🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Lancia

Model:

Delta HF

Manual Title:

LANCIA DELTA HF Owners Manual

Delta Hf Generations Covered:

Primarily covers the Integrale and later HF variants (Gen 2, 1987-1995), but may contain introductory information applicable to earlier HF models.

Model Codes:

Not specified in product description, but typically includes variants like HF Turbo, HF 4WD, HF Integrale 8v, HF Integrale 16v, Evo I, Evo II.

👋 Introduction

Market Segment:

Performance Compact Hatchback / Rally Homologation Special.

Key Competitors:

Ford Escort RS Cosworth, Audi Quattro, BMW M3 (E30), Peugeot 205 T16, Renault 5 Turbo.

Delta Hf Highlights:

All-wheel drive (4WD), turbocharged engine, robust chassis, rally-derived performance, advanced suspension for its time, distinctive styling.

📋 Manual Details

Manual Coverage Summary:

Comprehensive coverage of driver and passenger safety, instruments and controls, vehicle features, pre-driving checks, driving operation, maintenance, unexpected situations, and technical information.

Specific Manual Sections Covered:

Driver & Passenger Safety (Seat Belts, SRS, Child Protection), Instruments & Controls (Indicators, Gauges, Info Display, Dashboard, Steering Column), Features (Climate Control, Audio, Security, Cruise Control), Before Driving (Fuel, Break-in, Cargo), Driving (Engine & Transmission Operation), Maintenance (Minder, Fluid Checks, Minor Services, Storage), Unexpected Situations (Flat Tire, Dead Battery, Overheating, Fuses), Technical Information (Specs, Tires, Emissions).

Estimated Page Count:

Estimated 150-250 pages, based on typical owner's manual depth for performance vehicles of this era.

Manual Type:

Owner's Manual

Language:

Likely English, with potential for multilingual editions depending on the original market of the manual.

Format:

Printed booklet (implied by 'Owners Manual' product type).

📖 Manual Coverage

Vehicle Systems:

Engine operation, transmission, climate control, audio system, SRS (Supplemental Restraint System), seat belts, security systems, cruise control, instrumentation and gauges, information display, dashboard controls, steering column controls.

Operational Procedures:

Vehicle break-in, cargo loading, fuel filling, engine and transmission operation, fluid checking, minor services, vehicle storage, changing a flat tire, jump-starting a dead battery, addressing overheating, fuse replacement.

Technical Information Scope:

Owner-level technical information including vehicle specifications, tire specifications, and emissions controls. Does not typically include detailed repair procedures or diagnostic codes found in a service manual.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

N/A (Printed format)

Print Quality:

Standard OEM print quality for owner's manuals of its era.

Binding Type:

Typically saddle-stitched or perfect bound booklet.

Paper Type:

Standard uncoated or matte coated paper, appropriate for durability in a vehicle.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Inline-4, turbocharged, DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft)

Engine Displacement Integrale:

2.0 Liters (1995 cc)

Engine Displacement Hf Turbo:

1.6 Liters (1585 cc)

Horsepower Integrale 8V:

Approx. 185-210 PS (138-157 kW) depending on market and specific model year.

Horsepower Integrale 16V:

Approx. 200-210 PS (149-157 kW)

Horsepower Integrale Evo I:

Approx. 204 PS (152 kW)

Horsepower Integrale Evo Ii:

Approx. 212-215 PS (158-160 kW)

Torque Integrale 8V:

Approx. 294-304 Nm (217-224 lb-ft)

Torque Integrale 16V:

Approx. 299-304 Nm (221-224 lb-ft)

Torque Integrale Evo I:

Approx. 300 Nm (221 lb-ft)

Torque Integrale Evo Ii:

Approx. 310-315 Nm (229-232 lb-ft)

Fuel Injection:

Bosch Motronic electronic fuel injection.

Fuel Type:

Unleaded gasoline (Octane rating specified by Lancia, typically high octane like 95-98 RON).

Engine Management System:

ECU (Engine Control Unit) managing fuel, ignition, and turbo boost.

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

5-speed manual transmission.

