body FIAT TALENTO 2016 2.G Owners Manual

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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE PHONES
Radio transmitter equipment (vehicle mobile phones, CB radios, amateur radio, etc.) cannot be used inside the car unless a
separate aerial is mounted on the roof of the vehicle.
Transmission and reception of these devices may be affected by the shielding effect of the vehicle body. As far as the use of
EC-approved mobile phones is concerned (GSM, GPRS, UMTS, LTE), follow the usage instructions provided by the mobile
phone Manufacturer.
IMPORTANT The use of such devices inside the passenger compartment (without an external aerial) may, in addition to
potential damage to the health of the passengers, cause malfunctions in the vehicle’s electronic systems, compromising the
safety of the vehicle.

To disable the function:
With the contact inserted, press button
1 fig. 47 for about 5 seconds, until you
hear an acoustic signal.
Operating principle
After starting the vehicle, the system
automatically locks the doors as soon
as you are going faster than about
7 km/h.
Unlocking happens when:
you press button 1 fig. 47 to open
the doors;
the vehicle is stopped, and you open
a front door.
NOTE that if a door is opened then
closed, it will be locked again
automatically when you go faster than
7 km/h.Functioning defects
If you notice a malfunction (the
automatic locking does not work) first of
all check that all the opening door parts
are properly closed. If they are closed
correctly and the problem persists,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
Also make sure the lock system was
not accidentally disabled.
In case it was disabled, re-enable it
after disconnecting and reconnecting
the starter device.
WARNING
3)For safety reasons, make sure all the
doors are well closed before setting out.
4)Never leave the vehicle with the remote
or electronic key inside.
5)For safety reasons, always open/close
doors when the vehicle is stopped.
6)NEVER leave children unattended inside
the vehicle, let alone leave it with the doors
unlocked in a place that children can
access easily. Children may seriously, or
even fatally, injure themselves. Also ensure
that children do not inadvertently operate
the parking brake or the brake pedal.7)Opening or closing the door, as for all
opening parts of the vehicle, must be done
keeping in mind the precautions for use
concerning this operation: check that there
is no one, no part of a body, an animal or
object that could come into contact during
this manoeuvre. Only use the inside and
outside handles to manoeuvre the door.
Use caution in both opening and closing
the doors. Caution: when the vehicle is
parked on an incline, open or close the
door carefully until it locks in place. Always
make sure the sliding door is completely
closed before the vehicle starts moving.
8)Before opening a door, ensure that you
can do it in conditions of safety.
9)You must not open the left-hand sliding
side door with the fuel flap open while
refuelling. Check that the fuel flap is closed
while opening/closing the sliding side door
to avoid damage.
10)Do not leave the sliding side door open
when the vehicle is parked on a gradient. A
knock could release the latch leaving the
door free to move forward.
11)Before leaving the vehicle parked with
sliding doors open, always check that the
latch is engaged.
12)Always use this device when carrying
children.
13)The spring-loaded system is designed
for optimum usage. Accidental knocks or a
strong gust of wind may release the
springs, forcing the doors to close.
14)When closing, shut the right hand
swing door fully before you close the left
hand swing door. Never shut the two doors
at the same time.
15)In case of wind, do not leave the rear
swing doors open. Risk of injury.47T36595
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NOTE If the window encounters any
resistance during closing (for example a
tree branch, etc.) it stops and lowers a
few centimetres again.
Irregular operation
If the window closing fails to function,
the system moves to no pressure
mode: pull the concerned switch up as
much as needed until the window
closes completely (the window goes
back up gradually); then keep the
switch pulled up (always on the closing
side) for a second, then lower it and
raise it back up completely to reinstate
the system.
If necessary, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Rear sliding windows:
56)
Use the handle 4 fig. 108 and run the
window to the desired stop.
WARNING
54)Incorrect use of the electric windows
may be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving window or through
objects getting caught or hit by it. When
leaving the vehicle (equipped with
mechanical key with remote control),
always remove the key from the ignition
device to prevent accidental operation of
the electric windows from being a hazard
for those still on board.
