
2.27
DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (4/6)
ECO mode
ECO mode is a function which opti-
mises fuel consumption. It acts upon 
certain power consuming systems in 
the vehicle (heating, air conditioning, 
power-assisted steering etc.) and on 
certain driving actions (acceleration, 
gear changing, cruise control, deceler-
ation etc.).
Limiting acceleration enables low fuel 
consumption in urban and surrounding 
areas. Reduced usage of the air condi-
tioning reduces fuel consumption with-
out affecting heating comfort.
Activating the function
The function can be activated:
–  by pressing switch 5.
–  by pressing the switch  6 (please refer 
to the information on “Multi-Sense” in 
Section 3);
– from the navigation menu on the  multimedia screen (please refer to 
the multimedia instructions).
The warning light 
 comes on on 
the instrument panel to confirm activa-
tion. Disabling the  function
Press switch 5.
The warning light 
 goes out on 
the instrument panel to confirm deac-
tivation.
While driving, it is possible to leave the 
ECO mode temporarily in order to im-
prove engine performance.
For this, depress the accelerator pedal 
firmly and fully.
ECO mode is reactivated when you 
take pressure off the accelerator pedal.
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2.29
DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (6/6)
Advice on use
–  Favour the ECO mode.
–  Electricity is fuel; switch off all the electrical components which are 
not really needed.  However (safety 
first), keep your lights on when the 
visibility is bad (“see and be seen”).
–  Use the air vents. Driving with the  windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h) 
will increase fuel consumption by 
4%.
–  Never fill the fuel tank right to the  brim to avoid overflow.
– In vehicles fitted with air condi-
tioning,  it is normal to observe an 
increase in fuel consumption (espe-
cially in urban conditions) when it is 
used. For vehicles fitted with manual 
air conditioning, switch off the system 
when it is not required.
Recommendations for reducing 
consumption and therefore help-
ing to preserve the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the 
sun, open the doors for a few mo-
ments to let the hot air escape before 
starting the engine.
– Do not leave an empty roof rack  fitted to the vehicle.
–  It is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob- jects.
–  When towing a caravan, fit a wind  deflector and adjust it carefully.
–  Avoid using the car for door-to-door  calls (short journeys with long waits 
in between) because the engine 
never reaches its normal operating 
temperature.
Tyres
–  An underinflated tyre increases fuel consumption.
–  Opt for the highest speed pressure  or the pressure recommended to op-
timise fuel consumption indicated 
on edge of the driver’s door (please 
refer to the information on “Tyre infla-
tion pressure” in Section 4).
–  The use of non-recommended tyres  can increase fuel consumption.   

2.30
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 anti-pollution 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. 

2.33
TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (2/3)
DisplayThe display 1 and the warning light 4 
 on the instrument panel warn 
you of any tyre pressure faults (flat tyre, 
punctured tyre, system fault, etc.).
“Puncture”
A wheel B is shown, depending on the 
vehicle, in red or white accompanied 
by the warning light  4 
 fixed, the 
message “Puncture” and a beep.
This message appears along with  the 
® warning light. They indicate that 
the affected wheel is punctured or se-
verely underinflated. Replace it or con-
tact an approved dealer if it is punc-
tured. Top up the tyre pressure if the 
wheel is deflated.
“Check tyre pressure sensors”
A wheel  A disappears, the warning 
light  4 
 flashes for several sec-
onds then comes on continuously and 
the message “Check tyre pressure sen-
sors” appears. 
This message appears along with  the 
© warning light. They indicate that 
at least one wheel is not fitted with sen-
sors (e.g. emergency spare wheel). 
Otherwise, consult an authorised 
dealer.
“Adjust tyre pressure”
A wheel B is shown, depending on the 
vehicle, in orange or white accompa-
nied by the warning light 
4 
 fixed 
and the message “Adjust tyre pres-
sure”. They indicate that a wheel is de-
flated.
Check and, if necessary, readjust the 
pressures of the four wheels when cold.
The warning light  4 
 goes off after 
a few minutes’ driving.
A
B
1
For your safety, the warning 
light 
®  requires you 
to stop immediately as soon 
as traffic conditions allow.
The sudden loss of pressure in a tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be det\
ected by the 
system.
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2.36
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (2/5)
Operating faults:
– 
© and x lit up on the in-
strument panel accompanied by the 
messages “Check ABS”, “Check 
braking system” and “Check ESC”: 
this indicates that the ABS, the ESC 
and the emergency brake assist are 
disabled.  Braking is always ena-
bled;
–  
x, D, © and ® lit 
up on the instrument panel alongside 
the message “Braking system fault”: 
this indicates a fault in the braking 
system.
In both cases, consult an approved 
dealer.
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.Warning light ® re-
quires you to stop immedi-
ately, for your own safety, 
as soon as traffic conditions 
allow. Switch off the engine and do 
not restart it. Contact an approved 
Dealer. 

