Gear Lancia Ypsilon 2013 Owner handbook (in English)

❒If a parking manoeuvre is being carried out
between two parked vehicles alongside the
pavement, the Magic Parking system may cause
the car to mount the pavement.
❒Some manoeuvres at very tight bends may not
be carried out.
❒Take great care to ensure that conditions do not
change during the parking manoeuvre (e.g. if
there are persons and/or animals in the parking
area, moving cars, etc.) and intervene
immediately if necessary.
❒During parking manoeuvres, pay attention to
cars approaching from the opposite direction.
Always follow the Highway Code.
IMPORTANT Correct system operation is not
guaranteed if snow chains or emergency wheels
are fitted.
IMPORTANT The correct positioning of the car
inside the parking space detected by the system
depends on various factors, in particular the
circumference of the wheels. For example,
if wheels with a 14" diameter are fitted, the
position of the car inside the parking area could
be slightly different.MESSAGES ON THE DISPLAY
Search in progress:the Magic Parking system is
searching for a suitable parking space.
Parking found:the Magic Parking system has
found a suitable parking space.
Drive forward:the Magic Parking system
requests the driver to proceed slowly to bring the
car to the correct position before starting the
semi-automatic manoeuvre or, during the
semi-automatic manoeuvre, the system requests
the driver to engage the forward gear to continue
the manoeuvre.
Engaging reverse:a suitable parking place has
been found and the position is correct for starting
the parking manoeuvre. Stop and engage reverse.
Disengage reverse:when the Magic Parking
activation button is pressed, reverse gear must be
released for the system to be switched on.
Magic Parking: steering wheel being usedThe
manoeuvre is about to begin, the driver is
requested to release the steering wheel.
Drive backwards - Magic Parking: steering
wheel being used:The manoeuvre has started,
the driver can accelerate and release the clutch (in
the case of a manual gearbox) to enter the parking
space. The system manages the steering
automatically.
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Speed too high:The speed of the car is about to
exceed the maximum speed permitted by the
system (the message will be displayed at about 25
km/h for the search stage). If the speed is
increased further, the system will be deactivated
automatically.
Magic Parking not available:A problem has
been detected in the system. In this case, go to a
Lancia Dealership.
Try again later:The Magic Parking system has
detected a problem in one of the systems required
for its operation. If the problem persists, go to a
Lancia Dealership.
Action on the steering wheel:The driver has
voluntarily or involuntarily operated the steering
wheel. The system is disabled and the manoeuvre
is controlled by the driver again.
Magic Parking OFF:The system is deactivated
for one of the following conditions: manoeuvre
concluded, speed limits exceeded, presence of
a trailer, search stage too long, manoeuvre stage
too long, use of parking sensors requested during
the search stage, incorrect car trajectory as a result
of obstacles at the wheels.End Manually:
❒The initial parking stage managed by system
has ended, but the parking manoeuvre must
be completed by the driver.
❒The steering wheel has been grasped during the
manoeuvre.
❒Reverse gear has been disengaged during the
manoeuvre and the car has moved off.
❒Due to obstacles, the path followed by the car is
different from the one required for system
activation.
Trailer present:The system activation has been
requested, but the car has a trailer (the trailer
socket is correctly fitted).
Magic Parking deactivated:The system has
been deactivated following a request to activate
the parking sensors during the search stage with
the vehicle speed below 15 km/h.
IMPORTANT Some messages displayed are
accompanied by acoustic warnings.
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FRONT AND REAR PARKING SENSORS
(combined with Magic Parking)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
They are located in the front bumper (for
versions/markets, where provided) fig. 84 and the
rear bumper fig. 85 of the car and they detect
the presence of obstacles in the rear area (versions
with 4 sensors) or front and rear area of the car
(versions with 8 sensors) and alert the driver
by means of an acoustic warning.
The sensors are always combined with the Magic
Parking function.
Version with 10 sensors
The system is activated when reverse gear is
engaged or by pressing the PARK button fig. 86.If Magic Parking function activation has been
requested, the front and rear sensors are not
automatically activated during the search for a
parking space, but can be activated by pressing
the PARK button or by engaging reverse gear
when the speed is below around 15 km/h.
fig. 84
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fig. 85
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When reverse gear is released, the front and rear
sensors remain activated until a speed of around
15 km/h is exceeded to allow the parking
manoeuvre to be completed.
The sensors are deactivated by pressing the PARK
button again or when a speed of 15 km/h is
exceeded: the LED in the button is off when the
system is not active.
When the sensors are activated, the system starts
to produce acoustic signals from the front or
rear buzzers as soon as an obstacle is detected
with the frequency increasing as the obstacle gets
closer. When the obstacle is less than about 30
cm away, the sound becomes continuous.
Depending on the position of the obstacle (front or
rear) the sound is produced by the corresponding
buzzers (front or rear). The obstacle closest to
the car is signalled.
The acoustic signal stops immediately if the
distance of the obstacle increases. The sound cycle
remains constant if the distance measured by the
centre sensors remains unchanged, while if this
situation occurs for the side sensors, the signal is
interrupted after about 3 seconds (for example, to
prevent signals in the case of manoeuvres
alongside walls).
WARNING
Parking manoeuvres are always the
driver’s responsibility. When making
these manoeuvres, always make sure that no
people (especially children) or animals are
present in your manoeuvring space. The
parking sensors serve to assist the driver.
The driver must never allow his or her
attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those executed
at low speeds.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
STARTING THE ENGINESTARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox in
neutral;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as
soon as the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the
instrument panel warning light
remains on
together with warning light
, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains on, try the other keys provided with the
vehicle.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Never leave the ignition key in MAR position when
the engine is stopped.
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(excluding 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP)Engine starting for 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP versions
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gear lever
in neutral or fully press the clutch pedal if a
gear other than neutral is engaged;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as
soon as the engine starts.
NoteIf the vehicle does not start at the first
attempt, return the ignition key to STOP and
repeat the starting procedure placing the gear
lever in neutral and fully pressing the clutch
pedal.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Never leave the ignition key in MAR position when
the engine is stopped.If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the
instrument panel warning light
remains on
together with warning light
, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains on, try the other keys provided with the
vehicle.

