2018 FIAT TALENTO Owner handbook (in English)

150) 151)
The details of the van version are
described in fig. 214. F max 500 daN
(ISO 27956).
WARNING
150)Always place the heaviest items in
direct contact with the floorboards. If the
vehicle has them, use the anchoring points
located on the luggage compartment floor.
The load must be arranged so that it does
not jeopardise the vehicle's occupants in
case of abrupt braking, unexpected
acceleration or on a steep incline.
151)For safety reasons, make sure all the
doors are well closed before setting out.
SPEED LIMITER
152)
The vehicle's speed can be
permanently limited according to the
vehicle version and the local
regulations.
Contact a Fiat Dealership to modify the
speed limit or activate/deactivate the
function.
It may not be possible to deactivate this
function for specific markets.
Label 1 fig. 215 on the dashboard
reminds you of the speed limit.
NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with the
Speed Limiter, pressing the accelerator
firmly or all the way down (past the
"resistance point") does not let you go
beyond the speed limit (refer to the
"Speed limiter" paragraph).
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IMPORTANT In certain situations (for
example, a steep slope) the speed
limiter can be exceeded slightly,
because the device does not intervene
on the braking system.
WARNING
152)This function does not take the
driver's place. Nor does it allow the
vehicle's driving limits to be ignored,
encouraging faster driving. However, this
does not exempt the driver from normal
driving safety or from responsibility.
MINIMUM SPEED
Press control 1 fig. 216 and the
function is activated after a few
seconds
Changing the minimum speed
To increase or decrease the setting,
please see a Fiat Dealership.
Interrupting the function
The function is interrupted when:
you use the clutch and/or
accelerator;
the vehicle speed is greater than
0 km/h;
theSTOPwarning light on the
instrument panel turns on;
the warning lighton the
instrument panel turns on;
the warning lighton the
instrument panel turns on.
SUGGESTIONS FOR
DRIVING
SAVING FUEL
Fuel consumption is approved in
compliance with a standard and
regulated method that is identical for all
manufacturers, allowing vehicles to be
compared with each other. The real fuel
consumption depends on the vehicle's
usage, equipment and driving style.
Depending on the vehicle, you can have
different functions available that let you
reduce your fuel consumption:
gear change indicator;
driving style indicator;
route summary and ecological advice
through a multi-media display panel;
the ECOMODE function that can be
activated by the ECO button.
If the vehicle has one, the navigation
system completes this information.
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Gear change indicators
Depending on the versions, a warning
light 1 fig. 218 on the instrument panel
tells you the best time to shift up or
down to optimise fuel consumption:
Shift up;
Shift down;
Driving style indicator
This informs you about your adopted
driving style in real time. The result is
shown by the colour of the indicator
light 2 fig. 218.
Green: flexible, economical driving;
Yellow: adopt a flexible style;
Orange: driving too dynamic.
To activate/deactivate the driving style
indicator, refer to the RADIO/TOUCH –
RADIO NAV supplement.Route summary
When the engine is stopped, an
appropriate message appears on the
display 3 fig. 219 with information about
your last route.
It indicates:
average fuel consumption;
mileage;
the number of kilometres saved.A general grade from 0 to 100 appears
that allows you to assess your
ecological driving performance: high
values mean reduced fuel consumption.
Below is some ecological advice to
improve your performance. Store your
preferred routes lets you compare
performances. For further information,
refer to the RADIO/TOUCH – RADIO
NAV supplement.
ECOMODE
ECOMODE is a function that optimises
fuel consumption. It acts on a few of
the vehicle's uses (heating, air
conditioning, power steering, etc.) and
on a few driving operations
(acceleration, gear shift, speed
regulation, deceleration, etc.).
Activation of the function
Press button 4 fig. 219.
TheECOfig. 220 indicator light 5 on
the instrument panel turns on to
confirm that it has been activated.
While driving, you can temporarily leave
the ECOMODE function to reset all
engine performances.
To do this, press the accelerator pedal
firmly.
The ECOMODE function is reactivated
as soon as you release the accelerator.
Deactivating the function
Press button 4 fig. 219.
TheECOfig. 220 warning light 5 on the
instrument panel turns off to confirm
that it has been deactivated.
