snow chains Lancia Delta 2009 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR111
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System activation is signalled by a message on the recon-
figurable multifunctional display.
When the system is deactivated, the LED on the ASR OFF
button turns on and a message appears on the reconfig-
urable multifunctional display. If the ASR system is de-
activated when travelling, it is automatically turned on by
the system the next time the vehicle is started.
It may be useful to switch off the ASR system when dri-
ving on snow-covered roads with snow chains fitted: in
these conditions, slipping of the drive wheels during take-
off provides better traction.
TTC system
(Electronic self-locking differential)
THIS system is an integral part of the ASR system, which
cuts in when cornering to provide torque to the outside
wheel and braking action to the inside wheel.
In this way the effect of a self-locking differential is sim-
ulated, increasing the sportiness of the car and improv-
ing cornering.ABS SYSTEM
This is an integral part of the braking system, which pre-
vents the wheels from locking or slipping regardless of road
surface conditions and braking intensity, giving the best
control during emergency braking.
The system is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking
Force Distribution), which distributes the braking action
between front and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To achieve maximum efficiency of the brak-
ing system, a settlement period of about 500 km is re-
quired: during this time, avoid sudden, repeated and pro-
longed braking.

STARTING UP AND DRIVING147
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Starting the engine .......................................................................... 148
Handbrake ...................................................................................... 150
Using the manual gearbox ............................................................... 151
Reducing running costs..................................................................... 152
Towing trailers ................................................................................. 154
Snow tyres ....................................................................................... 155
Snow chains .................................................................................... 156
Storing the car ................................................................................. 156

156STARTING UP AND DRIVING
Keep your speed down when snow chains are
fitted. Do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes,
steps and pavements and avoid also driving
for long distances on roads not covered with snow
to avoid damaging the car and the roadbed.
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with lo-
cal regulations.
Snow chains may be applied only to the front wheel tyres
(drive wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after the first few metres
have been driven.
IMPORTANT The spare wheel cannot be fitted with snow
chains. If the front tyre has a puncture, replace a rear wheel
with the spare wheel and move the rear wheel to the front
axle. This way, having two standard size wheels on the
front axle, is it possible to fit the chains.
EXTENDED CAR INACTIVITY
If the car is to be left inactive for longer than a month, the
following precautions should be observed:
park the car in covered, dry and if possible well-ven-
tilated place;
engage a gear;
check that the handbrake is not engaged;
disconnect battery negative terminal and check the bat-
tery charge (see paragraph “Battery - Charge and elec-
trolyte level check” in chapter “5”);
clean and protect the painted parts of the vehicle with
protective wax;
clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special
compounds readily available;
sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen and
rear window wiper blades and lift them off the glass;
slightly open the windows;
cover the car with a fabric or perforated plastic sheet.
Do not use compact plastic sheets which do not allow
humidity to evaporate from the surface of the car;
inflate the tyres to a pressure of +0.5 bar above the
normal specified pressure and check the pressure at
regular intervals;
do not drain the engine cooling system.

168IN AN EMERGENCY
Vehicle handling is modified with the small
spare wheel fitted. Avoid violent acceleration
and braking, sharp steering and fast bend-
ing. The overall duration of the small spare wheel
is of about 3000 km, after which the relevant tyre
must be replaced with another one of the same type.
Never install a traditional tyre on a rim designed to
be used as a small spare wheel. Repair and refit the
standard wheel as soon as possible. Using two or
more small spare wheels at the same time is for-
bidden. Do not apply grease to the bolt threads be-
fore assembly: they might come unscrewed.The jack may only be used to replace wheels
on the car which it equips or other cars of the
same model. Never use the jack for other pur-
poses, such as lifting other car models. Never use
the jack to carry out repairs under the car. Incor-
rect positioning of the jack may cause the car to fall.
Do not use the jack for loads higher than those
shown on the label. Never install snow chains on the
small spare wheel; if a front tyre (driving wheel)
is punctured and you need to use snow chains, use
a standard wheel from the rear axle and install the
small spare wheel on the rear axle. This way, with
two normal front driving wheels, you can install the
snow chains on them, thus resolving the emergency.
If the hub cap is not installed properly, it can
detach itself when the vehicle is running. Nev-
er tamper with the inflation valve. Never in-
troduce tools of any kind between rim and tyre.
Check tyre and small spare wheel pressure regu-
larly referring to the values shown in chapter “6”.
Tool box (versions with Bose Hi-Fi)
There is a tool box located in the luggage compartment
for versions with Bose Hi-Fi.
This box contains:
screwdriver;
tow hook;
wheel bolt spanner;
wheel bolt access spanner;
alloy wheel centering;
jack.

