Practical information
signal are repeated with increasing frequency as
the fuel level drops towards 0.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
► For other types of vehicles, to open the filler
flap, with the vehicle unlocked, press the rear
of the filler flap.
Compatibility of fuels
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Petrol fuels conforming to the
EN228 standard containing
up to 5% and 10% ethanol
respectively.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
After pressing the button on the
dashboard, the filler flap may not open for
several minutes.
If the flap becomes stuck, press and hold
the button on the dashboard for more than 3
seconds.
A small arrow by the warning lamp
indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel
filler flap is located on.
The only petrol fuel additives authorised
for use are those that meet the B715001
standard.
Stop & Start / e-Auto mode
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode or in stand-by; you must switch off the
ignition.
Travelling abroad
► 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).
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.
Refuelling
Any addition of fuel must be in quantities of at
least 10 litres, in order to be registered by the
fuel gauge.
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.
The filler cap is built into the filler flap or must be
unscrewed (depending on version).
To refuel in complete safety:
For all additional information, consult a dealer.
Refuelling
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 52 litres
(Hybrid) or 40 litres (Rechargeable hybrid).
Reserve level: approximately 6 litres.
► Turn the filler cap to the left, remove it
and place it on its support on the filler flap
(depending on version).
► Insert the filler nozzle and push it in as far as
possible before starting to refuel (to minimise
the risk of splashing).
► 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.
► Fill the tank.
Do not continue after the nozzle’s third
cutout.Doing so may cause malfunctions.
► Put the filler cap back in place and turn it to
the right (depending on version).
► For rechargeable hybrid vehicles only, to
unlock the filler flap, press the flap unlocking
button on the dashboard.
Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp
appears every time the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by the message and the audible
signal. When driving, this message and audible
► Push the fuel filler flap to close it.
► Then to open, press the rear of the filler flap.
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