OPERATING FAULTS (4/7)
On the road
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO
Vibrations.
Tyres not inflated to correct pres-
Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the
sures, incorrectly balanced or dam-
problem, have them checked by an ap-
aged.
proved Dealer.
White smoke from the exhaust.
In the diesel version, this is not neces-
➥ 2.16.
sarily a fault. Smoke may be caused
by particle filter regeneration.
Petrol version, this is not necessarily
Reduce the engine speed and avoid
a fault. Depending on the climate con-
sudden acceleration to gradually make the
ditions (cold, humidity etc.), smoke
smoke disappear. Otherwise, this may be
may be produced under hard vehicle
caused by another fault. Consult an ap-
acceleration.
proved dealer.
Smoke under the bonnet.
Short-circuit or cooling system leak.
Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on:
while cornering or braking
The level is too low.
Top up the engine oil ➥ 4.5.
is slow to go out or remains lit
Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
under acceleration
Dealer.
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