Lancia Lybra User guide

Dear Customer,
Congratulations and thank you for choosing LANCIA.
We wrote this handbook to help you get the most out of your car’s outstanding qualities.
We advise to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the driving of your car to help you
derive the maximum from your LANCIA’s technological features. You will discover unique features and
details; you will also find essential information for car care and servicing as well as driving and operat-
ing safety not to mention the long-term wellbeing of your LANCIA.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services you have acquired and contains details relating to
the following:
• the Warranty Certificate, with terms and conditions for maintaining it
• the range of services offered to LANCIA owners.
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.

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.
ENGINE START-UP
Make sure the handbrake is pulled up; put the gear lever into neutral; press the clutch pedal down to the floor
without touching the accelerator; then:
petrol engines: turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine starts.
diesel engines: turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the instrument panel warning lights ¢and m
to go out, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine starts.
PARKING OVER INFLAMMABLE MATERIAL
When functioning normally, the catalytic converter reaches high temperatures. For this reason do not park
the car over inflammable material, grass, dry leaves, pine needles, etc.: fire hazard.
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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
A system for continuously monitoring emission system components to ensure greater environmental
protection is fitted in your car.
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ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
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
system can support the required load.
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CODE card
Keep the code card in a safe place, not in the car. You should always keep the electronic code written on the
CODE card with you in case you need to carry out an emergency start-up procedure.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety
features, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS …
… information, tips and important warnings regarding the safe, correct driving of your car, and its
maintenance. Pay particular attention to the symbols "(personal safety) #(environmental protection) â
(the car’s wellbeing).

TRAVELLING SAFELY AND IN HARMONY WITH NATURE
Safety and respect for the environment are the guidelines that inspired the Lybra’s design from the
drawing board onwards.
This concept has meant that the Lybra 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 incorpo-
rated features that belong to the future.
In addition, ongoing research into new and effective features to help safeguard the environment
makes the Lybra and car to imitate for this reason as well.
All versions are in fact equipped with environmental protection devices that reduce harmful exhaust
fumes in compliance with the limits provided for by current legislation.
What is more, every single component of the Lybra is fully recyclable. At the end of your car’s life-
span any LANCIA dealership would be please to make arrangements for your car to be recycled.
Nature benefits in two ways: there is no pollution for waste disposal and the demand for raw materi-
als is reduced.
Nature benefits in two ways: there is no pollution for waste disposal and the demand for raw mate-
rials is reduced.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
Safeguarding the environment has directed the design and manufacturing of the Lybra 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 Lybra, 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.
USE OF ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY MATERIALS
None of the car’s components contain asbestos. Padding and the climate control system do not
contain CFC (chlorofluorocarbides) - the gases considered responsible for the destruction of the
ozone layer. Other substances that might pollute air and water tables, such as the cadmium in the
rust-proof coating of the bolts and the chromates in some paints, have been completely replaced
with substances that do not harm the environment.

DEVICES FOR REDUCING PETROL ENGINE EMISSIONS
Three-way catalytic converter (catalytic exhaust pipe)
Carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and unburned hydrocarbons are the main harmful components
in exhaust gasses.
The catalytic converter is a “miniature laboratory” where a very high percentage of these compo-
nents are converted into harmless substances.
This conversion is aided by minute particles of precious metals on the ceramic core enclosed in a
stainless steel container.
Lambda sensor
All petrol versions are fitted with this device. It ensures that air and fuel are constantly mixed in
the correct proportion. This is a fundamental condition for proper engine and catalytic converter
operation.
Fuel evaporation canister
As it is impossible to stop the build up of petrol fumes, also when the engine is not running, the
system traps them in a special container holding active carbon. The fumes are sucked in from here
and burnt while the engine is running.

DEVICES FOR REDUCING DIESEL ENGINE EMISSIONS
Oxidising catalytic converter
This device converts the pollution substances in the exhaust gas (carbon monoxide, unburned
hydrocarbons and particulate) into harmless substances, thus reducing the smokiness and smell
associated with diesel engine exhaust fumes.
The catalytic converter consists of a stainless steel case containing a honeycomb ceramic core in
which there is precious metal which carries out the catalysing action.
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (E.G.R. Cooled) system
This system recirculates or reuses part of the exhaust gas in a proportion which varies according to
engine operation conditions.
When necessary, it is used for the control of nitrogen oxide emissions.

