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Access
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– when unlocking the vehicle, the handles unfold
to allow access to the vehicle,
– when the vehicle is locked, the handles retract.
►ꢀ Press the handle until the point of resistance
to unfold it and access the lock.
►ꢀ Unclip the cover by inserting a small
screwdriver in the slot and raise the cover.
►ꢀ Remove the discharged battery from its
housing.
►ꢀ Insert the new battery, observing the polarity,
and clip the cover onto the housing.
►ꢀ Reinitialise the remote control.
►ꢀ Insert the mechanical key (integral with the
remote control) in the lock to open the vehicle.
►ꢀ Place the electronic key against the back-up
reader on the steering column and hold it there
until the ignition is switched on.
A. Retracted position.
B. Unfolded position.
Once unfolded, the handles retract automatically
after 3 minutes without the vehicle being locked.
It is possible to manually unfold the handles at
any time by pressing on them.
Depending on version, pressing on the handles
also locks / unlocks the vehicle, if the electronic
key is detected.
►ꢀ Switch on the ignition by pressing the "START/
STOP" button.
For more information on Reinitialising the remote
control, refer to the corresponding section.
►ꢀ With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in
neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
►ꢀ With an automatic gearbox or drive selector,
while in mode P, depress the brake pedal.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact
a dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
Do not throw remote control batteries
away, as they contain metals that are
harmful to the environment. Take them to an
approved disposal point.
For more information on Proximity Keyless Entry
and Start, refer to the corresponding section.
In the event of a battery failure or system
malfunction, manually unfold the driver’s
handle by pressing on it up to the point of
resistance. Then pull the handle to access the
lock and follow the back-up procedures.
For more information on the Back-up
Reinitialising the remote
control
Following replacement of the battery or in the
event of a fault, it may be necessary to reinitialise
the remote control.
Doors
Retractable handles
The doors are equipped with handles that unfold
and retract automatically depending on the
vehicle state:
procedures, refer to the corresponding section.