Practical information
for more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximately thirty
minutes.
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Energy economy mode
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conserve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use
functions such as the audio and telematics
system, windscreen wipers, dipped beam
headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for a
maximum combined duration of about forty
minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the
engine in order to charge the battery.
F On the towball, push the latch to the left and
hold it in this position.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
F At the same time, push the trigger forwards
to unlock the mechanism (position B).
F Press the trigger fully in and remove the
towball by pulling it toward you.
For more information on the 12 V battery,
refer to the corresponding section.
Switching to this mode
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen indicating that the vehicle has switched
to economy mode and the active functions are
put on standby.
Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
If a telephone call is being made at this
time, it will be maintained for around
10 minutes with the Bluetooth hands-free
kit of your audio system.
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Exiting the mode
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
F Install and clip the protective plug in the
carrier located below the rear bumper.
F Stow the towball in its bag.
These functions will be automatically restored
the next time the vehicle is used.
In order to restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
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for less than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately five minutes,
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