ECO mode RENAULT TWINGO 2018 User Guide

2.15
MAINTENANCE AND ANTIPOLLUTION ADVICE
Your vehicle complies with criteria for
recycling and recovering vehicles at the
end of their service life which will come
into force in 2015.
Some parts of your vehicle have there-
fore been designed to facilitate future
recycling.
These parts are easy to remove so
that they can be recovered and reproc-
essed by recycling companies.
By virtue of its design, moderate fuel
consumption and initial settings, your
vehicle also conforms to current anti-
pollution regulations. The manufac-
turer is actively striving to reduce pol-
lutant exhaust gas emissions and to
save energy. But the fuel consumption
of your vehicle and the level of pollutant
exhaust gas emissions are also your
responsibility. Ensure that it is main-
tained and used correctly.
Maintenance
It is important to remember that fail-
ure to respect anti-pollution regulations
could lead to legal action being taken
against the vehicle owner.In addition, replacing engine, fuel
supply system and exhaust compo-
nents with parts other than those origi-
nally recommended by the manufac-
turer may alter your vehicle so that it
no longer complies with anti-pollution
regulations.
Have your vehicle adjusted and
checked by an authorised dealer, in ac-
cordance with the instructions given in
your maintenance schedule: they will
have all the equipment necessary for
ensuring that your vehicle is maintained
to its original standard.
Engine adjustments
– Spark plugs:
for optimum condi-
tions of use, output and performance
the specifications laid down by our
Design Department must be strictly
applied.
If the spark plugs have to be changed, use the make, type and gap specified
for your vehicle’s engine. Contact an
authorised dealer for this.
– Air filter, fuel filter: a choked ele-
ment will reduce efficiency. It must
be replaced.
– Ignition and idle speed: no adjust-
ment is needed.
Exhaust gas monitoring
system
The exhaust gas monitoring system will
detect any operating faults in the vehi-
cle’s antipollution system.
If this system malfunctions, toxic sub-
stances may be released into the at-
mosphere or damage may occur.
ÄThis warning light on the in-
strument panel will indicate if
there are any faults in the system:
This lights up when the ignition is
switched on and goes out when the
engine is started.
– If it lights up continuously, consult an approved Dealer as soon as possi-
ble;
– if it flashes, reduce the engine speed until the light stops flashing. Contact
an authorised dealer as soon as pos-
sible.

2.44
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.

2.45
Special circumstances
– If the road contours and bends
do not allow you to stay in auto-
matic mode (e.g.: in the mountains),
we recommend that you change to
manual mode.
This will prevent the automatic gear-
box from changing gears repeatedly
when climbing, and permit engine
braking on long descents.
– In cold weather, to prevent the
engine from stalling, wait a few mo-
ments before shifting the selector
lever from position P or N and en-
gaging D or R.
In very cold weather, the system
may prevent the gears from being
shifted in manual mode until the
gearbox reaches the right tempera-
ture.
Parking the vehicle
When the vehicle is stopped, move the
lever to position P while keeping your
foot on the brake pedal: the gearbox is
in neutral and the drive wheels are me-
chanically locked by the driveshaft.
Apply the handbrake.
An impact to the under-
side of the vehicle while
manoeuvring (e.g.: strik-
ing a post, raised kerb or
other street furniture) may result in
damage to the vehicle (e.g.: defor-
mation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have
your vehicle checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (3/4)

3.4
Switching air conditioning on
or off
The air conditioning is switched on
(warning light on) or off (warning light
off) using button 2.
The system cannot be switched on if
the control 3 is set to “0”.
The air conditioning system is used
for:
– lowering the temperature inside the
passenger compartment;
– eliminating condensation more quickly.
The controls(depending on vehicle)
1 Distribution of air in the passenger compartment.
2 Air conditioning.
3 Adjusting the ventilation speed.
4 De-icing/demisting of the rear screen and, depending on the vehicle, the
door mirrors.
5 Adjusting the air temperature.
6 Air recirculation.
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING, HEATING SYSTEM (1/3)
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6
7
Vehicles fitted with the ECO
mode (switch 7): when activated,
ECO mode can reduce the perform-
ance of the heating and/or air condi-
tioning. Please refer to the informa-
tion on “Driving advice, Eco-driving”
in Section 2.

