engine coolant FIAT TALENTO 2021 Owner handbook (in English)

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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Vehicles with automatic air
conditioning
Make sure the air conditioning is
working (LED on A/C OFF button 3
fig. 99 off).
To activate the control settings for 1
fig. 100, press button 4 fig. 99.The LED of button 4 fig. 99 and the
LED 5 fig. 100 of the control 1 are off.
NOTE: Button 4 fig. 99 and control 1
fig. 100 have an operation warning
light:
warning lights 4 fig. 99 and 5
fig. 100 on, control 1 is not active;
warning lights 4 fig. 99 and 5
fig. 100 off, control 1 is active.
WARNING
54)Do not introduce anything into the
vehicle's ventilation circuit (for example
perfumed items to remove unpleasant
odours, etc.) There is a risk of damaging or
fire.
55)Do not open the cooling liquid circuit. It
is dangerous to eyes and skin.
IMPORTANT
2)The system uses a coolant that is
compatible with the laws in force in the
countries where the vehicle is sold, R134a
or R1234yf (indicated on a specific plate in
the engine compartment). The use of other
coolants affects the efficiency and condition
of the system. Also the compressor
coolants used must be compatible with the
indicated coolant.
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4
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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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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

Thousands of kilometres40 80 120 160 200
Years246810
Engine coolant liquid replacement(7)
Replace the passenger compartment cleaner
(7) Replacing it every 6 years or 160,000 km is recommended
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SERVICING AND CARE

PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up the
engine oil level.
DEMANDING VEHICLE
USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Service Plan:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
boot locks, cleanliness and lubrication
of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
SERVICING
PROCEDURES
The vehicle respects the recycling
criteria and scrapped vehicle
assessment which came into force in
2015.
Therefore, some of the vehicle’s
components are designed with their
ultimate recycling in mind.
These components can easily be
disassembled to be recovered and
reused in the recycling industry.
Moreover, thanks to its advanced
design, its original setup and its modest
fuel consumption, the vehicle complies
with the anti-pollution regulations in
force. We are actively committed to
reducing polluting gases and saving
energy. But the level of polluting gas
emissions and vehicle consumption
also depend on you. Take care to use
and service your car correctly.
Keep in mind that lack of respect for
anti-pollution laws can expose the
vehicle's owner to administrative
sanctions. Moreover, replacing engine,
fuel system and exhaust parts with
other non-original ones voids the
vehicle's compliance with the
anti-pollution regulations.
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Unscrew cap 1 fig. 274;
restore the level (the approximate
amount to get between the dipstick 2
"min" and "max" levels is about 1.5 and
2 litres, depending on the engine);
wait about 10 seconds to let the oil
flow in the circuit;
check the level with the dipstick 2
fig. 274 (as described above).
Once the operation is done, insert the
dipstick as far as it will go or screw the
cap back on completely.
IMPORTANT To avoid splashing, use a
funnel when topping up/filling up.
IMPORTANT Never exceed the "max"
level and do not forget to put the cap
1 back on and dipstick 2 fig. 274 in
place.
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Change engine oil
Contact a Fiat Dealership.Amount of oil to replace
Always check the oil level with the
dipstick (it must never be below the
MIN level nor above the MAX level).
Engine oil quality
Refer to the “Fluids and lubricants”
paragraph on the “Technical data”
chapter.
IMPORTANT In case of unusual,
repeated drop, see a Fiat Dealership.
BRAKE FLUID
The level is checked with the engine
stopped and on a horizontal surface.
It has to be checked often and in any
case every time there is a minimum
variation in the braking system.Level 2 fig. 275
Normally the level drops along with the
brake pad wear, but it should not drop
below the warning threshold "MIN".
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Filling
Every operation on the hydraulic circuit
involves replacing the fluid by a
specialised technician.
Use an approved fluid only (taken from
a new pack).
Replacement
Refer to the Scheduled Service Plan (in
this chapter).
IMPORTANT In case of unusual,
repeated drop, see a Fiat Dealership.
COOLANT LIQUID
With the engine off, on a level surface,
the cold level should be between "MIN"
and "MAX" indicated on coolant tank 1
fig. 276.
IMPORTANT In case of unusual,
repeated drop, see a Fiat Dealership.
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275T36609
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Level control
Regularly check the coolant liquid level
(the engine could suffer serious damage
if the coolant liquid is out).
If you need to top up, only use products
approved by the Fiat Dealership, which
ensures:
antifreeze protection;
anti-corrosion protection in the
cooling circuit.
Replacement
Refer to the Scheduled Service Plan (in
this chapter).
SCREEN WASHER
RESERVOIR
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Filling
With the engine off, open cap 3
fig. 277. Fill it until you see the liquid,
then replace the cap.
Fluid
Window washing liquid (antifreeze
product in winter).
WARNING
199)When you top up the oil, be careful
not to let oil drops fall on the engine parts,
risking a fire. Do not forget to close the cap
correctly, otherwise you could cause a fire
due to the oil splashes on parts of the hot
engine.200)If replacing oil to a hot engine, be
careful of burn risk caused by oil backflow.
201)Always turn off the ignition device
before working in the engine compartment
(refer to the “The keys” paragraph in the
“Knowing your vehicle” chapter).
202)When you intervene near the engine,
this last could be hot. Moreover, the
cooling fan could start up at any time. The
warning light serves to remind you of
this condition. Risk of injury.
203)Do not turn the engine over in a
closed space: the exhaust gases are toxic.
204)When working in the engine
compartment, make sure that the
windscreen wiper arm is in the stopped
position. Risk of injury.
205)No intervention on the cooling system
should be effected when the engine is hot.
Danger of burns.
206)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of
fire.
207)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is
hot: you may get burned. Do not get too
close to the radiator cooling fan: the
electric fan may start; danger of injury.
Scarves, ties and other loose clothing
might be pulled by moving parts.
208)If the engine oil is being topped up,
wait for the engine to cool down before
loosening the filler cap, particularly for
vehicles with an aluminium cap (for
versions/markets where provided).
WARNING: risk of burns!
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CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
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The refrigeration circuit may contain
fluorinated greenhouse gases.
Depending on the vehicle version, the
label A inside the engine compartment
gives the following information. The
presence and location of the
information on the label A depends on
the vehicle.
Coolant type
Oil type in the air
conditioning
circuit
Flammable
product
Refer to the
instruction manual
Maintenance
x.xxx kg
Amount of refrigerant in the vehicle.
GWP xxxxx
Global warming potential (CO
2equivalent)
CO
2eq x.xx t
Amount in mass and CO
2equivalent.
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299T40621
300T40622
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TECHNICAL DATA

