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Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch
off the ignition.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
When washing
Before washing the vehicle, always check
that the charging flap is closed correctly.
Never wash the vehicle while the battery is on
charge.
High-pressure washing
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, it is expressly prohibited to
use high-pressure washing in the engine
compartment or under the body.
Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar
when washing the bodywork.
Never allow water or dust to enter the
connector or charging nozzle - risk of
electrocution or fire!
Never connect / disconnect the charging
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of
electrocution!
Traction battery
The Li-ion (Lithium-ion) traction battery stores the
electrical energy needed to propel the vehicle.
It is located under the rear seats.
The traction battery's range varies depending
on the type of driving, the route, the use of
thermal comfort equipment and the ageing of its
components.
The traction battery ageing depends on
several factors, such as climatic
conditions and the distance travelled.
To preserve the mileage of your vehicle
and the durability of your traction battery,
the Manufacturer recommends that you:
–

Do no
t fully charge the battery of your
electric vehicle daily (charge the traction
battery below 80% as often as possible).
–

Do no
t completely discharge the battery.
–

Do no
t store the vehicle for a long period
of non-use (more than 12 hours) when the
traction battery has a low or high charge level.
Prefer a charge level between 20 and 40%.
–

Limit the use o
f fast charging.
–

Do no
t expose the vehicle to temperatures
below -30°C and above +60°C for more than
24 hours.
–

A

void charging the vehicle at negative
temperatures (except if the vehicle ran more
than 20 minutes) or above +30°C.
–

Do no
t use the vehicle's traction battery as a
generator of energy.
–

Do no
t use a generator to recharge your
vehicle's traction battery.
In the event of damage to the traction
battery
It is strictly prohibited to work on the vehicle
yourself.
Do not touch liquids coming from the battery,
and in the event of skin contact with these
products, wash abundantly with water and
contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop to
have the system checked.
Disposal of the traction battery
The traction battery is designed for the life
of the vehicle if the recommendations of the
Manufacturer are followed.
If it becomes necessary to replace the battery,
contact the dealer for instructions on its disposal.
Improper disposal carries the risk of severe burns,
electric shock, and damage to the environment.
In accordance with regulations, the Manufacturer
ensures a second life or recycling of this
component in collaboration with qualified
operators.
Charging flap
The charging flap is located on the rear left-hand
side of the vehicle.

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Bodywork
High-gloss paint
Do not use abrasive products, solvents,
petrol or oil to clean the bodywork.
Never use an abrasive sponge to clean
stubborn stains - risk of scratching the
paintwork!
Do not apply polish in strong sunshine, or to
plastic or rubber parts.
Use a soft cloth and soapy water or a pH
neutral product.
Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean
microfibre cloth.
Apply polish with the vehicle clean and dry.
Comply with the instructions for use stated on
the product.
Decals
(Depending on version)
Do not use a high-pressure washer to
clean the vehicle - risk of damaging or
detaching the decals!
Use a high-flow hose (temperature
between 25°C and 40°C).
Place the jet of water perpendicular to the
surface to be cleaned.
Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.
Textile
The dashboard, door panels and seats may
contain parts made of textile material.
Maintenance
Do not use aggressive cleaning products
(e.g. alcohol, solvent or ammonia).
Do not use steam-cleaning systems - risk of
affecting the adhesion of the fabrics!
Remove dust from the textile parts
regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Rub down the textile parts once per year with
a clean, damp cloth. After leaving overnight to
dry, brush with a soft-bristled brush.
Stain removal
Do not rub the stain or it may spread or
you may cause the substance to
penetrate the surface.
Act quickly by reducing the stain from its
edges inwards.
Remove as much substance or solids as
possible using a spoon or spatula, and
remove as much liquid as possible using
absorbent paper.
Product/Procedure to use depending on
the type of stain:
–

G

rease, oil and ink: clean with a pH-neutral
detergent.
–

V

omit: clean with sparkling mineral water.
–

Blood: spread flour o
ver the stain and allow
to dry; remove with a slightly damp cloth.
–

Mud: allo
w to dry and then remove with a
slightly damp cloth.
–

Cak
e, chocolate, ice cream: clean with
lukewarm water.
–

Sugary and/
or alcoholic drinks: clean with
lukewarm water, or lemon juice if the stain is
persistent.
–

Hair gel, c
offee, tomato sauce, vinegar:
clean with lukewarm water and lemon juice.
For solid substances, then use a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
For liquid substances, then use a damp
microfibre cloth and then dry with another
cloth.
Alcantara®
Alcantara® is an elegant and practical material
which is very resistant and easy to maintain.
Do not use printed cloths or
printed absorbent paper.
Do not use steam-cleaning systems.

