light Lancia Delta 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

REPLACING 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 Plan” will
no longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for main-
tenance.
Advanced ESP system
If the battery is disconnected, the áwarning light will
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 pro-
cedure:
❍ 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 á warning light does not go out after a few seconds,
go to a Lancia Dealership.
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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with 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.
BATTERY
The car is fitted with a low-maintenance battery F - fig.
1: no electrolyte 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 specialised personnel to make sure that it is
working properly.
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246MAINTENANCE AND CARE
USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last longer,
observe the following instructions:
❍when you park the car, ensure the doors, tailgate and
bonnet are closed properly, to prevent any light from
remaining on inside the passenger compartment;
❍ turn off the internal roof lights, although the car does
have an automatic system for switching off internal
lights;
❍ do not leave devices (e.g. car radio, hazard warning
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 negative battery cable;
❍ battery terminals should always be perfectly tightened.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains under 50% for
a long time, the battery is damaged by sulphation, re-
ducing its capacity and efficiency at start-up. The battery will also be more at risk of freezing (this can
happen as early as –10°C). In case of prolonged idling, re-
fer to the “Car inactivity” paragraph, in chapter “3”.
If, after purchasing your car, you decide to install electri-
cal accessories which require a permanent electric power
supply (alarm, etc.) or accessories which have a serious
impact on the electrical balance, contact a Lancia Deal-
ership: their qualified personnel will suggest the most suit-
able Lancia Lineaccessori devices and assess the overall
electric consumption, checking whether the car’s electri-
cal system can cope or whether a more powerful battery
is required.
Since some of these devices continue to consume electric-
ity even when the engine is off, they gradually run down
the battery.
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❍wash the bodywork 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 a
chamois leather.
Dry the less visible parts with special care, such as the door
frames, bonnet and the headlight frames, where water may
stagnate more easily. The car should not be taken to a
closed area immediately, but left outside so that residual
water can evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been left in the sun or with
the bonnet hot: this may alter the shine of the paintwork.
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 that many species release give the paint a dull ap-
pearance and increase the possibility of triggering rust-
ing processes.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paintwork
Paintwork does not only serve an aesthetic purpose, but
also protects the underlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately to prevent
rust formation. Use only original paint products for touch-
ups (see “Bodywork paint identification plate” in the
“Technical specifications” chapter).
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, in highly pol-
luted areas, or if the roads are spread with salt, it is ad-
visable to wash the car more frequently.
To correctly wash the car, proceed as follows:
❍
if taking your car through an automatic car wash, re-
move the aerial from the roof to avoid damaging it;
❍ in washing stations keep the steam jets/high pressure
washing nozzles at least 40 cm away from the body-
work to prevent damage. It should be remembered that
the build up of water can damage the car over a peri-
od of time;
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Windows
Use specific detergents and clean cloths to prevent scratch-
ing or altering the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the inside surface of the rear window
gently with a cloth in the direction of the filaments to avoid
damaging the heater coils.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter, thoroughly wash the engine
compartment, taking care to avoid spraying the water jet
directly onto the electronic control units and the relay/fuse
box on the left side of the engine compartment (driving
direction). Have this operation performed at a specialised
workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should take place with the en-
gine cold and the ignition key in the STOP position. After
the washing operation, make sure that the various protec-
tions (e.g. rubber caps and guards) have not been removed
or damaged.Front headlights
Use a soft cloth soaked in water and detergent for wash-
ing cars.
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g. petrol)
or ketones (e.g. acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses of
the front headlights.
IMPORTANT When cleaning the car with a pressure wash-
er, keep the water jet at least 20 cm away from the head-
lights.
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256MAINTENANCE AND CARE
INTERIORS
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 the
inside of the car. The electrostatic charges
which are generated by rubbing during cleaning
may cause a fire.
Do not keep aerosol cans in the vehicle: these
could explode. Aerosol cans must not be ex-
posed to temperatures exceeding 50°C. When
the vehicle is exposed to sunlight, the temperature
inside can greatly exceed this value.
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.
PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior parts with a moist cloth and
a solution of water and non-abrasive mild soap. Use spe-
cific products for cleaning plastic, without solvents and
specifically designed to prevent damage to the appearance
and colour of the treated parts, to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Do not use alcohol, petrols or derivatives to
clean the instrument panel lens.
