light Lancia Delta 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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BATTERY
The battery F-fig, 1-2-3 provided with this vehicle is a
“Reduced maintenance” battery: no top-ups with distilled
water are needed in normal conditions of use.
It should nevertheless be periodically checked by a Lan-
cia Dealership or specialised personnel to check its effi-
ciency.
The battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames and sources of sparks away
from the battery: risk of explosion and fire.
Running the battery with an excessively low
liquid level will damage the battery beyond
repair and even cause an explosion.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare part
with the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the ser-
vice intervals given in the “Scheduled Service Plan” will
no longer be valid.
Refer therefore to the instructions provided by the battery
manufacturer.
If the battery is disconnected, the áwarning light will
come on (together with a message in the display) to indi-
cate that the system must be realigned. To switch the
warning light off, carry out the following initialization pro-
cedure:
❍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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USEFUL ADVICE FOR LENGTHENING
THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make its life longer,
observe the following indications:
❍when you park the car, ensure the doors, tailgate and
bonnet are closed properly to ensure that the courtesy
lights do not remain lit in the passenger compartment;
❍switch off all lights inside the car: the car is however
equipped with a system which switches all internal
lights off automatically;
❍do not keep accessories (e.g. sound system, hazard
lights, etc.) switched on for a long time when the en-
gine is not running;
❍before performing any operation on the electrical sys-
tem, disconnect the battery negative terminal;
❍battery terminals should always be perfectly tightened.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains below 50% for
a long time, the battery will be damaged by sulphation,
reducing its capacity and starting attitude.The battery will also be at increased risk of freezing (e.g.
already at -10°C). Refer to the paragraph “Car inactivi-
ty” in chapter “3” if the car is left parked for a long time.
If after buying the car, you want to install electric acces-
sories which require permanent electric supply (alarm,
etc.) contact a Lancia Dealership whose qualified per-
sonnel, in addition to suggesting the most suitable devices
from the Lineaccessori Lancia, will evaluate the overall
electric absorption, checking whether the car’s electric sys-
tem is capable of withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with a more powerful bat-
tery.
Since these devices continue absorbing energy even when
the ignition key is off, they gradually run down the bat-
tery.
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240CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To wash the car correctly, proceed as follows:
❍remove the aerial from the roof to prevent damage to
it if the car is washed in an automatic system;
❍in washing stations keep the steam jet/high pressure
washing nozzles at least 40 cm away from the body-
work to prevent damage. Remember that in the long-
term puddles of water can damage the car;
❍wash the body using a low pressure jet of water;
❍wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy solution over the
bodywork, frequently rinsing the sponge;
❍rinse well with water and dry with a jet of air or leather
pad.
When drying take care to dry the least exposed parts where
the water could collect most easily. It is a good idea to leave
the car in the open for a while after washing it to give time
for the water to evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been parked in the sun
or when the engine is bonnet is hot: this could take the
shine off the paint. ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aesthetic purpose, but
also protects the underlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately to prevent
the formation of rust. Only use genuine spare paint prod-
ucts for touch-ups (see “Bodywork paint identification
plate” in the “Technical Specifications” section).
Normal maintenance of paintwork consists in washing the
car: the frequency depends on the conditions and envi-
ronment where the car is used. For example, it is advis-
able to wash the car more often in areas with a high en-
vironmental pollution or on roads sprinkled with salt.
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Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the same way
as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees; the resinous sub-
stance many species release give the paint a dull appearance
and increase the possibility of triggering rust processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be washed off imme-
diately and thoroughly as the acid they contain is partic-
ularly aggressive.
Detergents cause water pollution. The car
should be washed in areas equipped for col-
lecting and purifying the liquid used in the
washing process.
Windows
Use specific window cleaner products.
Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching the glass or dam-
aging the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window inside gently with a
cloth in the direction of the filaments to avoid damaging
the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter, thoroughly wash the engine
compartment, taking care to avoid directly hitting with
the water jet the electronic control units and the relay/fuse
control unit on the left side of the engine compartment
(running direction). Have this operation performed at a
specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT Perform this operation on a cold engine and
with the key at STOP. After the washing operation, make
sure that the various protections (e.g. rubber caps and
guards) have not been removed or damaged.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g.: petrol)
or ketenes (e.g.: acetone) for cleaning front headlight plas-
tic lens.
