ESP RENAULT TWINGO 2017 3.G Owner's Manual
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Depending on the vehicle, this is com-
posed of:
–  anti-lock braking system (ABS);
–  electronic stability control (ESC) with understeer control, traction 
control and assistance with side 
winds;
–  emergency brake assist;
–  hill start assistance.Operating faults:
– 
© and x come on on the 
instrument panel: ABS, ESC and 
emergency brake assist are deacti-
vated. Braking is always enabled; 
–  
x, D, © and ® 
come on on the instrument panel: 
this indicates a fault in the brak-
ing system. 
In both cases, consult an approved 
Dealer.
Anti-lock braking system 
(ABS)
Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents 
the wheels from locking, allowing the 
stopping distance to be managed and 
keeping control of the vehicle.
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.).
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 per-
formance relating to the road surface 
and road-holding. 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.).
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (1/4)
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.
However, 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 vigilance or responsibil-
ity 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.
Your braking systems 
are partially operational. 
However, it is dangerous 
to brake suddenly  and 
it is essential to stop immediately, 
as soon as traffic conditions allow. 
Contact an approved dealer. 
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DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (3/4) 
Emergency brake assist
This system supplements the ABS 
and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-
tances.
The system allows an emergency brak-
ing situation to be detected when the 
brake pedal is pressed. In this case, the 
braking assistance immediately devel-
ops maximum power and may trigger 
ABS regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as 
the brake pedal is applied.Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending on the vehicle, these may 
light up in the event of sudden decel-
eration.
Braking anticipation
Depending on the vehicle, when you 
rapidly release the accelerator, the 
system anticipates the braking ma-
noeuvre in order to reduce stopping 
distances.
When using the cruise control:
–  if you use the accelerator, when you 
release it, the system may be trig-
gered;
–  if you do not use the accelerator, the  system will not be triggered.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating 
fault, the warning light 
©  comes 
on on the instrument panel.
Consult an approved dealer.
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.
However, 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 vigilance or responsibil-
ity of the driver when manoeuvring 
the vehicle (the driver must always 
be ready for sudden incidents which 
may occur when driving). 
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The cruise control function helps you to 
maintain your driving speed at a speed 
that you choose, called the cruising 
speed.
This cruising speed may be set at any 
speed above 20 mph (30 km/h).
This function is an addi-
tional driving aid. However, 
the function does not take 
the place of the driver.
Therefore, it can under no circum-
stances replace the driver’s respon-
sibility to respect speed limits and to 
be vigilant (the driver must always 
be ready to brake).
Cruise control must not be used in 
heavy traffic, on undulating or slip-
pery roads (black ice, aquaplan-
ing, gravel) and during bad weather 
(fog, rain, side winds etc.).
There is a risk of accidents.
The cruise control function 
is in no way linked to the 
braking system.
Controls
1  Main “On/Off” switch.
2  Cruising speed activation, storage  and increase switch (+).
3  Decreasing cruising speed (-).
4  Activation with recall of saved cruis- ing speed (R).
5  Switch the function to standby (with  cruising speed saved) (O).
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (1/4)
2354
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Operating principle
Ultrasonic detectors, installed in the 
rear bumper (depending on the vehi-
cle), measure the distance between 
the vehicle and an obstacle whilst re-
versing.
This measurement is indicated by 
beeps which become more frequent the 
closer you come to the obstacle, until 
they become a continuous beep when 
the vehicle is approximately 30 centi-
metres from the obstacle.
NB: make sure that the ultrasonic sen-
sors are not obscured (by dirt, mud, 
snow, etc.).
PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL (1/2)
Operation
When reverse gear is selected, most 
objects which are less than approxi-
mately 1.20 metres from the rear of the 
vehicle are detected, a beep sounds 
and, depending on the vehicle, the dis-
play 1 comes on.
This function is an additional aid that indicates the distance between t\
he vehicle and an obstacle whilst reversing, 
using sound signals.
Under no circumstances should it replace the driver’s care or responsibility whilst reversing.
The driver should always look out for sudden hazards during driving: alw\
ays ensure that there are no moving obstacles (such 
as a child, animal, pram or bicycle, etc.) or small, narrow objects suc\
h as stones or posts in your path when manoeuvring.
