coolant Lancia Thema 2014 Owner handbook (in English)

CAUTION!(Continued)
Do not use plain water alone oralcohol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or anti-
rust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) and may
plug the radiator.
This vehicle has not been de- signed for use with Propylene
Glycol based engine coolant (an-
tifreeze). Use of Propylene Glycol
based engine coolant (antifreeze)
is not recommended.
Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an
improved engine coolant (antifreeze)
that allows extended maintenance in-
tervals. This engine coolant (anti-
freeze) can be used up to ten years or
240 000 km before replacement. To
prevent reducing this extended main-
tenance period, it is important that
you use the same engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle. When adding engine coolant (anti-
freeze):
Use only high purity water such as
distilled or deionized water when
mixing the water/engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) solution. The use of lower
quality water will reduce the amount
of corrosion protection in the engine
cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner's re-
sponsibility to maintain the proper
level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring
in the area where the vehicle is oper-
ated.
NOTE: Mixing engine coolant
(antifreeze) types will decrease the
life of the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) and will require more fre-
quent engine coolant (antifreeze)
changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to
prevent loss of engine coolant (anti-
freeze), and to ensure that engine
coolant (antifreeze) will return to the
radiator from the coolant recovery
bottle.
The cap should be inspected and
cleaned if there is any accumulation
of foreign material on the sealing sur-
faces.
WARNING!
The warning words “DO NOT
OPEN HOT” on the cooling sys-
tem pressure cap are a safety pre-
caution. Never add engine cool-
ant (antifreeze) when the engine
is overheated. Do not loosen or
remove the cap to cool an over-
heated engine. Heat causes pres-
sure to build up in the cooling
system. To prevent scalding or in-
jury, do not remove the pressure
cap while the system is hot or
under pressure.
Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your
vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
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Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated
substance requiring proper disposal.
Check with your local authorities to
determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by
animals or children, do not store eth-
ylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze) in open containers or al-
low it to remain in puddles on the
ground. If ingested by a child or pet,
seek emergency assistance immedi-
ately. Clean up any ground spills im-
mediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick
visual method for determining that
the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the
coolant in the bottle should be be-
tween the ranges indicated on the
bottle.
The radiator normally remains com-
pletely full, so there is no need to
remove the radiator cap unless check-
ing for engine coolant (antifreeze)freeze point or replacing engine cool-
ant (antifreeze). Advise your service
attendant of this. As long as the en-
gine operating temperature is satis-
factory, the coolant bottle need only
be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is needed to maintain the
proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE: When the vehicle is
stopped after a few kilometers of
operation, you may observe vapor
coming from the front of the engine
compartment. This is normally a
result of moisture from rain, or
high humidity accumulating on
the radiator and being vaporized
when the thermostat opens, allow-
ing hot engine coolant (antifreeze)
to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine com-
partment shows no evidence of radia-
tor or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dis-
sipate. Do not overfill the coolant recovery
bottle.
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant recovery bottle. If en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) needs to
be added, contents of coolant re-
covery bottle must also be pro-
tected against freezing.
If frequent engine coolant (anti- freeze) additions are required, or if
the level in the coolant recovery
bottle does not drop when the en-
gine cools, the cooling system
should be pressure tested for leaks.
Maintain engine coolant (anti- freeze) concentration at 50% en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) (mini-
mum) and distilled water for
proper corrosion protection of your
engine, which contains aluminum
components.
Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
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Keep the front of the radiator clean.If your vehicle is equipped with air
conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation. If re-
placement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Other designs may result in unsat-
isfactory engine coolant (anti-
freeze) performance, poor gas mile-
age, and increased emissions.
BRAKE SYSTEM
In order to assure brake system per-
formance, all brake system compo-
nents should be inspected periodi-
cally. Refer to the “Maintenance
Schedule” for the proper maintenance
intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake
failure and possibly an accident.
Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result
in abnormally high brake tempera-
tures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would
not have your full braking capacity
in an emergency.
CAUTION!
Car maintenance should be done at
a LANCIA Dealership. For routine
and minor maintenance operations
you wish to carry out yourself, we
do recommend you have the proper
equipment, genuine LANCIA spare
parts and the necessary fluids; do
not however carry out these opera-
tions if you have no experience. Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid
Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master
cylinder immediately if the brake sys-
tem warning light indicates system
failure.
