dashboard Lancia Thesis 2008 Owner handbook (in English)

AIR VENTS
The car is fitted with three air
vents set on the dashboard: two
ventsA(fig. 118) on driver side and
oneB(fig. 119) on passenger side,
sending air in the passenger com-
partment in a “diffused” mode.
This particular function conveys air
at low speed, about half of the usual
flow, through additional vents.
Moreover, it reduces the air impact
on the passengers and the noise due
to the air coming out of the vents,
thus improving the passengers' com-
fort.IMPORTANTWhen the outside
temperature is very high (over 30°C),
to reach the selected temperature as
soon as possible, it is suggested to op-
erate air vents only after the system
has reached steady working condi-
tions.
IMPORTANTOn versions equipped
with solar cell operated sunroof
(where provided), to check operation
at first speed of climate control sys-
tem fan when the car is parked, dis-
engage air vents and set air distribu-
tion from central dashboard vents
only before leaving the car.
fig. 119
L0A0060b
fig. 120
L0A0059b
fig. 118
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Air vents (open) are actually used
only when the control for directing
air flow on the instrument panel is
operated.
Air vents are opened by rotating
the dashboard central vent knobs
beyond the upper stop limit (fig.
120):
– control Afor air vents on driver
side
– control Bfor air vent on passen-
ger side.
At the stop limit of these controls
there is a button which, if pressed,
sends a signal to the climate system
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To switch this function off, turn
the temperature knob to the left and
set the required temperature.
–LOfunction (maximum cooling):
it is activated by turning the temper-
ature knob to the left beyond the
minimum value (16 °C). It can be
independently switched on from dri-
ver’s side or from (front/back) pas-
senger’s side or from both sides (also
by selecting the MONOfunction).
This function can be switched on to
speed up cooling the passenger com-
partment by exploiting the system
potential to the maximum. This
function cuts out the heater and
switches the air recirculation and the
climate control compressor on. The
air distribution and the fan speed
are selected according to the envi-
ronmental conditions. All the manu-
ally settings can be adjusted when
the function is on. To switch this
function off, turn the temperature
knob to the right and set the
required temperature.Buttons for adjusting front air
distribution (10, 18 fig. 121)
Press these buttons to manually
select one of the seven possible air
distribution patterns in the front
passenger compartment (right and
left side):
AAir flow to windscreen and front
side window vents for defrosting/
demisting the windows.
FDAir flow to central and side
dashboard vents and the rear vents.
IMPORTANTOn versions equipped
with solar cell operated sunroof
(where provided), to check opera-
tion at first speed of climate control
system fan when the car is parked,
disengage air vents and set air distri-
bution from central dashboard vents
only before leaving the car.
SAir flow to the front and rear
footwells. The air distribution pat-
tern, due to the natural tendency of
heat to move upwards, allows to
heat the passenger compartment up
as fast as possible. Furthermore, it
offers a prompt feeling of warmth to
the coolest parts of the body.Air flow shared between
footwell vents (warmer air)
and central and side dashboard
vents and the rear vents (cooler air).
This air distribution pattern is par-
ticularly useful in middle seasons
(spring and autumn) when it is
sunny.
Air flow shared between the
footwell vents and the windscreen
and front side window
defrosting/demisting vents. This air
distribution pattern ensures a good
heating of the passenger compart-
ment and prevents possible misting
up.
Air flow distribution between
central and side dashboard
vents, rear vents and windscreen
and front side window vents.
Air flow distribution
between all passenger com-
partment vents.
Air distribution setting is displayed
when leds relevant to the selected
button are lit, which will be turned
off in case of fully automatic opera-
tion (FULL AUTO).F
SD
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FA
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GLOVE COMPARTMENT
A glove compartment with light is
located on the dashboard. The com-
partment has a flap and lock.
To open the glove compartment,
press button A(fig. 168); the button
works only when the key is at MAR
and for about 1 minute after remov-
ing the key or turning it to STOP.
Glove compartment opening can be
disabled and enabled again by
means of the CONNECT menu.
When the glove compartment is
opened, ceiling light A(fig. 169) will
light up. The ceiling light can be
switched off by closing the compart-
ment, or automatically, after about
15 minutes after shutting the engine
off (turning the key to STOP).The lower part of the glove com-
partment houses the Compact Disc
playerB(CD-changer, where fitted)
and, on certain versions, the power
socketC.
