
5.29
Replacing windscreen wiper
blades 2
– With the ignition switched off , lift
wiper arm 2 slightly;
– pull tab 1 upwards;
– move the blade in the direction of the arrow.
For refitting, proceed in the reverse
order and ensure that the blade is cor-
rectly clipped on.
WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES (1/2)
Check the condition of the wiper
blades. You are responsible for their
service life:
– clean the blades, windscreen and rear screen regularly with soapy
water;
– do not use them when the wind- screen or rear screen are dry;
– free them from the windscreen or rear screen when they have not
been used for a long time.
1
Replacing windscreen wiper
blades 3
– With the ignition switched off , lift
wiper arm 5 slightly;
– pull the tab 4 (movement A) and
push the blade upwards.
To refit
Slide the blade along the arm until it
clips on. Make sure that the blade is
correctly locked in position. Return the
windscreen wiper stalk to the park po-
sition.
3
4
5
A
2
Before changing the wiper
blade, make sure the stalk
is in the stop position (deac-
tivated).
Risk of injury.

5.31
Before towing, unlock the steering
column: with the clutch dipped, engage
first gear (lever in N or R positions for
vehicles with an automatic gearbox),
insert the key in the ignition-starter
switch.
Reposition the lever to neutral (position
N for vehicles fitted with an automatic
gearbox).
The column is unlocked, the acces-
sory functions are supplied: the vehi-
cle lights can be used (indicators, brake
lights etc.). At night the vehicle must
have its lights on. The speed specified by current legis-
lation for towing must always be ob-
served. If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer to
the information on “Weights” in Section
6).
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
With the engine switched off:
the
gearbox is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
Under exceptional circumstances ,
you may tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, only going
forward, with the gear lever in the
Neutral position, and for a distance
not exceeding 30 miles (50 km).
TOWING: breakdown (1/2)
When the engine is
stopped, steering and brak-
ing assistance are not op-
erational.
1
If the lever is stuck in P ,
even though you are de-
pressing the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually.
To do this, unclip the cover at the
base of the lever.
Press simultaneously on mark 1
and on the unlocking button on the
lever.
Do not remove the key from
the ignition when the vehi-
cle is being towed.

5.38
The starter is activatedPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The instrument panel indicator lights are
weak or fail to light up and the starter does
not turn. Battery terminals disconnected,
oxidised or incorrectly secured.
Retighten, reconnect or clean them if they
are oxidised.
Battery discharged or worn. Connect another battery to the faulty bat-
tery. Refer to the paragraph “Battery: trou-
bleshooting” in Section 5 or replace the bat-
tery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
The engine will not start. Starting conditions are not fulfilled.Refer to the information on “Starting/stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked. To unlock, move the key and steering
wheel (see “Starting, stopping the engine”
in Section 2).
OPERATING FAULTS (2/6)
The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repai\
rs. For safety reasons, you should always contact
an approved Dealer as soon as possible.

5.39
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to the correct pres-
sure, incorrectly balanced or dam-
aged. Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the
problem, have them checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.
Coolant boiling in the coolant reservoir. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket.Stop the engine.
Contact an approved Dealer.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit or cooling system leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on:
while cornering or braking The level is too low. Top up the engine oil level (refer to the in-
formation on “Engine oil level: topping up/
filling” in Section 4).
is slow to go out or remains lit under
acceleration Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
Dealer.
OPERATING FAULTS (3/6)

5.40
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.
Fault with the electric assistance
motor.
Fault in the assistance system. Drive carefully at reduced speed, be aware
of the level of force in the steering wheel
needed to turn the wheels. Consult an ap-
proved dealer
The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature indicator and the warn-
ing light
® come on. Engine cooling fan not working. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the coolant reservoir: it should con- tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
approved Dealer as soon as possible.
OPERATING FAULTS (4/6)
Radiator: If there is a lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up \
using cold coolant while the engine is
very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial drain\
ing of the cooling system, it must
be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Remi\
nder: only products approved by our Technical
Department may be used for this purpose.

