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DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (1/10)

Depending on the vehicle, they will con-

sist of:

ABS (anti-lock braking

system)

Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents

the wheels from locking, allowing the

stopping distance to be managed and

keeping control of the vehicle.

– ABS (anti-lock braking system);

– ESC (electronic stability control)

with understeer control and trac-

tion control;

Under these circumstances, the vehi-

cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle

whilst braking. In addition, this system

can increase stopping distances, par-

ticularly on roads with low surface grip

(wet ground etc.).

– emergency brake assist;

– advanced traction control;

– active emergency braking;

– hill start assistance.

You will feel a pulsation through the

brake pedal each time the system is

activated. The ABS does not in any way

improve the vehicle's physical perform-

ance relating to the road surface and

roadholding. It is still essential to follow

the rules of good driving practice (such

as driving at a safe distance from the

vehicle in front etc.).

These functions are an ad-

ditional aid in the event of

critical driving conditions,

enabling the vehicle behav-

iour to be adapted to suit the driving

conditions.

The functions do not take the place

of the driver. They do not increase

the vehicle’s limits and should

not encourage you to drive more

quickly. Therefore, they can under

no circumstances replace the vigi-

lance or responsibility of the driver

when manoeuvring the vehicle (the

driver must always be ready for

sudden incidents which may occur

when driving).

In an emergency, apply firm and

continuous pressure to the brake

pedal. There is no need to pump

it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-

late the force applied in the braking

system.

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Operating faults:

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lit up on the in-

strument panel accompanied by the

messages “Check ABS”, “Check

braking system” and “Check ESC”:

this indicates that the ABS, the ESC

and the emergency brake assist are

disabled. Braking is always ena-

bled;

–

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lit on the instrument panel accom-

panied by the message “Braking

system fault”: this indicates a fault

with the braking system.

In both cases, consult an approved

dealer.

Your braking systems

are partially operational.

However, it is dangerous

Warning light ® re-

quires you to stop immedi-

ately, for your own safety,

as soon as traffic conditions

allow. Switch off the engine and do

not restart it. Contact an approved

Dealer.

to brake suddenly and

it is essential to stop immediately,

as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Contact an approved dealer.

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Understeer control

Operating faults

Electronic stability control

ESC with understeer control

and traction control

This system optimises the action of the

ESC in the case of pronounced under-

steer (loss of front axle road holding).

When the system detects an operat-

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Electronic stability control ESC

on the instrument panel.

Traction control

This system helps you to keep control

of the vehicle in critical driving condi-

tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip

on a bend, etc.).

In this case, the ESC and traction con-

trol system are deactivated. Consult an

authorised dealer.

This system helps to limit wheelspin of

the drive wheels and to control the ve-

hicle when pulling away accelerating or

decelerating.

Operating principle

A sensor in the steering wheel detects

the direction selected by the driver.

Using the wheel sensors, the system

measures and compares the speed of

the drive wheels at all times and slows

down their over-rotation. If a wheel is

starting to slip, the system brakes au-

tomatically until the drive supplied be-

comes compatible with the level of grip

under the wheel again.

The system also adjusts the engine

speed to the grip available under the

wheels, independently of the pressure

exerted on the accelerator pedal.

Other sensors throughout the vehicle

measure the actual direction.

The system compares driver input to

the actual trajectory of the vehicle and

corrects the trajectory if necessary by

controlling the braking of certain wheels

and/or engine power. In the event that

the system is engaged, indicator light



flashes on the instrument panel.

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The traction control system offers ad-

ditional safety. It is recommended that

you do not drive with the function di-

sabled. Correct this as soon as pos-

sible by pressing the switch 1 again.

Note: The function is reactivated auto-

matically when the ignition is switched

on or when a speed of approximately

24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.

Emergency brake assist

This system supplements the ABS

and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-

tances.

These functions are an ad-

ditional aid in the event of

critical driving conditions,

enabling the vehicle behav-

iour to be adapted to suit the driving

conditions.

Operating principle

Deactivating the function

(depending on vehicle)

The system detects an emergency

braking situation. In this case, the brak-

ing assistance immediately develops

maximum power and may trigger ABS

regulation. ABS braking is maintained

as long as the brake pedal is not re-

leased.

In some situations (driving on very wet

ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with

snow chains fitted), the system may

reduce the engine output to limit wheel-

spin. If this is not required, it is possible

to deactivate the function by pressing

switch 1.

The message “TRACTION CONTROL

OFF” is displayed on the instrument

panel to inform you.

The functions do not take the place

of the driver. They do not increase

the vehicle’s limits and should

not encourage you to drive more

quickly. Therefore, they can under

no circumstances replace the vigi-

lance or responsibility of the driver

when manoeuvring the vehicle (the

driver must always be ready for

sudden incidents which may occur

when driving).

Hazard warning lights illumination

Depending on the vehicle, these may

light up in the event of sudden decel-

eration.

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Advanced traction control

If fitted on the vehicle, grip control

makes it easier to control the vehicle on

low grip surfaces (soft ground, etc.).

“Soft ground” mode

Turn the selector 2: the integrated

warning light



comes on, accom-

panied by a message on the instrument

panel “Non grip road mode on”. This

position enables optimal usage on soft

ground (mud, sand, dead leaves, etc.).

“Soft ground” mode uses traction con-

trol functions. The system automatically

switches to “Road” mode above around

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For your safety, please re-

spect the speed limit.

When they need to be re-

placed, only tyres of the

comes on.

“Expert” mode

Turn the selector 2: the integrated

“Road” mode

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should be used on a single axle.

They must: either have a load ca-

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comes on, along with the instrument

panel message “Automatic mode on”.

This position enables optimal usage

under normal driving conditions (dry-

ness, humidity, light snow, etc.).