IMPORTANTTo use the power
socket, read the instructions of the
relevant paragraph in this chapter.
Always close the glove
compartment when the
car is running: it could
hurt the passenger in the event of
an accident.ODDMENT COMPARTMENT
(fig. 170)
A pivoting oddment compartment
is incorporated on the left side of the
dashboard. To open the compart-
ment, press on point A, then release
it.
To close the compartment again,
push it into its seat.
Do not drive with the
compartment open: it
could hurt you in the
event of an accident.
fig. 168
L0A0191b
fig. 169
L0A0325b
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Take care not to spill the
drinks. In any case, the
compartment is provided
with a hole on its bottom, through
which any spilled liquid can be
discharged.ODDMENT COMPARTMENT ON
THE DASHBOARD (fig. 174)
Oddment compartment Ais placed
in front of the gear lever.DOOR POCKETS
Door pockets are located on the
door panels:
–A(fig. 175) on front door panels
–B(fig. 176) on rear door panels.
fig. 174
L0A0182b
fig. 176
L0A0212b
fig. 175
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fig. 224
L0A213b
SOUND SYSTEM
The car is equipped with a com-
plete sound system, consisting of the
following:
– RDS-TMC radio integral with the
CONNECT system
– audio CD/navigation CD-ROM
playerA(fig. 221) on the dashboard
– audio cassette player Bon the
dashboard– multiple compact disc player
(CD-changer)C(fig. 222) in the
glove compartment (where fitted)
– BOSE HI-FI system (where fit-
ted).
For detailed instructions on the
Radio, CD and CD-Changer, refer to
the CONNECT supplement provid-
ed with the car.
SPEAKERS
Front speakers (fig. 223)
The front speakers Aare housed in
front door panels.Rear speakers (fig. 224)
The rear speakers Bare housed in
the rear door panels.
fig. 221
L0A0210b
fig. 222
L0A0217b
fig. 223
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fig. 226
L0A286b
Speakers on the rear window
shelf (fig. 225)
SpeakersCare located at the ends
of the rear window shelf.
BOSE HI-FI SOUND SYSTEM
The HI-FI sound system consists of:
– two high-performance woofers
(168 mm diameter), fitted in front
door panels
– two coaxial tweeters (50 mm
diameter) built-into the front door
woofers
– two high-performance, wide-
band mid-range speakers (160 mm
diameter), fitted in the rear door
panels– two high-performance sub-
woofers (230 mm diameter), fitted
on the rear window shelf
– speaker A(fig. 226) fitted in the
upper central part of the dashboard
– one high-power hi-fi amplifier,
five channels - four 25 W and one
100 W - class D, with analogue
equaliser for signal amplitude and
phase, fitted on the right-hand side
of the boot A(fig. 227).
Total sound power: 300 W.
The HI-FI sound system was
specifically designed for the THESIS
to offer the best acoustic perfor-
mance and the musical realism of a
live concert in each seat in the pas-
senger compartment.System characteristics include
crystalline treble and full, rich bass-
es. Furthermore, the complete range
of tones is played in the entire pas-
senger compartment embracing the
passengers with the feeling of space
typical of live music.
The system components are
patented and result from state-of-
the-art technology. At the same
time, the system is easy and intuitive
to use and allows even the least
experts to use the system to the best.
fig. 225
L0A211b
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FUSES IN THE DASHBOARD
The fuses protecting the main
devices are arranged in a fusebox
located under the dashboard, on the
left of the steering column, behind
the glove compartment (fig. 72).
To reach the fuses open the glove
compartmentA(fig. 71) and then
remove it by loosing the two screws B
with a screwdriver. After replacing
the fuses, refit the glove compart-
ment and secure it by the two screws.
The fusebox also contains tongs for
removing the fuses.Spare fusesA(fig. 72) are housed in
horizontal position in the upper part of
the fusebox. The spare fuse present
various amperages.
The devices protected by the fuses
(fig. 73) are listed in the tables on
the following pages.IMPORTANTRemember to
replace the spare fuse after replacing
a fuse.
FUSES IN THE ENGINE COM-
PARTMENT
The fusebox is located on the left
side of the engine compartment.