5.41
OPERATING FAULTS (5/6)
Electrical equipmentPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Free the blades before using the wipers.
Faulty electrical circuit. Consult an approved dealer.
Fuse damaged. Replace the fuse or have it replaced; refer
to the information on “Fuses” in section 5.
The wiper does not stop. Faulty electrical controls.Consult an approved dealer.
Direction indicators flashing more
quickly. Blown bulb.
See information on “Headlights: changing
bulbs” or “Rear and side lights: changing
bulbs”.
The direction indicators do not work. Faulty electrical circuit or control. Consult an approved dealer. Fuse damaged.Replace the fuse or have it replaced; refer
to the information on “Fuses” in section 5.
The lights do not come on or go off. Faulty electrical circuit or control. Consult an approved dealer.
Fuse damaged.Replace the fuse or have it replaced; refer
to the information on “Fuses” in section 5.

5.42
Electrical equipmentPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Traces of condensation in the lights
and headlights. Traces of condensation may be a nat-
ural phenomenon caused by varia-
tions in temperature and humidity.
In this case, the traces will disappear
slowly once the lights are switched
on.
The front seat belt reminder light
comes on when the seat belts are
fastened. An object is stuck between the floor
and the seat and is disrupting the op-
eration of the sensor. Remove all objects from underneath the
front seats.
OPERATING FAULTS (6/6)

7.1
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (1/5)
A
ABS ..............................................................1.56, 2.26 → 2.30
accessories........................................................................\
5.35
accessories socket ............................................................ 3.23
additional methods of restraint .......................................... 1.33
advice on antipollution ....................................................... 2.15
air bag...........................................................1.29 → 1.33, 1.56
activating the front passenger air bags ............1.46 → 1.48
deactivating the front passenger air bags ........1.46 → 1.48
air conditioning ........................................................3.4 → 3.16
air vents ...................................................................... 3.2 – 3.3
anti-corrosion check ..............................................6.16 → 6.20
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.15
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.26 → 2.30
antipollution advice .................................................................\
......... 2.15
ashtrays ...............................................................\
.............. 3.23
audible and visual signals.................................................. 1.74
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................2.42 → 2.44
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................2.42 → 2.44
B
batteries ..............................................................\
............... 5.36
battery............................................................ 1.57, 4.11 – 4.12 troubleshooting ................................................. 5.25 – 5.26
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.8
brake lights changing bulbs .................................................. 5.19 – 5.20
bulbs changing ..........................................................5.16 → 5.24
C
catalytic converter................................................................ 2.9
central door locking ............................................................. 1.6
changing a bulb ............................... 5.16 → 5.18, 5.22 → 5.24changing a wheel............................................................... 5.11
changing gear .................................................2.7, 2.42 → 2.44
child minder mirror ............................................................. 3.19
child restraint/seat .............................1.34 – 1.35, 1.37 → 1.48
child safety....1.2, 1.4, 1.7, 1.34 – 1.35, 1.37 → 1.48, 2.3, 3.20
child seats..........................................1.34 – 1.35, 1.37 → 1.45
children ................................................................... 1.34 – 1.35
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.23
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.18 – 4.19
clock ....................................................................... 1.70 – 1.71
closing the doors ..................................................... 1.7 → 1.11
control instruments ................................................1.54 → 1.60
coolant ................................................................\
............... 1.55
courtesy light .......................................................... 3.17 – 3.18
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.19
cruise control ................................................1.57, 2.34 → 2.37
D
dashboard............................................................... 1.50 – 1.51
deadlocking the doors ......................................................... 1.4
demisting rear screen ................................................. 3.4, 3.12 – 3.13
windscreen ............................................................ 3.5, 3.13
dimensions ................................................................. 6.7 – 6.8
dipstick................................................................\
........ 4.4 – 4.5
display ................................................................\
...1.58 → 1.60
doors........................................................................\
1.7 → 1.14
driver’s position ...................................................... 1.50 – 1.51
driving ........ 2.9, 2.13, 2.17 → 2.25, 2.22 → 2.39, 2.42 → 2.44
driving position settings ............................................................1.25 → 1.28
driving recommendations ...................................... 2.11 → 2.14
E
ECO driving ........................................................... 2.11 → 2.14