steering wheel Lancia Delta 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

232IN AN EMERGENCY
When towing, remember that without the help
of the brake servo and electric power steer-
ing, a greater effort is required on the pedal
and steering wheel. Do not use flexible cables when
towing and avoid jerky movements. During towing,
make sure that the trailer hitch does not damage any
components it is touching. When towing the car, it
is compulsory to respect specific highway code reg-
ulations relating to the tow hook and procedures for
towing on the road. Do not start the engine while
towing the car. Before tightening the ring clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure that the
ring is securely fastened before towing the car.
The front and rear tow hooks must only be
used for emergency situations on the road.
The car may be towed for short distances
when a dedicated device is used in compliance with
the Highway Code (rigid bar), and in order to move
the vehicle on the road in preparation for towing
or transport via a breakdown vehicle. Tow hooks
MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles off the road or
where there are obstacles and/or for towing oper-
ations using cables or other non-rigid devices. Re-
specting the above conditions, towing must take
place with two vehicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible along the same centre
line.Before towing, turn the ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP without removing it. The
steering column will automatically lock when
the key is removed and the wheels cannot be steered.
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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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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, including the space-saver
wheel, approximately every two weeks and before long
journeys: the pressure should be checked with the tyre rest-
ed and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase as the car is used;
see the “Wheels” paragraph in chapter “6” for the correct
tyre inflation pressure.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 2:
A normal pressure: tread evenly worn.
B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges.
C high pressure: tread particularly worn in the centre.
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than 1.6
mm thick. In any case, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try you are in.
fig. 2L0E0096m
IMPORTANT
❍Where possible, avoid braking suddenly, wheel-spin-
ning and crashing into curbs, potholes or other ob-
stacles. Driving for long stretches over bumpy roads
can damage the tyres;
❍ check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swellings
or irregular tread wear. Go to a Lancia Dealership if
required.
❍ avoid overloading the car when travelling: this may
cause serious damage to the wheels and tyres;
❍ if a tyre is punctured, stop immediately and change it
to avoid damage to the tyre, wheel rim, suspension and
steering system;
❍ the tyre ages even if rarely used. Cracks in the tread and
on the side walls are a sign of ageing. Have the tyres
checked by specialised personnel if they have been fit-
ted for longer than 6 years. Remember to check the
space-saver wheel very carefully;
❍ when replacing the tyres, always fit new tyres, avoid-
ing those of dubious origin;
MAINTENANCE AND CARE247
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6
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS257
Identification data ........................................................... 258
Engine codes - bodywork versions .................................... 260
Engine ........................................................................\
.... 261
Fuel supply syst em .......................................................... 262
Transmission ................................................................... 262
Brakes ........................................................................\
..... 263
Suspension ...................................................................... 263
Steering .......................................................................\
... 263
Wheels ........................................................................\
.... 264
Dimensions ..................................................................... 269
Performance ................................................................... 270
Weights .......................................................................\
.... 271
Capacities .......................................................................\
272
Fluids and lubr icants ...................................................... 273
Fuel consumpt ion ........................................................... 275
CO
2emissions ................................................................. 276
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS263
6
Self-ventilated discsDisc
Controlled by hand lever, acting on rear brakes
BRAKES
IMPORTANT Water, ice and road salt spread on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficien-
cy when braking for the first time.
Service brakes:
– front
– rear
Parking brake
Rack and pinion with electric power steering
10.6 / 11.2 (*)
SUSPENSIONS
McPherson independent wheels
Interconnected wheels with torsion beamFront suspensions
Rear suspensions
STEERING
(*) With 18” tyres
Type
Turning circle
(kerb to kerb) m
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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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