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LIST OF CONTENTS 283
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Battery recharging.................. 230
Battery
– jump starting ....................... 196
– recharging ........................... 230
– replacement ......................... 244
Bodywork ............................... 252
– bodywork versi ons ............... 260
Bonnet.................................... 102
Brakes ................................... 263
Bulb (replacement) ................. 210
Capacities .............................. 272
Car inactivity.......................... 193
Carrying children safely.......... 161
Central locking ....................... 90
Changing a wheel ................... 203
Checking lev els ....................... 239
Child restraint systems (suitability for use) ............... 167
Child safet y lock .................... 90 Cigar lighter ........................... 85
Climate comfort...................... 58
CO
2emissions ........................ 276
Code Card .............................. 44
Control panel and on-board instruments ......................... 9
Controls.................................. 77
Cornering lights ...................... 68
Courtesy lights........................ 75
Courtesy mirror light (bulb replacem ent) ............... 222
Cruise Cont rol ........................ 73
Dimensions ............................ 269
Dipped beam headlights (control) ............................... 69
– bulb replacement ................. 214
Direction indicators
– bulb replacement ................. 216
– control ................................. 69
ABS ....................................... 121
Accessories purchased by the owner ............................. 149
Advanced ESP sy stem.............117
AFS (adaptive lig hts) .......79-106
Air cleaner/Pollen filter/ Diesel filter ........................... 243
Airbag
– front .................................... 173
– side...................................... 178
Alarm ..................................... 48
Ashtray................................... 86
ASR (system) ......................... 119
Assisted parking (Magic Parking ) ................... 134
Automatic dual zone climate control syst em....................... 61
Automatic Fix&Go kit ........... 198
Automatic headlight sensor (dusk sensor) ........................ 68
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284LIST OF CONTENTS
Engine codes/Bodywork versions ................ 260
Engine compartment (washing) ............................. 255
Engine.................................... 261
EOBD (system )....................... 124
External lights ........................ 67
Fitting the “Universal” child
restraint system .................... 163
Fix&Go Automatic (kit)..........198
Flashing ................................. 69
Fluids and lubr icants.............. 273
Fog lights......................... 68-79
- bulb replacement................ 217
Follow Me Home (device) ....... 70
Front headlights (cleaning) ..... 255
Front roof lights (bulb replacement) ............... 219
Front/rear armrest ........... 81-83 Fuel cap ................................. 151
Fuel consumpt
ion ................... 275
Fuel cut-off ............................ 80
Fuel supply system ................. 262
Fuses (replacement)................ 223
Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) ..... 28
Gearbox (use) ......................... 188
Glove compartment light (bulb replacem ent) ...............222
Glove compartment ................ 84
Handbrake............................. 187
Hazard warning lights ............ 78
Head restraints ....................... 55
Headlights .............................. 105
Hill Holder (syst em) ..............118
Identification data .................. 258
Ignition dev ice ........................ 51
Display .................................. 26
Door locking ........................... 89
Doors
..................................... 89
– child safety lock .................. 90
– passenger side front door and rear door emergency locking
device ................................... 91
Driving Advisor (syst em) ........ 110
Driving Advisor ..................... . 110
DRL (Daytime Running Lights) .... 67
DST (Dynamic Steering Torque) ... 107
Dualdrive (electric power steering system ) ............. 77-125Electric windows .................... 91
End of veh icle life................... 277
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Main beam headlights(control) ............................... 69
– bulb replacement ................. 215
Maintenance and care ............. 233
– demanding use of the car ..... 237
– periodic checks .................... 237
– Scheduled Serv icing Plan ..... 235
– scheduled servicing .............. 234
Manual climate control system....................... 59
Maximum speeds .................... 270
Menu items ............................. 30
MSR (system) ......................... 119
Number plate lights
(bulb repla cement)............... 218
Paint...................................... 253
Parking sens ors...................... 131 – Magic Parking
(Assisted pa rking)................ 134
Parking .................................. 187
Particulate filt er (DPF)........... 153
Performance ........................... 270
Power socket .......................... 85
Pretensioners .......................... 158
Protecting the environment ..... 152
Radio (system se tup)..............148
Radio transmitters and mobile phones . ..................... 150
Rain sensor ............................. 72
Reactive Suspension System.... 109
Rear fog light.......................... 79
– bulb replacement ................. 217
Rear roof lights (bulb replacem ent) ...............220
Rear view mirrors ................... 56
In an emer
gency..................... 195
Instrument panel .................... 8
Interior fittings ....................... 81
Interiors.................................. 256
“Isofix” (child restraint system setu p)........................ 169
“Isofix” child restraint systems (fitting setup) ....................... 169
Keys ...................................... 44
Knowing your car ................... 7
Lancia CODE (si stema).......... 43
Lifting the car ........................ 231
Lubricants (specif ications)...... 273
Luggage compartment light (bulb replacement) ............... 221
Luggage compartment ............ 96
Magic Parking ....................... 134
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286LIST OF CONTENTS
SBR system............................. 157
Seat belts ................................ 156
Seats ...................................... 52
– cleaning ............................... 256
Side bags ................................ 178
Side lights............................... 69
– bulb replacement ................. 216
Snow chains ........................... 193
Sport (func tion)...................... 77
SPORT function ..................... 107
Starting and driving................ 183
Starting the engine...........184-196
Steering lock........................... 51
Steering wheel ........................ 56
Steering .................................. 263
Sun roof ................................. 86
Sun visors ............................... 81
Suspension ............................ 263 – Reactive Suspension
System ................................. 109
Symbols.................................. 42
Technical specifications .......... 257
The keys ................................. 44
Third brake light (bulb replacem ent) ............... 218
Towing the car ........................ 231
Towing tra ilers........................ 191
TPMS ..................................... 127
Transmission .......................... 262
Trip Computer ........................ 40
TTC system ............................ 121
Ty r e s
– inflation pr essure ................. 268
– replacement ......................... 203
– Rim Protector ...................... 266
– snow tyres............................ 267
– standard tyres provided ....... 267
Rear window wiper
– blades ...........................249-250
– control ................................. 71
– nozzles
................................. 251
Refuelling ............................... 150
Remote control (key) .............. 45
Replacing a bulb..................... 210
Replacing a wheel................... 203
Replacing an exte rior bulb...... 214
Replacing an inte rior bulb...... 219
Replacing fu ses ....................... 223
Reversing light (bulb replacement) ............... 217
Rim Protector (tyres) .............. 266
Roof rack/ski rack .................. 104
Rubber hoses .......................... 249
Safe Lock ( device)................. 47
Safety ..................................... 155
Saving fuel ............................. 189
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