
2.11
THE STOP AND START  function (4/4)
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 5 °C or 
higher than around 35 °C);
–  the “Clear View” function is activated  (please see “Automatic Climate 
Control” in Section 3);
–  the battery is not sufficiently charged;
–  the vehicle speed is above 3 mph  (5 km/h) (downhill slope, etc.);
– repeated pressing on the brake  pedal or braking system require-
ment;
– ...
1
2
For vehicles fitted with a manual gear-
box, the restarting of the engine may be 
stopped if the clutch pedal is released 
too quickly and a gear is engaged.
Deactivating, activating the 
function
Press 1 to deactivate the function.
Note: With the engine on standby, 
press switch 1  to automatically re-
start the engine.
The message “Stop & Start deacti-
vated” will appear on the instrument 
panel and the integrated warning light  2 
on the switch will light up. Pressing 
again will reactivate the system. The 
message “Stop & Start activated” will 
appear on the instrument panel and the 
integrated warning light  2 on switch 1 
will go out.
The system is automatically reacti-
vated each time the vehicle is started 
(see “Starting, stopping the engine” in 
Section 2).
Operating faults
When the message “Check Stop & 
Start” appears on the instrument panel 
and the integrated warning light  2 lights 
up on the switch  1, the system is deac-
tivated.
Please consult an authorised dealer.
Before getting out of the 
vehicle, you must switch 
off the ignition (please see 
section on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine”).Special feature of vehicles with 
a key: for some of these condi-
tions the automatic restarting of the 
engine is inhibited if a front door is 
open.  

2.13
SPECIAL FEATURES OF PETROL VERSIONS (2/2)/PARTICLE FILTER
If, after approximately 20 minutes, the 
indicator light remains lit, consult an 
Approved Dealer.
Note: if the vehicle is stopped before 
the warning light disappears, you will 
have to restart the process from the be-
ginning.Particle filter
The particle filter is used in the treat-
ment of exhaust gases from petrol en-
gines. 
When driving, depending on the grade 
of fuel used, it is possible that white 
smoke may be emitted. This is due to 
the exhaust particle filter being cleaned 
automatically, and does not affect the 
way the vehicle runs.
Depending on the vehicle, the warning 
light 
 displayed on the instrument 
panel indicates that the filter is becom-
ing clogged and requires cleaning. To 
clean it, when the 
 warning light 
appears, and as traffic conditions and 
speed limits allow, drive at between 
about 31 mph (50 km/h) and 68 mph 
(110 km/h) until the light goes out. 
After between approximately 5 and 
20 minutes, the warning light should go 
out.
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.
If the filter becomes saturated, the 
© warning light and, depending 
on the vehicle, the 
 warning light 
will appear on the instrument panel, ac-
companied by the message “Check in-
jection”. In this case, please consult an 
Authorised Dealer.
If the 
® warning light and, depend-
ing on the vehicle, the 
 warning 
light appears, accompanied by the 
“Engine failure hazard” message, stop 
the vehicle, switch off the engine and 
contact an Approved Dealer. 

2.14
SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS
Diesel engine speed
Diesel engines are fitted with an injec-
tion pump which prevents the engine 
speed being exceeded irrespective of 
the gear selected.
If the message “Check antipollution 
system” is displayed along with warn-
ing lights 
Ä and ©, consult an 
authorised dealer immediately.
When driving, depending on the fuel 
grade used, it is possible that white 
smoke may be emitted.
This is due to the exhaust particle filter 
being cleaned automatically, and does 
not affect the way the vehicle runs.
Running out of fuel
If the tank has been completely 
drained, the system must be reprimed 
after the tank is refilled: See “Fuel 
tank” in section 1 before restarting the 
engine.
Do not park the vehicle or 
run the engine in locations 
where combustible sub-
stances or materials such 
as grass or leaves can come into 
contact with the hot exhaust system.
Precautions to be taken in 
winter
To avoid any faults in icy weather:
–  ensure that the battery is always fully  charged,
–  always keep the diesel tank rela- tively full to avoid water vapour con-
densing in it and accumulating at the 
bottom of the tank.
Engine smoke opacity labels
You will find  1 information on the  A label 
stuck inside the engine compartment.
1  Diesel exhaust emissions.A
1  

