STOP AND START FUNCTION

This system enables a reduced fuel consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions. It is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. The engine is automatically set to standby mode when the vehicle comes to a stop (in the event of traffic jams, stopping at a red light, etc.) The  warning light is displayed on the instrument panel.

Engine standby mode conditions

- The vehicle has been driven since its last stop;

- the gearbox is in position D, M, N or neutral;

- the clutch pedal is released (in manual gearboxes);

- on a vehicle fitted with an automatic gearbox the accelerator pedal is released, otherwise the  warning light flashes;

- the brake pedal is sufficiently pressed down for an automatic gearbox;

- on a vehicle fitted with an automatic gearbox, the vehicle speed is zero for approximately one second, or less than approximately 2 mph (3 km/h) on a vehicle with a manual gearbox.

The engine restarts:

- when the accelerator pedal is pressed or,

- when the clutch pedal is pressed (manual gearbox) or,

- the automatic gearbox is in D or M position, or when the brake pedal is released.

Special cases

- On some vehicles, if the driver gets out of their seat or unfastens the seat belt and opens the driver’s door while the engine is in standby, the ignition will be switched off;

- in the event of the engine stalling, if the system is operational, press down the clutch pedal as far as it will go to restart;

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

engine non-standby

Criteria such as the battery charge status, air conditioning or engine temperature do not allow the engine to be put in standby.