Renault Twingo (2018 year). Instruction — part 6

2.12

Mode ECO

ECO mode is a function which opti-

mises fuel consumption. It acts on all

elements which consume fuel (engine

power, heating and/or air conditioning,

etc).

Activating the function
Press the switch 3.

The warning light



comes on on

the instrument panel to confirm activa-

tion.
While driving, it is possible to leave the

ECO mode temporarily in order to im-

prove engine performance.
To do this, press the accelerator pedal

firmly and fully.
ECO mode is reactivated when you

take pressure off the accelerator pedal.

Disabling the function
Press the switch 3.

The warning light



goes out on

the instrument panel to confirm deac-

tivation.

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

(2/4)

An overall rating from 0 to 100 is dis-

played to let you assess your eco driv-

ing performance. The higher the score,

the better your eco-driving perform-

ance.

Eco advice is given to help improve

your performance.

With your favourite journeys saved, you

can evaluate your performance.

For more information, please see the

multimedia system instructions.

2.13

Driving advice and ECO

driving

Behaviour
– Drive carefully for the first few miles

until the engine reaches its normal

operating temperature, rather than

let it warm up while the vehicle is sta-

tionary.

– Speed is expensive.

– Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive

with a light right foot.

– Do not overrev the engine in the in-

termediate gears.

You should always use the highest

gear possible.

Obstructions to the driver

On the driver’s side, only

use mats suitable for the

vehicle, attached with the

pre-fitted components, and check

the fitting regularly. Do not lay one

mat on top of another.

There is a risk of wedging the

pedals

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

(3/4)

– Avoid sudden acceleration.

– Brake as little as possible. If you an-

ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad-

vance, you may then simply release

the accelerator pedal.

– Do not try to maintain the same

speed up a hill, accelerate no more

than you would on the level. Keep

your foot in the same position on the

accelerator pedal.

– Double declutching and accelerating

before switching off are unnecessary

in modern vehicles.

– Bad weather, flooded roads:

Do not drive through

floods if the water is

above the lower edge of

the wheel rims.

2.14

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

(4/4)

Advice on use
– Favour the ECO mode.

– Electricity is fuel; switch off all the

electrical components which are

not really needed. However (safety

first), keep your lights on when the

visibility is bad (“see and be seen”).

– Use the air vents. Driving with the

windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)

will increase fuel consumption by

4%.

– Never fill the fuel tank right to the

brim to avoid overflow.

– In vehicles fitted with air condi-

tioning, it is normal to observe an

increase in fuel consumption (es-

pecially in urban conditions) when

it is used. For vehicles fitted with

manual air conditioning, switch off

the system when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption

and therefore helping to preserve

the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the

sun, open the doors for a few mo-

ments to let the hot air escape before

starting the engine.

– Do not leave an empty roof rack

fitted to the vehicle.

– Avoid using the car for door-to-door

calls (short journeys with long waits

in between) because the engine

never reaches its normal operating

temperature.

Tyres
– An underinflated tyre increases fuel

consumption.

– The use of non-recommended tyres

can increase fuel consumption.

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.

Ä

This 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.

2.16

ENVIRONMENT

Your vehicle has been designed with

respect for the environment in mind for

its entire service life: during production,

use and at the end of its life.

This commitment is illustrated by the of

the manufacturer eco² signature.

Manufacture

Your vehicle has been manufactured at

a factory which complies with a policy

to reduce the environmental impact

on the surrounding areas (reduction of

water and energy consumption, visual

and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-

sions and waste water; sorting and re-

using waste).

Emissions

In usage phase, your vehicle was de-

signed to emit fewer greenhouse gases

(CO2) and therefore consume less fuel.
Our vehicles are also equipped with a

particle filter system including a cata-

lytic converter, an oxygen sensor and

an active carbon filter (the latter pre-

vents vapour from the fuel tank being

released into the open air).

Please make your own

contribution towards

protecting the environment

too

– Worn parts replaced in the course of

routine vehicle maintenance (vehi-

cle battery, oil filter, air filter, batter-

ies, etc.) and oil containers (empty or

filled with used oil) must be disposed

of through specialist organisations.

