snow chains Lancia Thesis 2009 Owner handbook (in English)

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When the ASR function is off, sym-
bolVis lighted on the multifunc-
tion display together with the mes-
sage “ASR OFF”.
The function deactivation is indi-
cated by switching on of the related
warning light Bon the button. If this
function is deactivated during dri-
ving, it will be reactivated automat-
ically at the following start up.
IMPORTANTDuring driving on a
snow-covered ground, with snow
chains on, it might be useful to deac-
tivate the ASR function: in these
conditions driving wheel slipping at
start up is useful to reach higher
drive.MSR SYSTEM
(ENGINE DRIVE ADJUSTMENT)
The car is fitted with a system, part
of ASR, affecting the engine torque
in case of sudden gear shift, thus
preventing excessive driving wheel
dragging which, in extremely low
grip conditions, can make the car
loose stability.
ESP SYSTEM ACTION
The ESP action is indicated by
flashing of warning light áon the
instrument panel, to inform the dri-
ver that the car is in critical stability
and grip conditions.
ESP AND ASR FAILURE
INDICATION
In case of failure, ESP and ASR
systems are automatically deactivat-
ed and symbol áand message “ESP
FAULT” will come on with fixed
light on the multifunction display
together with warning light Bon the
ASR button.
If the failure affects only the ESP
system, symbol áand message“ESP FAULT” are lighted on the
multifunction display, while the
warning light on button Bis off and
the ASR system remains operating.
If the failure affects only the ESP
system, symbol áand message
“ESP FAULT” are lighted on the
multifunction display, while the
warning light on button Bis off and
the ASR system remains operating.
In case of ESP or ASR failure, the
car behaves in the same way as a car
that is not fitted with this system: in
any case it is advisable to contact a
Lancia Dealershipas soon as pos-
sible.
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DRIVING ON SNOW AND ICE
– Here are some tips for driving in
these conditions:
– Keep your speed down.
– Use winter tyres or snow chains
for driving on snow covered roads;
see the respective paragraphs in this
chapter.
– Prevalently use the engine brake
and avoid sudden braking.
– Do not accelerate suddenly and
avoid swerving.
– In winter, even apparently dry
roads may have icy patches. Be care-
ful therefore when driving over
stretches that do not get much expo-
sure to the sun or are lined with trees
or rocks where ice might not have
melted.
– Keep a good distance from the
vehicles in front.DRIVING WITH ABS
The ABS is a braking system that
essentially offers two advantages:
1) It prevents wheel lock and con-
sequent skidding in emergency
stops, particularly when the road
does not offer much grip.
2) It makes possible to brake and
steer at the same time so you can
avoid unexpected obstacles and
direct the car where you want while
braking.
To get the most out of ABS:
– During emergency stops or when
grip conditions are very poor, you
will feel a slight pulsation on the
brake pedal. This is the sign that the
ABS is working. Do not release the
brake pedal but continue to press so
as not to interrupt the braking
action.– The ABS prevents the wheels
from locking, but it does not
increase actual grip conditions
between tyre and road. Therefore,
even if your car is fitted with ABS,
keep a safe distance from the car in
front of you and keep your speed
down when driving into bends.
ABS serves to increase your control
over the car, not to enable you to go
faster.

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Snow chains cannot be
fitted on 225/50R17 (94W),
225/50ZR17 (94W) and
245/40ZR18 tyres, since they
interfere with the front suspension.Keep your speed
down when snow
chains are fitted.
Do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements
and do not drive for long dis-
tances on roads not covered with
snow to prevent damaging the car
and the roadbed.
Disconnect the ASR sys-
tem when snow chains
are fitted. Press the ASR-
OFF button: button led on.
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains is regulated
by the legislation in force in the
country the car is driven in.
Snow chains must only be applied
to the driving wheels (front wheels).
Versions
2.0 TB
2.4 - 2.4 CAE
2.4 JTD
2.4 JTD 20V2.4 JTD 20VCAE
3.0 V6 CAE
3.2 V6 CAE
Refer to the following
table for information on
the wheels where snow
chains can be fitted; follow the
prescriptions.
We recommend to contact a
Lancia Dealershipbefore buying
or installing snow chains.
Check the tautness of the chains
after driving some ten metres.
Tyres on which chains
can be fitted
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
215/60 R16 95H M+S
Type of snow chains to
be used
Low profile snow chains with
maximum height off the tyre
of 10mm

