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F To deactivate the system, press this button again; the warning lamp goes off.
The status of the system remains in memory
when the ignition is switched off.
The system is automatically deactivated
when towing with a towbar approved by
DS AUTOMOBILES.
Malfunction
In the event of a fault, the warning lamp in the
button flashes then goes off.
Contact the dealer network or a qualified
workshop. The system may suffer temporary
interference in certain weather conditions
(rain, hail, etc.).
In particular, driving on a wet sur face
or moving from a dry area to a wet area
can cause false alerts (for example, the
presence of a fog of water droplets in
the blind spot angle is interpreted as a
vehicle).
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered with mud, ice or
snow.
Take care not to cover the warning zone in
the door mirrors or the detection zones on
the front and rear bumpers with adhesive
labels or other objects; they may hamper
the correct operation of the system.
Parking sensors
This system cannot in any circumstances
replace the need for vigilance on the part
of the driver.
This system indicates the proximity of an
obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.)
entering the detection range of the sensors
located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (post, roadworks
cone, etc.) detected initially will no longer
be detected at the end of the manoeuvre, if
they are located in blind spots in the sensors'
detection range.
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Rear parking sensors
The system is switched on by engaging reverse
g e a r.
This is confirmed by an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you come out
of reverse gear.
Audible assistanceVisual assistanceThis supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the screen which move
progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.
Front parking sensors
In addition to the rear parking sensors, the
front parking sensors are triggered when an
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of
the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds
in for ward gear, if no further obstacles are
detected or when the speed of the vehicle
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
The sound emitted by the speaker (front or
rear) indicates whether the obstacle is in
front or behind.
Deactivation/activation of the
front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing this
button. The button indicator lamp comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the
function. The button indicator lamp goes off.
The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed or a
bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with a
towbar or an approved bicycle carrier).
The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of
which increases as the vehicle approaches the
obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right or
left) indicates the side on which the obstacle is
located.
When the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle becomes less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes
continuous.
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Fuel
Tank capacity: approximately 60 litres.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level is reached
in the tank, this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible warning
and the display of an alert message.
When it first comes on, about
6 litres of fuel is left in the tank.
Until sufficient fuel has been added, every time
the ignition is switched on, this warning lamp
appears, accompanied by an audible signal
and an alert message. When driving, this
audible signal and alert message are repeated
with increasing frequency, as the level drops
towards 0 .
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer to the
corresponding section.
Refuelling
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres, in
order to be registered by the fuel gauge. With Stop & Start, never refuel with the
system in STOP mode; you must switch
off the ignition with the key, or the START/
STOP button if your vehicle has Keyless
Entry and Starting.
Opening the filler cap may create a noise
caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is
entirely normal, resulting from the sealing of the
fuel system.
F
P
ress this button until the automatic
opening of the fuel flap is heard.
This control remains active for a few minutes after switching off the ignition. If necessary,
switch the ignition on again to reactivate it.
F
T
ake care to select the pump that delivers
the correct type of fuel for your vehicle. F
I
ntroduce the nozzle so as to push in the
metal non-return flap.
F
M
ake sure that the nozzle is pushed in as
far as possible before starting to refuel (risk
of blowback).
F
H
old it in this position throughout the filling
operation.
F
P
ush the fuel flap to close it.
If you are filling your tank to the top, do not
persist after the third cut- off; this could
cause your vehicle to malfunction.
Your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter,
which helps to reduce the level of harmful
emissions in the exhaust gases.
For petrol engines, you must use unleaded
fuel.
The filler neck is narrower, allowing only
unleaded petrol nozzles to be introduced.
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Very cold climate screen
(Depending on the country of sale.)
Removable protective screen which prevents
the accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.
Fitting
F Position the very cold climate screen to the front of the lower section of the front
b u m p e r.
F