2.17
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (1/3)
Note:
To indicate that the electronic parking 
brake is released, a beep sounds and 
the message “Apply parking brake” ap-
pears on the instrument panel:
–  with the engine running: when the driver’s door is opened;
–  with the engine switched off (eg.  when the engine stalls): when a front 
door is opened.
In this case, pull and release switch  1 to 
apply the assisted parking brake.
Assisted release of the parking 
brake
The brake will be released as soon as 
the vehicle starts and accelerates.Assisted operation
The assisted parking brake immobilises 
the vehicle when  stopping the engine 
(and not when the engine is on 
standby for vehicles fitted with the  
Stop and Start function).  Please refer 
to “Starting, stopping the engine” and 
“Stop and Start function” in Section 2.
In all other instances, e.g. engine stal-
ling, the electronic parking brake is not 
applied automatically. Manual mode 
must be used.
For certain country-specific model ver-
sions, the assisted brake application 
function is not activated. Refer to the 
information on “Manual operation”. To confirm that the electronic parking 
brake is applied, the message “Parking 
brake on” and warning light 
} 
on the instrument panel and warning 
light 2 on the switch 1 light up.
After the engine is switched off, indi-
cator light  2 goes out several minutes 
after the electronic parking brake has 
been applied and indicator light 
} 
goes out when the vehicle is locked.Before leaving the vehi-
cle, check that the assisted 
parking brake is fully ap-
plied. Warning light  2 on 
switch  1 and warning light 
} 
on the instrument panel light up to 
show that the parking brake is ap-
plied but go out when the doors are 
locked.
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2.19
Operating faults
–  If there is a fault, the © warning 
light illuminates on the instrument 
panel accompanied by the “Check 
parking brake” message and, in 
some cases, the 
} warning 
light.
Please contact an authorised dealer 
as soon as possible.
–  If there is an assisted parking brake  fault, the warning light 
® comes 
on, along with the message “Braking 
system fault”, a beep and, in some 
cases, the warning light 
}.
This means that you must stop as 
soon as traffic conditions allow.
Versions with an automatic 
gearbox
For safety reasons, automatic release 
is deactivated when the driver’s door 
is open or not shut properly and the 
engine is running (in order to prevent 
the vehicle from moving without the 
driver). The “Release parking brake 
manually” message appears on the 
instrument panel when the driver de-
presses the accelerator.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (3/3)
It is therefore essential to 
immobilise the vehicle by 
engaging first gear (manual 
gearbox) or position  P (au-
tomatic gearbox). If the slope re-
quires it, chock the vehicle.
Never leave your vehicle 
without moving the selector 
lever to position  P. This is 
because when the vehicle 
is stationary with the engine running 
and a gear engaged, the vehicle 
may begin to move if you accele-
rate.
There is a risk of accidents.If no lights or sounds are 
apparent, this indicates 
a fault in the instrument 
panel. This indicates that 
it is essential to stop immediately 
(as soon as traffic conditions allow). 
Ensure that the vehicle is correctly 
immobilised and contact an appro-
ved Dealer.
In the event of message 
“Electric failure DANGER” 
or “Check battery”, manu-
ally activate the electronic 
parking brake by pulling switch  1 (or 
position the gear lever in  P for au-
tomatic gearboxes) before stopping 
the engine. 
Risk of loss of immobilisation of the 
vehicle.
Contact an authorised dealer. 

2.25
MAINTENANCE AND ANTIPOLLUTION ADVICE
Your vehicle complies with criteria for 
recycling and recovering vehicles at the 
end of their service life, which entered 
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 antipollution 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.
–  Ignition and idle speed:  no adjust-
ment is needed.
–  Air filter, fuel filter:  a choked ele-
ment will reduce efficiency. It must 
be replaced.
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.
Refer to the information on 
“Reagent tank” in Section 1. 

2.31
DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (2/10)
Operating faults:
– 
© and x lit up on the in-
strument panel alongside mes-
sages “Check ABS”, “Check braking 
system” and “Check ESC”: indicates 
the ABS, ESC and emergency brake 
assist are deactivated.  Braking is 
always enabled;
–  
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. 

2.32
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 driver input to 
the actual trajectory of the vehicle and 
corrects the trajectory if necessary by 
controlling the braking of certain wheels 
and/or engine power. In the event that 
the system is engaged, indicator light 
\b flashes on the instrument 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.
DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (3/10)
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message “Check ESC” and 
warning light 
© and \b appear 
on the instrument panel.
In this case, the ESC and traction con-
trol system are deactivated. Consult an 
authorised dealer.