engine FIAT TALENTO 2021 Owner handbook (in English)

Warning light What it means
ALARM WARNING LIGHT
When the starter device is brought to MAR, the warning light switches on, but it should switch off as soon as the
engine is started. If it turns on together with other warning lights/messages on the instrument panel, you need to
drive carefully to the Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Lack of respect for this rule puts the vehicle at risk of being damaged.
AdBlue (Urea) ADDITIVE LEVEL AND EXHAUST GAS REDUCTION SYSTEM OPERATION FAULTS
See the information in the "AdBlue (Urea) additive tank" paragraph.
INJECTION / EOBD SYSTEM FAILURE
For vehicles thus equipped, it turns on when you start the engine, this it goes off:
if it stays on, contact a Fiat Dealership;
if it flashes, you need to reduce the engine running until the flashing stops. Contact a Fiat
Dealership.
Refer to the “Protecting the environment” paragraph in the “Knowing your vehicle” chapter.
DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)/ TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE
It goes on when the starter device is inserted and goes off after a few seconds.
This light turns on in various circumstances: refer to the "Active safety systems” paragraph in the “Safety” chapter.
ABS FAILURE
It goes on when the starter device is inserted and goes off after a few seconds. If it goes on while driving, it means
there is a malfunction in the ABS system. In this case the braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but
without the advantage of the ABS system. Consult a Fiat Dealership.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT
When the starter device is inserted, it goes on with a blue light.
If it turns red, you need to stop the car and let the motor idle for one or two minutes.
The temperature should go down and the light turns blue. Otherwise, stop the engine. Let it cool before checking
the coolant liquid temperature.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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Warning light What it means
Start&Stop SYSTEM ACTIVATION
Please see the paragraph "Start&Stop System".
StartStop FAILURE / DEACTIVATION
Please see the paragraph "Start&Stop System".
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED LIMITER
Refer to the "Cruise control" (Speed regulator) and "Speed limiter” paragraphs.
TPMS SYSTEM FAILURE /LOW TYRE PRESSURE
Refer to the “TPMS – TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM” paragraph in the “Safety” chapter.
ROAD GRIP CHECK
Refer to the “Active safety systems” paragraph in the “Safety” chapter.
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING
This warning light turns on when the starter switch is on, and will turn off when the glow plugs have reached the
preset temperature. The engine can be started as soon as the warning light switches off.
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Warning light What it means
GEAR CHANGE INDICATORS
These turn on to advise to shift to a higher (arrow pointing up) or lower (arrow pointing down) gear.
ECOMODE
These go on when ECOMODE is activated.
Please see the paragraph "Driving suggestions".
FRONT SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED WARNING LIGHT
This is on the central display and turns on when the engine is started. Then, if the driver's seat belt is not fastened
and the vehicle reaches 16 km/h, it flashes and an acoustic warning turns on for about 2 minutes.
Depending on the version, it flashes if the front passenger seat belt is not fastened.
DOOR OPEN
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LIGHTS AND MESSAGES FOR AdBlue (Urea) ADDITIVE TANK
When these warning lights go on, they might be together with an acoustic signal.
Warning lights on panel Message What to do
"VIEW DEDICATED MESSAGE ON THE
SCREEN"Fill or top up the AdBlue (Urea) tank or go to
a Fiat Dealership.
"VIEW DEDICATED MESSAGE ON THE
SCREEN"Fill or top up the AdBlue (Urea) tank or go to
a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
"VIEW DEDICATED MESSAGE ON THE
SCREEN"The engine does not start.
To restart, it is necessary to top up the
AdBlue (Urea) tank.
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System malfunction
The warning lights described below are together with an acoustic signal.
