steering wheel FIAT TALENTO 2017 Owner handbook (in English)

ACTIVE SAFETY
SYSTEMS
Depending on the version, they can
consist of:
by the anti-lock braking system
(ABS);
electronic stability control (ESC) with
understeering and traction control
system;
driving with a trailer assistance;
emergency brake assistance;
road grip control;
assisted departure on inclines.
ABS (Anti-lock Braking
System)
131) 132) 133) 134)
In case of abrupt braking,the ABS
avoids wheel locking, so it manages the
braking distance and maintains vehicle
control.
In these conditions you can carry out
manoeuvres while braking fully.
Moreover, this system optimises the
braking distance, especially on slippery
surfaces (wet roadbed, etc.).
Every time you activate this device, you
know because the brake pedal shakes.
The ABS never improves the "physical"
performance associated with the
wheel's road grip. The rules of the road
must be respected (safety distance
between vehicles, etc.).IMPORTANT In an emergency, we
advise you to apply strong, continuous
pressure to the brake pedal. You do not
need to pump it. The ABS will modulate
the force applied to the brakes.
Irregular operation:
Depending on the vehicle,and
lit on the instrument panel along
with dedicated messages mean: the
ABS, ESC and emergency power
steering have been deactivated.
Braking is always guaranteed;
andSTOPlit on the
instrument panel, along with the
dedicated message on the display,
indicates that there is a fault in the
brake system.
In both cases, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) SYSTEM
135) 136)
Electronic stability control ESC
This system helps maintain control of
the vehicle in "critical" driving conditions
(avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip in a
curve, etc.).
Operating principle
A sensor on the steering wheel
recognises the driving trajectory that the
driver set.
Other sensors installed in the vehicle
measure the real trajectory.The system compares the driver's
adherence to the effective trajectory,
correcting it if necessary, braking a few
wheels and/or reducing engine power if
the system was activated and its
warning light
flashes on the
instrument panel.
Understeering control
This system optimises the ESC action
in case of noticeable understeer (loss of
front grip).
Traction Control System
This system limits the drive wheels
slipping and helps control the vehicle
when starting out, accelerating or
decelerating.
Operating principle
Thanks to the sensor in the wheels, the
system measures and compares the
drive wheel rotation speed, detecting
immediately loss of grip. If a wheel
starts sliding, the system intervenes by
braking to re-stabilise the drive that is
compatible with the level of road grip.
The system also acts on the engine
speed, adapting it to wheel road grip,
independently of the driver's use of the
accelerator.
Irregular operation
When the system detects an
operational irregularity, the dedicated
message appears on the display and
the warning lights
andturn
on. In this case, the ESC and traction
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SAFETY

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
142) 143)
23) 24)
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.
IMPORTANT
23)When the engine is stopped, never
leave the ignition device in the "M" position
to prevent useless current absorption from
draining the battery.
24)A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely no
practical purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to turbocharged
engines.
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No. Destination No. Destination No. Destination
1APCcharger for vehicles with
electronic key10 Predisposition for towing system 19 Heater
2Free11Timer battery, central passenger
compartment unit20Rearscreen wipers, window washer
pump, horn
3Free12Right daytime running lights, front
parking lights, right high beam, left low
beam21 General APC charger
4+ battery for vehicles with
electronic key13Danger warning lights, direction
indicators22 Reversing lights
5 Additional air conditioning 14 Locking the opening parts 23 Stop switch
6 Additional cabin heating 15Left daytime running lights, rear parking
lights, left high beam, right low beam24
Injection, ignition
(1)
7Electric rear view mirrors,
complementary central
adaptation unit16Licence plate light, front and rear fog
lights25
Air bag, steering wheel lock(1)
8 Rear view mirror defroster 17Alarms, acoustic warnings, light and
windscreen wiper levers26 Passenger's electric window
9Radio, multi-media system, rear
view mirror, diagnostic socket.18 Instrument panel 27
Power steering
(1)
(1) Contact a Fiat Dealership to replace these fuses.
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TOWING THE
VEHICLE
182) 183) 184)
41) 42) 43)
The steering wheel should not be
locked; the starter device has to be in
position "M" (ignition) to allow signalling
("Stop" lights, emergency lights). At
night the outside vehicle lighting must
remain on.
Detach the trailer where there is one.
Moreover, you have to comply with the
towing conditions, defined by the
regulations in force in the country you
are in.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
Never use the gear or drive shafts to
tow the vehicle.
Use the rings exclusively for towing; in
no case must they be used to lift the
vehicle up, directly or indirectly.
In the rear part use exclusively:
for vehicles without a tow hook, tow
point 2 fig. 262;
for vehicles with a tow hook, tow
point 3 fig. 263.
To mount the towing knob 3, please
see the installation instructions for the
equipment.In the front part use exclusively:The tow ring 6 fig. 264 (located in the
tool bag) and tow point 4.Front tow point
Use a screwdriver to release the
protection 5 fig. 264.
Fully tighten the tow ring 4 fig. 264: (first
by hand, then use the tyre wrench).
WARNING
182)Before towing, turn the starter device
to M position and then to S without
extracting it. The steering column will
automatically lock when the key is removed
and the wheels cannot be steered.
183)Before tightening the tow ring, clean
the relative threaded hole thoroughly. Make
sure that the ring is fully fastened in the
housing before towing the vehicle. Do not
start the engine whilst the vehicle is being
towed.
262T36697
263T36698
264T36699
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IN AN EMERGENCY

