ignition Lancia Delta 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

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fig. 46L0E0039mfig. 47L0E0040m
Only accessories with a maximum power of
180 W (maximum absorption 15 A) can be
connected to the socket.
POWER SOCKET (12 V)
(for versions/markets where provided)
Power socket A-fig. 46 is located on the centre tunnel and
is only operational when the ignition key is turned to
MAR. If a smokers kit is requested, the socket is replaced
by a cigar lighter.
On some versions an additional power socket B-fig. 46
is provided in the luggage compartment.CIGAR LIGHTER
(for versions/markets where provided)
This is located on the central tunnel.
To turn the cigar lighter on, press button A-fig.47 with
the ignition in the MAR position.
After a few seconds the button goes back to its initial po-
sition and the cigar lighter is ready for use.
IMPORTANT Always make sure the cigar lighter is
switched off.
IMPORTANT The cigar lighter gets very hot. Handle it
carefully and make sure children don’t touch it: risk of fire
and/or burning.

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ASHTRAY
This is a plastic container fig. 48 that can be extracted
with a spring action and placed in the cup/can holder in
the centre tunnel.
IMPORTANT Do not use the ashtray as a waste paper
basket: it might catch fire in contact with cigarette stubs.
fig. 48L0E0041m
SUNROOF
(for versions/markets where available)
The large electric sun roof comprises two glass panels; the
front one is mobile and the rear one fixed. These are
equipped with two sun blinds (front and rear) that can be
moved manually. With the sun roof closed, the blinds can
be placed in any position. To open the blinds: grip han-
dle C-fig. 49, and move the blind to the required position
by following the direction of movement shown by the ar-
row. To close them, carry out the procedure in reverse. The
sun roof can be operated only with the ignition key turned
to MAR. The controls A-B fig. 49 on the front courtesy
light trim operate the roof opening/closing functions.
Opening
Press and hold down button B-fig. 49. The front glass
panel will move into the spoiler position; press button B
once again and hold down for more than half a second
to automatically move the sun roof to an intermediate po-
sition (“Comfort” position). If the opening control is
pressed again for more than half a second, the roof will
automatically continue until it reaches the end of travel
position; the roof glass can be stopped in an intermediate
position by operating the button again.
IMPORTANT During the sun roof opening operation, the
blind will follow the movement of the sun roof.

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Closing
With the roof in the fully open position, press button
A-fig. 49 and, if the button is operated for more than half
a second, the front roof glass will automatically assume
the intermediate position (comfort position).
If the button is operated again for about half a second the
roof will assume the spoiler position. Lastly, if the clos-
ing button is pressed again, the roof will assume the fully
closed position.
fig. 49L0E0108m
Use the sunroof only at “spoiler” position if
cross roof racks are fitted. Never open the roof
in presence of snow or ice to prevent damage.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the ignition to avoid the risk of in-
jury to those still inside the car due to acci-
dental operation of the sunroof. Improper use of the
roof can be dangerous. Before operation, always
check that no-one is at risk of being injured by the
moving sunroof or by objects getting caught and
dragged by it.
Anti-pinch device
The sun roof has an anti-pinch safety system capable of
detecting the presence of an obstacle whilst the roof is
closing; when this happens, the system stops and the
movement of the glass is immediately reversed.IMPORTANT The blind will remain in the fully open po-
sition when closing the sun roof. If you would like to close
it, this must be done manually.

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IMPORTANT If the battery is disconnected or the pro-
tection fuse blows, the luggage compartment opening/
closing mechanism must be initialised as follows:
❍shut all the doors;
❍press button
Áon the key or door lock/release but-
ton
≈in the dashboard;
❍press button
Ëon the key or door lock/release but-
ton
≈in the dashboard.
If the child lock was engaged and the previ-
ously described locking procedure carried
out, operating the internal handle will not
open the door but will only realign the door lock
knobs. To open the door, the outside handle must be
used. The door central locking/unlocking button is
not disabled by the engagement of the emergency
lock
≈.
POWER WINDOWS
These operate when the ignition key is turned to MAR and
for about 2 minutes after turning the key to STOP or re-
moving it.
The control buttons are located in the door panels (the
driver side door panel can be used to operate all the
windows).
An anti-pinch device is operated when the front windows
are lifted.
CONTROLS fig. 54
A. opening/closing left hand front window; “continuous
automatic” operation during window opening/closing
stage;
B. opening/closing right hand front window; “continu-
ous automatic” operation during window opening/
closing stage;
C. enabling/disabling of rear door electric window con-
trols;
D. opening/closing left hand rear window (for versions/
markets, where provided); “continuous automatic”
operation during window opening/closing stage;
E.opening/closing right hand rear window (where pro-
vided); “continuous automatic” operation during win-
dow opening/closing stage.

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Press the buttons to open/close the required window.
When one of the two buttons is pressed briefly, the win-
dow moves in stages; if the button is held down, “con-
tinuous automatic” operation is activated both for clos-
ing and opening. If the button is pressed again the
window will stop in its current position. Holding the but-
ton pressed for a few seconds will automatically raise or
lower the window (only with key on MAR).
Incorrect use of the power windows may be
dangerous. Before and during operation en-
sure that passengers are not at risk from the
moving glass, either directly or through personal
objects getting caught in the mechanism.
Always remove the ignition key when leav-
ing the car to prevent the electric windows
being operated accidentally and constituting
a danger to the passengers in the car.
fig. 54L0E0045m
Passenger side front door/rear doors
On the passenger side front door control panel, and on
some versions also on the rear doors, buttons F-fig. 54
are provided to control the associated windows.

