maintenance schedule Lancia Delta 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

REFUELLING
Petrol engines:exclusively refuel the car with un-
leaded petrol with a RON no lower than 95.
Diesel engines:refuel only with diesel fuel conform-
ing to the European specification EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine
beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty due
to the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Petrol engines:make sure that the handbrake is en-
gaged, place the gear lever in neutral, fully depress the
clutch without depressing the accelerator, then turn the
ignition key to AV Vand release it as soon as the en-
gine has started.
Diesel engines:turn the ignition key to MARand wait for the
warning lights
Yandmto switch off; turn the ignition key
AVV and release it as soon as the engine starts.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures
during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry
leaves, pine needles or other flammable material: fire
hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that allows continuous
diagnosis of the components correlated with emissions
to ensure better respect for the environment.ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical ac-
cessories (that may gradually drain the battery), visit
aLancia Dealership. They can calculate the overall
electrical requirement and check that the car’s elec-
tric system can support the required load.
CODE CARD
Keep the card in a safe place, not in the car. We rec-
ommend that you always carry the electronic code pro-
vided on the CODE card with you, in case you need
to perform an emergency start.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct car maintenance is essential to ensure that the
performance, safety features, environmental friendli-
ness and low running costs are unchanged over the
years.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
... important information and warnings on the correct
use and maintenance of your car over time as well as
safe driving tips. Pay special attention to the symbols
"(personal safety) #(environmental protection)
â(car safety).
Refer to the “Instrument panel warning lights” chapter in this
handbook if the message “See Handbook” appears on the dis-
play.
READ THIS CAREFULLY!
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KNOWING YOUR CAR23
Main beam headlights (blue)
The warning light switches on when the main
beams are turned on.
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Cruise Control (green)
(for versions/markets where provided)
When the key is turned to the MAR position
the warning light comes on but should go out af-
ter a few seconds. The warning light is lit up on the dis-
play by rotating the Cruise Control ring nut to ON.
The display will show a dedicated message.
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DISPLAY
The car may be provided with a multifunction/recon -
figurable multifunction display that shows useful infor-
mation, according to the previous settings, when driving.
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY “STANDARD” SCREEN
Versions without Start&Stop fig. 4
The standard screen shows the following information:
A. Date
B. Dualdrive electric power steering indication
C. Sport driving mode indication (for versions/markets
where provided)
D. Time
E. Odometer (display of distance travelled in kilometres/
miles)
F. Possible ice on the road indication
G. Outside temperature
H. Scheduled maintenance interval
I. Headlight alignment position (only with dipped beam
headlights on).
fig. 4L0E1000g

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STARTING AND DRIVING183
FUEL SAVINGS
Here are some useful tips to save fuel and minimise harm-
ful emissions of CO
2and other pollutants (nitric oxides,
unburnt hydrocarbons, fine dusts etc…).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance
with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Ty r e s
Check the pressure of the tyres routinely at an interval
of no more than 4 weeks: if the pressure is too low, con-
sumption levels increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of the
car (especially when driving in town) and its ride greatly
affects consumption and stability.Accessories installed on longitudinal bars
Remove accessories like: roof racks, ski racks, luggage
container, etc. from the roof if they are no longer used.
These accessories lower air penetration and adversely af-
fect consumption levels. When transporting particularly
large objects, use a trailer if possible.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time needed.
The heated rear window, additional headlights, wind-
screen wipers and heater fan need a considerable amount
of energy, therefore a higher requirement of current in-
volves an increase of fuel consumption (up to +25%
in the urban cycle).
Climate control system
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel consumption (on av-
erage up to +20%). If the temperature outside permits,
try and use the air vents.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified aerodynamic items may ad-
versely affect air drag and fuel consumption levels.

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Scheduled servicing ................................................................. 230
Scheduled Servicing Plan ......................................................... 231
Regular checks ......................................................................... 235
Heavy-duty use of the car ........................................................ 235
Checking fluid levels ................................................................ 237
Air filter/Pollen filter ............................................................... 244
Battery ..................................................................................... 245
Wheels and tyres ...................................................................... 248
Rubber hoses ........................................................................... 250
Windscreen/rear window wiper ................................................ 250
Bodywork ................................................................................ 253
Interiors ................................................................................... 256

230SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is essential in guaranteeing a long life
for the car under the best conditions.
Lancia has prepared a series of checks and service oper-
ations to be carried out every 30,000 kilometres (for
petrol versions) or every 35,000 kilometres (for diesel
versions).
It is, however, important to remember that scheduled ser-
vicing does not completely cover all the car’s requirements:
even in the initial period before 30,000/35,000 km, and
then subsequently between one service and another, or-
dinary care is always required such as routine checks in-
volving topping up fluid levels, checking tyre pressures
etc...
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing Coupons are required
by the manufacturer. Failure to carry them out may in-
validate the warranty.Scheduled Services are offered by all Lancia Dealerships
according to a set time schedule.
If during each operation, in addition to the ones sched-
uled operations, the need arises for further replacements
or repairs, these may only be carried out with the express
agreement of the Customer.
IMPORTANT You are advised to contact a Lancia Deal-
ership in the event of any minor operating faults, with-
out waiting for the next service coupon.
If the car is used frequently for towing a trailer, the in-
terval between services should be reduced.

