weight Lancia Thesis 2007 Owner handbook (in English)

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After travelling a few
kilometres, check that the
screws securing the rack
are tight.
Distribuite the load
evenly and remember,
when driving the car, that
the car is now more susceptible to
side wind.
Never exceed the per-
mitted weights (refer to
the “Technical specifica-
tions” chapter).ROOF RACK –
SKI RACK
ANCHORAGE POINTS
The car roof features four brackets
for anchoring the roof rack/ski rack
(fig. 219); these brackets are hidden
by small covers.
To use the brackets, lift the covers
by levering on point A(fig. 220).
Fasten the roof rack/ski rack to the
brackets, by following the provided
instructions.After removing the roof rack/ski
rack, lower the covers by engaging
them into their seats.
IMPORTANTStrictly comply with
the law regulations in force concern-
ing maximum overall dimensions.
Strictly follow the assembly
instructions provided with the roof
rack/ski rack set. Assembly should
be made by qualified personnel.
fig. 219
L0A0083b
fig. 220
L0A0084b

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CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS AND
POLLUTION
Some suggestions which may help
you to keep the running costs of the
car down and lower the amount of
toxic emissions released into the
atmosphere are given below.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
The overall state of the car is an
important factor which has a
marked influence over fuel con-
sumption and driving comfort and
on the life span of your car. For this
reason care should be taken to main-
tain your car by carrying out the
necessary checks and regulations in
accordance with the specifications
given in the “Service Schedule” (see
sections: spark plugs, air cleaners,
timing...).Tyres
Tyre pressure should be checked at
least once every four weeks: if the
pressure is too low fuel consumption
increases as the resistance to the
rolling movement of the tyre is
greater. In this state, tyre wear is
increased and handling suffers,
which will effect safety.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much load in
the boot. The weight of the car (in
town traffic above all), and its trim
greatly effect consumption and sta-
bility.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof or ski racks from
the car as soon as they are no longer
needed. These accessories reduce the
aerodynamic penetration of the car
and will increase consumption.
When transporting particularly
large objects, use a trailer, where
possible.
Electrical devices
Use electrical devices for the neces-
sary time only. The heated rear win-
dow, fog lights, windscreen wipers,
heater fan require large amounts of
electricity and increasing the request
for power will also increase fuel con-
sumption (up to +25% when driving
in towns).
Climate control system
The climate control system is an
additional load which greatly effects
the engine leading to higher con-
sumption (up to +20% in average).
When the temperature outside
allows, use the air vents where pos-
sible.

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TOWING A
TRAILER
GENERAL NOTES
The car must be fitted with a
homologated tow hitch and suitable
electrical system for towing a cara-
van or a trailer. Have the tow hitch
fitted by an expert who will issue
specific documentation for use on
roads.
Fit special and/or additional
rearview mirrors in accordance with
the highway code.
Remember that towing a trailer
makes it harder for the car to climb
the maximum gradients specified,
increases braking and overtaking
distance, proportionally to the over-
all weight of the trailer.Engage a low gear when driving
downhill rather than constantly
braking.
The weight the trailer exerts on the
car’s tow hitch coupling reduces the
car’s loading capacity by the same
amount. In order to be sure you are
not exceeding the maximum towing
weight (as specified in the registra-
tion book), you have to take into
account the trailer’s fully laden
weight, including accessories and
personal luggage.
Do not exceed the speed limits for
towing a trailer in the country you
are driving in. In any case, do not
exceed the top speed of 100 km/h.
Trailer electrical connection shall
only be performed with ignition key
at STOPor removed.
When trailer electrical connection
is on and you switch on the rear fog
lights, only the trailer rear fog lights
will come on.The ABS system will not
control the trailing brak-
ing system. Great care
should therefore be taken when
driving on slippery road surfaces.
Under no circumstances
modify the car’s braking
system for trailer braking
control. The trailer’s braking sys-
tem must be completely indepen-
dent of the car’s hydraulic sys-
tem.
The rear parking sensors
are automatically deacti-
vated when the plug of the
trailer’s electrical cable is insert-
ed in the car’s tow hitch socket.
The rear sensors activate auto-
matically when the trailer’s plug is
disconnected.