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Anti-crush safety device
The vehicle is equipped with an anti-pinch safety device
for the raising of the front windows.
This safety system detects the presence of an obstacle
during the window closing travel and cuts in by stopping
and reversing the window travel, depending on its posi-
tion. This device is also useful if the windows are acti-
vated accidentally by children on board the vehicle.
The anti-pinch function is active both during manual and
automatic operation of the electric windows. Following
the intervention of the anti-pinch system, the window
travel is immediately interrupted and subsequently re-
versed until the lower end of travel is reached. The win-
dow cannot be operated in any way during this time.IMPORTANT If the anti-pinch protection intervenes 5
consecutive times within a minute or is faulty, the auto-
matic closing operation of the window is inhibited, only
allowing it in steps of half a second; the button is released
for the subsequent manoeuvre.
In order to restore the correct operation of the system, one
of the following manoeuvres must be performed:
❍switch off and restart the engine;
❍fully lower the window concerned.
IMPORTANT With ignition key at STOP or removed, the
electric windows remain active for about 3 minutes and
are deactivated when a door is opened.

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With hot engine, proceed with the utmost
care inside the engine compartment to avoid
burns. Do not place your hands close to the
fan: it might start working even with the ignition
key removed. Wait for the engine to cool.
Pay attention to scarves, ties and other loose
fitting garments. If they accidentally touch
moving parts, they may easily get caught up
with serious risks for those who wear them.
CLOSING fig. 62
Proceed as follows:
❍Hold the bonnet up with one hand and with the other
remove rod C from housing D and put it back into its
catch;
❍Lower the bonnet to approximately 20 centimetres
from the engine compartment and let it drop. Make
sure that the bonnet is completely closed and not only
fastened by the safety catch by trying to open it. In
this case, do not press the bonnet down, rather lift
it again and repeat the procedure.
For safety reasons, the bonnet must always
be properly closed while the car is travel-
ling. Make sure that the bonnet is properly
closed and that the lock is engaged. Should you no-
tice that the bonnet is not properly secured while
travelling, stop the car immediately and close the
bonnet safely.

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HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT BEAM AIMING
The correct aiming of the headlights is important for the
comfort and safety of not only the driver but all other
road users. This is also covered by a specific rule of the
highway code.
The headlights must be correctly aimed to guarantee the
best visibility conditions for all drivers while travelling
with headlights on.
Contact a Lancia Dealership to have the headlights prop-
erly adjusted.
Check beam alignment every time the load or its distri-
bution changes.
ANGLE COMPENSATION fig. 64
The car is fitted with an electric headlight alignment sys-
tem. This system is operational with the ignition key
turned to MAR and the dipped beam headlights on.
When the car is loaded, it slopes backwards. This means
the headlight beam rises.
In this case, it is necessary to adjust the beams using but-
tons A and B.
The display provides a visual indication of the positions
during adjustment.Correct positions depending on the load
Position 0 – one or two people in the front seats.
Position 1 – five passengers.
Position 2 – five people + load in the boot.
Position 3 – driver + maximum permitted load stowed
in the luggage compartment.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS ALIGNMENT
(for versions/markets where provided)
Contact a Lancia Dealership to have the lights properly
adjusted.
fig. 64L0E0054m

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Under no circumstances should aftermarket
operations be carried out involving steering
system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device). This could
negatively affect performance and safety, invali-
date the warranty, cause serious safety problems
and also result in vehicle non-compliance with
type-approval requirements.
Before servicing the car, switch off the engine
and remove the key from the ignition device
to activate the steering lock. This is espe-
cially important when the car wheels are not touch-
ing the ground. If this is not possible (e.g. if the key
must be kept in the MAR position or the engine must
be kept running), remove the electric power steering
system main fuse.
On some versions, with the CITY function
activated, the SPORT function is not avail-
able. To activate the SPORT function, deactivate
the CITY function and vice versa, because they are
reciprocally incompatible.REACTIVE SUSPENSION
SYSTEM (active shock
absorber system)
This system interacts with the Sport function (see “Sport
function” paragraph).
The SPORT button, fig. 67, allows you to choose between
two different driving settings depending on the route type
and on the road surface:
– with the button released: “normal” mode
– with the button pressed: “SPORT” mode.
fig. 67L0E0058m

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ENGINE RESTARTING CONDITIONS
For reasons of comfort, limiting harmful emissions and
safety purposes, the power unit can restart automatically
without any action on behalf of the driver if certain con-
ditions are met, including:
❍battery not sufficiently charged;
❍reduced braking system pressure, e.g. following the
brake pedal being pressed repeatedly;
❍car moving (e.g. when driving on roads with a gra-
dient);
❍engine stopping by Start&Stop system for over 3 min-
utes;
❍for versions equipped with dual zone automatic cli-
mate control (for versions/markets where provided),
to enable suitable thermal comfort or MAX-DEF
function activation.
With gear engaged, automatic engine restarting is possi-
ble only by fully pressing the clutch pedal.
The driver is informed by the displaying of a message and
– for versions/markets where provided – by the flashing
of the symbol U.Notes
If the clutch is not pressed, after 3 minutes from the en-
gine stopping, the engine can be restarted only using the
ignition key.
In cases when the engine stops and this is not desired, due
for example to the clutch pedal being released sharply
with a gear engaged, if the Start&Stop system is acti-
vated, the engine can be restarted by fully depressing the
clutch pedal or by placing the gear lever in neutral
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
When the engine is stopped by the Start&Stop system,
if the driver releases his/her seat belt and opens the dri-
ver’s or passenger’s door, the engine can be restarted only
using the ignition key.
The driver is informed by a buzzer and by the flashing
of the symbol Uon the display; on some versions, a mes-
sage is displayed as well.