236TECHNICAL DATA
(*) Depending on the trim level, the spare wheel for the 1.9 Twin Turbo Multijet and the 2.0 Multijet has a 205/55 R16-91V tyre
and a 7Jx16” – ET31 rim. In that case the 205/55 R16-91V has the same specifications as the spare wheel: the text and the warn-
ings in the “Chaging a wheel” paragraph therefore refer to the 205/55 R16-91V tyre.
(
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7Jx16”- ET31
7Jx17”- ET31
7.5Jx18”- ET35
4Bx15” H-ET 35 (*) 125/90 R15-96M (*)
205/55 R16-91V
225/45 R17-91W
225/40 R18-92W
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205/55 R16-91T (M+S)
225/45 R17-91T (M+S)
225/40 R18-92T (M+S)
Versions Rims Tyres Snow tyres Spare wheel
(for versions/markets
where required)
Rim Tyre
1.4 Turbo Jet
1.6 Multijet
1.9 Twin
Turbo Multijet
2.0 Multijet
On 205/55 R16-91V tyres, use reduced size snow chains with a maximum projection of 9 mm beyond
the tyre profile. On 225/45 R17-91W tyres, use reduced size snow chains with a maximum projection
of 7 mm beyond the tyre profile.
IMPORTANT The use of 225/40 R18 92W tyres requires specific technical measures to be adopted. For this reason, this
tyre may only be ordered at the time of vehicle purchase. Do not install this tyre after vehicle purchase!

INDEX251
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Rear fog light
(bulb replacement) ................... 181
Rear fog lights ........................... 72
Rear fog lights............................. 71
Rear view mirrors ...................... 49
Rearscreen washer ...................... 64
Rearscreen wiper
– blades ................................... 218
– controls ................................. 64
– jets ........................................ 220
Refuelling the car ....................... 121
Remote control (key) ................... 39
Reversing light
(bulb replacement) ................... 181
Roof rack/ski rack ...................... 99
Rubber hoses ............................. 218
S.B.R. system ............................ 127
Safety ......................................... 125
Seat belts .................................. 126
Seats .......................................... 45
– cleaning ................................ 224
– front with electric lumbar
adjustment ............................ 46– front with manual
adjustment ............................ 45
– with electric heating .............. 46
Side lights .................................. 62
Snow chains .............................. 156
Spark plugs ................................ 229
Sport (function).......................... 102
Starting the engine...................... 148
Starting up and driving............... 147
Steering ...................................... 233
Steering lock .............................. 44
Steering wheel ............................ 49
Storing the car ............................ 154
Sun roof ..................................... 79
Sun visors .................................. 73
Suspension ................................. 233
Symbols ..................................... 36
T.P.M.S. (system)....................... 115
Technical data ............................ 225
Third brake light (bulb replacement)
178
Top speed ................................... 239
Towing the car .......................... 196
Main beam headlights (control) .. 62
– bulb replacement.................... 179
Manual climate control system .... 52
MSR system ............................... 109
Number plate lights
(bulb replacement).................... 182
On board instruments ................ 7
Paint ......................................... 222
Parking sensors .......................... 118
Particulate filter (DPF) ............... 124
Performance ............................... 239
Power windows........................... 85
Preparation for Isofix child seat .. 136
Pretensioners .............................. 128
Protecting the environment ......... 124
Quick tyre repair kit................... 7
Radio transmitters and
cellular phones ......................... 121
Rain sensor ................................ 65
Raising the vehicle ...................... 195