– At the end of the vehicle’s service

life, it should be sent to approved

centres to ensure that it is recycled.

– In all cases, comply with local legis-

lation.

Recycling

Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and

95% recoverable.
To achieve these objectives, many of

the vehicle components have been de-

signed to enable them to be recycled.

The materials and structures have

been carefully designed to allow these

components to be easily removed and

reprocessed by specialist companies.
In order to preserve raw material re-

sources, this vehicle incorporates nu-

merous parts made from recycled plas-

tics or renewable materials (vegetable

or animal-derived materials such as

cotton or wool).

2.17

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(1/9)

If fitted on the vehicle, this system

warns the driver of pressure loss in one

or several tyres.

A

System identification

There are two tyre pressure loss warn-

ing systems:
– System A: can be seen on the

label A in the vehicle. To verify its

presence, open the driver’s door.

– System B: can be seen on the

label A in the vehicle.

A

2.18

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(2/9)

1

SYSTEM A

Operating principle
This system detects a loss of pressure

in one of the tyres by measuring the

wheel speed while driving.

Warning light



1 comes on to

alert the driver in the event of insuffi-

cient pressure (deflated wheel, punctu-

red tyre, etc.).

Operating conditions
The system should be reset with an

inflation pressure equal to that given

on the tyre inflation pressure label.

Otherwise it risks not giving a reliable

warning in the event of a significant loss

of pressure. Please refer to the informa-

tion on “Tyre pressures” in Section 4.
In the following situations, the system

risk coming into action late or not func-

tioning correctly:
– system not reset after reinflation or

any operation on the wheels;

– system badly reset: different inflation

pressures from the recommended

pressures;

– significant change in load or distribu-

tion of load on one side of the vehi-

cle;

– sporty driving with strong accelera-

tion;

– driving on snowy or slippery surface;

– driving with snow chains;

– fitting a single new tyre;

– use of tyres not approved by the net-

work.

– ...

This function is an addi-

tional driving aid.
The function does not take

the place of the driver. It

cannot, therefore, under any cir-

cumstances replace the vigilance or

the responsibility of the driver.
Check the tyre pressures, including

the emergency spare wheel, once a

month.

2.19

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(3/9)

SYSTEM A (cntd.)

Resetting the standard level for the

tyre pressures
This should be done:
– after each reinflation or readjustment

of the pressure of one of the tyres;

– when the standard tyre pressure

needs to be changed to adapt to

usage conditions (empty, carrying a

load, motorway driving, etc.);

– after changing a wheel;
– after using the tyre inflation kit;
– after swapping a wheel (however,

this practice is not recommended).

It should always be done after checking

the tyre pressure of all four tyres when

cold.
Tyre pressures must correspond to the

current usage of the vehicle (empty,

carrying a load, motorway driving, etc.).

2

3

Resetting procedure

With the ignition on, depending on the

vehicle:
– repeatedly press button 2 or 3 to

select the “SET



” warning light

on the display B;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

button 2 or 3 to start initialisation.

When the “SET



” warning light

flashes for around five seconds, this

indicates that the reset request for

the tyre pressure reference value

has been taken into account.

Or
– repeatedly press the button 2 to

select the “SET



” warning light

on the display B;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

the button 2 to start initialisation. The

flashing, lasting around five seconds,

followed by a constant display of the

“SET



” indicates that the reset

request for the tyre pressure refer-

ence value has been taken into ac-

count.

Reinitialisation is carried out after a few

minutes’ driving.

B

2.20

System unavailable

Warning light



1 flashes for sev-

eral seconds, then stays on.

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(4/9)

The sudden loss of pressure in a

tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be de-

tected by the system.

SYSTEM A (cntd.)

Inflate tyres and reset

The



1 warning light comes on

(not flashing).
This indicates that at least one tyre is

flat or punctured.

In the event of a flat tyre, inflate the re-

levant tyre.

In the event of a puncture, change the

tyre or consult an authorised dealer.

Check and readjust the pressure of the

four tyres when cold, and launch the

reinitialisation of the tyre pressure refe-

rence value.

Warning light



1 goes out after

launching the reset of the tyre pressure

reference value.
System to be checked

Warning light



1 flashes for sev-

eral seconds, then stays on. This warn-
ing light appears along with the

©

warning light.
They indicate a system fault. Please

consult an authorised dealer.

