Lancia Ypsilon, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT
USE OF
THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
WHEELS AND
TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, in-
cluding the spare, every two weeks
and before long journeys. The pres-
sure should be checked with the tyre
rested and cold.
For the correct tyre inflation pressure,
see “Wheels” in “Technical specifica-
tions” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal
tyre wear:
A normal pressure: tread evenly
worn.
B low pressure: tread particularly
worn at the edges.
C high pressure: tread particularly
worn in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the
tread wears down to 1,6 mm. In any
case, comply with the laws in the
country where the car is being driven.
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒
As far as possible, avoid sharp
braking and screech starts, etc. Be
careful not to hit the kerb, potholes
or other obstacles hard. Driving for
long stretches over bumpy roads
can damage the tyres;
❒
Periodically check that the tyres
have no cuts in the side wall, ab-
normal swelling or irregular tyre
wear. If any of these occur, have
the car seen to at a Lancia Dealer-
ship;
❒
Avoid overloading the vehicle when
travelling: this may cause serious
damage to the wheels and tyres;
❒
If a tyre is punctured, stop imme-
diately and change it to avoid dam-
age to the tyre, the rim, suspensions
and steering system;
❒
Tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are
a sign of ageing. In any case, if the
tyres have been on the car for over 6
years, they should be checked by spe-
cialised personnel, to see if they can
still be used. Also remember to check
the spare wheel;
❒
In the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious
origin;
❒
If a tyre is changed, also change the
inflation valve;
❒
To allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to
change them over every 10-15 thou-
sand kilometres, keeping them on the
same side of the car so as to not re-
verse the direction of rotation.
fig. 14 L0C0093m
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