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2.9
Special feature of the automatic 
engine re-start
Under certain conditions, the engine 
can restart on its own in order to guar-
antee your safety and comfort.
This can occur especially when:
–  the outdoor temperature is too low or too high (less than around 0 °C or 
higher than around 30 °C);
–  the “Clear View” function is activated  (please see “Automatic Climate 
Control” in Section 3);
–  the battery is not sufficiently charged;
–  the vehicle speed is above 3 mph  (5 km/h) (downhill slope, etc.);
– repeated pressing on the brake  pedal or braking system require-
ment;
– ...
Deactivating, activating the 
function
Press switch 1  to deactivate the func-
tion. The message “Stop & Start deac-
tivated” will appear on the instrument 
panel and the integrated warning light  2 
on the switch will light up.
Pressing again will reactivate the 
system. The message “Stop & Start ac-
tivated” will appear on the instrument 
panel and the integrated warning light  2 
on switch 1 will go out.
FUNCTION STOP AND START (4/4)
The system reactivates automati-
cally each time the vehicle is started 
using the start button (please refer 
to “Starting, stopping the engine” in 
Section 2).
Operating faults
When the message “Check Stop & 
Start” appears on the instrument panel 
and the integrated warning light  2 lights 
up on the switch  1, the system is deac-
tivated.
Please consult an authorised dealer.
1
2
Before getting out of the 
vehicle, you must switch 
off the ignition by pressing 
the engine stop (please see 
“Starting, stopping the engine”).
In the event of an emer-
gency, the engine can be 
restarted by pressing on the 
clutch pedal if the Stop and 
Start function is activated.
Note: With the engine on standby, 
press switch 1  to automatically re-
start the engine.  
         
        
        
     
        
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2.10
SPECIAL FEATURES OF PETROL VERSIONS
The following operating conditions:
–  driving for long periods when the low fuel level warning light is lit;
–  using leaded petrol;
–  using fuel or lubrication additives  which are not approved.
Or operating faults such as:
–  faulty ignition system, running out of  fuel or disconnected spark plugs re-
sulting in the engine misfiring or cut-
ting out when driving;
–  loss of power,
as they may cause the catalytic con-
verter to overheat and thus reduce its 
efficiency,  or damage it irreparably 
and cause heat damage to the vehi-
cle. If you notice any of the above operating 
faults, have the necessary repairs car-
ried out as soon as possible by an ap-
proved Dealer.
These faults may be avoided by regu-
larly taking your vehicle to an approved 
Dealer at the intervals specified in the 
Maintenance document.
Starting problems
To avoid damaging the catalytic con-
verter, 
do not keep  trying to start the 
engine (using the start button, or by 
pushing or towing the vehicle)  without 
having identified and corrected the 
starting fault.
If the fault cannot be identified, do not 
keep trying to start the engine, but con-
tact an approved Dealer.
Do not park the vehicle or 
run the engine in locations 
where combustible sub-
stances or materials such as 
grass or leaves can come into con-
tact with the hot exhaust system. 
         
        
        
     
        
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2.12
Gear lever
Selecting reverse gear
Vehicles with manual gearbox: refer 
to the grid on the gear lever knob 1.
Vehicles with automatic gear-
box:  refer to the information on the 
“Automatic gearbox” in Section 2.
The reversing lights will come on as 
soon as reverse gear is selected with 
the ignition on.
1
GEAR LEVER/HANDBRAKE
Handbrake
To release:
Pull the lever 3  up slightly, press 
button  2 and then lower the lever to the 
floor.
The red warning light on the instrument 
panel will come on if you are driving 
with an incorrectly released handbrake.
To apply:
Pull lever  3 upwards. Check that the 
vehicle is immobilised. The warning 
light 
D on the instrument panel will 
come on.
3
2
When stationary, and de-
pending on the slope and/or 
vehicle load, it may be nec-
essary to pull up the hand-
brake at least two extra notches and 
engage a gear (1
st or reverse gear) 
for vehicles with a manual gearbox 
or position  P for vehicles with an au-
tomatic gearbox.
An impact to the under-
side of the vehicle while 
manoeuvring (e.g.: strik-
ing a post, raised kerb or 
other street furniture) may result in 
damage to the vehicle (e.g.: defor-
mation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have 
your vehicle checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.
Make sure that the hand-
brake is properly released 
when driving (red indicator 
light off), otherwise over-
heating, or even damage, may 
occur.  
         
        
        
     
        
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2.13
DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (1/5)
Driving style indicator 2
Informs you about the driving style 
adopted in real time. You will be notified 
by the colour of warning light  2.
–  Green: measured, economical driv- ing;
–  Yellow: opt for a calmer driving style;
–  Orange: driving too fast.
The driving style indicator is activated 
by default. If you wish to deactivate it, 
please see the multimedia system in-
structions.
1
2
Gear change indicator  1
Depending on the vehicle, to obtain op-
timum consumption levels, a warning 
light on the instrument panel lets you 
know the best time to move up or down 
a gear:
Š move up a gear;
‰ move down a gear.
Fuel consumption is accredited in ac-
cordance with a standard regulatory 
method. Identical for all manufactu-
rers, this enables vehicles to be com-
pared with one another. Consumption 
in real time depends on vehicle usage 
conditions, the equipment fitted and the 
user’s driving style. To optimise fuel 
consumption, please refer to the fol-
lowing advice.
Depending on the vehicle, you will have 
various functions which enable you to 
lower your fuel consumption:
–  the rev counter;
–  gear change indicator;
–  the driving style indicator;
–  the journey record and eco-driving 
advice via the multimedia display;
–  ECO mode – activated by the ECO  button.
If fitted on the vehicle, the navigation 
system provides additional information.  
         
