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2.21
Temporary deactivation of
the system
(depending on vehicle)
Press switch 2 to deactivate the system:
The indicator light built into the switch
lights up to remind you that the system
is deactivated.
Pressing the switch again will react-
ivate the system and switch off the in-
dicator light.
The system is automatically reactivated
after the ignition is switched off and the
engine restarted.
PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL (2/2)
Operating faultsWhen the system detects an operating
fault there will be a 3-second contin-
uous beep as a warning. Please see an
authorised dealer.
In the event an impact to
the underside of the vehicle
(e.g.: striking a post, raised
kerb or other street furni-
ture) this may result in damage to
the vehicle (e.g.: twisted axle), the
electrical circuit or the traction bat-
tery.
To avoid any risk of accident, have
your vehicle checked by an ap-
proved dealer.
2
Prolonged deactivation of the
system
You can deactivate the system perma-
nently by pressing and holding switch 2.
The warning light built into the switch
remains lit constantly.
Pressing the switch again will react-
ivate the system and switch off the in-
dicator light.
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3.7
AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING: programming (1/2)
Adjusting the programming
This function enables the electric net-
work (and the not the traction battery)
to be used under certain conditions, in
order to obtain a comfortable tempera-
ture prior to using the vehicle.
It triggers the heating in cold weather
and the fan in warm weather.
1
Operating conditions
– the ignition must be switched off;
– the battery charging must be finished for the function to be triggered;
– the vehicle has to be plugged into the mains;
and
– control 1 must be position
.
2
In cold weather (< 0°C), you are rec-
ommended to position control 2 in
air recirculation position. This en-
ables greater efficiency and lower
energy consumption in the passen-
ger compartment ambient tempera-
ture.
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3.8
AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING: programming (2/2)
Activating the function
– With the ignition on, control 1 on
;
– turn off the ignition. The “COMFORT” message and the programmed time
are displayed on the instrument
panel for a few seconds;
– charge your vehicle;
The function triggers on the hour pre-
ceding the hour programmed in order to
reach a comfortable temperature.
Automatically switching off the
function
– about 30 minutes after the pro- grammed time;
– if the charging socket is discon- nected;
– if control 1 is not in position
.
2
3
A
B
Setting the start time for the
function
– To programme the start time, use
buttons A and B to navigate through
the menu until message COMFORT
PROG appears.
– hold down button B on stalk 3 - the
hours flash;
– press button A to adjust them; – hold down button
B on stalk 3 - the
minutes flash;
– press button A to adjust them;
– confirm by pressing button B on
stalk 3.
The message “COMFORT PROG” and
the programmed time are displayed on
the instrument panel.
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3.10
ADDITIONAL HEATING (2/2)
Operating fault
If the additional heating does not switch
on:
– start the vehicle;
– switch on the heating by pressing switch 4;
– wait for 5 minutes;
– turn off the heater;
– switch off your vehicle ignition;
– restart the operation 4 or 5 times.
If the additional heating still fails to op-
erate, please contact an authorised
dealer.
Operating principle
With the engine running, press switch 4.
The operation cuts out:
– when the ignition is switched off;
– after a few minutes, when the mini- mum fuel level has been reached;
With the engine running,
when you open the driv-
er’s door, a message will
appear on the instrument
panel along with a beep to tell you
to switch off the additional heating.
Warnings concerning the
use of additional heating
– Do not operate the ad-
ditional heating in an en-
closed location; exhaust fumes
are poisonous.
– Do not park the vehicle or oper- ate the additional heating in lo-
cations where flammable mate-
rial or substances such as grass
or leaves can come into contact
with a hot exhaust system.
– Do not operate the additional heating when filling the fuel tank.
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3.13
Special features
Depending on the vehicle, remote un-
locking of the doors triggers timed light-
ing of the passenger compartment. If
one of the front or rear doors is opened,
the period for which the light is switched
on will start again.
Then the courtesy light and the luggage
compartment light dim and go out.
The lighting timer will cut out for vari-
ous reasons:
– if a door has been open for 15 min-utes;
– if all the doors have been closed for 15 seconds or 5 minutes, depending
on the vehicle;
– when the ignition is switched on.
INTERIOR LIGHTING (2/2)
C
Sliding side door light C(depending on vehicle)
Pressing switch 3 gives:
– permanent lighting;
– light when the sliding side door is opened. It goes out when the door in
question is correctly closed;
– immediate switching off.
3
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3.15
Electric windows
With the ignition on:
– press the switch for the window concerned to lower it to the desired
height;
– lift the switch for the window con- cerned to raise it to the desired
height.
From the driver’s seat
Operate the switches as follows:
– 1 for the driver’s side;
– 2 for the front passenger side.
ELECTRIC WINDOWS (1/2)
From the front passenger seat
Operate switch 3.
1
23
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle
with the remote control unit
inside and never leave a
child (or a pet) unsupervised, even
for a short while.
The reason for this is that the child
may endanger himself or others
by starting the vehicle, activating
equipment such as the electric win-
dows, or locking the doors. If any
part of the body becomes trapped,
reverse the direction of the window
immediately by pressing the rele-
vant switch. Risk of serious injury.
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3.17
Removable ashtray 1
This is a removable ashtray which can
be placed in the cup holders.
Lift the cover to open.
To empty it, pull the assembly. The ash-
tray will come out of its housing.
ASHTRAYS, CIGARETTE LIGHTER, ACCESSORIES SOCKETS
1
3
Accessories sockets
You may use the cigarette lighter
recess 2 or one of sockets 3 (depend-
ing on the vehicle). They are designed
for connecting accessories with a maxi-
mum power rating of 120 Watts (volt-
age: 12V) which have been approved
by our Technical Department.
Depending on the 12V battery charge,
the accessories socket may stop work-
ing.
Cigarette lighter 2
With the ignition on, press it in. It will
spring back with a click when it is ready.
Pull it out to use.
After use, replace it without pushing it
all the way in.
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4.6
Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
12 VOLT BATTERY (1/2)
Never open the battery cover 1.
The charge status of the 12V battery
can decrease, especially if you use
your vehicle:
– when the exterior temperature drops;
– after extended use of energy-con- suming devices (radio etc.) with the
engine switched off.
Replacement
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
1
The battery is a specific
type, please ensure it is
replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
Do not work on the 12 volt
battery (charging, replac-
ing, etc.):
– without switching off the
ignition;
– if your traction battery is charg- ing.
Please refer to the information
on “Electric vehicle: charging” in
Section 1.
Risk of serious injury.
Replacing the 12V battery
For your own safety, you
must respect the replace-
ment intervals (without
exceeding them) as stated in the
maintenance document.