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1.65
FUEL TANK (1/6)
Petrol and diesel versions
Usable capacity of the fuel tank:
50 litres approximately.
Depending on the vehicle, to open the
fuel filler flap A, place your finger in
opening B and pull.
To close, push the fuel filler flap A by
hand as far as it will go. Depending
on the vehicle, the cap 1 is unlocked
using the ignition key. If not, it will be
connected to the vehicle by a strip of
plastic. For details on filling the fuel
tank, please refer to the information on
“Filling with fuel”.
Fuel filler cap: this is spe-
cific to the vehicle type. If
you have to replace it, make
sure the new cap is of the
same type. Contact an approved
dealer.
Never place the cap near a source
of heat or flame.
Do not wash the filler area with a
high-pressure washer.
A
3
C
B
There is a cap holder 3 on the fuel filler
flap for holding the cap when the tank is
being filled.
Depending on the vehicle, lift lever 2 to
unlock the fuel filler flap A. Open it, then
unscrew fuel filler cap 1.
1
2
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2.2
Petrol version
For the first 600 miles (1,000 km), do
not exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in the
highest gear, or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm.
You may only expect top performance
from your vehicle after approximately
1,800 miles (3,000 km).
Service intervals: refer to the
Maintenance Document for the vehicle.
Diesel version
For the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km),
do not exceed 80 mph (130 km/h) in
the highest gear, or 2,500 rpm. After
completing this mileage you may drive
faster, although you may only expect
top performance after approximately
3,600 miles (6,000 km).
During the running in period, do not ac-
celerate hard while the engine is still
cold and do not let the engine over-rev.
Service intervals: refer to the
Maintenance Document for your vehi-
cle.
RUNNING IN, IGNITION SWITCH
Stop and steering lock
position St
To lock: remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until the steering column
locks.
To unlock: turn the key and the steering
wheel slightly.
Accessories position A
When the ignition is switched off, any
accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to
function.
Ignition on position M
The ignition is switched on:
– petrol version: the engine may be
started.
– diesel version: the engine is pre-
heating.
Start position D
If the engine fails to start at the first at-
tempt, turn the key back before activat-
ing the starter again.
Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Special note on vehicles with
an automatic gearbox
Refer to the information on the
“Automatic gearbox” in Section 2.
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2.3
LPG versions
The engine is always started using
petrol:
– activate the starter without accelerat-ing;
– release the key as soon as the engine starts.
The system will automatically deter-
mine the switchover from petrol to LPG.
When operating on LPG, the fuel gauge
may indicate a drop in the petrol level
and the on-board computer will not op-
erate.
Under certain winter conditions the
system may delay or disable operation
with LPG.
After stopping the engine, if the envi-
ronmental conditions are once again
suitable, the system may once again
permit LPG mode.
Starting the engineIn very cold conditions (temperatures
below –20°C): so that it is easier to
start the engine, switch on the ignition
for several seconds before starting the
engine.
When starting the engine, if the outdoor
temperature is very low (below -10°C):
hold down the clutch pedal until the
engine starts.
Make sure the engine immobiliser is not
activated. Refer to the information on
the “Engine immobiliser” in Section 1.
Petrol injection
– Turn the key to the start position without depressing the accelera-
tor.
– Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
ÉDiesel injection
Turn the ignition key to ignition “On” po-
sition M, and hold this position until the
preheating warning light goes out.
Turn the key to starter position D with-
out depressing the accelerator
pedal.
Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE (1/4)
At temperatures close to 0°C or less, it
is recommended to use ECO mode to
maximise the use of LPG. Please refer
to the information on “Driving advice,
Eco-driving” in Section 2.
To enable the system to operate
smoothly and to prevent any wear to
the vehicle’s electric petrol pump, the
petrol tank should always be around
1/4 full.
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2.4
vehicles with an automatic
gearbox
Before starting, move the lever to posi-
tion P.
