Switching the engine off
- Immobilise the vehicle.
- Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop) .
- Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Free wheeling
For safety reasons, do not free wheel. If free wheeling, some vehicle functions will no longer be active.
A heavy object (key fob...), attached to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause a malfunction.
Key left in the "Ignition on" position
On opening the driver's door, an alert message is displayed, accompanied by an audible signal, to remind you that the key is still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop).
If the key has been left in the ignition switch at position 2 (Ignition on), the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour. To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to position 2 (Ignition on).
See also:
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing
booklet for details of the checking interval for this component. ...
Courtesy lamp
1. Front courtesy lamp
2. Map reading lamps
In this position, the courtesy lamp comes on gradually:
- when the vehicle is unlocked,
- when the key is removed from the ignition,
- when openi ...
Stop & Start
The Stop & Start system puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode
- during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...). The engine
restarts automatically - START mo ...