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Traffic Signs Detected
INTELLIGENT SPEED
CONTROL (ISC) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
The Intelligent Speed Control (ISC) system is
always paired with the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) system. The ISC system suggests an
automatic speed adjustment to the driver based
on the speed limit for the road being traveled. The
driver can decide whether to accept or reject the
automatic speed adjustment, using the switch on
the steering wheel.
If the speed limit is exceeded according to the
road signs or traffic conditions, a dedicated
graphic message is displayed on the instrument
panel display.

NOTE:
The driver should always obey traffic laws and
speed limits. Never drive above the applicable
speed limit restrictions.RES/SET Switch
TO ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE
To Activate
The system can be activated in the radio system
within the “Driver Assistance” menu. The symbol
illuminates in the instrument cluster display
when the system is active.1 — ISC System Active
To Deactivate
The system is deactivated under the following
conditions:
When the Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
system is deactivated
When the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
system is deactivated

NOTE:
Selecting “Speed Offset” allows the driver to set
the speed up to a maximum of 6 mph (10 km/h)
above or below the suggested speed set by the
ISC system. In this instance, the road sign infor -
mation shown in the instrument cluster display
will continue to be detected by the TSR system.
1 — Speed Limit Recognized
2 — Traffic Sign Recognized
CAUTION!
Functionality may be limited or the system
may not work if the sensor is obstructed.
The system may have limited operation or
not work at all in weather conditions such as
heavy rain, hail, thick fog, and low
temperatures. Strong light contrasts can
influence the recognition capability of the
sensor.
The area surrounding the sensor must not be
covered with stickers or any other object.
Do not tamper or perform any operations in
the area of the windshield glass directly
surrounding the sensor.
Clean foreign matters such as bird
droppings, insects, snow or ice on the
windshield. Use specific detergents and
clean cloths to avoid scratching the
windshield.
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INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The system status is indicated by a white or green
icon in the instrument cluster display (similar to
the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) device) to the
left of the road sign indications provided by the
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system.
ACCEPTANCE/REJECTION OF THE
S
UGGESTED SPEED
The system can be activated if the driver has
activated the following systems beforehand:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
When these systems are active, a telltale will
display in the instrument cluster display
indicating the suggested speed provided by the
TSR system. The driver has the option to accept or
reject this using the RES/SET switch on the
steering wheel.
To accept the proposed speed and adjust the
speed set by ACC, move the RES/SET switch up or
down in the direction indicated in the telltale.
To reject the proposed speed, move the RES/SET
switch up or down in the direction opposite of the
arrow in the telltale. The ACC system will continue
to regulate to the previously set speed.
If the speed set by the ACC system is the same as
the speed detected by the TSR system, the speed
limit indicator on the instrument cluster display
will be highlighted with a green circle. 1 — Suggested Speed Higher Than Current Speed
2 — Suggested Speed Lower Than Current Speed
1 — Road Sign Recognized
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
The ParkSense system provides visual and
audible indications of the distance between the
rear, and if equipped, the front fascia/bumper
and a detected obstacle when backing up or
moving forward (e.g. during a parking maneuver).
The vehicle brakes may be automatically applied
and released when performing a reverse parking
maneuver if the system detects a possible
collision with an obstacle.
When the REVERSE gear is engaged and the
system is on, the front and rear sensors are
activated. If the vehicle moves from REVERSE to
a forward gear, the rear sensors are deactivated,
while the front sensors remain active until the
speed of 9 mph (15 km/h) is exceeded.

NOTE:
In certain operating conditions, the system could
start detecting an obstacle only after the vehicle
has moved slightly (a few inches).
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using the ParkSense system. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be
sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You are responsible for the safety
of your surroundings and must continue to pay
attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
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If several obstacles are detected simultaneously
in the front and rear area, the display will show all
of them, regardless of the area in which they were
detected.
It is not possible to exit from the display screen
while the vehicle is in REVERSE.
Acoustic Signal
In the presence of an obstacle at the front or the
rear of the vehicle, an acoustic signal with
variable frequency will sound:
The acoustic signal increases in frequency as
the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle decreases.
The acoustic signal becomes continuous when
the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle is less than 11 inches (30 cm), and
stops if the distance increases.
The acoustic signal is constant if the distance
between the vehicle and the obstacle is
unchanged.

