Lancia Delta 2008 Owner handbook (in English)

10GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
If the warning light xturns on when the car
is travelling (together with the message on the
display on certain versions) stop the engine
immediately and contact a Lancia Dealership.
Brake pad wear (amber)
The warning light (or symbol on the display)
lights up when the front brake pads show signs
of wear; under these circumstances have them re-
placed as soon as possible. The display will show the ded-
icated message.
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Airbag failure (red)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off af-
ter a few seconds. The warning light stays on,
glowing steadily, if there is a failure in the air bag sys-
tem. The display will show a dedicated message.
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If, when the key is turned to MAR, the ¬
warning light does not come on or if it stays
on with the vehicle in motion (together with
the message on the display) there could be a fail-
ure in the safety systems; under these circumstances
the air bags or pretensioners may not be triggered
in the event of an impact or, more rarely, they could
be triggered accidentally. Contact Lancia Dealer-
ship to have the system checked immediately.
EBD failure (red)
If warning lightsxand are lit up at the same
time with the engine running, this indicates an
EBD system failure or that the system is not
available. Early locking of the rear wheels may
occur in the event of violent braking, causing
the car to swerve.
Drive very carefully to a Lancia Dealership to have
the system inspected. The display will show a dedicated
message.
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WARNING Because the vehicle is equipped with a wear
detection system only for the front brake pads, when these
are replaced the rear brake pads should also be checked
for wear.

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1The failure of the warning light ¬is indi-
cated by it flashing longer than the expected
4 seconds
“, thus signalling that the front
passenger airbag is deactivated. In addition, the
airbag system automatically disables the airbag on
the passenger’s side (both front and side airbags).
In this case, the warning light
¬may not indicate
a fault in the system. Contact a Lancia Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
Passenger-side air bag/side bags
deactivated (amber)
The
“warning light comes on when the front
passenger’s airbag and side bag are disabled. With
front passenger’s airbag on, when the ignition key is turned
to MAR the
“warning light comes on steadily for about
4 seconds, flashes for another 4 seconds and then should
go out.
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The failure of the “warning light is indi-
cated by the
¬it coming on. In addition, the
airbag system automatically disables the
airbag on the passenger’s side (both front and side
airbags, where provided). Contact a Lancia Deal-
ership immediately to have the system checked.
Seat belts unfastened (red)
This warning light lights up when the car is not
moving and the driver’s seat belt is not correctly
fastened. The warning light will flash and a
buzzer will sound if the vehicle is in motion and the front
seat belts are not correctly fastened.
The S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) system buzzer can only
be permanently switched off by a Lancia Dealership.
The system can be reactivated using the Set-up Menu.
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12GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
Low battery charge (red)
The warning light (or symbol in the display)
comes on when the ignition key is turned to
MAR, but it should go out as soon as the engine
has started (with the engine running at idle speed a brief
delay before going out is acceptable).
If the warning light stays on, glowing steadily or flash-
ing: contact a Lancia Dealership immediately.
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Low engine oil pressure (red)
The warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go out as
soon as the engine has started (a brief delay be-
fore going out is acceptable). If there is insufficient engine
oil pressure the display will show the dedicated message.
Engine oil degraded (Multijet versions with DPF)
This warning light flashes when the system detects that
the engine oil has degraded.
After the first indication, at each engine start-up the
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warning light will continue flashing for about 60 seconds
and then every 2 hours until the oil is changed.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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If the vwarning light flashes, promptly
contact your nearest Lancia Dealership to
have the oil changed and the warning light on
the instrument panel turned off.
“Dualdrive” electric power steering
failure (red)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after a
few seconds.
If the warning light (or symbol on the display) remains on,
you will not have steering assistance and the effort required
to operate the steering wheel will be increased; steering is,
however, possible. In this case contact a Lancia Dealership.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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“Dualdrive” electric steering engagement
The warning light comes on (or the word
“CITY” appears on the display) when the
“Dual drive” electric power steering system is ac-
tivated by pressing the relevant control button. Pressing
the button again causes the “CITY” indication to go off.
CITY
Excessive engine coolant temperature
(red)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go out after
a few seconds. The warning light turns on when the en-
gine is overheated. If the warning light comes on, pro-
ceed as follows:
during normal travel: stop the car, stop the engine and
check that the water level in the reservoir is not un-
der the MIN line. If it is, wait for a few minutes for
the engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open
the cap, top-up with coolant and check that the level
is between the MIN and MAX references on the reser-
voir. Also check for leaks. Should the warning light
turn on again at the next start-up, contact a Lancia
Dealership.
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If the vehicle is used under harsh conditions (e.g. tow-
ing of trailers uphill or fully loaded vehicle): slow down
and stop the car if the warning light stays on. Stop
for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine running and slight-
ly accelerated to favour better coolant circulation. Then
stop the engine. Check correct liquid level as described
above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to
keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for a few min-
utes before switching it off.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Doors not closed correctly (red)
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
lights up when one or more doors are not closed
correctly. A buzzer will sound when doors are
open and the car is moving. On the multifunctional dis-
play, the warning light also comes on when the bonnet
and/or tailgate are not closed correctly. The display will
show a dedicated message.
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14GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
General failure indication (amber)
Fuel cut-off initiated
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
comes on when the fuel cut-off system cuts in.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a failure is detected in the engine oil pressure sen-
sor. The display will show a dedicated message.
Dusk sensor failure
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a failure is detected in the dusk sensor.
Speed limit exceeded
This warning light (amber), or symbol on the display
(red), comes on when the preset speed limit is exceeded
(for Arabic countries the speed limit is set at 120 km/h).
The display will show a dedicated message.
Rain sensor failure (where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a fault is detected in the rain sensor.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Parking sensor failure (where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a fault is detected in the parking sensors.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system failure (where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a failure is detected in the T.P.M.S. system (where
provided).
Should one or more wheels be fitted without sensors, the
instrument panel warning light will come on and stay on
until initial conditions are restored.
The display will show a dedicated message.
NOTE If one of the above-mentioned faults occurs,
contact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
AFS system failure
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a failure is detected in the AFS system (see “Head-
lights” paragraph in this chapter). The display will show
a dedicated message.

