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It’s time to appreciate the Lancia Thesis

Forgive us, Lancia Thesis, for the world was never meant for one as beautiful as you.

In the decade since its demise, the Lancia Thesis has been propping up lazy ‘ugly car‘ lists across the internet, deemed worthy of little more than the merest mention in the context of its jaw-droppingly elegant rear lights. The wood enthusiasts in Malvern saw enough beauty in the Thesis to borrow the ‘microbulb’ lights for the Aeromax.

For sure, the Lancia Thesis looks a little weird, certainly in the context of its contemporary German rivals. But looking slightly odd has never hampered Martin Clunes, so why did the world fail to embrace the Thesis?

British buyers didn’t have a choice. The Thesis never made it to these shores, Lancia only returning to the UK under the cover of Chrysler.

It wouldn’t have stood a chance. Faced by the collective might of the 5 Series, E-Class and A6, the elegant Lancia would have been lost beneath a deluge of faeces-related quips.

“The time is ripe for Thesis,” said Lancia in 2001, in a statement unrelated to faecal matter.

The Thesis was borne out of the Dialogos concept of 1998 , a car with swivelling armchairs rather than seats, an absence of door handles, pillar-less entry, suicide rear doors, and an ability to switch between left- and right-hand-drive.

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It allowed Lancia to “conceive the idea of stress-free driving and envisage the passenger compartment as both ideal microclimate and living room,” said the company.

What’s remarkable is how much of the Dialogos styling made it into production. The front and rear are straight outta concept, but Lancia lost its nerve when building the bit in the middle. With the B-pillar in place, door handles in situ, standard rear doors, and Vanden Plas-style chrome strip along the side, the Thesis looked more like a low-rent Korean rental car in profile.

In fairness, the Thesis did a fine job of hiding its size. At 4.88 metres in length, this Italian saloon is knocking on the door of Range Rover territory, but while SUVs are aggressive and crude machines, the Thesis puts on a display of restraint and splendour. This is a car for arriving at ambassadorial receptions, not in the car park of a Premier League football ground.

The Italian Scorpio?

Which is the point of the Lancia Thesis. If you’ve ever seen a Thesis at night, you will have admired the diamond-shaped xenon headlights and the almost surreal beauty of the LED rear lights. There are just two 1cm wide strips: one red and one orange. Pure class.

If the jury is out on the interior styling – did somebody say ‘Italian Ford Scorpio ’? – there’s little to debate when it comes to the cabin. The dials were a welcome nod to the Aurelia and Flaminia, with the instruments set off against a soft blue background. Meanwhile, wood, leather, Alcantara and magnesium combined to create an interior that looked and felt a class above the ‘premium’ execs jostling for position on the Autostrade.

Naturally, you’d want the Alfa-sourced 3.0-litre V6 combined with the Comfortronic transmission for maximum waft, but don’t discount the 2.4-litre five-cylinder for aural pleasure. The 2.0-litre turbo was the quickest to 60 and delivered more torque than the 2.4-litre JTD. A diesel in a Thesis? No thanks.

Lancia spent big bucks on the Thesis, resisting the temptation to base the car on a stretched Alfa Romeo 166 platform. The result was a car that rode as well as any luxury car, helped in no small part by the so-called ‘Skyhook’ semi-active damping system. It used sensors to select the optimum damping force required by each shock absorber, to deliver a soft and controlled ride.

Poltrona Frau soft leather was an option, with heated front seats standard on the top-spec models. Tick the right box and your Thesis could leave the back passage of the showroom with ventilated massage seats in the front, and heated massage seats in the back. Thanks to its long wheelbase, the Thesis offered a huge amount of rear legroom. This was a car to drive and to be driven in.

A seven-inch display, voice control, Bose sound system, adaptive cruise control, eight airbags, front and rear parking sensors, and keyless entry wouldn’t look out of place on a spec list today. 

Home delivery

Lancia also knew how to make a customer feel special. Cars were delivered to the doors of potential clients for a test drive, while showroom staff were trained solely to deal with the Thesis. Once purchased, the car would be delivered to the customer’s home or office by the salesperson who sold the car. A few days later, the dealer principal would call to ensure that everything is in order.

The company promises lifetime ‘Home Service‘ cover, which included collection within 48 hours following a report of any faults, a loan car while the Thesis was in for repair, and a dedicated freephone number. Could any lucky Thesis owners could report on the effectiveness of this service?

Maybe it’s the passing of time or simply the increasing number of over-styled SUVs on our roads, but the Lancia Thesis appears to be ageing like a fine Italian wine. Those front and rear bumpers, free of clutter, look delightful, while the overall design, which might have looked out of place at the turn of the millennium, is most welcome in 2019.

Everything in context. Picture yourself driving home from the opera in a Thesis; the world is monochrome as your tyres roll across the gravel outside your immaculate Italianate townhouse. The sound of Puccini is heard from inside as your Monica Bellucci lookalike wife greets you at the door. Life is good.

The Lancia Thesis slots into this vision in a way that a contemporary German exec can only imagine. If only the world had been kinder to the misunderstood Italian. They would not listen, they did not know how. Perhaps they’ll listen now.

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Curbside Classic: 2007 Lancia Thesis – PhD In Deadly Sin

Finally found one! Had to go all the way to bloody Japan, but there it is, in front of me, glaring at me with its sad eyes. I hadn’t seen one in probably ten years, but then that’s how long I’ve been out of Europe. Some call this the last Lancia and in many ways, it is. It was also a major bomb that precipitated the marque’s downfall. A true blue Deadly Sin – perfect CC fodder.

It wasn’t possible to get a rear end shot of the Thesis, so here’s a period pic (and a pretty colour!)

It was already evident, by the late ‘90s, that Lancia’s future appeared a lot darker than its past. Ever since Fiat had taken the firm over in 1969, the marque’s essence seemed to have gradually evaporated. Lancias, once known for their workmanship and engineering prowess, were now known for their glitches and rampant rust. Fiat decided to pair Lancia and Autobianchi together, muddying the marque’s image by associating it with city cars. The larger Lancias of the ‘80s and ‘90s were hit-and-miss, sometimes bland and often badge-engineered versions of cheaper Fiats and more interesting Alfa Romeos, always playing second fiddle to someone else.

Yet the Lancia shield still had mystique. Within the Fiat group, some saw how wasteful the conglomerate had been with the marque and sought to revive it. After all, this was the peak retro era. VW were recreating the Beetle as a chic FWD quasi-luxury car, so anything must have seemed possible. Mike Robinson, head of Fiat Centro Stile’s Lancia office, had just designed the Lybra (above) , which was about to go into production on the Alfa 156 platform and usher in the look of big Lancias for the next decade – chromed retro grille, round headlamps, conservative three-box shape (albeit with very rounded edges), simple flanks, thin C-pillar, vertical taillamps.

Just as the Lybra was going into production, Lancia surprised the cognoscenti by unveiling the Dialogos at the 1998 Turin Motor Show. This was a clear foreshadowing of the new big Lancia, though it remained a show car. Several features never made it to the final Thesis, such as the swiveling front seats, wood-panelled doors and floors, or the clamshell doors sans B-pillar (an old Lancia tradition) or door handles. The Dialogos was never equipped with an engine, so it was really a pure styling and packaging exercise, but it definitely pointed its sharp grille towards the future of Lancia.

In the year 2000, even before the launch of the Thesis, Lancia made a Thesis-based special for the Vatican. The Lancia Giubileo, a 5.5m long armoured landaulet, reminded most observers of the Dialogos, but this one obviously had an engine (an Alfa 3-litre V6) and generally looked a bit different – the grille was a bit less imposing, the rear end less abrupt. The end of production of the Lancia Kappa, in the summer of 2000, made it even clearer that the time was coming for a new executive Lancia.

The Thesis was finally unveiled at the 2001 Geneva Motor Show, but it took about a year for the cars to actually get to the showrooms. Petrol engine choices included a 2.0 Turbo (185hp) and a 2.4 litre (170hp) 5-cyl., as well as Alfa’s 3-litre (215hp) “Busso” V6, augmented to 3.2 litres and 230hp from 2005. Diesel-wise, the initial proposal was the 2.4 litre JTD 5-cyl. – only good for 150hp, but that was superseded by a 20-valve multijet design that ended up providing 185hp. These drove the front wheels via a either a 6-speed manual or a 5-speed auto.

The Lancia Thesis was never going to have a bespoke engine, of course. And you could be forgiven for thinking the same of the rest of the car, but you’d be wrong. The platform and its sophisticated all-independent multilink suspension, made of aluminium and steel, were all designed and used solely for the Lancia flagship. Fiat invested over €400 million in this titanic enterprise and they were sure it would pay off.

Going by the Kappa’s modest numbers – just over 100,000 units made in eight years – and adding a dollop of optimism, Lancia figured they should be able to shift 13,000 cars per year initially and might need to increase production to 25,000 if sales really took off. After all, the Thesis’ rivals, such as the BMW 5-Series, the Jaguar S-Type or the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, were selling quite briskly in those days. Suffice to say they kind of missed the mark: just under 16,000 Thesis were made from 2002 to 2009. Reality bit, and it bit hard.

So what happened? There are several factors, it seems. One was that the Thesis’ fierce competitors were present in a number of European markets that Lancia had forgone, such as the UK, so Lancia’s flagship was not as widely offered as some. The styling, despite the Italian reputation for elegance and beauty in all things, was not to everyone’s taste either. It seems only the Italians got the point of it – foreign sales were abysmal.

Perhaps a variant or two might have helped, too. Sure, it hardly moved the needle for the Kappa – the K coupé and wagon were for connoisseurs only, in a way – but you never know, sometimes you get luckier with the derivative than the main. It happened before. The sole attempt at a special Thesis was coachbuilder Stola’s limousine, which is not exactly a recipe for volume production. Three limos were made and that was that.

Our feature car, by the way, is a late model Thesis, as evidenced by this “1∞ th ” symbol on the B-pillar. This series was originally launched as a limited edition in 2006 for the 100 th anniversary of Lancia and as a way to peddle the latest amelioration of the Thesis, i.e. the 185hp Diesel coupled with the 5-speed sequential autobox. The only available colours were black and gray – joyful hues perfectly suited to celebrate a birthday.

Above: 1∞th edition (2006) interior; below: 2002 Emblema trim dash

Actually, the fun was all inside. I did not manage to take a photo of our feature car, but here’s what it should look like in these. The red leather coupled with the deletion of the wood veneer gives this interior a bit of a zing that might not be present in the “regular” Thesis.

For whatever reason, the leather in the Thesis I caught was black. The package also included model-specific 18’’ alloys and was available until the end of production, in 2009. It seems the last cars made in 2008-09 were all Diesels, probably because that’s what the Italian markets craved.

I’m guessing that this Thesis might be a 2007 model because I found one for sale in Japan on the web – just the one, which is saying something! – wearing the same colour and from this vintage, but with a petrol engine and no 1∞th package. It’s a shame so few of these were imported here: given how retro-obsessed Japanese car-buyers can be, the Thesis could have made a real splash here if Lancia had given it a go. But I guess this all took place before Fiat renewed their efforts at conquering Japan, after the formation of FCA: Jeeps, Fiat 500s, Maseratis and Alfas are pretty common in Tokyo traffic. Lancias are definitely not, though I have seen older ones on occasion.

As we all know, the death knell of Lancia in general and of the Thesis in particular was the aforementioned Chrysler deal. Fiat found themselves with a surfeit of platforms and bodies to amortize, so they just slapped Lancia shields on various Chryslers. For good measure, FCA also did the opposite, i.e. rebadging Lancia Ypsilons as Chryslers, for certain markets.

Whatever brand equity was still present in the Lancia name evaporated by the early 2010s. Which leaves us with the Thesis as the last big Lancia worthy of the name, a gloriously wasteful and, in the metal, not inelegant executive saloon — in the best and worst tradition of its storied maker, may it rest in peace (is it dead yet?).

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Always loved the front and rear end on these cars – shame about the overall proportions though. if they could have just gone a bit more jag XJ on the proportions it could have been a real stunner, and less like a rover 75 with a fancy face on it.

Very nice, specially the ones with with the V6 engines. These are very underrated, uniquely styled cars and personally I have never understood why they sold as badly as they did. I’m seriously considering picking one up. A good, low mileage Thesis can be had here for next to nothing and it’s a bona fide future classic.

Looks very similar to a Kia Amanti

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kia_Opirus

The headlight shape – subtly imitating the grill – has unfortunate echoes of the Docker Daimlers….

That’s true!

Yes, the Thesis must have inspired its Korean cousin… the stubbier, uglier Kia Amanti.

You would almost be tempted to buy this for the interior alone, but then, that front end….yuck. Even the engine choices sound interesting and with an available 6 speed manual transmission, what a car.

Agree. That front end kills it for me.

They got the proportioning right on the Dialogos; what a shame the Thesis didn’t look more like that. Or the Papal Giubileo.

But then, would it have mattered what the car looked like? Did people trust the Lancia brand any more?

If only it had rwd proportions, and maybe weren’t quite as tall. More like an Acura Legend.

An unfortunately styled but interesting car nonetheless, at least it can’t be accused of just blending in with everything else. That gray color with red leather? Yes, that’s a winner. Or even the tan or perhaps a shade darker like the shade Ferrari seems to prefer works too. Black interior seems a waste though, so no loss on you not getting pix of that.

Anyway, all the blather we hear periodically about how Japan is a “closed market” seems to be just that, you’ve demonstrated yet again that even when it comes to fairly late model vehicles, Japan seems to be extremely accommodating and its buyers seem to seek out interesting models from the world over, even some American ones such as Jeeps. Just not large pickups or other stuff that the US otherwise seems to specialize in.

A nicely done 1/43 scale promotional model of the Thesis ended up in my collection after a short trip by my wife to Italy. Of course I’d never seen a real one in my part of the American west so an odd, four door sedan Lancia does stand out a bit among models of more common subjects on an office shelf. I’m glad I have the model.

It does rather look like a bit like a conventional sedan done up by one of the Japanese retro houses.

I remember well when it came out. I liked it, for being refreshingly different. I suspect it may well have been influenced by the Rover 75, although I’m not sure if the timelines would have allowed that. It must have been in the air at the time. Sleek retro.

The styling of the Rover 75 was a development of the ideas in the earlier (1993) 600, especially if looking at Richard Woolley’s concept sketches. By coincidence that has numberplates with ‘Thesix Hundred’ on.

I think it’s actually a shame the Lancia didn’t follow the Dialogos concept more closely for the Thesis; definitely more distinctive, especially the treatment of the flanks and they way the waistline resolves at the rear. Even that rear pillar works with the other shapes.

I had actually seen a Thesis once, in 2014, parked at the Serbian Embassy in Washington, DC. I found it rather odd looking in person, and at first didn’t have the foggiest idea what it was. I haven’t thought about the Thesis much since then, so it’s good to read about its full story here. I will say this: That interior is awfully nice-looking.

Paul’s right. Especially from the side it is a conventional-looking generic sedan. The rear is trimmed nicely but that front and especially those headlights! It looks like they took the styling of the Lybra, which is itself quite generic looking, and made it different for the sake of making it different. Never mind style to match its intended market…just different. It didn’t take much effort, but by then it seemed that whatever was happening at Lancia was “phoned in.” The next step was rebadging the Chrysler 300, a car with an entirely different personality than what Lancia represented. That wasn’t even phoned in…it was texted.

The last relaunch of the brand Maybach , owned by Mercedes Benz , didn’t get lucky numbers either and the marque was dropped. With all the prejudices for Lancia’s parenthood with Fiat, no prejudice can shadow the evidence that this rare Lancia Thesis is an exquisite piece of art design.

That limo has a Maybach look about it, to me.

I always enjoy your writing – clever and fun. This title is one of many great puns from your hand. Maybe the best. I like the Thesis and other oddballs like the C6. I’d be happy to snag one up now, but honestly I would not have considered one when new – that free-falling depreciation trumps adorable quirkiness.

So glad you found one. These are fascinating and I had no idea they had their own bespoke platform. What a boondoggle.

Love the wheels on this one. This is a modern car that can actually pull off two-tone too.

I have a soft spot for these, even if I accept they’re everyone’s taste. A sort of Rover 95, if you like, with some of the kitsch retro Britishness replaced with a softer more contemporary style. That interior is actually pretty neat to me, and probably more to my taste than the Rover.

But isn’t the last real Lancia the Gamma? Maybe? Only Fiat’s money in that one.

I never understood the front of this car, I once read an article it was supposed to be an hommage to the Aurelia B 20 Coupe but I guess they got very, very drunk. There was one burgundy Thesis around where I live, but I have not seen it around for a long time now. The interiors of these cars are fantastic, in a way that nobody can make such a fine interior like an Italian can with smashing finishing, I like these cars better then a Maserati Quattroporte, the Thesis interior bears an air of understated chique. I drove a Diesel and a petrol, I had to bring these to another dealer for my friend who is a Fiat, Alfa, Lancia dealer, they drive ok, handling is as you expect from an Italian car , the blue dials reminded me of my 75 Alfa Giulia Nuova. Thesis is now slowly getting appreciated, like the C6 from Citroën, prices are going up but these two cars are mainly victims of the way large cars are being offered in Europe today, namely by leasing companies and these companies dominate the market and are in love with the German three, simply for reasons of accounting. And that is probably the main reason why the French and Italian limousines have disappeared, lease companies rule the world!

Seems one was a tad previous with one’s appellation, Dr T, but still now, you’ve got your Thesis and as they say, that’s a better fate than never, so one’s congrats to one and all that, what.

400 million smackers for its own bespokery seems all a bit foolhardy. Presumably the consultants who told them the numbers were ticketty-boo graduated to doing US polling now.

“Not inelegant”, you say. Now of course, I’m not about to suggest you have just effused, but you haven’t exactly nose-wrinkled either, as the combination of snoozy blanderry and startling oddity in the pictures might suggest is necessary. Is it one of those things that is not the same when seen in the real world?

Reminds me of an International Lonestar truck.

An interesting read. I had the good fortune to test drive one of these about ten years ago. It was the petrol V6. Looking back I can´t recall anything about the car that would hint at its poor sales. While I reckon the car could have been a little lower, it is an excellent package for driver and passengers so you can see why it is tall. It drives beautifully – you can waft along if you like but if you want to press on the car handles with aplomb. The two problems with the car are that it was too big and costly – it was up against intensely well-developed rivals in the 5 and the E. And Lancia had a reputation as cars that offered sensitive and feelsome controls so you were involved in the driving. The Thesis was too reserved – ideal as a limousine but not as interesting as cars like the Mondeo Mk2 and Peugeot 406 which had well tuned controls. What Lancia needed was a Mondeo/Passat/406 sized car and not something from the D class. And they needed driver apeal rather than well executed anasthæsia. I think it´s a wonderful car for what it is but it was the wrong product for Lancia.

If the moderators don´t mind, here is a link to my wordy test drive article: https://driventowrite.com/2014/05/12/2002-lancia-thesis-3-0-v6-review/

“A very fine job of making the wrong car” – very nice.

For all the great effort, it seems that every single element misses – the beautiful glove box that holds just a ciggy pack – and in any case should have been used in other combinations across other models (or more coherently combined in the one).

As noted above though, it must make them a killer buy presently. Old BM’s and Mercs aren’t going to be any less trouble-prone or costly by now, and freed of its competitive new-car role, it’s got to be far more interesting than them.

One other thing, I also test drove a Lancia Kappa which preceded the Thesis. Though not as finely made (it´s not bad, and it is comfy and distinctive) it is a very convincing balance of ride and handling. It is also handily sized – spacious inside but not bulky. If you don´t mind the fake wood trim and odd plastics it is in many ways a much more convincing car than the Thesis. It also looks incredibly distinctive despite its restrained looks (you´d never mistake it for anything else).

FCA also did the opposite, i.e. rebadging Lancia Ypsilons as Chryslers, for certain markets.

Especially in the United Kingdom and Ireland where Lancia was forever doomed in the 1980s for the prodigious rust manifestation. So, Lancia never recovered from the bad publicity there.

Living in Germany, it was weird seeing second-generation Chrysler 300 rebadged as Thema Executive (with better looking grille), Chrysler Town and Country as Voyager, and Chrylser 200 as Flavia.

Lancia model range has been dwindled to single model and limited to a single market today: Italy-only Ypsilon based on Fiat 500.

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Thesis, the last true Lancia

• 14 April 2020

In 2002 with the Thesis, Lancia launched a valid attempt to return once again to the place it rightly deserved in the annuals of the automobile. The endeavour was inaugurated through a new flagship concept that offered a brave and very astute mix of the past and present and encompassed the celebrated legacy of the Turin brand.

The idea first came to light in 1998 at the Turin Motor Show where a concept called Dialogos was revealed, a semi-final prototype of a three-volume sedan with suicide doors and advanced technological components. The Dialogos was warmly received and a large investment was approved to put it into production. Surprisingly, in 2000, a version appeared for Pope John Paul II, which was given the name “Giubileo” (Jubilee).

At its presentation, in 2002, it was clear how Mike Robinson, chief designer at Lancia, wished to combine the stylistic features of the past with more decisive, contemporary touches; the nose that featured a large Lancia radiator grille, the diamond-shaped headlights and the soft fenders were reminiscent of the Aurelia, while at the rear those characteristically thin and innovative LED lights that look like slender fins, recall the Flaminia. The Thesis heralded a new stylistic language that was balanced by the opulent classicism of the interior. A language that was difficult to understand as history would sadly go on to confirm. The Thesis had the difficult task of repositioning the brand and bringing it back to international markets where Lancia had been absent since the early nineties after the Lancia K debacle.

A promise it was unable to fulfil as only 16,000 examples were produced. The rarity that followed, especially for the top-of-the-range versions powered by a 215bhp 3.0 V6 or the 230bhp 3.2 V6, both petrol engines sourced from Alfa Romeo and designed by Giuseppe Busso, makes it a somewhat inexpensive future classic worth betting on.

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The Lancia Thesis (Type 841) is a full-size car produced by Italian automaker Lancia between 2001 and 2009. It was available with naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines ranging between 2.0 and 3.2 litres in both straight-5 or V6 configurations.

Production 2001–2009

Engines Petrol 2.0 L turbo 20V I5 2.4 L 20V 3.0 L Alfa Romeo 24V V6 3.2 L Alfa Romeo 24V V6 Diesel 2.4 L JTD 20V I5

Designers Centro Stile Lancia: Michael Robinson[2] Flavio Manzoni[3] (interiors)

Body styles 4-door saloon

Lancia Thesis History

Its appearance was based on the 1998 Lancia Diàlogos concept car. The production car premiered at the 2001 Geneva Motor Show and its interior was displayed for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show that same year. Sales started in June 2002 in Italy, with export markets following shortly after.

The earliest prototype of Thesis, called Lancia Giubileo,[6] was used in the Great Jubilee, presented to Pope John Paul II, bearing very similar body yet modified as a landaulet. Concerning the design, Lancia’s chief designer said: “People will be looking for excuses not to buy this car. So, we wanted to be damn sure we didn’t give them anything to hook onto.”[7] To that end, the car was intended to match the substance of the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It was fitted with more technology and style.

To convince buyers, it was priced to be 15% cheaper than the competition. In the view of motoring writer Paul Horrell of the United Kingdom’s magazine Car, the shape was “controversial, but certainly regenerates an authentic Italian alternative to the po-faced approach” of the competition. He added: “Look at that extravagant front end, like a row of chrome-decorated sand dunes. The whole form is plump and carries telling details of bi-xenon headlights and multi-LED blades of tail-lamp – a comfortably fed and well-jewelled car like the folk who’ll drive it.”

Discussing the interior, Horrell went on to say: “The effect is redoubled within. The cabin is truly rich, and walks the right side of that line in Italian style dividing the perfectly proportioned minimalism from their bling-bling rap-star Versace vulgarity.”[7] A notable feature of the interior was the use of high-quality, lightly varnished wood trim and cast magnesium for the centre console. Horrell wrote: “I can’t tell you how much more satisfying it is to use a cupholder or ashtray that glides out of solid metal than some clacky plastic lid.” After describing the engraved glassware of the instruments, which were notable for what he called their needles “floating at depth”, Horrell concluded that “it felt expensive”

Lancia invested heavily in the Thesis. Unlike the predecessor, the Lancia Kappa, which shared an automobile platform with the Alfa Romeo 166, the Thesis was designed with its own chassis. In the words of Horrell, the car was fitted with a “complicated multi-arm aluminium-intensive suspension at both ends, augmented by Mannesmann Sachs ‘Skyhook’ adaptive dampers”, which were used on the Maserati Spyder. It was the first Lancia with radar adaptive cruise control, which was made by Bosch.

Describing the driving quality, Horrell wrote: “You can tell it’s a heavy car, but there’s no distress in letting this [test car with the V6 engine] build up a gentle sweat. Its autobox is attentive and smooth. The engine, though quieter than in any Alfa, is all you hear because road and wind noise have been quashed. Ditto rattles. This is a tight ship.”[7] He added: “The Thesis’ ride is just terrific. It swallows big lumps, whatever your speed. Yet there’s no heaving in distress; the adjustable dampers keep body motion in check. They’re even better when the stress is lateral; considering the pillowy straight-line character, cornering roll is amazingly well-controlled.”

