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In order to preser ve the battery in the
electronic key and the vehicle's battery,
the "hands-free" functions are put into
long-term standby after 21 days without
use. To restore these functions, press
one of the remote control buttons or start
the engine with the electronic key in the
reader.
For more information on starting with
Keyless Entr y and Star ting, refer to the
corresponding section.
Locking the vehicle
Normal locking
F With the electronic key on your person and in the recognition zone A , press with a
finger or thumb on one of the door handles
(at the markings). Ensure that nothing could prevent the
correct operation of the windows.
Be particularly aware of children when
operating the windows.
Maintaining pressure allows the windows to be
raised to the desired position.
The direction indicators come on for a few
seconds.
Depending on your version, the door
mirrors fold, the alarm is activated.
Deadlocking
Deadlocking renders the interior door
controls inoperative.
It also deactivates the central locking
button.
Therefore, never leave anyone inside the
vehicle when it is deadlocked. F

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ith the electronic key in the recognition
zone A , press with a finger or thumb on one
of the front door handles (at the markings)
to lock the vehicle.
F
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ithin five seconds, press the door handle
again to deadlock the vehicle.
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F Open the front armrest.
F R aise the mat by its tongue and remove it.
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lace the electronic key in the back-up
reader.
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witch on the ignition by
pressing the " START/STOP "
button.
Remember to refit the mat at the bottom of
the armrest after removing the reinitialised
electronic key.
If the problem persists, contact the dealer
network or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible. Lost keys, remote control, electronic
key
Go to a member of the dealer network,
taking with you the vehicle's registration
certificate, your personal identification
documents and if possible, the label
bearing the key code.
The dealer will be able to retrieve the key
code and the transponder code required to
order a new key.
The electronic key is now fully operational
again. F

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lace the back-up key (integral with the
remote control) in the lock to unlock your
vehicle. As a safety precaution (with children on
board), remove the key from the ignition or
take the electronic key when you leave the
vehicle, even for a short time.
Remote control
The high frequency remote control is a
sensitive system; do not operate it while
it is in your pocket as there is a possibility
that it may unlock the vehicle, without you
being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of
your remote control out of range and out of
sight of your vehicle. You may stop it from
working and the remote control would have
to be reinitialised.
The remote control does not operate when
the key is in the ignition, even when the
ignition is switched off.
Locking the vehicle
Driving with the doors locked may make
access to the passenger compartment by
the emergency ser vices more difficult in an
emergency. Electrical interference
The Keyless Entry and Starting electronic
key may not operate if close to certain
electronic devices: telephone, laptop
computer, strong magnetic fields, etc.
Anti-theft protection
Do not make any modifications to the
electronic engine immobiliser system;
this


could cause malfunctions.
For vehicles with an ignition switch, do
not forget to remove the key and turn the
steering to engage the steering lock.
When purchasing a second-hand vehicle
Have the key codes memorised by the dealer
network, to ensure that the keys in your
possession are the only ones which can start
the vehicle.
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From inside
With the selective unlocking activated:
- o pening the driver's door unlocks the
driver's door only (if the vehicle has not
already been completely unlocked),
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pening one of the passenger doors
unlocks the rest of the vehicle.
The interior door controls do
not operate when the vehicle is
deadlocked.
Closing
F Pull the interior control lever of a door; this unlocks the vehicle completely. -