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Diesel particulate filter clogged
(amber) (Multijet versions)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after
a few seconds. The warning light comes on when the diesel
particulate filter is clogged and the driving conditions do
not allow the automatic activation of the regeneration cy-
cle.
To allow the regeneration cycle to take place, keep the car
running until the warning light turns off.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Fuel reserve (amber)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off af-
ter a few seconds. The warning light comes on
when about 5 to 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
The display will show a dedicated message.
IMPORTANT The warning light will blink to indicate a
system failure. Go to a Lancia Dealership to have the sys-
tem checked.
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EOBD/injection system failure (amber)
Under normal conditions, the warning light
comes on when the ignition key is turned to
MAR, but should go off as soon as the engine is
started.
If the warning light remains on or comes on whilst driving,
this means that the injection system is not working prop-
erly; in particular, if the warning light comes on constantly,
this indicates a malfunction in the supply/ignition sys-
tem that could cause excessive exhaust emissions, a pos-
sible loss of performance, poor driveability and high fuel
consumption.
On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed. Un-
der these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at
moderate speed without demanding excessive effort from
the engine. Prolonged use of the car with the warning light
on may cause damage. Go to a Lancia Dealership as soon
as possible.
The warning light goes out after the fault is cleared, and
the indication is stored in the system.
Petrol engines only
If the warning light is flashing, this indicates that the cat-
alytic converter may be damaged.
If the light flashes, release the accelerator pedal to lower
the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flash-
ing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid
driving conditions that may cause further flashing and con-
tact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
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Steering corrector not available
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when the steering corrector is not available. The display
will show a dedicated message.

16GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
Go to a Lancia Dealership as soon as possi-
ble if warning light Ueither does not light up
when the key is turned to MAR or if while
travelling the warning light comes on either steady
or blinking (on some versions along with a message
on the display). The operation of the warning light
Umay be checked by the traffic police using spe-
cific devices. Follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
Advanced ESP system (amber)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after
a few seconds. If the warning light does not go off
or stays on together with the LED on the ASR button when
travelling, contact a Lancia Dealership. On certain versions
a dedicated message is displayed. If the warning light
flashes when driving, this indicates that the Advanced ESP
system has cut in.
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Hill holder system failure (amber)
The áwarning light turns on to indicate a Hill
holder system failure. In this case, contact a
Lancia Dealership as soon as possible. Alter-
natively, on some versions the *symbol is
lit up on the display.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Glow plug preheating
This warning light comes on when the key is
turned to MAR. It will go out as soon as the glow
plugs have reached a predetermined temperature.
Start the engine as soon as the warning light goes out.
IMPORTANT At high outdoor temperatures the warning
light stays on for an extremely short time.
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To switch the warning light off, carry out the following
initialization procedure:
turn the ignition key to the ON position;
turn the steering wheel fully both clockwise and anti-
clockwise (to move from the position with the wheels
straight);
turn the ignition key to the OFF position and then turn
it back ON.
If the
áwarning light does not go out after a few
seconds, seek assistance from a Lancia Dealership.