3.9
Rear screen de-icing/
demisting
Press button 8 – the integrated indica-
tor light comes on. This function en-
ables rapid demisting or de-icing of the
rear screen and de-icing of the door
mirrors (on equipped vehicles).
To exit this function, press button 8
again. Demisting automatically stops.
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (3/4)
8
Switching air conditioning on
or off
In automatic mode, the system switches
the air conditioning system on or off,
depending on the climate conditions.
Press button 5 to switch off the air
conditioning; the integrated indicator
comes on.
5
Vehicles fitted with the ECO
mode (switch 9): once activated,
ECO mode can reduce the perform-
ance of the automatic air condition-
ing. Please refer to the information
on “Eco-driving” in Section 2.
9

3.11
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 operating instructions (1/2)
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.
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
environment
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.
MaintenanceRefer to the Maintenance Document
for your vehicle for the inspection fre-
quency.
Advice on use
In some situations (air conditioning off,
air recirculation activated, ventilation
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.
Use the air conditioning system reg-
ularly, even in cold weather, running
it at least once a month for approxi-
mately 5 minutes.
Vehicles equipped with
mode ECO
Once activated, ECO mode may
reduce air conditioning perform-
ance. Please refer to the informa-
tion on “Driving advice, Eco-driving”
in Section 2.

3.13
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.
It can be fitted to the driver’s window.
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.

3.14
ELECTRIC WINDOWS (2/2)
4
Manual window winders
Move the handle 4 to lower or raise the
window to the desired height.
Rear windows
To half-open the window, turn handle 5
(movement A) then lock it by pushing
the handle to the right.
Make sure it is properly latched into po-
sition when it is closed.
5
A
Operating faults
Electric windows
In case of a fault when closing a window,
the system reverts to normal mode:
pull the switch concerned up as often
as necessary to fully close the window
(the window will close gradually), hold
the switch (still on the closure side) for
three seconds then lower and raise the
window fully to reinitialise the system.
If necessary, contact an approved
Dealer.
When closing the windows,
ensure that no part of the
body (arm, hand, etc.) is
protruding from the vehicle.
Risk of serious injury.

7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
driving recommendations ...................................... 2.11 → 2.14
E
ECO driving ........................................................... 2.11 → 2.14
ECO mode ........................................................................\
. 2.12
electric beam height adjustment ............................. 1.62 – 1.63
electric windows ..................................................... 3.13 – 3.14
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.26 → 2.29
emergency brake assist.........................................2.26 → 2.29
emergency braking ................................................2.26 → 2.29
engine access .................................................................\
........... 4.2
technical specifications .................................................. 6.5
engine access flap ............................................................... 4.2
engine coolant ..................................................................... 4.8
engine oil ...................................................................4.3 → 4.5
engine oil capacity ...................................................... 4.4 – 4.5
engine oil level ...........................................................4.3 → 4.5
engine specifications .................................................... 6.3, 6.5
engine standby ..........................................................2.5 → 2.8
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.16
ESC: electronic stability control ....................1.46, 2.26 → 2.29
external temperature ......................................................... 1.57
F
faults operating faults ................................................5.30 → 5.35
filter air filter ........................................................................\
. 4.10
oil filter .................................................................. 4.4 – 4.5
passenger compartment filter ...................................... 4.10
fitting a radio ...................................................................... 5.16
fittings ...............................................................\
.....3.17 → 3.21
front engine cover ....................................................... 4.6 – 4.7
front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.36
front seat adjustment ......................................................... 1.11 front seats
adjustment ........................................................ 1.11 – 1.12
fuel advice on fuel economy ................................... 2.11 → 2.14
consumption ................................ 1.52 – 1.53, 2.11 → 2.14
filling ......................................................... 1.44, 1.68 – 1.69
grade ................................................................. 1.68 – 1.69
fuel consumption ...................... 1.52 – 1.53, 2.11 → 2.14, 3.11
fuel economy ......................................................... 2.11 → 2.14
fuel filler cap ........................................................... 1.68 – 1.69
fuel level ................................................................... 1.44, 1.49
fuel tank capacity ...............................................................\
......... 1.68
fuel tank capacity .................................................... 1.68 – 1.69
fuses ..................................................................\
....5.17 → 5.19
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.10
glove box ........................................................................\
... 3.17
grab handle........................................................................\
3.21
H
handbrake........................................................................\
.. 2.10
hands-free telephone integrated control ............................ 3.30
hazard warning lights signal .............................................. 1.61
headlight beam adjustment .................................... 1.62 – 1.63
headrest........................................................................\
..... 3.23
heated seats ...................................................................... 1.11
heated windscreen ..................................................3.7 → 3.10
heating and air conditioning system ........................ 3.4 → 3.11
heating system ........................................................3.4 → 3.12
Hill Start Assist.......................................................2.26 → 2.29
horn ...................................................................\
................ 1.61
horn: flash ..................................................................\
........... 1.61