brake fluid Lancia Delta 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR9
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SPEEDOMETER (SPEED INDICATOR) fig. 2-3
Indicator A shows the speed of the car.
REV. COUNTER fig. 2-3
The indicator D shows the engine revs.
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE fig. 2-3
Indicator B shows the amount of fuel in the tank.
The
Kwarning light will come on (together with a mes-
sage on the display) to indicate there are between 5 and
7 litres of fuel remaining.
Do not travel with the tank nearly empty: lack of fuel sup-
ply could damage the converter.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
fig. 2-3
Gauge C shows the temperature of the engine coolant and
indicates when the coolant temperature exceeds 50°C. The
first reference remains on constantly to indicate the sys-
tem is operating correctly. The
uwarning light comes
on (together with a message on the display) to indicate
that the temperature of the engine coolant has increased
significantly. In this event, stop the engine and go to a Lan-
cia Dealership.INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING LIGHTS
General warnings
The lighting up of a warning light is associated with a spe-
cific message and/or buzzer when applicable. These in-
dications are brief and precautionary and as such must
not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the
information contained in the Owner’s Handbook, which
you are recommended to read carefully in all cases. Al-
ways refer to the information in this chapter in the event
of a failure indication.
Low brake fluid level (red)
This warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go out af-
ter a few seconds. The warning light comes on
when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls be-
low the minimum level due to possible leaks in the circuit.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Handbrake on (red)
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 the handbrake is on. If
the car is moving a buzzer is also triggered.
IMPORTANT If the warning light comes on with the ve-
hicle in motion, check that the handbrake is not engaged.
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ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION
Intervention of the ABS is detected by a slight pulsing of
the brake pedal accompanied by a noise: such an event
indicates that you need to adjust your speed to the type of
road on which you are travelling.FAILURE INDICATIONS
ABS failure
This is signalled by the warning light >on the instru-
ment panel coming on together with a message on the re-
configurable multifunctional display.
In this case, the braking system will work as normal with-
out the extra performance offered by the ABS system. Dri-
ve carefully to the nearest Lancia Dealership to have the
system checked.
EBD failure
This is signalled by the warning lights >andxon the
instrument panel coming on, together with a message on
the reconfigurable multifunctional display.
In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the
vehicle may swerve when braking sharply. Drive careful-
ly to the nearest Lancia Dealership to have the system
checked.
When the ABS cuts in, and you feel the brake
pedal pulsating, do not remove your foot, but
keep it pressed; in doing so you will stop in
the shortest amount of space possible under the cur-
rent road conditions.
When the ABS intervenes, it means that you
are approaching the grip limit between tyres
and road: it is necessary to slow down to ad-
just the speed according to available grip.
The ABS exploits the tyre-road grip at the
best, but it cannot improve it; you should
therefore take every care when driving on
slippery surfaces and not take unnecessary risks.
If the xwarning light on the instrument
panel comes on only, with a message on the
multifunctional reconfigurable display, stop
the car immediately and contact the nearest Lancia
Dealership. Leakage of hydraulic fluid from the
braking system will compromise the functionality
of the braking system, affecting both the conven-
tional brakes and the ABS.
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180IN AN EMERGENCY
INFLATION PROCEDURE
Put on the protective gloves provided togeth-
er with quick tyre repair kit.
❍Engage the handbrake. Unscrew the tyre valve cap,
take out the flexible filling pipe A-fig. 4 and screw
down the ring nut B on the tyre valve;
❍make sure that switch D-fig. 5 on the compressor is
in position 0 (off), start the engine, insert pin E-fig. 6
into the current socket and switch on the compressor
by placing switch D-fig. 5 in position 1 (on).
fig. 4L0E0077m
The cylinder contains ethylene glycol. Con-
tains latex: may cause an allergic reaction.
Harmful if swallowed. Irritates the eyes. May
cause sensitization by inhalation or contact. Avoid
contact with your eyes, skin and clothes. In the event
of contact, wash immediately with plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting if swallowed. Rinse your
mouth and drink plenty of water. Call a doctor im-
mediately. Keep away from children. The product
must not be used by asthmatics. Do not breath in
the vapours during insertion and suction. Call a
doctor immediately if allergic reactions are noted.
Store the cylinder in the specific compartment, away
from sources of heat. The sealing fluid will expire.
Replace the cylinder containing expired seal-
ing liquid. Dispose of the cylinder and the
sealant liquid properly. Dispose according to
the national and local laws in force.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE217
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
Petrol versions
Thousands of kilometres
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights,
passenger compartment lights, boot lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rearscreen wiper blades
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and
brake pad wear indication
Check rear disc brake pad condition and wear
Visually inspect the condition of: bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanness of bonnet and boot locks and
linkage cleanness and lubrication;
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels (engine coolant, brake/hydraulic
clutch fluid, windscreen washer fluid, battery fluid, etc)
Check the handbrake lever stroke and adjust it, if necessary
visually inspect the condition of the accessory drive belt
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Check exhaust fumes/emissions
Check evaporation control system
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic socket)
Replace auxiliary drive belt/s
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)
Replace spark plugs
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine oil and oil filter (or every 24 months) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 2 years)
Change pollen filter (or every 15 months)
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt should be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates,
driving in the city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years.