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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
Petrol versions
Thousands of miles
Thousands of km
Months
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger compartment,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper blades
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation
of pad wear indicator
Check rear disc brake pad condition and wear
Condition visual check: bodywork exterior, underbody protection,
pipes and hoses (exhaust – fuel supply system – braking system),
rubber elements (boots – sleeves – bushes – etc...)
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks,
as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels (engine coolant, brake/hydraulic
clutch fluid, windscreen washer fluid, battery fluid, etc)
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust if necessary
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt(s)
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Thousands of miles
Thousands of km
Months
Check exhaust emissions
Check evaporation control system
Check engine management system operation (through the diagnosis socket)
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge
Replace accessory drive belt(s)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)
Replace spark plugs (1)
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine oil and oil filter (or every 24 months) (2)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 15 months)
(*) Regardless of the distance covered, the timing belt must be changed every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates,
city driving, long periods of idling) or at least every 5 years.
(1) For 1.4 Turbo Jet and 1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions, in order to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious
damage to the engine, it is essential to observe the following:
– only use spark plugs specifically certified for Turbo Jet and Turbo Multi Air engines; all spark plugs should
be of the same type and brand (see the “Engine” paragraph);
– strictly comply with the replacement interval recommended in the Scheduled Servicing Plan;
– it is advisable to have this performed at a Lancia Dealership.
(2) If the car is mainly used in cities or travels less than 10,000 km a year, change the engine oil and oil filter every 12 months.
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236SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Perform the following inspections more frequently than
indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❍check front disc brake pad condition and wear;
❍check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as
cleanliness and lubrication of linkages;
❍visually inspect the condition of engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust – fuel supply
– brakes) rubber elements (boots – sleeves – bushes
etc.);❍check battery charge and fluid level (electrolyte);
❍visually inspect the condition of auxiliary drive belts;
❍check air filter and replace, if required.

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WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WASHER FLUID
C-fig. 1-2-3-4
Remove the cap, using the special tab, to add fluid.
Use a mixture of water and TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35, in the following concentrations:
❍30% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 and 70% wa-
ter in summer.
❍50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 and 50% wa-
ter in winter.
At temperatures below −20 °C, use undiluted TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35 fluid.
Check level through the reservoir.
Close the cap by pressing the centre section.
Do not travel if the windscreen washer
reservoir is empty: using the windscreen
washer is essential for improving visibility.
Some commercial windscreen washer additives
are flammable. The engine compartment contains
hot parts which could start a fire if they come into
contact.
BRAKE FLUID D-fig. 1-2-3-4
Undo the cap and check that the liquid contained in the
reservoir is at the maximum level. The fluid level in the
reservoir must not exceed the MAX mark. If you need to
top up, you should use the brake fluid shown in the “Flu-
ids and lubricants” table (see chapter “6”).
NOTE Carefully clean the cap of the reservoir and the
surrounding surface.
Take great care to ensure that impurities do not enter the
reservoir when the cap is opened.
For topping-up, always use a funnel with integrated fil-
ter with mesh equal to or lower than 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 fluid
should be replaced at more frequent intervals than spec-
ified in the “Scheduled Servicing Programme”.

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BATTERY
The car is fitted with a low-maintenance battery, F-fig.
1-2-3-4: no top-ups with distilled water are needed in
standard conditions of use.
It does need to be checked regularly at a Lancia Dealer-
ship or by specialist personnel to make sure that it is
working properly.
Battery liquid is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames or possible sources of sparks
away from the battery: risk of explosion or fire.
Using the battery when the fluid is too low
can damage it irreparably and generate
a risk of 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 Servicing Pro-
gramme” in this chapter will no longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for main-
tenance.
Advanced ESP system
If the battery is disconnected, the warning light
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switch on (together with a message in the display) to in-
dicate that the system must be realigned. To switch the
warning light off, carry out the following initialisation
procedure:
❍turn the ignition key to MAR:
❍turn the steering wheel fully both clockwise and anti-
clockwise (to move from the position with the wheels
straight);
❍turn the ignition key to STOP and then to MAR.
If the warning light ádoes not go out after a few seconds,
seek assistance from a Lancia Dealership.