Renault Kangoo E-Tech (2023 year). Manual in english

CAMERA REAR VIEW (1/4)

When the ignition is switched on, the 2

De-icing the rear camera

This function is an additional

screen on the roof centre console dis-

In cold weather, this function enables

aid. It cannot, therefore,

plays the view behind the vehicle that is

rapid electrical de-icing of the camera.

under any circumstances

transmitted by the camera 1.

replace the vigilance or the

De-icing is carried out simultaneously

Note: the screen 2 can be positioned

responsibility of the driver.

with electrical rear view mirror de-icing

left to right or top to bottom.

➥ 3.5 ➥ 3.9.

The driver should always be ready

for sudden incidents while driv-

Make sure that the 1 camera is not ob-

ing: always ensure that there are

scured (by dirt, mud, snow, condensa-

no small, narrow moving obstacles

tion etc.).

(such as a child, animal, pushchair,

bicycle, stone, post, etc.) in the blind

spot when manoeuvring.

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CAMERA REAR VIEW (2/4)

Operation

Switching off the function

Special features related to

The camera’s field of vision does not

The display switches of:

the reverse gear

cover the entire area behind the vehi-

- at least two minutes after the ignition

When the reverse gear is engaged, the

cle, particularly the blind spot area A.

is switched off;

camera located on the rear-end door

- immediately after locking the vehicle.

displays the area to the rear of the ve-

hicle. ➥ 2.131.

Vehicles fitted with a multimedia

screen 3

When the vehicle is reversing, consider

the images transmitted by the rear view

camera (multimedia screen) in addition

to the information available through the

Objects which appear on the edge of screen 2 may be deformed.

rear view mirror as there remains a rear

In very bright light (snow, vehicle in sunshine, etc.), the camera view may be par-

view blind spot A ➥ 2.131.

tially disturbed.

In low brightness or poor weather, the image on the screen may be distorted.

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CAMERA REAR VIEW (3/4)

Selecting the settings:

a) adjusting the brightness;

b) adjusting the vertical viewing angle;

c) adjusting the horizontal viewing

angle;

d) activating/deactivating automatic ad-

justment of the vertical angle accord-

ing to the vehicle speed;

e) depending on the vehicle, activating/

deactivating the reversing camera

display;

f) reset, to reset the default settings.

Exit the settings menu:

Adjusting the display and the

- automatically after approximately

camera

five seconds and without pressing

Each time the vehicle is started,

any buttons;

the function returns to the settings

Press the 4 button once to access the

saved at the last engine stop.

settings menu.

Repeatedly press the 4 button to scroll

- by pressing the 5 “-” or 6 “+” buttons

through the setting options until you

on the “X” tab.

reach the desired setting option.

Note: the vertical angle will not be auto-

For safety reasons, carry

Use the 5 “-” and 6 “+” buttons to adjust

matically adjusted according to the ve-

out any adjustments

or activate/deactivate the desired set-

hicle speed if the vertical viewing angle

while the vehicle is sta-

ting.

has been set to the maximum.

tionary.

Adjust the field of vision for the

system and the door mirrors before

driving the vehicle (especially after

changing the vehicle load).

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CAMERA REAR VIEW (4/4)

Special feature

Operating faults

If the warning light C continues to

appear on a black background, please

When the vehicle is reversing, on vehi-

If the system detects an operating fault,

consult an approved dealer.

cles not equipped with the multimedia

the warning light C appears on a black

system, when the rear door is opened

background on the screen 2 or, de-

or incorrectly closed the warning light B

pending on the vehicle, on the display 7

appears on the display 7.

for the reversing camera. This may be

caused by a fault affecting the camera

or screen (clearness, fixed image, de-

layed communication etc.).

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (1/6)

Depending on the vehicle, the dipped

beam headlights will appear automati-

cally after several sweeps of the wind-

screen wiper blades.

Side lights

Dipped beam

headlights

Turn ring 2 until the symbol is

Manual operation

opposite mark 3.

This indicator light on the instrument

Turn ring 2 until the symbol is opposite

panel comes on.

mark 3. This indicator light on the in-

strument panel comes on.

Before driving at night,

check that the electrical

Daytime running lights

Automatic operation

equipment is operating cor-

function

(depending on the vehicle)

rectly and adjust the head-

The daytime running lights come on

Turn the ring 2 until the AUTO symbol

light beams (if your vehicle is not

automatically with no action on stalk 1

is opposite the mark 3: with the engine

carrying its normal load).➥ 1.159. As

when the engine is started, and they go

running, the dipped beam headlights

a general precaution, check that

off once the engine is switched off.

switch on or off automatically depend-

the lights are not obscured (by dirt,

ing on the brightness of the light out-

mud, snow or objects being trans-

side, without any action on the stalk 1

ported).

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (2/6)

During deactivation of the main beam

The main beam headlights come on au-

headlights, the dipped beam headlights

tomatically if:

return to their original position.

- exterior light is weak;

- no other vehicles or lighting are de-

tected;

Automatic main beam



- the vehicle speed is above approxi-

headlights

mately 25 mph (40 km/h).

Depending on the vehicle, this system

If any of the above conditions are not

switches the main beam headlights on

fulfilled, the system switches to dipped

and off automatically. It uses a camera

beam headlights.

located behind the interior rear-view

Note: make sure the windscreen is not

mirror to detect vehicles that are being

obscured (dirt, mud, snow, condensa-

followed and those coming in the oppo-

tion etc.).

site direction.

To activate automatic main beam

headlights:

Main beam headlights

- turn the ring 2 until the AUTO symbol

With the engine running and

is opposite the mark 3;

the dipped beam headlights lit, push

- push the stalk 1.

stalk 1. This indicator light on the instru-

ment panel comes on.

Warning light 

comes on the in-

The system may encounter difficul-

To return to the dipped headlight posi-

strument panel.

ties under certain conditions, inclu-

tion, pull stalk 1 towards you again.

ding:

- extreme weather conditions (rain,

“Raise lights during driving”

snow, fog, etc.);

function

- obstruction in front of the wind-

(depending on the vehicle)

screen or camera;

When the main beam headlights are

- when a following or oncoming ve-

activated, the “Raise lights during driv-

hicle has weak or hidden lighting;

ing” function improves driver visibil-

- incorrect settings for the front

ity by automatically raising the dipped

headlights;

beam headlight and the main beam

- reflective systems;

headlights.

- ...

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (3/6)

Operating faults

When the message “Check Automatic

Lighting” appears on the instrument

panel, the system is deactivated.

Consult an approved dealer.

