2013 Lancia Flavia overheating

EVIC
MessageEVIC
Message
Display
Time
Odometer
Message
(< 8 km/h) Odometer
Message
Display
TimeOdometer
Message
(> 8 km/h) Odometer
Message
Display
Time
Chime Condition Operator
Action
Required
CONVERT-
IBLE TOP
MAL-
FUNC-
TION 6 sec. TOP FAIL Display
Scrolls for
6 SecondsTOP 6 sec. Single
ChimeThe PTCM
Activated
the System
LOCK-
OUT
Feature Refer to
Foot Note

CONVERT-
IBLE TOP
MAL-
FUNC-
TION Until
Fault is
No Lon-
ger De-
tected or
RepairedTOP FAIL Display
Scrolls
until
Fault is
No Lon-
ger De-
tected or
RepairedTOP Display
Flashes
until
Fault is
No Lon-
ger De-
tected or
RepairedSingle
Chime
The PTCM
Activated
the System
LOCK-
OUT
Feature See your
authorized
dealer for
service
If so equipped.
For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC.
The PTCM will lockout the power convertible top system if the vehicle charging system is malfunctioning, or the
battery is run down, or the hydraulic pump is overheating.
 If the vehicle charging system is malfunctioning, see your authorized dealer for service.
 If the battery is run down, have it recharged and tested at your authorized dealer.
 Hydraulic pump overheating can occur if you lower and raise the top consecutively (usually more than six or seven
times depending upon the ambient temperature). Wait at least five minutes before operating the power top again.
NOTE: If lockout occurs due to hydraulic pump overheating, the system will allow you to raise the top without waiting
five minutes. However, do so only if necessary.
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7. Air Bag Warning LightThis light will turn on for
four to eight seconds as a
bulb check when the igni-
tion switch is first turned to
ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on
while driving, have the system in-
spected at an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant
Restraints” in “Things To Know Be-
fore Starting Your Vehicle” for further
information.
8. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is
first turned to ON/RUN, this
light will turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check. During
the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt
is unbuckled, a chime will sound.
After the bulb check or when driving,
if the driver seat belt remains unbuck-
led, the Seat Belt Warning Light will
flash or remain on continuously. Refer
to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things
To Know Before Starting Your Ve-
hicle” for further information. 9. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine
oil pressure. The light will
come on and remain on when the
ignition switch is turned from the
OFF to the ON/RUN position, and the
light will turn off after the engine is
started. If the bulb does not come on
during starting, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
If the light comes on and remains on
while driving, stop the vehicle and
shut off the engine. DO NOT OPER-
ATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE
CAUSE IS CORRECTED.
The light does not show the quantity
of oil in the engine. This can be deter-
mined using the procedure shown in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
10. Engine Temperature Warning
Light
This light warns of an over-
heated engine condition. As
engine coolant temperature rise and
the gauge approaches H, the light will
illuminate and a single chime will
sound after reaching a set threshold. Further overheating will cause a con-
tinuous chime sound for 4 minutes or
until the engine is allowed to cool.
If the light turns on while driving, safely
pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C
system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL and idle
the vehicle. If the temperature reading
does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately and call for ser-
vice. Refer to “If Your Engine Over-
heats” in “What To Do In Emergencies”
for further information.11. Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various
brake functions, including
brake fluid level and parking brake ap-
plication. If the brake light turns on it
may indicate that the parking brake is
applied, that the brake fluid level is low,
or that there is a problem with the anti-
lock brake system.
The dual brake system provides a re-
serve braking capacity in the event of
a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. Failure of either half of the
dual brake system is indicated by the
Brake Warning Light which will turn
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OPERATING TIPS
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end
of this section for suggested control
settings for various weather condi-
tions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system in air-
conditioned vehicles must be pro-
tected with a high-quality antifreeze
coolant to provide proper corrosion
protection and to protect against en-
gine overheating. A solution of 50%
ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and
50% water is recommended. Refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for proper cool-
ant selection.
Winter Operation
Use of the air Recirculation Mode dur-
ing winter months is not recom-
mended because it may cause window
fogging. Vacation Storage
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 settings. This will ensure ad-
equate system lubrication to minimize
the possibility of compressor damage
when the system is started again.
Window Fogging
Interior fogging on the windshield can
be quickly removed by turning the
mode selector to Defrost. The Defrost/
Floor mode can be used to maintain a
clear windshield and provide suffi-
cient heating. If side window fogging
becomes a problem, increase blower
speed. Vehicle windows tend to fog on
the inside in mild but rainy or humid
weather.
NOTE: Recirculate without A/C
should not be used for long periods
as fogging may occur.
Side Window Demisters
A side window demister outlet is lo-
cated at each end of the instrument
panel. These non-adjustable outlets
direct air toward the side windows
when the system is in the FLOOR,
MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is
directed at the area of the windows
through which you view the outside
mirrors.
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AUTOSTICK®AutoStick® is a driver-interactive
transmission feature providing manual
shift control, giving you more control of
the vehicle. AutoStick® allows you to
maximize engine braking, eliminate un-
desirable upshifts and downshifts, and
improve overall vehicle performance.
This system can also provide you with
more control during passing, city driv-
ing, cold slippery conditions, mountain
driving, and many other situations.OPERATIONWhen the shift lever is in the
AutoStick® position (below the DRIVE
position), it can be moved from side to
side. This allows the driver to manually
select the transmission gear being used.
Moving the shift lever to the left (-)
triggers a downshift and to the right (+)
an upshift. The current gear will be
displayed in the instrument cluster.
NOTE:
In AutoStick® mode, the
transmission will only shift up or
down when the driver moves the
shift lever to the right (+) or left (-),
unless an engine lugging or over-
speed condition would result. It will
remain in the selected gear until an-
other upshift or downshift is chosen,
except as described below.
 The transmission will automati- cally downshift to first gear when
coming to a stop. After a stop, the
driver should manually upshift (+)
the transmission as the vehicle is
accelerated.
You can start out, from a stop, in any
gear except top gear. Tapping (+) (at
a stop) will allow starting in second
gear. Starting out in second gear is
helpful in snowy or icy conditions. The transmission will automati- cally upshift when necessary to pre-
vent engine over-speed.
 If a downshift would cause the en- gine to overspeed, that shift will not
occur until it is safe for the engine.  Avoid using speed control when
AutoStick® is engaged.