The main criticism was the steering, which was considered by Horrell to be too light, and the slight tendency to understeer leading to intrusion of the ESP system. In conclusion, Horrell summed up the Thesis as being “far more accurate and even agile than it has any right to be.”[7] Horrell’s view was that the Thesis was a dignified expression of Lancia’s brand values. He added: “Imagine a Rover 95 and you would be spookily close. It’s a scary thought: two brands that refuse to be youthful or sporty, two brands that have underperformed.”[7] Other suggestions were that the car was a good product in the wrong market place. In this view, it would have been better to offer a vehicle in the Ford Mondeo price range rather than the more conservative sector contested by the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class.

The Thesis is equipped with 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic Comfortronic, which is available for all but 2.0 gearboxes. The interior was trimmed with leather or the suede-like Alcantara material long favoured by Lancia. The verdict of Car stated: “If Lancia can be turned around this is the car for the job.” Despite its very comprehensive equipment level and the improved fit and finish, sales remained well behind its predecessor, the Kappa, quite far behind the competition; when the model was discontinued at the beginning of 2009, only 16,000 units were built.[10] The Thesis was replaced in 2011 by a new flagship sedan, based on the Chrysler 300, rebranded in continental Europe as the Lancia Thema.

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2002 Lancia Thesis 3.0 V6 Review

When the Thesis was launched in 2002, Lancia wanted a flagship to re-position the brand as a maker of convincing luxury cars, an Italian Mercedes if you like. The Thesis’ predecessor, the Kappa, had been less successful than the Thema, despite receiving plaudits for its refinement, packaging and capable chassis. The Thesis was supposed to recover ground lost during the Kappa’s production run and also to re-affirm the company´s tradition of top-drawer refinement and visual elegance.

To this end, Lancia threw enormous resources at the Thesis such that it had its own unique platform and shared no pressings or interior parts with any other Fiat group product. As quoted in CAR magazine in 2002, the designer Mike Robinson said “People will be looking for reasons not to buy this car. We don’t want to give them any.”

Not so much has been written about the Thesis so I decided to see for myself what the car was really like and to find out why only 16,000 were sold during a seven year production run.

Technicalities:  The construction of the Thesis was fairly conventional: a transversely mounted engine driving the front wheels. Given that the Thesis was intended more for comfort than handling the selected arrangement is, objectively, a rational one. Lancia’s reasoning was probably the same as Rover’s: most people are indifferent as to which axle is receiving the power.

A 2 litre soft turbo, a 2.4 litre 20 valver and a 3.0 V6 24 valve engine made up the petrol burning range. A 2.4 JTD diesel was also available. The suspension design was a mix of the ordinary and the clever. The routine elements consisted of independent five-link suspension with coil springs. The intention behind this set up was to minimise the distance between the wheel centre and the virtual steering axle to the advantage of accuracy and crispness. At the rear were installed multiple-arm suspension elements, designed to provide a good capacity to absorb impacts. In essence, these were just incremental improvements on the theme of multi-link suspension.

All the same, I do like the idea of bringing the wheel centre and steering axle together as these kind of refinements were what made Lancias steer so well in the ’70s. The clever part was the use of telescopic Skyhook adaptive dampers. These gadgets allow semi-active suspension in that the damper rates can be varied by computer management to suit the driving conditions and driving style. All this was done with microchips smaller than your thumbnail. A similar system is used on the Maserati Spyder.

These specifications were class competitive but don’t compare to the originality of Lancia’s 1963 Flavia: transverse leaf springs and double wishbones at the front and dead axle and transverse leaf springs at the rear, supporting a front-wheel drive four-cylinder boxer engine. The Flavia’s peers were at that time using straight sixes and eights sending power to the rear. The point here is that the differences between the Thesis and its peers are not insignificant but not very great either, and the chassis design was nothing like as ingenious as its ’60s ancestor.

The Thesis weighed from 1600 kilos for smaller engined versions to 1800 kilos, as in the 3.0 V6 tested here. By way of comparison, the 1999 Mercedes S-320 weighed less, having 30 kilos fewer to drag along. Given that the Thesis is smaller in most dimensions than an S, it was thus a conspicuously dense machine. Being 4888 mm long and having a front drive format meant the passenger compartment was spacious, with plenty of room in every direction. The boot holds a competitive 480 litres.

Whilst the chassis and power train of the Thesis were quite conventional, Lancia was in some sense leading the way by encrusting the mechanicals with a dizzying superabundance of extra equipment, digital trinkets and electric novelties, more than one could list fully in the space allowed.

The 3.0 litre tested was equipped with integrated satellite navigation (a novelty in 2002), an automatic gearbox, electrically-powered automatic parking brakes and four-way adjustable climate control. This can send chilled air through lushly damped louvres on the elegantly sculpted dashboard and through vents in the b-pillars. In addition, subtle perforations in a metal strip across the dash allow draught free ventilation.

Almost everything is powered apart from the front sun visors and the minuscule front ashtray. The multi-adjustable seats could be set to memorise the driver’s postural preferences. Servos even operate the front head restraints. This in itself is a wonderfully unnecessary refinement and speaks volumes about the painstaking efforts to create a truly luxurious saloon. The glove box opens with the push of a daintily chromed button (but amusingly, the glove box itself won’t hold more than a few packs of cigarettes).

A power operated sunblind performs impressive acrobatics: simply dab a switch on the rosewood veneered centre console. It’s worth pausing here to consider that engineering that sunblind probably involved a team of six engineers at a cost of several hundred thousand euros. Naturally, the boot lid is power operated, requiring merely nudge of a button to open and a slight push to close.

Exterior:  The vehicle exterior is dominated by the gloriously confident Lancia grille, evoking the firm’s past triumphs. The diamond shaped headlamps are powerful Xenon units. Both the grille and the headlamps are set amidst quite large expanses of unadorned metal work. The intention, according to Lancia’s designer, was to create the impression of glittering jewellery.

The rear lamps – striking vertical slashes- are painfully intense and are simultaneously nostalgically chrome edged and ultra-modern with the LED technology. The theme then was of evocative classicism underpinned by the latest in automotive technology. All the panels were joined tightly and the vehicle was well surfaced, apart from an odd depression where the wing to bonnet valley fades into the plastic bumper.

Interior:  I’ve mentioned the features but I haven’t described how they all work together. It’s no use loading a car with toys if they are not well assembled or made of the best materials. Are they? The Lancia’s interior uses leather, metal, wood and the finest plastic. And they are handled well. The interior is well sculpted and classic without being too retro.

The wood strip gracing the dashboard and doors is thick and very evidently real tree. It’s the kind of substantial slab of wood not seen since the solid door capping on 1970’s Ford Granada Ghia’s. All this adds up to lashings of comfort, warmth and quality. It is an effect very, very different from the cold, hardness achieved by Mercedes and Lexus. Even a Jaguar XJ seems a bit glacial in comparison while the similarly priced S-type is embarrassingly Crown Victoria.

The driver’s seat – hand stitched parchment hide- is beautifully supportive without being too firm. The Thesis passes the door slam test, by a factor of five. Pulling the door shut required a well-judged degree of effort, just enough to make you notice the heft. When the door clunked home it felt as if each element of the closure was machined to a fine tolerance. It made me think of a Mercedes 300 SEL 6.3, in fact.

In front of the driver is a classically styled instrument pack. The lettering is redolent of the labelling on a bottle of fine Italian wine and indeed it’s all in Italian. Rather surprisingly, there is an analogue gauge to display fuel consumption, scaled from 6 litres per 100 km to 20 litres per 100 kilometres. It isn’t more readable or effective than a digital LCD display but it is incredibly amusing as it sweeps from left to right like a deranged pendulum.

The rear of the car is a similarly fine place to reside. The legroom is plentiful, more than enough to sprawl out during a long trip from Rome to Cap Ferrat. The centre console features the display and buttons for the climate control so while the driver might require 17 degrees, passengers can opt for more or fewer independently. The stereo system can be operated by a remote control unit. Each of the finely trimmed doors has an ashtray of pretty respectable size and the door cards are unusually handsome, made of precisely the same high quality materials as those at the front.

In short, whether you’re up front twirling the steering wheel or being cossetted in the back, the Thesis is a terribly agreeable place to find oneself.

In motion:  We’re 1200 words into this review at which point it really does become very necessary to start revealing what the Thesis is like to drive. Putting it very bluntly, the Thesis is singularly unobtrusive, resembling nothing so much as a really talented butler. I drove the car in a variety of different modes, ranging from tasteless dashing along narrow country lanes at one extreme and, at the other, driving like I had a hung-over primo ministro slumping in the back. Whatever it is asked, the Thesis does what it is told.

If you stamp on the accelerator pedal, the vehicle takes a tiny pause and then leaps forward. Very little vibration is felt and little noise heard. The Skyhook suspension coupled with the sheer weight of the car do a remarkable job at smothering bumps and potholes. The ride is impressively smooth without being floaty. Bad surfaces are simply ignored by the Thesis while changes in direction do not provoke annoying body roll. This is comfort-orientated suspension that respects the needs of handling to a commendable degree. Presumably the benchmark for Lancia was Jaguar not BMW.

With an automatic transmission, there was little to do but steer and brake. And the steering is pleasantly light, quite direct but not nervous and the car had a crisp bite to the turn-in. Of torque steer there was no sign. At the same time, the steering had no positive character either, being more a collection of elegant neutralities. I wanted to notice the steering character rather than to notice I could not detect anything either way. That’s my problem though, not Lancia’s. Like the good butler, it is keeping its personality, its means of operation, completely hidden.

When confronted with a sharp corner, it was best to brake, turn and accelerate again. The Thesis is not a go-kart. But the Thesis felt controllable and if you really had to cover 100 kilometres using b-roads, the car would do it without complaint. But at no point would you feel as if you were in physical contact with the car’s mechanical core.

That kind of road testing is, in the end, rather pointless except to say that the Thesis, could in extremis, make a good fist of getting you from Zurich to Lausanne decisively ahead of schedule, even if you avoided the motorways. But if driven as intended, the Thesis as a car simply disappears for both driver and passenger and instead the wealth of creature comforts come to the fore. In the end, the Thesis is a means not an end in itself. I’ve always said that if Vincenzo Lancia was still around he’d be making Lexuses (or do I mean Lexi?). These too, in their larger manifestations, are smooth and compliant servants rather than machines with which to take on 120 kilometres of coast road for the fun of it.

Sobering Thought:  At 20 miles per gallon, the Thesis has a touring range of 333 miles. From Rome to Cap Ferrat would require a stop for fuel after 5 hours.

Concluding ruminations:  Mr Robinson’s determination to avoid offering hostages to fortune failed at the first hurdle. By aiming for classicism the Thesis was immediately marked down as retro-design as were Rover’s 75 and Geoff Lawson’s Jaguars. I mentioned that the car was slightly smaller in most dimensions when compared to the 1999 Mercedes S-class. The Lancia is unfortunately taller, to the benefit of headroom but to the detriment of appearance.

The car looks slightly too short which is a huge pity as the car is in fact, actually very big indeed. The very plain side elevations (the c-pillar is the weak link) and the odd proportions evoke the 1960s Flavia but this is such an odd reference. I doubt it was intentional. When shaping the bodysides I presume the designers were hoping for cool restraint but instead achieved banality.

How you feel about the car’s appearance depends on which angle you view it from and whether you are sitting inside it or outside it. From the inside it’s simply lovely and says ‘Latin luxury’ without making you think of 1980s Maseratis or the Renault Safrane Baccara. But to get inside the car you have to get past the exterior, which presumably many people failed to do, even if they were only shown the front, its best aspect.

It’s the inconsistencies that puzzle: the striking front and rear contrasting with the Hyundai body side; the cast magnesium cover for the CD loading slot, not four centimetres above the fiddly flimsy lid of the tiny ashtray; incredible thought was put into the lovely details like the rear lamps and grille but the car’s proportions are just noticeably wrong. Perhaps this is because as a statesman’s car the need for maximum interior space trumped the requirement for supreme elegance. But if it was packaged as a statesman’s limousine why are there are no reading lights in the rear c-pillars and why is there not one single cigar lighter for the rear passengers?

Dynamically, the Thesis offers very good refinement and a generous turn of speed. And thus it lands between a few stools. It’s not as refined as a Mercedes E-class. It’s not as sporting as Jaguar S-type. Volvo’s S80 catered very well to the driver unconcerned with dynamics. For Lancia enthusiasts expecting sportiness, the Thesis is too smooth and aloof and not fast enough. For Lancia enthusiasts expecting the cerebral satisfaction of a car with palpable mechanical character the Thesis is too distant and inscrutable.

And finally:  Perhaps it would have been better if the Thesis had been a car in the Mondeo class, rather than trying to offer S-class size for a less than E-class price. Think of it like this: if you want a better class of Mondeo, you are forced to choose a sporty German saloon. But what if Lancia had offered a more comfortable, more pleasant alternative? For the Mondeo driver, half the refinements of the Thesis would have been enough, so long as the car was at least as good to drive. And taking five percent of the C/D market might have been a lot easier than trying to take sales from the sector dedicated to serving Europe’s richest, least imaginative and least interesting people.

Considering the car as it is, rather than what else it could have been, it is a fine thing: well made, extremely comfortable and very well equipped indeed. It is even charming in many of its details. It’s when you triangulate the car against its peers and betters you realise that Lancia simply did a very fine job of making the wrong car.

Facts:  Horsepower 215. Compression ratio 10:1. Maximum torque 263Nm at 5000 rpm. 5 speed automatic gearbox standard. Standard wheels were 215/60 R16 95W. Steering rack and pinion with variable rate power assistance. Front: Independent multilink suspension, coil springs with telescopic Skyhook adaptive damping, torsion bar. Rear: multilink with anti-roll bar. Ventilated disc brakes

Length: 4888 (Merc S-class: 5220 mm);

Height: 1470 (Mercedes S.-class 1444 mm)

Wheelbase: 2803 mm.

Rear track: 1541 mm; front track: 1569 mm.

Luggage room: 480 litres.

Weight: 1895 kg in 3.0 litre trim (Mercedes S-320: 1770 kg)

Fuel tank capacity: 75 litres.

How fast? How thirsty?

O – 60: 9,2 seconds

A kilometre in 29,8 seconds

Fuel consumption, claimed 31 mpg on tour, combined 20 mpg.

Tested Feb 6th 2011. Conditions: dry, windless, 2-4 degrees.

Ergonomics: test driver is 5´ 9″, 70 kilos, 50th percentile male (height).

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Author: richard herriott

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Is the car conservative? It is retro but the styling was not reserved. Since there are so many saloons with sporting pretensions the decision to provide something different was to be applauded. The car had plenty of muscle to do some asphalt ripping which is great if you really have to press on. However, the demeanour of the car is more about comfort and refinement. The more I think about it, the more puzzled I am that it didn´t get at least sales of 50,000 units worldwide. There just isn´t that much that is so wrong with it. Some of the reasons for failure are not intrinsic to the car but reside in Lancia´s marketing strategy and perhaps their dealer network. If someone can tell me how well the Citroen C6 sold I´d be pleased to hear, the C6 being at least as outré as the Lancia and not too different in pricing. We can conclude that the market is very intolerant of what are, to be objective, very small variations from the norm.

I must say that I could have written something slightly different a week ago and I could write a review with another angle next week. To attack myself, I have conflated judgments of the car from a marketing point of view with judgments of the car as a thing in its own right. The reasons for its market failure (it was the wrong car) are not reasons to criticise the car as an ownership proposition. The idiosyncratic styling could be seen as a plus and they are certainly not so odd to permit one to say the car is objectively bad. Objectively, the worst things about the car were trivial: small ashtray, absent reading light, slightly severe fuel consumption (but it was the V6). The build quality was fine and the seats comfortable and the ride quality superb. Was it a driver´s car? No. Did it have a “personality”? No, it had features and competence. So, perhaps I should rewrite the review and leave out all the marketing philosophy. The aftermarket wheels were horrible but the ride was still good. I imagine running on Lancia footwear the car would be even nicer.

Stephen Bayley wrote this a long time ago: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/2724085/Car-culture-Decline-and-fall.html

And a few years later the Fabrica Italiana Automobili Torino has turned into Fabrica Americana-Europea Automobili Londra. I’m rather certain Stephen Bayley isn’t all that proud that his observations have proven to be quite so prescient.

I’m baffled, and not just regarding the automotive sector, how as resourceful a country as Italy could end up on the receiving end of the effects of globalisation.

I don’t quite grasp the chief designer’s strangely negative statement at the launch “People will be looking for excuses not to buy this car. So, we wanted to be damn sure we didn´t give them anything to hook onto.” Unless Mr Robinson was speaking in Italian and suffered a poor translation, did he not realise that many people would still have been looking for excuses to buy a Lancia, being frustrated that Fiat hadn’t given them any for many years? Actually, Lancia gave them a pretty decent excuse to buy, and 16,000 sales must have been a great disappointment.

Whereas it reflects more on my terminally immature personality than the efforts of Mr Robinson’s colleagues that, whilst still conceding that the Thesis is by far the better car, I’d rather take a Thema 8.32 over this, what I don’t understand is the many people who are more mature, disciplined and responsible than me who were too brainwashed to realise that this, and not a hard riding BMW or S-Line Audi, is what they would have been be happiest driving.

I would rather take “Ferrari” Thema myself:) And yes, for those looking for ultimate confort, choosing Thesis over S-line Audi or sports suspension BMW would have been wise decision…

I’ll write a more thoughtful response to this excellent piece of writing later, but in response to the question re C6 sales, the answer is 34,592 according to Citroenet – which is quite a few more than I had thought. Nevertheless, it’s a dismal sales performance over almost 7 years, and, even though the retail price of the car was high, every car must have cost PSA a significant loss. It is not a surprise to me, being an owner: it’s just so left-field for today’s market/ consumer, and inferior in many ways to the more mainstream (mainly German) competition, but full of “character”. Car actually put it well – maybe a little generously – in the GBU – like a French Blue Cheese – repels and attracts in equal amounts.

SV. If you consider that the SM, generally seen as a commercial failure, sold over 13,000 units in less than 5 years, despite being comfortably over twice the price of the most expensive DS, the C6 figures are very disappointing. I do like the C6 and, in part, I’d say the poor sales reflect as badly on the unimaginative, pack-like behaviour of punters as on any shortcomings of the car. However, the suspension of relatively recent hydractive Citroens is confusing. You would think it would be far more feasible to sensitively control a wide range of ride and handling set-ups using hydraulic valves, sensors and electronics, than it would on conventionally sprung cars. Yet the results don’t seem to bear that out. I’m sure Citroen’s current engineers are skilled, but they need a brief from people who have some passion or insight in the field, which I suspect has been long lacking at PSA. Both the modern Citroen and the modern Lancia seem like fuzzy interpretations of their forebears, created from a third generation template where essential details have been lost in each transcription. A bit like Liam Gallagher thinking he was John Lennon.

As a long-term fan of Lancia ( some of my first toy cars were Stratos and lovely safari-type Fulvia ), and other quirky and unusual cars, I was rather surprised to get a chance to use a Thesis 2.4 petrol manual for a month. It did 25,000km in five years, as a fifth car in a family, and still had that new car smell. I did 600km during that month, mostly on highway and I must admit my impressions are somewhat mixed. Considering that it came in same body colour-interior colour/material combination as our Peugeot 406 SVDT 2.1, a comparison was almost inevitable. For starters, engine somewhat lacked low-down torque to move such a heavy car, front seats didn’t suit me at all (but, I do have strange proportions and rarely find a car seat that fits me…) and it didn’t really feel more luxurious than 406. (disclaimer: I do hate modern interiors, that try to look upmarket with fake aluminum, fake wood, fake carbon…I prefer old Jag interiors. In fact, I actually made a wood veneer inserts for my Yugo, however pointless that may seem 🙂 ) Back to Thesis…it felt slightly cumbersome, perhaps even too large (and I used to drive Sprinter van, so big vehicles don’t scare me!), never really feeling any benefit of that famous Skyhook suspension.(wasn’t even sure if it had been there at all!?!). It had standard wheels (could have been 16′, don’t really remember…but sidewalls were tall than car in this test:) ) Again, 406 felt light, darty, compliant, much smaller by comparison. Bells and whistles were there, and worked fine, but novelty worn off after first 200km. After that, I was mostly focused on 6-speed gearbox (first time I used it,… so after first downshift from sixth to third, luckily at really low speed, I took extra precaution not to repeat same mistake again! ) and just taking extra care not to put a scratch on it. Funny coincidence – this car came to me as I was considering my next car purchase, so by using top-spec Thesis (are there any other!?!:) ), I was actually able to learn what gadgets and options I could live without 🙂 But every one that took a ride with me was very impressed, in fact so much that few people said it would be perfect wedding limo! And that about sums it up – it’s great car for passengers (without low profile tyres, of course:) ), but driver may feel somewhat dissapointed. After 406, it didn’t feel nothing special to drive…

The 406 is a hard car to beat. I know it well. The size is perfect and it is remarkably smooth. The seating for the driver and passengers is superb. Following that, the Thesis is bulky and remote. My feeling is that Lancia should have made a smaller, C-D class car like the 406 and matched its driving character. It would have been more affordable and a novelty in a less status-conscious sector. A V6 406 does everything a Thesis does but is more wieldy.

We do agree! Except I didn’t like 406 leather seats at all and that famous electronic gas pedal…but other than that, it was excellent (ok, reliability of our particular version notwithstanding…) However, having been invited as a long-term 406 owner to the test of facelifted, 2.0 HDI model, I was quite surprised its controls felt quite heavy comparing to our car. Like they tried to make it more sporty, tighter, harder…really, I believe it was unnecessary.

Hello to Pistonheads visitors- March 15th

I have no experience of the Thesis short of seeing one parked in Florence one time. My initial thoughts were that it certainly was more impressive in the flesh than in any photographs. Having owned and driven a Trevi and a Thema I am well accustomed to Lancia’s engineering foibles and understated elegance. It has always been my opinion that to buy a Lancia one must first be willing and capable of thinking outside the box. The Thesis has refinements that go unnoticed by the vast majority of the public. I would be happy to own one but for it’s non availability in right hand drive. It’s a pity that car design has slowly followed the white goods route where cost and performance greatly overshadow individuality. The Thesis should be applauded for what it is, a unmistakably uncompromisingly overly designed car.

Thanks for stopping by Fintan. It has occurred to me that (as far as I can recall) I have never seen a Thesis in the wild. I suspect they look a good deal more imposing than they do in static photography. Nevertheless, it remains a car I’d like to drive (or travel in) more than admire from afar.

A question: As a (former?) Trevi and Thema owner, are you inclined to view the Thesis as less or more of a Lancia than the duo you have owned – or is that an unfair question?

I enjoyed your review. Yes, there’s something wrong with the Thesis.

You miss out the Kappa, two of which I’ve had so far. Utterly reliable — unlike all French cars — ask your friendly breakdown wagon driver, he knows. And I have memory heated seats, and a C-post reading light and fag lighter terminal accessible for rear passengers. And rear screen sunblinds but you have to fiddle them up manually. The boot’s 500 litres, in a car appreciably shorter and narrower than Thesis. I grant we have plastic wood. Hardly marketed, as Fiat “luxed up” Alfa’s bigger model, whose 3.0 V6 is much the same as mine. Kappa has smoothish ride, but many are as good or better. Would love Skyhook, which works on the Maserati. The Kappa estate has self-levelling rear suspension, at £400 a pop to replace, and clever storage layout in the back.

And as for the Kappa coupé, that’s a superior car with its SWB still allowing the 500L boot, and prices hold up — I can get a cheaper Thesis. The 2.0L turbo engine is still the fastest regular production Lancia ever, in either 12v or 24v. And the window comes down a bit for opening/closing the doors. But now I’ve seen a BMW X-whatever number which opens your door a couple of inches on remote unlocking.

In the flesh Thesis looks a lot better, maybe because you can’t easily take in all its ungainly bulk in one view. And have chatted to owners, who do huge mileages happily. Doesn’t self-park, like some Deltas –which has been another expensive mistake with a disproportionately long wheebase. The only success they’ve had is little Elefantino, nice at a price.

Part of the problem is political: Italian statesmen must have an Italian conveyance, so it’s longer inside than it would otherwise need to be. And they rarely need to go fast, so it doesn’t matter that Thesis is woefully under-engined for actual owner drivers. The lack of ostentation has often been a Lancia feature: remember the lovely 2000, a miniature Rolls of its time.

Now all surpassed by the XF, beating all the pretentious characterless Germans.

Don’t knock the Safrane Baccara, a gem. But then I thought Vel Satis was fun too.

Thanks for dropping by. We have a few Kappa articles here plus a Trevi test drive. I had a look at the Kappa as a used car but they are too old (my wife wants hundreds of airbags) and the three on sale here are a bit leggy. I have my eye on a Delta: it’s the right size and has a decent boot.

What’s wrong with the Delta’s wheelbase? It’s exactly what makes this car unique and gives it very elegant proportions. Not your everyday Golf-clone hatchback. The only thing you could criticize is that it’s placed right between the usual car segments which might have contributed to the difficulty of selling it. But as Richard says, for people who don’t need a saloon and want something slightly bigger it’s perfect.

The Delta is only 10 cm shorter than the Peugeot 406 and has the same luggage capacity. Cars after the 406/Laguna2/Mondeo2 got too big. It’s a distinctive car in a market of good but very similar products. The Golf/Focus/Astra trio are all good in (slightly) different ways. There’s no mistaking a Delta for anything else, inside or out.

