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Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain sensitive
wipers, the wipers will operate in intermittent mode.
Contact the dealer network or a qualified workshop.
Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with
the sunshine sensor and located in the top
centre of the windscreen, behind the rear
view mirror.
When using an automatic car wash, switch
off the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice before
activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
Front screenwashHeadlamp wash
To reduce the fluid consumption of the
headlamp wash, it operates only with
every seventh use of the screenwash or
every 25 miles (40 km) during a given
j o u r n ey.
Low screenwash/headlamp wash
fluid
level
Checking and topping up this fluid should be
done with the engine off.
The fluid level should be checked
regularly, particularly during winter.
For more information on Checking levels and,
in particular, the screenwash/headlamp wash,
refer to the corresponding section.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position permits release of the windscreen
wiper blades.
It is used for cleaning or replacement of the
wiper blades. It can also be useful, in winter, to
release the wiper blades from the windscreen.
F
P
ull the windscreen wash control towards
you. The windscreen wash and then the
wipers come on for a preset time.
They operate by themselves when the dipped
and main beam headlamps are off or when the
vehicle is stationary. Associated with the screenwash, the headlamp
wash operates when the vehicle is moving and
the dipped or main beam headlamps are on
.
On vehicles fitted with headlamp washers, the
low level of this fluid is indicated by a gauge
located in the reser voir filler neck under the
bonnet. F
I
n the minute following ignition switch-off,
any operation of the wiper control stalk will
position the wiper blades vertically.
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Screenwash/headlamp wash
level
To check the level or top up the fluid
on vehicles fitted with headlamp
washers, immobilise the vehicle and
switch off the engine.
F
O
pen the bonnet and secure it with the stay.
F
O
pen the screenwash reservoir filler cap.
F
T
ake and pinch the level gauge to block its
breather.
F
R
emove the gauge completely from the
reser voir to read the level in the transparent
section.
F
T
op up if necessary.
F
R
efit the filler cap to the reser voir and close
the bonnet.
Fluid specifications
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, using an ethyl alcohol or
methanol based fluid is recommended.
Diesel fuel additive level
(Diesel with particle filter)
According to your version of instrument panel,
the additive reser voir low level is indicated by:
Topping up
This additive must be topped up without
delay by a member of the dealer network or a
qualified workshop. -
f
ixed illumination of the
particle filter warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message that the
particle filter additive level is too
low,
or
-
f
ixed illumination of the Ser vice
warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal and a
message that the particle filter
additive level is too low.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule and according
to your engine. .
Otherwise, have them checked by the dealer
network or a qualified workshop.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check regularly that the
terminals are correctly tightened
(versions without quick release terminals)
and that the connections are clean.
For more information on the precautions
to take before starting work on the 12 V
battery , refer to the corresponding
section.
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out
only in the dealer network or a qualified
workshop.
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Practical information
