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STARTING AND DRIVING
STARTING THE ENGINESTARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox in
neutral;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as
soon as the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the
instrument panel warning light
remains on
together with warning light
, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains on, try the other keys provided with the
vehicle.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Never leave the ignition key in MAR position when
the engine is stopped.STARTING PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox in
neutral;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR: the warning lights
and
on the instrument panel will turn
on;
❒wait for the warning lights
and
to
switch off;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV as soon as warning
light
switches off. Waiting too long will
waste the work done by the glow plugs. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the accelerator
must be entirely released when turning the
ignition key to position AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure.
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Never leave children in the unattended car. Always
remove the ignition key when leaving the car and
take it out with you.
WARNING
The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the lever, if it is not, contact
a Lancia Dealership to have it adjusted.
USING THE GEARBOXTo engage the gears, fully depress the clutch pedal
and put the gear lever into the required position
(the diagram is shown on the knob fig. 113).
For 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP and 1.2 8V 69 HP
versions, to engage reverse R from neutral, lift the
ring A fig. 113 and shift the lever to the right
and back.
For 1.3 16V MultiJet version: to engage reverse R
from neutral position, shift the lever to the right
and then back.
IMPORTANT Reverse can only be engaged when
the car is completely stationary. With the engine
running, wait for at least 2 seconds with the clutch
pedal fully pressed before engaging reverse to
prevent damage to the gears and grating.
fig. 113
L0F0058
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WARNING
Depress the clutch pedal fully to
change gear correctly. It is therefore
essential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying flat and
do not get in the way of the pedals.Do not drive with your hand resting on
the gear lever as the force exerted,
even if slight, could lead over time to
premature wear of the gearbox internal
components.
SAVING FUELHere are some suggestions which can help you to
save fuel and lower harmful emissions.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressure at least once every 4
weeks: if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight
of the car and its arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When transporting particularly large
objects, use a trailer if possible.
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Electrical devices
Only use electrical devices for the amount of time
needed. The heated rear window, additional
headlights, windscreen wipers and heater fan need
a considerable amount of energy, therefore
increasing fuel consumption (by up to 25% in the
urban cycle).
Climate control system
The use of the climate control system leads to
higher fuel consumption. If the temperature
outside permits, try to use ventilation only.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a
standstill or at idle or high speed: under these
conditions the engine warms up much more
slowly, increasing consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to move off immediately,
slowly, avoiding high speeds: in this way
the engine will warm up more quickly.Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when at traffic lights or before
stopping the engine. This and also double
declutching is absolutely pointless on modern cars
and also increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and road
conditions allow. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions and engine wear.
Maximum speed
Fuel consumption increases considerably with
speed. Maintain a constant speed, avoiding
unnecessary braking and acceleration, which cost
in terms of both fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Sudden acceleration has a very negative effect on
fuel consumption and emissions: accelerate
gradually.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLANPETROL VERSIONS
Services must be performed every 30,000 km or 24 months.Thousands of miles 18 36 54 72 90 108
Thousands of km 30 60 90 120 150 180
Months 24 48 72 96 120 144
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger compartment, glove com-
partment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets if necessary.●●●●●●
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and tailgate locks and cleanliness and lubrica-
tion of linkages●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes), rubber elements (boots,
sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●●
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear●●●●●●
Check rear drum brake lining condition and wear●●●
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (engine cooling, hydraulic
clutch/brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.)●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check tensioning of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic ten-
sioner) (or every 24 months)●●
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DIESEL VERSIONS
Services must be performed every 35,000 km or
24 months.Thousands of miles 21 42 63 84 105
Thousands of km 35 70 105 140 175
Months 24 48 72 96 120
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger compartment, glove com-
partment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets if necessary.●●●●●
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and tailgate locks and cleanliness and lubrica-
tion of linkages●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes), rubber elements (boots,
sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear●●●●●
Check rear drum brake seal condition and wear●●
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (engine cooling, hydraulic
clutch/brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.)●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required●●●●●
Check exhaust gas emissions/smokiness●●●●●
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FUEL SUPPLYVersions Power supply
0.9 TwinAir 85 HPTimed sequential Multipoint electronic injection, with knock control and intake
valve variable actuation
1.2 8V 69 HPMultipoint sequential timed electronic injection, returnless system
1.3 16V MultiJetElectronically controlled Common Rail MultiJet direct injection with turbocharger
and intercooler
WARNING
Modifications or repairs to the fuel supply system that are not carried out correctly or
do not take the system's technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions
leading to the risk of fire.
TRANSMISSIONVersions Gearbox Clutch Drive
0.9 TwinAir 85 HP
Five forward gears and
reverse with synchromesh for
forward gear engagementSelf-adjusting pedal without
idle strokeFront 1.2 8V 69 HP
1.3 16v MultiJet
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UseFluid and lubricant features
for a correct use of the carGenuine fluids and
lubricantsApplications
Lubricants and
greases for motion
transmissionSAE 75W grade synthetic
lubricant. FIAT Classification
9.55550-MZ6TUTELA
TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F002.F10Mechanical gearbox and
differential
Molybdenum disulphide grease,
for use at high temperatures.
Consistency NL.G.I. 1-2. FIAT
Classification 9.55580TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F702.G07Wheel side constant
velocity joints
Grease for constant velocity
joints with low friction
coefficient. Consistency NL.G.I.
0-1. FIAT Classification
9.55580TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F701.C07Differential side constant
velocity joints
Brake fluidSynthetic fluid for brake and
clutch systems. Exceeds
specifications: FMVSS no. 116
DOT 4, ISO 4925 SAE J1704
FIAT Classification 9.55597TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F001.A93Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulic clutch controls
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