In many ways I think FCA suffers from Roveritis, which is to say that, while they have people in their ranks who are individually talented and work hard, management is fundamentally an inept cancer that continually enables a deep-seated culture of close-enough-is-good-enough. The truth is that FCA is simply not a serious company in the way that a Toyota or BMW are. The Delta, in fact, is a good case in point. I think the styling has held up well – it was an influential design for its class and considering the constraints put on the design team, that is no mean feat. But the devil is in the detail.

Somewhere on one or another of my hard drives I have a handful of photos that neatly encapsulate the Delta’s fate. They are from the Geneva 2008 launch, which was quite a ritzy affair with, from memory, five Deltas on hand (and nothing else from the range in sight, to fully emphasise the Delta’s importance). Three were decked out in white, two in black. The photos focus on the area just below the tip of the grille’s V. On at least two of the white cars, rivulets caused by running paint are very clearly visible. It’s not very evident in the below photo (the clearest I could find on the web), but you can see, just offset to the left from the ridge that runs down from the bottom of the V, the dried-up ball of paint above the lower intake:

http://images.car.bauercdn.com/upload/8673/images/01lanciadeltapostpone.jpg

This might seem like a small thing. But in fact, it was a big thing, because it speaks to the seriousness of the whole enterprise. If you are that slapdash about the quality of the cars that are supposedly relaunching the brand and being gone over by most of the world’s motoring press, how serious are you going to be about production cars? The Delta was not an especially cheap car at launch, but the detailing simply didn’t support the price point, because the budget was simply not made available for it. It’s one of those cars that looks worse the closer you get, because things like the grille and doorhandles look like the cheaply-made plastic pieces they are. It’s a shame, really, but almost duty-bound to be that way, because it is the inevitable result when management is utterly committed to, and only to, facilitating PowerPoint presentations and balancing account ledgers.

Oh dear. I am considering buying one.

I wouldn’t; still overpriced. I was dead keen on this before launch, but disappointed the more I got to see of the cars. Its best feature seemed to be you could stand up with your head out of the sunroof and let it park itself. But that, and almost everything else you might have wanted rather more, is an expensive option. I think this applied to the sliding rear seats which I’d have found a boon on two-person long tours.

What really got me, apart from cheap materials described by previous poster, was that the wheelbase was too long for decent handling. I kow you can say it was good to get away from the rigid segment definitions, but it doesn’t really work with today’s herd mentality. There was a time when Lancia could go against this with flair — no longer.

But today’s news may mean the Chinese will buy Fiat-Chrysler (will Trump allow?) so I’ll be having to buy spares now in case the supply dries up completely.

Hello Vic: thanks for the insight. The Kappa is one of my preferred choices. However, I am not the only user and have to compromise. The reviewers were happy with the car´s materials. I am not *very* concerned about handling as the car is to be driven in Denmark where it´s all about rigorously enforced speed limits. I drive on cruise control most of the time. I like the long wheelbase in that it affords a lot of rear leg room, something I set a high price on.

Richard, I’ve driven in Denmark too. I’m not really happy recommending a Kappa for you as I don’t think it would be v economical in that environment. (I never drive diesels.) You’d have to fit your own cruise control: I’ve never seen a Kappa with it. Lybra might work, but is rare. Has more modern suspension, probably enough airbags — just maybe enough rear legroom. Boot not vast. Oh, and I always choose a car after ensuring I have a mechanic close enough to service/fix it.

Let me know what you think of Lybra idea — afraid I don’t have time to check now.

Some Kappas have all the airbags, maybe only 2000 year Coupés, which will cost a bit for low mileage — they were so good people did use them a lot. But it’s a bigger car.

I looked into the Lybra. There is a leggy one for sale in Kolding. It’s been on sale for months. The rear legroom is disappointing, I have to say. Otherwise a pretty decent car. There are no saloons – the Kolding car is an estate. Life would be easier if I could buy a car from outside Denmark without the mystery of the import (“registration fee”) tax. With all that in mind, the Delta is available, not too high a mileage, spacious and nigh on unique, airbagged. Bloody expensive too.

Richard, first I don’t understand yr import problem: thought DK in the EU, no? What price and year a possible Lybra in, say, Germany/Poland? And what price and yr DK Delta ? Lybra legroom depends on how far front seats are set back, of course. Most factory pix set them right back to give attractive spacious front cabin look! Best go and play with one.

After looking more into Lybra, I might swap out of my Kappa for one — not too expensive here in France, more manouvrable as I age, and an auto box, but only on 2.0L when 1.8 would probably do me. Saloon far better rigid structure than SW. Has to be LX: base model a bit mean.

The import “problem” is twofold. One, there are hard-to-fathom registration fees when the car arrives in Denmark and secondly, domestically, my Danish wife has a very, very strong preference for a locally bought car as opposed to one from outside Denmark (which is in the EU). The Delta I have my eye on is correctly priced for the local market: a huge, huge sum of money which is €8000 plus the Danish registration “tax”. Seriously, don´t ask. It´s a frightener. I will be looking at the car tomorrow.

By the way, are you part of a Lancia forum as well?

A quick look at Lybras wíth under 70,000 km shows them to be a) marvellous as saloons b) rare and c) all in Italy which is domestically a complete no-go. But €3000 gets one a very tidy dark saloon with a tan hide interior. What a lovely car. Sadly, I think I can write that idea off. I notice low mileage Kappas are still worth a lot. The market has belatedly discovered what excellent cars they are.

While I admire your wife’s preference for supporting local Danish enterprises, I’m not sure you’ll be spending enough for the actual financial benefit to them to be very much. There are probably enough Lybras in nearby Holland and Germany to get an idea if it’s the model for you.

I’m not knowingly on other car forums; used to do Viva Lancia! years ago.

Low mileage Kappas are rare, and usually coupés and as you say, holding or increasing prices; mine is a very rare 6ok km berlina, ordered for an Italian mega corp director. True to tax-avoiding stereotype, they got a base model, then loaded it with nearly every extra to get an LX spec without paying the extra tax for it! So I paid a lot for what was a 15-year-old car that looks like a slug, but has complete and comprehensive history. Probably wouldn’t get now what I paid; don’t mind; does what I got it for. [Those stainless window trims can be carefully moved to the right place wearing thick rubber gloves. I’ve seen them on Passats, too, also out of alignment!]

The auto box is “intelligent” — remembers how you’ve driven and constantly updates to what you’re doing now. Love it. Lybra has that too, but adds another option, switching to fully manual too.

Going back to Thesis, which was where I came into your nice site, if they’d just scaled up Lybra to limo size and added Skyhook it would have done far better. Both used input from the Dialogos concept.

Danes are highly risk averse. Buying “abroad” is seen as risky. That, rather than a concern for the economy, drives the preference. The Lancia range needed a car between the Lybra and Thesis: I suppose Lancia thought an image-building large car was the way to go.

Apropros of nothing, I was recently in Belgrade and Lybras (especially SWs) seem to be popular amongst the taxi brigade there.

On the topic at hand, the thing about the Delta is this. It will fit the ‘modern car’ parameters that satisfy your wife much better than even the Lybra and especially the Kappa – it has cruise, is much safer, and so on. As a modern, practical, conventional car with a lot of legroom and a bit of distinctiveness, it’s a perfectly reasonable choice. But with that said, it won’t feel as distinctive as a Kappa or a Lybra, because the engineering freedoms simply weren’t allowed to drag it too far away from a Bravo. I quite like the Bravo so this isn’t really a criticism from my side of the ledger. But it is something to be aware of nonetheless. In any case, my point about the launch cars was more about highlighting management more than engineering incompetence – it is literally impossible to imagine Piech allowing something like this to occur.

I would note that regarding reviewers’ impressions of materials, you might notice they tended to go out of their way to point out how nice the seats are etc etc, usually adding an addendum like, “which means you don’t notice the dashboard plastics”. In truth, actually, for me it is not really the plastic quality so much as the chosen treatment that I don’t care for – the silver-spray radio/infotainment slab on most models I personally find pretty unsightly. There is a piano black finish on expensive ones that makes a world of difference, but I’m going to guess they sold approximately none of these in Denmark, and any that may exist are prohibitively expensive. The cheap materials on the outside, I would say much the same about. As the reviews of Skodas and Hyundais from the 1980s would say, they get the job done. But they just look and feel cheap, and in that way, they undermine the pleasure I take in the car. If you can live with that, though, it sounds like a good car for your requirements.

Today I viewed the Delta. Report to follow.

You do not have to master marketing to know that the unconventional design of the headlights was reason enough for plenty of potential customers not to buy the car. You simply not succeed in selling this kind of refinement to mass customers. Ask at VW how well they’ve understood this and why the VW Golf is such a success. This said, the beautiful front design would be one of the main reasons I’d buy a car that would set me apart from everything else on the streets. But as we know also most of customers which can afford this sort of car do not want to stand out too much from their peers driving around in boring Mercs and BMs..

For someone with a design background I ought to be able to spot that about the lamps. I don´t see the problem there but in the proportions and the bland centre.

I must say that I find the Thesis fascinating and lovely, in many respects, but I have problems ‘seeing’ the front.

I have to study it each time I see it to work out the angles involved, especially of the area that surrounds the grille. Also, at a glance, it looks as though it doesn’t have a bumper or anything to ‘bring it to a conclusion’ at the front.

Finally, the lights strike me as being relatively small and very much at the edges. All of this might be wrong, but it’s the way I see it and I have similar difficulties with the Ford Scorpio. It’s not an ugly design, exactly, but there’s something disturbing about it.

Am I reading too much into the shape of those headlamps, or are they intended to look a little like the Lancia badge, from a high (standing adult) viewing angle?

Hello Daniel – could be. One would have to look at the blurb for the Thesis / Dialogos concept, possibly. By the way, I came across these concepts – I hadn’t seen them before.

http://www.conceptcar.ee/conceptcars/106-lancia/6264-lancia-thesis-prototypes.html

Those concept pictures are fascinating. I like the one on the left quite a lot. It’s interesting to note that the middle concept has much better flanks than the production car.

Well here i am, replying on an ancient article on a car i intend to buy. Driven by a subconsious alarm that tells me not to. I want the car because it’s lush and luxurious, exotic in a way and it has a V6 engine, enough power and a faint charm about it that is impossible to describe. Also, i set my financial realm to around 3000 euro’s so there is not a whole lot to choose fromin this segment. Apart from it’s debated flaws and quirky looks that should withold me, i’m just wondering whether i am inclined to considder buying this machine. There’s just something that stands out from the other cars that fit this bill..something that lures me in. Maybe this is my car karma, wich has let me down once too often. Somebody: please discourage me (with arguments)!

Good morning Bas and welcome to Driven To Write. I’m afraid you’ve come to the wrong place if you wish to be discouraged from buying a Lancia of any sort! The Thesis would be a lovely modern classic to own, quietly elegant and understated (unlike almost all current cars). Go for it!

Always bear in mind that the cost of keeping such a car on the road is not depending on the purchase price but on the class of car and that Lancias are particularly expensive to maintain because their spare partes are exceptionally expensive if you can get them. The biggest problem with all cars from the Fiat emporium is spare parts availability. For cars like Thesis, 166 or 916 there is literally nothing you can buy at a Fiat dealer. With luck you get wiper blades and brake pads but that’s all. No body parts and only very few mechanical spares are avilable. Last summer I searched five weeks for a used cambelt cover to replace a cracked one on an Alfa 916 and a Thesis surely isn’t any better. The Alfa V6 is an expensive engine to run and to maintain. Driven hard it has a tendency to drink. You probably never will see better than ten litres per 100 km, inner city driving will be between 13 and 16 litres per 100 km and fast autobahn driving will nearly invariably be beyond 20 litres and beyond. It then also consumes some oil. The V6 needs seven litres of fully synthetic 10W-60 oil every 20.000 kms and you should not go for cheap oil if you want your engine to last. Follow the old Alfa buyers’ recommendatoin and let the owner start the test drive – make sure he is warming it up properly for at least 20 kilometres before he uses it hard. If not, walk away. Maintained and driven properly, the engine will last for 250.000 kms and a bit more which is quite respectable regarding the leaden right foot of the majority of Alfa owners. An Alfa engine overhaul is expensive and definitely not a job for the faint hearted or the inexperienced. Cambelt replacement is recommended every 60.000 kms and should not be pushed beyond 80.000 kms and is a more than 1.000 € job. Look at the service bills to check that. A properly maintained Alfa V6 can provide a lot of fun, a badly maintained one can (and will) become a pig.

I’m an old Italian car nut myself but I wouldn’t do it, at least not at the price level you are looking at. The risk is far too high to buy a car with a significant servicing ‘backlog’ that would become an object of endless money spending. The non-availability of any spare parts also would prevent me from buying such a car.

I can only agree with Dave’s comments. Especially his comment about the budget. With a vehicle at this price level, a significant servicing ‘backlog’ is definitely to be expected. Due to the non-availability of spare parts outlined by Dave – and to be a bit flowery, he was only describing the door handle of the “gate to hell” – a expensive car is the better car in any case.

Should you find a vehicle of your choice and all is well, rest assured I am already envious.

Sorry but I can´t discourage you with any factual reasons to avoid the Thesis. It´s comfortable, elegant, pleasant to drive and distinctive. The rear seating will win friends with your family and acquaintances. The only downside is the silly glove compartment and the tiny ash-tray.

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In 2002 with the Thesis, Lancia launched a valid attempt to return once again to the place it rightly deserved in the annuals of the automobile. The endeavour was inaugurated through a new flagship concept that offered a brave and very astute mix of the past and present and encompassed the celebrated legacy of the Turin brand.

The idea first came to light in 1998 at the Turin Motor Show where a concept called Dialogos was revealed, a semi-final prototype of a three-volume sedan with suicide doors and advanced technological components. The Dialogos was warmly received and a large investment was approved to put it into production. Surprisingly, in 2000, a version appeared for Pope John Paul II, which was given the name “Giubileo” (Jubilee).

At its presentation, in 2002, it was clear how Mike Robinson, chief designer at Lancia, wished to combine the stylistic features of the past with more decisive, contemporary touches; the nose that featured a large Lancia radiator grille, the diamond-shaped headlights and the soft fenders were reminiscent of the Aurelia, while at the rear those characteristically thin and innovative LED lights that look like slender fins, recall the Flaminia. The Thesis heralded a new stylistic language that was balanced by the opulent classicism of the interior. A language that was difficult to understand as history would sadly go on to confirm. The Thesis had the difficult task of repositioning the brand and bringing it back to international markets where Lancia had been absent since the early nineties after the Lancia K debacle.

A promise it was unable to fulfil as only 16,000 examples were produced. The rarity that followed, especially for the top-of-the-range versions powered by a 215bhp 3.0 V6 or the 230bhp 3.2 V6, both petrol engines sourced from Alfa Romeo and designed by Giuseppe Busso, makes it a somewhat inexpensive future classic worth betting on.

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2001-2009 Lancia Thesis Designed by: Michael Vernon Robinson at Centro Stile Lancia. Interior design Flavio  Manzoni. Tipo 841 Number made: 16,718 approx.

First VIN ZLA84100000000997 Vehicle: 00000015 Prod. date: 20/2/2001

Last VIN ZLA84100000018789 Vehicle: 00016718 Prod. date: 10/3/2009

Concepts and prototypes:

https://www.collectorcarads.com/Lancia-Stola-S85/59164

“only 3 cars built” (One for Pope was the Giubileo not Stola)

Limited Editions:

‘Bicolore’ or ‘Unique’ 2004.

Thesis ‘Bicolore’ for sale on Autoscout24

Centenario Elegante ‘Premier’ (2006-2007) For 2006 and  2007 Venice Film Festival. 20-40 made. 115.599.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO ELEGANTE 401 Rosso Vienna Black centre console tunnel sides and carpets 4J1 ‘bicolore’ option code (Grigio Palladio and Grigio Alfieri) flagpoles on front mudguards https://www.thesisclub.it/?page_id=67

Centenario Elegante, 100th anniversary (2006). Silver-grey two tone, red leather or Rossini grey-brown two tone, Cuoio Havana leather 115.599.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO ELEGANTE 401 Rosso Vienna 4J1 ‘bicolore’ option code (Grigio Palladio and Grigio Alfieri) Black centre console tunnel sides and carpets

Thesis Centenario Sportiva for sale on Autoscout24

Centenario Sportiva, 100th anniversary (2006). Black or Silver, red leather. 115.499.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO SPORTIVA 401 Rosso Vienna Grigio Palladio or Nero Donatello Black centre console tunnel sides and carpets

S.T. Dupont , french market (2007). 115.599.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO ELEGANTE 690A Grigio Rossini Met. 495 Cuoio Havana Poltrona Frau Black centre console tunnel sides and carpets

Limited Edition 2007 115.599.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO ELEGANTE 690A Grigio Rossini Met. 495 Cuoio Havana Poltrona Frau Black centre console tunnel sides and carpets

Versions 115.265.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 10V C.M. 6M ALLESTIMENTO AZIENDE 115.363.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 5C 20V 175CV 120KW C.M. F40 EXECUTIVE 115.363.0.1 – 2.4 JTD 5C 20V 163CV 129KW C.M. F40 EX-DEPOTENZIATO 115.364.0.0 – 2.4 BZ. 5C 20V C.M. LS 115.365.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 10V C.M. 6M LS 115.368.0.0 – 2.0 TB.BZ. SOFT 6M LS 115.372.0.0 – 3.2 BZ. V6 24V CAE CF4 LS 115.373.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 120KW CAE EXECUTIVE 115.373.0.1 – 2.4 JTD 20V 163CV 120KW CAE EXECUTIVE-DEPOTENZIATO 115.374.0.0 – 2.4 BZ 20V C.A. AISIN LS E3 170CV 115.376.0.0 – 3.0 BZ. V6 24V CAE LS 115.379.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE EXECUTIVE 115.463.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 5C 20V 175CV 120KW C.M. F40 EMBLEMA 115.463.0.1 – 2.4JTD 5C 20V 163CV 120KW C.M. F40 EMBLEMA-DEPOTENZIATO 115.464.0.0 – 2.4 BZ. 5C 20V C.M. LX 115.465.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 10V C.M. 6M LX 115.468.0.0 – 2.0 TB.BZ. SOFT 6M LX 115.472.0.0 – 3.2 BZ V6 24V CAE. CF4 LX 115.473.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 120KW CAE EMBLEMA 115.473.0.1 – 2.4 JTD 20V 163CV 120KW CAE EMBLEMA-DEPOTENZIATO 115.474.0.0 – 2.4 BZ 20V CA. AISIN LX E3 170CV 115.476.0.0 – 3.0 BZ. V6 24V CAE LX 115.479.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE EMBLEMA 115.499.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO SPORTIVA 115.599.0.0 – 2.4 JTD 20V 175CV 129KW E4 CAE S.S. CENTENARIO ELEGANTE 115.772.0.0 – 3.2 BZ. V6 24V CAE CF4 BLINDATA B4K – 5POSTI 115.872.0.0 – 3.2 BZ V6 24V CAE CF4 BLINDATA B4-5POSTI 115.876.0.0 – 3.0 BZ. V6 24V CAE BLINDATA B4 115.972.0.0 – 3.2 BZ V6 24V CAE CF4 BLINDATA B6-5POSTI 115.976.0.0 – 3.0 BZ. V6 24V CAE BLINDATA B6

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Lancia at the 67th Turin International Motor Show, 20 April 1998

https://www.lanciapress.com/press/article/2927

Dialogos: see and touch the future Lancia shows us the future of élite motoring at the Turin Motor Show. An imminent future, destined to take shape on the next models produced by the brand. Lancia has decided to show us the future instead of tell us about it: all the innovations can be seen and touched on the stand. They are all packed into a concept car, which has been named the Lancia Dialogos. The name describes a car able to receive signals and decode them. To adapt to changing user characteristics and requirements, to set up a new, different dialogue and relationship between man and machine. This is the philosophy behind the ‘biodynamic car’. Its aim is to update Lancia’s original mission – to build prestigious, distinguished, comfortable cars – for the new millennium. Not merely a vehicle to be driven, but a place to live. A space where material is used to ensure wellbeing and good looks. A passenger compartment conceived as an ideal microclimate and living room where one is free to enjoy stress-free driving. Dialogos is the result of taking Lancia’s extraordinary heritage to the next logical stage. To explore future worlds, where technology makes every dream come true. We chose to limit ourselves to solutions which will really be applied to standard production cars: solutions that meet new yet stringent design criteria. The car admired by visitors to the Lancia stand is a paradox: it takes its inspiration from tradition yet points to the future. The result is a big, five-metre long deluxe car with retro hints: high front, long bonnet, upturned wedge-shaped profile. These hints are immediately denied by an interplay of smooth curves and rounded edges, that speaks a completely new and appealing stylistic language. The Dialogos immediately opens its doors to passengers approaching with their personal Ego Cards in hand. The doors open book-fashion as on the Aurelia and Appia; the technology required to design a car without a central pillar but still able to pass today’s severe crash tests can only be imagined. Through the doors lies a roomy, comfortable and relaxing lounge. After all, the ideal of every journey is to feel at home, surrounded by an environment we like, among things arranged the way we want them. So the front seats turn outward through 90° to allow the driver and passenger to sit down, before returning to their original position. The car recognises people by means of their Ego Card personal keys and adapts to their habits, life styles and driving styles: left hand drive or right hand drive, steering wheel and pedal unit, climate control, light distribution and intensity – and sound. Conventional seats have been replaced by armchairs. These mould themselves around the body. Ventilation and lighting of the preferred colour and intensity are diffused through breathable trim. As we wallow in an environment of wrap-around, continuous forms, our senses are soothed by wood that is soft to the touch, chamois leather, cashmere and relaxing images from three screens on a facia. Yet the facia is not in the normal place, but tucked away at the bottom where it cannot get in the way. Now all we have to do is insert our Ego Card in its slot and press to start the car. The car interior lights up by itself (a little touch of magic). Information on the screens and the cruise control is controlled by a joystick similar to a TV remote control. The car also reacts dynamically according to the preferences of the driver: suspension setting, drive torque distribution over both axles, degree of oversteer etc. An anticollision radar is in operation and hidden TV cameras ensure a perfect 180° rear view with no blind spots. The headlamps automatically adapt light beam intensity to external conditions. When the car stops, the front seats can be turned through 180° so that the passengers can chat or work face to face. Screens and keyboards, minibar, table and document holders can appear at will from the clean, uncluttered lines of the interior. All this and more make up the Dialogos. Before we go on, it is worth considering the principles that inspired the designers responsible for Lancia’s concept car.

A new relationship with the car This élite car for the third millennium will overturn a commonly held misconception: that wealth means owning flashy, costly items. In today’s society (and this will be even more true in tomorrow’s world), true luxury means no obstacles to the satisfaction of one’s desires and needs. This means doors swinging open at our approach and nothing standing in the way of our communication with technology. Be it navigator, radio, climate control system or screen, we should not have to adapt to the way it works. Instead the instrument interface should adapt to us. This also means being able to live in an environment attuned to our current mood, that allows us to experience a new type of comfort. Wellbeing based on sensory oneness, perceived in an environment where objects have not been designed for appearance alone, but also for the way they feel, sound, smell and – naturally – the way they look. The Lancia designers undertook the far from easy task of designing something intangible: i.e. the quality of the relationship between man and car, the sensation of motoring and the aesthetics of sound, smell and touch. This new soft revolution is not based on hard technology as in the past (a case in point was the 1922 Lambda with its impressive total of seven world patents) but still radically changes our experience of the car. The result is the Dialogos, a car capable of discreetly serving its user and re-interpreting age-old Lancia precepts for a new age: dynamic design, advanced technology, the quest for absolutely élite comfort and sophisticated solutions. The thing that counts on Lancia’s concept car is the new relationship offered by a ‘biodynamic car’. The opportunity to live in an environment that is simultaneously ideal microclimate and living room while also offering a stress-free drive. The body that the Lancia Style Centre has dreamed up for this paragon contains frequent references to the past and pointers to the future. It embodies the concept of an evolving tradition.

A timeless sculpture The external styling of the Dialogos speaks for itself. It is patently the result of a profound rethinking of Lancia traditions to cater for the future tastes and needs of the most sophisticated and demanding customers. The mighty yet fluid and stylish front end draws inspiration from classic themes. As on the Lambda, its flat straight grille is a true radiator. The styling rejects the idea of a wedge attacking the asphalt in favour of an upturned wedge shape. The front box, with its long high bonnet, draws the rest of the car behind it and the passenger compartment is shifted backward with the boot almost an appendage. The body lines are long: soft lines swoop and turn without apparent effort. The shape is square, but this is no soap-dish. A careful use of rounded edges mixed with smoother sections produces a stylistic language that is unusual, but also well-proportioned and continuous. Shield-shaped rims (19″) and tyres with a specially-designed tread ensure style and practicality. Adaptive headlamps lit indirectly from a concealed source look like diamonds. They seem so clear and bright, then suddenly break down into a myriad of facets. This magical lighting system is repeated by the rear neon lights. All exterior elements that could make the car look too visually busy (handles, door mirrors, wipers and aerials) have disappeared. The Dialogos looks for all the world like a sculpture. This impression is accentuated by the fact that divisions between panels have been minimised and the central pillar is apparently missing. The colour of the windows (there is apparently only one) is very similar to the incredible blue of the body. Yet this impenetrable object suddenly opens out into a roomy lounge with linear, simple lines, based on classic international furnishing standards. The front armchairs are supported by a sturdy central mount but look as though they are hanging in the air. Their head-restraints and armrests look like cushions thrown artfully onto a sofa at home. The extended, continuous interior surfaces disseminate air, light and sound. Compartments and spaces are present, but hidden, waiting to open when needed. Your trip into the conveniences of the third millennium begins here. Lancia’s concept car is designed in accordance with three main guiding principles: the car as ideal microclimate, the car as living room and stress-free driving.