Refer to the information on the
“Automatic gearbox” in Section 2.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key
back to “Stop” position St.
Special note
Depending on the vehicle, accessories
(e.g. radio) stop working either when
the engine is switched off or when the
driver’s door is opened or when the
doors are locked.Driver’s responsibility
Never leave an animal,
child or adult who is not
self-sufficient alone on your
vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine,
activating equipment such as the
electric windows or locking the
doors, for example.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather,
please remember that the tempera-
ture inside the passenger compart-
ment increases very quickly.
Never switch off the ignition
before the vehicle has stopped
completely . Switching off the
engine disables the assistance
equipment: brakes, steering, etc.,
and additional seatbelt devices.
The steering is locked when the key
is removed.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY.
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE (2/4)
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
contact with a hot exhaust system.
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2.5
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE (3/4)
Remote engine start-up
Activation
If the vehicle is so equipped, press the
unlocking button 1 briefly, then press
the remote start button 3 twice for about
3 seconds each time.
Operation
This function allows remote starting of
the engine.
To do this, press the locking button 2,
followed by the remote start button 3
for about 3 seconds.
2
3
The remote engine start-up operates if:
– the lever is in neutral for vehicles with a manual or sequential gearbox;
– the lever is in position P for vehicles
with an automatic gearbox;
– the ignition is off and no key is in- serted into the ignition switch;
– the bonnet is closed;
– all of the opening elements (doors and luggage compartment) are
closed and locked when you leave
the vehicle.
This function also lets you programme
the engine to start, in order to heat or
ventilate the passenger compartment
up to 24 hours before using the vehicle.
The configuration and the program-
ming are done using the multimedia
display 4, : refer to the multimedia in-
structions for your vehicle.
1
4
Special note for vehicles fitted
with the “Wake up every 2 hours ”
function.
In the event of use of the function
two days in succession, you must
drive at least 10 minutes between
the two uses. Risk of engine oil
wear.
Please see your vehicle’s multime-
dia instructions.
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3.9
ELECTRIC WINDOWS (2/3)
From the rear seats
Operate switch 7.
7
8
Safety of rear occupants
The driver can prevent operation of the rear electric windows by press-
ing switch 8.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle with the key inside, and with a child, adult wh\
o is not
self-sufficient or a pet, even for a short while. They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine or activating equipment (such as th\
e gear lever
or electric windows). If any part of the body becomes trapped, reverse \
the direc-
tion of the window immediately by pressing the relevant switch.
Risk of serious injury .
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3.23
TAILGATE
Manual control
To open, insert the key in the lock and
turn it (movement A).
Remove the key and press button 1.
Lift the tailgate.
To close, lower the tailgate using inte-
rior handle 2 to help at first.
Once you have lowered the tailgate
to shoulder height, release the interior
handle and finish closing the tailgate by
pressing down on the tailgate from the
outside.
Insert the key in the lock and turn it
(movement B).
Electric central locking
The tailgate is locked and unlocked at
the same time as the doors.
To open , press the button 1 and lift the
tailgate.
To close, lower the tailgate using inte-
rior handle 2 to help at first.
Once you have lowered the tailgate
to shoulder height, release the interior
handle and finish closing the tailgate by
pressing down on the tailgate from the
outside.
1
2A
B
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5.38
Replacing the battery
Open the cover via slot 1, using a flat-
blade screwdriver or similar, and re-
place the battery 2, observing the type
and polarity shown on the back of the
cover.When refitting, ensure that the cover is
correctly clipped into place.
Note:
It is not advisable to touch the
electronic circuit in the key cover when
replacing the battery.
Do not throw away your
used batteries; give them to
an organisation responsible
for collecting and recycling
batteries.
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: batteries
The batteries are available from ap-
proved Dealers, and their service
life approximately two years.
Check that there is no dye on the
battery: risk of an incorrect electri-
cal contact.
1
2