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Electronic gearbox
the gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the warranty and
maintenance record for details
of the checking interval for this
component.
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
Brake pads
Particle filter (Diesel)
the start of saturation of the
particle filter is indicated by the
temporary illumination of this
warning lamp accompanied by
a message in the multifunction
screen.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until
the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this
indicates a low additive level.
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell,
which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration.
t
h
is does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle
or the environment.
th
e 100% electric mode is not available
during regeneration of the particle filter. have the condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
un
less there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Checks