Life in an ideal microclimate Imagine an ideal microclimate where all climatic, acoustic, visual and even olfactory conditions transmit pleasant, protective, healthy and relaxing sensations. This is the Dialogos’s passenger compartment. Air quality and distribution, lighting, protection and ergonomic comfort are all finely tuned to produce non-aggressive, silent climate control. These results have been achieved by doing away with all intrusive or bulky items and the Top Climate System has been created. This system considers all aspects of the on-board climate. It controls the temperature of all breathable interior walls and also cleanses and deodorises the air by means of regenerable active carbon filters. Air does not circulate in this system. Instead, an atmosphere diffuses through extensive breathable surfaces such as the walls and roof panel. Air is finely distributed through micropores in the trim materials to keep passenger compartment temperature constant. Because there are no outlets, fan speed and noise is reduced for an overall increase in efficiency. The system also allows passengers to adjust heating to their own requirements. Four customised microclimates are created by measuring perceived heat by means of detectors fitted in the seats. The system also measures external temperature, humidity and pollution conditions. Once all data have been processed, ideal conditions can be created. Passengers use their own joysticks to adjust their microclimates to individual taste. The on-board computer stores the data, which may then be called up quickly when required. In a word, the Top Climate System can pick up on the current mood and use its many sensors to envelop each passenger in a beneficial, healthy cocoon at just the right temperature. These conditions can be customised and memorised. The diffuse lighting inside the ideal microclimate is made up of different shades. All of these are warm and designed to reflect a home-like atmosphere. They offer the colour and brightness best suited to different situations and occasions. The materials and components inside the passenger compartment have been chosen to meet the needs of superior quality of life on board. They are good to look at and good to touch. The seats are trimmed with nabuk, a soft, fluffed leather similar to chamois. The roof is trimmed with a wool blend cloth and silk. The facia, squab backs and flaps are in soft wood. This material consists of a film of real wood bonded to a layer of resin and foam. It is soft to the touch, deformable (it bends when the doors are opened and yields to the pressure of a finger) and combines attributes of safety with a sensation of naturalness and warmth.

A living room with wheels The environment on board the ‘biodynamic car’ is spacious, comfortable and relaxing. Every part is made out of top-quality material and chosen with care to express sophisticated unfussy taste. The space is flexible because it can be converted at will into a passenger compartment where one can travel in the greatest imaginable comfort, a lounge for conversation, a place of entertainment with the option of listening to good music or watching a video, or even a place for study and work. To get into Lancia’s concept car, simply approach with your Ego Card. This personal key automatically manages various functions and also stores the characteristics of its user. The front doors open, the car is raised or lowered to suit the driver’s height and the seat swivels outward to allow you to get in. Once sitting down, the seat moves back in and round into the driving position. The doors now close automatically. The front armchairs can carry out 12 different movements (automatically controlled) and form a single sofa when placed together, which configures itself to suit the form and sitting position of its occupants. The configuration is stored for subsequent use but may be changed – to suit a new passenger, for example. The seat squab back is covered in soft wood and the edge is finished in heartwood. The head-restraints and armrests are made out of constant thickness cushions. The whole front bench may be turned through 180°. This action converts the passenger compartment into a comfortable lounge, ideal for a tête à tête conversation with back seat passengers. A display with a double 14-inch screen can be removed from a service compartment in the middle of the back seat. The back seat is also fitted with a socket for a personal mobile phone, while the head-restraint is fitted with headphones for listening to music. Simply lean back to listen to the sound. Back seat passengers can also remove an infra-red keypad from a housing in the door in order to interact with the on-board computer. The door panels are also sophisticated and refined. Nabuk is abundantly in evidence and the oddments compartments are made out of deformable material covered in soft wood. The light, air and sound dissemination areas are covered in clear, breathable metal cloth. The bar compartment is located on the left rear panel. It is closed by a flap – unhinged, because this too is made out of soft, deformable wood. A small table is available in the area at the rear on the left. Luxury, yes, but without ostentation. Innovation, certainly, but with precise references to timeless values. Flexibility to the widest range of needs and great functionality. Ultimately the most gratifying way of experiencing life on board a car.

Stress-free driving: a dream come true A car designed for stress-free driving must be able to anticipate motorists’ needs. It must be able to adapt to their habits and – why not – to their mood and also to current situations. Lancia opted for a high level of automation to fulfil these functions. The car features a man-machine interface system, a sort of on-board assistant that sees to everything. With the gearbox, handbrake and stalk unit done away with, car use is simplified to the greatest degree. This is also helped by the use of vocal commands. The system provides useful information to the driver and puts the driver at ease by customising certain functions. The system ensures a high degree of safety. Both driver and passenger enjoy full control of the car for complete physical and mental wellbeing. In practice, this means that the steering column is located in the middle when at rest to allow the driver to get into the car. Because it is hinged at the base, it can be driven equally well on the left or on the right. The instrument panel moves to accommodate the change and can be reconfigured. The steering wheel is fitted with a set of buttons to control turn signals, hazard warning flashers, horn, semi-automatic transmission functions and the voice function, which activates vocal commands. A big panel made up of three 13.8 inch liquid crystal displays and two cards with gauges and warning lights is located in place of the facia and the conventional instruments and controls beneath the windscreen. Side display functions are reversible, according to whether the car is being driven from the left or right. The driver’s screen is reserved for the instruments and controls, while the passenger’s screen is devoted to navigation, seat and climate control system controls, radio, hands-free phone and check functions. The central monitor is used for seeing behind the car to eliminate blind spots. The screen is controlled by a joystick with two buttons for scrolling through the main options and a confirmation key for moving within individual menus and activating the required function. The joystick is located between the front seats and is the main control terminal for on-board instruments and controls. Displays may be customised. The driver can select the language, graphics (analogue or digital), background colour, character size and is able to zoom in on a particular function. An on-board computer system with micro-TV camera and radar provides all information required for comprehensive monitoring of the road. The system explores the field of view inaccessible to the human eye and notifies the driver of overtaking vehicles. A TV camera ensures the car stays in lane. When the driver crosses the lane dividers unintentionally (e.g. due to loss of concentration or drowsiness), the steering wheel rim vibrates and an acoustic signal goes off as a warning. The adaptive cruise control system controls cruising speed and the safety distance from cars in front. In poor visibility conditions (fog, rain or snow), the anticollision radar is extremely useful. This warns of potentially dangerous obstacles in the car’s path that cannot be perceived by the human eye. To improve safety while driving at night, the Dialogos is fitted with self-adaptive headlamps. These owe their name to the fact that the beam changes direction, intensity, divergence and light distribution pattern according to car speed, type of road, the position of other cars (oncoming cars and cars in front) and atmospheric conditions. (fog, rain etc.). In the Dialogos’s headlamps, the light beam is also located beside the reflectors. This solution reduces glare experienced by other vehicles and allows effective control of the light beam. The transmission can work automatically or semi-automatically, but the controls do not get in the way of the area between the front seats. Driving options are selected with buttons on the steering wheel and associated messages are displayed on the car monitor. The system is self-learning, i.e. it stores the motorists driving style in about five minutes. For reversing manoeuvres, the driver needs to operate a lever switch located inside the central console. The tail-lights now come on and a TV camera projects an image on the monitor in front of the driver to make parking easier. The pedal unit may be located on the left or on the right and features only two controls: accelerator and brake. When unused, it becomes part of the floor and can be used as a footrest. The Dialogos is also fitted with rear footrests built into the back of the front seats. No handbrake lever is present. The brake is always on when the car is at a standstill and is released automatically when the car sets off. The mechanical components on this biodynamic concept car are also interesting. The front suspension is multilink with a virtual steering axis, while the rear suspension is also multilink. The transmission is robotised with an Ego-mode self-learning system. The active front suspension features a feeling management system – and a model reference monitoring and test system is also fitted. The main feature of the multilink suspension is its virtual steering axis. This is mapped by virtual rather than physical suspension points. The steering axis passes through the centre of the wheel. As a result, obstacles such as potholes or uneven surfaces cannot cause the wheel to vibrate or turn. This device ensures that steering is unaffected when the active differential applies different pulling forces to both half-axles to increase car stability. This suspension architecture also ensures high longitudinal stability and reduces vibrations from the road surface to improve car handling over all terrains. One of the most innovative features of the multilink rear suspension is its virtual pitch centre. When riding over an obstacle, the wheel moves back to reduce interference transmitted to the body and thus perceived vibrations. An elasto-kinematic toe-in system also significantly increases car stability when cornering. The robotised transmission is a conventional transmission fitted with an electro-hydraulic actuator. All functions normally managed by the driver (selection, engagement and release, clutch and throttle modulation) are controlled electronically. The system works automatically or semi-automatically. In the latter case, the driver changes gear by operating buttons on the steering wheel. This transmission is combined with an innovative Ego-mode system. This customises operation and adapts it to different service conditions. After a short learning period, when the driver works in semi-automatic mode, the system is able to recognise driving style and produce a customised map. This is then used automatically for different driving styles (sporty or touring) – or even on different cars equipped with the same system. The active front differential system (which should not be confused with a self-locking differential) is designed to improve pulling power and car stability. By modulating the pressures of two clutches in the active differential, the drive torque applied to the front wheels can be controlled differentially. When entering a bend, drive torque is transferred to the outer wheel in order to exploit car traction to the full and increase lateral hold. The active differential also acts as a dynamic stabilising element to compensate for skidding in emergency situations. The device also varies car response to controls applied to the steering wheel (typical of understeering). The differential therefore adjusts to different driving styles and driver tastes to make the car more docile – or alternatively more edgy and poised for action. As with the robotised transmission, feeling management maps are stored on the Ego Card. The sophisticated model reference monitoring and test system forecasts car behaviour and compares it continually with true behaviour as revealed by the on-board sensors. It is therefore possible to record environmental conditions (such as gradients or grip on the road) and diagnose any anomalies (e.g. tyre deflation) or the approach of extreme road grip conditions. All this information is transferred to control systems on the car (robotised transmission, active differential), which adapt to the situation in hand to ensure greater safety and better performance. The motorist is notified of anomalies by means of a display.

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Lancia Dialogos According to Lancia , the future of élite driving is called the Lancia Dialogos . This concept car, exhibited alongside the standard-production models, contains many retro hints: a high front, long bonnet, reverse wedge-shaped profile. But these are immediately countered by the interplay of soft curves and rounded corners that speaks a new and appealing language. The car’s name is a promise: to begin a new and different relationship between man and machine. The Lancia Dialogos marks the advent of a biodynamic car, i.e. a place to live and not merely a means of transport, a space where material is used to ensure wellbeing and not merely to improve appearance. Around driver and passengers is created all the practical and relaxing style of a living room but occupants also enjoy an ideal microclimate that ensures a stress-free drive. The journey toward comfort in the third millennium begins with the passenger compartment: this constitutes an ideal microclimate where all climatic, acoustic, lighting, visible and olfactory conditions transmit pleasant, protective, healthy and relaxing sensations. Such is the Dialogos interior. Air cleansed and deodorised by regenerable active carbon filters does not enter the car through ventilation outlets but through broad perforated surfaces in the interior trim. This system ensures a diffuse distribution of air. Sensors in the seats measure ‘thermal sensation’ while the Top Climate System records external temperature, humidity and pollution conditions to create ideal conditions inside the car. Every passenger is also free to control his or her own personal microclimate using a joystick. The diffuse lighting inside the ‘ideal microclimate’ features warm shades of different tonality and intensity, reminiscent of a home environment. The seats are upholstered in nabuk, a soft, smooth leather similar to suede. The roof is covered by a cashmere and silk mix cloth. The front panelling below the facia, seat squab backs and the low part of the flaps are trimmed with softwood, a film of real wood bonded to a layer of resin and foam. It is soft to the touch, deformable (e.g. it bends when the door is opened and yields to the pressure of a finger) and combines safety with sensations of naturalness and heat. To gain access to this roomy, comfortable and relaxing living room, simply approach the Lancia Dialogos with your Ego Card in your pocket (this personal card manages various functions automatically and stores its user’s characteristics). The front door opens immediately, the car moves up or down according to the height of the motorist and the seat turns moves outward to receive the driver. Once the driver is sitting down, the seat moves back in and the door closes automatically. All that is left to do is insert the Ego Card in its slot. The car recognises the driver and adapts to his or her habits: right or left hand drive, climate control and also light and sound distribution and intensity. The armchairs that replace conventional seats mould themselves to the body shape. The front armchairs can carry out twelve different movements (controlled automatically) and can be combined to form a single sofa that can be turned through 180º: in this way the passenger compartment can be converted to a comfortable living room, ideal for conversation. Screens and keyboards, minibars, tables and document compartments emerge from the clean, uncluttered interior as required. The rear armchairs come with a personal mobile phone socket, while the head-restraints contain earphones for listening to music. Simply tilt your head back to hear the sound. To start the car, you press the Ego Card. The Lancia Dialogos is easy to drive. The steering wheel is equipped with a series of buttons used to control the turn signals, hazard warning lights, horn, semi-automatic gearbox function and the voice function, which activates the voice-operated controls. The facia and traditional instruments beneath the windscreen are replaced by a big panel made up of three customisable liquid crystal screens: you are able to choose the language, graphic format (analogue or digital), background colour and character size). The side screens can be configured according to whether the car is driven on the left or right. The driver’s screen is reserved for instruments and controls while the passenger screen is devoted to an extensive menu that includes ‘navigation’ and controls for the seat, climate control system, radio, hands-free phone and check functions. The central monitor acts as a rear view mirror (it displays images recorded by a TV camera concealed in the back of the car). Information is controlled by a joystick similar to a home remote control unit positioned between the front seats. The on-board information system, complete with micro TV camera and radar, provides all the necessary information for continuous and comprehensive monitoring of the road. It explores the field of view inaccessible to the human eye and signals the presence of overtaking vehicles. It controls cruising speed and the safety distance from the car in front. If the driver crosses the lane dividers due to distraction or drowsiness, the system emits an acoustic signal to bring his attention back to the road. In poor visibility conditions (fog, rain or snow), it signals the presence of potentially dangerous obstacles in the car’s path that cannot be seen by the human eye. To improve the safety of night driving, the Lancia Dialogos headlights adapt automatically to external conditions. Their light beam changes direction, intensity, divergence and light distribution pattern according to car speed, road type, the position of other cars and atmospheric conditions. Pedals units are fitted on the left and on the right (the same applies to the steering column hinge) and include only two controls: accelerator and brake. When unused, the unit becomes fixed and integral and acts as a footrest. No handbrake lever is fitted. The brake is always on when the car is at a standstill and is released automatically when the car is enabled for movement. The robotised Egomode gearbox with learning function can work semi-automatically or automatically. In the first case, buttons on the steering wheel are pressed to change gear and messages appear on the car monitor. After about five minutes of semi-automatic driving, the system recognises the motorist’s driving style and produces a personalised map that is stored on the ever-present Ego Card: it is used to manage gear shifts when the car is driven in automatic mode. The front suspension is multilink, with a virtual steering axis determined by virtual points instead of physical suspension points. It passes through the centre of the wheel with the result that obstacles such as potholes or rough patches do not cause the steering wheel to turn or vibrate. One of the most innovative features of the rear suspension, also multilink, is a virtual pitching centre. When the wheel drives over an obstacle, it retracts to reduce the disturbance transmitted to the body and thus the perceived vibrations. Another important feature is the elastokinematic toe-in, which increases car stability on corners. The active front differential (which should not be confused with a self-locking differential) improves car pulling power and stability. The unit achieves this by managing the drive torque applied to the front wheels in differential manner. And more: it also acts as a dynamic car stabilising element that compensates for swerves in emergency situations and allows car response to controls applied at the steering wheel to be varied (characteristic of understeer). The system therefore adapts to the driver’s driving style and tastes to make the car drive more steadily or in a more responsive manner. In this case, as with the robotised transmission, ‘feeling management’ maps are stored on the Ego Card. Lastly a reference model monitoring and diagnosis system monitors expected car behaviour and compares it continuously with actual behaviour recorded by the on-board sensors. This makes it possible to record environmental conditions (such as gradient or road grip) and detect any anomalies (e.g. flat tyres) or loss of grip. All this information is transmitted to the car control systems (robotised gearbox, active differential) which adapt to the existing situations to ensure greater safety and increased performance. Fault Information is displayed on the screen.

69th GENEVA MOTOR SHOW: LANCIA DIALOGOS, 08 March 1999

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And finally, the stand also includes the Lancia Dialogos, the ‘biodynamic car’ which is a perfect amalgam of technology, comfort and safety. Three important themes are developed on this concept car: the ‘ideal microclimate’, the ‘living-room’, and ‘stress-free driving’. Generous, comfortable and relaxing, the car stands out for the painstaking care that went into the choice of materials and for ideas that guarantee top quality air, illumination and sound levels, and the ergonomics of the seats and interior upholstery. It is a ‘ideal microclimate’ with the emphasis on well-being. The merit also goes to the Top Climate System, which measures the outside temperature, humidity and pollution, and creates and memorises the ideal cabin climate. To enter this living-room you just have to approach the car with your ‘Ego card’ in your pocket, because this card is a personal ‘key’ which first memorises the user’s characteristics so that it can then manage various functions automatically. The front door opens wide and the seat turns and slides out to welcome you. Once you are seated, the seat returns to its place, the doors close and the car adapts to the driver’s habits: left or right hand drive, diffusion and intensity of the light and sound. Screens, keyboards, a fridge, small table and document holders all appear from inside the furnishings, when they are needed. The Lancia Dialogos was designed to make driving easy: there are only two pedals, accelerator and brake. The hand brake is automatically activated when the car is stationary and de-activated when the driver gives the command to move off. The facia and conventional instrumentation are replaced by a large panel made of three liquid crystal screens. The driver’s screen is reserved for the instrumentation, while the passenger screen is dedicated to navigation and control of the seats, climate, radio, handsfree telephone and check panel. The central monitor provides rear-view vision, projecting shots taken by a telecamera hidden in the rear of the car, with no blind spots. The onboard information system is complete with micro-telecamera and radar, and provides all the necessary information for constant, complete control of the road. It warns of overtaking vehicles and any potentially dangerous obstacles on the road, as well as monitoring cruising speed and safety distances, and keeping the car in its lane. The ‘model reference’ is another monitoring and diagnosis device, which assesses the car’s expected behaviour, comparing it constantly with its actual behaviour, thanks to onboard sensors. The information is transmitted to the control systems present on the car (robotised gearbox, live differential) which adapt to the concrete situation to guarantee greater safety. Any anomalies are communicated to the motorist on the display. The engineering of the Lancia Dialogos also incorporates some interesting features: multilink suspension, for example, which eliminates every type of vibration thanks to the virtual steering axis of the front axle and the pitching centre of the rear axle. Then there is the live front differential, which improves the car’s traction capacity and stability, and adapts to the driver’s driving style. Another innovative solution is the ‘Egomode’ robotised self-learning gearbox, which can function either semi-automatically or fully automatically. In the former, the driver uses the pushbuttons on the steering wheel to change gear (the indications appear on the onboard monitor). After about five minutes at the wheel, the motorist’s driving style is recognised by the system and recorded on his Ego Card. At which point it can switch to automatic operation.

