The regeneration procedure is controlled
automatically by the engine management control
unit according to the filter conditions and car
use conditions.
There may be a limited increase in the engine idle
speed during the regeneration, a limited increase
in fumes and high temperatures at the exhaust.
These are not faults; they do not impair normal
vehicle performance or damage the environment.
If the dedicated message is displayed, refer to
paragraph "Warning lights and messages".WARNING
During normal service, the catalytic
converter and the diesel particulate
filter (DPF) reach high temperatures. Do not
therefore park the car over inflammable
materials (grass, dry leaves, pine needles,
etc.): fire hazard.
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Electrical devices
Only use electrical devices for the amount of time
needed. The heated rear window, additional
headlights, windscreen wipers and heater fan need
a considerable amount of energy, therefore
increasing fuel consumption (by up to 25% in the
urban cycle).
Climate control system
The use of the climate control system leads to
higher fuel consumption. If the temperature
outside permits, try to use ventilation only.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a
standstill or at idle or high speed: under these
conditions the engine warms up much more
slowly, increasing consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to move off immediately,
slowly, avoiding high speeds: in this way
the engine will warm up more quickly.
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SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which can help you to
save fuel and lower harmful emissions.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressure at least once every 4
weeks: if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight
of the car and its arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When transporting particularly large
objects, use a trailer if possible.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is essential in 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 versions/markets, where provided, at fixed
time intervals, as described in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan.
Regardless of the above, it is always necessary to
carefully 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 your explicit agreement. If
your car is used frequently for towing, the interval
between one service operation and the next should
be reduced.WARNING
The Scheduled Servicing intervals are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to comply with the schedule
may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform a Lancia Dealership of any
small operating irregularities without waiting for
the next service.
For versions equipped with specific fuel supply
and/or trim level (e.g. LPG, Natural Power,
automatic transmission), 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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Thousands of miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90
Thousands of kilometres 15 30 45 60 75 90
105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
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 luggage
compartment locks, as well as cleanliness and
lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if
necessary●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of front disc
brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of the rear drum
brake lining●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive
belt(s)●
Inspect tensioning of accessory drive belt(s) (for
versions without automatic tensioner only)●●
Visually inspect the condition of the toothed timing
drive belt (0.9 TwinAir 85 HP versions excluded)●
Check tappet clearance and adjust if necessary (1.2
8V 69 HP versions)●●
Check manual gearbox oil level●
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Thousands of miles 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
108 120
Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80
100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage
compartment locks, as well as cleanliness and
lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if
necessary
●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of front disc
brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of the rear drum
brake lining●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drivebelt(s)●●
Check manual gearbox oil level●●●●●
Change engine oil and oil filter(1)
Replace the auxiliary drivebelt(s)(2)●
Replace fuel filter cartridge
(3)●●●
Replace air cleaner cartridge
(4)●●●●●
Replace brake fluid●●●●●
Replace passenger compartment cleaner
(4) (O) (●)O●O●O●O●O●
(1) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and 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 replacedevery 6 years.Dusty areas and/or demanding use of the car (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage
60,000 km. 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(O) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and,
if necessary, restore the following:
❒engine coolant, brake fluid and windscreen
washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of screen washer/wiper system and
positioning/wear of windscreen/rear window
wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km, check and top up, if required, the
engine oil level.
HEAVY-DUTY USE OF THE CAR
If the car is mainly used in one of the following
conditions:
❒towing a trailer or caravan;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than 7-8 km) at
sub-zero outside temperatures;
❒engine often idling or driving long distances at
low speeds or long periods of idleness;
the following checks must be performed more
frequently than prescribed in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel
system - brakes) and rubber elements (boots -
sleeves - bushes - etc.);❒check battery charge and battery fluid level
(electrolyte);
❒visually inspect condition of the accessory drive
belts;
❒check and, if necessary, change engine oil and
replace oil filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace pollen filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner.
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
WARNING
Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and
inflammable vapours may be present, with the
risk of fire.
WARNING
Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine
is hot: you may get burned. Remember that
the fan may start up if the engine is hot: this
could injure you. Scarves, ties and other loose
clothing might be pulled by moving parts.
Be careful, when topping up, and take
care not to mix up the various types
of fluids: they are all incompatible with
one another and could seriously damage the
car.
BODY AND UNDERBODY WARRANTY
Your car is covered by warranty against
perforation due to corrosion of any original
element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, refer to
your Warranty Booklet.
PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paint
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately to
prevent the formation of rust.
Maintenance of paintwork consists of washing the
car: the frequency depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used. For
example, in highly polluted areas, or if the roads
are spread with salt, it is advisable to wash the car
more frequently.
To correctly wash the car, proceed as follows:
❒remove the aerial from the roof to prevent
damage to it if the car is washed in an
automatic system;
❒wash the body using a low pressure jet of water;❒wipe the bodywork using a sponge with a
slightly soapy solution, frequently rinsing the
sponge;
❒rinse well with water and dry with a jet of air or
a chamois leather.
Dry the less visible parts (e.g. door frames,
bonnet, headlight frames etc.) with special care, as
water may stagnate more easily in these areas.
The car should not be taken to a closed area
immediately, but left outside so that residual water
can evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been left in the
sun or with the bonnet hot: this may alter the
shine of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the same
way as the rest of the car.
Avoid parking under trees as much as possible; the
resin from trees dulls the paintwork and increases
the possibility of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the acid they
contain is particularly aggressive.
Detergents pollute the environment.
Only wash your car in areas equipped
to collect and treat wastewater from
this type of activity.
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❒if there is any decorative sticker or if high
pressure jets or cleaners are used to wash the
car, keep a distance of at least 40 cm from the
bodywork to avoid damage or alteration;
REFUELLING
Petrol versions 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP 1.2 8V 69 HPRecommended fuels and
original lubricants
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 40 40
Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 R.O.N. (EN 228
specification) including a reserve of
(litres):5÷7 5÷7
Engine cooling system
(litres):5,3 4,950-50 mixture of water
and PARAFLU
UP(*)
Engine sump (litres): 2,8 2,5
SELENIA K P.E.
Engine sump and filter
(litres):3,2 2,8
Gearbox casing/
differential (litres):1,65 1,65TUTELA TRANSMIS
GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit
(litres):0,55 0,55 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen and rear win-
dow washer fluid reservoir
(litres):2,55 2,5Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFES-
SIONAL SC35
(*) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60% PARAFLU and 40%demineralised water is recommended.UP
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