WARNING
231)Use AdBlue (Urea) additive only
according to DIN 70 070 and ISO
22241-1. Other fluids may cause damage
to the system: also exhaust emissions
would no longer comply with the law.
232)The distribution companies are
responsible for the compliance of their
product. Observe the precautions of
storage and servicing, in order to preserve
the initial qualities. The manufacturer of the
vehicle does not recognise any guarantee
in case of malfunctions and damage
caused to the vehicle due to the use of
AdBlue (Urea) additive not in accordance
with regulations.
233)Always turn off the ignition device
before working in the engine compartment
(see the related information in the “Starting
the engine” paragraph in the “Starting and
driving” chapter).
234)Do not open the coolant circuit. It is
dangerous to eyes and skin.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Smoke coming from the engine
compartment.Short circuit or leaks from the cooling
circuit.Stop, remove the starter device, move away from the
vehicle and contact a Fiat Dealership.
The oil pressure warning light goes on
in a curve or when braking.The oil level is too low.Add engine oil (see the paragraph "Warning lights and
messages" in the chapter "Knowing the instrument
panel").
The oil pressure warning light goes on
and delays going off or stays on when
you accelerate.Low oil pressure. Stop and contact a Fiat Dealership.
Steering becomes hard.Power steering is overheating.
Drive carefully at slow speed taking into account the level
of effort on the steering wheel needed to turn the wheels.
Contact a Fiat Dealership. Servo electrical motor fault.
Servo system fault.
Vibrations.Badly inflated tyres, badly balanced or
damaged.Check the tyre pressure; if the defect persists, have it
checked at a Fiat Dealership.
The engine overheats. The coolant
liquid temperature indicator is in the
alarm area and theSTOPwarning light
goes on.The cooling fan is out of order. Stop, turn off the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership.
Coolant liquid leak.Check the coolant liquid tank: there should be liquid in it.
In not, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Coolant liquid boiling in the tank.
64)
Mechanical breakdown: head gasket
damaged.Stop the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership.
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