55)When you close the windows, check
that no part of a body (arm, hand, etc.) is
sticking out from the vehicle. Danger of
serious injury.
56)Before manoeuvring it, make sure no
occupant is sticking out of a window or an
open door.
ENGINE BONNET
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16)
To open, pull lever 1 fig. 109.
Unlocking bonnet safety catch
To open it, push lever 2 fig. 110 to the
left: the bonnet will be lifted.
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safety, the distance between the head
and headrest must be minimum;
adjust cushion (seat) height. This
adjustment optimises visibility;
adjust the steering wheel.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT BELTS
Sit firmly on the backrest.
The chest belt 1 fig. 169 must be as
close as possible to the neck without
touching it.
The waist belt 2 fig. 169 must be
resting on the thighs and against the
pelvis.
The belt must adhere as much as
possible to the body. (e.g. avoid
wearing clothes that are too bulky or
placing obstacles between the body
and belt).Locking
Pull out the belt slowly without forcing it
and insert the tab 3 fig. 170 into the
buckle 5 (make sure it is locked by
pulling the tab 3).
Repeat the operation if the seat belt
blocks.
If the belt is completely blocked, pull
slowly but firmly and draw out at least
3 cm. Let it rewind normally then pull it
out again. If the problem persists,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
Front seat belts not fastened
warning light
If the seat belt is not buckled, the light
stays on when the engine is started,
then, when you reach 16 km/h, it
flashes and there is an acoustic signal
for about two minutes.Adjusting the front seat belt height
Move the lever 6 fig. 171 to select the
adjustment position so the chest belt 1
fig. 169 adheres to the body as
described above.
After adjusting, make sure it is properly
locked in place.
Unlocking
Press button 4 fig. 170, the belt
rewinds. Accompany it as it rewinds.
Rear side belts
For the first row in the rear, you must
use belts 8 fig. 172;
for the last row at the rear, you must
use the seat belts 7 fig. 172.
When the seat belt 8 fig. 172 is not
worn, insert the tab 9 into the buckle
10.
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SAFETY
adjust the headrest. For maximum

89)Do not change the originally installed
restraining system components in any way:
belts, seats and related fasteners. In
special cases (e.g.: installing a child seat)
see a Fiat Dealership.
90)Do not use anything that could loosen
the buckles (diaper pins, clips, etc.)
because a loose seat belt can cause injury
in case of an accident.
91)Never pass the shoulder belt under
your arm or behind your back.
92)Never use the same belt for more than
one person, and never fasten your seat
belt across a newborn or child you are
holding in your lap.
93)The seat belt must not be twisted.
94)After an accident, check the seat belts
and if necessary replace them. In addition,
replace the seat belts if they start to show
any sign of wear or deterioration.
95)When refitting the single rear seat,
make sure the safety belts and their tabs
are positioned correctly so they can be
used normally.
96)Check that the seat belt locking device
is correctly inserted into the buckle.
97)Do not insert any object that could
block the belt and compromise its correct
operation.
98)Make sure you have positioned the
locking housing (it should not be covered,
crushed or flattened by people or objects).PRE-TENSIONERS
99)
When the pretensioners intervene, they
make the seat belt adhere to the seat
occupant's body, increasing the
effectiveness of the seat belt.
With starter switch on, in the event of a
violent frontal collision, depending on its
magnitude, the system may trigger the
seat belt winder pretensioner 1 fig. 176
causing it to retract the belt
immediately.
LOAD LIMITERS
Depending on the collision’s degree of
violence, this mechanism activates to
limit the seat belt action against the
body to a supportable level.
WARNING
99)Check the safety devices after every
accident. Any intervention on the complete
system (pre-tensioners, air bags, electronic
modules, wiring) or re-use on another
vehicle, even if identical, is strictly
prohibited. In order to prevent accidental
deployments that could cause damage,
only qualified Fiat Dealership personnel can
intervene in pre-tensioners and air bags.