Using the portable naviga-

tion system at night in the

windscreen area below the

Automatic main beam

camera may disturb the op-



headlights (continued)

eration of the “automatic main beam

headlights” system (risk of reflection

To deactivate automatic main beam

on the windscreen).

headlights:

- turn ring 2 to a position other than

AUTO;

- pull the stalk 1.

The “automatic main beam

headlights” system should

Warning light 

goes out on the in-

under no circumstances be

strument panel.

used to replace driver atten-

Note: the main beam headlights will be

tion and responsibility with regard

activated upon deactivation of the au-

to vehicle lighting and adapting to

tomatic main beam headlights function.

light, visibility and traffic conditions.

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (4/6)

Welcome and goodbye

Lights-on reminder buzzer

function

If the lights are on after the engine is

(depending on the vehicle)

switched off, a warning beep sounds

Once the function is activated, the day-

when the driver’s door is opened to

time running lights and the rear side

warn you that the lights are still on.

lights will light up automatically upon

detection of the card or when the vehi-

Operating faults

cle is unlocked.

When the message “WARNING: Check

They switch off automatically:

Lighting” with warning light

– approximately one minute after light-

ing up;

is displayed and warning light k

flashes on the instrument panel, this in-

- when starting the engine based on

dicates that there is a lighting fault.

the position of the lighting stalk;

Consult an authorised dealer.

Switching off the lights

- upon locking the vehicle.

The lights will go out automatically

when the engine is switched off, the

Activating/deactivating the function

driver’s door is opened or the vehicle

For activation or deactivation of the ex-

is locked. In this case, the next time

ternal reception, refer to the multimedia

the engine is started the lights will be

manual.

switched back on according to the posi-

tion of the ring 2.

Select “ON” or “OFF”.

Note: if the fog lights are lit, the lights

are not switched off automatically.

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (5/6)

With the engine lights switched off,

the 2 ring in AUTO, pull the lever 1 to-

wards you: the side lights and dipped

beam headlights will switch on for ap-

proximately 30 seconds along with the

and k

warning lights on the

instrument panel.

To increase this duration, you may pull

the stalk up to four times (total time re-

stricted to approximately two minutes).

The message “Follow-me Home for

_ _ _” along with the time the lights will

be on for is displayed on the instrument

panel to confirm this action. You can

then lock your vehicle.

“See-me-home lighting”

To switch off the lights before they go

function

out automatically, turn ring 2 to any po-

sition, then return it to position AUTO.

This function enables you to briefly

switch on the side lights and dipped

beam headlights (e.g. to provide light

when opening a gate).

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (6/6)

Rear fog lights

Cornering lights



(depending on vehicle)

Turn centre ring 4 on the stalk

until the symbol faces mark 3, then re-

When driving in forward gear, with

lease it.

the vehicle speed below approxi-

mately 25 mph (40 km/h), whenever

Operation of the fog lights depends on

the dipped beam headlights are on:

the exterior lighting selected, and an in-

under certain conditions (the steering

dicator light will light up on the instru-

wheel at an angle, the indicator lights

ment panel.

on etc.), when turning a corner one of

Do not forget to switch off the fog lights

the front fog lights will switch on to light

when they are no longer needed, to

the inside of the bend.

avoid inconveniencing other road

When reverse gear is engaged and

users.

the dipped beam headlights are on the

two front fog lights illuminate automati-

Switching off the lights

cally.

Front fog lights

Turn the centre ring 4again until the 3

Note: when shifting from reverse gear

(depending on the vehicle)

symbol is opposite the symbol for the

into forward gear (for example during a

Turn

centre ring

4 on the

fog lights. The corresponding indicator

parking manoeuvre), the two fog lights

stalk 1 until the symbol faces mark 3,

light on the instrument panel goes out.

are activated until the vehicle exceeds

then release it.

approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

The rear fog lights switch off when the

Operation of the fog lights depends on

exterior lights are switched off.

the exterior lighting position selected,

and an indicator light will light up on the

instrument panel.

When driving in fog or snow, or when transporting objects which are higher than the roof, the headlights do not come on au-

tomatically.

Switching on the fog lights remains the responsibility of the driver: the indicator lights on the instrument panel inform you

whether the fog lights are lit (indicator light on) or not (indicator light not on).

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HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT (1/2)

Examples of positions for adjusting

control A according to the load

Van version

Estate versions

Standard

Long

Standard

chassis

Driver alone or with front

passenger

All seats occupied

Switch A is used to adjust the height of

the headlight beams according to the

Driver with passengers and

load.

luggage (or load) reaching

With the dipped beam headlights lit,

the maximum permissible

press or lift switch A as many times as

all-up weight

is necessary to select the required po-

sition on the instrument panel.

Driver without passengers

Note: depending on the vehicle, when

and luggage (or load)

the engine is started, the position se-

reaching the maximum

lected is displayed on the instrument

permissible all-up weight

panel for approximately 30 seconds

and for 5 seconds each time switch A

is pressed.

The table below gives some examples. In all cases, adjust control A according to

the vehicle load so that the road can be seen and other drivers are not dazzled.

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HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT (2/2)

When driving on the left in a left-

hand drive vehicle (or vice versa),

you must adjust your lights tempo-

rarily during your stay.

Temporary adjustment

Open the bonnet and identify the mark-

ing B next to one of the front headlight

projectors.

Operating principle

Using a screwdriver or similar, turn the

bolt 1 a half turn towards the - symbol to

lower the beams.

Return to the original position once

your trip is over: turn the bolt 1 by a half

turn towards the + symbol to raise the

beams.

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WINDSCREEN WASH, WIPE (1/4)

When activating automatic wiping or

when increasing sensitivity, one sweep

of the blades is performed.

Note:

- the rain sensor is only intended as a

driving aid. In the event of reduced

visibility, the driver should manually

activate the wipers. In foggy weather

or during snowfalls, wiping is not au-

tomatically triggered and remains

under the driver’s control;

- in the event of temperatures below

zero, automatic wiping is not acti-

vated when the vehicle is started. It

is automatically activated as soon as

Your vehicle is fitted with

automatic wiper function

the vehicle exceeds a certain speed

When this position is selected, the

a front windscreen wiper

(approximately 5 mph (8 km/h));

system detects water on the wind-

equipped with a rain sensor

screen and triggers the wipers at a

- do not activate automatic wiping in

The rain sensor is located on the winds-

suitable wiping speed. It is possi-

dry weather;

creen, in front of the interior rear-view

ble to change the triggering thresh-

- fully de-ice the windscreen before

mirror.

old and the time sweeps by turn-

activating automatic wiping;

ing ring 2:

A single sweep

F: minimum sensitivity;

- when washing the vehicle under a

A short push will trigger one sweep

–

G: maximum sensitivity.

roller type car wash, return the ring 1

of the wipers.

