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Blind spot monitoring system
this driving assistance system warns the driver
of the presence of another vehicle in the blind
spot angle of their vehicle (areas masked from
the driver's field of vision), as soon as this
presents a potential danger.A warning lamp appears in the door mirror on
the side in question:
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mmediately, when being overtaken,
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fter a delay of about one second, when
overtaking a vehicle slowly.
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is system is designed to improve
safety when driving and is in no
circumstances a substitute for the use
of the interior rear view mirror and door
mirrors. It is the driver's responsibility to
constantly check the traffic, to assess
the distances and relative speeds
of other vehicles and to predict their
movements before deciding whether to
change lane.
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e blind spot sensor system can never
replace the need for vigilance on the
part of the driver.
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Reversing camera
the reversing camera is activated automatically
when reverse gear is engaged.
Depending on version, the image is displayed
in the touch screen or the instrument panel.
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e reversing camera cannot in any
circumstances be a substitute for the
vigilance and responsibility of the driver.
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e reversing camera function completes the
parking assistance.the superimposed representation of guide
lines helps with the manoeuvre.
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ey are represented by lines marked "on
the ground" and do not allow the position of
the vehicle to be determined relative to tall
obstacles (for example: other vehicles,
...).
the blue lines represent the general direction
of the vehicle (the difference corresponds to
the width of your vehicle without the mirrors).
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e red lines represent a distance of about
30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's rear
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e green lines represent distances of
about 1
and 2 metres beyond the edge of your
vehicle's rear bumper. Opening the boot causes the display to
disappear.
Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a soft, dry cloth.High pressure jet washing
When washing your vehicle, do not direct the
lance within 30 cm of the camera lens.
It is normal to be able to see part of
the number plate at the bottom of the
screen.
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towing a trailer
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more advice on driving when
towing, refer to the corresponding
section.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
Blanking cover
When towing, you must remove the blanking
cover if your vehicle has one.
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dealer or a qualified
workshop for this. For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.
We recommend the use of genuine
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towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved
from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to a P
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dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a
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dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
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Before each use
Check that the towball is correctly fitted by verifying the following points:
- t he towball is correctly locked in place (position A ),
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he security key lock is on and the key removed; the locking wheel can no longer be
operated,
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he towball must no longer move at all in its carrier; try to shake it by hand.
During use
Never unlock the towball when a trailer or load carrier is fitted.
Never exceed the maximum authorised weight for the vehicle plus trailer (gr oss tr ain
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Before driving, check the adjustment of the headlamp beam height.
For more information on adjusting the headlamps, refer to the corresponding section.
After use
For journeys made without a trailer or load carrier, the trailer harness socket must be folded
away, the towball removed and the protective blanking plug inserted in the carrier. th is
measure applies particularly if the towball could hinder visibility of the number plate or
lighting.
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Changing a wiper blade
Before removing a front
wiper blade
F Within one minute after switching off the ignition, operate the wiper stalk to
position the wiper blades vertically on
the


windscreen.
Removing
F Raise the corresponding wiper arm.
F un clip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting
F Put the corresponding new wiper blade in place and clip it.
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old down the wiper arm carefully.
After fitting a front wiper
blade
F Switch on the ignition.
F O perate the wiper stalk again to park the
wiper blades.
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Checking levels
take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the engine
may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and
the cooling fan could start at any time
(even with the ignition off).
Engine oil level
the check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles so equipped, or
using the dipstick.
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nsure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
sur face with the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). P
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recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. t
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p them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a P
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
Checking using the dipstick
the location of the dipstick is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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ke the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
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ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
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efit the dipstick and push fully down, then
pull it out again to make the visual check:
the correct level is between the marks A
and B .
A = MA X
B = MIN If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
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f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
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f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top up the engine oil.
Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
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Power steering fluid
level
the power steering fluid level should
be close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to
check the level.
th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
the brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Topping-up the engine oil level
the location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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screw the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
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dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
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ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
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dd more oil if necessary.
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fter checking the level, carefully refit the
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
After topping-up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid
during the 30 minutes after topping up.
Engine oil change
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
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Checks
12 V battery
the battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check regularly that the
terminals are correctly tightened (versions
without quick release terminals) and that
the connections are clean.Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for these
components.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of
the replacement interval for this
component.
Oil filter
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of specific
technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out only by a
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
Particle filter (Diesel)
the start of saturation of the particle
filter is indicated by the temporary
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed
of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the
warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this
indicates a low additive level.
For more information on checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell,
which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration.
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is does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle
or the environment.
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less otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a P
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
When carrying out any operation on the 12 V
battery, refer to the corresponding section for
details of the precautions to be taken before
starting work. Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle
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city driving), replace them twice as often
if necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours. illumination of this warning lamp accompanied
by a message in the multifunction screen.
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