2013 Lancia Flavia service

If you notice a change in the sound of
the exhaust system; or if the exhaust
fumes can be detected inside the ve-
hicle; or when the underside or rear of
the vehicle is damaged; have an au-
thorized technician inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent
body areas for broken, damaged, de-
teriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Open seams or loose connections
could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the passenger compartment. In
addition, have the exhaust system in-
spected each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace
as required.WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
They contain carbon monoxide
(CO), which is colorless and odor-
less. Breathing it can make you un-
conscious and can eventually poi-
son you. To avoid breathing CO,
refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas”
in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing Your Vehicle” for further infor-
mation.
CAUTION!
 The catalytic converter requiresthe use of unleaded fuel only.
Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an
emissions control device and may
seriously reduce engine perfor-
mance and cause serious damage
to the engine.
 Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not
kept in proper operating condi-
tion. In the event of engine mal-
function, particularly involving
engine misfire or other apparent
loss of performance, have your
vehicle serviced promptly. Con-
tinued operation of your vehicle
with a severe malfunction could
cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to
the converter and vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions,
the catalytic converter will not require
maintenance. However, it is impor-
tant to keep the engine properly tuned
to assure proper catalyst operation
and prevent possible catalyst damage. NOTE:
Intentional tampering with
emissions control systems can re-
sult in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly
malfunctioning engine operation, a
scorching odor may suggest severe and
abnormal catalyst overheating. If this
occurs, stop the vehicle, turn off the
engine and allow it to cool. Service,
including a tune-up to manufacturer's
specifications, should be obtained im-
mediately.
To minimize the possibility of cata-
lytic converter damage:
 Do not shut off the engine or inter- rupt the ignition, when the trans-
mission is in gear and the vehicle is
in motion.
 Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle.
 Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or
removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods
during very rough idle or malfunc-
tioning operating conditions.
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WARNING!(Continued)
system. To prevent scalding or in-
jury, do not remove the pressure
cap while the system is hot or
under pressure.
 Do not use a pressure cap other
than the one specified for your
vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated
substance requiring proper disposal.
Check with your local authorities to
determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by
animals or children, do not store eth-
ylene glycol-based engine coolant in
open containers or allow it to remain
in puddles on the ground. If ingested
by a child or pet, seek emergency as-
sistance immediately. Clean up any
ground spills immediately. Coolant Level
Four-Cylinder Engines –
the cool-
ant bottle provides a quick visual
method for determining that the en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) level is ad-
equate. With the engine idling and
warm to normal operating tempera-
ture, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be
between the “ADD” and “FULL”
lines, shown on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains com-
pletely full, so there is no need to
remove the radiator cap unless check-
ing for engine coolant (antifreeze)
freeze point or replacing coolant. Ad-
vise your service attendant of this. As
long as the engine operating tempera-
ture is satisfactory, the coolant bottle
need only be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is needed to maintain the
proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points To Remember
NOTE:
When the vehicle is stopped
after a few kilometers of operation,
you may observe vapor coming from
the front of the engine compartment.
This is normally a result of moisture
from rain, snow, or high humidity
accumulating on the radiator and
being vaporized when the thermo-
stat opens, allowing hot engine cool-
ant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine com-
partment shows no evidence of radiator
or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely
driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.
 Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant recovery bottle. If en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) needs to
be added, the contents of the cool-
ant recovery bottle must also be
protected against freezing.
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Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recom-
mends against using any special addi-
tives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engi-
neered product and its performance
may be impaired by supplemental ad-
ditives. Therefore, do not add any
fluid additives to the transmission.
The only exception to this policy is the
use of special dyes for diagnosing
fluid leaks. Avoid using transmission
sealers as they may adversely affect
seals.CAUTION!Do not use chemical flushes in your
transmission as the chemicals can
damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory
and does not require adjustment un-
der normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not re-
quired, therefore the transmission has
no dipstick. Your authorized dealer
can check your transmission fluid
level using a special service dipstick.
If you notice fluid leakage or trans-
mission malfunction, visit your au-
thorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked.
Operating the vehicle with an im-
proper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs,
visit your authorized dealer imme-
diately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized
dealer has the proper tools to adjust
the fluid level accurately.Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”
for the proper maintenance intervals.
In addition, change the fluid and filter
if the transmission is disassembled for
any reason.
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.
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CAUTION!
 When installing the IntegratedPower Module cover, it is impor-
tant to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched.
Failure to do so may allow water
to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in an
electrical system failure.
 When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse hav-
ing the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating
other than indicated may result in
a dangerous electrical system
overload. If a properly rated fuse
continues to blow, it indicates a
problem in the circuit that must
be corrected. VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle
for more than 21 days, you may want
to take steps to preserve your battery.
 Disengage the mini-fuse in the
Power Distribution Center labeled
IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
 Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Refer to “Prepa-
ration for Jump Start” in “Jump-
Starting” to identify the location of
the negative post.
 Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation)
for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for
about five minutes in the fresh air
and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication
to minimize the possibility of com-
pressor damage when the system is
started again. REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass
wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are
not approved and should not be used
for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS –
Interior Bulb No.
