2020 FIAT TALENTO air condition

the MAX DEF function is activated
(refer to the "Air conditioning"
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle”
chapter);
the engine coolant liquid temperature
is not sufficient;
the anti-particulate filter automatic
regeneration is underway;
the “Accelerated idling” function is
activated (see the “Accelerated idling”
paragraph in the “Starting and driving”
driver);
The instrument panel warning light
turns on to indicate that the engine
cannot be put in standby.
NOTES:To refuel, the engine must be
turned off (and not in stand-by): you
must stop the engine (refer to the
"Starting the engine” paragraph in the
“Starting and driving” chapter):
RESTARTING
CONDITIONS
In some cases, the engine can restart
without any intervention to guarantee
safety and ideal comfort. This can be
confirmed when:
the outside temperature is too low or
too high (lower than 0°C or over 35°C);
the MAX DEF function is activated
(refer to the "Air conditioning"
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle”
chapter);
the battery not sufficiently charged;
the vehicle speed is higher than
5 km/h (going downhill, etc.);
repeated pressure on the brake
pedal or need to use the braking
system;
the restarting procedure could be
interrupted if the clutch pedal is
released too quickly when a gear is
engaged.
Cars with remote control
Some of these conditions prevent
automatic engine restart when opening:
one of the doors (for cars with a key);
the passenger door (for vehicles with
an electronic key).
IRREGULAR OPERATION
When the appropriate message
appears on the instrument panel, along
with the integrated light 2 in button 1
fig. 65, the system is deactivated.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
29)In the event of an emergency stop,
pressing the clutch pedal will restart the
engine if the Start&Stop function is active.
30)Before leaving the vehicle, switch off
the engine and do not leave it in standby
(refer to the “Starting the engine”
paragraph in the “Starting and driving”
chapter).
IMPORTANT
2)Do not drive when the engine is in
standby (the warning lighton the
instrument panel turns on).
3)If you leave the vehicle, there is an
acoustic warning that the engine is in
stand-by mode (it is not off). Before getting
out of the vehicle, you must disengage the
starter device (refer to the "Starter switch”
paragraph in the “Knowing your vehicle”
chapter).
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IGNITION DEVICE
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S fig. 88: "Stop" position. To lock the
steering wheel, remove the key and
turn the wheel until the lock kicks in. To
unlock it, work both the key and the
steering wheel, without using force.
A: Accessories position. When the
starter device is disengaged,
accessories (radio, etc.) continue to
function.
M: Gear change position. With the
starter device inserted.
D: Drive position. If the engine does
not start, you need to withdraw the key
before activating the ignition again. As
soon as the engine starts, release the
key.
WARNING
49)If the ignition device has been
tampered with (e.g. an attempted theft),
have it checked by a Fiat Dealership before
driving again.
50)Always take the key with you when you
leave your vehicle to prevent someone
from accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the parking brake.
Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
51)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affect
performance, invalidate the warranty, cause
serious safety problems and also result in
the car not meeting type-approval
requirements.
52)Never extract the mechanical key while
the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel
will automatically lock as soon as it is
turned. This also applies to cases in which
the vehicle is towed.
53)Before exiting the vehicle, ALWAYS
engage the parking brake, steer the
wheels, engage the first gear if uphill and
the reverse if downhill. If the vehicle is
parked on a steep slope, chock the wheels
with wedges or stones. When leaving the
vehicle, always lock all the doors by
pressing the button on the key.
CLIMATE CONTROL
Advice for use
In some cases (air conditioning off, air
recirculation on, fan speed at zero or
too low, etc.), the vehicle windows and
windscreen may mist up. In case of
misting, use the MAX DEF function to
eliminate it, then, to prevent it from
re-forming, use the air conditioning in
automatic mode.
Vehicles with ECOMODE
Once activated, ECOMODE can reduce
the air conditioning performance. See
the “Driving suggestions” paragraph in
the “Starting and driving” chapter.
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Consumption
Greater fuel consumption is normal
(especially in urban traffic) when the air
conditioning is in use.
For cars with air conditioning without
automatic mode, turn off the system
when you no longer need it.
Some advice for reducing fuel
consumption to a minimum and helping
safeguard the environment:
while driving, keep the diffuser open
and the windows closed;
if the vehicle has been parked in hot
weather or in the sun, aerate the
passenger compartment to let out the
hot air before starting off.