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IDENTIFICATION
DATA
CHASSIS MARKING (fig. 1)
It is printed on the passenger com-
partment floor in front of the right-
hand front seat and can be reached
by lifting the carpeting and opening
the cover.
Marking includes the following
data:
– car model
– chassis number.ENGINE MARKING
The marking is stamped on the
cylinder block and includes the
model and the chassis number.
fig. 1
L0A0296b
fig. 2
L0A0297b
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL PLATE
The plate (fig. 2) is to be found on
the left side of the boot (in the spare
wheel housing) by lifting the boot
cover. The plate bears the following
identification data (fig. 3):
A- Manufacturer’s name
B- Homologation number
C- Car model code
D- Chassis number
E- Maximum vehicle weight fully
loaded

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BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The plate (fig. 4) is applied on the
inner bonnet panel.
fig. 4
L0A0299b
fig. 5
L0A0268b
F- Maximum vehicle weight fully
loaded with trailer
G- Maximum vehicle weight on
front axle
H- Maximum vehicle weight on
rear axle
I- Engine type
L- Body version code
M- Spare part code
N- Smoke opacity index (for diesel
engines)
fig. 3
L0A0298b
It bears the following data (fig. 5):
A- Paint manufacturer
B- Colour name
C- LANCIA colour code
D- Respray and touch up code

360
2.4
1,760
510
1,300
1,300
2,270
1,500
500
80
75
52.4 CAE
1,790
510
1,300
1,300
2,300
1,500
500
80
75
5 2.0 TB
1,780
510
1,300
1,300
2,290
1,500
500
80
75
5
WEIGHTS
Empty weight
(including all fluids, fuel tank at 90 %
and with no optional): kg
Payload (*) including
the driver kg
Maximum admitted loads (**):
– front axle kg
– rear axle kg
– total kg
Towable loads:
– trailer with brakes kg
– trailer without brakes kg
Maximum load on roof kg
Maximum load on tow hitch
(trailer with brakes) kg
Number of seats
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.), the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads so that they comply with these limits.

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2.4 JTD 20V CAE
1,820
510
1,300
1,300
2,330
1,500
500
80
75
53.2 V6 CAE
1,820
510
1,300
1,300
2,330
1,500
500
80
75
5
Empty weight
(including all fluids, fuel tank at 90 %
and with no optional): kg
Payload (*) including
the driver kg
Maximum admitted loads (**):
– front axle kg
– rear axle kg
– total kg
Towable loads:
– trailer with brakes kg
– trailer without brakes kg
Maximum load on roof kg
Maximum load on tow hitch
(trailer with brakes) kg
Number of seats
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.), the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads so that they comply with these limits.

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- maintenance ....................... 331
- pressure (important) .......... 331
- winter tyres ........................ 267
Useful accessories ................... 270
Volumetric protection ............ 41
Warning lights and messages. 115
Weights .................................... 360
Wheel geometry ........................ 358
Wheels
- changing a wheel ............... 275
- important ........................... 332
- inflation pressure ................ 354
- pressure (important) .......... 331
- technical specifications ....... 354
- wheel geometry ................... 358
Windscreen/rear window and
headlight washer fluid ........... 324
Windscreen washer
- control ................................ 101- fluid ................................... 324
Windscreen washer blades
- maintenance ....................... 333
Windscreen wiper
- blade maintenance ............. 333
- control ................................ 101
Windscreen wiper spray nozzles
(maintenance) .............. 334-335

PROVISIONS FOR THE PROCESSING OF A VEHICLE
AT THE END OF ITS LIFE-CYCLE
For years now Lancia has been developing its global commitment towards the safeguarding and protection of the
Environment through the continuous improvement of its production processes and the making of increasingly more
“eco friendly” products. With a view to guaranteeing the best possible service to clients in full observance of
environmental standards and in response to the obligations imposed by European Directive 2000/53/EC on end-
of-life vehicles, Lancia offers its clients the possibility to hand in their vehicle* at the end of its life span without
additional costs.
The European Directive, in fact, provides for the take-back of the vehicle without the last holder or owner of the
same incurring expenses due to the fact that the market value of the vehicle is zero or negative. In particular, in
almost all of the countries of the European Union, up until 1st January 2007, take-back of the vehicle free of
charge only applies to vehicles registered from 1 July 2002 on, while, from 2007 on, take-back will be carried out
free of charge, independently of the year of registration, provided that the vehicle still contains all its essential
component parts (especially engine and body) and is free from additional waste materials.
Our contracted network of authorised treatment facilities has been carefully selected in order to provide a quality
service to our customers by de-polluting and recycling “End of Life Vehicles” to approved environmental
standards. To find out the location of your nearest authorised treatment facility, offering free of charge take-back,
simply contact one of our dealers or refer to the Lancia web site or call the toll free number 00800 526242 00.
*
Passenger transportation vehicles to seat a max. of nine persons, having a total admissible weight of 3.5 t