Checking the electrical features of the
actuator can only be effected by
specifically prepared personnel using the
proper tools. When the vehicle is
scrapped, see a Fiat Dealership to remove
the pre-tensioner gas generator and air
bags.
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The safety devices complementary to
the front passenger seat belt have to be
activated.
Functioning defects
If the activation/deactivation system for
the front passenger air bags is not
functioning, you cannot install the child
restraint on the front seat with the head
facing rear. We advise you also not totravel with passengers seated there.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
WARNING
100)The air bag system uses a
pyrotechnical principle, meaning that its
activation produces heat, emits smoke
(that does not mean fire) and generates an
explosive sound. Air bag deployment,
which should be immediate, can cause
skin injuries or other problems.
101)Do not attach any object (pins, logos,
watches, phone support, etc.) to the
steering wheel.
102)The steering wheel must not be
covered in any way.
103)Dismantling the steering wheel is
prohibited (except by a qualified Fiat
Dealership technician).
104)Do not drive to close to the steering
wheel: adopt a driving position with your
arms slightly bent. This position will ensure
a sufficient distance for the air bag to
deploy efficiently.
105)Do not glue anything (pins, logos,
watches, phone supports, etc.) to the
dashboard near the airbag.
106)Do not place anything (animals,
umbrella, cane, boxes, etc.) between the
dashboard and the passenger.
107)Do not rest your feet on the
dashboard or the seat: these positions
could cause serious injuries. In general,
keep all parts of the body (knees, hands,
head, etc.) away from the dashboard.108)The passenger air bag only protects
the side front seat passenger; the centre
front seat passenger is only protected by
the seat belt. We recommend you respect
normal safety regulations (fasten your seat
belt). There may be serious injuries in the
event of an accident.
109)The passenger airbag must be
activated/deactivated when the vehicle is
stationary. If deactivated while driving, the
andwarning lights turn on. To turn
these lights off, you need to deactivate
then reactivate the passenger air bag again
when the vehicle is stopped.
110)When the child restraint is no longer in
use, reactivate the front seat belt
complementary safety devices to ensure
front passenger protection in case of an
accident. Installing a rear-facing child
restraint system on the front passenger is
prohibited until the front seat belt
complementary safety devices have been
deactivated (refer to the "Passenger side
airbag and child restraint systems – how to
deactivate the airbags" paragraph in the
"Knowing your vehicle” chapter).
111)Because of the incompatibility of the
front passenger air bag deployment and
the positioning of a child seat facing
forward, NEVER INSTALL a child restraint
system facing backwards on a seat
equipped with FRONT AIRBAG
ACTIVATION. It could result in a CHILD'S
DEATH or could SERIOUSLY INJURE
him/her.
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CHILD PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
CARRYING CHILDREN
SAFELY
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A child, just like any adult, must be
seated properly with their seat belt
attached regardless of the trip. You are
responsible for children while they are
being carried.
A child is not a miniature adult. He/she
is exposed to specific injuries because
his/her muscles and bones are not fully
developed. A seat belt alone is not
sufficient for carrying children. Use an
appropriate child restraint system and
use it correctly.
Using child restraint systems
The level of protection offered by a child
restraint system depends on its ability
to hold the child and on its installation.
Incorrect installation compromises a
child's protection in case of abrupt
braking or collision.
Before buying a child restraint system,
make sure that it conforms to the
regulations of the country where you
are and where it will be installed in the
vehicle. Contact a Fiat Dealership to
know which child seats are
recommended for vehicles.Before installing the child restraint
system, read the handbook and follow
the instructions in it. If you have and
difficulty during installation, contact the
child restraint system manufacturer.
Keep the instructions with the child
restraint system.
IMPORTANT Teach the child to:
fasten it properly;
get in and out of the vehicle on the
side opposite traffic.
