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STARTING AND DRIVING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, tow-
ing or coasting downhill. This could cause fu-
el to flow into the catalytic converter and
damage it beyond repair.
HOW TO WARM UP THE ENGINE
AFTER IT HAS JUST STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❍drive off slowly, letting the engine turn at medium
speed. Do not accelerate abruptly;
❍do not demand maximum performance for the first few
kilometres. Wait until the engine coolant gauge starts
moving.ENGINE SWITCHING OFF
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a demanding drive, you should al-
low the engine to “catch its breath” before turning it off
by letting it idle to allow the temperature in the engine
compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the accelerator before turn-
ing off the engine serves absolutely no prac-
tical purpose; it wastes fuel and is especially
damaging to turbocharged engines.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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HANDBRAKEThe handbrake lever is located between the front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to operate the handbrake, until the
car is braked.
The car should be braked after a few clicks
of the lever; if it is not, contact a Lancia Deal-
ership to have it adjusted.
When the handbrake is on and the ignition key is at MAR,
the instrument panel xwarning light will come on.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❍slightly lift the lever and press release button A - fig. 1;
❍keep button A pressed and lower the lever. The x
warning light on the instrument panel turns off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this operation
to prevent the car from moving accidentally.
PARKING
Proceed as follows:
❍stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
❍engage a gear (on a slope, engage first gear if the car
is facing uphill or reverse if it is facing downhill) and
leave the wheels steered.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone if the car is
parked on a steep slope.
Do not leave the ignition key on MAR to avoid draining
the battery. Always remove the key when you leave the
car.
Never leave children unattended in the car. Always remove
the ignition key when leaving the car and take it out with
you.
fig. 1
L0E0072m
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IN AN EMERGENCY
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REPLACING FUSESGENERAL INFORMATION
Fuses protect the electric system: they blow in the event
of a failure or improper action on the system. Check the
condition of the corresponding fuse when a device does
not work: the filament A - fig. 37 must be intact. If it is
not, replace the blown fuse with another having the same
amperage (same colour).
Bintact fuse
C fuse with damaged filament.
To replace a fuse, use the pliers D - fig. 37 attached to
the dashboard fuse box.
Refer to the tables on the following pages to identify the
protection fuse.
fig. 37
L0E0085m
If the fuse blows again contact a Lancia
Dealership.Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires
or other materials.Never replace a fuse with another with a
higher amp rating; FIRE RISK.If a general protection fuse (MEGA-
FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows,
contact a Lancia Dealership.Before changing a fuse, check that the igni-
tion key has been removed and that all the
other electric devices have been turned
off/disabled.If a general protection fuse for safety systems
(airbag system, braking system), power unit
systems (engine system, gearbox system) ac-
tive suspension system (for versions/markets, where
provided) or steering system blows, contact a Lan-
cia Dealership.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
When towing, remember that without the help
of the brake servo and electric power steer-
ing, a greater effort is required on the pedal
and steering wheel. Do not use flexible cables when
towing and avoid jerky movements. During towing,
make sure that the trailer hitch does not damage any
components it is touching. When towing the car, it
is compulsory to respect specific highway code reg-
ulations relating to the tow hook and procedures for
towing on the road. Do not start the engine while
towing the car. Before tightening the ring clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure that the
ring is securely fastened before towing the car.
The front and rear tow hooks must only be
used for emergency situations on the road.
The car may be towed for short distances
when a dedicated device is used in compliance with
the Highway Code (rigid bar), and in order to move
the vehicle on the road in preparation for towing
or transport via a breakdown vehicle. Tow hooks
MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles off the road or
where there are obstacles and/or for towing oper-
ations using cables or other non-rigid devices. Re-
specting the above conditions, towing must take
place with two vehicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible along the same centre
line.
Before towing, turn the ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP without removing it. The
steering column will automatically lock when
the key is removed and the wheels cannot be steered.
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REPLACING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare part
with the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the ser-
vice intervals given in the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will
no longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for main-
tenance.
Advanced ESP system
If the battery is disconnected, the áwarning light will
switch on (together with a message in the display) to in-
dicate that the system must be realigned. To s witch thewarning light off, carry out the following initialisation pro-
cedure:
❍turn the ignition key to MAR:
❍turn the steering wheel fully both clockwise and anti-
clockwise (to move from the position with the wheels
straight);
❍turn the ignition key to STOP and then to MAR.
