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FUNCTION STOP AND START

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This system enables a reduced fuel consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. While driving, the system stops the engine (standby) when the vehicle is at a standstill (traffic jam, traffic lights, etc).

Conditions for engine standby

The vehicle has set off from where it was parked;

For automatic gearboxes:

- gearbox is in position D, M or N;

and

- the brake pedal is pressed. Depending on the vehicle, if the warning light flashes and the message “Press brake pedal” appears on the instrument panel, it indicates that the brake pedal is not sufficiently depressed;

and

- the accelerator pedal is not depressed;

and

- the speed is zero.

The engine remains on standby if position P is selected, or if position N is selected with the handbrake engaged and the brake pedal released.

For manual gearboxes:

- the gearbox is in neutral;

and

- the clutch pedal is released. Depending on the vehicle, if the warning light flashes and the message “Release Clutch pedal” appears on the instrument panel, this indicates that the clutch pedal is not sufficiently released;

and

- the vehicle speed is zero.

For all vehicles:

The warning light on the instrument panel is lit when the engine is on standby. The vehicle equipment remains operational while the engine is stopped.

When the engine switches to standby, the steering assistance may no longer be operational.

In this case it becomes operational again when the engine is no longer on standby or the speed exceeds approximately 0.62 mph (1 km/h) (downhill, slope etc.).

The engine MUST be stopped (not put in standby) before leaving the vehicle. STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key.

Keep your vehicle stationary when the engine is on standby (shown by the warning light on the instrument panel).

Preventing the engine from standing by

In certain situations, such as negotiating a crossroads for instance, it is possible (with the system activated) to keep the engine running so as to be ready to move off quickly.

For vehicles equipped with automatic gearboxes:

Keep the vehicle stationary without pressing too hard on the brake pedal.

For vehicles equipped with manual gearboxes:

Keep the clutch pedal pressed right down.

Conditions for coming out of engine standby

For automatic gearboxes:

- when the driver’s door is opened;

- when the driver’s seat belt is unfastened;

- in manual mode, the gear change paddles are activated;

- the brake pedal is released, position D or M engaged;

- the brake pedal is released in gear position N with the handbrake off;

- the brake pedal is pressed again in gear position P or N engaged with the handbrake applied;

- the vehicle is in gear position R;

- the accelerator pedal is depressed.

For manual gearboxes:

- when opening the driver’s door, without any gear engaged and the clutch pedal released;

- when unfastening the driver’s seat belt, without any gear engaged and the clutch pedal released;

- the gearbox is in neutral and the clutch pedal is slightly depressed;

- the engine is in gear and the clutch pedal is pressed right down.

Special note: depending on the vehicle, if you switch off the ignition when the engine is on standby, the warning light Ä is displayed for a few seconds on the instrument panel.

For vehicles equipped with a manual gearbox

The restart may be interrupted if the clutch pedal is released too quickly while a gear is engaged.

If the engine stalls while the system is in operation, pressing the clutch pedal right down will start it again.

To fill up with fuel, the engine must be stopped (and not only on standby in the case of vehicles equipped with the Stop and Start function): you must switch off the ignition RUNNING IN, IGNITION SWITCH: vehicle with key, TANK.

Fire hazard.

Conditions preventing the standby of the engine

Certain conditions prevent the system from using the engine standby function, including when:

For all vehicles:

- the driver’s door is not closed;

- the driver’s seat belt is not fastened or was not fastened when driving began;

- reverse gear is engaged;

- parking distance control is in operation;

- the bonnet is not locked;

- the outdoor temperature is too low or too high;

- the battery is not sufficiently charged;

- the difference between the vehicle interior temperature and the automatic climate control instruction is too high;

- the altitude is too high;

- the gradient is too steep for vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox;

- the “Clear view” function is activated AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL;

- the engine temperature is too low;

- the emission control system is being regenerated;

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Depending on the vehicle, the warning light appears on the instrument panel to indicate that engine standby is not available. The warning light may appear along with a message on the instrument panel:

- “Battery charge optimisation” to prioritise the battery charge;

- “Heating comfort priority” to prioritise the air conditioning;

- “Engine running priority” to prioritise engine functions.

Deactivate the Stop and Start function for any operation performed in the engine compartment.

Special feature of the automatic engine re-start

Under certain conditions, the engine can restart on its own in order to guarantee your safety and comfort.

This can occur especially when:

- the outdoor temperature is too low or too high;

- the “Clear view” function is activated AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL ;

- the battery is not sufficiently charged;

- the vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h) (downhill slope, etc.);

- repeated pressing on the brake pedal or braking system requirement;

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Depending on the vehicle, the warning light is displayed on the instrument panel to notify you of automatic engine restarting.

Depending on the vehicle, the warning light may be accompanied by a message on the instrument panel:

- “Battery charge optimisation” to prioritise the battery charge;

- “Heating comfort priority” to prioritise the air conditioning;

- “Engine running priority” to prioritise engine functions.

Deactivating, activating the function

Press 1 to deactivate the function. The message “Stop & Start deactivated” will appear on the instrument panel and the integrated warning light 2 on the switch 1 will light up.

Pressing again will reactivate the system. The message “Stop & Start Activated” will appear on the instrument panel and the integrated warning light 2 on switch 1 will go out.

The system is automatically reactivated each time the vehicle is started using the start button. STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key.

Operating faults

When the message “Check Stop & Start” appears on the instrument panel and the integrated warning light 2 lights up on the switch 1, the system is deactivated.

Please consult an authorised dealer.

Special note: with the engine on standby, press switch 1 to automatically restart the engine.

The engine MUST be stopped (not put in standby) before leaving the vehicle. STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key.