
Failure indications
In the event of a failure, the Advanced ESP system will be
automatically switched off and warning light áwill appear
on the instrument panel along with a message on the re-
configurable multifunctional display. The LED on the ASR
OFF button will also light up (see “Instrument panel warn-
ing lights”). In this case contact a Lancia Dealership.
The performance of the Advanced ESP sys-
tem should not encourage the driver to take
unnecessary risks. Your driving style should
always take road conditions, visibility and traffic
into account. The driver is ultimately responsible
for road safety .
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System activation is signalled by a message on the recon-
figurable multifunctional display.
When the system is deactivated, the LED on the ASR OFF
button turns on and a message appears on the reconfig-
urable multifunctional display. If the ASR system is de-
activated when travelling, it is automatically turned on by
the system the next time the vehicle is started.
It may be useful to switch off the ASR system when dri-
ving on snow-covered roads with snow chains fitted: in
these conditions, slipping of the drive wheels during take-
off provides better traction.
TTC system
(Electronic self-locking differential)
THIS system is an integral part of the ASR system, which
cuts in when cornering to provide torque to the outside
wheel and braking action to the inside wheel.
In this way the effect of a self-locking differential is sim-
ulated, increasing the sportiness of the car and improv-
ing cornering.ABS SYSTEM
This is an integral part of the braking system, which pre-
vents the wheels from locking or slipping regardless of road
surface conditions and braking intensity, giving the best
control during emergency braking.
The system is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking
Force Distribution), which distributes the braking action
between front and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To achieve maximum efficiency of the brak-
ing system, a settlement period of about 500 km is re-
quired: during this time, avoid sudden, repeated and pro-
longed braking.
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114GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION
Intervention of the ABS is detected by a slight pulsing of
the brake pedal accompanied by a noise: such an event
indicates that you need to adjust your speed to the type of
road on which you are travelling.FAILURE INDICATIONS
ABS failure
This is signalled by the warning light >on the instru-
ment panel coming on together with a message on the re-
configurable multifunctional display.
In this case, the braking system will work as normal with-
out the extra performance offered by the ABS system. Dri-
ve carefully to the nearest Lancia Dealership to have the
system checked.
EBD failure
This is signalled by the warning lights >andxon the
instrument panel coming on, together with a message on
the reconfigurable multifunctional display.
In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the
vehicle may swerve when braking sharply. Drive careful-
ly to the nearest Lancia Dealership to have the system
checked.
When the ABS cuts in, and you feel the brake
pedal pulsating, do not remove your foot, but
keep it pressed; in doing so you will stop in
the shortest amount of space possible under the cur-
rent road conditions.
When the ABS intervenes, it means that you
are approaching the grip limit between tyres
and road: it is necessary to slow down to ad-
just the speed according to available grip.
The ABS exploits the tyre-road grip at the
best, but it cannot improve it; you should
therefore take every care when driving on
slippery surfaces and not take unnecessary risks.
If the xwarning light on the instrument
panel comes on only, with a message on the
multifunctional reconfigurable display, stop
the car immediately and contact the nearest Lancia
Dealership. Leakage of hydraulic fluid from the
braking system will compromise the functionality
of the braking system, affecting both the conven-
tional brakes and the ABS.
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❍The sensor detects objects that are not there (“echo dis-
turbance”) caused by mechanical disturbances, for ex-
ample: washing the car, rain (extreme wind condi-
tions), hail.
❍The indications sent by the sensor can also be altered
by the presence of ultrasound devices (e.g. pneumat-
ic brake systems or pneumatic drills) near the car.
❍Parking sensor system performance can also be influ-
enced by the position of the sensors, for example due to
a change in the ride setting (caused by wear to the shock
absorbers, suspension), or by overloading the vehicle and
carrying out specific tuning operations that require the
vehicle to be lowered. The ultimate responsibility when parking
and carrying out other dangerous manoeu-
vres still rests with the driver. When park-
ing, make sure that no-one is standing in the area,
especially children or animals. Parking sensors are
designed to assist drivers: in all cases, you must al-
ways pay the utmost attention during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even when these are carried
out a low speed.
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If the obstacle is located at the side, it is detected at dis-
tances of less than 0.6 m.
OPERATION WITH TRAILER
The operation of the sensors is automatically deactivated
when the trailer electric plug is inserted in the car tow hook
socket. The sensors are automatically enabled again when
the trailer cable plug is removed.
IMPORTANT If you wish to leave the tow hook fitted when
there is no trailer, it is advisable to go to a Lancia Deal-
ership to have the system updated because the tow hook
could be detected as an obstacle by the centre sensors.
FAILURE INDICATIONS
Either symbol
S(if the Magic Parking system is fitted),
or symbol
t(if the Magic Parking is not fitted) will light
up on the display in combination with a message or with
instrument panel warning light
èif parking sensor faults
are detected.
GENERAL WARNINGS
During parking manoeuvres, pay the utmost attention to
any obstacles that could be located above or below the sen-
sors.
Under certain circumstances objects located in front of
or behind the vehicle may not be detected and could there-
fore cause damage to the vehicle or be damaged them-
selves.The following conditions may influence the performance
of the parking sensor system:
❍Reduced sensor sensitivity and reduced parking aid
system performance could be caused by the presence of
the following on the surface of the sensors: ice, snow, mud,
multiple layers of paint.
❍The sensors detect objects that are not there (“echo dis-
turbance”) caused by mechanical disturbances, for ex-
ample: washing the car, rain (extreme wind conditions),
hail.
❍The signals sent by the sensors can also be altered by
the presence of ultrasound devices (e.g. pneumatic brake
systems or pneumatic drills) near the car.
❍The performance of the parking assistance system may
also be affected by the position of the sensors. For ex-
ample, if the geometry is altered (as a result of wear of the
shock absorbers, suspension) or the tyres are changed, the
vehicle is too heavily laden, specific tuning is carried out
that lowers the vehicle.
❍The detection of obstacles at the top part of the vehi-
cle may not be guaranteed because the system detects ob-
stacles that could cause an impact with the vehicle in the
bottom part.
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