2002.5 Peugeot 406 brake light

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THE AUTOMATIC AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX
The
4gear automatic gearbox provides the comfort of integral automatic reg
ulation, enhanced by a sport programme (switchA) and a snow programme
(switch B).
Gear selection gate
– Move the lever in the gate to select one of the functions. Once the position has
been selected, the indicator light for that function is di splayed on the
instrument panel.
P ark (parking): for immobilisingthe vehicle and for startingthe engine, with the
handbrake on or off.
R everse: to drive in reverse gear(select this position when the vehicle is
stationary, engine at idle).
N eutral: for starting the engine and forparking, with the handbrake on.
D rive: to drive in autoadaptive mode (with automatic changing of the four
gears).
3 : for urban driving or for driving on winding roads(automatic changing of the
first three gears only).
2 : for mountain roads or for towing a trailer (automatic changing of the first
two gears only).
1 : for tackling steep gradients (selection of first gear only).
Special feature of the gearbox (1.8 and 2 litre petrol engi nes, 2 litre turbo
diesel HDI engine)
Selection of first gear is by pressing switch C, with the lever in position 2.
To change out of first gear, press switch Cagain or move the selector lever.
V6 Engine
1.8 litre and 2 litre petrol
engines, 2 litre turbo diesel
HDI engine

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The ESPsystem offers
increased safety during
normal driving, but should
not incite the driver to take
risks or to drive at high speed.
The operation of the system is
assured to the extent to which the
recommendations of the manufac
turer regarding the wheels (tyres
and wheel rims), the braking com
ponents, the electronic compo
nents and the assembly and repair
procedures within the PEUGEOT
network are respected.
After an accident or impact, have
the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
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TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP)
These systems are linked and com
plement the ABS.
The ASR system optimises drive to
prevent the wheels skidding, by act
ing on the brakes of the drive wheels
and on the engine. It also allows the
directional stability of the vehicle to
be improved on acceleration.
If there is a variation between the tra
jectory followed by the vehicle and
that required by the driver, the ESP
system automatically acts on the
engine and the brake of one or more
wheels, in order to put the vehicle
back on course.
Operation of the ASR and ESP
systems
When one of these two sys
tems is operating, this light
flashes. Handbrake
Applying
When parking, pull the handbrake to
immobilise your vehicle.
W
arning: when parking on a slope,
direct your wheels towards the pave
ment and apply the handbrake.
Releasing
Pull the handle and press the button
to release the handbrake.
Disarming the ESP / ASR systems
In certain conditions (vehicle stuck in
mud or snow, or on loose ground...),
it could prove useful to disarm the
ASR system to make the wheels
spin and regain grip. 
Press the switch "ESP OFF", sit
uated to the left of the steering
wheel.
The switch lights up and the indicator
lights come on, accompanied by the
message '' ASR/ESP deactivated''
on the multifunction display: the
ESP and ASR systems no longer
affect the operation of the engine or
the brakes.
They engage again: automatically when the ignition is
switched off,
 manually by pressing the switch
again.
Operating check When a system malfunction
occurs, the switch light
flashes and the indicator
light comes on.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to
check the system.