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2.21

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(5/9)

SYSTEM A (cntd.)

Readjustment of tyre pressures
The tyre pressures must be adjusted

when cold (please refer to the label lo-

cated on the edge of the driver’s door).
If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the recom-

mended pressures should be increased

by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.
After each reinflation or readjustment of

the tyre pressure, launch the reinitiali-

sation of the tyre pressure reference

value.

Replacing wheels/tyres
Only use equipment approved by the

brand network, or the system risks

being activated late or not operating

correctly. Please see the information on

“Tyres” in Section 5.
After each change of wheel/tyre, read-

just the tyre pressure and launch the

reinitialisation of the tyre pressure ref-

erence value.

Tyre repair product and inflation kit
Only use equipment approved by the

brand network, or the system risks

being activated late or not operating

correctly. Please refer to “Tyre inflation

kit” in Section 5.
After using the tyre inflation kit, readjust

the tyre pressure and launch the reini-

tialisation of the tyre pressure reference

value.

2.22

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(6/9)

SYSTEM B

Operating principle
Each wheel (except for the emergency

spare wheel) has a sensor in the infla-

tion valve which periodically measures

the tyre pressure while driving.

Warning light



1 comes on to

alert the driver in the event of insuffi-

cient pressure (deflated wheel, punctu-

red tyre, etc.).

1

Resetting the standard level for the

tyre pressures
This should be done:

– when the standard tyre pressure

needs to be changed to adapt to

usage conditions (empty, carrying a

load, motorway driving, etc.);

– after swapping a wheel (however

this practice is not recommended);

– after changing a wheel.
It should always be done after checking

the tyre pressure of all four tyres when

cold.
Tyre pressures must correspond to the

current usage of the vehicle (empty,

carrying a load, motorway driving, etc.).

This function is an addi-

tional driving aid.
The function does not take

the place of the driver. It

cannot, therefore, under any cir-

cumstances replace the vigilance or

the responsibility of the driver.
Check the tyre pressures, including

the emergency spare wheel, once a

month.

2.23

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(7/9)

SYSTEM B (cntd.)

Resetting procedure
With the ignition on, depending on the

vehicle:

– repeatedly press button 2 or 3 to

select the “SET



” warning light

on the display B;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

button 2 or 3 to start initialisation.

When the “SET” warning light flashes

for around five seconds, this indicates

that the reset request for the tyre pres-

sure reference value has been taken

into account.
Reinitialisation is carried out after a few

minutes’ driving.
Note: the standard tyre pressure

cannot be less than that recommended

and indicated on the door frame.
Or
– repeatedly press the button 2 to

select the “SET



” warning light

on the display B;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

the button 2 to start initialisation. The

flashing, lasting around five seconds,

followed by a constant display of the

“SET



” indicates that the reset

request for the tyre pressure refer-

ence value has been taken into ac-

count.

2

3

B

Reinitialisation is carried out after a few

minutes’ driving.

2.24

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(8/9)

SYSTEM B (cntd.)

Inflate tyres

The



1 warning light comes on

(not flashing).

This indicates that at least one tyre is

flat.
Check and, if necessary, readjust the

pressures of the four wheels when cold.

The warning light



1 goes off after

a few minutes’ driving.

The sudden loss of pressure in a

tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be de-

tected by the system.

Puncture

Warning light



1 comes on steady,

accompanied by a beep and warning
light

®

.

They indicate that at least one wheel

is punctured or severely underinfla-

ted. Replace it or contact an authorised

dealer if it is punctured. Top up the tyre

pressure if the wheel is deflated.

Warning light

®

re-

quires you to stop immedi-

ately, for your own safety,

as soon as traffic conditions

allow.

Check tyre sensors

The warning light



1 flashes for

several seconds, then stays on, along
with the warning light

©

.

These indicate that at least one of the

sensors is defective or missing. In other

cases, contact an authorised dealer.

1

2.25

SYSTEM B (cntd.)

Readjustment of tyre pressures
The tyre pressures must be adjusted

when cold (please refer to the label lo-

cated on the edge of the driver’s door).