Do not use child seat that are on sale or
do not have a handbook. Make sure no
object, in the seat or nearby, gets in the
way of its installation.
CHOICE OF CHILD RESTRAINT
SEAT
Child seats facing backwards
In proportion, a child's head is heavier
that an adult's and his/her neck is very
fragile.Transport a child this way as long as
possible (up to at least 2 years old). It
supports the head and neck fig. 186.
Select an encompassing child seat for
better side protection and replace it
when the child's head is higher than the
seat.
Child seats facing forwards
A child's head and abdomen are the
main parts of the body that need
protecting. A forward-facing child
restraint system that is solidly fastened
to the vehicle reduces the risk of hitting
the head.
Move the child to a forward-facing child
restraint system as soon as his/her size
allows it. For better side protection,
choose an encompassing child restraint
system fig. 187.
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Types of bulbs: H16LL.
Type of bulb for vehicles with cornering
lights: H11LL.
Side direction indicators
Release the lens (indicator) 5
fig. 234 (using a screwdriver, pad the tip
with a cloth so that it does not damage
the body paint).
Turn the bulb holder 4 fig. 234 a quarter
turn anticlockwise and pull out the bulb.Types of bulbs: W5W or depending on
the vehicle WY5 W.
Auxiliary lights
If you want to equip the vehicle with
"fog lights" or "long distance" please
contact a Fiat Dealership.
Rear light cluster Type A
Undo the screws 1 fig. 235.
Slightly turn the cluster A fig. 235 and
disengage it to access bulb holder 2
fig. 236.
Release the bulb holder by turning it a
quarter turn anticlockwise.
Release the bulbs by pressing slightly
and simultaneously turning them a
quarter turn anticlockwise.
Directional signals 3 fig. 237:
bayonet light bulb PY 21W.
Parking and brake lights 4
fig. 237: bayonet bulb P 21/5W.
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IN AN EMERGENCY

BATTERY
RECHARGING
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40)
To avoid risk of sparks:Make sure the "electrical users"
(courtesy lights, etc.) are disconnected
before disconnecting or reconnecting a
battery.
if you want to recharge the battery,
turn off the battery charger before
connecting or disconnecting the
battery;
do not place metal objects on the
battery, to prevent a short circuit
between terminals;
wait at least one minute after turning
off the engine to disconnect the battery;
check that the terminals have been
reconnected correctly after refitting.
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger has to be
compatible with a nominal voltage of
12 Volts.
Do not disconnect the battery while the
engine is started. Follow the battery
charger manufacturer's instructions for
the battery you plan to use.
WARNING
178)Handle the battery carefully, because
it contains sulphuric acid that must not
come into contact with eyes or skin. If that
happens, rinse thoroughly with water. If
necessary, see a doctor. Keep open
flames, incandescent items and sources of
sparks far from the battery's elements: risk
of explosion. When you intervene near the
engine, this last could be hot. Moreover,
the cooling fan could start up at any time.
Risk of injury.
179)Some batteries can have specific
recharging rules, please ask for information
at a Fiat Dealership. Avoid the risk of
sparks that could cause an immediate
explosion. Charge in a well ventilated
place. Danger of serious injury.
180)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with your skin and
eyes. The battery should be charged in a
well ventilated place, away from naked
flames or possible sources of sparks:
danger of explosion and fire.
181)Do not attempt to charge a frozen
battery: it must be thawed first, otherwise it
may explode. If freezing has occurred, the
battery should be checked by skilled
personnel to make sure that the internal
elements are not damaged and that the
body is not cracked, with the risk of leaking
poisonous and corrosive acid.
IMPORTANT
40)The engine must be stopped before
performing any operation in the engine
compartment.
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SERVICING AND CARE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the car to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING.......163
SERVICING PROCEDURES.....168
CHECKING LEVELS..........169
FILTERS..................172
BATTERY.................173
WHEELS AND TYRES.........174
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW
WIPER..................176
BODYWORK...............178
INTERIOR.................180
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SERVICING AND CARE