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Table of Contents

• Parking over Flammable Material
• Engine Start-Up
• Protecting the Environment
• Electrical Accessories
• Scheduled Servicing
• Travelling Safety and in Harmony with Nature
• Safeguarding the Environment
• Use of Environment-Friendly Materials
• Fuel Evaporation Canister
• Devices for Reducing Petrol Engine Emissions
• Lambda Sensors
• Three-Way Catalytic Converter (Catalytic Exhaust Pipe)
• Devices for Reducing Diesel Engine Emissions
• Oxidising Catalytic Converter
• Exhaust Gas Recirculation (E.G.R.) System
• The Signs to Help You Drive Correctly
• Connect Infotelematic System
• Controls on the Steering Wheel
• Remote Control
• Audio and TV Function: Control Summarizing Table
• Ignition Switch
• Steering Column Lock
• Versions with Keyless System
• In an Emergency
• Steering Column Lock Always off
• The Lancia Code System
• The Key Operates
• Remote Control Functions
• Functions that Can be Actuated with the Metal Insert of the Key
• Actuation Logic of the Boot Lock by Means of the Remote Control
• Actuation Logic of the Boot Lock by Means of the Metal Insert of the Key
• Automatically Actuated Functions
• Opening the Tailgate
• Key Battery Replacement
• Electronic Alarm
• Self-Test and Door/Bonnet/Boot Control Functions
• Surveillance
• Switching the Alarm on
• Anti-Lifting Sensor
• Switching the Alarm off
• Volumetric Protection
• Deactivating the Alarm
• Functions that Can be Deactivated or Modified
• Indications of Attempts to Break in
• What Triggers the Alarm off
• Easy Entry/Exit System
• Ministerial Homologation
• Recognition System (Keyless System)
• "Garage" Position
• AVV Position
• Knob for Actuating Instrument Panel and Engine Start-Up
• MAR Position
• STOP Position
• Engine Stop
• Steering Column Locking
• Steering Column Unlocking
• Door Unlocking to Access Car
• Autoclose Function
• Locking the Door and Leaving the Car
• Tailgate Opening
• Central Locking/Opening of Windows and Sunroof
• Failure Indication
• System Settings
• CID Device Battery Replacement
• Request for Additional CID Devices
• Opening/Closing from the Outside
• Deadlock Device
• Door Open Indication
• Opening/Closing from the Inside
• Automatic Door Locking When Speed Exceeds 20 KM/H
• Disabling Rear Door Locking/Unlocking Controls
• Initialising the Door Locking Control Unit
• Lock Release in Case of Accident
• Electrically Adjustable Seats
• Front Seats
• Manually Adjustable Seats
• Lumbar Adjustment
• Recalling Stored Positions
• Storing the Driver's Seat Positions
• Automatic Realignment of External Rear View Mirrors
• Comfort Seats
• Head Restraints
• Electric Adjustment
• Manual Adjustment
• Steering Wheel
• Automatically Adjustable
• External Rearview Mirrors
• Internal Rearview Mirror
• Rearview Mirrors
• Automatic Rearview Mirror Realignment
• Storing the “Parking” Position of the Right-Hand Rearview Mirror
• Anti-Trap Safety System
• Electric Windows
• Driver’s Side
• Front Windows
• Rear Windows
• Centralised Window and Sunroof Opening/Closing System
• Manual and Automatic Operation
• Rear Controls
• How to Use the Seat Belts
• Adjusting the Height of the Front Seat Belts
• Pretensioners
• General Instructions for the Use of the Seat Belts
• Load Limiting Devices
• How to Keep the Seat Belts in Proper Working Order at All Times
• Carrying Children Safely
• GROUP 0 and 0+
• Passenger Seat Compliance with Regulations on Child's Seat Use
• Presetting for Mounting the "Isofix Type" Child Restraint System
• Mounting the ISOFIX TYPE Child Restraint System
• "Smart Bag" System
• Description and Operation
• Front and Side Airbags
• Manually Deactivating the Passenger's Front Airbag
• Passenger's Front Airbag
• Side Airbags
• Manually Deactivating the Rear Side Bags
• General Notes
• Light Switch
• Light Switch and Steering Column Stalks
• Parking Lights
• Automatic Switching On/Off
• Delayed Light Switching off
• Twilight Sensor
• Left-Hand Stalk
• To Flash the Lights
• Direction Indicators
• Right-Hand Stalk
• Windscreen Washer
• Windscreen Wiper
• Headlight Washer
• Rain Sensor
• Rain Sensor Failure
• Instrument Panel
• Petrol Versions
• JTD Versions
• Instruments
• REV Counter
• Speedometer
• Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge with Overheating Warning Light
• Fuel Gauge and Reserve Warning Light
• Flash Consumption Gauge
• Information on Standard Screen
• Kilometre Counter (and Trip Meter) and Automatic Gearbox
• Multifunction Display
• Car Conditions
• CONNECT Information
• Driver’s Aiding System Information
• Check Stage
• Start-Up Checks
• Engine Oil Level Check (JTD Versions Only)
• IMPORTANT Instrument Panel
• Scheduled Servicing Info
• Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Messages
• Left Direction Indicator
• Right Direction Indicator
• Injection System Failure
• Low Brake Fluid Level
• ABS System Failure
• EBD System Fault
• Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
• EPS System Failure
• Multifunction Display Warning Lights and Messages
• Follow Me Home Device
• Instrument Dimmer
• Steering Wheel Lock
• Bonnet and Boot
• Window Anti-Trap Safety System
• Lancia CODE, Keyless System (CID Device) and Alarm System
• Glow Plugs (JTD Versions)
• Outside Temperature (Ice Hazard)
• EPS (Electronic Stability Program)
• ASR System (Wheel Antiskid System)
• EBD System (Electronic Brakeforce Distributor)
• EOBD (Engine Control System)
• EPB (Electric Parking Brake)
• Injection System (Where Provided - JTD Versions)
• Cruise Control
• Radar Cruise Control
• Electronic Automatic Transmission (COMFORTRONIC)
• Power Steering (VARIOSTEER)
• Suspensions (SKYHOOK - Where Provided)
• Brake Fluid Level
• Headlamp Inclination Adjustment System
• Engine Oil Pressure
• Low Battery Charge
• Engine Coolant Level
• Engine Coolant Temperature
• Side/Taillights
• Windscreen Washer Fluid Level
• Brake Lights
• Inertia Switch (Fuel Cut-Off Switch)
• Number Plate Light
• Rear Fog Lights
• Diesel Fuel Filter (JTD Versions)
• Parking Sensors
• Antipollution Filter Clogged (2.4 JTD 20V CAE Version)
• Change Engine Oil (2.4 JTD 20V CAE Version)
• Engine Oil Level Sensor (JTD Versions)
• Climate Control System
• Directional and Adjustable Vents
• Automatic Climate Control System
• Front Control Panel
• Initialising the Air Conditioning Control Unit
• Back Control Panel
• How to Use the Climate Control System
• Knobs for Adjusting Air Temperature
• Buttons for Adjusting Front Air Distribution
• Buttons for Adjusting Rear Air Distribution
• AUTO Buttons
• Buttons for Adjusting Fan Speed
• MONO Button (Set Temperature and Air Distrib Ution Alignment)
• REAR Button (Rear Control Panel Activation)
• Air Recirculation On/Off Button
• Climate Control System Compressor off Button
• Button for Fast Windscreen Demisting/Defrosting
• OFF Button (System Off)
• Active Carbon Dust/Pollen Filter
• Ventilation During a Stop
• Supplementary Heater
• Operation with Engine Stationary
• Operate Now
• Timed Heater Activation/Deactivation through CONNECT
• Heater Activation/Deactivation with the Remote Control
• Activation Length
• Switching the Heater on
• Checking and Replacing the Batteries
• Replacing the Batteries
• Switching the Heater off
• Operation with Engine Running
• Request for Additional Remote Controls
• “Supplementary Heater” Mode
• Hazard Lights
• Technical Specifications
• Front Fog Lights
• Fuel Cut-Off Switch and Circuit Breaker
• Heated Rear Window
• Door Unlocking in Case of Accident
• Resetting the Fuel Cut-Off Switch
• Resetting the Circuit Breaker
• Electric Parking Brake
• Automatic Disengagement
• Automatic Engagement
• Deactivating the Automatic Operation
• Use in an Emergency
• Emergency Disengagement
• Fault Indication
• Manual Gearbox
• Electronic Automatic Gearbox (Comfortronic)
• Starting the Engine
• Stopping the Car
• Automatic Operation
• P - Parking
• Selecting the Automatic/Manual Sequential Operation
• D - Forward Gear (Automatic)
• N - Neutral
• R - Reverse
• Winter Programme
• Manual Sequential Operation
• Automatic Transmission Fault
• Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature High
• Bump Starting
• Sound Signal
• ESP and ASR Systems
• Towing the Car
• ESP System Operation
• ASR Function (Antislip Regulation)
• ASR Function Activation
• ESP and ASR Failure Indication
• ESP System Action
• MSR System (Engine Drive Adjustment)
• Initialising the ESP System Control Unit
• Cruise Control (Constant Speed Regulator)
• Increasing the Stored Speed
• Resetting the Stored Speed
• Storing the Speed
• Deleting the Stored Speed
• Reducing the Stored Speed
• Radar Cruise Control (RCC)
• Parking Sensor
• Sensor Operating Range
• Towing a Trailer
• Front Ceiling Light
• Interior Equipment
• Door Puddle Lights
• Rear Ceiling Light
• Courtesy Mirrors
• Rearview Mirror Lights
• Front Ashtray and Cigar Lighter
• Rear Ashtrays
• Glove Compartment
• Oddment Compartment
• Climate-Controlled Drink Compartment
• Front Bottle/Can Holder
• Door Pockets
• Oddment Compartment on the Dashboard
• Central Console Compartment
• Rear Armrest Compartment
• Rear Bottle/Can Holder
• Electric Sunshade
• Power Socket
• Accessories Purchased by the User
• Installation of Electronic Devices
• Map Pockets
• Radio Transmitters and Cellular Telephones
• Solar Cell Operated Sunroof
• Sunroof Opening/Closing and Pivoting
• Central Sunroof and Window Locking System
• Emergency Manoeuvre
• Solar Cells
• Opening from the Inside
• Opening by Means of the Remote Control
• Opening from the Outside with the Key
• Boot Lock Opening/Closing by Remote Control
• Boot Lock Opening/Closing by Metal Insert of the Key
• Boot Ceiling Light
• Closing the Boot
• Luggage Nets
• Anchoring the Load
• Luggage Transport - Important
• Fuel Filler Cap
• Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
• Diesel Particulate Filter Clogged
• Anchorage Points
• Roof Rack - Ski Rack
• Automatic Dynamic Beam Adjustment Device
• Headlight Beam Adjustment Control Unit
• Headlamp Orientation for Left-/Right Hand Drive
• EOBD System
• ABS Operation
• EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distributor)
• Sound System
• Bose Hi-Fi Sound System
• How to Start JTD Versions
• How to Start Petrol Versions
• Engine Warming up
• Stopping the Engine
• Emergency Start-Up
• Before Getting Behind the Wheel
• Safe Driving
• When Travelling
• Driving at Night
• Driving in the Rain
• Driving in Fog
• Driving in the Mountains
• Driving on Snow and Ice
• Driving with ABS
• Containing Running Costs and Pollution
• General Considerations
• Conditions of Use
• Driving Style
• Cheap Running that Respects the Environment
• Looking after Emission Control Devices
• Installation Diagram
• Tow Hitch Installation
• Winter Tyres
• Snow Chains
• Storing the Car
• Using the Car Again
• Useful Accessories
• Jump Starting
• Changing a Wheel
• If a Bulb Burns out
• General Instructions
• Types of Bulbs
• Front Light Cluster
• If an Exterior Bulb Burns out
• Side Direction Indicators
• Rear Light Cluster
• Reversing Light and Rear Fog Lights
• Additional Brake Light
• If an Interior Bulb Burns out
• Number Plate Lights
• Glove Compartment Light
• Courtesy Mirror Lights
• Door Lights
• Door Mirror Lights
• If a Fuse Blows
• Fuse Location
• General Fuses
• Fuses in the Dashboard
• Fuses in the Boot
• Disconnecting the Loaded Battery
• If Battery Is to be Disconnected
• Disconnecting the Unloaded Battery
• If the Battery Is Flat
• Recharging the Battery
• Jacking the Car
• With an Arm Hoist or a Shop Jack
• With the Jack
• If an Accident Occurs
• If Anyone Is Injured
• First-Aid Kit
• Service Schedule
• Additional Checks
• Annual Inspection Schedule
• Checking Fluid Levels
• Engine Oil Consumption
• Engine Coolant
• Power Steering Fluid
• Brake and Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
• Air Cleaner
• Diesel Filter
• Draining the Condense
• Dust/Pollen Filter
• Checking the Battery Charge
• Charging the Battery
• Replacing the Battery
• Useful Advice for Lengthening the Life of Your Battery
• Electronic Control Units
• Spark Plugs
• Tyre Pressure
• Wheels and Tyres
• Checking the Blades
• Rubber Tubing
• Windscreen Wipers
• Replacing the Blades
• Spray Nozzles
• Headlight Washers
• Protecting the Car from Atmospheric Agents
• Tips for Keeping the Body in Good Conditions
• Cleaning Chromium Plated/Anodized Bodywork Parts
• Cleaning Alcantara Seats
• Engine Compartment
• Plastic Parts Inside the Car
• Cleaning Leather Seats
• Cleaning Velvet Seats and Fabrics
• Steering Wheel/Gear Lever Knob with Genuine Leather Covering
• Chassis Marking
• Engine Marking
• Identification Data
• Model Plate
• Bodywork Paint Identification Plate
• Engine Codes - Bodywork Versions
• Fuel Feed - Ignition
• Transmission
• Suspensions
• Correct Tyre Reading
• Rims and Tyres
• Correct Rim Reading
• Performance
• Wheel Geometry
• Fluids and Lubricants
• Fuel Consumption
• CO2 Emission in Exhaust
• Engine Oil Change

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Summary of Contents for Lancia Thesis

• Page 2 We are sure that these instruments will help you easily attune to and appreciate both your new car and the LANCIA team that will be on hand to provide you with any help you may require. Best regards and have a great trip! This Owner Handbook describes all the THESIS versions.
• Page 3 MUST BE READ! REFUELLING Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) no less than 95. Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused.
• Page 4 If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), visit a Lancia Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car's electric sys- tem can support the required load.
• Page 5 TRAVELLING SAFELY AND IN HARMONY WITH NATURE Safety and respect for the environment are the guidelines that inspired the THESIS design from the drawing board onwards. This concept has meant that the THESIS has been able to face and pass the strictest safety tests. So much so that, from this point of view, the car is the best in its class and has probably already incor- porated features that belong to the future.
• Page 6 SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT Safeguarding the environment has directed the design and manufacturing of the THESIS right from the start. The result is the use of materials and the perfection of devices that can reduce or sweep- ingly reduce harmful influences on the environment. The THESIS is equipped with environment safeguarding devices which curtail harmful exhaust gas emissions, is ready to travel well ahead of the most stringent international pollution control stan- dards.
• Page 7 DEVICES FOR REDUCING PETROL ENGINE EMISSIONS Three-way catalytic converter (catalytic exhaust pipe) The exhaust system is equipped with a catalyst made up of noble metal alloys; it is housed in a stainless steel container capable of withstanding the very high operating temperatures. The catalyst converts the unburnt hydrocarbons, the carbon monoxide and the nitric oxides found in the exhaust gases (though in small amounts, thanks to the electronic-injection ignition systems) into non-polluting substances.
• Page 8 DEVICES FOR REDUCING DIESEL ENGINE EMISSIONS Oxidising catalytic converter This device converts the polluting substances in the exhaust gas (carbon monoxide, unburnt hydro- carbons and particulates) into harmless substances, thus reducing the smokiness and smell associat- ed with diesel engine exhaust fumes. The catalytic converter consists of a stainless steel case containing a honeycomb ceramic core in which there is the precious metal that carries out the catalysing action.
• Page 9 The texts, illustrations and technical specifications contained in this handbook refer to the car at the time of going to press. As part of our ongoing effort to improve our products, LANCIA may introduce technical modifications during pro- duction and therefore technical specifications and fittings may be altered without prior notice.
• Page 10 SYMBOLS DANGER SYMBOLS Special coloured labels have been Battery Coil attached near or actually on some of Corrosive fluid. High voltage. the components of your THESIS. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.
• Page 11 PROHIBITION SYMBOLS WARNING SYMBOLS Battery Catalytic converter Engine Keep away from naked Do not park over inflam- Use only the oil specified flames. mable materials. in section “Capacities”. chapter: “Protecting the emission control devices”. Battery Keep away from chil- dren. Power steering Unleaded petrol vehicle Heat shields - belts -...
• Page 12 CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR DRIVING YOUR CAR IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INDEX...

Page 13: Getting To Know Your Car

• Page 14 1) Front door air outlets 20) Trip meter reset button (long pressure)/Button for deleting failure messages on the display (short pres- 2) Side window vents sure) 3) Side vents 21) Ignition switch 4) Instrument panel 22) CONNECT controls on the steering wheel (for con- trol description see the following pages) 5) Windscreen vent 23) Horn...
• Page 15 CONNECT INFOTELEMATIC SYSTEM The key for this figure is on pages 16-17. fig. 2 L0A6001b...
• Page 16 The following pages describe the system controls and main functions. The Lancia navigation CONNECT CONTROLS (fig. 2) The car is provided with a special system helps driver while supplement dealing with CONNECT The CONNECT system functions...
• Page 17 Legend Short push Long push (more than 2 seconds) (less than 2 seconds) – 1 – SOS Assistance services and functions – Slot for navigator CD-ROM or Audio CD – Slot for cassette – 4 – CD Eject navigator CD-ROM or Audio CD –...
• Page 18 Legend Short push Long push (less than 2 seconds) (more than 2 seconds) 14 – DARK DARK mode actuation: the display is completely darkened – £ Forwarding the phone call set Refusing the incoming phone call 15 – Accepting the incoming call Ending the ongoing call 16 –...
• Page 19 CONTROLS ON THE STEERING B - Audio source selection: FM1, Cassette mode: fast tape rewind FM2, FM3-AS, MW, LW, CC, CD, with return to beginning of lis- WHEEL (fig. 3) CDC, TV tened track or to previous track The main CONNECT function C - Turning down the volume CD/CDC mode: selection of controls are duplicated on the steer-...
• Page 20 REMOTE CONTROL (fig. 4-5) The remote control functions can B - Turning down the volume be switched off and on again by C - Turning up the volume The infrared-ray remote control selecting the corresponding item of controls certain main functions of D - Radio mode: the SETUP function (set-up).
• Page 21 E - Radio mode: – long push = actuation of the CD mode: – short push = search for the “Scan” function with scanning of – short push = selection of pre- first radio station that can be the stations in the selected radio vious track tuned at a lower frequency band starting from the higher...
• Page 22 AUDIO AND TV FUNCTION: CONTROL SUMMARIZING TABLE The TV and audio system (FM/AM radio and Cassette/CD/CDC player) functions can be switched on/off without dis- tinction by means of the controls on the CONNECT, the steering wheel or the remote control. To make it easier getting acquainted with the controls, a table is shown below with the various functions and their respective control buttons.
• Page 23 Function CONNECT buttons Steering wheel buttons Remote control buttons Long push on button N Long push on button ˙ Actuation of the Long push on SCAN+ button “Scan” function with scanning of the stations in the selected radio band starting from the higher frequency ones Long push on button ¯...
• Page 24 Function CONNECT buttons Steering wheel buttons Remote control buttons Short pressure of button ¯ Short pressure of button ¯ Search for previous track Short push on SCAN- button while playing a CD Selection of CD in CDC Press buttons 1 to 6 –...

Page 25: Ignition Switch

• Page 26 To set this mode, refer to the CON- vated automatically (“Autoclose” the battery might even explode. NECT supplement provided with function). Contact a Lancia Dealership. In the car. any case, refer to paragraph “Jump starting”. In an emergency The steering column lock cannot be...

Page 27: The Lancia Code System

• Page 28 STOP for longer than 30 seconds. If the prob- lem persists, contact your Lancia Dealership. 2) If the symbol stays on, this means that the code has not been recognised.
• Page 29 B - The mechanical key code to be tem can be set in such a way that – remote door opening/closing; given to the Lancia Dealership when the door opening button is when ordering duplicate keys. pressed, only the driver’s door or all –...
• Page 30 The code numbers written on the The key (fig. 9) has: – led F (where required) indicating CODE card must be kept in a safe code sending to the electronic alarm – metal insert A that can be place (not in the car). system receiver.
• Page 31 After activating the dead The metal insert A (fig. 10) of the Take the greatest care lock device it will be when pressing button B key operates: impossible to get out of (fig. 10), to avoid that the – ignition switch; the passenger compartment: for metal insert A can cause injury or this reason this device must be...
• Page 32 Remote control By pressing button C, also the IMPORTANT The remote control alarm system will be switched off; by operation depends on different fac- The remote control is built into the pressing button D, the alarm system tors, such as possible interference key and has three buttons C, D and E will be switched on and the key led with electromagnetic waves emitted...
• Page 33 The remote control allows to control the functions that can be modified directly by the user, through the CONNECT set- ting menu, or by the Lancia Dealership. The following table lists the system options and the settings provided when the car is delivered to the customer.
• Page 34 Functions that can be Requested function Action performed on the Standard settings modified remote control Single short pressure – Electronic alarm of button D (fig. 9) switching on – Door and boot locking – Ceiling lights switching off Subsequent double short –...
• Page 35 The metal insert of the key allows to control the functions that can be modified directly by the user, by means of the CONNECT setting menu, or by the Lancia Dealership. The following table lists the system options and the settings pro- vided when the car is delivered to the customer.
• Page 36 ACTUATION LOGIC OF THE BOOT LOCK BY MEANS OF THE REMOTE CONTROL Bound to central Not bound to the central door locking door locking Central door locking system condition Press the boot button Press the remote Press the remote Press the remote control button control button control button...
• Page 37 ACTUATION LOGIC OF THE BOOT LOCK BY MEANS OF THE METAL INSERT OF THE KEY Bound to the central Not bound to the central door locking door locking Central door locking system condition Operation to open Press the tailgate Turn the key clock- Turn the key clock- Turn the key clock- the boot...
• Page 38 OPENING THE TAILGATE When tailgate opening is actuated, AUTOMATICALLY ACTUATED the alarm system disconnects the FUNCTIONS The tailgate can be opened from boot sensor and the direction indica- The system automatically controls the outside by pressing the remote tors flash twice (except for the ver- the following functions (settings that control button E (fig.
• Page 39 KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT Used batteries pollute To replace the battery: the environment. Dispose If the remote control battery is run – press button B (fig. 11) and of them in the special down, the symbol Y will appear on move the metal insert A to open containers as specified by current the instrument display, together position;...

Page 40: Electronic Alarm

• Page 41 “ALARM found a fault. Contact a Lancia FAULT”. Dealership. IMPORTANT When operating the central door locking with the metal insert of the key, the alarm is not activated.
• Page 42 SWITCHING THE ALARM OFF VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION To ensure correct opera- tion of the volumetric pro- To switch the alarm off, press the Do not leave passengers or pets in tection system, before acti- key button A (fig. 14). the parked car and completely close vating the alarm, check that win- the windows and the sunroof to The following actions will be car-...
• Page 43 IMPORTANT The anti-lifting sen- According to the markets, the FUNCTIONS THAT CAN BE sor shall be deactivated after about 1 alarm can operate the siren and the DEACTIVATED minute from turning the key to direction indicators (for about 25 OR MODIFIED STOP.
• Page 44 The functions that can be modified MINISTERIAL HOMOLOGATION EASY ENTRY/EXIT through the CONNECT system In the respect of the legislation in SYSTEM menu are: force in each country in the matter – boot lock release by actuating of radio-frequency devices, please Versions provided with electric central door opening (*);...
• Page 45 RECOGNITION himself so that the car can recognize taneous switching off of the elec- him, allowing him to get into the car tronic alarm SYSTEM (KEYLESS and start the engine without having – button C for remote actuation of to use the key. SYSTEM) central door locking, boot locking In any case, the CID device is...
• Page 46 The emergency key actuates: The CID device check is carried out To switch off the front passenger’s when the button inside the door airbag and the rear side bags, use – the front door locks handle or on the boot is pressed: if the emergency key included in the –...
• Page 47 It is advised to always “GARAGE” POSITION IMPORTANT Do not remove the carry about with you the battery from the CID device until (EMERGENCY ACTUATION) CID device, avoiding to when its replacement is possible. During emergency or servicing leave it unguarded inside the Where system is unable to identify operations, the CID device shall be passenger compartment, because...
• Page 48 For an emergency engine start up KNOB FOR ACTUATING MAR position proceed as follows: INSTRUMENT PANEL This is the running position and AND ENGINE START-UP – Lay the CID device into the emer- corresponds to: instrument panel on gency seat A (fig. 21) and steering column lock off.
• Page 49 cessive rotation of knob A (fig. 22) Engine stop IMPORTANT User is not authorised to the STOP position, and it will not to move the car if the start-up knob is To switch the engine off, turn the be possible to restart the car until a not turned to the position MAR.
• Page 50 It is possible to set unlocking of dri- the unlocking with the emergency key “Jump starting”); then, contact a ver’s door only or the contemporary Lancia Dealership to have the bat- F (fig. 19). unlocking of all the doors, by the set- tery recharged.
• Page 51 LOCKING THE DOOR AND TAILGATE OPENING AUTOCLOSE FUNCTION LEAVING THE CAR (with the (AUTOMATIC LOCKING If the boot shall be opened from identification system disabled) OF DOORS, BOOT, outside, with the doors locked, it is AND FUEL FILLER FLAP) enough to get near the boot with the To lock doors when system func- CID device and press the boot but- tions are disabled, proceed as fol-...
• Page 52 – If there is a fault in the identifi- The Autoclose function can be CENTRAL LOCKING/OPENING cation system (Keyless System). influenced by the presence of elec- OF WINDOWS AND SUNROOF tromagnetic noises; in these cases – If the CID device battery is flat. When central door locking is lock the doors with the remote con- switched on/off, also the central...
• Page 53 CID device (e.g. into a pocket). whereas the other doors remain IMPORTANT In case of fault, con- locked, thus preventing un-autho- tact your Lancia Dealership. rized persons from getting into the car. In this case, the led on the dri- Before and during auto- ver’s door panel lights up (green...
• Page 54 Dispose this is required. reason, your Lancia of them in the special Dealership, bringing with you all containers as specified by current the keys and CID devices in your legislation. Keep batteries away...
• Page 55 To replace the battery: IMPORTANT Although the pres- DOORS ence of electromagnetic waves is not – remove the small cover A (fig. 26) harmful to the CID device, it can nev- by levering at point B ertheless influence battery life cycle. –...
• Page 56 To unlock, turn the key clockwise The car is fitted with power locks In an emergency (flat battery or 1; to lock, turn the key counter- that control the mechanical parts at electric system failure), doors can be clockwise 2. door opening.
• Page 57 The front door leds are also used as In this case, the driver’s door led Deadlock device deterrent leds for the alarm system; comes on with green light, whereas The deadlock device enables to dis- as a consequence, they will flash the leds on the other doors will connect mechanically the internal when the alarm system is on or the...
• Page 58 With dead lock OPENING/CLOSING FROM A led is located near each door device on, pressing the handle to make it easy to find the THE INSIDE external handle button of handle in the dark. The leds light up To open the door even when the one of the doors while unlocking for about 2 minutes after turning the lock is locked, pull handle A (fig.
• Page 59 Disabling rear door CHILD LOCK IMPORTANT After engaging the lock, check by trying to open a rear locking/unlocking controls To prevent opening the rear doors door with the internal handle. from the inside. To disable rear door locking/un- locking controls, press the driver's Engage by inserting the tip of the ig- door button A (fig.
• Page 60 AUTOCLOSE FUNCTION LOCK RELEASE IN CASE OF In any case, door open- from outside (AUTOMATIC LOCKING ACCIDENT depends on the door con- WITH KEYLESS SYSTEM In case of collision with actuation ditions after collision: RECOGNITION SYSTEM) of the inertia switch, the door locks deformed doors cannot very often are automatically released to allows On versions equipped with Keyless...

Page 61: Front Seats

• Page 62 fig. 41 - Electrically adjustable Seat position adjustment - Head restraint position adjust- seats, position memorization and control A (fig. 42) ment - control B (fig. 43) heating 7 - Head restraint raising 1 - Front raising A - Height and back and forth 8 - Head restraint lowering.
• Page 63 Control C (fig. 40) STORING THE DRIVER’S SEAT Adjust the position of the seat, head restraint, external rear view POSITIONS (fig. 46) 5 - Lumbar support increase mirrors and steering wheel by means The system allows to store and of the relevant controls, then press 6 - Lumbar support decrease recall three different driver’s seat for about 3 seconds any of buttons...
• Page 64 Stored position are recalled only if If the engine is started during the To store the position proceed as the required position is different recalling stage, seat moving will be follows: from the current one and is not pos- stopped; once this stage is over the –...
• Page 65 Recalling the “parking” position IMPORTANT The “parking” posi- COMFORT SEATS (fig. 47) tion memorisation and recall can of the external rear view mirror Button A on front Comfort Seats only be performed with ignition key on passenger side enables to actuate the respective con- at MAR.
• Page 66 HEAD RESTRAINTS (fig. 48) Remember that the head ARMREST (fig. 49) restraints should Where provided, front head The armrest A can be adjusted up adjusted to support the restraints can be adjusted electrical- or down to three different positions. back of your head and not your ly, so as to adapt to the driver’s To lift the armrest, pull it from neck.

Page 67: Rear Seats

• Page 68 ARMREST – button for opening/closing the HEATING (fig. 55) electric sunshade Lower the armrest to the position To switch side seat heating on, turn shown for use by pulling the lever A – current socket knob A (left-hand seat) or B (right- (fig.
• Page 69 COMFORT SEATS – for approx. 3 minutes with key F – Electric sunshade control but- removed or turned to STOP and ton. Side Comfort seats are fitted with with door open. independent control buttons for IMPORTANT To allow system heating, lumbar adjustment, mas- Armrest compartment control but- automatic configuration, press the sage and adjusting function;...
• Page 70 The adaptive function makes it Left-hand seat adjustment Left-hand seat heating possible to adapt the seat back to the (fig. 57) Button D (fig. 56) passenger thus improving comfort 7 – Lumbar support increase To switch seat heating on, turn and back support.

Page 71: Steering Wheel

Page 72: rearview mirrors.

• Page 73 Press switch A (fig. 62) to adjust If the mirrors make it Automatic rearview mirror the mirror in the four directions difficult to get through realignment (fig. 63). After adjusting, turn switch narrow gaps and in auto- Rearview mirror position is stored, A back to position 0 to prevent mov- matic car washes, fold them from together with the steering wheel...

