Driving
When starting the vehicle, no mode can be
selected until the READY indicator lamp is
displayed.
When the message disappears, the selected
mode is activated and remains indicated on the
instrument panel (except Normal mode).
Each time the ignition is switched on, Normal
mode is selected by default.
Primarily designed for urban use, the function
is intended to reduce fuel consumption and
exhaust emissions as well as the noise level
when stationary.
The function does not affect the functionalities of
the vehicle, in particular the braking.
With touch screen
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The settings are changed via the vehicle
configuration menu.
If the system has been deactivated in
STOP mode, the engine restarts
immediately.
Driving on flooded roads
Before entering into a flooded area, it is
strongly recommended that you deactivate
the Stop & Start system.
The system is reactivated automatically
whenever the engine is started by the
driver.
Normal
This optimises the driving range and dynamic
performance.
For more information on Driving
recommendations, particularly on flooded
roads, refer to the corresponding section.
To obtain maximum torque and power, depress
the accelerator pedal fully.
Operation
Main conditions for operation
Eco
Deactivation/Reactivation
Optimises energy consumption, by reducing
the output of the heating and air conditioning
(without actually deactivating them) and limiting
both motor torque and power.
– The driver’s door must be closed.
– The sliding side door must be closed.
– The driver's seat belt must be fastened.
– The level of charge in the battery must be
sufficient.
With audio system
Power
– The temperature of the engine must be within
its nominal operating range.
– The outside temperature must be between
0°C and 35°C.
Provides equivalent vehicle performance when
fully laden (GVW) to when the vehicle is in
Normal mode and when unladen.
Stop & Start
Putting the engine into standby
(STOP mode)
The engine automatically enters standby mode
as soon as the driver indicates their intention to
stop:
► To deactivate or reactivate the system, press
this button.
The indicator lamp is on when the system is
deactivated.
The Stop & Start function puts the engine
temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during
phases when the vehicle is stationary (e.g. red
lights, traffic jams). The engine automatically
restarts - START mode - as soon as the driver
indicates the intention of moving off again.
With a manual gearbox: at speeds below 12
mph (20 km/h) or with the vehicle stationary
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