THE SIGNS TO HELP YOU DRIVE CORRECTLY
The signs you see on this page are very important. They highlight those parts of the handbook
where, more than elsewhere, you should stop for a minute and read carefully.
As you can see, each sign has a different symbol to make it immediately clear and easy to identify
the subjects in the different areas:
Personal safety.
Important. Total or partial failure to
follow these instructions can place
driver, passengers or others in serious
danger.
Environmental protection.
This shows you the correct procedures
to follow to ensure that the car does
not harm the environment.
Car wellbeing.
Important. Total or partial failure to
follow these instructions will result in
the risk of serious damage to the car
and may invalidate the warranty as
well.

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Battery
Corrosive fluid.
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been at-
tached near or actually on some of the
components of your Lybra. These la-
bels bear symbols that remind you of
the precautions to be taken as regards
that particular component.
A list of the symbols to be found on
your Lybra is given below with the
name of the component to which it re-
lates at the side of it.
These symbols are divided into the
following four categories: danger, pro-
hibition, warning and obligation.
DANGER SYMBOLS
Battery
Explosion.
Fan
May cut in automatically
even when the engine is
turned off.
Expansion tank
Do not remove the cap
when the coolant is hot.
Coil
High voltage.
Belts and pulleys
Moving parts: keep parts
of the body and clothes
away.
Climate control tubing
Do not open. Gas under
high pressure.

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Battery
Keep away from naked
flames.
Battery
Keep away from chil-
dren.
Heat shields - belts -
pulleys - fan
Do not touch.
PROHIBITION SYMBOLS
Power steering
Do not exceed the maxi-
mum fluid level in the
reservoir. Use only the fluid
specified in the section
“Capacities”.
Catalytic converter
Do not park over inflam-
mable materials. See Chap-
ter: “Protecting the emis-
sion control devices”.
WARNING SYMBOLS
Engine
Use only the oil specified in
the section “Capacities”.
Unleaded petrol vehicle
Use only unleaded petrol
with a rated octane number
(RON) of 95.
Windscreen wiper
Only use fluid of the type
specified in the section “Ca-
pacities”.
Brake circuit
Do not exceed the maxi-
mum fluid level in the
reservoir. Use only the fluid
specified in the section
“Capacities”.

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Diesel engines
Use diesel fuel only.
DIESEL
Expansion tank
Only use fluid of the type
specified in the section “Ca-
pacities”.
Battery
Protect your eyes.
Battery
Jack
See the Owner handbook.
OBLIGATION SYMBOLS

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
DRIVING YOUR CAR
IN AN EMERGENCY
CAR MAINTENANCE
LYBRA STATION WAGON
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION
INDEX
CONTENTS