If the áwarning light does not go out after a few seconds,
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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep naked
flames or possible sources of sparks away
from the battery: risk of explosion or fire.Using the battery when the fluid is too low
can damage it irreparably and generate a
risk of explosion.
BATTERYThe car is fitted with a low-maintenance battery F - fig.
1: no electrolyte top-ups with distilled water are needed
in standard conditions of use.
It does need to be checked regularly at a Lancia Dealer-
ship or by specialised personnel to make sure that it is
working properly.
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Windows
Use specific detergents and clean cloths to prevent scratch-
ing or altering the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the inside surface of the rear window
gently with a cloth in the direction of the filaments to avoid
damaging the heater coils.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter, thoroughly wash the engine
compartment, taking care to avoid spraying the water jet
directly onto the electronic control units and the relay/fuse
box on the left side of the engine compartment (driving
direction). Have this operation performed at a specialised
workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should take place with the en-
gine cold and the ign
ition key in the STOP position. After
the washing operation, make sure that the various protec-
tions (e.g. rubber caps and guards) have not been removed
or damaged.Front headlights
Use a soft cloth soaked in water and detergent for wash-
ing cars.
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g. petrol)
or ketones (e.g. acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses of
the front headlights.
IMPORTANT When cleaning the car with a pressure wash-
er, keep the water jet at least 20 cm away from the head-
lights.
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LIST OF CONTENTS
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Main beam headlights
(control)...............................69
– bulb replacement.................215
Maintenance and care.............233
– demanding use of the car.....237
–periodic checks....................237
– Scheduled Servicing Plan.....235
– scheduled servicing..............234
Manual climate
control system.......................59
Maximum speeds....................270
Menu items.............................30
MSR (system).........................119Number plate lights
(bulb replacement)...............218Paint......................................253
Parking sensors......................131–Magic Parking
(Assisted parking)................134
Parking..................................187
Particulate filter (DPF)...........153
Performance...........................270
Power socket..........................85
Pretensioners..........................158
Protecting the environment.....152
Radio (system setup)..............148
Radio transmitters and
mobile phones......................150
Rain sensor.............................72
Reactive Suspension System....109
Rear fog light..........................79
– bulb replacement.................217
Rear roof lights
(bulb replacement)...............220
Rear view mirrors...................56 In an emergency.....................195
Instrument panel....................8
Interior fittings.......................81
Interiors..................................256
“Isofix” (child restraint
system setup)........................169
“Isofix” child restraint systems
(fitting setup).......................169
Keys......................................44
Knowing your car...................7Lancia CODE (sistema)..........43
Lifting the car........................231
Lubricants (specifications)......273
Luggage compartment light
(bulb replacement)...............221
Luggage compartment............96M
agic Parking.......................134
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LIST OF CONTENTS
SBR system.............................157
Seat belts................................156
Seats......................................52
– cleaning...............................256
Side bags................................178
Side lights...............................69
– bulb replacement.................216
Snow chains...........................193
Sport (function)......................77
SPORT function.....................107
Starting and driving................183
Starting the engine...........184-196
Steering lock...........................51
Steering wheel........................56
Steering..................................263
Sun roof.................................86
Sun visors...............................81
Suspension ............................263– Reactive Suspension
System.................................109
Symbols..................................42
Technical specifications..........257
The keys.................................44
Third brake light
(bulb replacement)...............218
To wing the car........................231
To wing trailers........................191
TPMS.....................................127
Tr a n s mission..........................262
Trip Computer........................40
TTC system............................121
Ty r e s
–inflation pressure.................268
– replacement.........................203
–Rim Protector......................266
–snow tyres............................267
– standard tyres provided .......267 Rear window wiper
– blades...........................249-250
– control.................................71
– nozzles.................................251
Refuelling...............................150
Remote control (key)..............45
Replacing a bulb.....................
210
Replacing a wheel...................203
Replacing an exterior bulb......214
Replacing an interior bulb......219
Replacing fuses.......................223
Reversing light
(bulb replacement)...............217
Rim Protector (tyres)..............266
Roof rack/ski rack..................104
Rubber hoses..........................249
Safe Lock (device).................47
Safety.....................................155
Saving fuel.............................189
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