Page 74: Electric Windows

• Page 75 CONTROLS Front windows C – Rear left window opening/clos- ing, “continuous automatic” opera- Electric windows work with igni- Press buttons A or B to open/close tion just during window opening tion key at MAR. the required window (driver or pas- senger side).
• Page 76 Pressing briefly the button the win- MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC CENTRALISED WINDOW AND dow “jerks”, whereas a prolonged OPERATION SUNROOF OPENING/CLOSING pressing makes the window opening SYSTEM Front and rear window winders or closing in “automatic and continu- can be operated both automatically Centralised window and sunroof ous”...

Page 77: Seat Belts

• Page 78 When the car is parked on a steep When the rear seats are not occu- ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF slope the reel mechanism may block; pied, use the spaces provided in the THE FRONT SEAT BELTS this is normal. The reel mechanism cushion to stow the belt buckles (fig.
• Page 79 The preten- sioners should be replaced at a A small amount of smoke may be Lancia Dealership as this date produced. This smoke is in no way approaches. toxic and presents no fire hazard.
• Page 80 (fig. 73). Do not use starting. face or low obstacles such as any objects (pegs, stoppers, etc.) kerbs, etc. Contact a Lancia to keep the belts away from the Dealership for any assistance. body. For maximum safety,...
• Page 81 Always impediments. contact a Lancia Dealership. 2) After a serious accident, replace If the belt has been subjected to the belt being worn at that time, heavy stress, for example after an even if it does not appear damaged.
• Page 82 CARRYING SERIOUS DANGER For optimal protection in the event Should it be ab- of a crash, all passengers must be CHILDREN solutely necessary seated wearing adequate to carry a baby on the front pas- restraint systems. SAFELY senger seat with a child's seat with This is especially relevant for chil- the cradle facing backwards, de- dren.
• Page 83 (fig. 77). Group 1 weight 9-18 kg We recommend using Lineaccessori Lancia child restraint systems for Group 2 weight 15-25 kg each weight group. These systems Group 3 weight 22-36 kg were specifically designed and tested for Lancia cars.
• Page 84 GROUP 1 There are child restraint GROUP 2 for groups 0 and 1 which Children from 9 to 18 kg are to be Children from 15 to 25 kg can be are fastened with the car seated facing forward in child seats secured directly with the car seat seat belts by means of an attach- with front cushion.
• Page 85 European Standard ECE-R44 for the specified “Groups” B = Built-in restraint system approved for this range of weight (integral child’s seat opt.) L = Suitable for certain child’s restraint systems available at Lineaccessori Lancia for the specified group fig. 80...
• Page 86 Below is a summary of the rules 4) Always check the seat belt is PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING of safety to be followed for carry- well fastened by pulling the web- THE “ISOFIX TYPE” CHILD ing children: bing. RESTRAINT SYSTEM 1) Child restraint system should be 5) Only one child is to be strapped THESIS is preset for mounting the fitted on the rear seat as this is the...
• Page 87 Only use Isofix type child restraint Mount child Mounting the ISOFIX TYPE systems specifically designed, tested restraint system only with child restraint system and approved for this car. the car stationary. The Groups 0 and 0+ Isofix child restraint system is properly anchored to the mount- For children included in this ing brackets when clicks are...
• Page 88 For proper mounting, proceed as – identify the brackets A (fig. 83) Group 1 follows: and mount the child restraint system When the child grows up and with the retainers C (fig. 83) aligned – remove the upper tether on the reaches the next weight group to the brackets;...
• Page 89 For proper mounting, proceed as FRONT AND SIDE It consists of an instantly inflatable follows: bag housed in a special compart- AIRBAGS ment located: – remove the upper tether on the back of the child's restraint system; – in the centre of the steering wheel The car is equipped with front on the driver’s side A (fig.
• Page 90 The front airbag (driver and pas- The cushion immediately inflates, Front air bags are designed to pro- senger) has been designed to protect placing itself as a soft protective bar- tect car’s passengers in front/angled the occupants in the event of head- rier between the body of the front crashes and therefore non-activation on/angled collision of medium-high...
• Page 91 MANUALLY DEACTIVATING PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG SEVERE DANGER: THE PASSENGER’S FRONT passenger’s airbag AIRBAG equipped with designed and calibrated to protect a front passenger’s airbag, do not The passenger’s front airbag can be person wearing seat belts. place the child restraint seat on deactivated if it is absolutely neces- the front seat.
• Page 92 Only turn the switch 2) Passenger’s front airbag deacti- IMPORTANT To receive the best vated (position OFF F): instru- when the engine is not system protection in the event of an ment panel warning light F on. A running and the ignition accident, you have to seat in proper key is removed.
• Page 93 SIDE AIRBAGS – the window bags, which are “cur- In the event of side collisions at low tain” cushions located behind the speed, the restraining action of the (SIDE BAG - WINDOW BAG) side coverings of the roof and cov- seat belts is sufficient and the airbag Purpose of the side airbags is to ered by proper finishings such to...
• Page 94 Stop the car and IMPORTANT When the airbag is contact Lancia Dealership to have fired it emits a small amount of the system checked immediately. powder and smoke. This is not...
• Page 95 THE REAR SIDE BAGS 1) Passenger’s front airbag active airbag system must exclusively be (where provided) (position ON Õ ): instrument panel carried out at a Lancia Dealership. À warning light off. Do not carry Side bags, protecting the chest of If you are having the car scrapped, children on the front seat.
• Page 96 Stop the car and in a collision. the car is stationary if it is hit by contact Lancia Dealership to have another vehicle travelling at suit- the system checked immediately. able speed. As a consequence, never sit children in the front seat, even if the car is not moving.
• Page 97 When the ignition key is The airbag is set to be The airbag does not turned to MAR (passenger fired in the event of colli- replace seat belts but front airbag and rear side sions which are greater rather increases their bag deactivation switch at ON), than the pretensioner settings.
• Page 98 LIGHT SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH (fig. 94) Dipped beam headlights It has 5 positions: These lights come on when you AND STEERING turn ring A to 2. 0 - outside lights off COLUMN STALKS 6 - side/taillights Parking lights The devices and services controlled 2 - dipped beam headlights With ignition key at STOP or by light switch and steering column...
• Page 99 Automatic switching on/off With automatic switching on acti- IMPORTANT When switching on vated and switching off control the headlights automatically, it is When ring A is turned to AUTO given by the sensor, main beam possible to switch on the front and and the ignition key is at MAR, headlights go off followed after rear fog lights.
• Page 100 At each operation of the tact a Lancia Dealership as soon as for evaluating light intensity in run- stalk, the staying on of the lights is ning direction in order to recognize possible.
• Page 101 After activating the device, the set LEFT-HAND STALK If main beam headlights time can be extended also within 2 are on (left stalk for- The left-hand stalk controls the minutes from when the engine is wards), they will turn on external lights and the direction turned off by pulling the stalk.
• Page 102 IMPORTANT This operation will RIGHT-HAND STALK 4 - Fast temporary (unstable posi- flash the main beam headlights. tion): when releasing the stalk it The right-hand stalk controls all Follow the Highway Code to prevent returns to 0 stopping the windscreen the washer/wiper controls.
• Page 103 The wiper stops working a few IMPORTANT Under certain con- The rain sensor is automatically strokes after releasing the stalk; a ditions, when headlight washers are switched on when the stalk is taken further “cleaning stroke”, after a on, the climate control system acti- to position 1 (fig.
• Page 104 Turning the knurled ring A (fig. Operating the windscreen washer When the rain sensor is again acti- 100) it is possible to increase the with the rain sensor activated (stalk vated in this way, at least one wind- sensitivity of the rain sensor, obtain- at position 1) the normal washing screen wiper stroke occurs, even if ing a quicker change from stationary...
• Page 105 – straks of water caused by worn vate continuous wiping (1 wiper blades speed); contact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible. – difference between day and night(the human eye is more dis- turbed at night by the wet surface of the glass).

Page 106: Instrument Panel

• Page 107 JTD VERSIONS (fig. 102) fig. 102 L0A0231b A - Engine coolant temperature C - Multifunction display for sym- F - Flash consumption gauge gauge with overheating warning bols/messages/failure indications G - Warning lights light and CONNECT info repetition H - Kilometre counter (and trip B - Speedometer D - Engine rev.
• Page 108 INSTRUMENTS REV COUNTER (fig. 104) IMPORTANT The hazard sectors can present different widths and dif- If the needle is in the hazard sector ferent full scale values according to (the section with red lines) it shows the various car versions. that the engine is over-revving.
• Page 109 It starts stop the engine immediately and approximately 10 litres of fuel in the signalling the temperature when this contact a Lancia Dealership. tank. reaches approximately 50 °C. IMPORTANT The needle may The needle should usually be on...
• Page 110 IMPORTANT Refuelling shall FLASH CONSUMPTION GAUGE The gauge needle has the following always be performed with engine off position: (fig. 107) and ignition key to STOP. If the – value 0 l/100 km with car sta- Gauge A shows the flash consump- engine is off but the key is to MAR, tionary tion: to prevent excessively variable...
• Page 111 KILOMETRE COUNTER (AND Press button A (fig. 109) for at MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY least two seconds to reset the trip TRIP METER) AND AUTOMATIC (fig. 110) meter. GEARBOX The multifunction display shows When pressing the button for less all the useful information necessary The following information is shown than two seconds, failure message when driving, more particularly:...
• Page 112 Car conditions CONNECT information Driver’s aiding system information Information managed by CONNECT: – Scheduled servicing – Cruise Control info – AUDIO function info – Engine oil level (JTD versions – Radar Cruise Control info – NAVIGATOR info (symbol repe- only) tition) The language used for indicating –...
• Page 113 START-UP CHECKS When turning the ignition key to MAR to start the engine, the system starts monitoring the main car sys- tems, the engine oil level (JTD ver- sions only) and indicates the next Scheduled Servicing. Check stage Message Meaning of the message Remarks Warning light/symbol –...
• Page 114 Use the dipstick to check that OIL LEVEL could exceed the oil level is not exceeding the maximum the MAX reference line If oil level is exceed- ing the MAX refer- ence line contact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible...
• Page 115 EXPIRED: 0 km perform the Scheduled programmed Scheduled Service Service operation operation Contact a Lancia Dealership as soon SCHEDULED Indicates that one year has as possible to carry out the pro- SERVICE past since last Scheduled...
• Page 116 INSTRUMENT GENERAL NOTES Failure indications displayed on the multifunction display are divid- Failure indications shown on the PANEL WARNING ed into two categories: very serious multifunction display together with failures and serious failures. The LIGHTS AND buzzer sounding and warning light message and the warning indication (if any), are accompanied by spe- MESSAGES...
• Page 117 The message and the warning indi- LEFT DIRECTION SIDE/TAILLIGHTS Ÿ cation corresponding to serious fail- INDICATOR The warning light comes ures are displayed alternately for on when side/taillights or The warning light comes few seconds. This “cycle” is repeat- parking lights are on. on when left direction indicators are ed for about 20 seconds and then on and, together with right direction...
• Page 118 The warning light goes off if the number of cases, they could trig- fault disappears but it is however ger accidentally. Stop the car and stored by the system. contact Lancia Dealership to have the system checked immediately.
• Page 119 In these conditions it is possible to continue driving without however requiring heavy effort or high speed from the engine. In any case, contact a Lancia Dealership as soon as If, turning the ignition key to MAR, the U warn- possible.
• Page 120 ABS system. It is however recommended to con- tact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible. In this case heavy brak- In the event of instrument panel ing may cause the rear...
• Page 121 In the event of instrument panel ment panel display, contact warning light failure, the warning immediately Lancia light on the multifunction display Dealership. comes on together with message “ESP INDICATOR FAULT”: con- tact a Lancia Dealership as soon as possible.
• Page 122 MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY Screen A (failure message) and B (warning message) (fig. 111) are an WARNING LIGHTS AND example of the indications displayed MESSAGES alternately. The following pages give a list of monitored car systems or parame- ters and the corresponding symbols, failure and warning messages that could be shown on the multifunction display.
• Page 123 Instrument dimmer Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Remarks – DIMMER Indicates the set lighting INSTRUMENT level (for instrument panel, display and buttons) Steering wheel lock Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Remarks STEERING LOCKED WHEN Steering will be locked when –...
• Page 124 Doors Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action DOOR OPEN The door indicated by the symbol Close the door indicated is not closed correctly DOORS OPEN The doors indicated by the sym- Close the doors indicated bol are not closed correctly...
• Page 125 Window anti-trap safety system Message Meaning of the message Action Warning light/symbol WINDOW ANTI-TRAP Front left-hand window Contact a Lancia SYSTEM FAULT anti-trap system sensor Dealership FRONT LEFT fault GO TO DEALER WINDOW ANTI-TRAP Front right-hand window...
• Page 126 Lancia CODE, Keyless System (CID device) and alarm system Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action ALARM FAULT Alarm system Contact a Lancia GO TO DEALER failure Dealership THEFT Theft has been See paragraph “Electronic ATTEMPTED attempted alarm” VEHICLE PROTECTION...
• Page 127 When outside temperature is high symbol displaying can be unper- ceivable è PLUG PREHEATING Plug preheating system Contact a Lancia FAULT fault Dealership GO TO DEALER Fuel level Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message...
• Page 128 SWITCH OFF ENGINE, sioners could not trigger in the event of DO NOT PROCEED collision or, in a restricted number of cases, they could trigger accidentally. Stop the car and contact Lancia Deal- ership to have the system checked im- mediately.
• Page 129 System setting in progress – UNAVAILABLE ABS SYSTEM FAULT ABS system failure: Contact a Lancia Dealership GO TO DEALER in this case the braking system keeps its effectiveness, but without the potential offered by the ABS system. Drive with the...
• Page 130 Meaning of the message x > EBD SYSTEM FAULT EBD system failure Stop the car and contact a SWITCH OFF ENGINE, Lancia Dealership DO NOT PROCEED The car is fitted with an electronic brakeforce distributor (EBD). The turning on at the same time of >...
• Page 131 Message Meaning of the message Action EPB FAULT Electric parking brake Contact a GO TO DEALER failure Lancia Dealership EPB INDICATOR FAULT Electric parking brake Contact a GO TO DEALER warning light failure Lancia Dealership EOBD (engine control system) Message...
• Page 132 Car speed Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action SPEED LIMIT Car speed is exceeding Reduce car speed EXCEEDED the limit set on the CONNECT SLOW DOWN Cruise Control Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Remarks Ü CRUISE CONTROL The Cruise Control (constant speed adjusting device) is activated...
• Page 133 à RADAR CRUISE CONTROL Radar Cruise Control Contact a FAULT failure Lancia Dealership GO TO DEALER à RCC FAULT DIRTY LENS System failure is due to radar Contact a GO TO DEALER sensor “blindness”...
• Page 134 (COMFORTRONIC) failure DEALER SLOWLY AUTOMATIC TRANSMIS- Electronic automatic Turn the engine off and contact SION OIL TEMP. HIGH transmission (COMFORTRONIC) a Lancia Dealership SWITCH OFF ENGINE, DO NOT PROCEED is too hot Power steering (VARIOSTEER) Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message...
• Page 135 Headlamp inclination adjustment system Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action HEADLAMP INCLINATION Headlamp inclination Contact a Lancia ADJUSTMENT adjustment system Dealership SYSTEM failure FAULT GO TO DEALER Brake fluid level Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action...
• Page 136 Engine oil pressure SENSOR FAULT sensor failure GO TO DEALER Low battery charge Message Meaning of the message Action Warning light/symbol ALTERNATOR FAULT Current generator Drive slowly to a Lancia GO TO failure resulting in Dealership DEALER SLOWLY poor car battery charge...
• Page 137 Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action WORN BRAKE PADS Brake pads are worn Contact a Lancia GO TO DEALER Dealership IMPORTANT Since the car is fit- ted with wear sensors for the front brake pads, when changing them,...
• Page 138 “Car maintenance” Side/taillights Message Meaning of the message Action Warning light/symbol SIDE LIGHT FAULT Front left-hand side light Contact a Lancia FRONT LEFT doesn’t turn on Dealership GO TO DEALER SIDE LIGHT FAULT Front right-hand side light Contact a Lancia FRONT RIGHT doesn’t turn on...
• Page 139 Direction indicators Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action INDICATOR LIGHT FAULT Front left-hand direction Contact a Lancia FRONT LEFT indicator doesn’t turn on Dealership GO TO DEALER INDICATOR LIGHT FAULT Front right-hand direction indica- Contact a Lancia FRONT RIGHT tor doesn’t turn on...
• Page 140 Number plate light Message Meaning of the message Action Warning light/symbol NUMBER PLATE LIGHT One or both number plate lights Contact a Lancia FAULT GO TO DEALER don’t turn on Dealership Inertia switch (Fuel cut-off switch) Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message...
• Page 141 Lancia SENSOR FAULT failure Dealership as soon as possible GO TO DEALER Parking sensors Warning light/symbol Message Meaning of the message Action PARKING SENSOR One or more parking sensor Contact a Lancia FAULT failure Dealership GO TO DEALER...
• Page 142 Twilight sensor Message Meaning of the message Action Warning light/symbol TWILIGHT SENSOR The twilight sensor, for switching Contact a Lancia FAULT on/off automatically the external Dealership GO TO DEALER lights is faulty Engine oil level sensor (JTD versions) Message Meaning of the message...

Page 143: Climate Control System

• Page 144 1 - Windscreen defrosting/demist- The climate control system can be The air is let into the passenger ing vents operated in one of the following compartment through a set of vents ways: on the dashboard, on the front door 2 - Front side windows defrost- panels, on the rear central tunnel, on ing/demisting vents –...
• Page 145 DIRECTIONAL AND The amount of air is adjusted with Fixed vents C (fig. 114) for control B: demisting or defrosting the front ADJUSTABLE VENTS O = all open side windows are located at the (fig. 113-114-115-116-117) dashboard ends. ç = all closed. The vents can be turned upwards or downwards and towards the left and the right with control A...
• Page 146 AIR VENTS Air vents (open) are actually used IMPORTANT When the outside only when the control for directing temperature is very high (over 30°C), The car is fitted with three air air flow on the instrument panel is to reach the selected temperature as vents set on the dashboard: two operated.

Page 147: Control System

• Page 148 IMPORTANT During air distribu- The following parameters and At each turning off, the system tion automatic management, all the functions can be adjusted manually: after storing control and function air distribution button leds are off. conditions, sets up the open recircu- –...
• Page 149 INITIALISING THE AIR FRONT CONTROL PANEL (fig. 121) CONDITIONING CONTROL UNIT Whenever the battery is electrically connected again or it is reloaded after being completely flat or after replacing one of the protection fuses, to restore the correct operation of the air conditioning, of the door locking and of the ESP system.
• Page 150 1 - Button for automatic system 8 - Inside temperature adjustment 15 - Button for turning on/off fast selection (driver side) knob (front passenger side) defrosting/demisting of windscreen, front side windows, rear window, 2 - Inside temperature adjustment 9 - Button for automatic system external rearview mirrors and wind- knob (driver side) selection (front passenger side)
• Page 151 BACK CONTROL PANEL 4 - System status display (AUTO, 8 - Button for fan speed increase FULL AUTO) (fig. 122) 9 - Button for air distribution 5 - Button for automatic system through front back vents 1 - Inside temperature adjustment selection (back-seat passengers) knob (back-seat passengers) 2 - Display for set inside tempera-...
• Page 152 HOW TO USE THE CLIMATE When the system is working auto- The temperature, air distribution matically, the only possible manual and fan speed settings can be CONTROL SYSTEM functions are: changed at any time during auto- The system can be switched on in matic system operation.
• Page 153 CONTROLS The set temperatures are shown on – HI function (maximum heating): the displays set near the respective this is switched on by turning the Knobs for adjusting air tempera- knobs. temperature knob to the right ture (2, 8 fig. 121 - 1 fig. 122) beyond the maximum value (32 °C).
• Page 154 To switch this function off, turn Buttons for adjusting front air flow shared between the temperature knob to the left and footwell vents (warmer air) distribution (10, 18 fig. 121) set the required temperature. and central and side dashboard Press these buttons to manually vents and the rear vents (cooler air).
• Page 155 When a combined function is set, if Buttons for adjusting rear air When a combined function is set, if a button is pressed the main func- a button is pressed the main func- distribution (6, 9 fig. 122) tion of the button pressed is activat- tion of the button pressed is activat- When the back control panel is ed, together with those already set.
• Page 156 Buttons for adjusting fan speed When the fan minimum speed is AUTO buttons set up (one bar on), by keeping (13, 14 fig. 121 – 7, 8 fig. 122) (automatic operation) pressed for at least two seconds but- (1, 9 fig. 121 - 5 fig. 122) Press respectively front control ton 14 (fig.
• Page 157 Should the system, as a result of MONO button REAR button (rear control panel manual settings, no longer be able to (set temperature and air distrib- activation) (11 fig. 121) assure the selected temperature in ution alignment) (16 fig. 121) Press the REAR button to switch the various passenger compartment the rear control panel on and to cut...
• Page 158 The climate control system can be – forced deactivation off (recircula- In addition, if the compressor is on deactivated also by the rear control tion always off, air taken from the and the outside temperature is over panel, when operating: press repeat- outside), both leds on the button will 5 °C, to prevent air polluted by edly or keep pressed button 7 (fig.
• Page 159 IMPORTANT The air recircula- Climate control system IMPORTANT Air at a temperature tion function will allow, according to lower than that of the outside air compressor off button (7 fig. 121) the system operation (i.e. heating or cannot be let in to the passenger Press the √...
• Page 160 The air let into the passenger com- Button for fast windscreen The fast windscreen demisting/ partment cannot be cooled when the defrosting function stays on for demisting/defrosting (15 fig. 121) compressor is off. Consequently: approx. 3 minutes after the engine Press this button: the climate con- coolant temperature exceeds 50 °C trol system will automatically switch...
• Page 161 Button for demisting/defrosting OFF button (system off) IMPORTANT The windows may mist up fast when the climate con- the heated rear window and The switch the climate control sys- trol system is off and in certain envi- external rearview mirrors tem off, keep pressed for at least two ronmental conditions.
• Page 162 Have the filter checked at least the fan, disengage air vents and set supplying a maximum power of 24 once year Lancia air distribution from central dash- W to supply the climate control sys- Dealership, ideally at the begin- board vents only before leaving the tem fan when the car is parked with ning of the summer.

Page 163: Supplementary Heater

• Page 164 – when the engine is running the 4 - In the following 50 seconds the IMPORTANT Although in a lesser system works only in “supplemen- control unit makes the fan reach quantity the heater burns fuel as the tary heater” mode. nearly its highest speed.
• Page 165 This function can be activated with – ignition key at MAR “Operate now” the CONNECT (from the main – partial battery rundown The option “Operate now” enables SETUP screen) or with the remote to warm the passenger compartment control. – fuel in reserve with the engine stopped and warm The system works with this mode on –...
• Page 166 The “parked-car heater” mode is During heater operation, messages IMPORTANT For safety reasons, automatically deactivated when one referred to the following conditions the timer must be programmed/con- of the following conditions takes are shown on CONNECT display: firmed at any activation and con- place: firmed not later than 24 hours since –...
• Page 167 – stationary: with the “programma- – if the fuel level in the tank is low HEATER ACTIVATION/ ble heater” mode controlled by the when the timer is activated. This con- DEACTIVATION WITH THE timer, the system conditions are con- dition is indicated with a message REMOTE CONTROL (fig.
• Page 168 This control is accepted by CON- – the led flashes for about 2 seconds Default activation length is 30 min- NECT only if: = the signal has not been received. utes but it can be changed through the following procedure: –...
• Page 169 Number of flashes of led B Heater activation length Checking and replacing the batteries 10 minutes To check the battery charge, press 20 minutes ON or OFF: if after about 5 seconds led B comes on with orange colour it 30 minutes means that the batteries are nearly 40 minutes...
• Page 170 The batteries must be replaced with OPERATION – coolant temperature lower than 30 new ones of the same type, available °C WITH ENGINE RUNNING at the usual sellers. – the climate control unit detects “Supplementary heater” mode To replace batteries: (according to sensor detected temper- atures) that fast passenger compart- This operating mode integrates the...
• Page 171 CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Maximum heat power about 5 kW HAZARD LIGHTS (fig. 124) Reduced heat power about 2,5 kW These come on when switch A is pressed, regardless of the position of Rated voltage 12 V the ignition key. Operating current 45W to 13.5V;...
• Page 172 FRONT FOG LIGHTS (fig. 125) Press again button A to switch the The rear fog lights will automatically lights off. be switched off when the engine is (where provided) stopped or when switching off the IMPORTANT The use of front fog Press button A to switch the fog dipped beam headlights or the front lights 5 on (when the outside lights...
• Page 173 INSTRUMENT HEATED REAR WINDOW FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH AND DIMMER (fig. 127) (fig. 128) CIRCUIT BREAKER Turn ring A upwards or downwards Press button A to switch the heated The car is fitted with two safety when the outside lights are on to re- rear window on/off.
• Page 174 If, after an accident, you Mechanical connections Anyway, door opening can smell petrol or see of outside handles are from the outside depends that the fuel feed system is active only if the doors on their conditions after leaking, do not reset the switches are locked.
• Page 175 Lift cover A set at the driver's left Circuit breaker is located on the left Initialising the control units of and press button B to reset the fuel side of the boot, inside a box directly the door locks, air conditioner cut-off switch.