Check the fluid level in the master
cylinder when performing underhood
services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder
area before removing the cap. Add
fluid to bring the level up to the
“MAX” mark on the side of the master
cylinder reservoir.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up
to the requirements described on the
brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to
fall as the brake pads wear. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturer's recom-
mended brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids,
Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
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3. Disconnect the bulb from the
socket assembly and install the re-
placement bulb.4. Reinstall the bulb and socket as-
sembly.
5. Reattach the lamp to the rear fas-
cia, and then install the screws.
FLUID CAPACITIES
Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
All Engines 72 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6 Liter Engine 5.6 Liters
3.0L Diesel Engine 8.4 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6 Liter Engine 9.5 Liters
3.0L Diesel Engine 12 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
1 — License Lamp Bulb
2 — Socket
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
ENGINE
ComponentFluids and Lubricants Specs (Genuine Parts)
Engine Coolant* Red protective agent with antifreeze action, based on inhibited monoethyl gly-
col with organic formula. Exceeds CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifica-
tions, FIAT Classification 9.55523 (PARAFLU UP Contractual Technical Ref-
erence N° F101.M01. Cooling circuit usage percentage: 50% water 50%
PARAFLU UP **)
Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine*** SAE Grade 5W-20 fully synthetic engine oil that meets FIAT Classification
9.55535-CR1, API SN, ILSAC GF-5 (SELENIA K POWER, Contractual Tech-
nical Reference N° F042.F11)
Engine Oil – 3.0L Diesel Engine*** SAE Grade 5W-30 fully synthetic engine oil that meets FIAT Classification 9.55535–S3, API SM/CF, ACEA C3 (SELENIA MULTIPOWER C3, Contrac-
tual Technical Reference N° F129.F11)
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use OEM Original Equipment Spark Plugs (Gap 1.1 mm)
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine Research Octane Number (RON) of 91 or higher
Fuel Selection – 3.0L Diesel Engine This vehicle must only use premium diesel fuel that meets the requirements of EN 590. Biodiesel blends that meet EN 590 may also be used.
Fuel Additive – 3.0L Diesel Engine Additive for diesel with antifreeze and protective action for diesel engines. (TUTELA DIESEL ART, Contractual Technical Reference N° F601.L06. To be
mixed with the diesel fuel: 25 cc per 10 litres)
* Do not top up or mix with fluids
with different specifications.
** For particularly harsh climate con-
ditions, a mixture of 60% PARAFLU
UP and 40% demineralized water is
recommended. *** In the event of an emergency in
which the original products are not
available, lubricants with at least IL-
SAC GF-5 performance for petrol en-
gines and ACEA C3 performance for
diesel engines are acceptable. In this
case optimum engine performance isnot guaranteed. Using products with
specifications lower than ILSAC GF-5
for gasoline engines or lower than
ACEA C3 for Diesel engines may
cause engine damage not covered by
warranty.
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Thousands Of Kilometers 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indi-
cators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passen-
ger compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warn-
ing lights, etc.).
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary.
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade position/wear.
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and cleanliness
and lubrication of linkages.
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.).
Check conditions and wear of front disc brake pads.
Check conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads.
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes, windshield
washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.).
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s.
Adjust parking brake shoes as necessary.
Check exhaust gas emissions.
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic socket).
Replace spark plugs (**).
Replace air filter cartridge.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (***)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months).
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Thousands Of Kilometers 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Replace pollen filter.
Inspect the rear axle fluid (#)
Inspect the front axle fluid – All Wheel Drive Models Only (#).
Inspect the transfer case fluid – All Wheel Drive Models Only (##).
(*) The oil and oil filter replacement
must be carried out when indicated by
a warning light or message on the
instrument panel, or in any case every
12 months.
(**) The spark plug change in Km
based only monthly intervals do not
apply.
(***) Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid and filter(s) at 96 thou-
sands of kilometers or 48 months if
using your vehicle for any of the fol-
lowing: city driving, short (less than
7-8 km) and repeated journeys, or
frequent trailer or caravan towing.
(#) Change the front and rear axle
fluid at 72 thousands of km or 36
months and 144 thousands of km or
72 months if using your vehicle for
any of the following: city driving, short (less than 7-8 km) and repeated
journeys, or frequent trailer or cara-
van towing.
(##) Change the transfer case fluid at
96 thousands of kilometers or 48
months and 192 thousands of kilome-
ters or 96 months if using your vehicle
for any of the following: city driving,
short (less than 7-8 km) and repeated
journeys, or frequent trailer or cara-
van towing.
