windshield wipers Lancia Thema 2014 Owner handbook (in English)

function. When performing other un-
derhood services, the hood latch, re-
lease mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be
lubricated twice a year, preferably in
the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant
directly into the lock cylinder.
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.
WINDSHIELD WIPER
BLADES
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper
blades and the windshield periodi-
cally with a sponge or soft cloth and amild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt or road
film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass
for long periods may cause deteriora-
tion of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to
remove salt or dirt from a dry wind-
shield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to re-
move frost or ice from the windshield.
Keep the blade rubber out of contact
with petroleum products such as en-
gine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper
blades varies depending on geo-
graphical area and frequency of
use. Poor performance of blades
may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If
any of these conditions are pres-
ent, clean the wiper blades or re-
place as necessary.ADDING WASHER FLUID
The windshield washer and the head-
light washer share the same fluid res-
ervoir. The fluid reservoir is located inthe front of the engine compartment.
Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer sol-
vent (not radiator antifreeze) and op-
erate the system for a few seconds to
flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reser-
voir, apply some washer fluid to a
cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade per-
formance.
To prevent freeze-up of your wind-
shield washer system in cold weather,
select a solution or mixture that meets
or exceeds the temperature range of
your climate. This rating information
can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 4
Liters of washer fluid when the mes-
sage “Low Washer Fluid” appears in
the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).
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Camera, Rear..............142
Capacities, Fluid............299
Caps, FillerRadiator (Coolant Pressure)
. .281
Carbon Monoxide Warning......59
Cargo Area Features..........152
Cargo Compartment..........152
Cellular Phone..............186
Chains, Tire...............231
Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator Light)
...........162
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. .59
Checks, Safety...............59
Child Restraint..............47
Child Safety Locks............22
Child Seat..................50
Clean Air Gasoline...........238
CleaningWheels
................288
Windshield Wiper Blades. . . .277
Climate Control.............186
Clock....................184
Coin Holder...............150
Cold Weather Operation.......198
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance. .186
Compact Spare Tire..........228
Computer, Trip/Travel.........173
ConnectorUCI
..................184
Universal Consumer Interface
(UCI)
.................184
Conserving Fuel.............172
Console, Floor..............150
Console, Overhead...........143
Coolant Pressure Cap(Radiator Cap)
............281
Cooling System.............279
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze). .281
Coolant Capacity..........299
Coolant Level........280, 282
Disposal of Used Coolant. . . .282
Drain, Flush, and Refill.....280
Inspection..............282
Points to Remember.......282
Pressure Cap............281
Radiator Cap............281
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze)
......280, 299, 300
Corrosion Protection..........286
Cruise Control (Speed Control). . .125
Cupholders............149, 289
Data Recorder, Event..........46
Daytime Brightness, InteriorLights
..................117
Deck Lid, Emergency Release.....28
Deck Lid, Power Release........27
Defroster, Rear Window........153
Defroster, Windshield......60, 189
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers.....118
Diagnostic System, Onboard.....271
Diesel Fuel................238
Dimmer Switch, Headlight......116
DipsticksOil (Engine)
.............272
Disabled Vehicle Towing.......264
DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)
. .282
Engine Oil..............273
Door Locks.................20
Door Locks, Automatic.........22
DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water
.....214
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel
Economy
................172
Electrical Power Outlets.......147
Electric Rear Window Defrost. . . .153
Electric Remote Mirrors.........71
Electronic Brake Control System. .219
Anti-Lock Brake System.....219
Brake Assist System........219
Traction Control System.....219
Electronic Speed Control(Cruise Control)
.......123, 125
315

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)Connector
...............184
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt. . .33
Vanity Mirrors...............72
Vehicle Identification Number(VIN)
....................7
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...7
Vehicle Storage..........192, 296
Wait to Start Light...........168
Warning Flasher, Hazard.......252
Warning Lights (Instrument ClusterDescription)
..............160
Warnings and Cautions..........7
WasherAdding Fluid
............277
Washers, Headlight...........120
Washers, Windshield......118, 277
WaterDriving Through
..........214
Wheel and Wheel Trim........288
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.....288
Wind Buffeting...........27, 146
Window Fogging............192
Windows...................25
Power..................25
Windshield Defroster..........60
Windshield Washers.......117, 118
Windshield Wiper Blades.......277
Windshield Wipers...........117
Wiper Blade Replacement......277
Wipers, Intermittent..........118
Wipers, Rain Sensitive.........119
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