214Alphabetical index
Charging connector
(Rechargeable hybrid)
146, 153–154
Charging flap
(Rechargeable hybrid)

146, 153–154
Charging the traction battery
(Rechargeable hybrid)

20, 145, 153–154
CHECK

21
Checking the engine oil level

18
Checking the levels

161–162
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)

172, 174
Checks

161, 163–165
Checks, routine

163–164
Child lock

95
Children

83, 89–91, 94
Children (safety)

95
Child seats

83, 86–89
Child seats, conventional

88–89
Child seats, i-Size

94
Child seats, ISOFIX

90–92
Cigar lighter

56
Cleaning (advice)

146, 167–169
Clock

23
Closing the boot

29, 33
Closing the doors

29, 32
Collision Risk Alert

128–129
Comfort mode

108
Configuration, vehicle

10, 24
Connection, Bluetooth

202
Connectivity

207
Consumptions

24
Container, AdBlue®

165–166
Control, emergency boot release

33Control, emergency door 30–31
Control, heated seats
46
Controls, steering mounted

101–103
Control stalk, lighting

63–64
Control stalk, wipers

72–74
Control unit

147–149, 154
Courtesy lamp, front

59
Courtesy lamps

59
Cruise control

116, 118–120
Cruise control, adaptive

120
Cruise control, adaptive with Stop function

116
Cruise control by speed limit recognition

116
Cup holder

56
D
Date (setting) 208
Daytime running lamps
64, 179
Deactivating the passenger airbag

84, 87–88
Deadlocking

27, 29
Deferred charging

24, 155
Deferred charging
(Rechargeable hybrid)

24–25, 146, 153
Defrosting

47, 53
Defrosting, front

53
Defrosting, rear screen

54
Demisting

47, 53
Demisting, front

53
Demisting, rear

54
Diagnosis, vehicle

21
Dials and gauges 10
Digital instrument panel
10
Dimensions

193
Dipstick

18, 161
Direction indicators (turn signals)

64, 179
Display screen, instrument panel

10
Domestic charging

149
Domestic charging (Rechargeable hybrid)

154
Door pockets

56
Doors

32
Driver’s attention warning

131–132
Driving

42–43, 96–97
Driving aids camera (warnings)

112
Driving aid shortcuts

113
Driving aids (recommendations)

112
Driving economically

8
Driving modes

106
Driving positions (storing)

45
DS Drive Assist

120
Dynamic stability control (DSC)

80
E
EBFD 79
Eco-driving (advice)
8
ECO mode

106
Electric automatic gearbox
(Rechargeable hybrid)

104
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

79
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

80

215Alphabetical index
Emergency call 77–78
Emergency switching off
99
Emergency warning lamps

76, 170
Emissions control system, SCR

20, 165
Energy economy (mode)

159
Energy economy mode

159
Energy flows

24
Energy recovery

20, 105
Engine

165
Engine compartment

160–161
Engine, Diesel

143, 161, 170, 191
Engine, petrol

107, 161, 190
Engines

189–191
Environment

8, 31
e-Save function (energy reserve)