        
        
     
        
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2.15
DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (3/5)
ECO mode
ECO mode is a function which opti-
mises fuel consumption. It acts on all 
elements which consume fuel (engine 
power, heating and/or air conditioning, 
etc).
5
Disabling the  function
Press switch 4.
The 5 
 light goes out on the ins-
trument panel to confirm deactivation.
4
Activating the function
Press switch 4.
The  5 
 warning light comes on on 
the instrument panel to confirm activa-
tion.
While driving, it is possible to leave the 
ECO mode temporarily in order to im-
prove engine performance.
Do this by pressing the accelerator 
pedal down firmly and fully.
ECO mode is reactivated when you 
take pressure off the accelerator pedal.   
         
        
        
     
        
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2.18
MAINTENANCE AND ANTIPOLLUTION ADVICE 
Your vehicle complies with criteria for 
recycling and recovering vehicles at the 
end of their service life which will come 
into force in 2015.
Some parts of your vehicle have there-
fore been designed to facilitate future 
recycling.
These parts are easy to remove so 
that they can be recovered and reproc-
essed by recycling companies.
By virtue of its design, moderate fuel 
consumption and initial settings, your 
vehicle also conforms to current anti-
pollution regulations. The manufac-
turer is actively striving to reduce pol-
lutant exhaust gas emissions and to 
save energy. But the fuel consumption 
of your vehicle and the level of pollutant 
exhaust gas emissions are also your 
responsibility. Ensure that it is main-
tained and used correctly.
Maintenance
It is important to remember that fail-
ure to respect antipollution regulations 
could lead to legal action being taken 
against the vehicle owner.In addition, replacing engine, fuel 
supply system and exhaust compo-
nents with parts other than those origi-
nally recommended by the manufac-
turer may alter your vehicle so that it 
no longer complies with anti-pollution 
regulations.
Have your vehicle adjusted and 
checked by an authorised dealer, in ac-
cordance with the instructions given in 
your maintenance schedule: they will 
have all the equipment necessary for 
ensuring that your vehicle is maintained 
to its original standard.
Engine adjustments
– Spark plugs:
 for optimum condi-
tions of use, output and performance 
the specifications laid down by our 
Design Department must be strictly 
applied.
  If the spark plugs have to be changed,  use the make, type and gap specified 
for your vehicle’s engine. Contact an 
authorised dealer for this.
–  Air filter, fuel filter:  a choked ele-
ment will reduce efficiency. It must 
be replaced.
–  Ignition and idle speed:  no adjust-
ment is needed.
Exhaust gas monitoring 
system
The exhaust gas monitoring system will 
detect any operating faults in the vehi-
cle’s antipollution system.
If this system malfunctions, toxic sub-
stances may be released into the at-
mosphere or damage may occur.
ÄThis warning light on the in-
strument panel will indicate if 
there are any faults in the system:
This lights up when the ignition is 
switched on and goes out when the 
engine is started.
–  If it lights up continuously, consult an  approved Dealer as soon as possi-
ble;
–  if it flashes, reduce the engine speed  until the light stops flashing. Contact 
an authorised dealer as soon as pos-
sible. 
         
        
        
     
        
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2.20
TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING (1/7)
If fitted on the vehicle, this system 
warns the driver of pressure loss in one 
or several tyres.
A
A
System identification
There are two tyre pressure loss warn-
ing systems:
– System A : can be seen on the 
label  A in the vehicle. To verify its 
presence, open the driver’s door.
–  System B : can be seen on the 
label  A in the vehicle.   
         
        
        
     
        
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2.21
TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING (2/7)
Operating conditions
The system should be reset with an 
inflation pressure equal to that given 
on the tyre inflation pressure label. 
Otherwise it risks not giving a reliable 
warning in the event of a significant loss 
of pressure. Please refer to the informa-
tion on “Tyre pressures” in Section 4.
In the following situations, the system 
risk coming into action late or not func-
tioning correctly:
–  system not reset after reinflation or any operation on the wheels;
–  system badly reset: different inflation  pressures from the recommended 
pressures;
–  significant change in load or distribu- tion of load on one side of the vehi-
cle;
–  sporty driving with strong accelera- tion;
–  driving on snowy or slippery surface;
This function is an addi-
tional driving aid.
However, the function does 
not take the place of the 
driver. It cannot, therefore, under 
any circumstances replace the vig-
ilance or the responsibility of the 
driver.
Check the tyre pressures, including 
the emergency spare wheel, once a 
month.
1
–  driving with snow chains;
–  fitting a single new tyre;
–  use of tyres not approved by the net- work.
– ...
SYSTEM A
Operating principle
This system detects a loss of pressure 
in one of the tyres by measuring the 
wheel speed while driving.
Warning light 
  1  comes on to 
alert the driver in the event of insuffi-
cient pressure (deflated wheel, punc-
tured tyre, etc.).