The higher the sensitivity, the quicker

to the B position to deactivate auto-

B stop

the wipers will react and the faster

matic wiping.

the wipe.

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WINDSCREEN WASH, WIPE (2/4)

Operating faults

Special note

In the event of a malfunction of the au-

When driving the vehicle, the wiping

tomatic wiping, the wiper is set to inter-

speed slows down whenever the vehi-

mittent wiping. Contact an authorised

cle stops. For example, fast wiping

dealer.

speed will slow to normal wiping speed.

As soon as the vehicle moves off,

The operation of the rain sensor can be

wiping will return to the speed originally

disturbed in the event of:

selected.

- damaged wiper blades; a screen

If stalk 1 is operated, it overrides and

of water or traces left by a blade in

cancels the automatic function.

the sensor’s detection zone may

increase the response time of the

Precautions

automatic wiper, or increase the

wiping frequency;

- In the event of ice, check whether the

- a windscreen with any chip or

blades are stuck to the windscreen

crack level with the sensor, or a

before operating the wiping mecha-

windscreen covered in dust, dirt,

nism. If you activate the wipers while

slow continuous wiping

insects, ice, the use of washing

the blades are stuck down with ice,

wax and water-repellent chemi-

fast continuous wiping

you may risk damaging both the

cals; the automatic wiping will be

blade and the wiper motor.

less sensitive, or even unrespon-

- Do not activate the wipers on a dry

sive.

screen. This will lead to premature

wear or damage to the blades.

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WINDSCREEN WASH, WIPE (3/4)

Specific front wiper position

(service position)

This position enables the blades to be

lifted to remove them from the winds-

creen.

This can be useful:

- to clean the blades;

- to release the blades from the winds-

creen in winter;

- replace the blades ➥ 5.37.

With the ignition on and the engine off,

lift the stalk 1 twice to position A (single

sweep). The blades stop slightly away

from the bonnet.

To return the blades to the lowered po-

sition, with the ignition on, ensure that

the wipers have folded down onto the

windscreen, then move the stalk 1 to

position A (single sweep).

Before switching on the ignition,

In the event of obstacles on the

place the wipers on the windscreen.

windscreen (dirt, snow, ice etc.),

Otherwise, there may a risk of damage

clean the windscreen (including the

to the bonnet or the wipers when they

central area located behind the inte-

are switched on.

rior rear view mirror) before starting

Before any action involving

the wipers (risk of motor overheat-

the windscreen

(washing

ing).

the vehicle,

de-icing,

If an object is preventing a blade

cleaning the windscreen,

from moving, it may stop functio-

etc.) return stalk

1 to position B

ning. Remove the obstacle and

(stop).

reactivate the wiper using the wiper

Risk of injury and/or damage.

stalk.

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WINDSCREEN WASH, WIPE (4/4)

Note: in temperatures below zero, the

washer liquid may freeze on the wind-

screen, reducing visibility. Heat the

windscreen using the demister control

before cleaning.

Efficiency of a wiper blade

Check the condition of the wiper

blades. How long they last depends

on you:

- it must remain clean: clean the

blade and the screen regularly

with soapy water;

- do not use it when the screen is

dry;

Windscreen washer

- free it from the screen when it has

With the ignition on, pull stalk 1 then

not been used for a long time.

release.

In all cases, replace it as soon as

A longer pull will trigger, in addition to

it begins to lose efficiency: approxi-

the windscreen washer, two sweeps

mately once a year. ➥ 5.37.

of the wipers followed, a few seconds

later, by a third.

Precaution for using the

On vehicles fitted with a multimedia

wipers

screen, you can choose to activate or

disable the third sweep of the blades.

- In freezing or snowy weather

➥ 1.138

conditions, clear the screen

When working in the engine

before starting the wipers (risk of

compartment, ensure that

motor overheating);

the windscreen wiper stalk

- ensure that no objects are ob-

is in position B (stop).

structing the travel of the blade.

Risk of injury.

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REAR SCREEN WASHER, WIPER (1/2)

To stop the operation, pivot ring 3 again.

Note:

When washing using a roller type car

wash, return the ring 3 on the stalk 1

to the stop position to deactivate auto-

matic wiping.

Follow usage recommendations.

Efficiency of a wiper blade

Check the condition of the wiper

blades. How long they last depends

on you:

- it must remain clean: clean the

blade and the screen regularly

with soapy water;

- do not use it when the screen is

dry;

Rear screen wiper

- free it from the screen when it has

With the ignition on, rotate the

not been used for a long time.

ring 3 on the lever 1 until the symbol is

In all cases, replace it as soon as

opposite the reference point 2:

it begins to lose efficiency: approxi-

- stop;

mately once a year. ➥ 5.37.

Do not use the wiper arm to open or

- intermittent wiping;

close the tailgate.

The wipers will pause for several

Precaution for using the

seconds between sweeps. Wiping

wipers

frequency varies with vehicle

speed;

Before any action involving

- In freezing or snowy weather

conditions, clear the screen

the rear screen (washing

– slow continuous wiping.

before starting the wipers (risk of

the vehicle, de-icing, clean-

motor overheating);

ing, etc.) return stalk 1 to

- ensure that no objects are ob-

the stop position.

structing the travel of the blade.

Risk of injury and/or damage.

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REAR SCREEN WASHER, WIPER (2/2)

Activation/deactivation of the rear

In the event of obstacles present on the

screen wiper

rear window (dirt, snow, etc.), the wiper

will try to sweep away all the obstacles.

Engaging reverse gear triggers inter-

If an obstacle prevents the blade from

mittent wiping (if the front wipers are in

moving, it can be stopped. Remove the

operation). If your vehicle is equipped

obstacle, wait for around 30 seconds

with a vehicle settings customisation

and reactivate the wiper using the wiper

menu, you can opt to activate or deacti-

stalk.

vate this function. ➥ 1.138.

Precautions

- In the event of ice, check that the

blades are not stuck to the wind-

screen before operating the wipers.

If you activate the wiper while the

blade is blocked by ice, you risk dam-

aging both the blade and the wiping

motor.

Rear screen wash/wipe

- Do not operate the wipers on a dry

With the ignition on, push and

screen. This will lead to the prema-

hold stalk 1, then release.

ture wear or damage to the blades.