24
ESC (electronic stability control)

79
Expanded traffic sign recognition

116
Exterior lighting

66
F
Fatigue detection 131–132
Favourite driving functions
113
Filling the AdBlue® tank

163, 166
Filling the fuel tank

143–144
Filter, air

163
Filter, oil

163
Filter, particle

163
Filter, passenger compartment

50, 163
Fitting a wheel

175, 177
Fitting roof bars 157–158
Fittings, boot
60
Fittings, interior

56–57
Fittings, rear

60
Flap, charging

155
Flap, fuel filler

143–144
Flap, ski

60
Flashing indicators

64
Flat bed (towing)

186
Floor, boot, adjustable

62
Fluid, brake

162
Fluid, engine coolant

162
Foglamps, rear

63
Folding the rear seats

48–49
Folding/unfolding the door mirrors

47
Four-wheel drive (4WD)

108, 159
Frequency (radio)

205
Fuel

8, 143
Fuel consumption

8, 20
Fuel level, low

143
Fuel (tank)

143–144
Fuses

180
G
Gauge, fuel 143
Gearbox, automatic
101–104, 108, 164, 181
Gearbox, manual

108
Gear shift indicator

109
Glove box

56
Grab handles 56
H
Hands-free access 35–36
Hands-free tailgate
35–36
Hazard warning lamps

76, 170
Headlamps (adjustment)

65
Headlamps, automatic dipping

66–67
Headlamps, automatic operation

65
Headlamps, dipped beam

179
Headlamps, halogen

65
Headlamps, main beam

66, 179
Head restraints, front

43
Head restraints, rear

48–49
Heated and ventilated seats

45
Heating

49
Heating, programmable

25, 54
Hi-Fi system

58
High voltage

145
Hill start assist

108
Histogramme, fuel consumption

24–25
Horn

77
I
Ignition 99, 207
Ignition on
99
Immobiliser, electronic

97

218Alphabetical index
S
Safety, children 84, 86–91, 94
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel)
163
Screens, very cold conditions

158
Screenwash

73
Screenwash, front

73
Screenwash, rear

73
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)

20, 165
Seat angle

44, 48
Seat belts

81–83, 88
Seat belts, rear

82
Seats, electric

44–45
Seats, front

43–45
Seats, heated

45–46
Seats, rear

48–49, 86
Selector, gear

101–105
Sensors (warnings)

113
Serial number, vehicle

193
Servicing

17, 163–165
Settings, equipment

10, 24
Shield, snow

158
Sidelamps

64, 179
Silent vehicle warning sound
(Rechargeable hybrid)

77
Smartphone

24–25, 57
Snow chains

111, 158–159
Snow screen

158
Socket, 12 V accessory

56, 61
Speakers

58
Speed limiter

116–118
Speed limit recognition

114–115
Speedometer

113
Sport mode 106–107
Spotlamps, side
66
Stability control (ESC)

79, 81
Starting a Diesel engine

143
Starting/Stopping the vehicle

97
Starting the engine

97–98
Starting the vehicle

98, 101–104
Starting using another battery

99, 181
State of charge, battery

24
Station, radio

204–205
Steering wheel (adjustment)

46
Stickers, customising

168
Stopping the vehicle

98, 101–104
Stop & Start

22, 50, 53, 109–110, 143, 159, 163, 183
Storage

56–57, 58, 60
Storage box

62
Storage compartments

55
Storage wells

60, 62
Storing driving positions

45
Stowing rings

60
Sunroof, panoramic

40–41
Sunshine sensor

50
Sun visor

56
Suspension

164
Suspension with variable
vibration reduction

105
Switching off the engine

97
Synchronising the remote control

32T
Tables of engines 190–192
Tailgate
32
Tank, fuel

143–144
Technical data

190–192
Telephone

202, 206–207
Temperature, coolant

19
Ticket holder

55
Time (setting)

23, 208
Tool box

62
Tools

170–172
Topping-up AdBlue®

166
Top Tether (fixing)

90
Total distance recorder

21
Touch screen

23–24, 54
Towbar

81, 155
Towed loads

189–192
Towing

186–187
Towing another vehicle

186–187
Towing the vehicle

186–187
Traction battery charge

149
Traction battery
(Rechargeable hybrid)

21, 145–146, 153
Traction control (ASR)

80
Trailer

81, 155
Trailer stability assist (TSA)

81
Trajectory control systems

79
Triangle, warning

170
Trip computer

22
Tyres

164, 193
Tyre under-inflation detection

110, 174