warning Lancia Delta 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

118GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
Replacing the normal tyres with winter tyres
and vice versa requires the inspection of the
T.P.M.S. system, which should only be car-
ried out by a Lancia Dealership.
The T.P.M.S. system requires the use of spe-
cific equipment. Contact a Lancia Dealer-
ship to find out which accessories are com-
patible with the system (wheels, hub caps etc.). The
use of other accessories may affect the normal op-
eration of the system.
Tyre inflation pressure may vary according
to outdoor temperature. The T.P.M.S. system
may temporarily indicate insufficient pres-
sure. In this case check the tyre inflation pressure
with the tyres cold and, if necessary, top up the in-
flation pressure.
If the vehicle is fitted with a T.P.M.S, when
a tyre is removed, it is advisable to replace
the rubber gasket for the valve. Contact a
Lancia Dealership.
If the vehicle is fitted with a T.P.M.S., tyre
and wheel fitting/removal operations require
specific precautions. To avoid damaging or
fitting the sensors incorrectly, tyre and wheel fit-
ting/removal operations should only be carried out
by specialists. Contact a Lancia Dealership.
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 warning light or symbol
nlight-
ing up on the display together with a dedicated mes-
sage. The warning message will go off automati-
cally as soon as the radio-frequency noise ceases to
disturb the system.
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120GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
PARKING SENSORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The parking sensors are located in the rear bumper fig. 75
and their function is to inform the driver, through an in-
termittent buzzer, of the presence of obstacles behind the
car.
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated when the reverse
gear is engaged. As the distance from the obstacle behind
the car decreases, the acoustic alarm becomes more fre-
quent.
fig. 75L0E0059m
BUZZER WARNINGS
When reverse gear is engaged a buzzer warning is acti-
vated if there is an obstacle behind the car. The frequen-
cy of the buzzer varies according to the distance from the
obstacle.
The frequency of the buzzer warning:
❍increases as the distance between the car and the ob-
stacle decreases;
❍becomes continuous when the distance between the car
and the obstacle is less than 30 cm and stops imme-
diately if the distance increases;
❍remains constant if the distance between the car and
the obstacle remains constant.
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Detection distances
Central operating range 140 cm.
Side operating range 60 cm.
If several obstacles are detected by the sensors, only the
nearest one is considered.
FAILURE INDICATIONS
Any faults in the parking sensor system are indicated,
when reverse gear is engaged, by the
èwarning light on
the instrument panel lighting up and a dedicated message
appearing on the multifunctional display.
OPERATION WITH TRAILER
Parking sensor operation is deactivated automatically
when the trailer electric cable plug is fitted into the car
tow hook socket.
The sensors are automatically reactivated when the trail-
er cable plug is disconnected.
The sensor must be clean of mud, dirt, snow
or ice in order for the system to work. Be
careful not to scratch or damage the sensors
while cleaning them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. Clean the sensors with clean water with the
addition of car shampoo if necessary. In washing
stations, clean the sensors quickly, keeping the
steam jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 10
cm away from the sensors.
GENERAL WARNINGS
❍During parking manoeuvres, pay the utmost attention
to any obstacles that could be located above or below
the sensors.
❍Under certain circumstances objects located close to
the car are not detected and could therefore cause dam-
age to the car or be damaged themselves.
The following conditions may influence the performance
of the parking sensor system:
❍Reduced sensor sensitivity and reduced parking aid
system performance could be caused by the presence
of the following on the sensor: ice, snow, mud, multi-
ple layers of paint.
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124GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
SENSORS
The system uses the side sensors (see fig. 76) when look-
ing for a parking space.
These sensors are automatically activated below around
30 km/h; during this stage if the driver has just passed a
space that might be useful for a manoeuvre, the function
can be requested using the special button, at this point the
instructions for carrying out the manoeuvre will be shown
on the display; if the function is not requested by the dri-
ver using the special button, no information will be dis-
played on the instrument panel.
fig. 76L0E0240mfig. 77L0E0241m
OPERATION
The assisted parking manoeuvre can only be activated with
the instrument panel on and at speeds below about 30
km/h and is divided into the following stages:
❍Activation: pressing the button fig. 77 activates the
search stage.
❍Search: the system is continuously searching for a free
parking space that is a suitable size for the vehicle using
the side sensors. The driver determines on which side of
the road they intend to park using the direction indicators
(if no information is available from the direction indica-
tors or hazard warning lights, the search takes place on
the passenger side).
IMPORTANT The SEARCH stage in the system logic is
deactivated after about 10 mins if a suitable parking space
is not identified.
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❍a parking space more than about 130 cm longer than
the dimensions of the vehicle:parking can take place in
several manoeuvres of which only the first takes place with
automatic management of the steering (the subsequent ma-
noeuvres are entirely the responsibility of the driver).