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ith the engine running or the
vehicle moving (speed below
6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an
alert message displayed for a few
seconds.
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ith the vehicle moving (speed
above 6 mph (10 km/h)), in addition
to the warning lamp and alert
message, an audible signal sounds
for a few seconds.
When a door is not closed correctly:
Boot
Opening
The vehicle or the boot only is unlocked,
depending on the setting.
Complete unlocking
F After unlocking the vehicle or the boot with
the Keyless Entry and Starting system
electronic key on your person in the
recognition zone A , press the boot opening
control then raise the tailgate. In case of malfunction or difficulties in
opening or closing, have it checked by the
dealer network or a qualified workshop to
ensure that this inconvenience does not
get worse, making it drop and causing a
serious injury.
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When unlocking of the boot only is activated:
F W ith the electronic key on your person and
in the recognition zone A , press the boot
unlocking control to unlock just the boot,
then raise the tailgate.
Unlocking is signalled by rapid flashing of the
direction indicators for a few seconds.
Closing
F Lower the tailgate using one of the interior grab handles.
If the tailgate is not fully closed:
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ith the engine running or the
vehicle moving (speed below
6
mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an alert
message for a few seconds.
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ith the vehicle moving (speed
above 6 mph (10 km/h), in addition
to the warning lamp and alert
message, there is an audible signal
for a few seconds.
Back-up control
System allowing the mechanical unlocking
of the boot in the event of a battery or central
locking system malfunction.
Unlocking
F Fold the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.
Locking after closing
If the fault persists after closing again, the boot
will remain locked. F
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nsert a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock to unlock the tailgate.
F
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ove the latch to the left.
Electric windows
Fitted with a safety anti-pinch system.
1.
Driver.
2. Pa s se n g e r.
Manual operation
F Press or pull the control, without
passing the point of resistance.
The window stops as soon as the control is
released.
Selective unlocking
The complete or selective boot
unlocking parameter is set via the
vehicle configuration menu.
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Massage function
Electric lumbar adjustment
F Press the front or rear of the control to obtain the desired lumbar support.
This function provides a back massage; it only
operates when the engine is running. The warning lamp on the switch comes on and
the massage function is activated for a period
of 60 minutes. During this time, massage is
per formed in 6 cycles of 10 minutes (6 minutes
of massage followed by 4 minutes of break).
After an hour, the function is automatically
deactivated. The warning lamp in the switch
goes off.
F
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ress the switch to activate the function.
Deactivation
You can deactivate the massage function at
any time by pressing the switch. The movement
in progress continues until the initial non-
massage position is reached.
Storing driving positions
System which stores the electrical settings of
the driver's seat and the door mirror settings.
It enables you to store and recall two positions
using the buttons on the side of the driver's
seat.
Storing a position
Using buttons M/1/2
F Switch on the ignition.
F A djust your seat and the door mirrors.
Storing a new position over writes the
previous position.
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ress button M , then press button 1 or 2
within four seconds.
An audible signal indicates that the position has
been stored.
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Recalling a stored position
Ignition on or engine running
F Press button 1 or 2 to recall the corresponding position. An audible signal
indicates the completion of the adjustment.
You can interrupt the current movement by
pressing button M , 1 or 2 or by using one
of the seat controls.
A stored position cannot be recalled while
driving.
Recalling stored positions is deactivated
45 seconds after switching off the ignition.
Heated seats control
F Use the adjustment dial, placed on the side of each front seat, to switch on and select
the level of heating required:
0 Of f.
1 Low.
2 Medium.
3 High.
With the engine running, the front seats can be
heated separately. Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the intensity of the heating as
soon as possible.
When the seat and passenger
compartment have reached an adequate
temperature, you can stop the function;
reducing the consumption of electrical
current reduces fuel consumption.Prolonged use at the highest setting is
not recommended for those with sensitive
skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness,
taking medication, etc.).
There is a risk of overheating the system if
material with insulating properties is used,
such as cushions or seat covers.
Do not use the system:
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f wearing damp clothing,
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f child seats are fitted.
To avoid breaking the heating element in
the seat:
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o not place heavy objects on the seat,
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o not kneel or stand on the seat,
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o not place sharp objects on the seat,
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o not spill liquids onto the seat.
To avoid the risk of short-circuit:
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o not use liquid products for cleaning
the seat,
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ever use the heating function when
the seat is damp.
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Folding
F From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
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rom inside: with the ignition on, pull the
control A in the central position rearwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A ,
they will not unfold when the vehicle is
unlocked. Pull again on control A .
Unfolding
F From outside: unlock the vehicle using the
remote control or the key.
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rom inside: with the ignition on, pull the
control A in the central position rearwards.
The folding and unfolding of the door
mirrors using the remote control can be
deactivated in the dealer network or a
qualified workshop.
If necessary, the mirrors can be folded
manually.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
System which provides a view of the ground
during parking manoeuvres in reverse gear.
Memorisation
F With the engine running, engage reverse g e a r.
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elect and adjust the left-hand and right-
hand mirrors in succession.
The adjustment is stored immediately.
Operation
F With the engine running, engage reverse g e a r.
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ove control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
The glass of the selected mirror tilts
downwards, in accordance with its
memorisation.
Switching off
F Exit reverse gear and wait ten seconds.
or
F
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eturn control A to the central position.
The mirror glass returns to its initial position.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps from other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
F Adjust the mirror so that the glass is directed correctly in the "day" position.
It also returns to its initial position:
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f the speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h),
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f the engine is stopped.
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Manual air conditioning
The air conditioning system operates only with
the engine running.
Day/night position
F Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-dazzle position.
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ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
Automatic "electrochrome" model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between the day and night uses by
means of a sensor, which measures the light
from the rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged. 1.
Temperature adjustment.
2. Air flow adjustment.
3. Air distribution adjustment.
4. Air intake/Air recirculation.
5. Air conditioning On/Off.
Adjusting the temperature
F Turn the dial to select a
position between blue (cold)
and red (hot) so as to adjust
the temperature to your
requirements.
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