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Maintenance
Please see the Scheduled Service Plan.
IMPORTANT Air conditioning function
means greater fuel consumption (turn
off the system when you no longer
need it).
IMPORTANT Use the climate control
system regularly, even if in cold weather,
running it for about 5 minutes at least
once a month.
Cars with additional heater
Some vehicles are equipped with an
additional heater that heats the
passenger compartment more quickly.
This device functions only with the
engine on and at low temperatures.
When functioning, a bit of smoke
issuing from the right side of the
vehicle, coming from the heat exhaust
system, is normal.
Irregular operation
Generally speaking, if you notice any
operational irregularity, please see a Fiat
Dealer.
Limited effectiveness of defrosting,
de-misting or air conditioning can be
due to a clogged cabin filter cartridge.
Cold air is not generated. Check the
position of the controls and condition of
the fuses. Otherwise, turn the system
off.Water beneath the vehicle
After prolonged use of air conditioning,
it is normal to find water under it due to
condensation.
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
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Controls
The controls present depends on the vehicle equipment.
1Air distribution knob.
2Air conditioning compressor on/off button.
3Fan on/adjustment knob.
4Air recirculation on/off button.
5Air temperature adjustment knob.
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Air temperature adjustment
Use control 5 fig. 92 depending on the
desired temperature. The farther the
indicator is in the red zone, the higher
the temperature.
Ventilation speed adjustment
Use control 3 fig. 92 from 0 to 4 fig. 92.
The farther to the right you turn it, the
more air is diffused. If you want to stop
air entry, place control 3 fig. 92 at 0.
The system is deactivated: ventilation
speed in the passenger compartment is
nil (vehicle stopped), you can still notice
a slight air flow when the vehicle is
moving.
NOTE Prolonged use of this control in
position 0 can make the side windows
and windscreen mist up even though
the air inside the passenger
compartment is not stuffy.
Quick de-misting: Passenger
compartment isolation/air recycling
deactivated (warning light on button 4
fig. 92 is off), turn controls 1 fig. 92 and
3 fig. 92 to the positions
. Air
conditioning activation lets you speed
up de-misting.
Activating the passenger
compartment isolation/air
recycling.
Press button 4 fig. 92 (the warning light
will go on).
In this position, the air in the passenger
compartment is recycled without
introducing outside air.Air recirculation allows you:
to isolate the outside environment
(when driving in polluted areas, etc.);
to get the desired internal passenger
compartment temperature more
quickly.
IMPORTANT Prolonged use of air
recycling can make the side windows
and windscreen mist up even though
the air inside the passenger
compartment is not stuffy. We advise
you to return to normal function
(outside air) by pressing button 4
fig. 92 again as soon as air recycling is
no longer needed.
Passenger compartment air
distribution
Turn the knob 1 fig. 92 to select the
distribution type.
The airflow is directed to the
dashboard vents.
The airflow is directed to the
dashboard vents and to the rear seat
lower vents.
The airflow is mainly directed
towards the front seat lower vents and
the dashboard vents. To direct the air
downwards only, close the dashboard
vents.
The airflow is distributed among all
the vents, the front side window vents,
the windscreen demisting vents and the
lower vents.
. The airflow is directed towards the
windscreen demisting vents and the
front side window demisting vents.
Turning the climate control system
on/off
The button 2 fig. 92 lets you turn on
(indicator light on) or off (indicator light
off) the air conditioning.
It cannot be turned on if control 3
fig. 92 is set at 0.
Using air conditioning lets you:
lower the interior car temperature;
de-mist the windows more quickly.
Air conditioning does not work when
the outside temperature is low.
IMPORTANT For vehicles equipped
with ECO mode (button 7 fig. 93 ):
when activated, ECO mode can reduce
the heating and/or climate control
performance.
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING
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Controls1AUTO function on button (automatic operation).
2Temperature adjustment knob.
3MAX DEF function on button (fast front window defrosting/demisting).
4Air distribution selection buttons.
5Air conditioning compressor on/off button.
6Fan speed adjustment knob.
7Internal air recirculation on/off button.
8Heated rearscreen and mirror thermal resistance on/off switch (for versions / markets where provided).