Transmission shifting will be more
noticeable when AutoStick® is
engaged. If the system detects powertrain overheating, the transmission will
revert to automatic shift mode and
remain in that mode until the pow-
ertrain cools off.
 If the system detects a problem, it will disable AutoStick® mode and
the transmission will return to au-
tomatic mode until the problem is
corrected.
To disengage AutoStick® mode, re-
turn the shift lever to the DRIVE po-
sition. You can shift in or out of the
AutoStick® position at any time with-
out taking your foot off the accelera-
tor pedal.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172  ENGINE OIL OVERHEATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
 TIREFIT KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
 TIREFIT STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
 TIREFIT KIT COMPONENTS ANDOPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
 TIREFIT USAGE PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . .174
 SEALING A TIRE WITH TIREFIT. . . . . . . . . . .175
 JUMP-STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
 PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP-START . . . . . . . . .180
 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . .181
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182
 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . .184
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
 WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEY . . . . . . . . . . . .185
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ENGINE OIL
OVERHEATING
During sustained high-speed driving
or trailer tow up long grades on a hot
day, the engine oil temperature may
become too hot. If this happens, the
“HOTOIL” message flashes in the
odometer and the vehicle speed will
be reduced to 85 km/h until the en-
gine oil temperature is reduced.
NOTE: The vehicle speed is re-
duced to a maximum of 85 km/h.
You may of course, reduce your
vehicle speed further if needed.
TIREFIT KIT
Small punctures up to 6 mm in the tire
tread can be sealed with TIREFIT.
Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails)
should not be removed from the tire.
TIREFIT can be used in outside tem-
peratures down to approximately
­20°C.
This kit will provide a temporary tire
seal, allowing you to drive your ve-
hicle up to 160 km with a maximum
speed of 88 km/h.TIREFIT STORAGE
The TIREFIT kit is located in the
trunk.
TIREFIT KIT
COMPONENTS AND
OPERATION
1. Sealant Bottle
2. Deflation Button
3. Pressure Gauge4. Power Button
5. Mode Select Knob
6. Sealant Hose (Clear)
7. Air Pump Hose (Black)
8. Power Plug
Using The Mode Select Knob And
Hoses
Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with
the following symbols to indicate the
air or sealant mode.
Selecting Air Mode
Turn the Mode Select Knob
(5) to this position for air
pump operation only. Use
the Black Air Pump Hose (7)
when selecting this mode.
Selecting Sealant Mode
Turn the Mode Se-
lect Knob (5) to this
position to inject
the TIREFIT Seal-
ant and to inflate
the tire. Use the
Sealant Hose (clear
hose) (6) when selecting this mode.
TIREFIT Location
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CAUTION!Accessories that can be plugged into
the vehicle power outlets draw power
from the vehicle’s battery, even when
not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle’s battery will dis-
charge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.FREEING A STUCK
VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
sand, or snow, it can often be moved
using a rocking motion. Turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear
the area around the front wheels.Then shift back and forth between
DRIVE and REVERSE, while gently
pressing the accelerator. Use the least
amount of accelerator pedal pressure
that will maintain the rocking motion,
without spinning the wheels, or racing
the engine.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the
wheels may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the transmission
in NEUTRAL for at least one min-
ute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize over-
heating and reduce the risk of
transmission failure during pro-
longed efforts to free a stuck ve-
hicle.NOTE:
Press the "ESC Off" switch,
to place the Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) system in "Partial Off"
mode, before rocking the vehicle.
Refer to “Electronic Brake Control”
in “Starting And Operating” for fur-
ther information. Once the vehicle
has been freed, press the "ESC Off"
switch again to restore "ESC On"
mode.
CAUTION!
 When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between DRIVE and
REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 24 km/h, or
drivetrain damage may result.
 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
transmission shifting occurring).
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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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