Renault Boreal

This system enables a reduced fuel consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started.

When driving, the system stops the engine (standby) when the vehicle is at a standstill.

The warning light is displayed on the instrument panel.

Conditions for engine standby

The vehicle has set off from where it was parked;

For vehicles equipped with automatic gearboxes:

• the gear selector is in position D or N;

and

• the brake pedal is depressed (sufficiently hard);

Depending on the vehicle, if the indicator light flashes and the message "Press brake pedal" is displayed on the instrument panel, it will mean the brake pedal is not pressed sufficiently;

and

• the accelerator pedal is not depressed;

and

• the speed is zero.

The engine will remain on standby if position P is selected, or if position N is selected with the handbrake engaged and the brake pedal released.

For all vehicles:

The warning light on the instrument panel remains lit while the engine is on stand by. The vehicle equipment remain operational while the engine is stopped.

When the engine is in stand by mode, the power steering may not operate.

In this case, it will start to operate again when the engine is no longer in standby mode or if the vehicle is moving faster than approximately 1 mph (e.g. on a downhill slope).

Preventing activation of engine standby mode

In certain situations, when crossing a junction for instance, it is possible to keep the engine running while the system is active, ready to move off quickly.

For vehicles equipped with automatic gearboxes:

Keep the vehicle stationary without pressing too hard on the brake pedal.

Coming out of engine standby mode

For vehicles equipped with automatic gearboxes:

• when the driver's door is opened;

or

• when the driver's seat belt is not fastened;

or

• when the brake pedal is release, position D is engaged;

or

• when the brake pedal is released, position N is engaged and the handbrake is released;

or

• when the brake pedal is pressed again, position P is engaged or position N is engaged with the parking brake engaged Automatic gearbox, electronic lever;

or

• the accelerator pedal is pressed;

or

• when position R is engaged;

or

• when, depending on the vehicle, the gear paddles are used in manual mode (M).

Special note: depending on the vehicle, if you switch off the ignition when the engine is on standby, the warning light may appear for a few seconds on the instrument panel.

Conditions preventing standby mode

Certain conditions prevent the system from using the engine standby function, including when:

• the driver's door is not closed;
• Seat belt reminder warning light
• reverse gear is engaged;
• the bonnet is not locked;
• The outside temperature is very low or very high;
• the battery is not sufficiently charged;
• the difference between the vehicle's internal temperature and the automatic climate control set point is too great;
• the Park Assist function is working;
• the altitude is very high;
• on steep slopes, for vehicles equipped with an automatic gearbox;
• The "Clear View" function is activated Automatic climate control;
• the engine temperature is too low;
• the anti-pollution system is regenerating;
• ...

The warning light appears on the instrument panel to indicate that engine standby is not available.

Special feature of the automatic engine re-start

Under certain conditions, the engine can restart on its own in order to guarantee your safety and comfort.

This can occur when:

• The outside temperature is very low or very high;
• The "Clear View" function is activated Automatic climate control;
• the battery is not sufficiently charged;
• the vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h) (downhill slope, etc.);
• the brake pedal is pressed repeatedly or there is a requirement of the braking system;
• ...

the indicator light is displayed on the instrument panel to notify you of the automatic engine reset.

Deactivating, activating the function

Press the switch 1 to deactivate the function. The message "Stop & Start deactivated" is displayed on the instrument panel and the switch indicator light 1 goes on.

Pressing this again will reactivate the system. The message "Stop & Start Activated" is displayed on the instrument panel and the switch indicator light 1 goes on.

The system is automatically reactivated each time the vehicle is started using the start button Ignition switch.

Operating faults

When the "Check Stop & Start" message appears on the instrument panel accompanied by the illumination of the switch 1 indicator light, this indicates that the system is deactivated.

Consult an approved Dealer.