Holding the stalk for longer will trigger

(in addition to the windscreen washer)

two sweeps of the wipers followed,

a few seconds later, by a third (drip

wiping function).

When the stalk is released, it returns to

the rear wipe position.

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Section 2: Driving

Starting, stopping the engine

2.2

Gear control

2.6

Gear lever, Handbrake

2.11

Electronic parking brake

2.12

Eco-driving

2.16

Vehicle range: advice

2.22

Environment

2.24

Tyre pressure monitoring system

2.25

Driver correction devices and aids

2.30

Lane departure warning

2.36

Lane Keeping Assist

2.41

Blind spot warning

2.47

Safe distance alert

2.57

Advanced Safety

2.61

Fatigue detection warning

2.78

Detection of road signs

2.80

Speed limiter

2.84

Cruise control

2.88

Stop and Go adaptive cruise control. .

2.93

Highway and Traffic Jam Companion.

2.107

Parking distance control

2.123

Reversing camera

2.131

Assisted parking

2.135

Overspeed function

2.140

Emergency call

2.141

“Vehicle data confidentiality” mode. .

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STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key

Starting the engine

Driver’s responsibility

- Press the brake pedal;

when parking or stopping

- position the gear lever to the posi-

the vehicle

tion P only ;

Never leave an animal,

- turn the key to the “START” position

child or adult who is not self-suffi-

3 then release it.

cient alone in your vehicle, even for

The “READY” message appears on

a short time.

the instrument panel, accompanied by

They may pose a risk to themselves

a beep. As soon as the “READY” mes-

or to others by starting the engine,

sage stops flashing and the beep stops,

activating equipment such as the

the vehicle is ready to drive.

electric windows or locking the

doors, for example.

Also, in hot and/or sunny weather,

please remember that the tempera-

“Stop/steering lock applied”

ture inside the passenger compart-

position “LOCK” 0.

ment increases very quickly.

To lock: remove the key and turn the

RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS

steering wheel until the steering column

INJURY.

locks.

To unlock: turn the key and the steering

wheel slightly.

“On” position “ON” 2

Never switch off the igni-

The ignition is switched on: Any acces-

tion before the vehicle has

sories (radio etc.) can be used.

stopped completely. Once

the engine has stopped, the

“Start” position “START” 3

brake servo, power-assisted steer-

ing etc., and the passive safety de-

vices such as the airbags and pre-

The vehicle can only be started if

tensioners will no longer operate.

the charging cord is unplugged from

the vehicle.

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STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with card (1/3)

The card must be in detection zone 1

Special features

or, depending on the vehicle, in detec-

- If one of the starting conditions is not

tion zone 2.

applied, the message “Press Brake

To start:

+ START” is displayed on the instru-

ment panel;

- depress the brake pedal;

- in some cases, it will be necessary

- press button 3. The “READY” mes-

to move the steering wheel whilst

sage appears on the instrument

pressing the start button 3 to help

panel, accompanied by a beep.

unlock the steering column; the

The message disappears when the ve-

message “Turn Steering Wheel +

hicle speed is above approximately 3.1

START” will warn you of this;

mph (5 km/h).

The vehicle can only be started if

the charging cord is unplugged from

the vehicle.

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STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with card (2/3)

“Hands-free” starting with

Operating faults

The message “Place card on zone +

START” appears on the instrument

the tailgate open

In certain cases, the hands-free card

panel.

In this case, the card should not be lo-

may not work:

Press the brake pedal, then place the

cated in the luggage compartment, to

- the card battery is flat, the secondary

card 5 (button side) on the placement

prevent the risk of loss.

12 V battery is discharged, etc.;

area marked by the 4 symbol. Press

- near to appliances operating on the

the 3 button to start the vehicle. The

Accessories function

same frequency as the card (moni-

message goes out.

(switching on the ignition)

tor, mobile phone, video game, etc.);

Once you have gained access to your

- vehicle located in a high electromag-

vehicle, you may use some of its func-

netic radiation zone.

tions (radio, navigation, wipers, etc.).

To use the other functions, with the

card in the passenger compartment,

press the 3 button without pressing the

pedals.

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STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with card (3/3)

If the card is no longer in the passen-

When you leave your vehi-

ger compartment or if the card’s bat-

cle, especially if you have

tery is flat, when the vehicle is station-

your card with you, check

ary and you try to switch the engine off,

that the engine is com-

the message “Keycard absent : press/

pletely switched off.

hold START” appears on the instrument

panel: press button 3 for longer than

three seconds. If the card is no longer

in the passenger compartment, make

Driver’s responsibility

sure you can retrieve it before press-

when parking or stopping

ing and holding the button. Without the

the vehicle

card, you will not be able to restart the

Never leave an animal,

vehicle.

child or adult who is not self-suffi-

With the engine switched off, any ac-

cient alone in your vehicle, even for

cessories being used (radio, etc.) will

a short time.

continue to function for approximately

Conditions for stopping the

They may pose a risk to themselves

10 minutes.

or to others by starting the engine,

engine

When the driver’s door is opened, the

activating equipment such as the

The vehicle must be at a standstill.

accessories stop working.

electric windows or locking the

doors, for example.

With the card in the vehicle, press the

button 3: the engine is stopped, the

Also, in hot and/or sunny weather,

“READY” message disappears from

please remember that the tempera-

the instrument panel and the parking

ture inside the passenger compart-

brake is applied. The steering column

ment increases very quickly.

is locked when a door is opened or the

Never switch off the igni-

RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS

vehicle is locked.

tion before the vehicle has

INJURY.

stopped completely. Once

the engine has stopped, the

brake servo, power-assisted steer-

ing etc., and the passive safety de-

vices such as the airbags and pre-

tensioners will no longer operate.

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GEAR CONTROL (2/5)

Note:

- the selector lever 1 may exit posi-

tion P, R, N, D, B if the key is in the

“ON” position ➥ 2.2 or, for vehicles

fitted with a

“hands-free” card, in

“Accessories function” mode ➥ 2.3;

- the selector lever 1 cannot switch

from position P to another position

if the key is in the “LOCK” position

➥ 2.2 and if the key is removed or,

on vehicles equipped with a “hands-

free” card, if the ignition is switched

off ➥ 2.3.

Operation

With the gear lever 1 in P position, start

the engine and the “READY” message

is displayed on the instrument panel.

To exit P position, you must press the

brake pedal (the c warning light is

displayed).

With your foot on the brake pedal

(warning light c on the display goes

out), move the lever out of position P.

