168SAFETY
PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON ISOFIX CHILD SEAT USE
The table below shows the different installation possibilities of Isofix restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix fas-
teners in compliance with European standard ECE 16.
IUF: suitable for Isofix child restraint systems which face forwards, universal class (fitted with third upper fastener), approved for
the weight group.
IL: suitable for special child restraint systems. Isofix type suitable and tested for this type of car.
X: Isofix position not suitable for Isofix child seats in this group of weight and/or class.
Weight group Child seat position Class Isofix size Rear side Isofix
position
Portable cradle Side F-G IL
Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards E IL
Facing backwards E IL
Group 0+ up to 13 kg Facing backwards D IL
Facing backwards C IL
Facing backwards D IL
Facing backwards C IL
Group 1: 9 to 18 kg Facing forwards B IUF
Facing forwards B1 IUF
Facing forwards A IUF
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SAFETY169
FRONT AIR BAGS
The car is provided with front air bags for the driver and
the passenger, driver’s knee air bag (for versions/markets
where provided) and front side bags (side bags – window
bags).
The front air bags (driver, passenger driver’s knee bag)
protect the occupants of the front seats in the event of
moderate to serious front impacts by positioning the bag
between the occupant and the steering wheel or the dash-
board.
Therefore non-activation in other types of collisions (side
collisions, rear shunts, roll-overs, etc.) is not a system
malfunction.
An electronic control unit will make the bag inflate in the
event of a frontal impact.
The bag will inflate instantaneously placing itself be-
tween the front occupants body and the structures which
could cause injury. It will deflate immediately afterwards.
The front airbags (driver’s, passenger’s, driver’s knee air
bags) do not replace but rather complement the seat
belts, which you are always recommended to wear, as
specified by law in Europe and most non-European coun-
tries.
In the event of an impact, someone not wearing a seat belt
could move forward and come into contact with a bag
which is still in the opening phase. The protection offered
by the bag is reduced in such a case.The front air bags may not be activated in the following
situations:
❍front collisions against highly deformable objects not
affecting the front surface of the car (e.g. bumper col-
lision against guard rail, etc.);
❍car wedging under other vehicles or protective barri-
ers (e.g. trucks or guard rails);
they may not provide any additional protection compared
with seat belts, so their activation would be inappropri-
ate. Therefore, failure to come into action in the above
circumstances does not mean that the system is not work-
ing properly.
Do not apply stickers or other objects on the
steering wheel, on the dashboard in the pas-
senger side airbag area, on side upholstery
on roof and on the seats. Never put objects (e.g. mo-
bile phones) on the passenger’s side dashboard since
they could interfere with proper air bag inflation
and also cause serious injury to the passengers.
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KNEE BAG ON DRIVER’S SIDE fig. 9
(for versions/markets where provided)
It consists of an instantly cushion housed into a special
compartment provided for the purpose under the lower
post guard at driver’s knee level, designed to give fur-
ther protection in the event of frontal impact.MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF PASSENGER FRONT
AIR BAG AND SIDE BAG
Should it be absolutely necessary to carry a child on the
front seat, the passenger front and side airbags can be de-
activated.
The instrument panel warning light
“will stay on con-
stantly until the passenger front air bag and the Side Bag
are reactivated.
IMPORTANT To deactivate the passenger’s front air bag
and the Side Bag (for versions/markets where provided),
refer to paragraphs “Multifunction display” and “Recon-
figurable multifunction display” in chapter “1”.
SERIOUS DANGER: never place cradle
child seats facing backwards on the front
passenger’s seat of cars with active passen-
ger’s air bag. Deployment of the airbag in an
accident could cause fatal injuries to the
child. Always deactivate the passenger air bag
when placing a child seat on the front seat. Move
the passenger’s seat as far back as possible to avoid
contact between the child seat and the dashboard.
Even when this is not mandatory by law, the air
bag should be immediately reactivated when chil-
dren are no longer carried to ensure better protec-
tion for the adults.
fig. 9L0E0069m
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With ignition key inserted, on MAR, even if
the engine is off, the air bags can activate
with the car stopped, if it is hit by another
vehicle. For this reason, children must never sit on
the front seat, even if the car is not moving. We re-
mind you that if the key is inserted and turned to
STOP, no safety device (air bag or pretensioner) is
activated following a collision; non-deployment in
such cases is consequently not the sign of a fault.
When the key is turned to MAR, the warn-
ing light “turns on, flashing for a few sec-
onds, to remind you that the passenger air
bag will activate in the event of a collision, then it
turns off.
Do not wash the seats with pressurized wa-
ter jets or steam (manually or at automatic
washing stations).
The front air bags deploy in the event of more
severe collisions than those required for de-
ploying the pretensioners. For collisions in
the range between the two activation thresholds,
pretensioner activation alone is normal.