P
ress around its edge to engage its fixing
clips one by one.
Removing
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to release each fixing clip.
The very cold climate screen must be
removed when:
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t
he exterior temperature exceeds
10°C,
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hen towing,
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t speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
To w b a r
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.We recommend the use of genuine
DS AUTOMOBILES towbars and their
harnesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage of your
vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar
is entrusted to a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a dealer, it
must still be fitted in accordance with the
vehicle manufacturer's instructions. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more information on Driving advice
,
particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Obser ve the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data
section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (towball)
also includes the use of accessories
(bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
The maximum authorised nose weight
does not depend on the type of device
installed, fixed or removable, with or
without a tool.
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Towbar with quickly
detachable towball
Presentation
This towbar allows the towball to be fitted and
removed quickly and easily without the use of
tools. Installed behind the bumper, the device
is invisible after the towball has been removed
and the trailer harness carrier has been folded
away.
1. Carrier.
2. Protective plug.
3. Safety eye.
4. Folding trailer harness socket.
5. Detachable towball.
6. Locking/unlocking wheel.
7. Key-operated safety lock.
8. Locking wheel protector.
9. Ball protector.
10. Stowing bag.
A. Locked position
The locking wheel is not in contact with the
towball (gap of about 5 mm).
The green mark is visible.
The lock for the locking wheel is facing
rearward.
B. Unlocked position
The locking wheel is in contact with the towball.
The green mark is hidden.
The lock for the locking wheel is facing for ward. Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
For information on the maximum trailer
weight and the recommended nose
weight, refer to the Technical data section.
For more information on Towing a trailer
,
refer to the corresponding section.
Before each use
Check that the towball is correctly fitted,
verifying that:
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t
he towball is correctly engaged
(position A ),
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t
he safety lock is closed and the key
removed; the locking wheel can no
longer be operated,
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t
he towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by shaking it with your
hand.
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During use
Never release the locking system with a
trailer or load carrier on the towball.
Never exceed the gross train weight
(GTW) for the vehicle.
Before setting off, check the adjustment of
the headlamp beam height.
For more information on adjusting the
headlamp beam height, refer to the
corresponding section.
After use
For journeys made without a trailer or
load carrier, the trailer socket must be
folded away, the towball removed and the
protective plug inserted in the carrier. This
measure applies particularly if the towball
could hinder visibility of the number plate
or lighting.Fitting the towball
F Remove the protective plug from the carrier and check the condition of the fixing system.
If necessary, clean the carrier with a brush
or a clean cloth.
F

T
ake the towball from the storage bag.
F

R
emove the protective cover from the ball
and the protective cap from the locking
wheel.
F

S
tow the plug, cover and cap in the storage
bag.
F

C
heck that the towball is unlocked (position
B ). If not, insert the key in the lock and
turn the key anti-clockwise to unlock the
mechanism. F

T
ake the towball in both hands; insert the
end of the towball into the carrier by lifting it,
then, to ensure that it has correctly locked in
place, pull firmly down on the ball end of the
towball.
The locking wheel then automatically rotates
anti-clockwise with an audible "click". Take
care to keep your hands clear.
F

C
heck that the towball has correctly locked
in place (position A ).
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F Turn the key clockwise to lock the towball fixing mechanism.
F

A
lways remove the key and keep it in a safe
place.
If the key cannot be turned or removed,
this means that the towball is not fitted
correctly; start the procedure again.
If any locking step fails, start the
procedure again.
In all cases, if the marking remains red, do
not use the towball and contact the dealer
network or a qualified workshop.
F

A
ttach the trailer to the tow ball. F
A ttach the cable on the trailer to the security
eye located on the carrier.
F

L
ower the trailer harness socket carrier
by pulling down the eye visible below the
b u m p e r.
F

R
aise the protective cover on the socket
and connect the trailer plug.
Removing the towball
F Disconnect the trailer wiring harness from the socket on the carrier.
F

D
etach the trailer safety cable from the eye
on the carrier.
F

D
etach the trailer from the towball.
F

R
eturn the trailer harness connector carrier
to the folded position.
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