Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts do not allow the engine to reach optimum operating temperature. This results in a significant increase in consumption levels (from +15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and emission of harmful substances.
Traffic situations and road conditions
Rather high consumption levels are tied to situations with heavy traffic, for example in queues with frequent use of the lower gears or in cities with many traffic lights. Also winding mountain roads and rough road surfaces adversely affect consumption.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g.: level crossings) the engine should be switched off.
See also:
Bonnet
To open the bonnet
This should only be done when the vehicle is stationary.
Before opening the bonnet, check the windscreen wiper arms are not lifted from
the windscreen.
1) Pull the yellow leve ...
Low engine oil pressure
(red)
EXHAUST OIL
(Multijet versions) (red)
Low engine oil pressure
Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go
out as soon as the engine is started.
On certa ...
Tire Pressure
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation
of your vehicle. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure:
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tire ...