
1.83
Fuel gradeUse a high-grade fuel that complies 
with the legislation in force in each 
country. It  must conform to the specifi-
cations given on label  A inside the fuel 
filler flap. Please refer to the information 
on “Engine specifications” in Section 6.
Diesel versions
It is  essential to use diesel fuel that 
conforms to the specifications given on 
the label inside fuel filler flap  A.
Make sure that no water accidentally 
enters the fuel tank during filling. The 
shut-off system and its surrounding 
area must be dust-free.
FUEL TANK (1/3)
A
Fuel filler cap: this is of a 
special type.
If you have to replace it, 
make sure it is identical 
to the original cap. Contact an ap-
proved Dealer.
Never place the cap near a source 
of heat or flame.
Do not wash the filler area with a 
high-pressure washer.
Filling the tank 
With the vehicle unlocked, to open the 
fuel filler flap, place your finger in open-
ing 1 and pull the flap.
Use the ignition key to open the cap  2.
Use cap holder  3 on the fuel filler flap  B 
during filling to hold the cap  2 in place.
Useful capacity of fuel tank: about 
60 litres for diesel versions and 
about 56 litres for petrol versions.
1
2
3
B
Do not mix even small 
amounts of petrol (un-
leaded or E85) with diesel. 
Do not use ethanol-based 
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible 
with this fuel.
Do not add additive to the fuel –
otherwise you risk damaging the 
engine.  

1.84
No modifications what-
soever are permitted on 
any part of the fuel supply 
system (electronic unit, 
wiring, fuel circuit, injector, protec-
tive covers, etc.) as this may be 
dangerous (unless undertaken by 
qualified Network personnel).
Filling with fuel
With the ignition off, insert the nozzle 
so that the valve opens and then  fully 
insert it before beginning to fill the tank 
(risk of splashback).
Keep the nozzle in this position through-
out the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically 
at the end of the filling procedure, a 
maximum of two further filling attempts 
may be made so as to leave sufficient 
room for expansion.
Petrol versions
Using leaded petrol will damage the 
antipollution system and may lead to a 
loss of warranty.
To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled 
with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler 
neck consists of a restrictor fitted with 
a foolproof system which only allows 
a nozzle for unleaded petrol to be 
used (at the pump).
FUEL TANK (2/3)
Persistent smell of 
fuel
If you notice a persistent 
smell of fuel you should:
–  stop the vehicle when traffic con-
ditions allow it and switch off the 
ignition;
–  switch on the hazard warning  lights and ask your passengers 
to leave the vehicle and to keep 
away from the traffic;
–  contact an approved Dealer.
Petrol versions
It is essential  to use unleaded petrol. 
The octane rating (RON) should match 
the information given on the label  A lo-
cated inside the fuel filler flap. Please 
refer to the information on “Engine 
specifications” in Section 6.
Vehicles running on ethanol-based 
fuel
It is  essential to use unleaded petrol or 
fuel containing a maximum of 85% eth-
anol (E85).
In very cold conditions, it may be very 
difficult or even impossible to start the 
engine. To avoid this problem, use un-
leaded petrol or, on equipped vehicles, 
use the heater integrated in the engine: 
connect the correct end of the exten-
sion piece supplied into the socket in-
tegrated into the radiator grille and the 
other end into a 220 V socket for at  least 6 hours before starting. 
NB: you may notice an increase in fuel 
consumption with this type of fuel. 

1.85
Repriming the fuel circuit
After a breakdown caused by com-
pletely running out of fuel, the system 
must be reprimed before the engine is 
restarted:
The engine may be hot 
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In 
addition, the engine cooling 
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
The peripheral components (alter-
nator, starter, engine mountings, 
etc.) should be protected against 
splashes of fuel.
Vehicles with a manual priming bulb
–  If fitted to the vehicle, turn the bleed  screw located on the diesel filter;
–  activate the priming bulb 1  until it 
hardens and fuel runs in the pipes.
1
FUEL TANK (3/3)
Vehicles without a manual priming 
bulb
–  Put the ignition key in “On” posi- tion  M (please see the information 
on the “Ignition switch” in Section 
2) and wait for a few minutes before 
starting, to enable the fuel circuit to 
be primed;
–  turn the key to position D . If the 
engine does not start, repeat the pro-
cedure.  

