Renault 5
Introduction
When releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle uses regenerative braking to slow down.
Some of this energy is converted to electricity to recharge the traction battery.
D/B mode or the paddles behind the steering wheel can be used to increase or decrease regenerative braking.
warning
The regenerative braking should under no circumstances be used as a substitute for the brake pedal.
tip
If driving in a mountainous area or under certain conditions (full traction battery, hot engine, etc.), the regenerative braking system may become unavailable.
In this case, when you lift your foot off the accelerator pedal, the "engine" brake becomes gradually unavailable (within a few seconds) to alert the driver.
Full braking capability can be maintained by pressing the brake pedal to limit the vehicle's speed.
Regenerative braking change paddles 1 and 2
Depending on the vehicle, paddles 1 and 2 can be used to change the regenerative braking level when the gear lever is in position D:
- pull paddle 1 to increase the regenerative braking level;
- pull paddle 2 to decrease the regenerative braking level.
The paddles can only be operated in D position. It is not possible to use paddles when the cruise control or adaptive cruise control is activated Cruise control and Stop and Go adaptive cruise control.
Driving with paddles
Regenerative braking levels
The 3 warning light informs you of the regenerative braking level:
- A: "Free-wheel" level for gentle, economical driving. Requires you to drive with greater anticipation;
- B: low regenerative braking level;
- C: average regenerative braking level;
- D: (depending on vehicle) maximum regenerative braking level and One Pedal function activated.
One Pedal function
On equipped vehicles, the One Pedal function facilitates driving in built-up areas or heavy traffic, mainly by using the accelerator pedal.
When you release the accelerator pedal sufficiently, the vehicle decelerates until it comes to a complete stop.
When you release the accelerator pedal completely, the regenerative braking level is at its maximum.
Press the accelerator pedal sufficiently to regain speed.
Activation
With the lever in D position, press the paddle 1 as many times as necessary until the "One Pedal activated" message appears. The ONE PEDAL warning light 3 appears, accompanied by a beep, to confirm that it is activated.
tip
The One Pedal function does not make an emergency stop and its braking performance is limited.
warning
This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
Note: with your vehicle stationary, the "One Pedal" function activated and the lever in D position, the vehicle will not move when you release the brake pedal.
Put on standby
The One Pedal function goes on standby when the R, N or P position is engaged.
The ONE PEDAL warning light is displayed in grey on the instrument panel.
The function reactivates in D position when the vehicle is restarted and the vehicle speed is above approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). The ONE PEDAL warning light appears in blue to confirm reactivation.
Note: the parking brake is applied automatically when the vehicle remains stationary for more than approximately three minutes.
Deactivation
To deactivate the function:
- while driving, press the paddle 2;
- when stationary, press the brake pedal and then the paddle 2.
The "One Pedal deactivated" message is displayed on the instrument panel. The ONE PEDAL warning light 3 disappears, accompanied by a beep, to confirm deactivation.
The function deactivates automatically when the engine stops.
Limits of operation
- On low-grip surfaces (frost, snow, etc.), the function may cause significant deceleration. It is recommended to use the first levels A or B and to use the brake pedal to manage heavy deceleration and stopping phases Driving with paddles;
- In the case of a steep slope, with the accelerator pedal released, the One Pedal function may not be sufficient to keep the vehicle stationary. Make sure the vehicle is stationary by pressing the brake pedal, activating the electronic parking brake or, depending on the vehicle, the handbrake.
Operating faults
If the system detects an operating fault, the ""One Pedal unavailable message appears on the instrument panel. The function is no longer available. Consult an approved dealer.