
2.20
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (5/8)
Active emergency braking
This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any 
circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the 
driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
System servicing/repairs
–  In the event of an impact, the sensor alignment may become changed, and \
its  operation will consequently be affected. Deactivate the function, then consult 
an authorised dealer.
–  Any work in the area where the radar is located (repairs, replacements,\
 touch- ing up of paintwork) must be carried out by a qualified professional.
Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.
In the event of system disturbance
Some conditions can disturb or damage the operation of the system, such \
as:
–  a complex environment (metal bridge, tunnel etc.) ;
–  poor weather conditions (snow, hail, black ice, etc.).
Risk of inadvertent braking.
Operating faults
The warning lights 
 and  
lit up on the instrument panel accom-
panied by the message “WARNING 
AEBSCHECK”  indicate a system 
fault. Consult an approved dealer.
When the system detects that the func-
tion is not available, the 
 warn-
ing light lights up on the instrument 
panel and stays on, with the message 
“WARNING AEBS  DISABLED”. 
There are two possibilities:
–  The system is temporarily disrupted  (for example: radar obscured by 
dirt, mud, snow etc.). In this case, 
park the vehicle and switch off the 
engine. Clean the detection zone of 
the radar. When you next start the 
engine, the warning light and the 
message go out;
–  If this is not the case, this may arise  from another cause; contact an 
Approved Dealer. 

2.48
SEQUENTIAL GEARBOX (4/5)
Operation in automatic mode
Automatic mode is selected by default 
every time the ignition is switched on.
The letter A  appears on the display. 
The vehicle is controlled using the ac-
celerator and the brake. Gears will 
change automatically at the correct 
moment and at a suitable engine speed 
because the automatic mode takes the 
road surface and the chosen driving 
style into consideration.
Gears may be shifted manually in this 
mode. Pushing the lever forwards 
or backwards shifts a gear upwards 
(except if there is a risk of underrev-
ving) or downwards (except if there is a 
risk of overrevving).
Note: automatic mode takes account 
of:
–  the position and speed of depression  of the accelerator pedal to assess 
driving style and select the optimum 
gear;
–  action on the brake pedal, to com- mence engine braking in preparation 
for a downshift.
You can stop the vehicle at red lights, 
with the gear engaged, by depressing 
the brake pedal; there is no need to 
change to neutral  (N).
The vehicle will move off again:
–  either slowly, if you release the brake  without accelerating (e.g. when in a 
traffic jam);
–  or quickly, if you release the brake  and accelerate.
Accelerating and overtaking
–  Slowly depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate gradually;
The oil level in the automatic gear-
box system reservoir varies depend-
ing on use. Adding oil is  strictly 
forbidden  (except by qualified ap-
proved network personnel).
–  to obtain maximum vehicle per-
formance regardless of the mode 
selected (automatic or manual), 
quickly depress the accelerator 
pedal beyond the kickdown point.
The speed with which you depress the 
pedal will allow you to downshift ac-
cording to the vehicle’s capabilities.
Parking the vehicle
It is possible to park in gear (for exam-
ple, on a slope):
–  with the ignition on, select a gear  with your foot on the brake ;
–  check that a gear other than N is dis- played on the instrument panel, then 
remove the ignition key;
–  apply the handbrake.
To disengage the gear, switch on the 
ignition without starting the engine and 
shift the selector lever to neutral  with 
the brake pedal depressed . Check 
that  N is displayed on the instrument 
panel. 

2.49
SEQUENTIAL GEARBOX (5/5)
Load position
When the vehicle is driven loaded, 
press the 6 switch on the dashboard. 
The indicator light 
§ on the instru-
ment panel will light up.
Load mode is deselected every time 
the engine is switched off. It will be nec-
essary to select it again.
Load mode may be used to equal effect 
in both automatic and manual modes.
6
Bleep–  If you hold the vehicle on a slope  for too long without applying the 
brakes or handbrake, you will strain 
the system (risk of overheating the 
clutch).
In this case, an intermittent beep- ing sound will remind you that you 
should put your foot on the brake 
pedal or apply the handbrake.
–  Never leave the vehicle with the  engine running when in gear. For 
safety reasons you will hear an in-
termittent beeping sound when you 
open the door if you have not shifted 
into neutral or you have not switched 
off the ignition or depressed the 
brake pedal.
Special circumstances
On a slippery surface or surface with 
little grip, change to manual mode 
(A/M) and select second gear before 
accelerating to avoid wheelspin.
Operating faults
i
If this warning light comes on 
when the vehicle is in motion , it 
indicates a fault in the system. In most 
cases, you may still drive the vehicle, 
although it will not function perfectly. 
Contact an approved dealer as soon as 
possible.
Towing a vehicle with a sequential 
gearbox
If the gearbox is stuck in a gear:
–  switch on the ignition;
– select neutral  with the brake pedal 
depressed;
–  check that the gearbox is in neutral  (by pushing the vehicle, for exam-
ple).
If you cannot find neutral you must tow 
the vehicle with the front wheels raised.
The vehicle should always be towed 
with the ignition switched off.  

