WARNING!(Continued)
Always make sure that objects
cannot fall into the driver footwell
while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
jects can become trapped under
the brake pedal and accelerator
pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
If required, mounting posts must
be properly installed, if not
equipped from the factory.
Failure to properly follow floor mat
installation or mounting can cause
interference with the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal operation
causing loss of control of the vehicle. Periodic Safety Checks You
Should Make Outside The
Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear
and uneven wear patterns. Check for
stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. In-
spect the tread for cuts and cracks.
Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and
bulges. Check the wheel nuts for
tightness. Check the tires (including
spare) for proper cold inflation pres-
sure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation
of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instru-
ment panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching,
and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after over-
night parking for fuel, engine coolant,
oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gaso-
line fumes are detected or if fuel,
power steering fluid, or brake fluid
leaks are suspected, the cause should
be located and corrected immediately.
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SHALLOW STANDING WATER . . . . . . . . . . . 237
POWER STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK . . . . . . . . 238
PARKING BRAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) . . . . . . . . . 240 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE WARNING LIGHT . . . . . 240
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . . 241 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) . . . . . . 241
BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . 242
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) . . 242
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . 244 TIRE PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES . . . . . . . . . . . 245
TIRE PRESSURES FOR HIGH-SPEEDOPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
RADIAL-PLY TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
SPARE TIRE MATCHING ORIGINAL EQUIPPED TIRE AND WHEEL (for
versions/markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . 246
COMPACT SPARE TIRE (for versions/ markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
FULL SIZE SPARE (for versions/markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
LIMITED-USE SPARE (for versions/ markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
TIRE SPINNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
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POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system
will give you good vehicle response
and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will pro-
vide mechanical steering capability if
power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is
interrupted, it will still be possible to
steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially
at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
Increased noise levels at the endof the steering wheel travel are
considered normal and do not
indicate that there is a problem
with the power steering system.
Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering
pump may make noise for a
short amount of time. This is due
to the cold, thick fluid in the
steering system. This noise
should be considered normal, and it does not in any way dam-
age the steering system.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced
power steering assist could pose a
safety risk to yourself and others.
Service should be obtained as soon
as possible.CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering
system at the end of the steering
wheel travel will increase the steer-
ing fluid temperature and it should
be avoided when possible. Damage
to the power steering pump may oc-
cur.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Checking the power steering fluid
level at a defined service interval is
not required. The fluid should only be
checked if a leak is suspected, abnor-
mal noises are apparent, and/or the
system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts
through an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your
power steering system as the chemi-
cals can damage your power steering
components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a
level surface and with the engine off
to prevent injury from moving parts
and to ensure accurate fluid level
reading. Do not overfill. Use only
manufactur er's recommended
power steering fluid.
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the
proper indicated level. With a clean
cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubri-
cants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further in-
formation.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure
that the parking brake is fully applied
and place the shift lever in the PARK
position.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L1 — Air Filter6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Battery 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 10 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
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CAUTION!(Continued)
Car maintenance should be done
at a LANCIA Dealership. For rou-
tine and minor maintenance op-
erations you wish to carry out
yourself, we do recommend you
have the proper equipment, genu-
ine LANCIA spare parts and the
necessary fluids; do not however
carry out these operations if you
have no experience.
Your vehicle has been built with
improved fluids that protect the
performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow ex-
tended maintenance intervals. Do
not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can
damage your engine, transmis-
sion, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. If a flush is needed be-
cause of component malfunction,
use only the specified fluid for the
flushing procedure. ENGINE OIL
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication,
the engine oil must be maintained at
the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel
stop.
The best time to check the engine oil
level is about five minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat
overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is
on level ground will improve the ac-
curacy of the oil level readings. Main-
tain the oil level between the MIN and
MAX markings on the dipstick. Add-
ing one quart of oil when the reading
is at the MIN mark will result in a
MAX reading on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause
oil aeration or loss of oil pressure.
This could damage your engine.
CAUTION!
Car maintenance should be done at
a LANCIA Dealership. For routine
and minor maintenance operations
you wish to carry out yourself, we do
recommend you have the proper
equipment, genuine LANCIA spare
parts and the necessary fluids; do
not however carry out these opera-
tions if you have no experience.
Change Engine Oil – All Engines
The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your
vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for
further information on this system.
