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Practical information
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated the
Bonnet
Stop & Start
next time the vehicle is used.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
The use of snow chains is only authorised
on the front wheels.
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
you must switch off the ignition to avoid any
risk of the engine restarting automatically.
Take care with objects or clothing that could
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan
or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
To restore the use of these functions immediately,
start the engine and let it run:
– For less than 10 minutes, to use the equipment
for approximately 5 minutes.
The driving mode selector must be on the 4WD
position (depending on version).
– For more than 10 minutes, to use the equipment
for approximately 30 minutes.
Let the engine run for the specified duration to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
To recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or
continuously restarting the engine.
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use of
certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient
level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine and for a maximum
cumulative period of around 30 minutes, you can
continue to use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, dipped beam headlamps or
courtesy lamps.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
For more information on the 12 V battery, refer
to the corresponding section.
Before any work is carried out under the
bonnet, it is essential to switch off the ignition
and disconnect the charging connector nozzle
if it is connected, check that the READY
indicator lamp is off on the instrument panel
and wait 4 minutes - risk of serious injury!
Load reduction mode
This system manages the use of certain functions
according to the level of charge remaining in the
battery.
Selecting the mode
A confirmation message is displayed when
energy economy mode is entered, and the active
functions are placed on standby.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air conditioning
and the heated rear screen.
If a telephone call is in progress at the
time, it will be maintained for around 10
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free
system.
The location of the interior bonnet release
lever prevents the bonnet being opened
when the left-hand front door is closed.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
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