To chose the side on which to search and carry out the ma-
noeuvre, the driver can;
1)
DChoose to carry out the search for the space and
the manoeuvre on the passenger side with:
❍the direction indicator in the middle position;
❍the hazard warning lights on;
❍the hazard warning lights on and the direction indi-
cator in the passenger side position;
❍the direction indicator pointing towards the passenger
side.
2)
FChoose to carry out the search for the space and
the manoeuvre on the driver’s side with:
❍the direction indicator in the driver’s side position;
❍the hazard warning lights on and the direction indi-
cator in the driver’s side position.
The system will notify the driver, on the side in which
the search and the manoeuvre are taking place by means
of dedicated messages in the instrument panel display and
the symbol (
Fand
D) different on the right and left sides. The search will, however, take place on both sides, there-
fore it is possible to make the selection using the direc-
tion indicators even when having just driven past a park-
ing space that is deemed suitable.
During the search stage the speed should be less than
around 30 km/h; if a speed of about 25 km/h is reached
the driver will be advised to decrease the speed, if a speed
of about 30 km/h is exceeded, the system will be deacti-
vated; in this case the system should be reactivated by
pressing button A-fig. 77.
If the Lane Change function is activated (see chapter 1
in the Exterior lights) the search for the parking space
always takes place on the passenger side.
If the parking sensors are activated during the search for
a parking space (see “Front and rear parking sensors”
chapter), the operation of the Magic Parking system is de-
activated.
The manoeuvres of searching for a parking
space and carrying out the parking manoeu-
vre should be carried out following the High-
way Code.
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If the driver carries out a voluntary or involuntary action
on the steering during the parking manoeuvre (touching it
or preventing its movement), the manoeuvre will be in-
terrupted.
If the road surface is very uneven or there are obstacles un-
der the wheels affecting the movement of the vehicle, pre-
venting it from continuing along the correct trajectory, the
manoeuvre may be interrupted.
Conclusion of manoeuvre
If the size of parking space permits, the parking manoeu-
vre may be performed in one go, when reverse gear is re-
leased the wheels will be realigned and the manoeuvre will
be considered completed and the system will consequent-
ly be deactivated. If the size of the parking space is small-
er, it may take several manoeuvres, the driver will be ad-
vised to complete the parking manoeuvre manually via a
dedicated messages in the instrument panel display. General warnings
❍The ultimate responsibility when parking and carrying
out other dangerous manoeuvres always rests with the dri-
ver. Always make sure that there are no people, animals or
objects in the way when carrying out these manoeuvres.
The Magic Parking system (like parking sensors) is de-
signed to assist drivers: in all cases, you must always pay
the utmost attention during potentially dangerous ma-
noeuvres, even when these are carried out a low speed:
❍If the sensors are affected by impacts that alter their
position, the operation of the system may be greatly re-
duced.
❍If the sensors are dirty, covered in snow, ice, mud or
paint, the operation of the system could be greatly reduced.
❍It is vital that the sensors are always clean in order for
the system to work properly. Take great care when clean-
ing the sensors not to scratch or damage them; avoid us-
ing dry, rough or hard cloths. The sensors should be washed
with clean water with possibly some car shampoo added.
In washing stations, clean the sensors quickly, keeping the
steam jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 10 cm
away from the sensors.
If you wish to stop the steering wheel with
your hands during a manoeuvre, it is advis-
able to handle it firmly on the outer rim. Do
not try and keep your hands on the inside or hold
the actual spokes.
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1MESSAGES FROM THE SYSTEM IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
The Magic Parking system is
searching for a suitable parking
space.
The Magic Parking system is
searching for a suitable parking
space.
The Magic Parking system is
searching for a suitable parking
space.
A suitable parking space has
been identified and the position
is correct for starting the parking
manoeuvre. It is necessary to
stop and engage reverse gear.
Disengage
reverse
gearWhen the Magic Parking activation
button is pressed, reverse gear must
be released for the system to be
switched on.
Don’t touch
steer. wheel!The manoeuvre is about to commence,
the driver is invited to let go of the
steering wheel.
Don’t touch
steer. wheel!
Do the
manoeuvreThe manoeuvre has started, the driver
can accelerate and release the clutch
(in the case of a manual transmission)
to enter the parking space; the Magic
Parking system will manage the steer-
ing automatically.
Too fast!The speed of the vehicle is about to ex-
ceed the maximum speed permitted by
the system (the message will be dis-
played at about 25 km/h for the
search stage), if the driver increases
the speed further, the system will au-
tomatically be deactivated.
IMPORTANT Some text messages displayed by the instrument panel are accompanied by acoustic warnings
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Magic Parking
unavailableA problem has been detected in the
Magic Parking system. Go to an au-
thorized service centre.
Try again
laterThe Magic Parking system has de-
tected a problem in one of the systems
required for its operation. If the prob-
lem persists, go to an authorized ser-
vice centre.
The steering
wheel has been
touchedThe driver has voluntarily or invol-
untarily touched the steering wheel.