NOTE:
If the sensors detect several front and rear obsta-
cles, the closest obstacle is considered. An inter -
mittent signal will sound if the obstacles are at
the same distance (front and rear).
When the system emits an acoustic signal, the
volume of the radio system, if activated, is
automatically lowered.
An acoustic signal will not sound if the vehicle is
in PARK.
ENABLING AND DISABLING PARKSENSE
For vehicles only equipped with rear sensors, to
turn the system off, push the ParkSense button
located to the left of the headlight switch. The
indicator light within the button will illuminate
when the system is turned off. Pushing the button
a second time will turn the system back on, and
the indicator light will turn off.
ParkSense On/Off Switch
For vehicles equipped with front and rear
sensors, to turn the front parking sensors off,
push the ParkSense button located to the left of
the headlight switch. The indicator light within the
switch will illuminate when the system is turned
off. Pushing the button a second time will turn the
front sensors back on, and the indicator light will
turn off.

NOTE:
Deactivation of both the front and rear parking
sensors can only be done through the radio
system. The indicator light within the ParkSense system
switch will also be on in case of system failure. If
the switch is pushed with a system failure, the
indicator light will flash for approximately five
seconds. The light will then stay on constantly.

NOTE:
When the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN posi
-
tion, the ParkSense system keeps the last state
when the engine was stopped (activated or deac -
tivated) in its memory.
PARKSENSE WARNING DISPLAY
Parking sensor faults, if any, will be indicated
when REVERSE is engaged by a message on the
instrument cluster display

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In case of system failure, a dedicated message
appears on the instrument cluster for about five
seconds.
Cleaning The Front Or Rear Sensors : If the
display shows a message requiring the
sensors to be cleaned, make sure that the
outer surface and the underside of the front
and rear fascias/bumpers are free of debris
(e.g. snow, mud, ice, etc.). Once these areas
are clear, place the ignition in the OFF position,
then return it to ON/RUN. If the message is still
displayed, contact an authorized dealer.
Audio System Not Available : If the display
shows a message that the audio system is not
available, it means that the acoustic signal will
be emitted by the instrument panel, and not
through the vehicle’s speakers.
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PARKSENSE SYSTEM USAGE
P
RECAUTIONS

NOTE:
Some conditions may influence the performance
of the ParkSense system:
Reduced sensor sensitivity could be due to the
presence of ice, snow, mud, or thick paint on
the surface of the sensor.
The sensors may detect a false obstacle (echo
interference) due to mechanical interference,
for example when washing the vehicle or in
extreme weather.
The signals sent by the sensors can be altered
by the presence of ultrasonic systems (e.g.
pneumatic brake systems of trucks or
pneumatic drills) near the vehicle.
System performance can be influenced by the
position of the sensors. For example, due to a
change in the ride setting (caused by wear to
the shock absorbers or suspension), by
changing tires, overloading the vehicle or
operations that require the vehicle to be
lowered.
Be sure not to place bumper stickers or other
adhesives over the sensors as this will affect
system performance.
LANE DEPARTURE
WARNING (LDW) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING OPERATION
The Lane Departure Warning system uses a
forward looking camera located on the
windshield to detect lane markings and measure
vehicle position within the lane boundaries.
When one or both lane limits are detected and
the vehicle passes over one without an activated
turn signal, the system emits a visual as well as
an audible signal.
If the vehicle continues to go beyond the line of
the lane without any intervention from the driver,
the surpassed line will light up on the display (left
or right) to urge the driver to bring the vehicle
back into the limits of the lane.
CAUTION!
Projecting loads on the roof of the vehicle
may interfere with the correct operation of
the camera. Before starting, make sure the
load is correctly positioned in order to not
cover the camera operating range.
Do not cover the operating range of the
camera with stickers or other objects.
Do not tamper with nor operate on the
camera. Do not close the openings in the
aesthetic cover located under the interior
rearview mirror. In the event of a failure of
the camera, contact an authorized dealer.
The camera may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such as:
heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow, or
formation of ice layers on the windshield.
Camera operation may also be compromised
by the presence of dust, condensation, dirt
or ice on the windshield, by traffic conditions
(e.g. vehicles that are driving not aligned with
yours, vehicle driving in a transverse or
opposite way on the same lane, bend with a
small radius of curvature), by road surface
conditions and by driving conditions (e.g.
off-road driving). Make sure the windshield is
always clean. Use specific detergents and
clean cloths to avoid scratching the
windshield. The camera operation may also
be limited or absent in some driving, traffic
and road surface conditions.
If the windshield must be replaced due to
scratches, chipping or breakage, contact
exclusively your authorized dealer. Do not
replace the windshield on your own. It is
advisable to replace the windshield if it is
damaged in the area of the camera.
CAUTION!
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Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
When the system is active, both lane lines on the
display illuminate in white to indicate that both of
the lane markings have been detected.
When lane markings are detected, the system is
ready to provide indications in case the driver
unintentionally leaves the lane (turn signal not
activated).
As the Lane Departure Warning system detects
the lane markings while the vehicle is in motion,
it will adjust the display accordingly (from white to
yellow and vice versa, and increase their
thickness).
If a lane line is crossed, the driver is alerted by an
audible signal as well as the visual indication in
the instrument cluster. The signal is emitted
through the speakers on the side of the lane
marking which is being crossed (e.g. if the vehicle
is exceeding the left line of the lane, the audible
signal will come from the speakers on the left of
the vehicle).
Limited Operation Warning
If a message appears on the display, a condition
limiting the Lane Departure Warning system
operation may have occurred. This could be an
obstruction of the camera view, or a fault in the
system.
If an obstruction is detected, clean the area of the
windshield by the interior rearview mirror.
Although the vehicle can still be driven in normal
conditions, the system may not function properly.
When the conditions limiting the system are
corrected, it will go back to normal operation.
Should a fault persist, contact an authorized
dealer.System Failure Warning
If the system turns off and the warning light
appears on the display, it means that there is a
system fault.
In this case, it is still possible to drive the vehicle,
but you are advised to contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
CHANGING LANE DEPARTURE WARNING
S
TATUS
The system's sensitivity can be set through the
radio system. Sensitivity “High” or “Low” can be
selected.
To access the function, from the main menu
select the following in order:
1. Driver Assistance
2. Lane Departure Warning
3. Sensitivity
LANE KEEPING ASSIST
(LKA) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
The Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system uses a
camera located on the windshield to detect the
lane markings and calculate the position of the
vehicle within such markings, in order to make
sure that the vehicle remains inside the lane. This
is an active system that will apply torque to the
steering wheel if it senses that the vehicle is
drifting out of the lane. When one or both lane markings are detected
and the vehicle passes over one without a turn
signal being applied, the system will apply torque
to the steering wheel and a visual signal will be
displayed in the instrument cluster display. An
audible signal may also sound.
If the vehicle continues to go beyond the lane line
without any driver intervention, the surpassed
lane line (left or right) will light up on the
instrument cluster display to urge the driver to
bring the vehicle back inside the lane limits.
Lane Crossed
TURNING LANE KEEPING ASSIST ON OR
O
FF
The system is activated/deactivated by pressing
the button at the end of the multifunction lever.
Each time the engine is started, the system
maintains the operating mode that was selected
when it was previously turned off.
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Activation/Deactivation Button
Activation Conditions
Once the activation button is pushed, the system
becomes active only if the following conditions
are met:

The car speed is higher than 37 mph (60 km/h). (The system is deactivated at speeds equal to or
higher than 110 mph (180 km/h))

The lane limit lines are visible at least on one
side
There are suitable visibility conditions
The road is straight or with wide radius bends
A suitable distance is kept from the vehicle in
front
The turn signal (to indicate leaving the lane) is
not active
LANE KEEPING ASSIST WARNING
M
ESSAGE
The Lane Keeping Assist system also advises the
driver when the car changes lanes by showing
symbols and messages on the instrument cluster
display. The message at the top of the display remains
active only until the main reconfigurable area of
the display is activated by pressing the TRIP
button located on the end of the windshield wiper
lever

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After activating the main reconfigurable area, the
Lane Keeping Assist system messages will be
shown in the instrument cluster display.
When the system is active and the lane markings
have not been detected, the display shows two
grey lane lines.
Lane Markings Not Detected
Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected
When the system is active and only, for example,
the left lane marking has been detected, the
detected lane lights up in white on the display.
The system is ready to provide visual warnings on
the display in the event of unintentional exiting of
the lane (turn signal indicator not activated) to
the left. Left Lane Marking Detected
When the system detects that the vehicle has
approached the lane marking and is about to
pass it, the left line on the display lights up in
yellow.
Left Lane Marking Approached