Only move the gear lever 1 to posi-

tion D or R when the vehicle is sta-

tionary, with your foot on the brake

and the accelerator pedal released.

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GEAR CONTROL (3/5)

Driving in mode D

Driving in mode B

Put the lever in position D. In most traf-

By releasing the accelerator, the vehi-

fic conditions, you will not have to touch

cle uses regenerative braking to slow

the gear lever.

down the vehicle. Thus the electric

motor generates an electrical current

which enables the traction battery to

To select reverse gear

be recharged. You can use this mode

With the vehicle stationary and the

to manually set the regenerative level

engine running, depress the brake

higher (B3) or lower (B1).

pedal and move the lever to position R.

Note: with position D, B or R engaged,

The reversing lights will switch on as

when the vehicle is stationary, it sets off

soon as reverse gear is engaged (if

at a low speed as soon as you release

the ignition is on) and also the revers-

the brake pedal (without pressing the

ing camera (depending on the vehicle)

accelerator pedal).

➥ 2.131.

Moving from position D to B

The instrument panel display indicates

Move the lever to position D, move the

the position B engaged along with the

lever to the right to position B.

regenerative braking level.

Position D corresponds to the regener-

In position B, regenerative braking may

ative level B2.

be reduced if the battery is cold and

B2 is the default level.

fully charged.

To select level B1, push forwards. To

Moving from position B to D

select level B3, push backwards.

With the lever in position B, move the

lever to the left to position D.

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GEAR CONTROL (4/5)

Parking the vehicle

In the event of an impact to

When the vehicle is stationary, move

the underside of the vehicle

the lever to position P while keeping

(e.g.: striking a post, raised

your foot on the brake pedal: the re-

kerb or other street furni-

ducer and drive wheels will be mechan-

ture), this may result in damage to

ically locked.

the vehicle (e.g.: twisted axle), the

electrical circuit or the traction bat-

Note: with position B engaged (B1, B2

tery.

or B3), you must shift the lever to posi-

tion D before engaging position P.

Do not touch the circuit elements or

any fluids or liquids.

Ensure that the electronic parking

brake is engaged.

To prevent any risk of accident,

have your vehicle checked by an

Special case

authorised dealer.

If parking on a slope, it is advisable to

Risk of serious injury or electric

apply the parking brake before releas-

shock and risk to life.

ing the parking brake and engaging po-

sition P.

The N position of the lever

does not mechanically lock

the drive wheels, make

sure it is immobilised before

leaving the vehicle.

P position must only be engaged

when the vehicle is stationary.

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GEAR CONTROL (5/5)

Operating faults

- When driving, if the “WARNING:

Check Gearbox” message appears

on the instrument panel, it indicates

a fault.

Contact your approved Dealer as

soon as possible;

- When driving, if the message

“WARNING: Gearbox Overheating”

appears on the instrument panel,

stop as soon as possible to allow the

gear control to cool down and wait

for the message to disappear.

Vehicle repairs

➥ 5.39

When setting off, if the lever is stuck in

P when you press the brake pedal (e.g.

battery fault), it is possible to manually

release the lever to unblock the drive

wheels. To do this, unclip the base of

the gaiter and press the 4 button while

simultaneously pressing the 3 button

on the lever to unlock the lever and shift

to position N.

Contact an authorised dealer as soon

as possible.

For safety reasons, do not

switch off the ignition before

the vehicle has come to a

complete standstill.

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GEAR LEVER, HANDBRAKE

To apply:

Pull lever 2 upwards. Check that the

vehicle is immobilised. The warning

light }

on the instrument panel will

come on.

The vehicle can only be started if

the charging cord is unplugged from

the vehicle.

In the event an impact to

the underside of the vehicle

(e.g.: striking a post, raised

kerb or other street furni-

Handbrake

ture) this may result in damage to

Make sure that the hand-

the vehicle (e.g.: twisted axle), the

To release:

brake is fully released when

electrical circuit or the traction bat-

driving (red indicator light

Pull lever 2 up slightly, press button 1

tery.

off), otherwise overheating,

and then lower the lever to the floor.

or even damage, may occur.

Do not touch the circuit elements or

any fluids or liquids.

The warning light }

on the instru-

ment panel will go out.

To prevent any risk of accident,

The red warning light on the instrument

have your vehicle checked by an

panel will come on if you are driving

authorised dealer.

with an incorrectly released handbrake.

When stationary and de-

Risk of serious injury or electric

pending on the slope and/or

shock and risk to life.

vehicle load, it may be nec-

essary to pull up the hand-

brake at least two extra notches and

move the gear lever to position P.

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ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (1/4)

In all other instances, e.g. if the engine

stalls, the electronic parking brake is

not applied automatically. Manual mode

must be used. For certain country-spe-

cific model versions, the assisted brake

application function is not activated.

Refer to the information on “Manual op-

eration”.

To confirm that the electronic parking

brake is applied, the message “Parking

Brake ON” is displayed, the

}

warning light appears on the instrument

panel and the 3 warning light appears

on the 4 switch.

After the engine is switched off, indi-

Assisted operation

cator light 3 goes out several minutes

–

when position P is engaged.

after the assisted parking brake has

Applying the electronic parking

brake

been applied and indicator light }

With the vehicle stationary, the elec-

goes out when the vehicle is locked.

tronic parking brake can be used to im-

mobilise the vehicle:

- by pressing the engine start/stop

button 1 or by turning the ignition

key to the 2 “ON 2” position);

- when the driver’s seat belt is un-

Before leaving the vehicle, check that the electronic parking brake is fully

fastened;

applied. Warning light 3 on switch 4 and warning light }

on the in-

– when the driver’s door is opened;

strument panel light up to show that the parking brake is applied but go

out when the doors are locked.

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ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (2/4)

Assisted operation

(continued)

Note: in some situations (electronic

parking brake failure, manual release of

the parking brake, etc.), a beep sounds

and the message “WARNING: Apply

Parking Brake” appears on the instru-

ment panel to warn you that the elec-

tronic parking brake has been released.

- with the engine running: when the

driver’s door is opened;

- with the engine switched off (e.g.

when the engine stalls): when a front

door is opened.

In this case, pull and release switch 4 to

apply the assisted parking brake.

Manual operation

Manually releasing the electronic

parking brake

You can apply the electronic parking

Assisted release of the parking

brake manually.