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
You are recommended to read this chapter
sitting comfortably in your new Lybra. In this
way you will be able to identify the parts
described immediate and see for yourself what
you have just read.
In short, you will increase your knowledge of
your Lybra with its controls and other devices.
Later, when you start the engine and join the
traffic you will make a host of other pleasant
discoveries.
DASHBOARD.................................................. 15
IGNITION SWITCH ........................................ 16
THE LANCIA CODE SYSTEM........................ 17
THE ELECTRONIC ALARM .......................... 21
INDIVIDUAL SETTINGS................................ 28
SEAT BELTS ................................................... 34
TRANSPORTING CHILDREN IN SAFETY..... 37
PRETENSIONERS .......................................... 42
FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS.......................... 43
INSTRUMENT PANEL.................................... 50
INSTRUMENTS .............................................. 51
WARNING LIGHTS......................................... 53
CHECK CONTROL......................................... 59
LANCIA ICS WITH MULTIFUNCTIONAL
DISPLAY......................................................... 62
SOUND SYSTEM ............................................ 73
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ...................... 103
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................... 105
SUPPLEMENTARY HEATER ......................... 115
STEERING COLUMN STALKS....................... 115
CONTROLS .................................................... 118
MANUAL GEARBOX ...................................... 121
CRUISE CONTROL ........................................ 122
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT ................................ 125
SUNROOF....................................................... 131
DOORS............................................................ 134
BOOT .............................................................. 138
BONNET ......................................................... 141
FUEL FILLER CAP ........................................ 143
CELLULAR PHONE SET-UP ......................... 144
ROOF RACK AND SKI RACK ......................... 145
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS................... 146
EOBD SYSTEM .............................................. 148
ABS ................................................................. 149
ESP SYSTEM (ASR - HH - HBA).................... 151
SOUND SYSTEM DEVICES............................ 154
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DASHBOARD
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the version.
1) Side window vents - 2) Side vents - 3) Headlight slant adjuster - 4) Instrument panel - 5) Instrument panel dimmer - 6) ICS multifunc-
tional display: sound system, clock, trip computer and check control - 7) Central vents - 8) Windscreen vent - 9) Passenger’s airbag (where
fitted) - 10) Passenger’s airbag deactivation switch - 11) Glove compartment - 12) Cup/can holder - 13) Hazard light switch - 14) Auto-
matic climate control and heated rear window switch - 15) Ashtray and cigar lighter - 16) Front and rear fog light switch - 17) Card pocket -
18) Windscreen wiper/washer stalk - 19) Ignition switch - 20) Horn - 21) Steering wheel height adjustment lever - 22) Driver’s airbag -
23) Outside light control stalk - 24) Glove compartment/fusebox cover - 25) Bonnet opening lever.
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IGNITION SWITCH
The key can be turned to four posi-
tions (fig. 2).
STOP: engine off, key can be re-
moved, steering column locked. Some
electrical devices can be worked (e.g.
sound system).
MAR: driving position. All electrical
devices can be worked.
AVV: engine ignition.
PARK: engine off, parking lights on,
key can be removed, steering column
locked. To turn the key to PARK,
press button A.
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
To engage the lock: remove the ig-
nition key at STOP or PARK and
turn the steering wheel until it locks.
To release the lock: rock the steer-
ing wheel slightly as you turn the ig-
nition key to MAR.
fig. 2
P4T0005
If the ignition switch has
been tampered with (e.g.
someone has tried to steal
your car), get a Lancia Dealership
to make sure it is still functioning
properly before you start driving
again.
Always remove the igni-
tion key when you get out
of the car. This will pre-
vent anyone from accidentally
working the controls. Remember
to apply the handbrake and, if the
car is faced down on a steep slope
engage the first gear. If it is facing
up, engage the reverse gear.
Never remove the ignition
key while the car is mov-
ing. The steering wheel
would automatically lock as soon
as you try to turn it. This also ap-
plies when the car is being towed.
It is absolutely forbidden
to carry out whatever af-
ter-market operation in-
volving steering system or steering
column modifications (e.g.: instal-
lation of anti-theft device) that
could badly affect performance
and safety, cause the lapse of war-
ranty and also result in non-com-
pliance of the car with homologa-
tion requirements.

