2013 Lancia Flavia warning

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing LANCIA and congratulations on your choice of a LANCIA Flavia.We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your car and use it in the best possible way.You should read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the driving of your car to help you
get the most from the technological features of your LANCIA.
Carefully read the warnings and indications marked with the following symbols:personal safety;
car safety;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that LANCIA offers to its customers:
 the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity
 the range of additional services available to LANCIA customers.
Enjoy the read. Happy motoring!This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the LANCIA Flavia; please consider only the information rel-
evant to your version, engine and configuration.

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INTRODUCTION
 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
 IMPORTANT NOTICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . . .7
 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . . . .7
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WARNINGS AND
CAUTIONSThis Owners Manual containsWARN-
INGS against operating procedures that
could result in a collision or bodily in-
jury. It also contains CAUTIONS
against procedures that could result in
damage to your vehicle. If you do not
read this entire Owners Manual, you
may miss important information. Ob-
serve all Warnings and Cautions.VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) is on the left front corner of the
instrument panel and is visible from
outside of the vehicle through the
windshield. This number also appears
stamped on the right front door sill
under the sill moulding and printed
on the Automobile Information Dis-
closure Label affixed to a window on
your vehicle, the vehicle registration
and title. NOTE: It is illegal to remove or
alter the VIN.VEHICLE
MODIFICATIONS/
ALTERATIONS
WARNING!Any modifications or alterations to
this vehicle could seriously affect its
roadworthiness and safety and may
lead to a collision resulting in serious
injury or death.
Vehicle Identification Number
Stamped VIN Location
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 PROGRAMMING ADDITIONALTRANSMITTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
 BATTERY REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
 DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
 MANUAL DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
 POWER DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
 WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
 POWER WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
 WIND BUFFETING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
 TRUNK INTERNAL EMERGENCY RELEASE . . .22
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
 LAP/SHOULDER BELTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
 LAP/SHOULDER BELT UNTWISTINGPROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
 SEAT BELTS IN PASSENGER SEATING POSITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
 AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR MODE (ALR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
 ENERGY MANAGEMENT FEATURE . . . . . . . . . .28
 SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
 SUPPLEMENTAL ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS (AHR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
 ENHANCED SEAT BELT USE REMINDER SYSTEM (BeltAlert®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
 SEAT BELTS AND PREGNANT WOMEN . . . . . .31
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR
KEYSThe authorized dealer that sold you
your vehicle has the key code numbers
for your vehicle locks. These numbers
can be used to order duplicate keys
from your authorized dealer. Ask your
authorized dealer for these numbers
and keep them in a safe place.You can insert the double-sided keys
into the locks with either side up.
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL
Automatic Transaxle
Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn
the ignition switch to the ACC posi-
tion, push the key and cylinder in-
ward, rotate the key to the LOCK
position, and remove the key.NOTE:
 If you try to remove the key be-
fore you place the shift lever in
PARK, the key may become
trapped temporarily in the igni-
tion switch lock cylinder. If this
occurs, rotate the key to the right
slightly, then remove the key as
described. If a malfunction oc-
curs, the system will trap the key
in the ignition switch lock cylin-
der to warn you that this safety
feature is inoperable. The en-
gine can be started and stopped,
but the key cannot be removed
until you obtain service. 
The power window switches, radio,
hands-free system , and power out-
lets will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition switch
is turned to the LOCK position.
Opening either front door will
cancel this feature. The time for
this feature is programmable. Re-
fer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Personal Set-
tings (Customer-Programmable
Features)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.WARNING!
 Before exiting a vehicle, always
apply the parking brake, shift the
transmission into PARK, and
push ignition button to place ig-
nition in OFF position. When
leaving the vehicle, always lock
your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an un-
locked vehicle.
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Vehicle Key
Ignition Switch Positions
1 — LOCK 3 — ON/RUN
2 — ACC
(ACCESSORY)4 — START
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WARNING!(Continued)
 Allowing children to be in a ve- hicle unattended is dangerous for
a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fa-
tally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift
lever.
 Do not leave the Key Fob in or
near the vehicle, or in a location
accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition in the ACC or
ON/RUN position. A child could
operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
 Do not leave children or animals
inside parked vehicles in hot
weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause serious injury or
death.CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to
thieves. Always remove key from
the ignition and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended. KEY-IN-IGNITION
REMINDER
Opening the driver's door when the
key is in the ignition sounds a signal to
remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:
 The Key-In-Ignition reminder
only sounds when the ignition
key is placed in the LOCK or
ACC position.