Engine Oil Selection – 3.6L
Engine
SAE 5W-30 SELENIA K Power fully
synthetic engine oil that meets FIAT
Classification 9.55535, API SN, IL-
SAC GF-5 or equivalent.
Engine Oil Selection – 2.8L Diesel
Engine
SAE Grade 5W-30 SELENIA MUL-
TIPOWER C3 fully synthetic engine
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CHASSISComponentFluids and Lubricants Specs (Genuine Parts)
Automatic Transmission Totally synthetic lubricant that meets FIAT Classification 9.55550-AV4 (TU-
TELA TRANSMISSION FORCE4, Contractual Technical Reference N°
F108.F11)
Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder Synthetic fluid that meets FIAT Classification 9.55597, FMVSS n° 116, DOT 4,
ISO 4925, SAE J-1704 (TUTELA TOP 4, Contractual Technical Reference N°
F001.A93)
Power Steering Reservoir Totally synthetic lubricant that meets FIAT Classification 9.55550-AV4 (TU-
TELA TRANSMISSION FORCE4, Contractual Technical Reference N°
F108.F11)
Windshield/Rear Window Washer
Fluid Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants that meets FIAT Classification
9.55522, CUNA NC 956-11 (TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35, Contractual
Technical Reference N° F201.D02)
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Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . 65,308
Calibration, Compass . . . 172,181
Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . 311
Caps, FillerFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . 238
Radiator (Coolant
Pressure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . 63
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) . . . . . 148
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . 153
Caution, Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . 33
Cellular Phone . . . . . . . . . 82,208
Center High Mounted Stop
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . 269
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator
Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Checking Your Vehicle For
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Checks, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Child Restraint . . . . . . . . 53,56,57 Child Restraint Tether
Anchors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . 31
Child Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Clean Air Gasoline . . . . . . . . . 257
Cleaning
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Coat Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Coin Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . 227
Compact Disc (CD)
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . 247
Compass . . . . . . . . . 170,172,180
Compass Calibration . . . . 172,181
Compass Variance . . . . . . 170,181
Computer, Trip/Travel . . . . . . 179
Connector
UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Universal Consumer
Interface (UCI) . . . . . . . . . . 187
Conserving Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Console, Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . 136
Console, Removable . . . . . . . . 150
Cool Down, Turbo . . . . . . . . . 229 Coolant Pressure Cap
(Radiator Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Adding Coolant
(Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Coolant Capacity . . . . . . . . 311
Coolant Level . . . . . . . 295,297
Disposal of Used Coolant . . . 297
Drain, Flush, and Refill . . . . 296
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Points to Remember . . . . . . 298
Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Radiator Cap . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze) . . . . . 296,311,312
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . 144,303
Data Recorder, Event . . . . . . . . 52
Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . 152
Defroster, Windshield . . . . 64,217
Diagnostic System, Onboard . . 287
Diesel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . 258,312
Diesel Fuel Requirements . . . . 258
Dimmer Control . . . . . . . . . . 120
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . 300
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . 238
Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . 281
327
DisposalAntifreeze (Engine
Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Domelight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Door Locks, Automatic . . . . . . 23
Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . 236
Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water . . . 236
Driving to Achieve Maximum
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Electric Remote Mirrors . . . . . . 76
Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . 141
Electronic Brake Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Brake Assist System . . . . . . 242
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . 128
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) . . . . . . . . 135,172
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher . . . 268
Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . 269,272
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . 277 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Break-In Recommendations . . 62
Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . 288
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Compartment
Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . 312
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . 33,63
Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . 227
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . 311
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . 288,311,312
Oil Change Interval . . . . . . 288
Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Oil Filter Disposal . . . . . . . 289
Oil Selection . . . . . . . . 288,311
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . 169
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Entry System, Illuminated . . . . 18
Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . 52
Exhaust Gas Caution . . 33,63,290 Exhaust System . . . . . . . . 63,290
Exterior Folding Mirrors . . . . . . 76
Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Fabric Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Filler Location Fuel . . . . . . . . 167
Filters
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Air Conditioning . . . . . 220,293
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . 289,312
Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . 289
Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Flashers Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . 268
Turn Signal . . . . . . . 65,164,309
Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . 227
Floor Console . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . 300
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299,313
Power Steering . . . . . . 238,313
Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Fluids, Lubricants and
Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Fog Light Service . . . . . . . . . . 310
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . 122,164,310
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