STOP AND START FUNCTION

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 been driven since its last stop;

and

- the gearbox is in position D, M or N (refer to “Automatic gearbox” in Section 2);

and

- the brake pedal is depressed (sufficiently hard);

and

- and the accelerator pedal is not pressed;

and

- the speed is zero for around 1 second.

The engine standby is maintained if position P (refer to “Automatic gearbox” in Section 2) is engaged, or if position N is engaged and the parking brake is applied while the brake pedal is released.

The warning light  on the instrument panel is lit when the engine is on standby.

The vehicle equipment remain operational while the engine is stopped.

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.

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

Conditions for coming out of engine standby

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

or

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

or

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

or

- the vehicle is in gear position R;

or

- the accelerator pedal is depressed.

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.

Conditions preventing the standby of the engine

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

- reverse gear is engaged;

- the driver’s door is not closed;

- the driver’s seatbelt is not fastened;

- 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;

- driving mode Sport or Track is activated (please refer to “Choice of driving mode” in Section 2);

- the altitude is too high;

- the gradient is too steep;

- the “Clear View” function is activated (please see “Automatic climate control” in Section 3);

- the engine temperature is too low;

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Warning light  is displayed on the instrument panel. This notifies you that engine standby is not available.

Special cases

With the engine on standby (traffic jam, traffic lights, etc.), if the driver unfastens their seat belt, opens the driver’s door or gets out of their seat, the ignition will be switched off.

The handbrake is applied automatically.

To restart and reactivate the Stop and Start system, start the engine (please refer to the information on "Starting, stopping the engine" in Section 2).

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 (please see “Automatic Climate Control” in Section 3);

- 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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