2.1
Section 2: Driving
(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.2
Ignition switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.2
Starting, stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.3
Stop and Start function  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.4
Gear lever  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.7
Handbrake/Power-assisted steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.8
Special features of petrol versions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.9
Special features of diesel versions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.10
Driving advice, Eco-driving  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.11
Maintenance and antipollution advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . .   2.15
Environment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.16
Tyre pressure loss warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.17
Tyre pressure loss warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.22
Driver correction devices/aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.26
Speed limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.31
Cruise control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.34
Parking distance control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.38
Reversing camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.40
Automatic gearbox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2.42 

2.2
Ignition on position M
The ignition is switched on:
– petrol version: you can start the ve-
hicle;
–  diesel version: the engine is pre-
heating.
Start position D
If the engine fails to start at the first 
attempt, the key must be turned back 
before the starter can be activated 
again. Release the key as soon as the 
engine starts.
Note:  on diesel versions, several sec-
onds may pass between turning the 
key and the engine starting to allow for 
engine preheating.
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.
Running in
Petrol version
For the first  600 miles (1,000 km) do 
not exceed 54 mph (90 km/h) in the 
highest gear.
After 600 miles (1,000 km) , you can 
use your vehicle normally. However, 
it is only after running 1,800 miles 
(3,000 km) that you can expect full per-
formance.
Service intervals: refer to the 
Maintenance Document for the vehicle.
Diesel version
For the first 900 miles  (1,500 km), do 
not exceed 54 mph (90 km/h). After 
completing this mileage you may 
drive faster, however, it is only after 
3600 miles (6,000 km) have been cov- 
ered  that you may reasonably expect 
full  performance.
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 the vehicle.
RUNNING IN/IGNITION SWITCH
In the “Accessories” or “On” posi-
tion, a system may automatically 
switch off your vehicle’s accessories 
depending on the battery charge, to 
prevent it from discharging com-
pletely.  

2.3
ÉDiesel versions     
–   Turn the ignition key to the 
“Ignition on” position  M, and hold 
this position until the engine pre-
heating light goes off;
–   turn the key to starter position  D 
without depressing the accel-
erator pedal;
–   release the key as soon as the 
engine starts.
Special note:  if starting the engine 
when the outdoor temperature is very 
low (below - 10 ° C): hold down the 
clutch pedal until the engine starts.
Starting the engine
Petrol versions
–   Activate the starter without ac-
celerating;
–   release the key as soon as the 
engine starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key to 
the “Stop” position  St.
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
Never switch off the igni-
tion before the vehicle has 
stopped completely. Once 
the engine has stopped, the 
brake servo, power-assisted steer-
ing, etc., and the passive safety de-
vices such as the airbags and pre-
tensioners will no longer operate.
Driver’s responsibility 
when parking or stopping 
the vehicle
Never leave an animal, 
child or adult who is not self-suffi-
cient alone in 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.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS 
INJURY.  

2.4
STOP AND START  function (1/3)
Warning light  is displayed on the 
instrument panel. This notifies you that 
the engine is on standby.
The vehicle equipment remain opera-
tional while the engine is stopped.
The engine will restart as soon as you 
press the clutch pedal and move into 
gear.
This system enables a reduced fuel 
consumption and lower greenhouse 
gas emissions.
The system is activated automatically 
when the vehicle is started.
While driving, the system stops the 
engine (standby) when the vehicle is 
at a standstill (traffic jam, traffic lights, 
etc).
System operating conditionsEngine standby is activated if:
–  the vehicle has been driven since its  last stop;
–  the gearbox is in neutral;
–  the clutch pedal is released;
and
–  the vehicle is travelling at less than  3 km/h. 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 acti- vated if fitted on the vehicle (please 
see “Automatic Climate Control” in 
Section 3);
–  the battery is not sufficiently charged;
–  the vehicle speed is above 7 km/h  (downhill slope, etc.);
– repeated pressing on the brake  pedal or braking system require-
ment;
– ...
Engine on standby - braking 
assistance is no longer op-
erational.
Do not drive off when the 
engine is on standby (warn-
ing light 
 is displayed 
on the instrument panel).
Before getting out of the 
vehicle, you must switch 
off the ignition (please see 
section on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine”).
If you get out of the vehicle, a beep 
notifies you that the engine is on 
standby and has not been switched 
off. 

2.5
STOP AND START  function (2/3)
Special cases
In the event of the engine stalling, if the 
system is operational, press down the 
clutch pedal as far as it will go to restart.
Deactivate the Stop and 
Start function for any opera-
tion performed in the engine 
compartment.
Conditions preventing the 
standby of the engine
Certain conditions prevent the system 
from using the engine standby function, 
including when:
–  after having come out of reverse gear;
–  the bonnet is not locked;
–  the outdoor temperature is too low or  too high (less than around 0 °C or 
higher than around 30 °C);
–  the battery is not sufficiently charged;
–  the difference between the vehicle  interior temperature and the auto-
matic climate control instruction is 
too high;
–  the “Clear View” function is acti- vated if fitted on the vehicle (please 
see “Automatic Climate Control” in 
Section 3); –  the engine coolant temperature is 
too low;
–  automatic particle filter cleaning is  underway;
or
– ...
The warning light 
 on the instru-
ment panel indicates that the engine is 
on standby.
With the vehicle stopped, gear lever en-
gaged and clutch pedal depressed, the 
warning light 
 flashes to tell you 
the engine can be put on standby.
To fill up with fuel, the engine must 
be stopped (and not on standby): 
always stop the engine (please see 
“Starting, stopping the engine”).