Front Courtesy/Reading
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578/W5W
Center Courtesy/Reading
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578/W5W
Glove Box Lamp . . . . . . . . . 194
Shift Indicator
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . IKLE14140
Rear Compartment (Trunk)
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579
NOTE: For lighted switches, see
your authorized dealer for re-
placement.
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LIGHT BULBS –
ExteriorBulb No.
Bi-Halogen Headlamp . . . HIR2
Front Turn Signal
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . 3157NAK
Front Park Lamp . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Side Repeater Lamp . . . WY5W
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . H11
Center High Mounted
Stop (CHMSL) Lamp . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Tail/Stop Lamp . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Turn Signal
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W16W
Rear Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Backup Lamp . . . . . . . . W16W
License Lamp . . . . . . . . . W5W BULB REPLACEMENT
HEADLAMP
CAUTION!
Where possible, it is advisable to
have bulbs changed at a LANCIA
Dealership. Proper operation and
orientation of the external lights are
essential for driving safety and
complying with the law.
1. Raise and prop open the hood.
Locate the connector behind the
headlamp.
NOTE: It may be necessary to re-
move the air cleaner filter housing
and position the totally integrated
power module aside prior to re-
placing the low beam headlamp on
the driver's side of the vehicle.
2. Reach into engine compartment
and from behind the lamp assembly
and grasp the connector. 3. Rotate bulb and connector one-
quarter turn and pull outward from
assembly.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with
your fingers. Oil contamination will
severely shorten bulb life.
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ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEALING
WITH THE VEHICLE AT THE
END OF ITS LIFE
LANCIA has been committed for
many years to safeguarding the envi-
ronment through the constant im-
provement of its production processes
and manufacturing products that are
increasingly “eco-compatible”.
To give customers the best possible
service in terms of respecting environ-
mental laws and in response to Euro-
pean Directive 2000/53/EC govern-
ing vehicles at the end of their life,
LANCIA is offering its customers the
opportunity of handing over their ve-
hicle* at the end of its life without
incurring any additional costs.The European Directive sets out that
when the vehicle is handed over the
last keeper or owner should not incur
any expenses as a result of it having a
zero or negative market value.
In all European Union countries, until
1st January 2007, only vehicles regis-
tered after 1st July 2002 were col-
lected free of charge, while since 2007
collection has been free of charge irre-
spective of the year of registration as
long as the vehicle contains its basic
components (in particular, the engine
and bodywork) and has no additional
waste.
To hand your vehicle over at the end
of its life without extra cost, go to one
of our Dealerships or LANCIA-
authorized collection and scrapping
centres.These centres have been carefully
chosen to offer high quality service for
the collection, treatment and recy-
cling of unused vehicles with respect
to the environment.
You can find further information on
these collection and scrapping centres
either from a LANCIA or LANCIA
Commercial Vehicle Dealership or by
calling the freephone number 00800
526242 00 or by going on the
LANCIA website.
(*) Vehicle for transporting passen-
gers with a maximum of nine seats
and a total permitted weight of 3.5 t
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULEThe Scheduled Maintenance services
listed in this manual must be done at the
times or mileages specified to protect
your vehicle warranty and ensure the
best vehicle performance and reliability.
More frequent maintenance may be
needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very
short trip driving. Inspection and ser-
vice should also be done anytime a mal-
function is suspected.The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your
vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.On Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles “Oil
Change Required” will be displayed
in the EVIC and a single chime will
sound, indicating that an oil change is
necessary.
NOTE:

The oil change indicator message
will not monitor the time since the
last oil change. Change your ve-
hicles oil if it has been 12 months
since your last oil change even if
the oil change indicator message
is NOT illuminated.
 Under no circumstances should
oil change intervals exceed
12,000 km or 12 months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the
oil change indicator message after
completing the scheduled oil change.CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required
maintenance items may result in
damage to the vehicle.
Thousands Of Kilometers 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. 
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge.        
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary.        
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment,
passenger compartment, glove compartment, instrument
panel warning lights, etc.).        
Check operation of windshield washer system and adjust jets if
necessary.        
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Oil Change
Interval. . . . . . . . .114, 121, 191
Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . . . . .189
Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . .111
Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Entry System, Illuminated . . . . . . .16
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . .38
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . .48
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . .48, 196
Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Filler Location Fuel . . . . . . .111, 167
Filters Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Air Conditioning . . . . . .136, 194
Automatic Transmission . . . . .203
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . .192, 216
Engine Oil Disposal . . . . . . . .192
Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . .172
Turn Signal . . . . . . . .50, 96, 214
Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Flooded Engine Starting
. . . . . . .140
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission . . . . .203
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . .198
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . .153
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . .95, 115, 214
Fog Light Service . . . . . . . . . . . .214
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . .182
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . .111, 167
Filler Door (Gas Cap) . . . . . .111
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Octane Rating . . . . . . . .164, 216
Requirements . . . . . . . .164, 216
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . .216
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Fuel System Caution
. . . . . . . . . .168
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . .167
Gasoline, Clean Air . . . . . . . . . . .165
Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
Gauges Coolant Temperature . . . . . . .111
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143
Gear Select Lever Override . . . . .183
General Information . . . . . . . . . . .14
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . .190
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) . .67
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water . . .148
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . .172
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94, 213
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . .213
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
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