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Practical information
accompanied by the message and the audible
signal. When driving, this message and audible
signal are repeated with increasing frequency as
the fuel level drops towards 0.
►ꢀ To open the filler flap, press the flap opening
button or press the rear edge of the filler flap
(depending on version).
Compatibility of fuels
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard
containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol respectively.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
After pressing the button, it may take a
few minutes for the filler flap to open.
If the flap becomes stuck, press and hold the
button for more than 3 seconds.
The only petrol fuel additives authorised
for use are those that meet the B715001
standard.
A small arrow by the warning lamp
indicates which side of the vehicle the
fuel filler flap is located on.
The filler cap is built into the flap.
►ꢀ Select a pump that delivers the correct fuel
type for the vehicle's engine (see a reminder label
on the inside of the filler flap).
Stop & Start
Travelling abroad
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition.
Certain fuels could damage your vehicle’s engine.
In certain countries, the use of a particular fuel
may be required (specific octane rating, specific
trade name, etc.) to ensure correct operation of
the engine.
►ꢀ Insert the filler nozzle and push it in as far as
possible before starting to refuel (to minimise the
risk of splashing).
Refuelling
Any addition of fuel must be in quantities of at
least 10 litres, in order to be registered by the fuel
gauge.
►ꢀ Fill the tank.
Do not continue past the 3rd cut-off of the nozzle;
For all additional information, consult a dealer.
as this may cause malfunctions.
►ꢀ Push the filler flap to close it.
Opening the filler flap may create a noise caused
by an inrush of air. This vacuum is entirely normal,
resulting from the sealing of the fuel system.
To refuel in complete safety:
Refuelling
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 60 litres
(Petrol) or 43 litres (Rechargeable hybrid).
Reserve level: approximately 6 litres.
The vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter,
which helps to reduce the level of harmful
emissions in the exhaust gases.
For petrol engines, you must use unleaded fuel.
The filler neck is narrower, allowing only unleaded
petrol nozzles to be inserted.
►ꢀ Always switch off the engine.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level is reached, this
warning lamp lights up on the instrument
panel, accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal. When it first comes on,
about 6 litres of fuel remain.
If you have put in the wrong fuel for the
vehicle, you must have the fuel tank
drained and filled with the correct fuel before
starting the engine.
Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp
appears every time the ignition is switched on,
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