(**) If the car is mainly used in cities or less than 10,000 km a year, change the engine oil and filter every 12 months.
For 1.4 Turbo Jet versions, in order to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to ob-
serve the following:
- only use spark plugs specifically certified for Turbo Jet engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the “En-
gine” paragraph);
- carefully observe the spark plug replacement intervals detailed in the Scheduled Service Plan;
- it is advisable to have this performed at a Lancia Dealership.
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Diesel versions
Thousands of kilometres
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights,
passenger compartment lights, boot lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rearscreen wiper blades
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and
brake pad wear indication
Check rear disc brake pad seal condition and wear
Visually inspect the condition of: bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanness of bonnet and boot locks and
linkage cleanness and lubrication
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels
(engine coolant, brake/hydraulic clutch fluid, windscreen washer fluid, battery fluid, etc)
Check the handbrake lever stroke and adjust it, if necessary
Check and if necessary adjust the auxiliary
drive belts (excluding engines equipped with automatic tensioners)
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Thousands of kilometres
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic socket)
Replace auxiliary drive belt
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)
Replace fuel filter
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine oil and oil filter (versions without DPF) (or every 24 months)
Change engine oil and oil filter (versions with DPF) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 15 months)
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt should be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates,
driving in the city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years.
(**) The engine oil and the filter must be changed when the instrument panel warning light comes on (see “Warning lights and
Messages” chapter) and in all cases every 2 years.
If the car is used mainly in towns the engine oil and filter need to be changed every 12 months.
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REGULAR INSPECTIONS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and top
up if required:
❍engine coolant fluid level;
❍brake fluid level;
❍windscreen washer fluid level;
❍tyre pressure and condition;
❍operation of lights (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, etc.);
❍operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system, po-
sition and wear of windscreen/rearscreen wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km check the following and top-up, if re-
quired: engine oil level.
You are recommended to use PETRONAS LUBRICANTS
products, designed and produced specifically for Lancia
cars (see table “Capacities” in chapter “6”).
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
If you use the vehicle mainly under one of the following
especially heavy conditions:
❍trailer or caravan towing;
❍dusty roads;
❍repetitive short distances (less than 7-8 km) with ex-
ternal temperatures below zero;
❍frequently idling the engine or long distances at low
speed driving (e.g. door-to-door deliveries) or long term
inactivity;
❍urban routes.
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Perform the following inspections more frequently than
shown on the Scheduled Service Plan:
❍check front disc brake pad condition and wear;
❍check cleanness of bonnet and boot locks and linkage
cleanness and lubrication;
❍visually inspect the condition of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust – fuel supply
- brakes) rubber elements (gaiters – hoses - bushes
etc.);❍check battery charge and fluid level (electrolyte); (see
“Battery - Charge and electrolyte level check” in this
chapter);
❍visually inspect the condition of auxiliary drivebelts;
❍check and if necessary replace the pollen filter; in par-
ticular it should be replaced if a decrease in the air flow
into the passenger compartment is detected;
❍check the air filter and replace, if required.
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The engine cooling system is pressurized. If
required, replace the cap with an original
spare part so as not to compromise system ef-
ficiency. Do not remove the cap from the vessel when
the engine is hot: risk of burns.
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW
WASHER FLUID C-fig. 1-2-3
To add fluid, remove the cap, pressing the special tab.
Pour a mixture of water and TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35, in the following concentrations:
30% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 and 70% water in
summer.
50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 and 50% water in
winter.
At temperatures below –20°C, use undiluted TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35 fluid.
Check the level through the reservoir.
Close the cap by pressing its central section.
Do not travel with the windscreen washing
reservoir empty: the windscreen washer is
fundamental to improve visibility.
Some commercial windscreen washer additives are
flammable. The engine compartment contains hot
parts which could start a fire if they come into con-
tact.
BRAKE FLUID D-fig. 1-2-3
Undo the cap and check that the liquid contained in the
tank is at the maximum level. Fluid level in the reservoir
must not exceed the MAX mark. Use the brake fluid shown
in the “Fluids and lubricants” table (see chapter “6”).
NOTE Carefully clean the reservoir cap and the sur-
rounding surface.
When opening the cap, make sure that no dirt gets into
the reservoir.
For topping up always use a funnel with built-in filter
(mesh smaller than or equal to 0.12 mm).
IMPORTANT Brake fluid is hygroscopic (i.e. it absorbs
moisture). For this reason, if the car is mainly used in ar-
eas with a high degree of atmospheric humidity, the flu-
id should be replaced at more frequent intervals than spec-
ified in the “Scheduled Service Plan”.
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