battery Lancia Ypsilon 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

WARNING
121)Modifications or repairs to the electric
system that are not carried out properly
or do not take the system technical
specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
122)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
WARNING
51)Halogen bulbs must be handled
holding the metallic part only. Touching the
transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the
emitted light and even reduce the lifespan
of the bulb. In the event of accidental
contact, wipe the bulb with a cloth
moistened with alcohol and let the bulb
dry.
52)If possible, we recommend that you
have bulbs replaced at a Lancia
Dealership. The correct operation and
direction of the external lights are
absolutely essential for the safety of the car
and of compliance with the law.
REPLACING FUSES
123) 124) 125) 126) 127) 128)
GENERAL
To facilitate fuse replacement, use the
pliers hooked inside the fuse box lid on
the dashboard left-hand side.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
FUSE BOX
53)
This is located by the side of the
battery. To access the fuses, proceed
as follows:
move the cover A fig. 97, undo the
screw A fig. 98, release the tabs B
and pull the cover C upwards.The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each fuse
is shown on the cover. After replacing
the fuse, make sure that you have
closed cover C correctly on the
fusebox.
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DASHBOARD FUSE BOX
fig. 100
USERSFUSE AMPERE
+15 Headlight alignment corrector F13 5
+15 ignition-operated control with inhibition during engine
starting.F31 5
+30 Climate control unit, control unit, EOBD socket, radio setup F36 15
+15 switch on brake pedal (NO) F37 7.5
Central door locking F38 20
Two-way windscreen washer pump F43 20
Front electric window (driver side) F47 20
Front electric window (passenger side) F48 20
+15 Sun roof, rain/dusk sensor, electric mirror control, control
lighting, AUX socketF49 7.5
+15 Radio setup, climate control system control unit, sun roof,
parking control unit, brake pedal switch (NC), clutch pedal switch
(NC), reversing lights.F51 5
+30 Instrument panel F53 7.5
+15 = ignition-operated positive pole
+30 = battery direct positive pole (not ignition-operated)
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140)The information required by the
applicable law on chemicals for men's
health and environment protection and the
safe use of the sealing fluid is reported
on the packaging label. The respect of all
indications included on the label is
essential to ensure product safety and
effectiveness. Please be reminded to
carefully read the label before use. The
product user is responsible for any
damages caused by an improper use. The
sealing fluid has an expiry date. Replace
the bottle if the sealant has expired.
141)Put on the protective gloves provided
together with the quick tyre repair kit.
142)Apply the adhesive label where it can
be easily seen by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the
quick repair kit. Drive carefully, particularly
on bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid
sudden acceleration or braking.
143)If the pressure has fallen below 1.8
bar, do not drive any further: the quick tyre
repair kit cannot guarantee the correct
hold because the tyre is too damaged.
Contact a Lancia Dealership.
144)Always indicate that the tyre was
repaired using the quick tyre repair kit. Give
the leaflet to the personnel charged with
handling the tyre treated with the tyre
repair kit.
WARNING
56)In the event of a puncture caused by
foreign bodies, the kit may be used to
repair tyres showing damage on the track
or shoulder up to max 4 mm diameter.
WARNING
3)Dispose of the bottle and the sealant
liquid properly. Have them disposed of in
compliance with national and local
regulations.
4)Apply the adhesive label where it can be
easily seen by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the
quick repair kit. Drive carefully, particularly
on bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid
sudden acceleration or braking.
EMERGENCY
STARTING
If the battery is flat, a jump starting can
be performed using the battery and
the cables of another vehicle, or using a
booster battery.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Do not use an auxiliary battery or any
other source of external supply with
a voltage above 12 V: the battery, the
starter, the alternator and the electrical
system of the vehicle could be
damaged.
Do not attempt jump starting if the
battery is frozen. The battery could
break and explode!
JUMP STARTING
145) 146)57) 58)
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start
the engine using an auxiliary battery
with the same capacity or a little higher
than the flat one.