Warning lights on panel Message Meaning
"VIEW DEDICATED MESSAGE ON THE
SCREEN"Indicates a system malfunction. Contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
"VIEW DEDICATED MESSAGE ON THE
SCREEN"Indicates that in less than 1100 km you will
not be able to restart the vehicle. These
alarms will be repeated every 100 km.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
"VIEW DEDICATED MESSAGE ON THE
SCREEN"Indicates that once the engine has been
stopped, it will not restart. Contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
90)For safety, the STOPwarning light means that you must stop immediately, compatibly with the traffic conditions. Turn the engine off
and do not turn it back on. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT
19)If the lights or acoustic signals do not reappear, it is because of a malfunction in the instrument panel. When these lights go on, you need
to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow. Check that the vehicle is correctly immobilised and contact a Fiat Dealership.
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CONTROL PANEL
AND ON-BOARD
INSTRUMENTS
On-board computer 1 fig. 172
Depending on the vehicle version, it
includes the following functions:
distance travelled;
travel parameters;
information messages;
malfunction messages (together with
warning lights
);
alarm messages (together with the
STOPwarning light).
Selection buttons for displaying
Scroll up (button 9) or down (button 10)
for the following information, pressing a
few times briefly (the display will depend
on the vehicle's equipment and country
of sale) fig. 173.You can view the following information
on the display screen:
overall and partial odometer for the
distance travelled;
fuel consumed;
average fuel consumption;
instantaneous consumption;
expected range with remaining fuel;
distance travelled;
average speed;
service limit, oil change counter;
tyre pressure re-initialisation;
speed set on the Cruise Control /
Speed Limiter;
time and temperature;
on-board log, information message
scrolling and operational malfunction;
percentage volume of remaining
additive.Resetting the trip odometer
When the "trip meter" display is
selected, press either button 9 or 10
fig. 173 until the odometer is reset to
zero.
Resetting travel parameters
When one of the trip parameters is
selected on the display, press button
9 or 10 fig. 173 until the display is reset.
Interpreting some of the displayed
values after resetting
The further you travel after the last
reset, the more accurate and significant
the average fuel consumption,
autonomy and average speed become.
During the first kilometres travelled after
resetting, you will notice that the
autonomy increases as you travel. This
is because the system takes the
average fuel consumption since the last
reset into account. The average fuel
consumption can decrease when:
the vehicle is no longer accelerating;
the engine reaches operating
temperature (reset: cold engine);
going from urban to extra-urban
driving.
Automatic travel parameter reset
Reset is automatic when one of the
parameter's capacities is exceeded.
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Selection examples
Meaning of the data selected
On-board computer with service limit message
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULEOIL CHANGE IN 30,000 KM/
24 MONTHSMaintenance schedule
With the contact inserted, engine not on and the dedicated message on the
display, hold button 9 or 10 fig. 173 pressed for about 5 seconds to see the
service deadline (distance and time remaining until the next service deadline).
The following cases may occur as the next service deadline approaches:range less than 1500 km or one month: the dedicated message will appear
with the nearest due date (distance or time);
range at 0 km or the date for oil replacement reached: the dedicated
message appears on the screen along with the warning light .
The vehicle needs an oil change as soon as possible. SERVICE WITHIN 300 km / 24 DAYS
SERVICE
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.
Reinitialisation:to reinitialise the oil change deadline, view the remaining range (distance and time), by holding button 9 or 10 pressed
fig. 173 for approximately 10 seconds until the fixed oil change deadline appears fixed.
ON-BOARD: information messages
These can help vehicle ignition, provide information on a selection or on driving conditions.
ON-BOARD COMPUTER: anomaly 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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OCCUPANT
PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
91) 92)
20) 21)
3)
Depending on the trim, there could be:front seat belt retractor locking
pretensioners;
load limiters;
driver and passenger front airbags.
These systems are designed to function
separately or at the same time in case
of a frontal collision.
Depending on the violence of the crash,
the system activates:
seat belt locking.
seat belt pretensioner (which
activates the belt tension);
front airbags.
WARNING
91)Check the safety devices after every
accident.
92)Any intervention on the complete
system (pre-tensioners, airbags, electronic
modules, wiring) or re-use on another
vehicle, even if identical, is strictly
prohibited.
