DS Automobiles DS 5, Handbook

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ZEV mode
(all electric)
Zero emissions vehicle operation is assured
100 % by electric drive.
This mode allows
silent and clean running at
moderate speeds.
It can be activated when the
conditions allow, particularly
if the state of charge of high
voltage battery is sufficient (from
4 bars).
In AUTO mode, the electric motor :
- can power the vehicle on its own in "zero
emissions" electric running, depending
on the state of charge of the battery, if the
conditions specific to the vehicle are met
and if acceleration is moderate,
- supplements the HDi Diesel
engine
when moving off and changing
gear, during acceleration or when traction
from the front wheels is inadequate,
temporarily providing 4-wheel drive.
The electric motor can operate only at speeds
below 52 mph (85 km/h). It is no longer active
above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Refer to the special conditions for operation of
ZEV mode.
For more information on the special
conditions for the operation of
ZEV
mode, refer to the corresponding
section.
If the conditions do not allow ZEV mode to be
selected or maintained, the message " Electric
mode is not currently available " appears in
the screen. The ZEV indicator lamp flashes for
a few seconds then goes off and the indicator
lamp in the
AUTO position comes on.
In ZEV mode:
- range and acceleration capacity are
limited; the maximum speed is around
36 mph (60 km/h),
- under high load or a priority requirement
causing the start of the HDi Diesel engine,
the system changes automatically to
AUTO
mode.