The system deactivates and control of
the manoeuvre returns to the driver.
Magic Parking
OFFThe Magic Parking system is deacti-
vated for one of the following condi-
tions: Manoeuvre concluded, speed
limits exceeded, presence of a trail-
er, search stage too long, manoeuvre
stage too long, use of parking sensors
requested during the search stage, in-
correct vehicle trajectory as a result
of obstacles at the wheels.
Finish
manually❍The stage managed by the Magic
Parking is over, but the parking ma-
noeuvre still needs to be completed
by the driver.
❍The steering wheel was touched dur-
ing the manoeuvre.
❍Reverse gear was released during the
manoeuvre and the vehicle moved.
❍As a result of obstacles in the way of
the wheels the trajectory of the ve-
hicle was changed.
Trailer
presentThe activation of the Magic Parking
system was requested, but there is a
trailer present (the trailer plug is cor-
rectly inserted).
Magic Parking
disconnectedThe Magic Parking system has been
switched off following a request to ac-
tivate the parking sensors during the
search stage with the vehicle speed be-
low 15 km/h.
IMPORTANT Some text messages displayed by the instrument panel are accompanied by acoustic warnings.
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134GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
fig. 82L0E0249m
The ultimate responsibility when parking
and carrying out other dangerous manoeu-
vres still rests with the driver. When parking, make
sure that no-one is standing in the area, especially
children or animals. Parking sensors are designed
to assist drivers: in all cases, you must always pay
the utmost attention during potentially dangerous
manoeuvres, even when carried out at low speed.
Version with 8 sensors
On the version with 4 front sensors and 4 rear sensors, the
system is activated when reverse gear is engaged or by
pressing the button fig. 8. If there has been a request to
activate the Magic Parking system, the front and rear sen-
sors are not automatically activated during the search for
a parking space, but can be activated by pressing the spe-
cial button (fig. 82) or by engaging reverse gear when
the speed is below around 15 km/h.
When reverse gear is released, the front and rear sensors
remain activated until a speed of around 15 km/h is ex-
ceeded to allow the parking manoeuvre to be completed.
The system can also be activated by pressing the button
fig. 82 in the centre panel: a warning light in the button
comes on when the system is activated.
The sensors are deactivated by pressing the button again
fig. 82 or when a speed of 15 km/h is exceeded: the warn-ing light in the button remains off when the system is not
activated.
When the sensors are activated, the system starts to pro-
duce acoustic signals from the front or rear buzzers as soon
as an obstacle is detected with the frequency increasing as
the obstacle gets closer.
When the obstacle is less than about 30 cm away, the
sound becomes continuous. Depending on the position of
the obstacle (in front or behind) the sound is produced by
the corresponding buzzers (front or rear). The obstacle
closest to the vehicle is signalled.
The acoustic signal stops immediately if the distance of
the obstacle increases. The sound cycle remains constant
if the distance measured by the centre sensors remains un-
changed, whilst if this situation occurs for the side sen-
sors, the signal is interrupted after about 3 seconds (for
example, to prevent signals in the case of manoeuvres
alongside walls).
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BUZZER WARNINGS
The information concerning the presence and distance of
an obstacle from the vehicle is transmitted by means of
acoustic signals from 2 buzzers installed in the passen-
ger compartment:
❍a front buzzer warns of the presence of obstacles at the
front and a buzzer located at the rear warns of the pres-
ence of obstacles at the rear. This notifies the driver of the
direction (front/rear) of the obstacles.
Operation is automatically activated when reverse gear
is engaged.
The acoustic signal:
❍increases as the distance between the car and the ob-
stacle decreases;
❍becomes continuous when the distance between the car
and the obstacle is less than 30 cm and stops immediate-
ly if the distance increases;
❍remains constant if the distance between the vehicle
and the obstacle remains unchanged, whilst if this situa-
tion occurs for the side sensors, the signal is interrupted
after about 3 seconds, for example, to prevent signals in
the case of manoeuvres alongside walls.SENSOR OPERATING RANGE
The sensors allow the system to check the front part (ver-
sion with 8 sensors) and rear part of the vehicle.
Their position covers the middle and side areas of the front
and rear of the vehicle.
If an obstacle is located in a middle area, it is detected
when the distance is less than about 0.9 m (front) and 1.30
m (rear).The sensor must be clean of mud, dirt, snow or
ice in order for the system to work. Take great
care when cleaning the sensors not to scratch
or damage them; avoid using dry, rough or hard cloths.
The sensors should be washed with clean water with
possibly some car shampoo added. In washing sta-
tions, clean the sensors quickly, keeping the steam
jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 10 cm away
from the sensors.
Only have the bumpers repainted or any re-
touches to the paintwork in the area of the
sensors carried out by a Lancia Dealership.
If the paint is incorrectly applied this could ad-
versely affect the operation of the parking sensors.
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