To keep intact the aesthetic properties of the
paintwork do not use abrasive and/or pol-
ish products for cleaning the car bodywork.
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242CARE AND MAINTENANCE
INTERIOR
Periodically check that water is not trapped under the mats
(due to water dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.) which
could cause oxidisation of the sheet metal.
Never use flammable products, such as petrol
ether or rectified petrol to clean inside the car.
The electrostatic charges which are generat-
ed by rubbing during the cleaning operation may
cause a fire.
Don’t keep aerosol cans in the vehicle: risk of
explosion. Aerosol cans must not be exposed
to a temperature exceeding 50°C. When the
vehicle is exposed to sunlight, inner temperature can
greatly exceed this value.
CLEANING SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. It is
advisable to use a moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened with a solution of
water and neutral detergent.
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic parts with a moist
cloth and a solution of water and mild soap. Use specific
products for cleaning plastic, without solvents and specif-
ically designed to prevent damage to the appearance and
colour of the treated parts to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Never use spirit or petroleum to clean the
instrument panel.
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256TECHNICAL DATA
fig. 6
L0E0101m
DIMENSIONS
452010172700
(*) measurements may vary slightly according to rim size1499 (*)15381531
Luggage compartment capacity:
Unladen luggage compartment capacity (V.D.A. standards): ............380 dm
3
Maxi capacity ....................................................................................465 dm3
Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the vehicle fitted with standard
tyres. The height refers to the vehicle unladen.
1797803
ABCDEFGH
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57 –
8/10 –
7.1 –
4.3 3.60
4.9 4.10
3.1 2.63
–0.8
6–57 –
8/10 –
7.1 –
4.3 3.60
4.9 4.10
3.1 2.63
–0.8
6–Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(Specification EN590)
Mixture of 50% distilled water and
50% PARAFLU UP (▲)
SELENIA WR P.E.
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and fluid
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35
TECHNICAL DATA261
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(*) Values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washer.
(
▲) When the vehicle is used under particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU UP
and distilled water.
1.9 Twin Turbo Multijet 2.0 Multijet Recommended fuels litres kg litres kg and original lubricants
Fuel tank:
including a reserve of:
Engine cooling system
Engine sump:Engine sump and filter:
Gearbox/differential casing:
Hydraulic brake circuit with
ABS system:
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluid reservoir:
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INDEX267
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Boot ........................................ 89
Boot light (bulb replacement) .. 203
Brakes ..................................... 250
Bulb (replacement)................... 192
– bulb types .......................... 195
Capacities .................................. 260
Car parked ................................. 168
Care and maintenance................ 215
– heavy-duty use of the car........ 221
– periodic checks ...................... 221
– scheduled maintenance ........... 216
– Scheduled Maintenance Plan .. 217
Carrying children safely ............. 150
Central locking ........................... 84
Changing a bulb ......................... 192
– exterior bulb.......................... 196
– interior bulb.......................... 201
Changing a wheel....................... 185
Checking fluid levels .................. 223
Child safety device..................... 83
Child seats (compliance for use) ... 157
Cigar lighter ............................... 78Climatic comfort ......................... 51
CO
2emissions ............................ 266
Code card ............................ 37-38
Controls ..................................... 70
Cornering lights........................... 61
Courtesy lights ........................... 68
Courtesy mirror lights
(bulb replacement).................... 204
Cruise control .............................. 66
Cup holder/glove
box compartments.................... 77
Current socket ............................ 78
Dashboard ................................ 6
Dimensions ................................ 256
Dipped headlights (control) ......... 62
– bulb replacement ................... 196
Direction indicators
– controls ................................. 62
– bulb replacement.................... 198
Display ....................................... 20
– display readings..................... 32
– menu items............................. 24
ABS system ................................ 113
Adaptive lights..................... 72-101
Advanced ESP (system)............. 110
AFS system (adaptable lights) ..... 101
Air bag
– front ...................................... 158
– side ....................................... 161
Air filter/Pollen filter/
Diesel filter .............................. 230
Alarm......................................... 41
Ashtray...................................... 79
ASR system ................................ 112
Assisted parking (Magic Parking) 123
Automatic headlight sensor
(dusk sensor)........................... 61
Battery
– jump starting ...................... 176
– recharging .......................... 213
– replacement ........................ 231
