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Limit the causes of excess
consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place
the heaviest items in the bottom of the boot,
as close as possible to the rear seats.
Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and
reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack,
bicycle carrier, trailer...). Preferably, use a roof
box.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and
refit your summer tyres.
Observe the recommendations on
maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold,
referring to the label in the door aperture,
driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
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efore a long journey,
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t each change of season,
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fter a long period out of use. Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine
oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin filter...) and
obser ve the schedule of operations in the
manufacturer's service schedule.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR
system is faulty, your vehicle becomes
polluting. As soon as possible, visit a member
of the dealer network or a qualified workshop
to make your vehicle’s level of nitrogen oxides
emissions compliant to the standard.
When filling the tank, do not continue after the
3rd cut-off of the nozzle to avoid over flow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only
after around the first 1,900 miles (3,000
kilometres) that you will see the fuel
consumption settle down to a consistent
average. Do not forget the spare wheel and the tyres on
any trailer or caravan.
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Tyre under-inflation
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etection
The tyre under-inflation detection system
is an aid to driving which does not replace
the need for vigilance on the part of the
driver. This system does not avoid the need to
check the tyre pressures (including the
spare wheel) every month as well as
before a long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres worsens
road-holding, lengthens braking distances,
causes premature wear of the tyres,
particularly in adverse conditions (heavy
loads, high speeds, long journeys).
Driving with under-inflated tyres
increases fuel consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for your
vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
Tyre pressure should be checked when
the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for
1 hour or after a journey of less than
6 miles (10 km) at moderate speeds).
Other wise, add 0.3 bar to the values
indicated on the label.
For more information on Identification
markings , including the tyre pressure
label, refer to the corresponding section.
Under-inflation alert
System which automatically checks the
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system continuously monitors the
pressures of the four tyres, as soon as the
vehicle is moving.
A pressure sensor is located in the valve of
each tyre (except the spare wheel).
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the inflation pressure of one
or more tyres. This warning is indicated by
continuous illumination of the lamp,
an audible signal and, depending on
the equipment installed, a message
displayed on the screen.
In the event of a problem on one of the tyres,
the symbol or the message appears, according
to equipment, to identify it.
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educe speed immediately, avoid excessive
steering movements and sudden braking.
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top as soon as it is safe to do so.
The loss of pressure detected does not
always cause visible bulging of the tyre.
Do not rely on just a visual check.
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F If you have a compressor (such as the one in the temporary puncture repair kit) check
the pressures of the four tyres when cold.
If it is not possible to carry out this check
straight away, drive carefully at reduced
speed.
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n the event of a puncture, use the
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare
wheel (depending on equipment).
The alert is maintained until the tyre or
tyres concerned is reinflated, repaired or
replaced.
The spare wheel (space-saver type or a
steel rim) does not have a sensor.
Operating fault
The flashing and then fixed
illumination of the under-inflation
warning lamp accompanied by the
illumination of the Ser vice warning
lamp indicates a fault with the
system.
In this case, the pressure in the tyres is no
longer monitored. This alert is also displayed when one or
more wheels is not fitted with a sensor
(for example, a space-saver or steel spare
wheel).
Go to a member of the dealer network
or a qualified workshop
to have the
system checked or, following the repair
of a puncture, to have the original wheel,
equipped with a sensor, refitted.
Any tyre repair or replacement on a wheel
fitted with this system must be carried
out by the dealer network or a qualified
workshop.
If after changing a tyre, a wheel is not
detected by your vehicle (fitting snow tyres
for example), you must have the system
reinitialised in the dealer network or by a
qualified workshop.
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Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve
traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle
when braking.The snow chains must be fitted only to the
front wheels. They must never be fitted to
"space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in
your country on the use of snow chains
and the maximum authorised speed.
Installation tips
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face on the side
of the road.
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pply the parking brake and if necessary
put wheel chocks against the wheels to
prevent your vehicle from sliding.
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it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
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ove off gently and drive for a few
seconds, without exceeding around 30 mph
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km/h).
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top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to avoid
damaging your vehicle's tyres and the
road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted with
alloy wheels, check that no part of the
chain or its fixtures is in contact with the
wheel rim.
It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face. Only use the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheels fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size
215/60 R16 9 mm
215 / 5 5 R17
225/45 R18
225/40 R19
cannot be fitted with chains
For more information on snow chains, contact
the dealer network or a qualified workshop.
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F Check that the compressor switch is at the "O " position.
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ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
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onnect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.
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witch on the ignition. F

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witch on the compressor by moving the
switch to the position " I" and adjust the
pressure as shown on the vehicle tyre
pressure label. To deflate: press the black
button on the compressor hose by the valve
connector.
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nce the correct pressure is reached, put
the switch to the " O" position.
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emove the kit then stow it.Spare wheel
Procedure for replacing a damaged wheel with
the spare wheel, using the tools provided with
the vehicle.
Access to the tools
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access:
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pen the boot,
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aise the floor,
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ecure it by hooking its cord onto the hook
on the shelf support,
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ith a standard size spare wheel, unclip and
remove the box containing the tools, located
in the middle of the wheel,
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List of tools
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the hub cap and removing
the wheel bolts.
2. Jack with integral handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Wheel bolt cover removal tool.
For removing the wheel bolt head
protectors on alloy wheels.
4. Socket for the security bolts (located in
the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the
special "security" bolts. All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and can vary according to the level
of equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
The jack should only be used to change
a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original
jack, contact the dealer network or a
qualified workshop to obtain the correct
jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel
, first remove
the hub cap using the wheelbrace 1 by
pulling at the valve aperture.
When refitting the wheel , refit the trim,
starting by placing its aperture in line with
the valve and then pushing it into place all
round its edge with the palm of your hand.
With BlueHDi Diesel
If your vehicle has an electric parking brake ,
the jack is stowed in a bag placed in the boot.
or
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ith a "space-saver" spare wheel, lift the
wheel at the rear towards you for access to
the storage box containing the tools.
If your vehicle has a manual parking brake,
the jack is stowed under the spare wheel and
under the storage box:
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emove the "space-saver" type spare wheel,
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F remove the polystyrene storage box,
F p ush the jack for ward, then lift it by its rear
part.
Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
Depending on version, the spare wheel may be
a standard size steel or alloy wheel; for some
countries of sale, it is the "space saver" type.
For access to the spare wheel, first refer to
"Access to the tools" in this section. If your vehicle has an electric parking
brake, only a "space saver" type of wheel
can be stowed in the boot.
Taking out the standard wheel
F Loosen the central nut.
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R emove the fastening device (nut and bolt).
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aise the spare wheel towards you from the
r e a r.
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ake the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the standard wheel back in
place
F Put the wheel back in its housing. F
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nscrew the central nut on the bolt by a few
turns then put it in place in the centre of the
wheel.
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ighten fully until the central bolt clicks to
retain the wheel correctly.
F P ut the box back in place in the centre of
the wheel and clip it.
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Tyre under-inflation detection
The spare wheel is not fitted with a sensor.
The punctured tyre must be repaired
or replaced by a member of the dealer
network or a qualified workshop.
Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery.
Apply the parking brake unless it has been
programmed to automatic mode, switch
off the ignition and engage first gear
(position P for the automatic gearbox) to
lock the wheels.
Check that the parking brake warning
lamps in the instrument panel come on.
The occupants must get out of the vehicle
and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.List of operations
F Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3 (according to
equipment).
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it the security socket 4 on the wheelbrace
1 to slacken the security bolt.
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lacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
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