CRUISE CONTROL
Cruise control enables the vehicle to
maintain a steady speed pro
grammed by the driver, regardless of
the road characteristics and without
the driver having to touch the accel
erator or brake pedals.
In order for it to be memorised, the
vehicle speed must be greater than
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and
fourth or fifth gear must be engaged.
Operation Place switch 1 in the ON position.
A speed can be memorised. Place switch 1 in the OFF position
to cancel.
Memorising a speed
As soon as you reach the chosen
speed, press button 2or 3. This
memorises the speed, which will be
maintained automatically.
Note: It is possible to accelerate
momentarily without disarming the
cruise control. Cancelling the memorised
speed
If you wish to cancel the memorised
speed: 
Press button 4or the brake or
clutch pedal.
Recalling the memorised
speed
After cancellation, press button 4.
Your vehicle will return to the last
memorised speed.
Changing a memorised speed
To memorise a speed higher than
the previous one:  press button 3;
 release it when you have reached
the required speed.
To memorise a speed lower than the
previous one:  press button 2;
 release it when you have reached
the required speed.
Cancelling the cruise control  place switch 1in the OFFposition
or switch off the ignition.
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Do not use cruise control
on slippery roads or in
heavy traffic. THE ABS
ANTILOCK
BRAKING SYSTEM
When used with approved tyres in
good condition, the ABS increases
the stability and manoeuvrability of
your vehicle, particularly on poor or
slippery road surfaces.
The antilock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
EMERGENCY BRAKING
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
In an emergency, this system
enables the optimum braking pres
sure to be reached more quickly,
thus reducing the stopping distance.
It is triggered according to the speed
of activation of the brake pedal. The
effect of this is a reduction in the
resistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking efficiency. The normal operation of the ABS
may make itself felt by slight
vibrations of the brake pedal.
In emergency braking, press
very firmly without releasing
the pressure.
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Third brake light saloon
(5 W5W bulbs)
Lower the two metal clips on either
side of the light and slide the cover
towards the rear.
Remove the bulbholder.
Change the faulty bulb. Rear lights, saloon
1 Direction indicators (P 21 W).
2 Reversing lights (P 21 W).
3 Brake lights/Side lights (P 21/5 W).
4 Side lights (P 21/5 W).
5 Fog lamp (P 21 W).
These 5 bulbs are changed from inside the boot:
remove the retaining clips then release the carpet,
remove the connector by pressing the tab
A,
remove the bulb holder by squeezing the tabs,
change the faulty bulb.
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Rear lights, estate
Wing lights
To remove the trim, pull the handle
towards you and release the panel
upwards.Open the flap using the ignition key.
Remove the connector by pressing
the metal bar
A.
Unscrew the wing nut B.
Release the light. To gain access to the bulbs, press
the tabs and release the bulb holder.
1 Brake/side lights (P21/5 W).
2 Direction indicators (P 21 W).
Change the faulty bulb.
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Fuse N° RatingFunctions
11* 10ALeft hand main beam.
12* 10 A Right hand main beam.
13* 15 AHorn.
14 10 AFront and rear screen wash pump.
15* 30 A Ignition coil Windscreen wiper Oxygen sensor Oil pressure– Inj ection system.
16* 30A Air pump Oil temperature Oil level Brake lights operation Al ternator Water in diesel
detector Injection relay control.
17* 30APassenger's electric seat.
18 40A Heater blower Starter Windscreen wiper slow speed.
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Fuse N° RatingFunctions
1 shuntCentral air bag.
25 A Ventilation controls.
3 10 A Instrument panel.
45 A Ignition +ve signal for Builtin Systems Interface.
5 Not used.
6 10 ASteering wheel stalk.
7 15 AAlarm siren.
8 10 ASatellite navigation system.
95 A Battery +ve signal for Builtin Systems Interface.
10 15 A Audio equipment.
11 10 AThird brake light.
12 10 A Righthand brake light.
13 20 ADriver's electric window.
14 30 ARear window lift.
15 Battery +ve towing socket.
16 20 AMemorisation of seats.
17 20 APassenger's electric seat.
18 10 A Lighter lighting Display Lighting for switches and ash tray , automatic gearbox selector lever.
Fascia fuse box
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TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, BOAT ETC.
Only use original PEUGEOT tow
bars that have been tested and
approved from the design stage of
your vehicle.
The tow bar must be fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Your vehicle is basically designed for
transporting people and luggage but
it may also be used for towing a
trailer.
Driving with a trailer subjects the
towing vehicle to more significant
stress and its driver must be particu
larly careful.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance.
The maximum towing load must
be reduced by 10% for every
1000 metres of altitude.
Driving advice
Distribution of loads:
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it. Cooling:
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled,
its cooling capacity is not dependent
on the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to
lower the engine speed, and reduce
your speed.
The maximum towing speed on a
long slope depends on the gradient
and the outside temperature.
For vehicles fitted with a direct injec
tion petrol engine, after towing or dri
ving at high speed for a long period
of time, the fan may operate for
approximately 6 minutes.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.
If the warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
Tyres:
Check the tyre pressures of the tow
ing vehicle and the trailer, observing
the recommended pressures.
Brakes:
Towing increases the braking distance.
Lights:
Check the electrical signalling on the
trailer.
Side wind:
Take into acount the increased sen
sitivity to side wind.
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