 With either/both front doors open and a key in the ignition,
the power door lock buttons on
the interior trim panel are dis-
abled. This is an attempt to limit
locking the keys in the vehicle.
LOCKING THE DOORS
WITH THE KEY
There is only one external door lock
cylinder which is located in the driv-
er's door.
You can insert the key with either side
up. To lock the door, turn the key
clockwise. To unlock the door, turn
the key counterclockwise. For door lock lubrication, see “Maintenance
Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” of this manual.
SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System
prevents unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion by disabling the engine. The sys-
tem does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic, re-
gardless of whether the vehicle is
locked or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which
have an embedded electronic chip
(transponder) to prevent unauthor-
ized vehicle operation. Therefore,
only keys that are programmed to the
vehicle can be used to start and oper-
ate the vehicle. The system will shut
the engine off in two seconds if some-
one uses an invalid key to start the
engine.
NOTE: A key which has not been
programmed is also considered an
invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for
that vehicle.
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BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The recommended replacement bat-
tery is CR2032.
1. With the RKE transmitter buttons
facing down, use a flat blade to pry
the two halves of the RKE transmitter
apart. Make sure not to damage the
seal during removal.
2. Remove and replace the battery.
Avoid touching the new battery with
your fingers. Skin oils may cause bat-
tery deterioration. If you touch a bat-
tery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
3. To assemble the RKE transmitter
case, snap the two halves together.DOOR LOCKS
MANUAL DOOR LOCKS
To lock each door, push the door lock
knob on each door trim panel down-
ward. To unlock each door, pull the
inside door handle.
If the door lock knob is down when
you shut the door, the door will lock.
Make sure the keys are not inside the
vehicle before closing the door.
WARNING!
 For personal security and safety
in the event of an collision, lock
the vehicle doors as you drive as
well as when you park and leave
the vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
 When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the igni-
tion and lock your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an un-
locked vehicle.
 Allowing children to be in a ve- hicle unattended is dangerous for
a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fa-
tally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift
lever.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location acces-
sible to children, and do not leave
the ignition in the ACC or ON/
RUN position. A child could oper-
ate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
Separating RKE Transmitter Halves
Manual Lock Knob
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NOTE:
 If a fluttering noise is heard fromthe rear seat belts while driving
with the windows down, safely
bring the vehicle to a stop and
buckle the rear seat belts over
the empty seats. This will keep
tension on the seat belts and re-
move the fluttering condition.WARNING!Never leave children in a vehicle,
with the keys in the ignition switch.
Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by
the windows while operating the
power window switches. Such en-
trapment may result in serious in-
jury or death.Smart Glass Feature
The door window will lower slightly if
the window is fully up when opening
the door. The window will return to its
full up position after closing the door.
This action allows the door to open
without resistance and prevents win-
dow and top seal damage. Auto Window Down
The front window controls on the
driver and passenger door trim panels
have an Auto-Down feature. These
switches are labeled AUTO to indicate
this capability. Push the window
switch past the first detent, release,
and the window will go down auto-
matically.To open the window part way, push
the window switch to the first detent
and release it when you want the win-
dow to stop.
To cancel the Auto-Down movement,
operate the switch either in the up or
down direction and release the switch.The power window switches will remain
active for up to 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the LOCK
position. Opening either door will can-
cel this feature. The time for this feature
is programmable. Refer to “Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/
Personal Settings (Customer-Program-
mable Features)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
Reset Window Smart Glass
Feature for Opening/Closing the
Door
If the vehicle battery goes dead, the
window Smart Glass Feature for
opening and closing the door will be
disabled. To reactivate the window
Smart Glass Feature, perform the fol-
lowing steps after vehicle power is
restored.
1. Lower all four windows to the full
open position.
2. Press and hold the Power Top
Switch in the Close direction. Once
the Power Top becomes fully closed,
all four windows will start closing.
3. Continue to hold the Power Top
Switch an additional two seconds
after the windows are fully closed.
4. Push all the window switches
down firmly to open the windows
completely and continue to hold the
switch down for an additional two
seconds after the window is fully
open.
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