NOTE:
The system operates in the same way, but
mirrored, in the event of exiting the right lane
when only the right lane marking has been
detected.
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Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
When the system is active, both lane lines on the
display illuminate in white to indicate the
successful detection of both limits.
When lane markings are detected, the system is
ready to provide indications in case the driver
unintentionally leaves the lane (turn signal not
activated).
As the Lane Keeping Assist system detects the
lane markings while the vehicle is in motion, it will
adjust the display accordingly (from white to
yellow and yellow to white, and increase their
thickness).
If a lane line is crossed, the driver is alerted by an
audible signal as well as the visual indication in
the instrument cluster. The signal is emitted
through the speakers on the side of the lane
marking which is being crossed (e.g. if the vehicle
is exceeding the left line of the lane, the audible
signal will come from the speakers on the left of
the vehicle).
Hands Presence On The Steering Wheel
Detection
The system is able to detect the presence of the
driver’s hands on the steering wheel.
When the system does not detect the presence of
hands on the steering wheel for a few seconds
(up to 6 seconds), a yellow indicator light will be
displayed on the instrument cluster display. No
acoustic warning will be emitted in this case.Hand Presence On The Steering Wheel Not
Detected Display (Up To 6 Seconds)
When the system does not detect the presence of
hands on the steering wheel for a few seconds
(from 6 to 15 seconds), a red indicator light will
be displayed on the instrument cluster display. A
short acoustic signal will sound if hands are not
detected on the steering wheel for 6 to 12 sec-
onds. A continuous signal will sound if hands are
not detected on the steering wheel for 12 to
15 seconds.
Hand Presence On The Steering Wheel Not Detected Display (6 To 15 Seconds) After 15 seconds with the hands removed from
the steering wheel, the LKA system will be
deactivated and a dedicated message will be
shown on the instrument cluster display. A short
acoustic signal will sound in this case.
In any of the situations above where the hands
are removed from the steering wheel for more
than 6 seconds, it is necessary to reposition the
hands on the steering wheel.
Changing The System Sensitivity
The system's sensitivity can be set through the
radio system in the Driver Assistance menu.
Sensitivity “Early” or “Late” can be selected.
Changing The System Strength
The system’s strength can be set through the
radio system in the Driver Assistance menu.
Strength “Low” or “High” can be selected.
Limited Operation Warning
If a message appears on the display, a condition
limiting the LKA system operation may have
occurred. This could be an obstruction of the
camera view, or a fault in the system.
If an obstruction is detected, clean the area of the
windshield by the interior rearview mirror.
Although the vehicle can still be driven in normal
conditions, the system may not function properly.
When the conditions limiting the system are
corrected, it will go back to normal operation.
Should a fault persist, contact an authorized
dealer.
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Unnecessary Loads
Do not travel with an overloaded trunk. The
weight of the vehicle and its arrangement greatly
affect fuel consumption and stability.
Electric Devices
Use electrical systems only for the amount of time
needed. The rear window defroster, additional
headlights, windshield wipers and heater blower
fan require a considerable amount of energy;
increasing the current uptake increases fuel
consumption (by up to +25% when city driving).
Climate Control System
Using the climate control system will increase
consumption: use standard ventilation when the
temperature outside permits.
Devices for Aerodynamic Control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs
when the vehicle is stationary; this causes the
engine to warm up more slowly, thereby
increasing fuel consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to drive off immediately,
slowly, avoiding high speeds: by doing this the
engine will warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary Actions
Avoid revving up when starting at traffic lights or
before stopping the engine. This action is
unnecessary and causes increased fuel
consumption and pollution.Gear Selection
Use a high gear when traffic and road conditions
allow it. Using a low gear for faster acceleration
will increase fuel consumption. Improper use of a
high gear increases consumption, emissions and
engine wear.
Maximum Speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases as
speed increases. Maintain a constant speed,
avoiding unnecessary braking and acceleration,
which cost in terms of both fuel consumption and
emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently severely affects
consumption and emissions: acceleration should
be gradual and should not exceed the maximum
torque.
CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold Starting
Short trips and frequent cold starts will not allow
the engine to reach optimum operating
temperature. This results in a significant increase
in consumption levels (from +15 to +30% in city
driving) and emissions.
Traffic And Road Conditions
High fuel consumption is caused by heavy traffic,
for instance when traveling in traffic with frequent
use of low gears or in cities with many traffic
lights. Winding mountain roads and rough road
surfaces also adversely affect consumption.
Stops In Traffic
During prolonged stops (e.g. railway crossings),
turn off the engine.
TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS
TRANSPORTING ANIMALS
The intervention of the airbags may be dangerous
for an animal on the front seat. It is therefore
advised to arrange animals on the rear seat
inside dedicated cages restrained by the
vehicle’s seat belts.
Keep in mind that, in the event of a sudden
braking or an accident, an inadequately
restrained animal may be projected within the
passenger compartment, risking injury to the
animal itself and the other occupants of the
vehicle.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to leave children in
a parked vehicle when the temperature
outside is very high. The heat inside the
passenger compartment may have serious,
or even fatal, consequences.
Never travel in the trunk of the vehicle. In the
event of an accident, anyone inside the trunk
would be at greater risk of serious or even
fatal injury.
Ensure that all the occupants of the vehicle
wear their seat belts correctly and that any
children are positioned correctly on the
dedicated child restraint systems.
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