Ignition-starter switch on a vehicle with card

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Ignition-starter switch on a vehicle with card

LPG version

The engine is always started using petrol.
Tip
While the fuel tank is empty, the vehicle cannot start or drive in LPG mode only.
Operation using LPG/petrol bi-fuel requires the presence of petrol (for starting, high accelerations, cold temperatures, etc.).
If the orange warning light appears on the instrument panel and a beep sounds, fill the tank with fuel as soon as possible.
Tip
For more information on the LPG version SPECIAL FEATURES OF LPG VERSIONS.
WARNING
Before carrying out any operation in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition.
WARNING
Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Once the engine has stopped, the brake servo, power-assisted steering etc., and the passive safety devices such as the airbags and pretensioners will no longer operate.
WARNING
Do not park the vehicle or run the engine in locations where combustible substances or materials such as grass or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system.
WARNING
Driver's responsibility when parking or stopping the vehicle
Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in your vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, activating equipment such as the electric windows or locking the doors.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

"Hands-free" starting with the luggage compartment open

In this case, the card should not be located in the luggage compartment, to prevent the risk of loss.

Accessories function

(switching on the ignition)
Once you have gained access to your vehicle, you may use some of its functions (radio, navigation, wipers, etc.).
To use the other functions, with the card in the passenger compartment, press the button 2 without pressing the pedals.

Operating faults

In certain cases, the hands-free card may not work:
  • when the card battery is worn, the battery is flat, etc;
  • the card is near to appliances operating on the same frequency (monitor, mobile phone, video game device, etc.);
  • the vehicle is located in a high electromagnetic radiation zone.
The "Place card on zone + START" message appears on the instrument panel.
Press the brake or clutch pedal, then place the card 5 (button side) on the placement area 4.
Press the button 2 to start the vehicle.
The message goes out.

Conditions for stopping the engine

The vehicle must be stationary, with the lever positioned in P for vehicles with an automatic gearbox.
On the E-tech full hybrid version, the READY message appears on the instrument panel.
With the card in the vehicle, press the button 2: the engine is switched off.
On the E-tech full hybrid version, the READY message disappears from the instrument panel.
The steering column is locked when a door is opened or the vehicle is locked.
If the card is no longer in the passenger compartment or if the card's battery is flat, when the vehicle is stationary and you try to switch the engine off, the "Keycard absent : press/hold START" message appears on the instrument panel: press the button 2 for at least three seconds.
If the card is no longer in the passenger compartment, make sure you can retrieve it before pressing and holding the button: without the card, you will not be able to start the vehicle.
With the engine switched off, any accessories being used (radio, etc.) will continue to function for approximately 10 minutes.
When the driver’s door is opened, the accessories stop working.
WARNING
When you leave your vehicle, especially if you have your card with you, check that the engine is completely switched off.

Special case of the E-Tech hybrid version

With the vehicle stationary and in electric operating mode, the "ENGINE ON SWITCH OFF IGNITION" message appears on the instrument panel accompanied by a beep if:
  • the driver's seatbelt is not fastened;
  • the bonnet is open;
  • the driver's door is open.
WARNING
Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle has stopped completely. Once the engine has stopped, the brake servo, power-assisted steering, etc., and the passive safety devices such as the airbags and pretensioners will no longer operate.