2016 FIAT TALENTO tow

HOUSING
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Housing 1 fig. 113 can be used as a
cup holder, item holder or to attach an
ashtray.
STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
64)
To open the compartment 3 fig. 113,
pull handle 2.
DOCUMENT HOLDER
POCKET
65)
The document holder pocket 4
fig. 114 on the sun visor can hold
motorway tickets, paper, etc.
STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
Compartment 5 fig. 115 can hold pay
cards, coins, etc.
PHONE SUPPORT(For versions/markets where provided)
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Phone support 6 fig. 116.
SUPPORT FOR MULTI-
MEDIA TABLET
(For versions/markets where provided)
Pull handle 7 fig. 117 all the way
towards the driver as far as it will go.
Rotate support 8 fig. 118 and push it as
far as it will go.
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If necessary, lower base 9 fig. 119 of
support 8 to extend it.
To refit it, pull the support all the way
towards the driver, lift it until it is
horizontal and push it as far as it will go.
GLOVE COMPARTMENT
IN THE DASHBOARD
INSTRUMENT PANEL
65)
Glove compartment in the dashboard
instrument panel 10 - 11 - 13 fig. 120.
HOUSING
Housing 12 fig. 120 can be used as a
cup holder, item holder or to attach an
ashtray.
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GLOVE COMPARTMENT
IN THE DASHBOARD
INSTRUMENT PANEL
(For versions/markets where provided)
To open the compartment 15 fig. 121,
press handle 14.
PASSENGER SIDE GLOVE
COMPARTMENT
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To open, pull handle 16.fig. 122
Depending on the version, the glove
compartment is also ventilated and air
conditioned (it can hold a 1.5 l bottle).
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE

STORAGE AREA ABOVE
THE REAR
COMPARTMENT
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Compartment 36 fig. 132 is only for
carrying items.
The total weight of the compartment
contents for the storage area above the
rear compartment must not exceed
35 kg spread out uniformly.
CARGO PLUS
(COMPARTMENT AND
FLAP)
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Depending on the length of the items
carried in the rear area, use the
compartment or recess 38 fig. 133.
Open flap 37, which is held closed
magnetically.
Use the cover flap 40 fig. 134 to extend
the load length:
pull the tab 39 fig. 134 to lift up the
backrest B fig. 134;
move the flap 40 fig. 134 towards the
inside of the backrest, pulling on tongue
41 fig. 135.
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Selection examples
Meaning of the data selected
On-board computer with service limit message
Depending on how old the vehicle is, the oil change limit will adapt to driving style (frequently at low speeds, door-to-door, the least prolonged
driving, towing a trailer, etc.). The distance that remains until the next oil change can, in certain cases, thus be reduced more rapidly than the
distance actually covered.
Re-initialisation:to re-initialise the system, view the “Maintenance schedule” (distance and time), press button 9 or 10 fig. 168
for about
10 seconds without interruption until the oil change time appears fixed.
ON-BOARD: information messages
These can help vehicle ignition, provide information on a selection or on driving conditions.
ON-BOARD COMPUTER: malfunction messages
They appear along with the warning light
.When these messages appear, drive carefully to the Fiat
Dealership. Failure to follow this instruction could damage the vehicle.
They are deleted when you press the viewing selection button, or automatically after a few seconds. However, they are stored
in the on-board log. The warning light
stays on.
ON-BOARD COMPUTER: alarm messages
They appear along with the STOP warning light to make you stop as soon as traffic conditions allow, for your own
safety. Stop the engine and do not turn it back on. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Let’s get to the core of the vehicle:
seeing how you can exploit all of its
potential to the full.
We’ll look at how to drive it safely in any
situation, so that it can be a welcome
companion, with our comfort and our
wallets in mind.ENGINE RUN-IN.............132
STARTING THE ENGINE.......132
USING THE GEARBOX........134
PARKING THE VEHICLE........135
INSTALLING THE TOW HOOK. . . .136
LOADING ADVICE...........137
SPEED LIMITER.............138
MINIMUM SPEED............138
SUGGESTIONS FOR DRIVING. . . .139
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RemarksIf the vehicle does not start, a
dedicated message appears on the
instrument panel;
In some cases, you will need to
move the steering wheel while pressing
the ignition button 1 to unlock the
steering wheel column; You will be
warned with message to this effect;
When starting the engine in very cold
weather (less than -10°C): keep the
clutch pressed until the engine starts.
Accessory function
When the engine starts, you can
access a few functions (radio,
navigation system, windscreen wipers,
etc.).
To make the other functions available,
with the key in the passenger
compartment or inserted in the key
reader 2 fig. 205, press button
1 without pressing on the pedals.Irregular operation
The electronic key with easy access will
not function in the following instances:
The electronic key might have dead
batteries
In the vicinity of a device functioning
on the same frequency (screen cell
phone, video games, etc.);
The vehicle is located in an area
known for a high presence of
electro-magnetic waves.
A message to this effect appears in the
instrument panel.
Insert the electronic key in the reader 2
fig. 205 as far as it will go.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
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Vehicles with an electronic key
The vehicle needs to be stopped.
With the electronic key in the reader 2
fig. 205 or in the detection area 3
fig. 206, press button 1 fig. 205: the
engine turns off. The steering wheel
lock locks when the driver's door opens
or when the vehicle is locked.
If the key is not in the passenger
compartment when you try to turn the
engine off, a dedicated message
appears on the instrument panel: press
button 1 fig. 205 for more than
2 seconds.After turning the engine off, a few
accessories still on (radio, etc.) continue
functioning for about 10 minutes.
When you open the driver's door, the
accessories turn off.
WARNING
138)Do not start the vehicle on an incline
with the gear in neutral. The power steering
might not activate. Risk of accident.
139)It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes in
oxygen and releases carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.
140)The brake servo is not active until the
engine is started, so you would need to
apply much more force than usual to the
brake pedal.
141)Do not start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. These
manoeuvres may damage the catalytic
converter.
142)Do not remove the key from the
starter device or the electronic key from the
reader before effectively stopping the
vehicle; stopping the engine means
deleting various aids: When the engine is
stopped, the power brakes, power steering
and safety devices like the air bags and
pre-tensioners no longer work.
143)Especially when you leave the car
with the electronic key in your pocket,
make sure the engine is effectively
stopped.206T36626-1
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INSTALLING THE
TOW HOOK
TO: 1,090 mm
Position the sphere with respect to
bolts 1 or 2 fig. 211, so they are in line
with height B fig. 210, which has to be
between 350 and 420 mm with the
vehicle loaded (as in the illustration
above).
To mount the tow hook, refer to the
device manufacturer’s installation
instructions.
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IMPORTANT Always remove the tow
hook when not in use. In any case, the
local laws in force must be observed in
all cases.IMPORTANT Refer to the “Weights”
paragraph of the “Technical data”
chapter to find out the maximum
allowed load. We recommend keeping
the instructions provided by the device
manufacturer with the other vehicle
documents.
WARNING
147)The ABS with which the vehicle may
be equipped will not control the trailer's
braking system. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
148)Never modify the braking system of
the vehicle to control the trailer brake. The
trailer braking system must be fully
independent from the hydraulic system of
the vehicle.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

Advice for useFavour the ECOMODE function.
Electricity increases fuel
consumption. We advise you to turn off
accessories when they are not in use.
You must use your lights according to
the laws in effect in the country you are
in.
Use diffusers as much as possible.
Driving at 100 km/h with the windows
open increases fuel consumption by
4% fig. 222.
For vehicles with climate control, fuel
consumption is increased (especially in
cities) when in use. For vehicles with
manual climate control, turn off the
system when you no longer need it.Some advice for reducing fuel
consumption and thus helping
safeguard the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in high
temperatures or in the sun, open up the
doors to let out the hot air before
leaving.
Do not leave the roof rack mounted if
not in use.
When transporting particularly large
objects, use a trailer if possible.
To tow a camper, use an approved
deflector and do not forget to adjust it.
Avoid "door to door" use of the
vehicle (short trips with prolonged
stops) because the engine never
reaches its ideal temperature.
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