Press the switch 1 without pressing the

brake

brake pedals or turn the key 2 to the

The parking brake is released as soon

Manually applying the electronic

“ON 2” position to switch on the igni-

as the vehicle is started and accelera-

parking brake

tion. Press the brake pedal then press

tion begins, or when shifting out of gear

switch 4: indicator light 3 on the switch

Pull switch 4. Warning light 3 and warn-

lever position P.

and indicator light }

displayed on

ing light }

on the instrument panel

the instrument panel go out.

light up.

Before leaving the vehicle, check that the electronic parking brake is fully applied. Warning light 3 on switch 4 and

warning light }

on the instrument panel light up to show that the parking brake is applied but go out when the

doors are locked.

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ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (3/4)

Brief stop

To park the vehicle without applying the

electronic parking brake (if there is a

To apply the electronic parking brake

risk of freezing, for example):

manually (when stopping at a red light,

or stopping when the engine is running,

- switch off the engine by pressing the

etc.): pull and release the switch 4. The

engine start/stop button 1 or by turn-

brake is released as soon as the vehi-

ing the ignition key 2;

cle is started up again.

- engage any gear or the P position:

the drive wheels will be mechanically

locked by the driveshaft;

Special cases

- manually release the electronic park-

To park on a slope or while towing a

ing brake.

trailer, for example, pull switch 4 for

a few seconds to gain the maximum

braking.

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ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (4/4)

For safety reasons, automatic release

Operating faults

If the

“Electrical fault”

is deactivated when the driver’s door

“Check battery” or

is open or not shut properly and the

“WARNING: Braking

light illuminates on the instrument

engine is running (in order to prevent

System” message appears,

panel accompanied by the “Check

the vehicle from moving without the

you must immobilise the vehicle by

Parking Brake” message and, in

driver). The “Release Parking Brake

engaging position P or by pulling the

Manually” message appears on the

some cases, the }

warning

switch 4 for approximately 10 sec-

instrument panel when the driver de-

light.

onds.

presses the accelerator.

Contact your approved Dealer

If the conditions and the slope re-

straight away.

quire it, chock the wheels of the ve-

hicle.

- If there is an assisted parking brake

Risk of loss of immobilisation of

fault, the warning light

the vehicle.

comes on, along with the message

“WARNING: Braking System”, a

Call an approved Dealer.

beep and, in some cases, the warn-

ing light }

This means that you must stop as

soon as traffic conditions allow.

If no lights or sounds are ap-

Never leave your vehicle

parent, this indicates a fault

without re-engaging P po-

in the instrument panel. This

sition and switching off the

indicates that it is essential

engine. This is because

It is therefore essential

to stop immediately (as soon as traf-

when the vehicle is stationary with

to immobilise the vehicle

fic conditions allow). Ensure that the

the engine running and a gear en-

by engaging position P.

vehicle is correctly immobilised and

gaged, the vehicle may begin to

Depending on the slope,

contact an approved Dealer.

move if you accelerate.

chock the vehicle.

There is a risk of accidents.

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (1/6)

Consumption in real time depends on

Optimum use zone 0

vehicle usage conditions, equipment

Indicates nil consumption.

fitted and the user’s driving style. To op-

timise fuel consumption, please refer to

Green “recommended

the following advice.

consumption” B usage zone

Depending on the vehicle, you will be

The traction battery supplies the elec-

provided with functions which enable

trical energy required for the motor to

you to lower the energy consumption:

move the vehicle.

- charge meter;

- the driving style indicator;

“Consumption not recommended”

- the journey record and eco-driving

white use zone C

advice via the multimedia screen;

Indicates high energy consumption.

- ECO mode, activated by the ECO

button.

If fitted on the vehicle, the navigation

system provides additional information.

Charge meter

(on the instrument panel)

The charge meter gives the driver a re-

al-time view of the vehicle’s energy re-

covery or consumption.

Blue “Energy recovery” A usage

zone

When driving, if you lift your foot off the

accelerator pedal or apply the brake,

the motor generates electrical current

during deceleration, and this energy is

used to slow down the vehicle and re-

charge the traction battery.

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (2/6)

Driving style indicator 1

(depending on the vehicle)

Informs you about the driving style

adopted in real time. This is shown by

indicator light 1.

The more petals displayed on 1, the

more your driving is flexible and eco-

nomical.

If you regularly monitor this indicator,

you will reduce your vehicle’s fuel con-

sumption.

Please refer to the multimedia instruc-

tions for further information.

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (3/6)

An overall rating from 0 to 100 is dis-

played to let you assess your eco driv-

ing performance. The higher the rating,

the lower the energy consumption.

Eco advice is given to help improve

your performance.

With your favourite journeys saved,

you can compare your performance

between trips and the performance of

other vehicle users.

On the multimedia screen

Journey record

Once the engine is switched off, you

will see “Journey record” displayed on

the multimedia screen 2, enabling you

to view information on your last journey.

This indicates:

- the general score;

- score evolution;

- distance without fuel consumption.

Please refer to the multimedia instruc-

tions for further information.

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (4/6)

ECO mode

ECO mode is a function which opti-

mises energy consumption.

ECO mode enables you to limit the

power and maximum speed.

Limiting acceleration enables low fuel

consumption in urban and surrounding

areas.

Activating the function

The function can be activated by press-

ing switch 3.

The warning light 

comes on on

the instrument panel to confirm activa-

tion.

ECO mode is reactivated when you

take pressure off the accelerator pedal.

While driving, it is possible to leave the

ECO mode temporarily in order to im-

Disabling the function

prove engine performance.

The function can be deactivated by

To do this, press the accelerator pedal

pressing switch 3.

firmly and fully.

The warning light 

goes out on

the instrument panel to confirm deac-

tivation.

With ECO mode on, the vehicle

speed is limited to approximately 68

mph (110 km/h).

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (5/6)

- do not try to maintain the same

speed up a hill; accelerate no more

than you would on the level. Keep

your foot in the same position on the

accelerator pedal;

- bad weather, flooded roads.

Do not drive through

floods if the water is

above the lower edge of

the wheel rims.

Driving advice and ECO

driving

Behaviour

- Speed is expensive;

- sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: go

easy on the throttle;

Obstructions to the driver

- avoid sudden acceleration;

On the driver’s side, only

- brake as little as possible. Anticipate

use mats that are suitable

traffic changes by lifting your foot off

for the vehicle, attach using

the accelerator pedal in order to re-

the pre-fitted components, and

cover energy;

check the fittings regularly. Do not

lay one mat on top of another.

