
2.26
Depending on the vehicle, this is com-
posed of:
– the  ABS (anti-lock braking 
system);
–  electronic stability program (ESC)  with understeer control and trac-
tion control;
–  emergency brake assist;
– grip control;
–  hill start assistance.ABS (anti-lock braking 
system)
Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents 
the wheels from locking, allowing the 
stopping distance to be managed and 
keeping control of the vehicle.
Under these circumstances, the vehi-
cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle 
whilst braking. In addition, this system 
can increase stopping distances, par-
ticularly on roads with low surface grip 
(wet ground etc.).
You will feel a pulsation through the 
brake pedal each time the system is 
activated. The ABS does not in any way 
improve the vehicle’s physical perform-
ance relating to the road surface and 
roadholding. It is still  essential to follow 
the rules of good driving practice (such 
as driving at a safe distance from the 
vehicle in front, etc.). Operating faults:
– If the x warning light on the in-
strument panel comes on while driv-
ing, braking is still operational ;
– If the 
x and D warning 
lights on the instrument panel come 
on when driving,  this indicates a 
fault with the braking system.
In such cases, ABS, ESC and emer-
gency brake assist are also deactivated 
and, depending on the vehicle, the 
messages “CHECK ABS”, “BRAKES 
TO BE CHECKED” and “CHECK ESC” 
appear on the instrument panel.
Consult an approved dealer.
DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (1/5)
In an emergency, apply firm and 
continuous pressure  to the brake 
pedal. There is no need to pump 
it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-
late the force applied in the braking 
system.
These functions are an ad-
ditional aid in the event of 
critical driving conditions, 
enabling the vehicle behav-
iour to be adapted to suit the driving 
conditions.
The functions do not take the place 
of the driver. They do not increase 
the vehicle’s limits and should 
not encourage you to drive more 
quickly.  Therefore, they can under 
no circumstances replace the vigi-
lance or responsibility of the driver 
when manoeuvring the vehicle (the 
driver must always be ready for 
sudden incidents which may occur 
when driving).
Your braking systems 
are partially operational. 
However, it is dangerous 
to brake suddenly  and 
it is essential to stop immediately, 
as soon as traffic conditions allow. 
Contact an approved dealer. 

2.28
Disabling the traction control 
system
(depending on vehicle)
In some situations (driving on very wet 
ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with 
snow chains fitted), the system may 
reduce the engine output to limit wheel-
spin. If this is not required, it is possible 
to deactivate the function by pressing 
switch 1.
The message “TRACTION CONTROL 
OFF” is displayed on the instrument 
panel to inform you.The traction control system offers ad-
ditional safety. It is recommended that 
you do not drive with the function di-
sabled. Correct this as soon as pos-
sible by pressing the switch 
1 again.
Note: The function is reactivated auto-
matically when the ignition is switched 
on or when a speed of approximately 
24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.
Emergency brake assist
This is an additional system to ABS 
which helps reduce vehicle stopping 
distances.
Operating principle
The system detects an emergency 
braking situation. In this case, the brak-
ing assistance immediately develops 
maximum power and may trigger ABS 
regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as 
the brake pedal is not released.
DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (3/5)
Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending on the vehicle, these may 
light up in the event of sudden decel-
eration.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating 
fault the message “BRAKING FAULT” 
appears on the instrument panel along 
with the 
© warning light.
Consult an approved dealer.
Braking anticipation
Depending on the vehicle, when you 
rapidly release the accelerator, the 
system anticipates the braking ma-
noeuvre in order to reduce stopping 
distances.
Special cases
When using the cruise control:
–  if you use the accelerator, when you  release it, the system may be trig-
gered;
–  if you do not use the accelerator, the  system will not be triggered.1  

2.37
Switching off the function
The cruise control function is deacti-
vated if you press switch 1: in this case 
a speed is no longer stored.
The green 
 and  indicator lights 
on the instrument panel go out, con-
firming that the function is deactivated.
Recalling the cruising speed
If a speed has been stored, it is possi-
ble to recall it by pressing button  5 (R), 
on condition that you are driving faster 
than 20 mph (30 km/h) and that you are 
sure that the road conditions are suit-
able (traffic, road surface condition, 
weather conditions, etc.).
Note: if the speed previously stored is 
much higher than the current speed, 
the vehicle will accelerate more rapidly 
to reach this threshold.
When the cruise control is on 
standby, pressing the (+) buttons  2 
reactivates the cruise control func-
tion without taking into account the 
stored speed: it is the speed at 
which the vehicle is moving that is 
taken into account.
Putting the function on 
standby
The function is set to standby if you:
–  the brake pedal;
–  depress the clutch pedal or shift into  neutral if the vehicle has an auto-
matic gearbox;
– press switch  4 (O).
In all three cases, the cruising speed is 
stored.
Standby is confirmed when the green 
 warning light goes out and the 
“SPEED MEMORY” message appears 
on the instrument panel.
CRUISE CONTROL (4/4)
Putting the cruise control 
on standby or switching it 
off does not cause a rapid 
reduction in speed: you 
must brake by depressing the brake 
pedal.
1
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2.39
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, a beep sounds for about 3 sec-
onds as a warning. Consult an ap-
proved dealer
In the event of 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.  