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the recom-

mended pressures must be increased

by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(9/9)

Replacing wheels/tyres
This system requires specific equip-

ment (wheels, tyres, hubcaps, etc.).

Please see the information on “Tyres”

in Section 5.

Contact an approved Dealer to fit new

tyres and to find out about available ac-

cessories compatible with the system

and available from your dealer net-

work: the use of any other accessory

could affect the correct operation of the

system or damage a sensor.

Emergency spare wheel
If the vehicle is equipped with an emer- -

gency spare wheel, it will not have a

sensor. When it is fitted on the vehicle,

the warning light



flashes for sev-

eral seconds, then stays on, together
with the warning light

©

.

Tyre repair product and inflation kit
Because the valves are specially desi-

gned, only use equipment approved by

the approved network. Please refer to

“Tyre inflation kit” in Section 5.

2.26

Depending on the vehicle, this is com-

posed of:

– anti-lock braking system (ABS);

– electronic stability control (ESC)

with understeer control, traction

control and assistance with side

winds;

– emergency brake assist;

– hill start assistance.

Operating faults:

–

©

and

x

come on on the

instrument panel: ABS, ESC and

emergency brake assist are deacti-

vated. Braking is always enabled;

–

x

,

D

,

©

and

®

come on on the instrument panel:

this indicates a fault in the brak-

ing system.

In both cases, consult an approved

Dealer.

Anti-lock braking system

(ABS)

Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents

the wheels from locking, allowing the

stopping distance to be managed and

keeping control of the vehicle.

Under these circumstances, the vehi-

cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle

whilst braking. In addition, this system

can increase stopping distances, par-

ticularly on roads with low surface grip

(wet ground etc.).

You will feel a pulsation through the

brake pedal each time the system is

activated. The ABS does not in any

way improve the vehicle's physical per-

formance relating to the road surface

and road-holding. It is still essential to

follow the rules of good driving practice

(such as driving at a safe distance from

the vehicle in front etc.).

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(1/4)

These functions are an ad-

ditional aid in the event of

critical driving conditions,

enabling the vehicle behav-

iour to be adapted to suit the driving

conditions.
The functions do not take the place

of the driver. They do not increase

the vehicle’s limits and should

not encourage you to drive more

quickly. Therefore, they can under

no circumstances replace the vigi-

lance or responsibility of the driver

when manoeuvring the vehicle (the

driver must always be ready for

sudden incidents which may occur

when driving).

In an emergency, apply firm and

continuous pressure to the brake

pedal. There is no need to pump

it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-

late the force applied in the braking

system.

Your braking systems

are partially operational.

However, it is dangerous

to brake suddenly and

it is essential to stop immediately,

as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Contact an approved dealer.

2.27

Electronic stability control

(ESC) with understeer

control, traction control and

assistance with side winds

Electronic stability control ESC
This system helps you to keep control

of the vehicle in critical driving condi-

tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip

on a bend, etc.).

A sensor in the steering wheel detects

the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle

measure the actual direction.
The system compares driver input to

the actual trajectory of the vehicle and

corrects the trajectory if necessary by

controlling the braking of certain wheels

and/or engine power. In the event that

the system is engaged, indicator light



flashes on the instrument panel.

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(2/4)

Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the

ESC in the case of pronounced under-

steer (loss of front axle road holding).

Assistance with side winds
This system optimises the action of the

ESC and also helps to control the vehi-

cle in case of variation of side winds.

It helps maintain the vehicle trajectory

through the use of the brakes.
If the system is activated, the indicator

light



may flash on the instrument

panel.

Traction control
This system helps to limit wheelspin of

the drive wheels and to control the ve-

hicle when pulling away accelerating or

decelerating.

Using the wheel sensors, the system

measures and compares the speed of

the drive wheels at all times and slows

down their over-rotation. If a wheel is

starting to slip, the system brakes au-

tomatically until the drive supplied be-

comes compatible with the level of grip

under the wheel again.

The system also adjusts the engine

speed to the grip available under the

wheels, independently of the pressure

exerted on the accelerator pedal.

Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the warning lights

©

and



appear on the instrument panel.

In this case, the ESC and traction con-

trol system are deactivated.
Consult an approved dealer.