2013 Lancia Flavia service reset

restraint. Push rearward on the bot-
tom of the head restraint to move the
head restraint away from your head.NOTE:
 The head restraints should only
be removed by qualified techni-
cians, for service purposes only.
If either of the head restraints
require removal, see your autho-
rized dealer.
 In the event of deployment of an Active Head Restraint, refer to
“Resetting Active Head Re-
straints (AHR)” in “Supplemen-
tal Active Head Restraints
(AHR)” in “Things to Know Be-
fore Starting Your Vehicle” sec-
tion for further information.
WARNING!
 Do not place items over the top ofthe Active Head Restraint, such
as coats, seat covers or portable
DVD players. These items may
interfere with the operation of the
Active Head Restraint in the
event of a collision and could re-
sult in serious injury or death.
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WARNING!(Continued)
 Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an
object such as a hand, foot or
loose cargo. To avoid accidental
deployment of the Active Head
Restraint ensure that all cargo is
secured, as loose cargo could con-
tact the Active Head Restraint
during sudden stops. Failure to
follow this warning could cause
personal injury if the Active Head
Restraint is deployed.
Head Restraints — Rear Seats
The rear seat head restraints are fixed
and cannot be adjusted. For proper
routing of a Child Seat Tether refer to
“Occupant Restraints” in “Things To
Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”
for further information.
Active Head Restraint (Normal Position)
Active Head Restraint (Tilted)
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on when the brake fluid level in the
master cylinder has dropped below a
specified level.
The light will remain on until the
cause is corrected.
NOTE: The light may flash mo-
mentarily during sharp cornering
maneuvers which change fluid
level conditions. The vehicle
should have service performed,
and the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immedi-
ate repair is necessary.WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the brake
light on is dangerous. Part of the
brake system may have failed. It
will take longer to stop the vehicle.
You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock
brakes (ABS), are also equipped with
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD). In the event of an EBD failure,
the Brake Warning Light will turn on
along with the ABS Light. Immediate
repair to the ABS system is required. The operation of the Brake Warning
Light can be checked by turning the
ignition switch from the OFF position
to the ON/RUN position. The light
should illuminate for approximately
three seconds. The light should then
turn off unless the parking brake is
applied or a brake fault is detected.
If the light does not illuminate, have
the light inspected by an authorized
dealer.
The light also will turn on when the
parking brake is applied with the igni-
tion switch in the ON/RUN position.NOTE: This light shows only
that the parking brake is applied.
It does not show the degree of
brake application.
12. Tachometer
The silver area of the scale shows the
permissible engine revolutions-per-
minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear
range. Before reaching the red area,
ease up on the accelerator to prevent
engine damage.
13. Shift Lever Indicator
The Shift Lever Indicator is self-
contained within the instrument clus-
ter. It displays the gear position of the
automatic transmission.
NOTE: You must apply the
brakes before shifting from PARK.
14. Odometer Display/Trip Odom-
eter Display
The odometer display shows the total
distance the vehicle has been driven.
The two trip odometers show indi-
vidual trip mileage. To switch from
odometer to trip odometers, press and
release the Trip Odometer button. To
reset a trip odometer, display the de-
sired trip odometer to be reset then
push and hold the button until the
display resets (approximately 2 sec-
onds). Refer to “Trip Odometer But-
ton” for additional information.
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15. Cruise IndicatorThis indicator shows that
the Electronic Speed Con-
trol System is ON.
16. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset
Button
Trip OdometerPress and release this button to change
the display from odometer to “Trip A.”
Press and release it a second time to
change the display to “Trip B.” Press
and release it a third time to change the
display back to the odometer.
To reset the trip odometer, first display
the trip mileage that you want to reset,
“Trip A” or “Trip B.” Then push and
hold the button (approximately 2 sec-
onds) until the display resets to 0 miles
(km). The odometer must be in Trip
Mode to reset the trip odometer.
17. Electronic Throttle Control
(ETC) Indicator Light
This light informs you of a
problem with the Electronic
Throttle Control (ETC) sys-
tem. If a problem is detected,
the light will come on while the engine is
running. If the light remains lit with the
engine running, your vehicle will usu-
ally be drivable and not need towing,
however see your authorized dealer for
service as soon as possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine
is running you may experience power
loss, an elevated/rough idle, and in-
creased brake pedal effort, and your
vehicle may require towing. Immedi-
ate service is required.
The light will come on when the igni-
tion switch is first turned on and re-
main on approximately 15 seconds as
a bulb check. This is normal. If the
light does not come on during start-
ing, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer. 18. Park/Headlight ON Indicator
This indicator will illumi-
nate when the park lights or
headlights are turned on.
19. Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the
Electronic Stability Control
system (ESC) has been
turned off by the driver.
20. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrows will flash in uni-
son with the exterior turn
signal, when using the turn
signal lever. A chime will
sound if the vehicle is driven more than
1.6 km with either turn signal on.