3.13
Operating faults
As a general rule, contact your ap-
proved dealer in the event of an oper-
ating fault.
–  Reduction in de-icing, demisting or air conditioning performance.
This may be caused by the passen-
ger compartment filter cartridge be-
coming clogged.
–  No cold air is being produced .
Check that the controls are set cor-
rectly and that the fuses are sound. 
Otherwise, switch off the system.
Presence of water under the 
vehicle
After prolonged use of the air condi-
tioning system, it is normal for water 
to be present under the vehicle. This is 
caused by condensation.
AIR CONDITIONING: information and operating instructions (1/2)
Do not open the refriger-
ant fluid circuit.  The fluid 
may damage eyes or skin.
Fuel consumption
You will normally notice an increase in 
fuel consumption (especially in town) 
when the air conditioning is operating.
For vehicles fitted with air conditioning 
with no automatic mode, switch off the 
system when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption 
and helping to preserve the environ-
ment
Drive with the air vents open and the 
windows closed.
If the vehicle has been parked in the 
sun, open the doors for a few moments 
to let the hot air escape before starting 
the engine.
Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Document 
for your vehicle for the inspection fre-
quency.
Advice on use
In some situations (air conditioning off, 
air recirculation activated, ventilation 
speed at zero or low etc.), you may 
notice that condensation starts to form 
on the windows and windscreen.
If there is condensation, use the “Clear 
View” function to remove it, then use 
the air conditioning in automatic mode 
to stop it forming again.
Do not add anything to the 
vehicle’s ventilation circuit 
(for example, to remove 
bad odours).
There is a risk of damage or of 
fire.
Use the air conditioning system reg-
ularly, even in cold weather, running 
it at least once a month for approxi-
mately 5 minutes.
Vehicles equipped with  
modeECO
Once activated, ECO mode may 
reduce air conditioning perform-
ance. Please refer to the informa-
tion on “Driving advice, Eco-driving” 
in Section 2. 

4.2
BONNET (1/2)
To open the bonnet, pull handle 1.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To unlock, pull control 2.
In the event of even a slight 
impact involving the radia-
tor grille or bonnet, have the 
bonnet lock checked by an 
authorised dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
1
2
Please note when work-
ing close to the engine that 
it may be hot. In addition, 
the engine cooling fan may 
start at any moment. The 
 
warning light in the engine compart-
ment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).   

4.3
BONNET (2/2)
3
4
5
Closing the bonnet
Ensure that the windscreen wiper 
blades are correctly positioned.
Place stay 4 back into its holders 5 , 
hold the bonnet in the middle and lower 
it to about 20 cm above the closed po-
sition, then release it. It will latch auto-
matically under its own weight.
Ensure that the bonnet is 
properly locked.
Check that nothing is pre-
venting the catch from lock-
ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).
Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet and release stay  4 from 
its holders  5. For your own safety, it is 
essential to fix the stay into retainer  3 
in the bonnet.
After any procedure in the 
engine compartment, make 
sure that you do not forget 
anything (cloth, tools, etc.). 
Otherwise, this may lead to engine 
damage or cause a fire.  

4.4
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information (1/2)
If the level is at the minimum
The “TOP-UP OIL LEVEL” message 
and warning light 
© are displayed 
on the instrument panel.
It is vital to top up the oil as soon as 
possible.
The display only warns the 
driver if the oil level is at the 
minimum level. It does not 
inform the driver that the oil 
level has exceeded the maximum 
level as this can only be measured 
using a dipstick.
It is normal for an engine to use oil for 
lubrication and cooling of moving parts 
and it is normal to top up the level be-
tween oil changes.
However, contact an approved Dealer if 
more than 0.5 litres is being consumed 
every 600 miles (1,000 km) after the 
running in period.
Oil change frequency: check the oil 
level from time to time and certainly 
before any long journey to avoid the 
risk of damaging your engine.
Reading the oil level
The oil level should be read with the ve-
hicle on level ground, after the engine 
has been switched off for some time.
The dipstick must be used to read 
the exact oil level and make sure 
that the maximum level has not been 
exceeded (risk of engine damage).  
Refer to the following pages.
The instrument panel display only 
alerts the driver when the oil level is at 
its minimum.
A
1
2
Minimum oil level display  A
If the level is above the minimum 
level
The “OIL LEVEL” message appears on 
the display, accompanied by squares 
indicating the level. These squares di-
sappear as the level drops and they are 
replaced by dashes.
To switch to trip computer reading, 
press button 1 or 2 again.   

4.6
Topping up/filling
The vehicle must be parked on level 
ground and the engine should be cold 
(for instance, before the engine is 
started up for the first time in the day).
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Document for 
your vehicle.– Unscrew cap 
1;
–  top up the level (as a guide, the ca- pacity between the minimum and 
maximum reading on the dipstick  2 
is between 1.5 and 2 litres, depend-
ing on the engine);
–  wait for approximately 10 minutes to  allow the oil to drain;
–  check the level using the dipstick  2 
(as described above).
Once the level is read, ensure that the 
dipstick is pushed in as far as it will go 
and the cap is completely screwed in.
Do not exceed the  MAX level and 
do not forget to refit cap  1 and dip-
stick 2.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL : topping up, filling (1/2)
In order to prevent splashback, it is 
recommended that a funnel be used 
when topping up/filling with oil.
1
2
12
Oil change
Service interval: refer to the 
Maintenance Service Booklet for your 
vehicle.
Oil change capacity
Please refer to the maintenance docu-
ment for your vehicle, or contact an au-
thorised dealer. 
Always check the engine oil level using 
the dipstick, as explained previously (it 
should never fall below the minimum 
level, or be over the maximum level on 
the dipstick).
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service 
Booklet for your vehicle.