2015 Lancia Delta Owner handbook (in English)

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LIFTING THE CAR
If the car is to be lifted, go to a Lancia Dealership which
is equipped with arm hoists or workshop lifts.
IMPORTANT Be careful when positioning the arm of the
lift for versions with side skirts.
TOWING THE CAR
The tow hook, which is provided with the car, is housed
in the tool box, under the luggage compartment mat.
FASTENING THE TOW RING fig. 44-45
Proceed as follows:
❍release cap A;
❍ take the tow ring B from its housing in the tool box;
❍ screw the ring onto the rear or front threaded pin.
fig. 44L0E0297mfig. 45L0E0091m
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232IN 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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Scheduled servicing .................................................................. 234
Scheduled servicing plan .......................................................... 235
Periodic checks ........................................................................\
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Demanding use of the car .......................................................... 237
Checking levels ........................................................................\
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Air cleaner/Pollen filt er/Diesel filter.......................................... 243
Battery .......................................................................\
.............. 244
Wheels and ty res ...................................................................... 247
Rubber hoses ......................................................................\
...... 249
Windscreen/rear window wiper ................................................. 249
Bodywork ........................................................................\
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Interiors ........................................................................\
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for guaranteeing a long life for
the car under the best conditions.
For this reason, Lancia has planned a series of checks
and services at fixed distance intervals and, for ver-
sions/markets, where provided, at fixed time intervals,
as described in the Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Regardless of the above, it is always necessary to care-
fully follow the instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of liquids, tyre pressure,
etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all Lancia Dealerships
according to fixed time or kilometres/miles intervals. If,
during each operation, in addition to the ones scheduled,
the need arises for further replacements or repairs, these
may be carried out only with the explicit agreement of the
Customer. If your car is used frequently for towing, the in-
terval between one service operation and the next should
be reduced.IMPORTANT
The Scheduled Servicing services are set out by the Man-
ufacturer. Failure to have them carried out may invalidate
the warranty.
It is advisable to inform a Lancia Dealership of any small
operating irregularities without waiting for the next ser-
vice.
For versions equipped with specific supply (e.g. LPG)
and/or trim level, in addition to what is described in the
following Scheduled Servicing Plan, refer to the relevant
additional items in the dedicated supplements.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 120,000 km/6 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from
the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of miles
Thousands of km
Years
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary;
check “Fix&Go Automatic” kit recharge expiry date
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment,
oddment compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (brakes/hydraulic
clutch, screen washer, battery, engine cooling, etc.)
Check exhaust fumes/emissions
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management
system operation; emissions and, for versions/markets,
where provided, engine oil degradation
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, rigid and flexible pipes
(exhaust–fuel system–braking system),
rubber elements (boots, hoses, bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear
Check operation of windscreen wiper/washer system and
adjust jets, if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
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(1) The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions a\
nd is signalled by the warning light or message
in the instrument panel. Anyway, it must never exceed 2 years.
If the car is mainly used in towns and cities, change the engine oil and\
filter every year.
(2) Areas that are not dusty: advised maximum mileage 120,000 km. Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every 6 y ears.
Dusty areas and/or demanding use of the car (cold climates, town use, long peri\
ods of idling): advised maximum mileage 60,000 k m. Regardless of the mileage,
the belt must be replaced every 4 years.
(3) If the car runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km
(4) If the car is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 20,000 km.
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Thousands of miles
Thousands of km
Years
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required
Visual inspection of condition and wear of front disc brake
pads and operation of pad wear indicator
Visual inspection of condition and wear
of rear disc brake pads
Visual inspection of condition and tensioning of accessory
drive belt(s) (for versions without automatic tensioner only)
Replace engine oil and replace oil filter (versions with DPF) (1)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) (2)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (2)
Replace fuel filter (3)
Replace air cleaner cartridge (4)
Replace brake fluid
Passenger compartment filter replacement (4)
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, if nec-
essary, top up the following:
❍engine coolant fluid level;
❍ brake fluid level;
❍ windscreen washer fluid level;
❍ tyre pressure and condition;
❍ operation of lighting system (headlights, direction in-
dicators, hazard warning lights, etc.);
❍ operation of the windscreen/rear window wiper/wash-
er system, position and wear of windscreen/rear win-
dow wiper blades;
Every 3,000 km check and top up if required: engine oil
level.
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
Should the prevailing use of the car be under one of the
following specially demanding conditions:
❍ trailer or caravan towing;
❍ dusty roads;
❍ short (less than 7-8 km) and repeated journeys in sub-
zero temperatures;
❍ engine often idling or driving long distances at low
speeds or prolonged inactivity;
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The following checks must be carried out more often than
indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❍check front disc brake pad condition and wear;
❍ check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages;
❍ visually inspect condition of: engine, gearbox, trans-
mission, pipes and hoses (exhaust – fuel supply system
- brakes) rubber elements (boots – hoses - bushes, etc.);
❍ check battery charge and fluid level (electrolyte);
❍ visually inspect the condition of auxiliary drive belts;
❍ check air cleaner and replace it, if required.
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