There is a risk of wedging the

pedals

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (6/6)

- For vehicles fitted with air condi-

- Avoid using the car for door-to-door

tioning, it is normal to observe an

calls (short journeys with long waits

increase in fuel consumption (es-

in between) because the engine

pecially in city conditions) when it is

never reaches its normal operating

used. Switch off the air conditioning

temperature.

when it is not required on vehicles

- It is advisable to anticipate activa-

fitted with manual air conditioning.

tion of the heating or air conditioning

Advice for reducing consumption

before using the vehicle when it is

and therefore helping to preserve

charging.

the environment:

- If the vehicle has been parked in the

sun, open the doors for a few mo-

ments to let the hot air escape before

starting the engine.

- Do not leave an empty roof rack

Advice on use

fitted to the vehicle.

- Favour the ECO mode.

- It is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob-

- Switch off all electrical

devices

jects.

that are not absolutely necessary.

- When towing a caravan, fit a wind

However (safety first), keep your

deflector and adjust it carefully.

lights on when the visibility is bad

(“see and be seen”).

- Use the air vents. Driving with the

windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)

will increase fuel consumption by

4%.

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VEHICLE RANGE: recommendations (1/2)

In real usage, the range of an electric

vehicle may vary depending on several

factors over which you have partial con-

trol, which may make a considerable

difference to the vehicle range. These

factors are:

- speed and driving style;

- type of road;

- heating level;

- tyres;

- use of electrical accessories;

- vehicle loading.

Speed and driving style

Driving at high speed will significantly

reduce your vehicle’s range.

A “sporty” driving style reduces your

- adapt your driving style to avoid ex-

vehicle range: opt for a “lighter” driving

cessive energy consumption;

Examples (at a steady speed):

style.

- favour power recovery: anticipate

- reducing the speed from approxi-

Advice:

traffic changes by lifting your foot off

mately 80 mph (130 km/h) to 68 mph

the accelerator pedal or by braking

(110 km/h) allows you to save up to

- drive at a constant speed;

gradually.

around 20% of fuel range;

- keep an eye on the tools available

- reducing your speed from approxi-

to you to view the road conditions

Road type

mately 56 mph (90 km/h) to 50 mph

(charge meter, current consumption,

(80 km/h) allows you to save up to

journey record, etc.) ➥ 2.16 ;

Do not try to maintain the same speed

around 10% of fuel range.

up a hill, accelerate no more than you

would on the level. Keep your foot in

the same position on the accelerator

pedal.

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VEHICLE RANGE: recommendations (2/2)

Vehicle loading

Avoid pointlessly overloading your ve-

hicle.

Heating levels

Tyres

The use of heating or air-conditioning

An under-inflated tyre increases energy

reduces vehicle range.

consumption. Comply with the speci-

fied tyre pressures for your vehicle.

To maintain your vehicle range, you are

When driving, use tyres made by the

advised to select the “programming”

same manufacturer, with the same di-

mode ➥ 3.5 before using the automatic

mensions, type and structure as the

air conditioning mode ➥ 3.9 or the

original tyres. The use of non-regula-

manual heating mode ➥ 3.13.

tion tyres significantly reduces vehicle

range ➥ 4.8.

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ENVIRONMENT

Your vehicle has been designed with

Please make your own

Recycling

respect for the environment in mind for

contribution towards

Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and

its entire service life: during production,

protecting the environment

95% recoverable.

use and at the end of its life.

too

To achieve these objectives, many of

- Worn parts replaced in the course

the vehicle components have been de-

Manufacture

of routine vehicle maintenance (sec-

signed to enable them to be recycled.

Your vehicle has been manufactured at

ondary 12 V battery, other batteries,

The materials and structures have

a factory which complies with a policy

etc.) must be disposed of through

been carefully designed to allow these

to reduce the environmental impact

specialist organisations.

components to be easily removed and

on the surrounding areas (reduction of

reprocessed by specialist companies.

- At the end of the vehicle’s service

water and energy consumption, visual

life, it should be sent to approved

In order to preserve raw material re-

and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-

centres to ensure that it is recycled.

sources, this vehicle incorporates nu-

sions and waste water; sorting and re-

merous parts made from recycled plas-

using waste).

- In all cases, comply with local legis-

tics or renewable materials (vegetable

lation.

or animal-derived materials such as

cotton or wool).

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TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (1/5)

Resetting the standard level

for the tyre pressures

This should be done:

- when the standard tyre pressure

needs to be changed to adapt to

usage conditions (empty, carrying a

load, motorway driving, etc.);

- after swapping a wheel (however

this practice is not recommended);

- after changing a wheel.

It should always be done after checking

the tyre pressure of all four tyres when

cold.

Tyre pressures must correspond to the

current usage of the vehicle (empty,

If the vehicle is equipped with the func-

carrying a load, motorway driving, etc.).

tion, this system monitors the tyre pres-

sure.

Operating principle

Each wheel (except for the emergency

spare wheel) has a sensor in the infla-

tion valve which periodically measures

the tyre pressure.

The system displays the current pres-

sures on the instrument panel 1 and

alerts the driver in the event of insuffi-

If the vehicle is equipped with a

cient pressure.

navigation system, depending on

If the wheels are swapped, the

the vehicle, the reset procedure

system must be reinitialised.

may also be carried out using the

Consult an approved dealer.

multimedia screen: please see the

equipment instructions.

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TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (2/5)

- press and hold (around 3 seconds)

the button 4 to launch the reset. The

flashing tyres followed by the mes-

sages “Learning Tyre Pressures”

and then “Tyres location in progress”

indicates that the reset request for

the tyre pressure reference value

has been acknowledged.

Reset can take several minutes of driv-

ing.

If the resetting is followed by short

trips, the message “Tyres location in

progress” can remain displayed after

successive restarts.

Note: the standard tyre pressure

Resetting procedure via the

cannot be less than that recommended

Resetting procedure via the

instrument panel 1

and indicated on the door frame.

multimedia screen 6

Ignition on, vehicle stopped:

Please refer to the multimedia instruc-

tions for further information.

- repeatedly tap the 5 switch as many

times as necessary to reach the “ve-

hicle” tab 

;

- briefly press the 2 or 3 switch to

reach the “Tyre Pressure” page;

For your safety, the warning

light

requires you

to stop immediately as soon

as traffic conditions allow.

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TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (3/5)

The table below shows the possible messages related to the tyre resetting procedure.

Steps

Displays

Messages

Readings

(depending on

the vehicle)

Tyre pressure init. long press

With the ignition on and the vehicle stationary, start the

resetting the pressure of all four tyres by pressing and

holding the 4 OK switch.

Learning Tyre Pressures

The “---” quote marks in front of each wheel will flash to

indicate that the system has registered the tyre pressure

reset for all four wheels.