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Water in diesel fuel filter (Multijet
versions) (amber)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after
a few seconds. The warning light turns on when there is
water in the diesel fuel filter. The display will show a ded-
icated message.
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The presence of water in the fuel system cir-
cuit may cause severe damage to the injection
system and irregular engine operation. If the
cwarning light comes on (together with a message
on the display on some versions), go to a Lancia
Dealership as soon as possible to have the system
bled. Water may have been introduced in the tank if
this appears immediately after refuelling: in this
case, stop the engine immediately and contact a
Lancia Dealership.
ABS system failure (amber)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go off af-
ter a few seconds. The warning light lights up
when the system is either not working or not available.
Under these circumstances the braking system will work
as normal without the extra performance offered by the
ABS system.
Drive carefully to the nearest Lancia Dealership to have
the system checked.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Lancia Code system failure (amber)
This warning light (or symbol on the display),
when on constantly with the ignition key turned
to MAR, indicates a possible failure (see “Lancia
Code system” in chapter 1).
If the
Ywarning light (or symbol in the display) is blink-
ing, this means that the vehicle is not protected by the en-
gine inhibitor device (see “Lancia Code system” in chap-
ter 1).
Contact a Lancia Dealership to have all the keys stored.
Alarm failure (where provided)
A fault with the alarm system is signalled by this warn-
ing light (or symbol in the display) coming on. Contact a
Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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Glow plug heating failure
The warning light will blink in the event of a failure in the
glow plug preheating system. Go to a Lancia Dealership
as soon as possible.
The display will show a dedicated message.

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Break-in attempt (where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on
when a break-in attempt is detected. Contact a Lancia
Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show a dedicated message.Check tyre pressure
This warning light (where provided) comes on when the
ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after
a few seconds.
The warning light (or symbol in the display) lights up to
indicate that a tyre is flat (see “T.P.M.S. system ” in this
chapter).
Should two or more tyres be flat, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tyre in sequence. Restore
the correct inflation pressure values as soon as possible (see
paragraph “Cold inflation pressures” in chapter “6”).
Tyre pressure unsuitable for speed
This warning light (where provided) comes on when the
ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after
a few seconds.
Should it be necessary to travel at a speed higher than 160
km/h, inflate the tyres to the pressure value specified in
paragraph “Inflation pressures” in chapter “6”.
If the T.P.M.S. system (where provided) detects that the
inflation pressure of one or more tyres is unsuitable for the
speed being maintained, it lights up the warning light or
symbol (together with a message shown on the display)
(see paragraph “Insufficient tyre inflation pressure” in this
chapter). The warning light remains on until the vehicle
speed is reduced to below a certain threshold (see para-
graph “T.P.M.S. system” in this chapter). Insufficient tyre inflation pressure
(where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
comes on when the ignition key is turned to MAR,
but it should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light (amber), or symbol on the display (red),
lights up when the inflation pressure of one or more tyres
falls below a preset level.
In this way the T.P.M.S. system warns the driver that one
or more tyres may be dangerously flat and liable to punc-
ture (see “ T.P.M.S. system” in this chapter).
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more
tyres flat as vehicle driveability may be compromised. Stop
the car, avoiding harsh braking or steering manoeuvres. Re-
place the wheel immediately with the small spare wheel
(where provided) or carry out a repair using the dedicated
kit (see the paragraph on “Replacing a wheel” in chapter
4) and contact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
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Particularly strong radio frequency interfer-
ence may cause the T.P.M.S. system to func-
tion incorrectly. This condition is indicated
to the driver by a message (where provided).
The warning message will go off automatically as
soon as the radio-frequency noise ceases to disturb
the system.
External lighting failure (amber)
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
comes on when a failure is detected in any of
the following lights:
sidelights;
brake lights (where provided);
rear fog lights;
direction indicators;
number plate lights;
daylight lights.
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Rear fog lights (amber)
The warning light comes on when the rear fog
lights are turned on.
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Front fog lights (green)
The warning light comes on when the front fog
lights are turned on.
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Direction indicators
(green - intermittent)
The warning lights turn on when the direction
indicator control lever is moved downwards,
upwards or when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
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IMPORTANT reduce speed immediately if this occurs.
Tyre overheating could irreparably compromise tyre per-
formance and life, and in extreme cases may even cause
the tyre to explode.The fault relating to these lights may be caused by: one or
more burnt lamps, a blown protection fuse or interruption
of the electrical connection.
The display will show a dedicated message.