If, when the ignition key is at MAR the
warning light remains lit, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning light
remains lit, try with the other keys provided
with the car.
Contact a Lancia Dealership if you still cannot
start the engine.
Warning light
will flash for 60
seconds after starting or during
prolonged cranking to indicate a fault
with the glow plug heating system. You can
use the car as usual if the engine starts but
you should contact a Lancia Dealership as
soon as possible.
WARNING
It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes
in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.
WARNING
Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational
until the engine has been started, therefore
much effort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
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STARTING PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox in
neutral;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR: the warning lights
and
on the instrument panel will turn
on;
❒wait for the warning lights
and
to
switch off;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV as soon as warning
light
switches off. Waiting too long will
waste the work done by the glow plugs. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the accelerator
must be entirely released when turning the
ignition key to position AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure.

Never leave children in the unattended car. Always
remove the ignition key when leaving the car and
take it out with you.
WARNING
The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the lever, if it is not, contact
a Lancia Dealership to have it adjusted.
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PARKINGSwitch off the engine and engage the handbrake.
Engage a gear (first gear if parked uphill or
reverse if facing downhill) and leave the wheels
turned. If the car is parked on a steep slope block
the wheels with a wedge or stone. Always remove
the ignition key when leaving the car.
HANDBRAKE
To engage the handbrake pull lever A fig. 112
upwards until the car is secured. To release the
handbrake, raise the lever A slightly, press and
hold the button B and lower the lever.
If the car is parked on a steep slope, it is also
advisable to block the wheels with a wedge or
stone.
fig. 112
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WARNING
Depress the clutch pedal fully to
change gear correctly. It is therefore
essential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying flat and
do not get in the way of the pedals.Do not drive with your hand resting on
the gear lever as the force exerted,
even if slight, could lead over time to
premature wear of the gearbox internal
components.
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USING THE GEARBOXTo engage the gears, fully depress the clutch pedal
and put the gear lever into the required position
(the diagram is shown on the knob fig. 113).
For 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP and 1.2 8V 69 HP
versions, to engage reverse R from neutral, lift the
ring A fig. 113 and shift the lever to the right
and back.
For 1.3 16V MultiJet version: to engage reverse R
from neutral position, shift the lever to the right
and then back.
IMPORTANT Reverse can only be engaged when
the car is completely stationary. With the engine
running, wait for at least 2 seconds with the clutch
pedal fully pressed before engaging reverse to
prevent damage to the gears and grating.
fig. 113
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CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short distances and frequent cold start-ups will
prevent the engine from reaching optimal running
temperature.
Consequently, both consumption (from +15 to
+30% on urban cycle ) and emissions will
increase.
Traffic and road conditions
Rather high fuel consumption is caused by heavy
traffic, for instance when travelling in a queue
with frequent use of low gears or in large towns
with many traffic lights. Winding mountain roads
and rough road surfaces also adversely affect
consumption.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged stops (e.g. level crossings) the
engine should be switched off.
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Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when at traffic lights or before
stopping the engine. This and also double
declutching is absolutely pointless on modern cars
and also increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and road
conditions allow. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions and engine wear.
Maximum speed
Fuel consumption increases considerably with
speed. Maintain a constant speed, avoiding
unnecessary braking and acceleration, which cost
in terms of both fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Sudden acceleration has a very negative effect on
fuel consumption and emissions: accelerate
gradually.

In addition to the electrical branches, the car's
electrical system can be connected only to the
supply cable for an electric brake and to the cable
for an internal trailer light, though not more
than 15 W. To connect, use the preset control unit
with a battery cable with cross-section no less
than 2.5 mm
2.
IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads other
than external lights (electric brake, winch, etc.)
must occur with engine running.
IMPORTANT To install a tow hook contact a
Lancia Dealership.
WARNING
The ABS with which the car may be
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
WARNING
Never modify the braking system of
the car to control the trailer brake.
The trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the car’s hydraulic system.
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TOWING TRAILERSIMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car must be
fitted with a type-approved tow hook and an
adequate electrical system. Installation must be
carried out by a specialist.
Install any specific and/or additional rear view
mirrors as specified by the Highway Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer, steep hills
are harder to climb, braking distances increase
and overtaking takes longer depending on the
overall weight of the trail.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill, rather
than constantly using the brake.
The weight of the trailer on the car's tow hook will
reduce the load capacity of the car by the same
amount. To make sure that the maximum towable
weight is not exceeded (given in the car
registration document) account should be taken of
the fully laden trailer, including accessories and
luggage.
Respect the speed limits specific to each country
for vehicles towing trailers. In any case, the top
speed must not exceed 100 km/h.
Any electric brake or other device (winch etc.)
should be powered directly by the battery through
a cable with a cross-section of no less than 2.5
mm
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