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2.4
7Jx16 H2-39
215/60 R16 (95W)
215/60 ZR16 (95W)
7Jx17 H2-41
225/50 R17 (94W)
225/50 ZR17 (94W)
215/60 R16 (95H) M+S
2.0 TB
7Jx16 H2-39
215/60 R16 (95W)
215/60 ZR16 (95W)
7Jx17 H2-41
225/50 R17 (94W)
225/50 ZR17 (94W)
215/60 R16 (95H) M+S
2.4 CAE
7Jx16 H2-39
215/60 R16 (95W)
215/60 ZR16 (95W)
7Jx17 H2-41
225/50 R17 (94W)
225/50 ZR17 (94W)
215/60 R16 (95H) M+S
2.0 TB
2.3
2.32.4
2.3
2.32.4 CAE
2.3
2.3
WHEELS
Standard tyres
Rims
Tyres
Optional tyres
Rims
Tyres (*)
Snow tyres
(*) Chains cannot be fitted on these tyres
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (excluding snow tyres)
Front and rear tyres
- average load bar
- full load bar

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3.2 V6 CAE
2.3
2.3
2.4 JTD 20VCAE 3.2 V6 CAE
Standard tyres
Rims7Jx16 H2-39 7Jx16 H2-39
Tyres215/60 R16 (95W) 215/60 R16 (95W)215/60 ZR16 (95W) 215/60 ZR16 (95W)
Optional tyres
Rims7Jx17 H2-37 7Jx17 H2-41
7Jx17 H2-41
8Jx18 H2-37
Tyres (*)225/50 R17 (94W) 225/50 R17 (94W)
225/50 ZR17 (94W) 225/50 ZR17 (94W)
235/40 ZR18 (95Y)
Snow tyres215/60 R16 (95H) M+S 215/60 R16 (95H) M+S
(*) Chains cannot be fitted on these tyres
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (excluding snow tyres)
Front and rear tyres
- average load bar
- full load bar
(*) Pressure for 235/40 ZR 18 (95Y) tyre2.4 JTD
20VCAE
2.3/2.7 (*)
2.3/2.7 (*)

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Ski tunnel ................................. 234
Snow chains ............................. 268
Solar cell operated sunroof ....... 222
- central locking/opening ....... 225
- emergency manoeuvre......... 226
- opening/closing .................. 223
- pivoting .............................. 223
- solar cells ........................... 226
Sound system ........................... 247
- Bose HI-FI sound system .... 248
- speakers ............................. 247
Spark plugs
- maintenance ....................... 330
- type .................................... 346
Speakers ................................... 247
Speedometer ............................ 107
Starting the engine ................... 250
- bump starting ..................... 273
- emergency start-up ..... 253-271
- engine stopping ................... 252
- engine warming up ............. 252
- ignition switch ..................... 24- JTD versions ...................... 251
- jump starting....................... 272
- petrol versions ..................... 251
Steering
- technical specifications ........ 352
Steering column lock ............... 24
Steering wheel........................... 70
- controls .............................. 18
- electric adjustment .............. 70
- manual adjustment ............ 70
Steering wheel stalks ............... 97
- left-hand stalk .................... 100
- right-hand stalk ................. 101
Stopping the engine ................. 252
Storing the car ......................... 269
- using the car again .............. 269
Sun visors ................................ 214
Supplementary heater ............... 162
- operation with engine
running .............................. 169
- operation with engine
stationary ............................ 163- technical specifications ....... 170
Suspensions
- technical specifications ........ 350
Symbols ................................... 9
Technical specifications..... 341
Third brake light ..................... 287
Tools ........................................ 275
Towing a trailer ....................... 264
- important ........................... 264
- installation diagram ........... 265
- tow hitch installation ......... 265
Towing the car ......................... 305
Transmission
- technical specifications ........ 348
Twilight sensor ........................ 99
Tyre inflation pressure .... 354-384
- important ........................... 331
Tyres
- changing a wheel ............... 274
- correct tyre reading ............ 356
- important .................. 332-356

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COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar) (snow tyres excluded)
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
5.505.50 5.0
FUEL CAPACITIES
5.90
75
1075
1075
1075
10 215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
225/50 R17 94W (*)
225/50 ZR17 94W (*)
2.3
2.3 215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
225/50 R17 94W (*)
225/50 ZR17 94W (*)
2.3
2.3 215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
225/50 R17 94W (*)
225/50 ZR17 94W (*)
2.3
2.3215/60 R16 95W
215/60 ZR16 95W
225/50 R17 94W (*)
225/50 ZR17 94W (*)
2.3
2.3
2.0 TB 2.4 2.4 CAE 2.4 JTD 20VCAE 3.2 V6 CAE
Front and rear
tyres
Reduced load bar
Full load bar
(*) Tyres that cannot be fitted with chains.
0.3 bar should be added to the values given if the pressure is measured while the tyre is hot.
2.0 TB 2.4 - 2.4 CAE 2.4 JTD 20VCAE 3.2 V6 CAE
Engine oil (quantity for
periodical remplacement -
sump and filter) litres
#Dispose of waste oil properly.
2.0 TB 2.4 - 2.4 CAE 2.4 JTD 20VCAE 3.2 V6 CAE
Tank capacity litres
Reserve litres
Refuel petrol engines with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) no lower than 95 only.
Refuel diesel engines with diesel fuel for motor vehicles (EN590 specifications) only.