Label A fig. 274
To read it open the driver's door
fig. 275.
B: front tyre pressure inflation when
not driving on a highway, or when there
are fewer than four people on board.
C: rear tyre pressure inflation when
not driving on a highway, or when there
are fewer than four people on board.
D: pressure inflation for front tyres
when travelling on a highway or when
there is a significant load.
E: pressure inflation for rear tyres
when travelling on a highway or when
there is a significant load.
IMPORTANT For vehicles used with full
loads (Maximum load allowed when full)
and with a tow trailer, the maximum
speed is limited to 100 km/h and tyre
pressure has to be increased 0.2 bar.
Refer to the “Weights” paragraph on
the “Technical data” chapter.
SPARE TYRE
Please see the paragraph "Replacing a
tyre" in the "Emergency" chapter.
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT
THE ROTATION OF THE
TYRES
We advise you not to do this kind of
operation.
WINTER USE
55) 56) 57) 58)
Chains
For safety reasons, mounting snow
chains on the rear axle is prohibited.
The use of larger sized tyres than the
original ones makes fitting chains
impossible.Snow tyres
We advise you to fit these tyres to
guarantee the best vehicle grip
possible.
IMPORTANT These tyres sometimes
mean a maximum speed limit that may
be less than vehicle’s maximum speed.
Studded tyres
(For versions/markets where provided)
This type of tyre can only be used for a
limited period determined by local laws.
You need to respect the speed limits
imposed by local laws in effect.
These tyres can be fitted on at least
both front wheels.
In any case, it is advisable to
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
205)Insufficient pressure can cause the
tyres to wear early and heat up abnormally,
with obvious consequences for safety;
poor road grip, risk of blow-out or treads
detaching. Inflation pressure depends on
the load and the speed. Adjust the
pressure according to the conditions of
use (see the label located on the inside of
the driver's door pillar).
206)For safety reasons, only a specialised
technician should carry out this operation.
Fitting a different type of tyre can alter the
vehicle's compliance with the regulations in
force, cornering performance, steering and
fitting snow chains.
274T36619
275T36615
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STEERING
Multijet – Ecojet (Euro 5 – Euro 6)
Short wheelbase (L1) Long wheelbase (L2)
Power steering Hydraulic
T
urning circle between
pavements (mm)11.84 13.17
Turning circle between walls
(mm)12.40 13.73
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
The instrument panel warning lights are dim
or do not turn on, the starter motor does not
turn over.Battery terminal loose, disconnected or
rusted.Tighten it, reconnect it or clean it if it is
rusted.
Battery run down or out of order.Connect another battery to the defective one.
See the paragraph "Emergency starting" or
replace the battery if necessary. Do not push
the vehicle if the steering wheel lock is
engaged.
Circuit defective. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
The engine does not start.Starting conditions were not satisfied.Refer to the “Starting the engine” paragraph
in the “Knowing your vehicle” chapter.
The electronic key "easy access" does not
work.Insert the key in the reader to start the
engine. Refer to the “Starting the engine”
paragraph in the “Knowing your vehicle”
chapter.
The engine does not stop.Electronic key not recognised. Insert key into the reader.
Electronic problem.Press the starter button five times in a row,
quickly.
The steering wheel stays locked.Steering wheel locked.Turn the steering wheel and press the start
button at the same time (refer to the "Starting
the engine” paragraph in the “Knowing your
vehicle” chapter).
Circuit defective. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
During driving
White smoke coming from the exhaust pipe.This does not necessarily indicate a defect:
the smoke comes from regenerating the
particulate filter.Please see the paragraph "Details about the
Diesel version".
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TECHNICAL DATA

Protecting the environment.......71
Radar parking...............54
Radio.....................66
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones...................5
Rear camera................56
Rear headrest...............27
Rear view mirrors.............33
Refuelling the vehicle...........41
Replacing an external bulb......139
Replacing an internal bulb.......138
Scheduled maintenance........157
Seat belts..................90
Seats.....................27
Front seats...............27
Service schedule.............158Servicing procedures..........162
Side airbags................97
Pull-down window air bag......97
Single rear seats..............28
Size.....................183
Sleeve....................60
Speed Limiter...............69
Start&Stop system............31
Starting the engine...........128
Steering..................181
Steering wheel/Power steering.....31
Adjusting the steering wheel....31
Power steering.............31
Storage compartment..........60
Suggestions for driving.........134
Symbols....................4
Towing the vehicle...........154
TPMS – Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System.................125
Traction Plus...............123
Transmission...............180
TSA (Trailer Stability Assist)......123
Tyre inflation kit..............150
Tyres ....................182
Using the gearbox...........130
Wheels and tyres............168
Windscreen / rear window wipers
Windscreen Wiper / Washer....39
Windscreen wiper/rear window
wiper...................39
Wiper blades...............170
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