4.13
TYRE PRESSURE WHEN cold  (1/2) 
B: front tyre pressure when driving 
(non-motorway), or if less than 4 people 
occupy the vehicle.
C : rear tyre pressure when driving 
(non-motorway), or if less than 4 people 
occupy the vehicle.
D : tyre pressures for the front wheels 
(motorway) or when driving with a sig-
nificant load.
E : tyre pressures for the rear wheels 
(motorway) or when driving with a sig-
nificant load.
C
DE
BA
A
Label A
Open the driver’s door to read it.
Tyre pressures should be checked 
when the tyres are cold.
If the tyre pressures cannot be checked 
when the tyres are  cold, increase the 
pressures from 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI). 
Never deflate a hot tyre. Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure 
loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-
sure, etc.), the warning light 
 
lights up on the instrument panel. See 
“Tyre pressure loss warning” in 
Section 2.
Vehicles used fully laden  (Maximum 
Permissible All-up  Weight)  and towing 
a trailer
The maximum speed must be limited to 
60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pres-
sure increased by  0.2 bar.
Please refer to the information on 
“Weights” in Section 6.   

5.2
PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (1/2)
To store the wheel in the cage
–  Make sure the wheel is correctly po-sitioned in the cage, valve facing 
down.
–  Reposition the cage using handle  3 
and retighten the nut using span-
ner 1 to refit the assembly.
–  Make sure it is correctly locked.
2
3
1
4
In the event of a puncture, there is 
either an emergency spare wheel or 
tyre inflation kit available, depending on 
the vehicle (refer to the information in 
the following pages).
Emergency spare wheel 2
This is stored in cage  4 under the floor 
at the rear of the vehicle.
To access the emergency spare 
wheel
–  Open the tailgate.
–  Undo the nut with the wheelbrace  1.
–  Detach the cage using handle  3.
– Release the emergency spare  wheel.
Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure 
loss warning system 
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-
sure, etc.), the warning light 
 
lights up on the instrument panel. See 
“Tyre pressure loss warning” in 
Section 2.
If the vehicle is parked on 
the hard shoulder, you must 
warn other road users of 
your vehicle’s presence 
with a warning triangle or with other 
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.  

5.5
TYRE INFLATION KIT (2/4)
Depending on the vehicle, in the event 
of a puncture, use the kit located in the 
glove box or in the luggage compart-
ment, in rear wheel arch C or D.
Before using this kit, park 
the vehicle at a sufficient 
distance from traffic, switch 
on the hazard warning 
lights, apply the handbrake, ask all 
passengers to leave the vehicle and 
keep them away from traffic.
If the vehicle is parked on the hard 
shoulder, you must warn other road 
users of your vehicle’s presence 
with a warning triangle or with other 
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.
C
Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure 
loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-
sure, etc.), the warning light 
 
lights up on the instrument panel. 
See “Tyre pressure loss warning” in 
Section 2.
D  

5.11
2
3
1
Vehicles equipped with a jack 
and wheelbrace 
If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
Use the wheelbrace to slacken off the 
wheel bolts 2. Position it so as to be 
able to push from above.
Switch on the hazard warn-
ing lights.
Keep the vehicle away from 
traffic and on a level surface 
where it will not slip.
Apply the parking brake and engage 
a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-
matic transmissions).
Ask all the passengers to leave the 
vehicle and keep them away from 
traffic.
CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)
Crank up jack  3 by hand to posi-
tion the jack head against the jacking 
point closest to the relevant wheel and 
marked by an arrow  1.
Continue to crank the jack so that the 
baseplate is correctly positioned (it 
should be underneath the vehicle and 
aligned with the jack head).
Turn it a few times to lift the wheel off 
the ground.
To prevent any risk of injury 
or damage to the vehi-
cle, raise the jack until the 
wheel you are replacing is 
a maximum of 3 centimetres off the 
ground.
If the vehicle is parked on 
the hard shoulder, you must 
warn other road users of 
your vehicle’s presence 
with a warning triangle or with other 
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a 
jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain 
these from your approved dealer.