Bodywork ................................ 239
– bodywork versions .............. 246
Bonnet .................................... 97
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268INDEX
Fog lights ............................ 61-72
– bulb replacement ................... 199
Fog lights ................................... 71
Follow me home (device)............. 63
Food compartment ...................... 75
Front/rear armrest................. 74-76
Fuel cap ..................................... 140
Fuel consumption ....................... 264
Fuel feed .................................... 249
Fuel lock .................................... 73
Fuse replacement ....................... 205
Fuses (replacement) ................... 205
Glove box light
(bulb replacement) ................... 204
Glove compartment................ 74-77
Handbrake ................................ 168
Hazard warning lights ................ 71
Headlights .................................. 100
Headrests ................................... 48
Hill Holder system ...................... 111
Identification data ..................... 244In an emergency ......................... 175
Instrument panel
and instruments ....................... 7
Interior fittings ........................... 74
Interiors ..................................... 242
Isofix child seats
(fitting arrangement)................. 155
Keys .......................................... 38
Knowing your car ........................ 5
Lancia CODE system ................. 37
Load compartment
(magic back box - twin
compartment) ........................... 94
Magic back box
(twin load compartment)........... 94
Magic Parking............................. 123
Main beam headlights (control) ... 62
– bulb replacement ................... 197
Manual climate control ............... 52
Manual gearbox (use)................ 169
MSR system ............................... 112 Display readings.......................... 32
Door locking............................... 82
Doors......................................... 82
– child safety device.................. 84
– emergency rear door
locking device ........................ 85
DPF (particulate filter DPF) ....... 141
Driving Advisor ........................... 106
DST system................................. 102
Dualdrive electric power
steering system.......................... 115
Electric windows........................ 85
Engine codes/bodywork versions .. 246
Engine compartment (washing) .. 241
Engine
– features ................................. 247
– identification code ................ 224
EOBD system ............................. 115
External lights ............................ 60
Fix&Go Automatic (device) ....... 177
Flashing the headlights ............... 62
Fluids and lubricants.................. 262
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Rear window wiper
– blades ................................... 237
– controls ................................. 64
– jets ........................................ 238
Rear-view mirrors ...................... 49
Refuelling the car ....................... 138
Remote control (key) ................... 39
Reversing light
(bulb replacement) ................... 199
Roof rack/ski rack ...................... 99
Rubber hoses ............................. 236
S.B.R. system ............................ 145
Safety ......................................... 143
Safety belts ................................ 144
Seats .......................................... 45
– cleaning ................................ 242
– front with manual adjustment .. 45
– front with electric lumbar
adjustment ............................ 46
– with electric heating .............. 46
Side lights .................................. 62
Snow chains .............................. 174Spark plugs................................ 247
Sport (function).......................... 102
Starting the engine ...................... 166
Starting up and driving ............... 165
Start-up device........................... 44
Steering lock .............................. 44
Steering system .......................... 252
Steering-wheel............................ 49
Storing the car ............................ 174
Sun roof ..................................... 79
Sun visors.................................. 74
Suspensions ................................ 251
– Reactive Suspension System ... 104
Symbols..................................... 36
T.P.M.S. (system) ....................... 117
Technical data............................ 243
Third brake light
(bulb replacement) ................... 200
Top speed ................................... 257
Towing the car .......................... 214
Towing trailers .......................... 172
TPMS system ............................. 117
Number plate lights
(bulb replacement).................... 200
On board instruments ................ 7
Paint ......................................... 240
Parking sensors.......................... 120
– Magic Parking
(Assisted parking).................. 123
Particulate filter (DPF) ............... 141
Performance ............................... 257
Preparation for Isofix child seat .. 155
Pre-tensioners ............................ 146
Protecting the environment ......... 141
Quick tyre repair kit................... 7
Radio transmitters and
mobile phones .......................... 138
Rain sensor ................................ 65
Raising the car ........................... 213
Reactive Suspension System ........ 104
Rear fog light .............................. 72
– bulb replacement .................. 199
Rear screen washer ..................... 64
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