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STARTING AND DRIVING
STARTING THE ENGINE
STARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox in
neutral;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as
soon as the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the
instrument panel warning light
remains on
together with warning light
, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains on, try the other keys provided with the
vehicle.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Never leave the ignition key in MAR position when
the engine is stopped.
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(excluding 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP)Engine starting for 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP versions
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gear lever
in neutral or fully press the clutch pedal if a
gear other than neutral is engaged;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as
soon as the engine starts.
NoteIf the vehicle does not start at the first
attempt, return the ignition key to STOP and
repeat the starting procedure placing the gear
lever in neutral and fully pressing the clutch
pedal.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Never leave the ignition key in MAR position when
the engine is stopped.If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the
instrument panel warning light
remains on
together with warning light
, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains on, try the other keys provided with the
vehicle.
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If, when the ignition key is at MAR the
warning light remains lit, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains lit, try with the other keys provided
with the car.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Warning lightwill flash for 60
seconds after starting or during
prolonged cranking to indicate a fault
with the glow plug heating system. You can
use the car as usual if the engine starts but
you should contact a Lancia Dealership as
soon as possible.
WARNING
It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes
in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.
WARNING
Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational
until the engine has been started, therefore
much effort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
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STARTING PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox in
neutral;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR: the warning lights
andon the instrument panel will turn
on;
❒wait for the warning lights
andto
switch off;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV as soon as warning
light
switches off. Waiting too long will
waste the work done by the glow plugs. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the accelerator
must be entirely released when turning the
ignition key to position AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure.
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WARNING
Depress the clutch pedal fully to
change gear correctly. It is therefore
essential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying flat and
do not get in the way of the pedals.
Do not drive with your hand resting on
the gear lever as the force exerted,
even if slight, could lead over time to
premature wear of the gearbox internal
components.
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USING THE GEARBOX
To engage the gears, fully depress the clutch pedal
and put the gear lever into the required position
(the diagram is shown on the knob fig. 113).
For 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP and 1.2 8V 69 HP
versions, to engage reverse R from neutral, lift the
ring A fig. 113 and shift the lever to the right
and back.
For 1.3 16V MultiJet version: to engage reverse R
from neutral position, shift the lever to the right
and then back.
IMPORTANT Reverse can only be engaged when
the car is completely stationary. With the engine
running, wait for at least 2 seconds with the clutch
pedal fully pressed before engaging reverse to
prevent damage to the gears and grating.
fig. 113L0F0058
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CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short distances and frequent cold start-ups will
prevent the engine from reaching optimal running
temperature.
Consequently, both consumption (from +15 to
+30% on urban cycle ) and emissions will
increase.
Traffic and road conditions
Rather high fuel consumption is caused by heavy
traffic, for instance when travelling in a queue
with frequent use of low gears or in large towns
with many traffic lights. Winding mountain roads
and rough road surfaces also adversely affect
consumption.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged stops (e.g. level crossings) the
engine should be switched off.
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Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when at traffic lights or before
stopping the engine. This and also double
declutching is absolutely pointless on modern cars
and also increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and road
conditions allow. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions and engine wear.
Maximum speed
Fuel consumption increases considerably with
speed. Maintain a constant speed, avoiding
unnecessary braking and acceleration, which cost
in terms of both fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Sudden acceleration has a very negative effect on
fuel consumption and emissions: accelerate
gradually.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BOX
fig. 155
DEVICES FUSE AMPS
+15 Headlight alignment corrector F13 5
+15 ignition-operated control with inhibition during
engine startingF31 5
+30 Climate control unit, Blue&Me
TMcontrol unit,
EOBD socket, radio setupF36 10
+15 switch on brake pedal (NO) F37 7,5
Door central locking F38 20
Two-way windscreen washer pump F43 20
Front electric window (driver side) F47 20
Front electric window (passenger side) F48 20
+15 Sun roof, heated seats, rain/dusk sensor, electric
mirror control, control lighting, AUX socketF49 7,5
+15 Radio setup, climate control system control unit,
sun roof, parking control unit, brake pedal switch
(NC), clutch pedal switch (NC), reversing lights,
headlight washer coilF51 5
+30 Instrument panel F53 7,5
+15 = ignition-operated positive terminal
+30 = battery direct positive terminal (notignition-operated)
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
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PETROL VERSIONS
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 120,000 km/8 years, must be cyclically
repeated starting from the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
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 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 (headlights,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage
compartment, passenger compartment, glove
compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine
coolant, hydraulic clutch/brakes, screen washer,
battery, etc.)●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●●●●●●
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, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (boots, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)●●●●●
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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 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 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 (headlights,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage
compartment, passenger compartment, glove
compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine
coolant, hydraulic clutch/brakes, screen washer,
battery, etc.)●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●●●●●●
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, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (boots, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)●●●●●
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade
position/wear●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary●●●●●
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FUEL SUPPLY
Versions Power supply
0.9 TwinAir 85 HPTimed sequential Multipoint electronic injection, with knock control and intake
valve variable actuation
1.2 8V 69 HPMultipoint sequential timed electronic injection, returnless system
1.3 16V MultiJetElectronically controlled Common Rail MultiJet direct injection with turbocharger
and intercooler
WARNING
Modifications or repairs to the fuel supply system that are not carried out correctly or
do not take the system's technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions
leading to the risk of fire.
TRANSMISSION
Versions Gearbox Clutch Drive
0.9 TwinAir 85 HP
Five forward gears and
reverse with synchromesh for
forward gear engagementSelf-adjusting pedal without
idle strokeFront 1.2 8V 69 HP
1.3 16v MultiJet
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