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AUTO function (automatic
operation)
Automatic air conditioning is a system
that guarantees (except when using it in
extreme conditions) interior comfort and
a good level of visibility, optimising
consumption. The system uses
ventilation speed, air distribution, air
recycling, activating or turning off the air
conditioner and air temperature.
AUTO: optimising the selected comfort
level reached according to exterior
conditions. Press button 1 fig. 95.
Ventilation speed variation
In automatic mode, the system
oversees the best ventilation speed to
reach and maintain comfort.
You can always adjust the ventilation
speed by turning control 6 fig. 95 to
increase or reduce it.
Air temperature adjustment
Use control 2 fig. 95 depending on the
desired temperature.
The farther to the right you turn it, the
higher the air temperature.
NOTE The farthest adjustments allow
the system to produce the coldest or
hottest air ("18°C" and "26°C").
MAX DEF function
Press button 3 fig. 95 and the
integrated warning light will go on.This function lets you quickly defrost
and de-mist the windscreen and rear
windows, the side front windows and
exterior rear view mirrors (depending on
the vehicle version). Set the automatic
air condition and rear window defrost
activation.
Press button 8 fig. 95 to disconnect the
rear window heat function, the
integrated warning light goes off.
To turn the function off, press button 3
fig. 95 or 1 fig. 95.
IMPORTANT Some of the buttons have
an in use light that indicates the
function status.
Passenger compartment air
distribution
Press one of the buttons 4 fig. 95. The
warning light in the selected button
goes on.
You can select two positions at a time
by pressing two of the buttons 4 fig. 95.
The airflow is distributed mainly
among all the vents, the side front
window demisting vents and the
windscreen demisting vents.
The airflow is directed mainly to the
dashboard vents.
The airflow is directed mainly to the
rear seat lower vents.Heated rearscreen and door mirror
thermal resistance switch
(For versions/markets where provided)
Press button 8 fig. 95 and the
integrated warning light will go on. This
function lets you quickly demist the
rearscreen and door mirrors (for
versions/markets where provided).
Press button 8 fig. 95 again to
deactivate the this function. The
function turns off automatically
Turning the climate control system
on/off
In automatic mode, the climate control
system turns on or off according to the
outside weather conditions.
Press button 5 fig. 95 to turn off the
climate control system and the
integrated indicator light will turn on.
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IMPORTANT Vehicles equipped with
the ECOMODE function (button 9
fig. 96 ): when enabled, the ECOMODE
function can reduce the automatic
climate control system performance.
Please see the paragraph "Driving
suggestions".
Internal air recirculation
This function is managed automatically,
but you can also enable it manually. It
can be forced on by button 7 fig. 95,
which is highlighted by the button’s led
turning on
IMPORTANT In any case,
de-misting/defrosting takes priority over
air recycling.
Note:
during recycling, the air in the
passenger compartment is recycled
without introducing outside air;
air recirculation lets you isolate the
interior from outside influences (driving
in a polluted area, e.g.);
to get the desired internal passenger
compartment temperature more
quickly.
Manual use: Press button 7
fig. 95 and the integrated warning light
will go on.
Prolonged use of the recirculation
function can create unpleasant odours
and mist up the windows as the air is
not changed.We advise you to return to automatic
mode by pressing button 7 fig. 95 again
as soon as air recirculation is no longer
needed.
Press button 7 fig. 95 again to
deactivate the this function.
System deactivation
Turn control 6 fig. 95 to the OFF
position to deactivate the system. To
turn it on again, turn control 6
fig. 95 again to adjust the fan speed, or
press button 1 fig. 95.
ADDITIONAL CLIMATE
CONTROL
(For versions/markets where provided)
If equipped with them, the vehicle has
four diffusers that can be aimed, 1
fig. 97.
These controls only act on the amount
of air in the passenger compartment:
one control for heat (air coming out
of the lower diffusers);
one control for cold (air coming out
of the upper diffusers).
NOTE Do not close all four diffusers at
the same time (you risk damaging the
system components).Vehicles with manual air
conditioning
Make sure the air conditioning is
working (LED on button 2 fig. 98 on).
IMPORTANT Pressing button 2
fig. 98 the led turns on:
when the led is on, the function is on;
when the led is off, the function is off.
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