1   
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REVERSING CAMERA (1/2)
2
1
Note:
–  ensure that the reversing camera is not obscured (dirt, mud, snow, etc.);
–  depending on the vehicle, certain  settings can be adjusted from the 
touch screen 2 . Refer to the hand-
book for the equipment.OperationWhen going into reverse gear (and up 
to around 5 seconds after shifting into 
another gear), the camera  1 placed 
next to the lights transmits a view of 
the rear surroundings of the vehicle on 
the touch screen 2, accompanied by a 
mobile and fixed gauge.
This system is initially used with the aid 
of several gauges (mobile for trajectory 
and fixed for distance). When the red 
zone is reached, use the bumper image 
to stop accurately.This function is an additio-
nal aid. It cannot, therefore, 
under any circumstances 
replace the vigilance or the 
responsibility of the driver.
The driver should always pay at-
tention to sudden incidents during 
driving: always ensure that there 
are no moving obstacles (such as 
a child, animal, pram, bicycle, etc.) 
or small, narrow objects such as 
stones or posts in your path when 
manoeuvring.   
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REVERSING CAMERA (2/2)
This function is an additio-
nal aid. It cannot, therefore, 
under any circumstances 
replace the vigilance or the 
responsibility of the driver.
The driver should always pay at-
tention to sudden incidents during 
driving: always ensure that there 
are no moving obstacles (such as 
a child, animal, pram, bicycle, etc.) 
or small, narrow objects such as 
stones or posts in your path when 
manoeuvring.
C
B
A
Dynamic gauge 3 (depending on the 
vehicle)
This is shown in blue on screen  2. It in-
dicates the vehicle trajectory according 
to the position of the steering wheel.
Static guide line  4:
The fixed clearance gauge comprises 
coloured markers  A, B  and C , indicat-
ing the distance behind the vehicle:
–  A (red) approximately 30 centi-
metres from the vehicle;
–  B (yellow) approximately 70 centi-
metres from the vehicle;
–  C (green) approximately 150 centi-
metres from the vehicle.
4
3
The screen shows a reverse image.
The frames are a representation projected onto flat ground; this informa\
tion must 
not be taken into account when superimposed on a vertical object or an o\
bject 
on the ground.
Objects which appear on the edge of the screen may be deformed.
In very bright light (snow, vehicle in sunshine etc.), the camera vision may be 
adversely affected. If the boot is open or poorly closed, the warning light 
2 ap-
pears on the instrument panel and, depending on the vehicle, the camera \
display 
disappears.
2
This gauge remains fixed and indicates 
the vehicle trajectory if the wheels are 
in line with the vehicle.   
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (2/4)
Driving in manual mode
With the selector lever in position D, 
move the lever to the left. Shifting the 
lever repeatedly allows you to change 
gears manually:
–  To move down through the gears,  push the lever backwards;
–  To move up through the gears, push  the lever forwards.
The gear selected is displayed on the 
instrument panel.
Special cases
Under certain driving conditions (e.g. 
engine protection, electronic stability 
program (ESP) operational etc.: ESC)) 
the automatic system may change the 
gear automatically.
Likewise, to prevent incorrect manoeu-
vres, a gear change may be refused by 
the automatic system: in this case the 
gear display flashes for a few seconds 
as a warning.
Driving in automatic mode
Select position D . In most traffic con-
ditions, you will not have to touch the 
gear selector lever again: the gears will 
change automatically at the right time 
and at the most suitable engine speed 
because the automatic system takes 
into account the vehicle load and road 
contour and adjusts itself to the particu-
lar driving style you have chosen.
Economical driving
When driving, always leave the lever 
in position  D, keeping the accelerator 
pedal lightly depressed to ensure auto-
matic gear changes at a lower engine 
speed.
Accelerating and overtaking
Depress the accelerator pedal firmly 
and fully (so that it goes beyond the 
kickdown point).
This will enable you to change down 
to the optimum gear within the 
engine range. 
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Operating faults
As a general rule, contact your ap-
proved dealer in the event of an oper-
ating fault.
