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Driving
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Energy economy mode
After the engine has stopped (position 1. Stop),
for a maximum combined duration of 30 minutes,
you can still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, courtesy lamps or dipped
beam headlamps.
For more information on Energy
economy mode, refer to the
corresponding section.
Key left in
When the driver's door is opened, a
message is displayed, accompanied by an
audible signal, if the key has been left in the
ignition switch in position 1.
If the key has been left in the ignition switch
in position 2, the ignition will be switched o
automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to
position 1, then back to position 2.
Starting/Switching o the
engine with Keyless Entry
and Start
The electronic key must be present in the
passenger compartment.
If the electronic key is not detected, a
message is displayed.
Move the electronic key so that the engine
can be started or switched o.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key
not detected - Back-up starting or Back-up
switch-o" section.
Starting
► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.
► With an automatic gearbox, select mode P
or N and depress the brake pedal.
► Press the "START/STOP" button while
maintaining pressure on the pedal until the
engine starts.
Diesel engines
In negative temperatures and/or when the
engine is cold, starting takes place only after the
preheating warning lamp goes out.
If this warning lamp comes on after
pressing the "START/STOP" button:
► Keep the pedal fully depressed and do not
press the "START/STOP" button again until the
engine is running.
In all circumstances, if one of the starting
conditions is not met, a message is displayed.
In some circumstances, a message indicates
that it is necessary to turn the steering wheel
while pressing the "START/STOP" button to
assist unlocking of the steering column.
Petrol engines
With Petrol engines, after a cold start,
pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause
noticeable engine vibrations, for anything up
to 2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).
Switching o
► Immobilise the vehicle using the parking
brake.
► With a manual gearbox, ideally put the gear
lever into neutral.
► With an automatic gearbox, ideally select
mode P or N.
► Press the "START/STOP" button.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the
engine will not stop.
With the engine o, the braking and
steering assistance systems are also cut
o - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!
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