These vehicles operate by bi-fuelling using two types of fuel: LPG and petrol. They have two separate tanks Fuel tank.

What is LPG?

Liquefied petroleum gas that complies with standard EN 589, or the equivalent national regulations.

It can be readily identified by its characteristic smell.

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LPG/petrol fuel mode selection control 1

This enables the driver to manually switch from one fuel mode to another.

The 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light appears in grey on the instrument panel to indicate that the system is waiting for the required conditions to met before switching to LPG mode.

The 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light appears in white to indicate that LPG mode is activated.

Fuel gauge warning light

The display 2 indicates the level in the LPG tank.

The amount of LPG indicated is an indicative value.

The "LPG low level" message accompanied by the 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light in white and the 1_ALL_790_1_pictogramme.png warning light in yellow on the instrument panel 2, accompanied by a beep.

This indicates that the tank is almost empty and that the engine is operating using the reserve fuel tank.

Press switch 3 "OK", 4 or 5 to clear the message and the warning lights.

Changing fuel while driving

To switch from petrol mode to LPG mode manually

Press control 1.

The transition to LPG is made during the first acceleration:

  • the LPG fuel level is activated on the display 2;
  • the 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light appears in grey to confirm the selection of LPG mode, then it appears in white when LPG mode is activated.

To switch from LPG mode to petrol mode manually

Release the accelerator pedal and press the control 1.

The 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light disappears and the display 2 indicates that Petrol mode is activated.

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To access the information and to reset the LPG trip settings Trip computer.

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While the fuel tank is empty, the vehicle cannot start or drive in LPG mode only.

Operation using LPG/petrol bi-fuel requires the presence of petrol (for starting, high acceleration, cold temperatures, etc.).

If the orange 2_ALL_522_1_pictogramme.png warning light appears on the instrument panel accompanied by a beep, fill the tank with at least 1.76 gal (8 litres) of fuel.

Automatically switching from LPG mode to petrol mode

Depending on the vehicle, under certain conditions of use, the system may opt to temporarily switch back to petrol mode.

The 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light appears in grey to warn you.

If the conditions are met again, it will then automatically switch back to LPG mode and the 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png warning light will appear in white.

Note: after several unfruitful attempts, the system may decide to remain in Petrol mode for the current journey.

A new attempt may be made after the engine has been stopped completely for about one minute.

LPG tank empty

If there is no more LPG remaining in the tank then the system automatically switches to petrol mode.

This will be indicated by the appearance of the "LPG tank empty" message and the 1_ALL_790_1_pictogramme.png warning light accompanied by a beep.

The warning light 1_ALL_872_1_pictogramme.png goes out. Fill up with LPGFuel tank

Operating faults

In the event of a fault that could impair the correct operation of the engine, the "LPG not available" message appears and the system automatically switches from LPG mode to Petrol mode.

This is confirmed by the appearance of the "Check LPG system" message and the 1_ALL_869_1_pictogramme.png warning light on the instrument panel 2.

Contact your approved Dealer as soon as possible;

If driving under severe conditions

In cold weather (temperatures below 10°C) and depending on the quality of the gas used, the system may automatically manage the conditions for switching between LPG mode and Petrol mode.

Note: on vehicles that are equipped, it is recommended that you use ECO mode in these conditions (particularly below 0°C) in order to maximise the use of LPG mode Driving advice, eco-driving.

In the event of an accident

The main precautions to be taken are the same as with petrol vehicles:

  • apply the parking brake;
  • stop the engine (a safety device that stops LPG from entering the engine is automatically triggered);
  • switch off the ignition;
  • observe local regulations.
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LPG has a very specific smell so you will be able to detect any leaks easily. If you smell gas in your vehicle or around your vehicle:

  • switch to petrol mode immediately and make sure that there are no flames or sources of fire near the vehicle;
  • go to an authorised dealer.
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Do not touch, hit or dismantle any part of the LPG system components.