Driving
Warning
Warning
Driving
recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Never drive with the parking brake
applied. Risk of overheating and damaging
the braking system!
Do not press the Accelerator and
Brake pedal at once during vehicle drive.
Warning
Warning
► Monitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
anything that may happen any time.
‘Traction battery pack’ (Electric)
Do not park the vehicle or leave the
engine running on a flammable surface
(e.g. dry grass, dead leaves).
The ‘Traction battery pack’ has a protective
cover underneath which may hit few speed
bumps.
– The protective cover is for the protection
of the ‘Traction Battery Pack’ and has been
specifically designed to withstand such hits
if it occurs.
– It is however advisable to maintain a speed
of 7 km/h maximum while crossing speed
bumps in order to avoid protective cover
contact with speed bumps.
► Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for
braking and maintain a longer safety
distance, especially in bad weather.
The vehicle exhaust system is very hot, even
several minutes after the engine stops. Risk
of fire!
► Stop the vehicle to carry out operations
that require close attention (such as
adjustments).
Warning
► During long trips, take a break every two
Never leave a vehicle unattended
with the engine running. If you have to
leave your vehicle with the engine running,
apply the parking brake and put the gearbox
into neutral.
hours.
Important!
On flooded roads
Warning
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage to
the engine and gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.
Never leave the engine running
in a closed space without sufficient
ventilation. Internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases such as carbon
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!
Warning
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as he could
release the parking brake.
Warning
Warning
When towing, parking on a steep
slope, or if your vehicle is heavily laden, turn
the wheels towards the kerb and engage
a gear (manual gearbox) or move the gear
selector to position P (automatic gearbox).
In severe wintry conditions, let the
engine run for 4 minutes before moving
off, to ensure the correct operation and
durability of the mechanical components of
your vehicle (engine and gearbox).
If you have to drive on a flooded road: ► drive
as slowly as possible without stalling.
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