NOTE: If either indicator flashes
at a rapid rate, check for a defec-
tive outside light bulb.
21. Front Fog Light Indicator
This indicator will illuminate
when the front fog lights are on.
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AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY
(L/100KM)
Shows the average fuel economy since
the last reset. Average Fuel Economy
can be reset by pressing and holding
the SELECT button (as prompted in
the EVIC display). Upon reset, the
history information will be erased,
and the averaging will continue from
the last fuel average reading before
the reset.
DISTANCE TO EMPTY
(DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can
be traveled with the fuel remaining in
the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of
the instantaneous and average fuel
economy, according to the current
fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset.
NOTE: Significant changes in
driving style or vehicle loading
will greatly affect the actual driv-
able distance of the vehicle, re-
gardless of the DTE display value.When the DTE value is less than
48 km estimated driving distance, the
DTE display will change to a text
display of "LOW FUEL”. This dis-
play will continue until the vehicle
runs out of fuel. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn
off the LOW FUEL text and a new
DTE value will display.
TIRE BAR
Press and release the MENU button
until "Tire BAR" is displayed.
Tire pressure information is displayed
as follows:
 If tire pressure is OK for all tires,
TIRE and a vehicle graphic are dis-
played with tire pressure values in
each corner or the graphic.
 If one or more tires have low pres- sure, LOW TIRE and a vehicle
graphic are displayed with tire
pressure values in each corner of
the graphic. Tire pressure values
that are too low will be flashing. 
If the Tire Pressure System requires
service, "Check TPM System" is dis-
played. Tire BAR is an information
only function and cannot be reset.ELAPSED TIME
Shows the total elapsed time of travel
since the last reset. Elapsed time will
increment when the ignition switch is
in the RUN or START position.
Elapsed time is displayed as follows:
hours:minutes:seconds
Elapsed time can be reset by pressing
and holding the SELECT button (as
prompted in the EVIC display). Upon
reset all digits will change to zeros and
time will start incrementing again if
the ignition switch is in RUN or
START.
DISPLAY UNITS IN
Displays the units used for the Out-
side Temperature, Average Fuel
Economy, Distance to Empty and Tire
Pressure features. Press and Release
the SELECT button to toggle units
between "U.S." and "METRIC".
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In the event of a momentary problem,
the transmission can be reset to regain
all forward gears by performing the
following steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
3. Turn the engine OFF.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Shift into the desired gear range.
If the problem is no longer detected,
the transmission will return to normal
operation.
NOTE:
Even if the transmission
can be reset, we recommend that
you visit your authorized dealer at
your earliest possible convenience.
Your authorized dealer has diag-
nostic equipment to determine if
the problem could recur.
If the transmission cannot be reset,
authorized dealer service is required. Overdrive Operation
The automatic transmission includes
an electronically controlled Overdrive
(sixth gear). The transmission will
automatically shift into the Overdrive
gear if the following conditions are
present:
 the shift lever is in the DRIVE po-
sition,
 the transmission fluid has reached an adequate temperature,
 the engine coolant has reached an adequate temperature,
 vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and
 the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator.
Torque Converter Clutch
A feature designed to improve fuel
economy has been included in the au-
tomatic transmission on your vehicle. A clutch within the torque converter
engages automatically at calibrated
speeds. This may result in a slightly
different feeling or response during
normal operation in the upper gears.
When the vehicle speed drops or dur-
ing some accelerations, the clutch au-
tomatically disengages.
NOTE: The torque converter
clutch will not engage until the
transmission fluid and engine
coolant are warm [usually after
2 to 5 km of driving]. Because the
engine speed is higher when the
torque converter clutch is not en-
gaged, it may seem as if the trans-
mission is not shifting into Over-
drive when cold. This is normal.
Using the AutoStick® shift control,
when the transmission is suffi-
ciently warm, will demonstrate
that the transmission is able to
shift into and out of Overdrive.
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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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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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Lights On Reminder. . . . . . . .94
Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . .118
Map Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . .112
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Theft Alarm (Security
Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . .117, 161
Traction Control . . . . . . . . . .156
Turn
Signal . . . . .50, 94, 96, 115, 214
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . .19
Auto Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . . . . . . .43, 44 Low Tire Pressure System
. . . . . .161
Lubrication, Body . . . . . . . . . . .195
Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . .193
Maintenance, General . . . . . . . . .190
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . .190
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . .222
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . .118
Map/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . .96
Master Cylinder (Brakes) . . . . . . .201
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) . . .91
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Methanol Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . .122
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . .66
Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . .66
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . .7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . .161
Multi-Function Control Lever . . . . .94
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . .47Occupant Restraints
. . . . .22, 34, 36
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32, 34
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164, 216
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113, 115
Oil Change Indicator . . . . . .114, 121
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114, 121
Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .191, 216
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Change Interval . . .114, 121, 191
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192, 216
Filter Disposal . . . . . . . . . . .192
Recommendation . . . . . . . . .216
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Oil Filter, Change . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . .192
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . .112
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . .190
Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . .190
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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