IMPORTANT
20)In order to prevent accidental
deployments that could cause damage,
only qualified Fiat Dealership personnel can
intervene in pre-tensioners and air bags.
21)Checking the electrical features of the
actuator can only be effected by specifically
prepared personnel using the proper tools.
IMPORTANT
3)When the vehicle is scrapped, see a Fiat
Dealership to remove the pre-tensioner gas
generator and air bags.
SEAT BELTS
93)
For obvious safety reasons, always
fasten the seat belts. In addition, always
comply with the laws of the country you
are in.
IMPORTANT For full effectiveness of the
rear seat belts, make sure that the
single rear seat is correctly locked in
place. Refer to the "Rear single seats”
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle”
chapter.
Before starting the engine, first adjust
the driving position and adjust the seat
belts to obtain the best possible
protection (for all the passengers).
The safety belts must always be kept
clean. Use products selected by Fiat
Dealership services or soap and warm
water, rubbing with a sponge and
drying with a dry cloth. Do not use
detergents or chemical products.
ADJUSTING THE DRIVER'S
POSITION
Sit with your back against the
backrest (after taking off clothing like
coat, jacket, etc.). This is an essential
factor for correctly positioning the back;
adjust the seat position according to
the pedals. The seat position must be
so as to allow pressing the clutch pedal
all the way. The backrest must be
inclined so arms are slightly bent;
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adjust the head restraint. For
maximum 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. 174 must be as
close as possible to the neck without
touching it.
The waist belt 2 fig. 174 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. 175 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
This is on the central display and turns
on when the engine is started. Then, if
the seat belt is not fastened and the
vehicle reaches 16 km/h, it flashes and
an acoustic warning turns on for about
2 minutes.
Depending on the vehicle, it flashes if
the front passenger seat belt is not
fastened.Adjusting the front seat belt height
Move the lever 6 fig. 176 to select the
adjustment position so the chest belt 1
fig. 174 adheres to the body as
described above.
After adjusting, make sure it is properly
locked in place.
Unlocking
Press button 4 fig. 175, the belt
rewinds. Accompany it as it rewinds.
Rear side belts
For the first row in the rear, you must
use belts 8 fig. 177;
for the last row at the rear, you must
use the seat belts 7 fig. 177.
When the seat belt 8 fig. 177 is not
worn, insert the tab 9 into the buckle
10.
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FRONT AIRBAGS
FRONT DRIVER AND
PASSENGER AIRBAGS
107) 108)
These are installed in correspondence
to the driver's and front passenger's
seats. The "airbag" mark on the
steering wheel and dashboard (airbag
area A fig. 182 ) are reminders of this
device's presence.
Each air bag system consists of:
an inflatable cushion and relative gas
generator installed in the steering wheel
for the driver and in the dashboard for
the passenger;
an electronic module control system
device that controls the gas generator
electric trigger device;
a single monitoring warning light
on the instrument panel.Operation
The system is operational only after
turning on the starter switch.
In the event of afrontalimpact, the air
bags inflate, allowing limited impact at
the driver's head and chest level
against the steering wheel and for the
passenger against the dashboard; they
deflate immediately after collision so as
not to impede exiting the vehicle
fig. 183.
Irregular operation
The warning light 4 fig. 184 goes on
when the starter device is inserted, and
they go off after a few seconds. If the
light does not go on when the starter
device is inserted or if it goes on when
the engine is on, it indicates a system
malfunction. Contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible. Any delay in
deployment can compromise efficiency.All warnings below are aimed a not
impeding air bag inflation and
avoiding serious injury owing to
flying objects when they open up.
Warnings concerning the driver's
air bag
109) 110) 111)
Warnings concerning the
passenger's air bag
112) 113) 114) 115) 116)
FRONT PASSENGER SIDE
AIR BAG AND CHILD
RESTRAINT
Deactivation of the front passenger
air bags (for vehicles that allow it)
117) 118)
Before installing a child restraint system
on the front passenger seat:
check that the installation of the child
restraint system is authorised on the
front seat, passenger side;
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