In order to ensure the
greatest efficiency of elec-
tronic devices incorpo-
rated in the key, it is recom-
mended that the latter should not
be exposed to direct sunlight
and/or heavy shocks.
THE LANCIA CODE
SYSTEM
To further protect your car from
theft, it has been fitted with an engine
immobilising system (Lancia CODE)
which is automatically activated when
the ignition key is removed. An elec-
tronic device, in fact, is fitted in each
ignition key grip. The device trans-
mits a radio-frequency signal when
the engine is started through a special
aerial built into the ignition switch.
The modulated signal is a password.
Only if the control unit recognises the
key can the engine be started.
KEYS
Together with the car are delivered:
–2keys A(fig. 3) with incorporated
remote control if the car is fitted with
an electronic alarm;
–1key with incorporate remote con-
trol plus 1mechanical type key if the
car is not fitted with an electronic
alarm.
The CODE card (fig. 4) is also sup-
plied with the keys and bears the fol-
lowing:
A- The electronic code, to be used
for emergency starting.
B- The mechanical key code to be
given to the Lancia Dealership
when ordering duplicate keys.
Cand D- The spaces for electronic
alarm remote control stickers.
The code numbers written on the
CODE card must be kept in a safe
place (not in the car).
You should always have the elec-
tronic code number written on the
CODE card with you at all times in
case you need to perform an emer-
gency start-up.
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fig. 3
P4T0742
fig. 4
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All the keys and the CODE
card must be handed over
the new owner when selling
the car.
IMPORTANT Anomalous glass op-
eration (glasses sliding up or down
jerkily) may indicate a loss of cali-
bration of the anti-crushing safety de-
vice. In this case, the system should
be reinitialised as described in chap-
ter “Electric window winders” in the
Owner Handbook, to which this Sup-
plement is attached to.
The metal insert A(fig. 6) of the key
operates:
– the ignition switch;
– the steering column lock disen-
gagement;
– the driver’s door lock;
– the boot lock;
– button D, to operate the central
door locking system, boot/tailgate
locking, to switch the electronic alarm
on (where fitted) and to lock the fuel
filler cap;
– button E, to open the boot/tailgate
when the alarm is on;
– led F, which indicates the remote
control operation and the internal
battery status.
Pressing down (for more than 2 sec-
onds) button C will open all door win-
dows to aerate the passenger com-
partment: window opening is inter-
rupted when the button is released.
Similarly, door windows can be
completely closed when closing the
doors by pressing down (for more
than 2 seconds) button D.
Window closing is stopped when re-
leasing button D.
The key (fig. 5) is provided with:
– a metal insert Athat can be locked
up in the key handle by pressing but-
ton B;
– button B, used to snap-open the
metal insert;
– button C, to operate the central
door locking system, to switch the
electronic alarm off (where fitted) and
to unlock the fuel filler cap;
fig. 5
P4T0744
fig. 6
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– the passenger’s side air bag deac-
tivating switch;
– the glove compartment lock
(where fitted).
To remove the metal insert from the
key grip, press button B.
When pressing button B
(fig. 6), take care to prevent
the metal insert A from
causing harm or damage when it
comes out. The button B should
only be pressed when the key is
away from the body, in particular
from the eyes, and from objects
that can be spoilt (e.g. clothes).
Make sure the key can never be
touched by others, especially chil-
dren, who may inadvertently press
the button B.
2) If the ¢warning light stays on
(with Uwarning light) the code was
not recognised. In this case, turn the
key to STOP and then back to MAR.
If the engine remains immobilised, try
with the other keys provided.
If you are still unable to start the en-
gine, carry out the emergency starting
procedure and contact your Lancia
Dealership.
When the car is travelling and the
key is at MAR:
1) If the ¢warning light comes on
while the car is moving, this means
that the system is running a self-test
(e.g. due to a voltage drop). The first
time you stop, you can test the system
as follows: switch off the engine by
turning the ignition key to STOP then
turn the key back to MAR: the warn-
ing light ¢should come on and then
go out in about one second. If the
warning light fails to go out, leave the
key at STOP for longer than 30 sec-
onds. If the problem persists, contact
aLancia Dealership.
To insert the metal insert A(fig. 5)
into the key grip, keep the button B
pressed and turn the insert in the di-
rection shown by the arrow until
hearing the locking click. Then release
button B.
OPERATION
Each time the ignition key is re-
moved from position STOP, or
PARK, the Lancia CODE system will
deactivate the engine electronic con-
trol unit functions.
When the key is turned to MAR to
start the engine, the Lancia CODE
system sends a password code to the
engine control unit to deactivate the
function lock. The encoded and vari-
able code, randomly selected from
over four billion possible combina-
tions, is only sent if, in turn, the sys-
tem has recognised the code trans-
mitted by the electronic device built
into the ignition key via an aerial sur-
rounding the ignition switch.
1) If the code is recognised, the ¢
warning light on the instrument panel
will flash briefly: this means that the
protection system has recognised the
key code and disabled the engine im-
mobilising system; turn the key to
AVV, to start.