“Road” mode uses traction control func-

tions.

warning light



comes on, ac-

companied by a message on the in-

strument panel “Expert mode on”. This

position enables optimum usage in ex-

treme conditions (very snowy or muddy

roads). The engine speed is left under

the control of the driver.

The system automatically switches to

“Road” mode above around 25 mph

(40 km/h), and the integrated warning

pacity and speed rating at least

equal to those of the original

tyres, or conform to those recom-

mended by an authorised dealer.

Failure to heed these instructions

could endanger your safety and

affect your vehicle’s roadworthi-

ness.

Risk of loss of control of the ve-

hicle.

light



on the selector 2 comes on.

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If the driver depresses the brake pedal

and the system still detects a risk of col-

lision, the brake force is increased.

If the driver fails to react following

an alert of an imminent collision, the

system activates the brakes.

Operation

Active emergency braking

While driving (at speeds of between 20

and 85 mph (30 and 140 km/h)), if there

is a risk of collision with the vehicle in

front, the warning light 4 will be dis-

played on the instrument panel in red,

alongside a beep.

Using the sensor 3, the system calcu-

lates the distance separating the vehi-

cle from the one in front and alerts the

driver if there is a risk of a front-end col-

lision. The driver can then brake the ve-

hicle to limit the damage arising from a

collision.

Note: make sure that the radar 3 is not

obscured (by dirt, mud, snow etc. or by

the fitting of accessories such as bull

bars).

The system only detects vehicles

driving in the same direction of traf-

fic. The system cannot detect mo-

torcycles because of the difficulty in

forecasting their trajectory.

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Press the switch 7 OK again to activate

or deactivate the function:

function activated

function deactivated

The warning light



is displayed on

the instrument panel when the system

is deactivated. This system is reacti-

vated each time the ignition is switched

on.

Conditions for non-activation of the

system

The system does not activate:

– when the gear lever is in neutral;

– when the parking brake is activated;

– while cornering;

Activating or deactivating the

system

For vehicle not fitted with a

navigation system

– for 4-wheel drive vehicles, when

Electronic Stability Programme

(ESC) with understeer and trac-

tion control is deactivated (please

see “Electronic Stability Programme

(ESC) with understeer and traction

– With the vehicle at a standstill, press

and hold the switch 7 OK to access

the settings menu,

– repeatedly press the control 8 up or

down until you reach the “Driving as-

sistance” menu. Press the switch 7

OK;

– repeatedly press control 8 up or down

until you reach the “Active braking”

menu, then press the switch 7 OK.

For vehicles fitted with a navigation

system

From the multimedia screen 5, select

the “Vehicle” menu, “Driving assist-

ance”, “Active braking” then choose

“ON” or “OFF”.

control” above). Warning light

comes on.



You can access menu “Driving as-

sistance” directly from button 6



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DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (8/10)

Operating faults

Active emergency braking

This function is an additional driving aid. However, this function is not

under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention

of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.

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on the instrument panel, with the mes-

sage “Active braking disconnected”.

System servicing/repairs

There are two possibilities:

– In the event of an impact, the sensor alignment may become changed, and its

operation will consequently be affected. Deactivate the function, then consult

an authorised dealer.

– the system is temporarily disrupted

(for example: radar obscured by

dirt, mud, snow etc.). In this case,

park the vehicle and switch off the

engine. Clean the detection zone of

the radar. When you next start the

engine, the warning light and the

message go out

– Any work in the area where the radar is located (repairs, replacements, touch-

ing up of paintwork) must be carried out by a qualified professional.

– Fitting accessories which may block the radar is prohibited (bull bars etc.).

Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.

– if this is not the case, this may arise

from another cause; contact an

Approved Dealer.

In the event of system disturbance

Some conditions can disturb or damage the operation of the system, such as:

– a complex environment (metal bridge, etc.);

– poor weather conditions (snow, hail, black ice, etc.).

Risk of inadvertent braking.

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Active emergency braking

Limitation of the system operation

– The system will only respond to vehicles which are moving or which have been sensed as moving.

– A vehicle travelling in the opposite direction will not trigger any alert or any action on the system operation.

– The sensor area should be kept clean and free of any modifications in order to ensure the proper operation of the system.

– The system cannot respond to small vehicles such as motorbikes or bicycles as effectively as to other vehicles.

Deactivating the function

The function should be deactivated if:

– the brake lights are not functioning;

– the front of the vehicle has undergone an impact or been damaged;

– the vehicle is being towed (breakdowns).

Halting the function

You can halt the active braking function at any time by tapping the accelerator pedal.

If the driver notices any unusual behaviour in the system, please consult an authorised dealer.

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Hill start assistance

Depending on the gradient of the in-

cline, this system assists the driver

when starting on a hill. It prevents the

vehicle from rolling backwards by au-

tomatically applying the brakes when

the driver lifts his/her foot off the brake

pedal to depress the accelerator pedal.

The hill start assistance

system cannot completely

prevent the vehicle from

System operation

It only operates when the gear lever is

in a position other than neutral (other

than N or P for automatic transmis-

sions) and the vehicle is completely

stationary (brake pedal depressed)

The system holds the vehicle for ap-

proximately 2 seconds. The brakes are

then released (the vehicle will move ac-

cording to the slope).

rolling backwards in all sit-

uations (extremely steep gradients,

etc.).

In all cases, the driver may depress

the brake pedal to prevent the vehi-

cle from rolling backwards.

The hill start assistance function

should not be used for prolonged

stops: use the brake pedal.

This function is not designed to im-

mobilise the vehicle permanently.

If necessary, use the brake pedal to

stop the vehicle.

The driver must remain particularly

vigilant when driving on slippery or

low-grip surfaces.

Risk of serious injury.

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