Page 176: Electric Parking Brake

• Page 177 Automatic engagement In order to guarantee the IMPORTANT In certain cases, e.g. automatic operation of the the car is approaching an obstacle, it The parking brake is automatically handbrake, cut off the en- could be necessary to disengage the engaged whenever the engine is gine or open the driver’s side door parking brake manually without turned off and afterwards it cannot...
• Page 178 “Automatic parking brake” function IMPORTANT If, after the parking Proceed as follows: release the and the press “OK”. Deactivation of brake has been disengaged, the car accelerator pedal, press and keep automatic operation can be achieved starts moving at a speed higher than button A (fig.
• Page 179 Lancia Dealership because the is necessary to push manually the ing light on the multifunction display parking brake might not work.

Page 180: Manual Gearbox

• Page 181 ELECTRONIC STARTING THE ENGINE MOVING OFF The engine can be started only with After starting the engine at idle and AUTOMATIC the selector to P or N (fig. 137). while keeping the brake pedal GEARBOX pressed (Shift-lock safety), shift the For safety reasons, it is advisable to gear lever to D, or to the manual (COMFORTRONIC)
• Page 182 Do not tax the engine The ignition key can be extracted IMPORTANT In case of emer- until it has not reached from the ignition switch only when gency (failures, flat battery, etc.), it operating temperature. the gear lever is at P (Key-lock safe- is possible to remove the ignition key ty) and the ignition key is at STOP.
• Page 183 SELECTING THE AUTOMATIC/ AUTOMATIC OPERATION P - Parking MANUAL SEQUENTIAL To activate automatic operation, When parking the car shift the gear OPERATION move the lever to the right sector lever to this position. A gearbox (fig. 137) to one of the following device will block the driving wheels.
• Page 184 Before leaving the car, R - Reverse N - Neutral check that the electric Shift the lever to R with the car This is the position to be used when parking brake (EPB) is stationary, the engine running idle the car must be pushed or towed. on.
• Page 185 If the accelerator pedal is pressed Likely, during sudden braking, the The gear electronic control unit is rapidly, the gearbox selects the sporty lower gear is engaged to exploit the able to recognize hills as a result of driving programme to meet the re- engine braking action at best.
• Page 186 formance is requested in terms of Winter programme Kick down acceleration and maximum speed, When starting to drive with a When maximum acceleration is this gear is almost never selected. reduced road grip (snow-covered, required (e.g. during overtaking), if The electronic automatic gearbox icy road, etc.), the shift control unit the accelerator is rapidly and fully is fitted with a device reducing...
• Page 187 MANUAL SEQUENTIAL IMPORTANT If gear shift gener- If the lever is brought back to D the ates a runaway speed rate, such gear gearbox immediately starts to work OPERATION is cancelled by the electronic control automatically and will be engaged To use the manual sequential oper- unit and the driver is warned by a according to the type of driving...
• Page 188 If this message is displayed during perature high the car immediately to a driving, it means that there is a fail- Lancia Dealership to have the ure in the automatic gearbox. In this This message is displayed when the failure eliminated.
• Page 189 Even in this case, go to a – for about 15 seconds when the the engine with the appropriate Lancia Dealership to have the driver’s door is opened while the emergency battery according to the automatic gearbox checked.
• Page 190 TOWING THE CAR Before starting towing, ESP AND ASR disengage the parking SYSTEMS IMPORTANT To tow the car brake as described in the relevant paragraph and leave the observe local current laws and fol- low the instructions contained in Keyless System CID (if any) in the ESP SYSTEM (ELECTRONIC passenger’s compartment to pre- chapter “In an emergency”.
• Page 191 If the sensors detect the conditions ESP SYSTEM OPERATION The ESP core is a sensor, of aero- which might cause car skidding, the nautic origin, detecting the car rota- ESP is automatically started when ESP system affects the engine and tions around its vertical axis.
• Page 192 stantly changed and controlled in ASR FUNCTION (ANTISLIP The action of the ASR function is the attempt to keep the driver’s particularly useful in the following REGULATION) direction. conditions: General The ESP system considerably – internal wheel slipping when cor- increases the car safety in several nering due to load dynamic varia- The ASR function is part of the...
• Page 193 ASR function: in these instrument panel, to inform the dri- Lancia Dealership as soon as pos- conditions driving wheel slipping at ver that the car is in critical stability sible.
• Page 194 The following table summarizes warning light indications according to the different operating conditions. System condition Operating or failure conditions ASR button warning light ESP warning light on instrument panel Engine start up Warning light check On for about 3 seconds On for about 4 seconds (key turned to MAR) Driving in...

Page 195: Cruise Control

• Page 196 Turn ring B to position (+) to set Storing the speed Resetting the stored speed the speed reached or to increase the Move switch A to ON and take the To reset the stored speed after stored speed. car to the required speed normally. switching the device off, e.g.
• Page 197 Deleting the stored speed The cruise control can be switched on at speeds – by momentarily turning ring B to The stored speed is automatically higher than 30 km/h (40 (+): each turn of the ring will corre- deleted when: to 180 km/h for 2.4 JTD 20V CAE spond to a small speed increase –...
• Page 198 RADAR CRUISE The system is electronically con- Radar Cruise trolled, self-contained and, there- Control is not an anti-col- CONTROL (RCC) fore, does not require communica- lision device: it cannot tion with other vehicles or the pres- detect the presence of obstacles (where provided) ence of similar systems on the other on the road or stop the car in case...
• Page 199 IMPORTANT The system can only max. speed limit controlled by the CONTROLS (fig. 144) be switched on when the car speed system is exceeded. The Radar Cruise Control is oper- ranges from 30 to 160 km/h and is ated by three controls, as well as by automatically switched off by press- the accelerator (to increase speed) ing the brake pedal.
• Page 200 Ring A has four positions: When the system is on, that is, ring Every time ring B is turned, the A is in any position other than OFF, speed is increased or decreased by OFF: system off symbol ú lights up on the multi- about 1 km/h.
• Page 201 Storing the speed Resetting the stored speed Reducing the stored speed Move ring A to any position other If the system has been switched off The stored speed can be decreased than OFF and take the car to the by pressing the brake pedal, the in two ways: required speed.
• Page 202 Deleting the stored speed The maximum decelera- Detecting a vehicle with the tion performed by the sys- system active but not switched on The stored speed is automatically tem automatically is lim- deleted when: When the system is active (ring A ited compared to the actual brak- set to any position other than OFF), –...
• Page 203 Detecting a vehicle with the icon (if any) indicating the vehicle de- tected on the traffic lane will, on the system switched on contrary, remain visible. When the system is switched on by turning ring B to (+),any vehicle run- ning in front of the car (within 130 metres) and along the running path set distance...
• Page 204 multifunction display) warn the dri- Therefore, the Radar Cruise Control If the vehicle picked by the car fit- ver and invite him to resume speed does not ensure control when you are ted with Radar Cruise Control leaves control. driving in a queue; the driver must the radar sensor detection range, the therefore halt the car and start it off system could no longer be able to de-...
• Page 205 If a vehicle enters the same running When cornering (average-sharp At a slip-road (fig. 151-152), if fol- path as that of the car fitted with curve), any vehicle picked by the lowing a vehicle running at a speed Radar Cruise Control and sets too Radar Cruise Control could get out of lower than that set on the car fitted close to it (fig.
• Page 206 When reaching a steep cat's back The Radar Cruise Control FAULT INDICATION (fig. 153), the picked vehicle could features proper strategies System anomalies are signalled by get out of the radar detection range to keep adequate comfort the lighting of symbol à on the mul- (thus missing "picking").
• Page 207 The driver will be warned by a spe- In this case, clean the sensor protec- The sensor is built into cial display message when the system tion lens, shown in fig. 150 with a wet the front bumper: impacts is deactivated because the lens is cloth;...
• Page 208 Do not use the Radar IMPORTANT The Radar Cruise In the device is faulty or Cruise Control under poor Control can only be switched on when does not work, turn ring A visibility conditions (e.g.: the car speed ranges from 30 and 160 to OFF and contact a Lan- fog, heavy rain, snow, etc.), since km/h.
• Page 209 PARKING SENSOR The responsibility for Front sensors can be switched on parking manoeuvres and by pressing button A (fig. 155) other dangerous manoeu- placed on the central console in The parking sensor provides dis- vres always rests with the driver. front of the gear lever;...
• Page 210 10 cm. When the bumper needs re-painting or the sensor area needs touching-up with paint, contact a Lancia Dealership only. Incorrect appli- cation of paint could adversely affect the parking sensor opera- tion.
• Page 211 Sensor operating range Their position covers the middle Obstacles placed in the middle area and side areas of the car’s front and are detected at a distance of less The sensors allow the system to back (fig. 158). than approx. 0.9 m (front) and 1.50 monitor the car’s front and rear m (rear).
• Page 212 Obstacles placed in side areas are TOWING A TRAILER FAULT INDICATIONS detected at a distance of less than The system control unit checks all 0.6 m. the system components every time the ignition key is turned to MAR. Then, the sensors and their respec- Rear sensors are auto- tive electrical connections are con- matically switched off...

Page 213: Interior Equipment

• Page 214 To switch the courtesy lights on REAR CEILING LIGHT DOOR PUDDLE LIGHTS and off, press the respective buttons (fig. 160) (fig. 161) B. The courtesy lights will automat- This ceiling light includes a central A light is provided in the lower part ically go out after about 15 minutes light and two courtesy lights.
• Page 215 REARVIEW MIRROR LIGHTS SUN VISORS (fig. 163) COURTESY MIRRORS (fig. 164) (fig. 162) The sun visors can swing up or They are fitted on the back of the down or be pivoted sideways. sun visors: they can be accessed by The lower part of the external rotating the visors and lifting the rearview mirrors incorporate a light...
• Page 216 FRONT ASHTRAY AND CIGAR Always verify that the REAR ASHTRAYS (fig. 167) cigar lighter has been LIGHTER Two ashtrays are provided for rear switched off. seats: they are incorporated into rear The ashtray and cigar lighter are door panels. protected by a single flap. Press the flap in the point shown (fig.
• Page 217 GLOVE COMPARTMENT The lower part of the glove com- ODDMENT COMPARTMENT partment houses the Compact Disc (fig. 170) A glove compartment with light is player B (CD-changer, where fitted) located on the dashboard. The com- A pivoting oddment compartment and, on certain versions, the power partment has a flap and lock.
• Page 218 FRONT BOTTLE/CAN HOLDER CLIMATE-CONTROLLED To open the compartment air vent, lift control A (fig. 173). To close the (fig. 171) DRINK COMPARTMENT vent, lower control A. It is incorporated into the front The front armrest incorporates a To close the compartment, lower part of the central console.
• Page 219 Take care not to spill the ODDMENT COMPARTMENT ON DOOR POCKETS drinks. In any case, the THE DASHBOARD (fig. 174) Door pockets are located on the compartment is provided door panels: Oddment compartment A is placed with a hole on its bottom, through in front of the gear lever.
• Page 220 CENTRAL CONSOLE REAR BOTTLE/CAN HOLDER REAR ARMREST COMPARTMENT (fig. 177) (fig. 178) COMPARTMENT Versions with automatic, two-zone Bottle/can holder A is incorporated Inside the rear armrest is an odd- climate control system are provided in the rear armrest. ment compartment A (fig. 179), a with an oddment compartment A, card holder B and a power socket C.
• Page 221 – the power socket POWER SOCKET ELECTRIC SUNSHADE (fig. 181) – the remote control used for the It is located inside the rear armrest. The electric sunshade works with CONNECT HI-FI and TV functions ignition key at MAR. The power socket can be accessed –...
• Page 222 MAP POCKETS (fig. 182) (e.g. satellite antitheft device), or any other accessory that burden the (where provided) electric supply, contact your Lancia Paper pockets are located on the Dealership whose qualified person- back of the front seats. nel, besides suggesting the most suit- able devices belonging to the Fiat Auto S.p.A.
• Page 223 RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND SOLAR CELL IMPORTANT Best operation of the fan when the car is parked is CELLULAR TELEPHONES OPERATED obtained by closing completely the Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: windows and sunroof. Furthermore, SUNROOF e-tacs mobile phones, HAM radio to check operation at first speed of systems and the like) shall not be the fan, disengage air vents and set used inside the car unless a separate...
• Page 224 Improper use of the sun- The sunroof must not be SUNROOF OPENING/CLOSING roof can in any case be opened in the presence of AND PIVOTING dangerous, even if the snow or ice; otherwise, it All the sunroof functions (opening, anti-trap safety system is avail- could be damaged.
• Page 225 If this does not occur, con- (fig. 187 set at the corners be initialized again as follows: tact your Lancia Dealership. of the sunroof housing, are not 1) turn selector A clockwise and If the operation is interrupted obstructed.
• Page 226 CENTRAL SUNROOF AND To actuate central locking by Central locking can also be actuat- means of the remote control, keep ed by turning the key in the lock of WINDOW LOCKING SYSTEM button B (fig. 188) depressed for one of the front doors: keep the key Central locking/opening of sunroof more than 3 seconds after closing turned to 2 (fig.
• Page 227 SOLAR CELLS EMERGENCY MANOEUVRE 4) Insert the Allen screw wrench D into the hexagonal seat of the sun- The upper part of the sunroof In case the electric actuation device roof starter motor, then turn it: incorporates 21 solar cells that pro- fails to operate, the sunroof can be duce a maximum power of 24 W to actuated manually, proceeding as...
• Page 228 BOOT With the battery flat, or – a prolonged pressure of the but- after the interruption of ton will release the lock and open one of the protection the boot. The boot can be opened both from fuses, or if you want to disconnect the outside and the inside of the car.
• Page 229 OPENING FROM THE OUTSIDE OPENING BY MEANS OF THE If the electronic alarm is on, both the volumetric protection and the WITH THE KEY (fig. 193) REMOTE CONTROL boot control sensor will be switched The boot lock is electrified: press The tailgate can be opened from off, and the system will emit (except button A on the tailgate to open it.
• Page 230 FUNCTIONS THAT CAN BE – automatic locking of the boot, The following tables summarize door locks and fuel filler cap, when the operation logic of the boot lock, MODIFIED BY THE CONNECT the car speed exceeds 20 km/h. depending on the functions that MENU have been actuated.
• Page 231 Boot lock opening/closing by metal insert of the key Bound to central door locking Not bound to central door locking Central door locking system condition Press the tailgate but- Turn the key clock- Turn the key clock- Turn the key clock- To open the boot tailgate wise in the...
• Page 232 CLOSING THE BOOT BOOT CEILING LIGHT (fig. 195) LUGGAGE NETS The boot is equipped with a fixed To close the bonnet, The boot is lit by ceiling light A, net (fig. 196) set on the left side, which switches on automatically lower it down until you lay and (optional for versions/markets it on the lock, without...
• Page 233 The mobile net can be secured to To secure the net, insert hooks A ANCHORING THE LOAD one of the two positions provided in (fig. 200) in seats B then push The loads can be secured with belts the front part of the boot (fig. 197- downwards.
• Page 234 Heavy loads which are ten the luggage net (optional, can be not securely anchored IMPORTANT purchased at a Lancia Dealership). could seriously injure The car is equipped with a system passengers in the event of an that automatically keeps headlight accident.
• Page 235 POWER SOCKET (fig. 203) Do not use the socket for SKI TUNNEL (where provided) power devices with a (where provided) The tunnel can be used to trans- higher intake than that port long objects (e.g. skis). It is located on the right-hand side shown.
• Page 236 2) Lower the coating by pulling 3) Open the flap by pressing but- 4) Take protection D (fig. 207) out handgrip B (fig. 205). tons C (fig. 206). and lay it on the armrest. 5) From the boot, lower the flap by pressing handle A (fig.
• Page 237 After placing the load with the pro- 3) Secure the load by inserting the To release the protection with the tection, secure it by means of the attachment of belt A (fig. 210) into load: belt to prevent it from shifting in the buckle of the central rear safety 1) Release the belt by pressing the case of sudden braking or collision.
• Page 238 BONNET 3) Lift lever B (fig. 213) and IMPORTANT The bonnet is lifted release the bonnet from the safety by two gas struts (fig. 214). Do not retainer. tamper with the struts and follow the bonnet in its movement. 4) Lift the bonnet. Open the bonnet only when the car is station- ary.

Page 239: Fuel Filler Cap

• Page 240 In an emergency, the flap can be IMPORTANT The airtight seal of REFUELLING released by pulling wire B (fig. 216) the cap may lead to a slight increase To guarantee full tank filling, carry on the right-hand side of the boot of pressure in the tank.
• Page 241 DIESEL PARTICULATE Since this filter physically traps par- Diesel particulate filter clogged ticulates, it shall be cleaned (re- FILTER (DPF) When the Diesel particulate filter is claimed) at regular intervals by burn- (2.4 JTD CAE version) clogged, the instrument panel warn- ing carbon particles.

Page 242: Roof Rack

• Page 243 HEADLIGHTS Each headlight is equipped with an Operation electronic control unit used to con- Light is projected onto the road by trol supply voltage. Due to high bril- GAS-DISCHARGE (BI-XENO) means of a spherical glass lens with liancy, bi-Xeno headlights require a large surface (70 mm diameter).
• Page 244 Actuator control IMPORTANT In case of faults, To avoid oscillation of the anti- depends on the processing of the sig- contact a Lancia Dealership. dazzling beam in case of particular nals from two orientation sensors. road surfaces (paved surfaces, dirt...
• Page 245 – Failed connection of actuators: if HEADLAMP ORIENTATION FOR To carry out this opera- the control signal is failing, the actu- tion, contact a Lancia LEFT-/RIGHT HAND DRIVE ators will be brought back to the Dealership. The car headlights are equipped...

Page 246: Eobd System

• Page 247 system comes into operation, elimi- ABS OPERATION nating hydraulic pressure only from The electronic control unit receives the brake caliper of the locked wheel GENERAL and processes the signals from the and, as soon as the latter start spin- brake pedal and from the four sen- If this is the first car with ABS you ning again, brakes it again, thus sors on the wheels.
• Page 248 Drive the car extremely carefully possibility of skidding. Drive the Excessive use of engine to the nearest Lancia Dealership car extremely carefully to the braking (gears too short to have the ABS system checked.

Page 249: Sound System

• Page 250 Speakers on the rear window – two high-performance sub- System characteristics include woofers (230 mm diameter), fitted crystalline treble and full, rich bass- shelf (fig. 225) on the rear window shelf es. Furthermore, the complete range Speakers C are located at the ends of tones is played in the entire pas- –...

Page 251: Starting The Engine

• Page 252 3) On versions with manual gear- avoid damaging catalyst. box, set the gear lever to neutral and Contact a Lancia Dealership. 5)Press the clutch pedal down to press the clutch pedal fully down to the floor. avoid the starter dragging the gears.
• Page 253 50 the engine off. If starting is particularly diffi- to 60 °C. cult,(with the Lancia CODE system IMPORTANT After a taxing drive working properly) do not keep try- you should allow the engine to ing too many times.
• Page 254 For cars equipped with EMERGENCY START-UP Never bump start the turbosupercharger engine (by pushing, tow- If the Lancia CODE system fails to particular, but generally ing or coasting downhill) recognise that code transmitted by for any kind of cars, avoid abrupt...
• Page 255 PARKING IMPORTANT Best operation of Never leave unsuper- the fan when the car is parked is vised children in the car; obtained by closing completely the always remove the keys To park the car, proceed as fol- windows and sunroof. Furthermore, and take them with you when you lows: to check operation at first speed of...

Page 256: Safe Driving

• Page 257 Driving while drunk or Take care when fitting Make sure that any mats under the influence of additional spoilers, alloy are appropriate in size: drugs or certain medi- rims and wheel caps: they hindrance, even cines is dangerous both for you might reduce ventilation of the slight, to the braking system may and other road users.
• Page 258 – Do not drive too many hours at a – Keep a greater safety distance Here is some advice for driving in time but stop at intervals to stretch from the cars in front of you than the rain: your legs and recoup your energy. during daylight hours: it is hard to –...
• Page 259 DRIVING IN FOG – Do not overtake other vehicles if DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS you can help it. If the fog is thick, do not start out – When driving downhill use the on a journey unless you absolutely – If you are forced to stop your car engine braking effect by engaging a have to.
• Page 260 DRIVING ON SNOW AND ICE DRIVING WITH ABS – The ABS prevents the wheels from locking, but it does not – Here are some tips for driving in The ABS is a braking system that increase actual grip conditions these conditions: essentially offers two advantages: between tyre and road.
• Page 261 CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS AND Roof rack/ski rack Remove the roof or ski racks from POLLUTION the car as soon as they are no longer needed. These accessories reduce the Some suggestions which may help Tyres aerodynamic penetration of the car you to keep the running costs of the and will increase consumption.
• Page 262 Spoilers Gear selections Acceleration The use of optional extras which As soon as the traffic and road con- Accelerating violently increasing are not certified for specific use on ditions allow it, shift to a higher the revs will greatly effect consump- the car may reduce the aerodynamic gear.
• Page 263 Traffic and road conditions CHEAP RUNNING THAT RESPECTS THE Heavy traffic and higher consump- ENVIRONMENT tion are synonymous, for example when driving slowly with frequent use of lower gears or in towns where Environmental protection has been LOOKING AFTER EMISSION there are numerous traffic lights.
• Page 264 Ignoring the above rules engine and have the car seen at a shields and do not remove may lead to fire. Lancia Dealership as soon as you those already fitted to the can. catalytic converter and exhaust When the instrument panel fuel pipe.

Page 265: Towing A Trailer

• Page 266 TOW HITCH INSTALLATION For the electric connections, a 7 INSTALLATION DIAGRAM (fig. 1) pole 12VDC coupling must be used The tow hitch must be fixed to the Fasten the tow hitch in the points (CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN stan- body by an expert in accordance marked with (1) using 18 M10 dards).
• Page 267 L0A0264b fig. 1...

Page 268: Winter Tyres

Page 269: snow chains, page 270: storing the car.

• Page 271 – round-nosed scissors, repeatedly. – work gloves, - fire extinguisher. These articles are all available from Lineaccessori Lancia range. This operation must be carried outdoor. Exhaust gas contains car- bon monoxide, an extremely toxic gas.

Page 272: In An Emergency

Page 273: jump starting, page 274: bump starting.

• Page 275 IF A TYRE If the wheel is being The jack should only be changed on a steep or used to change a wheel on IS PUNCTURED badly surfaced road, the car for which it was place wedges or other suitable designed.
• Page 276 CHANGING Change the wheel as follows: 4) Open the boot. 1) Stop the car so that it is not a 5) Fold the boot carpet A (fig. 4). A WHEEL hazard for other road users or your- 6) Take out the warning triangle A self when changing the wheel.
• Page 277 8) Unscrew manually the jack han- 9) Open the tool bag and take out 8 – wrench for power steering re- dle A (fig. 7) and remove it from the the tools to be used (fig. 8): servoir cap screws container B.
• Page 278 11) Place the bushing A (fig. 11) 13) Position the jack under the car Warn anyone nearby for the wheel bolts on the ratchet near the wheel to be replaced in the that the car is about to be wrench B. point shown on the panelling at lifted.
• Page 279 14) Turn the jack handle A 15) Insert the ratchet wrench A 17) Loosen the wheel bolts and (fig. 13) by hand so to open it par- (fig. 14) with the bolt bush B on the remove the wheel. tially and position the jack under the jack groove.
• Page 280 19) On versions with alloy rims, to Wheel bolts are specific 20) Lower the car and remove the make the wheel fitting easier, screw for the type of rim (alloy jack (fig. 18). the pin A (fig. 16), provided in the or steel) fitted.
• Page 281 - fig. 20 = versions with steel rims. the wheel bolt tightening checked into B (fig. 8) and clamp it by at a Lancia Dealership as soon as 22) On versions with alloy rims, screwing handle A (fig. 8) manually possible.
• Page 282 Due to high voltage, the malfunctions with the risk of fire. bulb of bi-Xeno gas-dis- charge headlights must only be replaced by experts: dan- ger of death! Contact the Lancia Dealership. Only touch the metal part when handling halo- The bulbs of (bi-Xeno) bulbs.
• Page 283 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TYPES OF BULBS – When a light is not working, Different types of bulbs are check that it has not fused before installed in the car (fig. 22): changing the bulb. A - All glass bulbs – For the location of the fuses, refer to “If a fuse blows”...
• Page 284 Bulb Ref. figure 22 Type Power Gas-discharge Main beam headlights/Dipped beam headlights – Additional main beam headlights Front sidelights H21W Front direction indicators WY5W Side direction indicators Rear direction indicators – – Front fog lights Taillights – – Brake lights –...
• Page 285 It is therefore recommended to ger of death! Contact the Lancia the bulbs replaced at Lancia Dealership. Dealership. fig. 23...
• Page 286 A and remove the cluster under the engine. For this reason, it from the back 2. is suggested to have the bulbs replaced at a Lancia Dealership. 2) Turn the direction indicator anticlockwise and remove the bulb holder B.
• Page 287 If the lights break down partially E - B type, 12V-P21W bulb for To replace the bulbs: or completely go to a Lancia rear fog light. 1) Open the tailgate and lift the Dealership. 4) After replacing the bulbs, refit covering A (fig.
• Page 288 To replace the bulb: If the third brake light breaks down partially or completely go to a 1) Remove the lens using a screw- Lancia Dealership. FRONT CEILING LIGHT driver as a lever in point A. To replace the bulbs: 2) Remove the bulb B by releasing the side contacts and then replace it.
• Page 289 2) Loosen the screws C (fig. 32) 4) Remove the clipped in glass REAR CEILING LIGHT and remove the ceiling light. bulbs from the bulb holder and To replace the bulbs: replace them. 3) To remove bulb holders turn 1) Remove the ceiling light by lev- them anticlockwise (fig.
• Page 290 A - Central ceiling light bulb. GLOVE COMPARTMENT LIGHT 2) Press the two sides of shield B (fig. 37) at the fastening clips and B - Courtesy light bulbs. To replace the bulb: turn it. 3) Remove clipped in glass bulbs 1) Remove the lens by using a 3) Replace the clipped in bulb C.
• Page 291 COURTESY MIRROR LIGHTS 3) Remove the bulbs C (fig. 39) BOOT LIGHT releasing them from the side con- To replace the courtesy mirror To replace the bulb: tacts and replace them. bulbs: 1) Remove the lens by using a 4) Refit the mirror inserting first 1) Lift the mirror cover A (fig.
• Page 292 3) Replace the clipped in bulb C . DOOR LIGHTS (fig. 42) DOOR MIRROR LIGHTS (fig. 43) 4) Close the shield by clipping it To replace the bulb: into its housing. To replace the bulb: 1) Remove the lens by using a 5) Refit the lens by inserting side D screwdriver as a lever on clip A.