Tyres location in progress

The “---” quote marks in front of each wheel will remain

lit. This system resets the tyre pressure of all four tyres.

You can now drive. The message may remain displayed

during short journeys.

Note: during the reset, tyre pressure monitoring remains

in operation.

The pressure value of the four tyres is displayed: the re-

setting procedure is complete and successful.

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TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (4/5)

Readjustment of tyre

Replacing wheels/tyres

pressures

This system requires specific equip-

The pressure of the four tyres must

ment (wheels, tyres, hubcaps, etc.).

be set when cold (refer to the label lo-

➥ 5.13.

cated on the edge of the driver’s door).

Contact an approved Dealer to fit new

If the tyre pressures cannot be checked

tyres and to find out about available ac-

when the tyres are cold, the recom-

cessories compatible with the system

mended pressures should be increased

and available from your dealer net-

by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 PSI).

work: the use of any other accessory

Never deflate a hot tyre.

could affect the correct operation of the

system or damage a sensor.

Emergency spare wheel

If the vehicle is equipped with an emer-

gency spare wheel, it will not have a

sensor.

Tyre repair product and

inflation kit

Because the valves are specially de-

signed, only use equipment approved

by the approved network. Please see

the section on ➥ 5.4.

This function is an addi-

tional driving aid.

The function does not take

Tyre pressure faults

the place of the driver. It

Changing a wheel

The table on the following page lists

cannot, therefore, under any cir-

The system may take sev-

the warning messages which appear

cumstances replace the vigilance

eral minutes depending on

on the instrument panel 1 when the

or the responsibility of the driver.

use for the new wheel po-

system detects a tyre pressure fault.

Check the tyre pressures, including

sitions and pressures to be recog-

the emergency spare wheel, once a

nised; check the tyre pressures after

month.

all operations.

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TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (5/5)

The information on the instrument panel signals any potential tyre pressure faults (e.g. deflated or punctured tyre). For

your safety, the warning light® requires you to stop immediately as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Indicator

Messages

Displays

Readings

lights

(depending on

the vehicle)

The wheel and associated pressure value are dis-

played in yellow.

Adjust Tyre Pressure

This indicates that tyre under-inflation has been de-



tected. Check and adjust the pressure of the four

tyres then reset the system.

The wheel and associated pressure value are dis-

played in red.

This indicates that the tyre concerned is punctured

Puncture

or severely underinflated. Adjust the pressure of the

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+®

four tyres while cold and reset the system if the tyre

is deflated. Replace the tyre (or have it replaced) if

it is punctured.

A wheel is no longer displayed.

This indicates that at least one wheel is not fitted with

Check Tyre Pressure Sensors



a sensor (e.g. emergency spare wheel) or that the

sensor is faulty. Consult an approved dealer.

This indicates that the system has not been able to

determine the pressure of each tyre. This may be

Tyre Detection Failure

caused by the use of a sensor not recommended by

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an approved dealer. The tyre pressure sensor moni-

toring system remains in operation.

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Depending on the vehicle, this is com-

posed of:

- anti-lock braking system (ABS);

- electronic stability program (ESC)

with understeer control and trac-

tion control;

- emergency brake assist;

- hill start assist;

- driver assistance with a trailer;

- traction control - “Extended grip”.

Other driving assistance systems are

detailed on the following pages.

These functions are an ad-

ditional aid in the event of

critical driving conditions,

enabling the vehicle behav-

iour to be adapted to suit the driving

conditions.

These functions do not take the

place of the driver. They do not

increase the vehicle’s limits and

should not encourage you to

drive more quickly. Therefore,

they can under no circumstances

replace the vigilance or responsibil-

ity of the driver when manoeuvring

the vehicle (the driver must always

be ready for sudden incidents which

may occur when driving).

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Anti-lock braking system

Operating faults:

(ABS)

and x

lit up on the in-

Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents

strument panel accompanied

the wheels from locking, allowing the

by the messages

“Check ABS”,

stopping distance to be managed and

“WARNING: Check Braking System”

keeping control of the vehicle.

and “Check ESC”: this indicates that

Under these circumstances, the vehi-

the ABS, the ESC and the emer-

cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle

gency brake assist are disabled.

whilst braking. In addition, this system

Braking is always enabled;

can increase stopping distances, par-

ticularly on roads with low surface grip

- x

, D

and

(wet ground etc.).

lit on the instrument panel accom-

You will feel a pulsation through the

panied by the message “WARNING:

brake pedal each time the system is

Braking System”: this indicates a

activated. The ABS does not in any

fault with the braking system.

way improve the vehicle's physical per-

formance relating to the road surface

In both cases, please consult an

and road-holding. It is still essential to

Authorised Dealer.

follow the rules of good driving practice

(such as driving at a safe distance from

the vehicle in front etc.).

Your braking systems

are partially operational.

However, it is dangerous

In an emergency, apply firm and

to brake suddenly and it

continuous pressure to the brake

is essential to stop immediately, as

pedal. There is no need to pump

soon as traffic conditions allow. Call

it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-

an approved Dealer.

late the force applied in the braking

system.

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Electronic stability program

Understeer control

In some situations (driving on very wet

ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with

(ESC) with understeer control

This system optimises the action of the

snow chains fitted), the system may

and traction control

ESC in the case of pronounced under-

reduce the engine output to limit wheel-

steering (loss of front axle road hold-

spin.

Electronic stability program ESC

ing).

This system helps you to keep control

Operating faults

Traction control

of the vehicle in critical driving condi-

When the system detects an operating

tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip

This system helps to limit wheelspin of

fault the message “Check ESC” and

on a bend, etc.).

the drive wheels and to control the ve-

hicle when pulling away accelerating or

appear

Operating principle

decelerating.

on the instrument panel. In this case,

A sensor in the steering wheel detects

Operating principle

the ESC and traction control system

the direction selected by the driver.

are deactivated.

Using the wheel sensors, the system

Other sensors throughout the vehicle

Consult an approved dealer.

measures and compares the speed of

measure the actual direction.

the drive wheels at all times and slows

The system compares driver input to

down their over-rotation. If a wheel is

the actual trajectory of the vehicle and

starting to slip, the system brakes au-

corrects the trajectory if necessary by

tomatically until the drive supplied be-

controlling the braking of certain wheels

comes compatible with the level of grip

and/or engine power. In the event that

under the wheel again.

The system also adjusts the engine

the system is triggered, the

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speed to the grip available under the

warning light flashes on the instrument

wheels, independently of the pressure

panel.

exerted on the accelerator pedal.

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