2.37
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (3/5)
Electronic stability control 
ESC with understeer control 
and traction control
Electronic stability control ESC
This system helps you to keep control 
of the vehicle in critical driving condi-
tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip 
on a bend, etc.).
Operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel detects 
the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle 
measure the actual direction.
The system compares the direction se-
lected by the driver and the actual di-
rection of the vehicle and corrects this 
as necessary by applying the brakes 
selectively and/or acting on the engine 
power. If the system is triggered, the 
 indicator light flashes on the in-
strument panel. Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the 
ESC in the case of pronounced under-
steer (loss of front axle road holding).
Traction control
This system helps to limit wheelspin of 
the drive wheels and to control the ve-
hicle when pulling away accelerating or 
decelerating.
Operating principle
Using the wheel sensors, the system 
measures and compares the speed of 
the drive wheels at all times and slows 
down their over-rotation. If a wheel is 
starting to slip, the system brakes au-
tomatically until the drive supplied be-
comes compatible with the level of grip 
under the wheel again.
The system also adjusts the engine 
speed to the grip available under the 
wheels, independently of the pressure 
exerted on the accelerator pedal.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message “Check ESC” and 
warning light 
© and  appear 
on the instrument panel.
In this case, the ESC and traction con-
trol system are deactivated. Consult an 
authorised dealer. 

2.38
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (4/5)
Emergency brake assist
This system supplements the ABS 
and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-
tances.
Operating principle
The system is for detecting an emer-
gency braking situation. In this case, 
the braking assistance immediately de-
velops maximum power and may trig-
ger ABS  regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as 
the brake pedal is applied.
Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending on the vehicle, these may 
light up in the event of sudden decel-
eration. 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.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message “Check brak-
ing system” appears on the instrument 
panel along with the 
© warning 
light.
Consult an approved dealer. 

2.41
Special features
When the vehicle speed:
– is less than 27.9 mph (45 km/h) ap-
proximately, the warning and brak-
ing are activated at the same time;
–  is between about 27.9 mph 
(45 km/h) and 48 mph (80 km/h) 
approximately, the warning is acti-
vated. Braking will only be triggered if 
the vehicle preceding you is moving. 
Braking is not activated for stationary 
vehicles;
–  is between about 48 mph (80 km/h) 
and 99.2 mph (160 km/h) , the warn-
ing and braking are only triggered if 
the vehicle preceding you is moving. 
The warning and braking are not ac-
tivated for stationary vehicles;
–  is above 99.2 mph (160 km/h), the 
system is not active.
ACTIVE EMERGENCY BRAKING (2/7)
Detection of vehicles
Operation
When driving (speed between about 
4.34 and 99.2 mph (7 and 160 km/h)), if 
there is a risk of collision with the vehi-
cle in front, the system:
–  warns you of a collision risk:  
  –  the warning light 
\b is dis-
played in red on the instrument 
panel, accompanied by a beep;
 or
 – the indicator  2 is displayed in red 
on the instrument panel and, de-
pending on the vehicle, on the head 
up display, accompanied by a beep.
If the driver depresses the brake 
pedal and the system still detects a 
risk of collision, the brake force is in-
creased.
– triggers braking: 
  if the driver fails to react following  the alert and collision becomes im-
minent.
2
You can interrupt braking at any 
point by:
–  tapping the accelerator pedal;
or
–  turning the steering wheel in an avoidance manoeuvre.