Optional Transmission:

Not typically offered for HF models; manual was standard for performance and rally heritage.

Drivetrain:

Permanent All-Wheel Drive (4WD) with viscous coupling center differential and Torsen rear differential (on later Integrale models).

📐 Dimensions

Length:

Approx. 4040-4100 mm (159-161 inches), varying slightly by Integrale generation.

Width:

Approx. 1700-1770 mm (67-70 inches), with wider fenders on Integrale models.

Height:

Approx. 1370-1420 mm (54-56 inches).

Wheelbase:

Approx. 2475-2540 mm (97-100 inches), increased on Integrale models.

Curb Weight:

Approx. 1200-1300 kg (2645-2866 lbs).

Trunk Capacity:

Typically around 300-350 liters (10.6-12.4 cu ft), but can vary with spare tire and AWD components.

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Data:

No standardized modern crash test ratings (like NCAP) exist for this era of vehicle. Safety features were focused on active safety and robust construction.

Active Safety Systems:

All-wheel drive for enhanced traction, powerful four-wheel disc brakes (often with ABS on later models), responsive steering.

Passive Safety Features:

Seat belts (three-point), reinforced body structure, crumple zones, SRS airbag (driver-side, introduced on later models).

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory-fitted radio/cassette player with speakers. Later models may have CD changers. Controls often on the steering wheel or dashboard.

Driver Assistance Features:

Cruise control (mentioned in manual contents). ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) became more common on later Integrale models.

Connectivity Options:

Minimal by modern standards. No Bluetooth or integrated navigation available from the factory.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically every 5,000-10,000 km (3,000-6,000 miles) or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and Lancia's recommendation. High-performance driving may necessitate more frequent changes.

Timing Belt Replacement:

Crucial for turbocharged engines. Typically 60,000-100,000 km (37,000-60,000 miles) or 4-5 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage.

Spark Plug Replacement:

Refer to manual; generally every 20,000-40,000 km (12,000-25,000 miles) for performance applications.

Engine Oil Type:

High-performance synthetic oil, viscosity typically 10W-50 or 15W-50, often API SG or higher, and ACEA A2/A3. Consult manual for exact specifications and capacity (approx. 4.5-5 liters).

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol-based coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Lancia may specify a particular brand or type (e.g., Paraflu).

Transmission Fluid:

API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil, viscosity dependent on temperature (e.g., 75W-90). Capacity approx. 2.0-2.5 liters.

Differential Fluid:

API GL-5 gear oil, viscosity dependent on temperature (e.g., 75W-90 or 80W-90). Capacity approx. 1.5-2.0 liters for rear differential.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 (verify in manual), replaced every 2 years to prevent moisture absorption.

Common Maintenance Concerns:

Turbocharger wear, intercooler leaks, fuel pump issues, electrical system reliability, rust (especially in sills and wheel arches), suspension component wear, timing belt maintenance critical.

Engine Reliability Considerations:

Can be prone to oil consumption if not maintained meticulously. Overheating due to radiator efficiency or cooling system issues is a risk.

📚 Vehicle History

Lancia Motorsport Legacy:

Lancia has a storied history in motorsport, particularly in rallying, with multiple World Rally Championship (WRC) titles. The Delta HF models are direct descendants of these rally cars.

Delta Evolutionary Path:

Evolved from the standard Lancia Delta (launched 1979) into high-performance HF variants: HF Turbo (1.6L), HF 4WD (2.0L AWD), HF Integrale 8v, HF Integrale 16v, HF Integrale Evoluzione I, and HF Integrale Evoluzione II. Each iteration brought increased power, wider track, and aerodynamic enhancements.

Production Period Hf Integrale:

1987-1994 (Integrale and Evoluzione models).

Manufacturing Location:

Italy (Turin region, primarily by Abarth).

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Rally Championship Wins:

The Lancia Delta HF Integrale is one of the most successful rally cars of all time, dominating the World Rally Championship with multiple manufacturer and driver titles in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Automotive Media Acclaim:

Widely praised by automotive journalists for its performance, handling, and unique character, earning it a cult following.