2015 Lancia Delta tow

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Proceed as follows to start the car:
❍connect the positive terminals (+ sign close to the ter-
minal) of both batteries using a lead;
❍ with a second lead, connect the negative terminal –
of the auxiliary battery to an earthing point E
on the
engine or the gearbox of the car to be started;
❍ start the engine;
❍ when the engine has been started, follow the sequence
above in reverse order to remove the leads.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not
persist but contact a Lancia Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative ter-
minals of the two batteries: any sparks may ignite the ex-
plosive gas which could come out of the battery. If the aux-
iliary battery is installed on another car, prevent any con-
tact between metal parts of the two cars. BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or coast-
ing downhill.
This could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic converter
and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake servo and elec-
trical power steering system (where provided) are not op-
erational until the engine is started, a greater effort will
therefore be required to press the brake pedal or turn the
steering wheel.
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198IN AN EMERGENCY
❍a compressor D - fig. 2 including a pressure gauge and
connectors, found in the compartment;
❍ a pair of protective gloves located in the side com-
partment of the compressor;
❍ adapters for inflating different elements.
The quick tyre repair kit also contains a screwdriver and
a tow hook.
fig. 3L0E0076m
FIX & GO AUTOMATIC KIT
The Fix & Go Automatic quick tyre repair kit is located
in the luggage compartment.
The kit fig. 2 includes:
❍ a bottle A containing sealant and fitted with:
– filler pipe B;
– an adhesive label C with the message “max. 80 km/h” to be applied in a position clearly visible by
the driver (on the dashboard) after repairing the tyre;
❍ informative leaflet (see fig. 3), used to ensure the cor-
rect use of the quick tyre repair kit and then given to
the personnel who will be handling the treated tyre;
fig. 2L0E0075m
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The driving characteristics of the car may
change when a space-saver wheel is fitted.
Avoid violent acceleration and braking,
abrupt steering and fast cornering. The total life
of a space-saver wheel is approximately 3,000 km,
after which it must be replaced by another wheel
of the same type. Never install a standard tyre on
a rim designed for use as a space-saver wheel. Have
the wheel repaired and refitted as soon as possi-
ble. Using two or more space-saver wheels at the
same time is forbidden. Do not apply grease to the
bolt threads before assembly: they might sponta-
neously unscrew.
Tool box (versions with HI-FI Bose)
There is a tool box located in the luggage compartment
for versions with HI-FI Bose.
This box contains:
❍ screwdriver;
❍ tow hook;
❍ wheel bolt spanner;
❍ wheel bolt access spanner;
❍ alloy rims centring device;
❍ jack. REMOVING THE SUBWOOFER
(versions with HI-FI Bose)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
IMPORTANT The following procedure only applies to cars
equipped with HI-FI Bose systems with subwoofer (for
versions/markets, where provided).
SUBWOOFER AND SPACE-SAVER WHEEL
Proceed as follows to remove the subwoofer:
❍
open the luggage compartment, pull tab A - fig. 10 and
lift up the mat;
❍ undo locking device A - fig. 8 and lift up the subwoofer.
Then remove connection cable B from velcro attach-
ment C;
fig. 8L0E0176m
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210IN AN EMERGENCY
Versions with alloy rims
❍Place the wheel onto the hub and tighten the bolts us-
ing the spanner provided;
❍ lower the car and remove the jack;
❍ using the spanner provided, fully tighten the bolts in
the sequence shown in fig. 8;
❍ refit the press-fitted hub cap, making sure that the ref-
erence hole on the wheel is aligned with the reference
pin on the cap.
IMPORTANT If it is not fitted properly, the hub cap may
detach when the vehicle is running.
At the end of the operation
❍ Stow the space-saver wheel D - fig. 10 in the space pro-
vided in the luggage compartment;
❍ fit the partially open jack in its box forcing it lightly to
prevent it from vibrating when travelling;
❍ put the tools back into place in the box;
❍ stow the container, complete with tools, in the space-
saver wheel and tighten the locking device B - fig. 10;
❍ reposition the luggage compartment mat correctly. IMPORTANT Do not use air chambers tubes with tube-
less tyres. Check the inflation pressure of the tyres and the
space-saver wheel periodically.
Various fixing bolts and space-saver wheels,
specific and differing in structural charac-
teristics, are used depending on the wheel rim
type (alloy or steel). Fixing bolts for alloy rims can
be identified by the presence of a permanent wash-
er and a hollow side on the bolt head.
Therefore, you will need to contact a Lancia Deal-
ership to get the correct type of fixing bolts and
space-saver wheel if you change the type of wheels
fitted (alloy rims instead of steel rims, or vice ver-
sa). Keep the bolts fitted as standard in case of re-
use of the wheels originally mounted on the car.
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212IN AN EMERGENCY
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold or damp or after
heavy rain or after washing, the surface of headlights or
rear lights may steam up and/or form drops of conden-
sation on the inside. This is a natural phenomenon due
to the difference in temperature and humidity between the
inside and the outside of the glass which does not indicate
a fault and does not compromise the normal operation of
lighting devices. The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from the centre of the dif-
fuser, extending progressively towards the edges.
TYPES OF BULBS fig. 14
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your car:
A. Glass bulbs: they are press-fitted. Pull to remove them.
B. Bayonet type bulbs: to remove this type of bulb fromits holder press the bulb, turn it anticlockwise and re-
move it.
C. Tubular bulbs: to remove, release them from their con- tacts.
D-E. Halogen bulbs: to remove the bulb, release the clip holding the bulb in place.
fig. 14L0E0084m
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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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234MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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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