2012 Lancia Flavia brake

ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESC)
This system enhances directional con-
trol and stability of the vehicle under
various driving conditions. ESC cor-
rects for over/under steering of the
vehicle by applying the brake of the
appropriate wheel to assist in counter-
acting the over/under steer condition.
Engine power may also be reduced to
help the vehicle maintain the desired
path. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle
to determine the vehicle path in-
tended by the driver and compares it
to the actual path of the vehicle. When
the actual path does not match the
intended path, ESC applies the brake
of the appropriate wheel to assist in
counteracting the oversteer or under-
steer condition.
 Over-steer - when the vehicle isturning more than appropriate for
the steering wheel position.
 Under-steer - when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for
the steering wheel position.
WARNING!
The Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) cannot prevent the natural
laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the trac-
tion afforded by prevailing road
conditions. ESC cannot prevent ac-
cidents, including those resulting
from excessive speed in turns, driv-
ing on very slippery surfaces, or hy-
droplaning. ESC also cannot pre-
vent accidents resulting from loss of
vehicle control due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Only
a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can prevent accidents. The capabili-
ties of an ESC equipped vehicle
must never be exploited in a reckless
or dangerous manner which could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the
safety of others. ESC Operating Modes
All ESC equipped vehicles can choose
the following ESC operating modes:
ESC On
This is the normal operating mode for
ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started
the ESC system will be in this mode.
This mode should be used for almost
all driving situations. ESC should
only be turned to “Partial Off” for
specific reasons as noted below.
Partial ESC Mode
This mode is entered by momentarily
pressing the “ESC Off” switch (lo-
cated in the lower switch bank below
the heater/air conditioning controls).
When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS
portion of ESC, except for the limited
slip feature described in the TCS sec-
tion, has been disabled and the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” will be illuminated. All other
stability features of ESC function nor-
mally, with the exception of engine
power reduction. This mode is in-
tended to be used if the vehicle is in
deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions
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 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR)
 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front
 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear
 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
 Type of Vehicle
 Month Day and Hour of Manufac- ture (MDH)
The bar code allows a computer scan-
ner to read the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT
RATING (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable
weight of your vehicle. This includes
driver, passengers, and cargo. The to-
tal load must be limited so that you do
not exceed the GVWR.
GROSS AXLE WEIGHT
RATING (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity
of the front and rear axles. Distribute
the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not
exceed either front or rear GAWR.
WARNING!
Because the front wheels steer the
vehicle, it is important that you do
not exceed the maximum front or
rear GAWR. A dangerous driving
condition can result if either rating is
exceeded. You could lose control of
the vehicle and have a collision.
OVERLOADING
The load carrying components (axle,
springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of your
vehicle will provide satisfactory ser-
vice as long as you do not exceed the
GVWR and front and rear GAWR.
The best way to figure out the total
weight of your vehicle is to weigh it
when it is fully loaded and ready for
operation. Weigh it on a commercial
scale to ensure that it is not over the
GVWR.
Figure out the weight on the front and
rear of the vehicle separately. It is
important that you distribute the load
evenly over the front and rear axles. Overloading can cause potential
safety hazards and shorten useful ser-
vice life. Heavier axles or suspension
components do not necessarily in-
crease the
vehicle's GVWR.
LOADING
To load your vehicle properly, first
figure out its empty weight, axle by
axle and side by side. Store heavier
items down low and be sure you dis-
tribute their weight as evenly as pos-
sible. Stow all loose items securely
before driving. If weighing the loaded
vehicle shows that you have exceeded
either GAWR, but the total load is
within the specified GVWR, you must
redistribute the weight. Improper
weight distribution can have an ad-
verse effect on the way your vehicle
steers and handles and the way the
brakes operate.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not
recommended.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the
Ground All Models
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow Front
OK
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OK
RECREATIONAL TOWING –
ALL MODELS
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY
if the front wheels are OFF the
ground. This may be accomplished
using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If
using a tow dolly, follow this proce-
dure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the
tow vehicle, following the dolly
manufactur er's instructions. 2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow
dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake.
Place the transmission in PARK.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to
the dolly, following the dolly
manu-
factur er's instructions.
CAUTION!
 DO NOT flat tow this vehicle.
Damage to the drivetrain will r e-
sult.
 Towing this vehicle in violation of
the above requirements can cause
severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.
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WARNING!(Continued)
 A loose TIREFIT kit thrown for-
ward in a collision or hard stop
could endanger the occupants of
the vehicle. Always stow the
TIREFIT kit in the place pro-
vided. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you,
your passengers, and others
around you.
 Take care not to allow the con-
tents of TIREFIT to come in con-
tact with hair, eyes, or clothing.
TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled,
swallowed, or absorbed through
the skin. It causes skin, eye, and
respiratory irritation. Flush im-
mediately with plenty of water if
there is any contact with eyes or
skin. Change clothing as soon as
possible, if there is any contact
with clothing.
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WARNING!(Continued)
 TIREFIT Sealant solution con-
tains latex. In case of an allergic
reaction or rash, consult a physi-
cian immediately. Keep TIREFIT
out of reach of children. If swal-
lowed, rinse mouth immediately
with plenty of water and drink
plenty of water. Do not induce
vomiting! Consult a physician im-
mediately.
SEALING A TIRE WITH
TIREFIT
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use
TIREFIT:
1. Pull over to a safe location and
turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning
flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the
wheel with the deflated tire) is in a
position that is near to the ground.
This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses
(6) and (7) to reach the valve stem
and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the
ground. This will provide the best po-
sitioning of the kit when injecting the
sealant into the deflated tire and run- ning the air pump. Move the vehicle as
necessary to place the valve stem in
this position before proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK
(auto transmission) or in Gear
(manual transmission) and turn Off
the ignition.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT:
1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to
the Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and
then remove the cap from the fitting
at the end of the hose.
3. Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the
ground next to the deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve
stem and then screw the fitting at the
end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the
valve stem.
5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and in-
sert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt
power outlet.
NOTE:
Do not remove foreign objects (e.g.,
screws or nails) from the tire.
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(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant
Into The Deflated Tire:
 Always start the engine beforeturning ON the TIREFIT kit.
NOTE:
Manual transmission vehicles
must have the parking brake en-
gaged and the shift lever in NEU-
TRAL.
 After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will
flow from the Sealant Bottle (1)
through the Sealant Hose (6) and
into the tire.
NOTE:
Sealant may leak out through the
puncture in the tire.
If the sealant (white fluid) does not
flow within 0 – 10 seconds through
the Sealant Hose (6):
1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn
Off the TIREFIT kit. Disconnect the
Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem.
Make sure the valve stem is free of
debris. Reconnect the Sealant Hose
(6) to the valve stem. Check that the
Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode.
Press the Power Button (4) to turn On
the TIREFIT kit.
2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a
different 12 Volt power outlet in your
vehicle or another vehicle, if avail-
able. Make sure the engine is running
before turning ON the TIREFIT kit.
3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be
empty due to previous use. Call for
assistance.
NOTE:
If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on
Air Mode and the pump is operat-
ing, air will dispense from the Air
Pump Hose (7) only, not the Seal-
ant Hose (6).
If the sealant (white fluid) does
flow
through the Sealant Hose (6):
1. Continue to operate the pump un-
til sealant is no longer flowing
through hose (typically takes 30 -
70 seconds). As the sealant flows
through the Sealant Hose (6), the
Pressure Gauge (3) can read as high
as 5 Bar. The Pressure Gauge (3) will
decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi (5 Bar) to the actual tire pres-
sure when the Sealant Bottle (1) is
empty.
2. The pump will start to inject air
into the tire immediately after the
Sealant Bottle (1) is empty. Continue
to operate the pump and inflate the
tire to the pressure indicated on the
tire pressure label on the driver-side
latch pillar (recommended pressure).
Check the tire pressure by looking at
the Pressure Gauge (3).
If the tire does not inflate to at least
1.8 Bar pressure within 15 min-
utes:
 The tire is too badly damaged. Do
not attempt to drive the vehicle fur-
ther. Call for assistance.
NOTE:
If the tire becomes over-inflated,
press the Deflation Button to re-
duce the tire pressure to the rec-
ommended inflation pressure be-
fore continuing.
If the tire inflates to the recom-
mended pressure or is at least 1.8
Bar pressure within 15 minutes:
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PREPARATIONS FOR
JUMP-START
The battery in your vehicle is located
between the left front headlight as-
sembly and the left front wheel splash
shield. To allow jump-starting there
are remote battery posts located on
the left side of the engine compart-
ment.WARNING!
 Take care to avoid the radiatorcooling fan whenever the hood is
raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be
injured by moving fan blades.
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WARNING!(Continued)
 Remove any metal jewelry such as
watch bands or bracelets that
might make an inadvertent elec-
trical contact. You could be seri-
ously injured.
 Batteries contain sulfuric acid
that can burn your skin or eyes
and generate hydrogen gas which
is flammable and explosive. Keep
open flames or sparks away from
the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the
automatic transmission into PARK
and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all
unnecessary electrical accessories.
3. Remove the protective cover over
the remote positive (+)battery post.
To remove the cover, press the locking
tab and pull upward on the cover. 4. If using another vehicle to jump-
start the battery, park the vehicle
within the jumper cables reach, set
the parking brake and make sure the
ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each
other as this could establish a
ground connection and personal in-
jury could result.
JUMP-STARTING
PROCEDUREWARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure
could result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive (+) Post (cov-
ered with protective cap)
2 — Remote Negative (-) Post
Locking Tab
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CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the
wheels may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the shift lever in
NEUTRAL for at least one minute
after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheat-
ing and reduce the risk of transmis-
sion failure during prolonged efforts
to free a stuck vehicle.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with
Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
turn the system to Partial OFF be-
fore attempting to “rock” the ve-
hicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control” in “Starting And Operat-
ing” for further information.CAUTION!
 When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between DRIVE and
REVERSE, do not spin the wheels
faster than 24 km/h, or drivetrain
damage may result.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
 Revving the engine or spinning
the wheels too fast may lead to
transmission overheating and
failure. It can also damage the
tires. Do not spin the wheels above
48 km/h while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be danger-
ous. Forces generated by excessive
wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A
tire could explode and injure some-
one. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels faster than 48 km/h or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously
without stopping when you are stuck
and do not let anyone near a spin-
ning wheel, no matter what the
speed.
SHIFT LEVER
OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift
lever cannot be moved out of the
PARK position, you can use the fol- lowing procedure to temporarily
move the shift lever:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the cupholder liner.
3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN
position without starting the engine.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure
on the brake pedal.
5. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool
into the hole at the front of the cup-
holder and push and hold the override
lever forward.
6. Move the shift lever into the NEU-
TRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in
NEUTRAL.
8. Reinstall the cupholder liner.
Shift Lever Override
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L . . . . . . . . . . . 181
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . . 182
 REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182  ENGINE OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
 ENGINE OIL FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
 ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER . . . . . . . . . . 184
 MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY . . . . . . . . . 185
 AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . 186
 A/C AIR FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
 BODY LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
 WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES . . . . . . . . . . . 188
 ADDING WASHER FLUID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
 EXHAUST SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
 COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
 BRAKE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
 APPEARANCE CARE AND PROTECTIONFROM CORROSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
 CLEANING CENTER CONSOLE CUPHOLDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
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