Page 293: If A Fuse Blows

• Page 294 FUSE LOCATION To reach the fuses: The systems and devices protected by the general fuses (fig. 70) are The main fuses of THESIS are con- 1) Open the tailgate. listed on the following pages. tained into four fuse boxes, to be 2) Loosen knob A (fig.
• Page 295 FUSES IN THE DASHBOARD Spare fuses A (fig. 72) are housed in IMPORTANT Remember horizontal position in the upper part of replace the spare fuse after replacing The fuses protecting the main the fusebox. The spare fuse present a fuse. devices are arranged in a fusebox various amperages.
• Page 296 The devices protected by the fuses FUSES IN THE BOOT The spare fuses, with different (fig. 75) are listed in the tables on amperage, are housed in vertical The fusebox (fig. 77) is located on the following pages. position at the sides of the fusebox. the right side of the boot, inside the After replacing the fuses refit the service compartment.
• Page 297 MIDI-FUSE and MEGA-FUSE Fuse Ampere Location Dashboard fusebox 1 fig. 70 Dashboard fusebox 2 fig. 70 Boot fusebox fig. 70 Engine compartment fusebox fig. 70 Exterior lights Fuse Ampere Location External light control (twilight sensor adjustment) fig. 73 Direction indicators fig.
• Page 298 Interior lights Fuse Ampere Location Boot ceiling light 19 (*) fig. 78 13 (*) fig. 73 Passenger compartment rear ceiling light 19 (*) fig. 78 13 (*) fig. 73 Door puddle lights 19 (*) fig. 78 13 (*) fig. 73 (*) As an alternative for certain versions/markets Devices and utilities Fuse...
• Page 299 Devices and utilities Fuse Ampere Location Horn fig. 75 Windscreen wiper controls fig. 73 Brake light control (NC) fig. 73 Brake light control (NA) fig. 73 Ignition switch fig. 75 Air conditioner compressor fig. 75 Cruise Control (satellite controls) fig. 73 Cruise Control (Adaptive point) fig.
• Page 300 Devices and utilities Fuse Ampere Location Engine control system point interface fig. 75 Brake system point interface fig. 73 Headlight washers fig. 75 Heated rear window fig. 73 Automatic gearbox starter fig. 75 fig. 73 Passenger position point fig. 78 Steering lock point fig.
• Page 301 Devices and utilities Fuse Ampere Location Passenger door point (power supply) fig. 73 Instrument panel point fig. 73 fig. 73 Steering angle sensor point 19 (*) fig. 78 (*) As an alternative for certain versions/markets 13 (*) fig. 73 fig. 73 Parking sensor point fig.
• Page 302 Devices and utilities Fuse Ampere Location Heated windscreen defroster fig. 73 Windscreen wiper nozzle defroster fig. 73 fig. 73 Comfort driver’s seat fig. 78 Comfort front passenger’s seat fig. 78 Electric driver’s seat (movement) fig. 78 Electric front passenger’s seat (movement) fig.
• Page 303 IF BATTERY IS TO BE DISCONNECTED Battery is housed on the left side of 2) Depress manually the inside hook turn the key anticlockwise in the lock, the luggage compartment, protected A (fig. 80) of the boot lock, and push and at the same time slightly press the by cover B (fig.
• Page 304 DISCONNECTING THE It is not possible to close INITIALISING THE CONTROL the boot when battery is UNLOADED BATTERY UNITS OF THE DOOR LOCKS, discharged discon- AIR CONDITIONER AND ESP Should the discharged battery be nected for the purpose of being re- SYSTEM disconnected (to have it charged placed/ charged again: do not try...

Page 305: If The Battery Is Flat

Page 306: towing the car.

• Page 307 If you cannot set the gear lever to tow on the road. neutral, do not tow the car but con- tact a Lancia Dealership.

Page 308: Jacking The Car

• Page 309 IF AN ACCIDENT – In pile-ups on the motorway, IF ANYONE IS INJURED particularly when the visibility is Never leave the injured person alone. OCCURS bad, there is a high risk of other The obligation to provide assistance vehicles running into those already exists even for those not directly in- stopped.
• Page 310 – antiseptic plasters of different sizes The first-aid kit and the fire extin- guisher are included in the Lineac- – a roll of plaster cessori Lancia range. – a pack of cotton wool – a bottle of disinfectant – a packet of paper handkerchiefs...

Page 312: Car Maintenance

Page 313: service schedule.

• Page 314 thousands of kilometres nspect conditions of timing belt ç ç Replacement of timing gear drive belt (*) and Poly-V accessory drive belt ç Replace spark plugs (3.2 versions) ç Replace spark plugs (2.0 TB) ç ç ç ç Check engine control systems via diagnostic socket ç...

Page 315: Additional Checks

• Page 316 – for short, repeated trips (less should be changed in relation to how Be careful not to mix up you use the car, contact a Lancia than 7-8 km) with outside tempera- the various types of fluids ture below zero Dealership.
• Page 317 IMPORTANT - Diesel filter IMPORTANT - Dust/pollen filter IMPORTANT - Battery The different grades of purity in If the car is often used in dusty or The charge in your battery should diesel fuel normally available might extremely polluted environments, be checked, where possible at the make it necessary to replace the fil- you should change the filter element...

Page 318: Checking Fluid Levels

• Page 319 fig. 3 - 2.4 JTD version L0A0345b 1) Engine oil 2) Brake fluid 3) Windscreen/rear window and headlight washer fluid 4) Engine coolant 5) Power steering fluid fig. 4 - 2.4 JTD - 2.4 JTD CAE versions L0A0341b...
• Page 320 fig. 5 - 3.0 V6 CAE version L0A0342b 1) Engine oil 2) Brake fluid 3) Windscreen/rear window and headlight washer fluid 4) Engine coolant 5) Power steering fluid fig. 6 - 3.2 V6 CAE version L0A0358b...
• Page 321 IMPORTANT If during a routine mately one litre of oil. check you will find that the oil level is above the MAX reference line, contact a Lancia Dealership to Be very careful under the have the proper level restored. bonnet: you risk burning yourself.
• Page 322 IMPORTANT The oil consump- Used engine oil and re- ENGINE COOLANT (fig. 13) tion depends on the driving style and placed oil filters contain the conditions under which the car is substances which can harm used. the environment. We recommend you have the car seen to at a Lan- Do not remove the reser- cia Dealership for the oil and filter...
• Page 323 Lancia Dealership. In For topping up, remove cap A, – With the engine running, turn the case of need, lacking the speci-...
• Page 324 Should it happen, immediately wash with water. Oil consumption is ex- tremely low. If the oil level needs topping up again af- ter a short period of time, have the system checked for leakage at a Lancia Dealership. fig. 16...
• Page 325 Brake fluid is poisonous WINDSCREEN/REAR Certain commercial and highly corrosive. In additives for windscreen WINDOW/HEADLIGHT the event of accidental washers are inflammable. WASHER FLUID (fig. 17) contact, wash the parts involved The engine compartment con- To top up, remove cap A and filler immediately with neutral soap and tains hot components which may water, then rinse thoroughly.

Page 326: Air Cleaner

• Page 327 Under normal condition of use top- Have the dust/pollen filter checked stances that are very ping up the electrolyte with distilled once a year at a Lancia Dealership, harmful for the environ- water is therefore not required. A preferably at the onset of summer.
• Page 328 (free-hand phone kit, etc.) If the battery is not fitted with electrolyte level indicator, the relevant checks visit a Lancia Dealership. They must only be carried out by authorised personnel. can suggest the most suitable...
• Page 329 (–). of the battery electrolyte freezing operation must be carried out by a Lancia Dealership. (this may even occur at –10 °C). If the car is inactive for a long period Charging should be slow at a low of time, refer to “Storing the car”, in...
• Page 330 LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF require permanent electric supply, YOUR BATTERY 70 Ah 42 mA visit a Lancia Dealership, whose To prevent rapidly draining the 80 Ah 48 mA qualified personnel, in addition to battery and ensure that it continues...

Page 331: Spark Plugs

• Page 332 WHEELS Tyre pressure must be If the pressure is too low correct to ensure good the tyre overheats and AND TYRES road holding. this can cause it serious damage. TYRE PRESSURE Check the pressure of each tyre, including the spare, every two weeks Wrong pressure causes uneven and before long journeys.
• Page 333 If any of these occur, have the car use. Remember to check the spare tyre particularly carefully too seen to at a Lancia Dealership. Avoid overloading your car: this If a replacement is necessary, always use new tyres and avoid can seriously damage wheels and tyres.

Page 334: Windscreen Wipers

• Page 335 The blades must also be perfectly Replacing the blades SPRAY NOZZLES (fig. 21) clean before starting the check. If (fig. 20) If there is no jet of liquid, first required, clean the corners with make sure that there is liquid in the To replace the windscreen wiper warm water and soap.
• Page 336 Before summer, have the system of the ESP system. It is necessary to the headlights are on. checked at a Lancia Dealership. perform the initialisation operations contained in the paragraph “If battery is to be disconnected” in the chapter “In an emergency”.
• Page 337 For your THESIS, LANCIA has used leading-edge technological solutions to effectively protect the body from rust.
• Page 338 TIPS FOR KEEPING THE BODY Before cleaning Detergents pollute water. windscreen (e.g. at filling For this reason the car IN GOOD CONDITIONS stations), make sure to must be washed in an have deactivated the rain sensor area equipped for the collection Paintwork and turned the ignition key to and purification of the liquids...
• Page 339 Suitable car cleaning products are When drying the car, be careful to Windows available at Lancia Dealerships. get at those parts which are not so Use specific window cleaners to easily seen e.g. the door frames, bon- clean the windows.
• Page 340 Engine compartment INTERIORS Do not keep aerosol cans in the car. There is the At the end of each winter season, risk they might explode. From time to time check that water carefully clean the engine compart- Aerosol cans must never be has not collected under the mats ment without directing the water jet exposed to a temperature above...
• Page 341 CLEANING VELVET SEATS CLEANING LEATHER SEATS STEERING WHEEL/GEAR AND FABRICS LEVER KNOB WITH GENUINE – Remove the dry dirt with a LEATHER COVERING chamois leather or very slightly – Remove dust with a soft brush moist loth without exerting too and vacuum cleaner.

Page 342: Technical Specifications

• Page 343 The plate (fig. 4) is applied on the B - Colour name front axle inner bonnet panel. C - LANCIA colour code H - Maximum vehicle weight on rear axle D - Respray and touch up code I - Engine type...
• Page 344 ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS Engine code Bodywork version 2.0 TB 841E000 841AXA1B 03D 841AXA1B 03E (**) 841AXA1B 03F (*) 841D000 841AXB1B 00C 841AXB1B 00D (*) 2.4 CAE 841D000 841AXB11 04C 841AXB11 04D (*) 2.4 JTD 841P000 841AXN11 10 841N000 (**) 841AXH11 06B (**) 841AXM11 09 (**) 3.2 V6 CAE...
• Page 345 ENGINE 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE GENERAL FEATURES Engine code 841E000 841D000 841D000 Location Front, Front, Front, transversally-mounted transversally-mounted transversally-mounted Cycle Otto Otto Otto 5 in line 5 in line 5 in line Number and layout of cylinders Number of valves per 4 - Hydraulic 4 - Hydraulic 4 - Hydraulic...
• Page 346 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE GENERAL FEATURES 841H000 841L000 Engine code Front, Front, Location transversally-mounted transversally-mounted Diesel Otto Cycle 5 in line 6 V, 60° Number and layout of cylinders 4 - Hydraulic 4 - Hydraulic Number of valves per tappets tappets cylinder...
• Page 347 FUEL FEED - IGNITION 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Fuel feed BOSCH ME7 BOSCH ME3.1 BOSCH ME3.1 Multipoint sequential Multipointsequential Multipointsequential electronic injection, electronic injection electronic injection electronically controlled variable geometry turbosupercharger with intercooler Ignition Static electronic Static electronic Static electronic integral with integral with integral with...
• Page 348 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Fuel feed BOSCH COMMON BOSCH ME7 RAIL MULTIJET Multipointsequential direct injection, electronic injection BOSCH RADIALJET injection pump, electronically controlled variable geometry turbosupercharger with intercooler Ignition Static electronic integral with ignition and single coil Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 Injection order 1-2-4-5-3...
• Page 349 TRANSMISSION 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Gearbox Mechanical Mechanical Automatic gearbox gearbox with gearbox with with five forward six forward gears six forward gears gears and reverse and reverse and reverse with synchromesh with synchromesh Clutch Single disc, Single disc, hydraulically hydraulically controlled controlled...
• Page 350 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Gearbox Automatic gearbox Automatic gearbox with five forward with five forward gears and reverse gears and reverse Clutch Drive Front Front 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Service brakes: - front Self-ventilated discs Self-ventilated discs - rear Self-ventilated discs Self-ventilated discs Electric parking...
• Page 351 SUSPENSIONS 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Front Independent wheel, Independent wheel, Independent wheel, 5-link Multilink type, 5-link Multilink type, 5-link Multilink type, with aluminium with aluminium with aluminium wishbones, anti-roll bar, wishbones, anti-roll bar, wishbones, anti-roll bar, coil springs and coil springs and coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers.
• Page 352 2.4 JTD Front Independent wheel, Independent wheel, 5-link Multilink type, 5-link Multilink type, with aluminium with aluminium wishbones, anti-roll bar, wishbones, anti-roll bar, coil springs and coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers. telescopic shock absorbers. Telescopic shock absorbers Telescopic shock absorbers with continuous damping with continuous damping action variation...
• Page 353 STEERING 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Control Rack-and-pinion Rack-and-pinion Rack-and-pinion power steering gear. power steering gear. steering gear, with Optional, where provided, Optional, where provided, VARIOSTEER hydraulic (VARIOSTEER) hydraulic (VARIOSTEER) hydraulic power steering power steering (power power steering (power (power steering steering variable steering variable variable with speed)
• Page 354 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Control Rack-and-pinion Rack-and-pinion steering gear, with steering gear, with VARIOSTEER hydraulic VARIOSTEER hydraulic power steering power steering (power steering (power steering variable with speed) variable with speed) Steering column Energy-absorbing Energy-absorbing jointed steering jointed steering column with column with manual or electric...
• Page 355 WHEELS 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Standard tyres 7Jx16 H2-39 7Jx16 H2-39 7Jx16 H2-39 Rims 215/60 R16 (95W) 215/60 R16 (95W) 215/60 R16 (95W) Tyres 215/60 ZR16 (95W) 215/60 ZR16 (95W) 215/60 ZR16 (95W) Optional tyres 7Jx17 H2-41 7Jx17 H2-41 7Jx17 H2-41 Rims 225/50 R17 (94W) 225/50 R17 (94W)
• Page 356 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Standard tyres Rims 7Jx16 H2-39 7Jx16 H2-39 Tyres 215/60 R16 (95W) 215/60 R16 (95W) 215/60 ZR16 (95W) 215/60 ZR16 (95W) Optional tyres Rims 7Jx17 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)
• Page 357 RIMS AND TYRES CORRECT TYRE READING 225 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm between sides) Alloy rims or steel. Below, please find the instructions needed to understand the meaning = Percentage height/width Tubeless tyres with radial carcass. of the code stamped on the tyre, as ratio (H/S) The homologated tyres are listed in shown in fig.
• Page 358 Load index (capacity) Maximum speed index CORRECT RIM READING 60 = 250 kg up to 160 km/h 84 = 500 kg Below, please find the instructions 61 = 257 kg 85 = 515 kg up to 170 km/h needed to understand the meaning 62 = 265 kg 86 = 530 kg up to 180 km/h...
• Page 359 WHEEL GEOMETRY 2.0 TB 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE 2.4 CAE Front wheels (STD A): – caster angle 2° 40’ 2° 40’ 2° 40’ 2° 40’ – kingpin angle –50’ ± 20’ –50’ ± 20’ –50’ ± 20’ –50’ ± 20’ –...
• Page 360 DIMENSIONS The sizes are in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres. Slight size changes with optional tyres. Height is intended for an unladen car. Boot volume (as per VDA standards): 400 dm (*) = 3.0 V6 CAE and 3.2 V6 CAE versions L0A0171b fig.
• Page 361 WEIGHTS 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Empty weight (including all fluids, fuel tank at 90 % and with no optional): 1,780 1,760 1,790 Payload (*) including the driver Maximum admitted loads (**): – front axle 1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300 –...
• Page 362 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Empty weight (including all fluids, fuel tank at 90 % and with no optional): 1,820 1,820 Payload (*) including the driver Maximum admitted loads (**): – front axle 1,300 1,300 – rear axle 1,300 1,300 –...
• Page 363 CAPACITIES 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE Prescribed fuels Recommended product Fuel tank: litres Unleaded petrol with a RON – including a reserve of litres not lower than 95 – – – Fuel tank: litres Diesel fuel for motor – – – –...
• Page 364 2.4 JTD 3.2 V6 Prescribed fuels Recommended product Fuel tank: litres – Unleaded petrol with a RON – including a reserve of litres – not lower than 95 Fuel tank: litres Diesel fuel for motor vehicles – – including a reserve of litres (Specification EN590) –...

Page 365: Fluids And Lubricants

• Page 366 Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids Applications for correct car operation and lubricants TUTELA CAR TECHNYX Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85 that passes Mechanical gearbox and Contractual Technical API GL 4 specifications Plus, Fiat 9.55550. differential petrol version Reference N° F010.B05 Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85, that pass Mechanical gearbox and TUTELA CAR MATRYX...

Page 367: Fuel Consumption

• Page 368 EMISSION IN EXHAUST The CO emission in exhaust shown in the following tables refers to the combined consumption. emissions according to 2.0 TB 2.4 CAE 2.0 JTD 3.2 V6 CAE Directive 1999/100/CE (g/km)
• Page 370 INDEX - manually deactivating - rear........67 BS system ......245 the rear side bags....94 Ashtray - EBD electronic - front ......... 215 - passenger’s brakeforce distributor ..245 - rear ........215 front air bag ..... 90 Accessories purchased by ASR system ......
• Page 371 Bodywork paint Bose HI-FI audio system ..248 attery identification plate ....342 Bottle/can holder - checking the battery Bodywork versions (codes) ..343 - front ......... 217 charge........ 327 Bonnet ........237 - rear ........219 - disconnecting the loaded Boot Brake and hydraulic battery .......
• Page 372 - presetting for mounting emissions......367 the “Type Isofix” child restraint CODE Card Schedule ......314 system........ 85 (Lancia CODE system) ..28 - Scheduled Servicing ..309 Children CONNECT controls ....15 - Service Schedule ....312 (transport in safety) .... 81 CONNECT infotelematic Carrying children safely ..
• Page 373 Dead lock device (doors) ..56 - door pockets ..... 218 - emergency Delayed light switching off disengagement ....178 - initialising the control (Follow me home) ....99 Electric sunshade ....220 units of the door locks, Diesel filter Electric windows ....
• Page 374 - what triggers the alarm Engine - ESP system action ..... 192 off ........42 - identification code .... 341 - failure indication ....192 Electronic automatic gearbox - marking ......341 - initialising the control units - technical specifications ..344 (COMFORTRONIC).....
• Page 375 Front fog lights - level gauge ......108 andles ........ 221 Fuel consumption ....366 - bulb replacement ....285 Hazard lights ......170 Fuel cut-off switch and circuit - control ......171 Headlight washer breaker......... 173 Front passenger presence sensor - control ......
• Page 376 If a tyre is punctured - CID device ......44 ey ........27 (changing a wheel) ....274 - CID device battery - actuation logic of the boot replacement ....... 53 If an accident occurs ....308 lock by means of the metal - door unlocking to insert .........
• Page 377 Manual gearbox ..... 179 - towing a trailer ....211 ambda sensors ....- technical specifications ..348 Performance ......358 Lancia CODE (system) ..26 Model plate ......341 Power socket - CODE Card ...... 28 MSR system ......192 - in the boot ......
• Page 378 - Comfort Seats ....68 - locking the door and afe driving ......255 leaving the car ....50 - head restraints ....66 - before getting behind the - failure indication ....53 - heating ......67 wheel........255 - “Garage”...
• Page 379 Ski tunnel ......... 234 - JTD versions ...... 251 - technical specifications ..170 Snow chains ......268 - jump starting....... 272 Suspensions Solar cell operated sunroof ..222 - petrol versions ..... 251 - technical specifications..350 - central locking/opening..225 Steering Symbols ........
• Page 380 - maintenance ....... 331 - fluid ........324 Windscreen washer blades - pressure (important) ..331 - maintenance ....... 333 - winter tyres ......267 Windscreen wiper - blade maintenance ..... 333 seful accessories ....270 - control ........ 101 Windscreen wiper spray nozzles olumetric protection ....
• Page 381 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...
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Just looking on the Lancia website,the Thesis seems to be an upmarket version of the 166,some of the engines are the same, it has similar rear lights to the original maserati coupe and even a skyhook suspension suspension option(electronically controlled dampers I think),I must say some of the interiors look lovely. Pity Lancia withdrew from the UK market,but of course they were plagued by terminal rust problems.  

Don't think Thesis were plagued by terminal rust problems. Really?  

But its also upmarket in price - the dealer has one here but no one would pay that high price for a Lancia  

OMG!! The front end is hideous!! Quite like the interior though. Mind you, the 166 wins hands down on all accounts!!  

You do know that Lancia are coming back to the UK, right? I spotted it in Design Week last week: "The brand will return to the UK with a right-hand drive version of its new Delta in 2008" http://www.designweek.co.uk/liChannelID/7/Articles/134243/New+identity+for+Lancia.html The Thesis is butt ugly though. Looks like a Daewoo Leganza!  

Lancia should be where Audi are now, only with a little more flair  

I'd like to import a Ypsilon or Delat 2 and make in RHD if I had the time. It cannot be that hard, Punto or Dedra bits would sort that out over a few weekends, especially the Ypsilon as the dials are in the middle, there's only the steering and pedals and lights to do.  

Good idea. There are a few Delta II's kicking around in the UK and they come up now and again for sale. Do you know www.evoforum.net? The guy who runs it is very friendly and is plugged in to the market and will also post your "wanted" advert on the site. I like the Delta II's quite a bit. I take it you'd be after an HPE?  

One reason Lancia abandoned the UK was the cost of producing small numbers of RHD. They had rust problems as did all other manufacturers up till the late 1970's. BMW were wax injected by the UK importers in 1973 onwards because of serious corrosion.  

Will bringing lancia back to the UK have an impact on any Alfa sales do you think??  

Lancia always was the posh fiat with alfa the sporty side. Take early nineties - Fiat tempra, lancia dedra & alfa 155. Basically the same car but with each companies stamp much the same as skoda, seat, vw & audi. I don't think Lancia took many sales from alfa - Different enough. I used to be a lancia man - Beta, delta, prisma & dedra. My brother has owned a montecarlo, thema & 2 integrales. Rust issues were not more of a problem than any other manufacturer in eighties but could not get over the beta thing from the seventies. My beta was a 1981 model that I owned in 1991 to 1993 - It was Ok being the last of them. I will welcome their UK return but doubt they would tempt me away from alfa now  

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is that from the thema 8.32?  

IIRC that was the only Fezza engine in a lancia. Shame the Turbo was just as quick for much less money.  

Beat me to it mudhut! 8.32 Thema sounds good but a 16v turbo will do more than match it!  

i think the later betas weren't too bad....my old man had one and it was rust free even when it was getting on a bit - i think they must have beefed up the rust protection on the later ones....  

I actually like the Thesis from a design point of view. They were used in the Tour de France a few years ago (as were the 166s, incidentally) and they look great in the flesh. I've seen a few here in Germany. Thank God for the likes of Alfa, Lancia and Citroen; they provide challenging designs in a business full of compromise and boring, boring copy-cats. Citroen's new C6 is great. The Thesis was never really competition for Alfa, though. It's not a drivers car, it's a limo. Fiat wanted to use Lancia as the luxury brand and Alfa as the sporting arm of the company. Maybe that plan has changed if they're bringing back the Delta...  

Lancia is no longer rust victims I had a 1991 Thema years ago and it rusted to bits. However since 1992 all body components on Lancia have been galvanised. My 96 Kappa had no rust on it up till it was totalled a few month back. And by the way the thesis is much more than an up market 166 it´s probably the best car ever made by Lancia or Alfa.  

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