Periodic Checks
Every
1,000 km or before long jour-
neys, check and, if necessary, restore:
engine coolant;
brake fluid;
power steering fluid;
windshield washer fluid level;
power steering fluid; tire inflation pressure and
condition;
operation of lighting system (head- lights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windshield washer/ wiper system and positioning/wear
of windshield/rear window wiper
blades.
Every 3,000 km, check and top up, if
required, the engine oil level and au-
tomatic transmission fluid level (four-
speed automatic only).
Heavy-Duty Use Of The Car
If the car is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
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CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required
maintenance items may result in
damage to the vehicle.
Thousands Of Kilometers 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (*).
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge.
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary.
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indi-
cators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passen-
ger compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warn-
ing lights, etc.).
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary.
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade position/wear.
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and cleanliness
and lubrication of linkages.
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.).
Check conditions and wear of front disc brake pads.
Check conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads.
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes, windshield
washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.).
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Thousands Of Kilometers 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s.
Adjust parking brake shoes as necessary.
Check exhaust gas emissions.
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic
socket).
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (**).
Replace fuel filter.
Replace accessory drive belt/s.
Replace air filter cartridge.
Inspect the rear axle fluid (#)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months).
Replace pollen filter.
(*) The oil and oil filter replacement
must be carried out when indicated by
a warning light or message on the
instrument panel, or in any case every
12 months.
(**) Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid and filter(s) at 100 thou-
sands of kilometers or 60 months if
using your vehicle for any of the fol-
lowing: city driving, short (less than
7-8 km) and repeated journeys, or
frequent trailer or caravan towing. (#) Change the rear axle fluid at
72 thousands of km or 36 months and
144 thousands of km or 72 months if
using your vehicle for any of the fol-
lowing: city driving, short (less than
7-8 km) and repeated journeys, or
frequent trailer or caravan towing.
Periodic Checks
Every
1,000 km or before long jour-
neys, check and, if necessary, restore:
engine coolant; brake fluid;
power steering fluid;
windshield washer fluid level;
power steering fluid;
tire inflation pressure and
condition;
operation of lighting system (head- lights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
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About Your Brakes...........216
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System). . .217
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)(Cruise Control)
...........125
Adding Engine Coolant(Antifreeze)
..............281
Adding Fuel...............239
Adding Washer Fluid.........277
Additives, Fuel..............238
Adjustable Pedals............122
Airbag.................38, 43
Airbag Deployment...........44
Airbag Light.......42, 45, 60, 162
Airbag Maintenance...........45
Airbag, Side...........40, 41, 43
Airbag, Window(Side Curtain)
........40, 41, 43
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine AirCleaner Filter)
............274
Air Conditioner Maintenance. . . .275
Air Conditioning Filter.....192, 276
Air Conditioning Refrigerant. . . .275
Air Conditioning System. . .190, 275
Air Pressure, Tires...........225
Alarm Light...............164
Alarm System(Security Alarm)
.........15, 16
All Wheel Drive (AWD). . . .213, 286
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...7
Antifreeze(Engine Coolant)
. . .280, 281, 299
Disposal...............282
Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS)
..............217, 219
Anti-Lock Warning Light......164
Assist, Hill Start.............222
Auto Down Power Windows......26
Automatic Dimming Mirror......70
Automatic Door Locks.........22
Automatic Headlights.........112
Automatic Oil Change Indicator. .171
Automatic Temperature Control(ATC)
..................190
Automatic Transmission. . .202, 207,
284, 285, 286
Adding Fluid.....285, 286, 301
Autostick...............211
Fluid and Filter Changes. .285, 286
Fluid Change........285, 286
Fluid Level Check.........285
Fluid Type..............301
Gear Ranges.............203
Special Additives..........285
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode
..................206
Autostick.................211
Auto Unlock, Doors...........22
Auto Up Power Windows........26
Axle Fluid.................301
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid). . . .301
Battery...................274
Keyless Transmitter Replacement
(RKE)
..................19
Location...............274
Belts, Seat...............31, 60
Body Mechanism Lubrication. . . .276
Brake Assist System..........219
Brake Control System,Electronic
...............219
Brake Fluid................301
Brake, Parking..............216
Brakes...................283
Brake System...............283
Anti-Lock (ABS)..........217
Fluid Check.........283, 301
Master Cylinder..........283
Parking................216
Warning Light...........163
Brake/Transmission Interlock. . . .202
Break-In Recommendations, NewVehicle
..................58
Brightness, Interior Lights......117
Bulb Replacement........296, 297
Bulbs, Light.............61, 296
314