2012 Lancia Delta roof

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE247
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USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING
THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last longer,
observe the following instructions:
❍when you park the car, ensure the doors, tailgate and
bonnet are closed properly, to prevent any light from
remaining on inside the passenger’s compartment;
❍turn off the roof lights, although the car does have an
automatic system for switching off internal lights;
❍do not leave devices (e.g. car radio, hazard lights, etc.)
switched on for a long time when the engine is not
running;
❍before performing any operation on the electrical sys-
tem, disconnect the negative battery cable;
❍battery terminals should always be perfectly tight-
ened.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains under 50% for
a long time, the battery is damaged by sulphation, re-
ducing its capacity and starting attitude.The battery will also be more at risk of freezing (this can
happen as early as −10 °C). In the case of prolonged idle-
ness, refer to the paragraph “Car inactivity”, in chapter
“3”.
If you decide to install electrical accessories after the car
has been purchased which require a permanent electric
power supply (alarm, etc.) or accessories which have
a serious impact on the electrical balance, seek assistance
from a Lancia Dealership because their qualified staff will
suggest the most suitable Lancia Lineaccessori devices
and assess the overall electric consumption, checking
whether the car’s electrical system can cope or whether
a more powerful battery is required.
Since these devices continue to consume energy even when
the engine is off, they gradually run down the battery.

252SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen washer fig. 8
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check that there is
fluid in the reservoir (see “Checking fluid levels” in this
chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not clogged, if nec-
essary clean them using a needle.
The windscreen jets are directed by adjusting the nozzle
angle.
The jets should be directed at about a third of the height
from the top edge of the windscreen.
IMPORTANT In versions with a sun roof, make sure that
the sun roof is closed before operating the front jets.
fig. 8L0E0099m
Rear window washer fig. 9
The rear window washer jets are fixed. The nozzle holder
is on the rear window.
fig. 9L0E0100m

254SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Dry the less visible parts particularly carefully, such as
the door frames, bonnet and the headlight frames, where
water may stagnate more easily. The car should not be
taken to a closed area immediately, but left outside so that
residual water can evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been left in the sun or
with the bonnet hot: this may alter the shine of the paint-
work.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the same way as
the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees; the resinous
substance that many species release give the paint a dull
appearance and increase the possibility of triggering rust-
ing processes. ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aesthetic purpose, but
also protects the underlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately to prevent
rust formation. Use only original paint products for
touch-ups (see “Bodywork paint identification plate” in
the “Technical specifications” section).
Normal maintenance of paintwork consists in washing
the car: the frequency depends on the conditions and en-
vironment where the car is used. For example, in highly
polluted areas, or if the roads are sprayed with salt, it is
wise to wash the car more frequently.
To correctly wash the vehicle, proceed as follows:
❍if taking your car through an automatic car wash, re-
move the aerial from the roof to avoid damaging it;
❍in washing stations keep the steam jet/high pressure
washing nozzles at least 40 cm away from the body-
work to prevent damage. It should be remembered
that the build up of water can damage the car over
a period of time;
❍wash the body using a low pressure jet of water;
❍wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy solution over the
bodywork, frequently rinsing the sponge;
❍rinse well with water and dry with a jet of air or a
chamois leather.

1410
570
1090
950
1980
1300
600
80
601320
570
1090
950
1890
1300/600()
600
80
60
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS273
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WEIGHTS
Weights (kg) 1.4 Turbo Jet
1.4 Turbo Multi Air 1.6 Multijet
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank
filled to 90% and without optional equipment):
Payload (*) including the driver:
Maximum allowed loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:
Towable loads
– trailer with brakes:
– trailer without brakes:
Maximum load on roof:
Maximum load on the ball joint (braked trailer):
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sun roof, tow hook, etc.) the unladen weight increases and consequently the payload will
decrease, still complying with the maximum allowed loads.
(**) Loads not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or on the load carry-
ing platform within the maximum permitted loads.
() 1.4 Turbo Multi Air version

1430
570
1150
950
2000
1300
500
80
601430
570
1150
950
2000
1300
500
80
60
274TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weights (kg) 1.9 Twin Turbo Multijet 2.0 Multijet
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank
filled to 90% and without optional equipment):
Payload (*) including the driver:
Maximum allowed loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:
Towable loads
– trailer with brakes:
– trailer without brakes:
Maximum load on roof:
Maximum load on the ball joint (braked trailer):
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sun roof, tow hook, etc.) the unladen weight increases and consequently the payload will
decrease, still complying with the maximum allowed loads.
(**) Loads not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or on the load carry-
ing platform within the maximum permitted loads.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS279
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the table below are
determined on the basis of the type-approval tests laid
down by specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for measuring con-
sumption:
❍urban cycle: cold starting followed by driving that
simulates urban use of the car;
❍extra-urban cycle: frequent accelerations in all gears,
simulating extra-urban use of the vehicle: speed varies
between 0 and 120 km/h;
❍combined consumption: calculated with a weighting
of about 37% of urban cycle consumption and about
63% of extra-urban consumption.IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic situations,
weather conditions, driving style, general conditions of
the car, trim level/equipment/accessories, load, climate
control system, roof rack, other situations that affect air
drag may lead to different fuel consumption levels than
those measured.
FUEL CONSUMPTION ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE (litres/100 km)
1.4 Turbo Jet
120 HP1.4 Turbo
Multi Air1.6 Multijet
105 HP1.6 Multijet
115 HP/120 HP
1.9 Twin Turbo
Multijet2.0 Multijet
Urban8.17.35.87.36.7
Extra-urban5.24.84.04.74.2
6.35.74.75.75.1Combined5.7
3.9
4.6

290LIST OF CONTENTS
Roof rack/ski rack ..............102
Rubber tubes ......................250
Safety .................................155
Safe lock (device) ................ 45
SBR system .........................157
Seat belts ............................156
Seats ................................... 50
– cleaning ..........................256
– front with electric
lumbar adjustment ......... 51
– front with manual
adjustment ..................... 50
– with electric heating ....... 51
Servicing and care ...............229
– heavy-duty use
of the car ........................235– regular checks ................235
– scheduled servicing .........230
– Scheduled Servicing
Plan ...............................231
Side lights ........................... 67
Snow chains ........................187
Spark plugs .........................261
SPORT function ..................105
Start&Stop (system) ...........121
Starting the engine ..... 178-190
Starting up and driving .......177
Steering ..............................265
Steering wheel ..................... 54
Steering wheel lock ............. 49
Sun visors ........................... 79
Sunroof ............................... 84 Reactive Suspension
System ..............................107
Rear fog lamps .................... 77
Rear fog light ...................... 77
– bulb replacement ............213
Rear window washer ........... 69
Rear window wiper
– blades .............................251
– control ............................ 68
– nozzles ...........................252
Refuelling ...........................152
Remote control (key) .......... 43
Reversing light
(bulb replacement) ............213
Rim Protector (tyres) ..........268
Roof lights .......................... 73