Proceed as follows to start the engine
fig. 113:
connect the positive terminals (+
near the terminal) of the two batteries
with a jump lead;
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with a second lead, connect the
negative terminal–of the auxiliary
battery to an earth point
on
the engine or the gearbox of the car to
be started;
start the engine;
when the engine has been started,
remove the leads reversing the order
above.
For versions with Start&Stop system, to
carry out the jump starting procedure,
refer to paragraph “Start&Stop system”
in the “Knowing your vehicle” section.
If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, do not persist but contact
a Lancia Dealership.IMPORTANT Do not directly connect
the negative terminals of the two
batteries: sparks could ignite explosive
gas released from the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another
car, prevent accidental contact
between metallic parts of the two cars.
WARNING
145)This starting procedure must be
performed by expert personnel because
incorrect actions could cause electrical
discharge of considerable intensity.
Furthermore, battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames and lighted
cigarettes away from the battery and do
not cause sparks.
146)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
WARNING
57)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.58)Do not connect the cable to the
negative terminal (–) of the flat battery. The
following spark could lead to battery
explosion and cause serious harm. Only
use the specific earth point; do not use any
other exposed metallic part.
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FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM
147)
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the interruption of the fuel supply
with the engine consequently cutting
out;
the automatic unlocking of the
doors;
turning on of the lights inside the
vehicle;
the switching on of the hazard
warning lights.
On some versions, the intervention of
the system is indicated by a message
shown on the display.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the vehicle
for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the vehicle or
near the tank area. After an impact, turn
the ignition key to STOP to prevent the
battery from running down.
To restore the correct operation of the
vehicle, proceed as follows:
turn the ignition key to the MAR
position;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
ignition key turned to the OFF
position;
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position.
LPG / Natural Power versions:inthe
event of an impact, petrol supply is
immediately cut-off, the LPG safety
valves are closed and the injection is
interrupted, switching off the engine.
WARNING
147)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do
not reactivate the system to avoid the risk
of fire.
TOWING THE
VEHICLE
148) 149) 150) 151)
The tow hook, which is supplied with
the vehicle, is housed in the tool box,
under the carpet in the luggage
compartment.
ATTACHING THE TOW
RING
Manually remove cap A fig. 114 (front
bumper) or A fig. 115 (rear bumper)
pressing the lower part, take the tow
hook B fig. 114 (front bumper) or B fig.
115 (rear bumper) from its housing in
the tool box and tighten it completely
on the front or rear threaded pin.
AB
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SERVICING AND CARE
Correct servicing permits the
performance of the vehicle to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............127
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...............137
BATTERY RECHARGING ................142
WINDSCREEN / REAR WINDOW
WIPERS ..........................................143
LIFTING THE CAR...........................144
BRAKES .........................................144
WHEELS AND TYRES.....................145
BODY .............................................145
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REGULAR CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up:
engine coolant, brake fluid and
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windscreen washer/
wiper system and positioning/wear of
rear window wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
For cars with 0.9 TwinAir engines:
every3,000km check the engine oil
level and top it up to the maximum level
if necessary.
DEMANDING USE OF THE
CAR
If the car is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 Km) at sub-zero outdoor
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;perform the following inspections more
frequently than shown on the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission, pipes
and hoses (exhaust/fuel system/brakes)
and rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
.
CHECKING LEVELS
152) 153)59)
0.9 TwinAir versions
A. Engine oil cap/filler – B. Engine oil dipstick – C. Engine coolant fluid – D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid – E. Brake fluid – F. Battery
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1.2 8V 69 HP versions
A. Engine oil dipstick – B. Engine oil cap/filler – C. Engine coolant fluid – D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid – E. Brake fluid – F. Battery
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1.3 16V MultiJet versions
A. Engine oil dipstick – B. Engine oil cap/filler – C. Engine coolant fluid – D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid – E. Brake fluid – F. Battery
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