To reach the fuses remove the
coverA(fig. 74) after releasing the
fastening clips B.
fig. 71
L0A0144b
fig. 72
L0A0143b
fig. 73
L0A0265b
fig. 74
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MIDI-FUSE and MEGA-FUSE
Dashboard fusebox 1
Dashboard fusebox 2
Boot fusebox
Engine compartment fusebox
Fuse
1
2
3
4
Ampere
70
50
60
150
Location
fig. 70
fig. 70
fig. 70
fig. 70
Exterior lights
External light control (twilight sensor adjustment)
Direction indicators
Right-hand main beam headlight
Left-hand main beam headlight
Right-hand dipped beam headlight
Left-hand dipped beam headlight
Reversing light
Third brake light
Hazard lights
Front fog lights
Fuse
23
16
8
10
24
25
21
14
16
14
Ampere
7.5
10
10
10
15
15
7.5
10
10
15
Location
fig. 73
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fig. 75
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- Annual Inspection
Schedule ............................ 314
- Scheduled Servicing .......... 309
- Service Schedule ............... 312
Carrying children safely .......... 81
Catalytic converter
- oxidising catalytic
converter .......................... 7
- three-way catalytic
converter .......................... 6
Central console compartment .. 218
Chassis (marking) .................. 341
Cheap running that
respects the environment ...... 262
Child lock safety device .......... 58
Child restraint systems ........... 81
- passenger seat
compliance with regulations
on child’s seat use .............. 84- presetting for mounting
the “Type Isofix” child restraint
system................................ 85
Children
(transport in safety) ............ 81
CID (Customer
Identification Device) .......... 44
- battery replacement .......... 53
CID device
(Keyless System) ................. 44
Cigar lighter ........................... 215
Climate control system ........... 142
- air vents ........................... 145
- directional and
adjustable vents ................. 144
- initialising the control
units of the door locks,
air conditioner and ESP
system................................ 303
- ventilation during a stop ... 161
Climate-controlled
drink compartment .............. 217CO2emissions .......................... 367
CODE Card
(Lancia CODE system) ....... 28
CONNECT controls ................ 15
CONNECT infotelematic
system .................................. 14
- CONNECT controls ........... 15
- controls on steering wheel .. 18
- control summarising table 21
- remote control .................. 19
Containing running costs
and pollution ........................ 260
Controls ................................. 170
Controls on steering wheel ..... 18
Courtesy mirrors .................... 214
Courtesy mirror lights
- bulb replacement .............. 290
Cruise Control (constant
speed regulator) .................. 194
Dashboard ........................... 12

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Front fog lights
- bulb replacement ............... 285
- control .............................. 171
Front passenger presence sensor
(airbag) ................................ 91
Front seats ............................. 60
- armrests ............................. 65
- Comfort Seats ................... 64
- electrically adjustable
seats ................................. 60
- head restraints .................. 65
- heating ............................. 62
- manually adjustable seats
(moving the seat backward
and forward) .................... 60
- paper pockets .................... 221
- storing the driver’s seat
positions ............................ 62
Fuel
- consumption ..................... 366
- cut-off switch .................... 173
- fuel tank cap ..................... 238- level gauge ........................ 108
Fuel consumption ................... 366
Fuel cut-off switch and circuit
breaker................................. 173
Fuel evaporation canister ....... 6
Fuel feed/ignition
- technical specifications ...... 346
Fuel filler cap .......................... 238
Fuel gauge............................... 108
Fuses (replacing) .................... 292
- fuses ................................. 296
- fuses in the boot ................ 295
- fuses in the dashboard ....... 294
- fuses in the engine
compartment ..................... 294
- general .............................. 292
- general fuses ..................... 293
- location ............................. 293
Getting to know your car.... 12
Glove compartment ................ 216
Glove compartment light
- bulb replacement .............. 289
Handles ................................ 221
Hazard lights ........................ 170
Headlight washer
- control .............................. 101
- fluid .................................. 324
Headlights
- (Bi-Xeno) gas-discharge
lamps ................................. 241
- headlight orientation
for left-/right-hand drive .. 243
Head restraints
- front ................................. 65
- rear ................................... 66
Heated rear window ............... 172
Identification data ................. 341
- bodywork paint
identification plate ............. 342
- chassis marking ................ 341
- engine marking ................. 341
- model plate ....................... 341