–  Reduction in de-icing, demisting or air conditioning performance.
This may be caused by the passen-
ger compartment filter cartridge be-
coming clogged.
–  No cold air is being produced .
Check that the controls are set cor-
rectly and that the fuses are sound. 
Otherwise, switch off the system.
Presence of water under the 
vehicle
After prolonged use of the air condi-
tioning system, it is normal for water 
to be present under the vehicle. This is 
caused by condensation.
AIR CONDITIONING: information and advice on use
Do not open the refriger-
ant fluid circuit.  The fluid 
may damage eyes or skin.
Fuel consumption
You will normally notice an increase in 
fuel consumption (especially in town) 
when the air conditioning is operating.
For vehicles fitted with air conditioning 
with no automatic mode, switch off the 
system when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption 
and helping to preserve the environ-
ment
Drive with the air vents open and the 
windows closed.
If the vehicle has been parked in the 
sun, open the doors for a few moments 
to let the hot air escape before starting 
the engine.
Advice on use
In some situations, (air conditioning 
off, air recirculation activated, ventila-
tion speed at zero or low, etc.) you may 
notice that condensation starts to form 
on the windows and windscreen.
If there is condensation, use the “Clear 
View” function to remove it, then use 
the air conditioning in automatic mode 
to stop it forming again.
Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Document 
for your vehicle for the inspection fre-
quency.
Do not add anything to the 
vehicle’s ventilation circuit 
(for example, to remove 
bad odours).
There is a risk of damage or of 
fire. 
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ELECTRIC WINDOWS (1/2)
Press the window switch down or lift it 
up to lower or raise the window to the 
desired height.
From the driver’s seat, use switch:
 1  for the driver’s side;
  2  for the front passenger side.
From the front passenger seat, move 
the switch 3.
1
2
3
One-touch mode
Depending on the vehicle, this mode 
works in addition to the operation of the 
electric windows described previously. 
Briefly press or pull the switch  1 as far 
as it will go: the window will wind down 
or up fully. Pressing the switch again 
stops the window moving.
Note: if the driver’s window detects re-
sistance when closing (e.g. tree branch, 
etc.), it stops and then lowers again by 
a few centimetres.
Avoid resting any objects against 
a half-open window: there is a risk 
that the electric window could be 
damaged.
These systems operate  with the igni-
tion on or off, until one of the front doors 
is opened (limited to about 3 minutes).
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle 
with the key or remote con-
trol in it, leaving a child, 
adult who is not self-sufficient or a 
pet inside, even for a short while. 
They may pose a risk to themselves 
or to others by starting the engine 
or activating equipment (such as 
the gear lever or electric windows). 
If any part of the body becomes 
trapped, reverse the direction of the 
window immediately by pressing the 
relevant switch.
Risk of serious injury.
Closing windows can cause 
serious injury.   
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SUNROOF
1
– Partial opening:  press the switch 1 
on side 
\ until the desired 
amount of opening.
–  Full opening:  press the switch 1 on 
side 
\ for around 6 seconds.
–  To close: press the switch 1 on side 
[ for around 6 seconds.
Precautions during use
– check  that the sunroof is properly 
closed before leaving your vehicle;
– clean the seal every three months  using products recommended by our 
Technical Department;
–  Do not open  the sunroof immedi-
ately after it has rained or immedi-
ately after washing the vehicle.
–  vehicle with roof bars: Generally, it is not advisable to oper-
ate the sunroof.
Before using the sunroof, check the 
objects and/or accessories (bike 
racks, roof boxes, etc.) attached to 
the roof bars: they should be prop-
erly arranged and secured and 
should not interfere with the opera-
tion of the sunroof.
Contact an authorised dealer for de-
tails of possible conversions.
Operating faults
If the roof will not close, please consult 
an authorised dealer.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle 
with the key in the ignition 
and leaving a child, an adult 
who is not self-sufficient or a pet 
inside, even for a short while.
The reason for this is that the child 
may endanger himself or others by 
starting the engine, activating equip-
ment such as the window winders 
for example, or locking the doors.
If something gets caught, immedi-
ately reverse the direction of travel 
by pressing the switch 1  on side 
\.
Risk of serious injury.