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BehaviourRather than heat the engine while
stopped, we advise you to drive
moderately until the engine reaches its
normal operating temperature.
Speed increases fuel consumption.
Do not strain the engine by
exceeding speed in intermediary gears.
Use the highest gear.
Avoid sudden acceleration.
Brake as little as possible. By
assessing the danger or curve in
advance, it will be sufficient to lift your
foot off the accelerator.
When going uphill, we advise you to
keep a steady speed, without having to
change it.
In modern vehicles, double clutching
before stopping the engine is not
necessary and could even cause
damage.Tyres fig. 221
Pressure too low can increase fuel
consumption.
Using unsuitable tyres can increase
fuel consumption.
Advice for use
Favour 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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IN AN EMERGENCY
A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem may interfere with
our journey.
The pages on emergencies can help
you to deal with critical situations
independently and with calm.
In an emergency we recommend that
you call the toll free phone number
found in the Warranty Booklet.
It is also possible to call the national or
international universal freephone
number to search for the nearest Fiat
Dealership.HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS.....140
REPLACING AN INTERNAL
BULB...................140
REPLACING AN EXTERNAL
BULB...................141
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
FUSES...................145
IN THE EVENT OF A PUNCTURE . .150
CHANGING A WHEEL.........150
TYRE INFLATION KIT..........153
JUMP STARTING............155
BATTERY RECHARGING.......156
TOWING THE VEHICLE........157
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HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS
CONTROL
Press button 2 fig. 223. This
simultaneously activates the four
flashing arrows and those on the side. It
must be used only in case of danger to
warn other drivers that you have had to
stop in an unusual or prohibited place
or in special driving or traffic conditions.
Depending on the trim, in case you
stop abruptly, the emergency lights can
go on automatically. You can turn them
off by pressing the button 2
fig. 223 once.
REPLACING AN
INTERNAL BULB
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Courtesy lights
Remove the lens from the courtesy light
concerned (1 fig. 224, 2 and 3 fig. 225,
6 and 7 fig. 226 ) using a screwdriver.
Pull the bulb downwards to remove
from its housing.
Type of bulb: W6W
Replace the bulb and reposition the
press-fit lens.
Vehicles with reading light
Type of bulb 2 fig. 227: pin type, 10W
Type of reading light bulb 3 fig. 227:
W5W
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Glove compartment light
Remove the lens using a screwdriver.
Pull the bulb 4 fig. 228 to remove from
its housing.
Types of bulbs: W5W
Replace the bulb and reposition the
press-fit lens.
Boot light
Remove the lens using a screwdriver.
Pull the bulb 5 fig. 229 to remove from
its housing.
Types of bulbs: W5WReplace the bulb and reposition the
press-fit lens.
WARNING
153)Modifications or repairs to the electric
system that are not carried out properly or
do not take the system technical
specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
154)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
155)Only replace bulbs when the engine is
off. Also ensure that the engine is cold, to
prevent the risk of burns.
156)The bulbs are under pressure and
could explode when being replaced. Risk
of injury.
REPLACING AN
EXTERNAL BULB
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Daytime running lights
Turn the bulb holder A fig. 230 a quarter
turn anticlockwise and pull it out.
Types of bulbs: W21W/5W.
Replace the bulb and reposition the
holder.
Main and low beam headlights
Turn the guard B fig. 230 a quarter turn
anticlockwise.
Disconnect the connector 2 fig. 231.
Unhook the spring 1 fig. 231 and
remove the bulb.
Type of bulb: H4.
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Do not touch the bulb crystal. Hold
it by its ends.
Replace the bulb, hook the spring back
on and reconnect the connector, taking
care to also refit the guard B fig. 230.Turn indicator
Turn the bulb holder C fig. 232 a
quarter turn anticlockwise and pull out
the bulb.
IMPORTANT Depending on the local
laws or as a precaution, buy an
emergency box containing a series of
light bulbs and fuses from a Fiat
Dealership.
Types of bulbs: PY21W (orange bulb).
Front fog lights
To replace the lights 3 fig. 233:
pass under the vehicle to access the
bulb holder;
unhook the flap;
turn the bulb holder a quarter turn.Types of bulbs: H16LL.
Type of bulb for vehicles with cornering
lights: H11LL.
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