Do not hook rigid objects to clothes hangers
and support handles.
The airbag does not replace seat belts; it in-
creases their effectiveness. Furthermore,
since front air bags are not deployed in low
speed collisions, side collisions, rear-end shunts or
roll-overs, the passengers are only protected by the
seat belts which must be fastened at all times.
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STARTING AND DRIVING181
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake lever is located between the two front
seats.
Pull the lever upwards to operate the handbrake, until
the vehicle is braked.
The car should be braked after a few clicks
of the lever; if it is not, contact a Lancia
Dealership to have it adjusted.
When the handbrake is on and the ignition key is at MAR,
the instrument panel warning light xwill come on.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❍slightly lift the handbrake and press release button
A-fig. 1;
❍keep button A pressed and lower the lever. The warn-
ing light xon the instrument panel will turn off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this operation
to prevent the car from moving accidentally. PARKING THE VEHICLE
Proceed as follows:
❍stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
❍engage a gear (on a slope, engage first gear if the car
is facing uphill or reverse if it is facing downhill) and
leave the wheels steered.
If the car is parked on a steep slope, it is also advisable
to block the wheels with a wedge or stone.
Do not leave the ignition key turned to MAR to prevent
draining the battery. Always remove the key when you
leave the car.
Never leave children in the unattended car. Always re-
move the ignition key when leaving the car and take it
out with you.
fig. 1L0E0072m
256SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
INTERIORS
Periodically check that water is not trapped under the
mats (due to water dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.)
which could cause oxidisation of the sheet metal.
Never use flammable products, such as
petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean the in-
side of the car. The electrostatic charges
which are generated by rubbing during the clean-
ing operation may cause a fire.
Do not keep aerosol cylinders in the vehicle:
risk of explosion. Aerosol cylinders must not
be exposed to a temperature exceeding 50 °C.
When the car is exposed to sunlight, the internal
temperature can greatly exceed this value.
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. It is
advisable to use a moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened with a solution
of water and neutral detergent.
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior parts with a moist cloth
and a solution of water and mild soap. Use specific prod-
ucts for cleaning plastic, without solvents and specifically
designed to prevent damage to the appearance and colour
of the treated parts to remove grease and tough stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol or petroleum to clean the
instrument panel.
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE
AT THE END OF ITS LIFE
Lancia has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the constant improvement of its
production processes and manufacturing products that are increasingly compatible with the ecosystem. To assure
customers of the best possible service in terms of respecting environmental laws and in response to European Direc-
tive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the end of their life, Lancia is offering their customers the opportunity of
handing over their vehicle* at the end of its life without incurring any additional costs.
The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over the last keeper or owner should not incur any
expenses as a result of its market value. In particular, in almost all European Union countries, until 1
stJanuary 2007,
vehicles registered after 1stJuly 2002 will be collected free of charge, whilst from 2007 collection will be free of charge
irrespective of the year of registration as long as the vehicle contains its basic components (in particular, the engine and
bodywork) and has no additional waste.
To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost, go to one of our Lancia dealerships or authorized
collection and scrapping centres. These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high quality service for the collec-
tion, treatment and recycling of vehicles at their end of life, respecting the surrounding environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from a Lancia Dealership or by call-
ing the freephone number 00800 526242 00 or on the Lancia website.
*Vehicle for transporting passengers with a maximum of nine seats with a total permitted weight of 3.5 t
LIST OF CONTENTS287
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Battery
– jump starting ..................190
– recharging ......................226
– replacing ........................245
Bodywork ...........................253
– bodywork versions ..........260
Bonnet ................................100
Boot .................................... 94
Boot light
(bulb replacement) ............217
Brakes .................................264
Bulb (replacement) .............206
– bulb types ......................208
Capacities ...........................275
Car inactivity ......................187
Carrying children safely ......161Central locking ................... 89
Changing a bulb .................206
– changing an exterior bulb .. 210
– changing an interior bulb .. 215
Changing a wheel ................199
Checking fluid levels ...........237
Child safety lock ................. 88
Child seats
(suitability for use) ............168
Cigar lighter ........................ 83
Climatic comfort ................. 56
CO
2emissions .....................280
Code Card ..................... 41-42
Controls .............................. 75
Cornering lights .................. 66
Courtesy mirror lights
(bulb replacement) ............218
ABS ....................................118
Adaptive lights .............. 77-104
Advanced ESP system .........114
AFS (adaptive lights) .... 77-107
Air bag
– front ...............................169
– side ................................172
Air filter/Pollen filter ..........244
Alarm ................................. 46
Ashtray ............................... 84
ASR system .........................116
Assisted parking
(Magic Parking) ................136
Automatic dual zone
climate system ................... 59
Automatic headlight sensor
(dusk sensor) .................... 66