2002.5 Peugeot 406 instrument panel
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AUTOMATIC SWITCHING ON
OF THE LIGHTS
Side lights and dipped beam head
lamps switch on automatically if the
light is poor, or during continuous
operation of the windscreen wipers.
They switch off as soon as the light
becomes bright enough or the wind
screen wipers stop.
This function is active when the vehi
cle is supplied to the customer.
To disarm or activate the function: Place the key in the accessories
position (1st notch),
Press the end of the lights stalk
for more than two seconds.
Note: In foggy weather, the bright
ness sensor can detect sufficient
light. Because of this, the lights do
not come on automatically.
Do not cover the brightness sen
sor connected to the rain sensor,
located in the windscreen behind
the mirror. It is used for automatic
switching on of the lights. Operating check
Activation
Activation of this function is accom
panied by an audible signal and the
message
"Automatic lighting of
the headlamps activated" on the
multi function display.
Note: Always operate the lighting
controls manually where this is pos
sible.
Disarming
Disarming of the function is accom
panied by an audible signal.
When driving, if this function is
switched off when the headlamps
would switch on in automatic mode,
the lights remain on.
It is however possible to disarm this
function and switch off the lights by:
manually switching off the lights using the lights stalk,
switching off the engine.
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If the brightness sensor does not
function correctly, the system acti
vates the function (the lights come
on).The driver is alerted by the flash
ing of the ''dipped beam'' warning
light on the instrument panel.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
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When there is a low level of bright
ness or at night, if you leave your
vehicle, the side lights and the
dipped beam lights may remain on
for approximately one minute.
To do this: place the lights stalk in the AUTO
position,
place the key in the accessories
position (first notch),
press the end of the lights stalk for
more than two seconds,
place the lights stalk in the 0posi
tion,
flash the headlamps,
get out of the car and lock it.
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THE AUTOMATIC AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX
The
4 gear 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 auto adaptive 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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Sport and Snow programmes
In addition to the auto adaptive pro
gramme, you have a choice of two
specific programmes. The pro
gramme selected is displayed on the
instrument panel.
Sport Programme Press button S, once the vehicle
has started and function D has
been selected.
The gearbox automatically favours
dynamic driving.
Snow programme
This programme favours starting
operations and drive to improve
traction. Press button , once the vehicle
has started and function Dhas
been selected.
The gearbox adapts to driving on
slippery roads.
Note: you can return to the auto
adaptive programme at any time. Press button Sor again to
cancel the programme selected. Difficulties in operation
Any disruption of the system is sig
nalled by the alternate flashing of the
Sport and Snow lights on the instru
ment panel.
In this case, the gearbox will operate
in downgrade mode (locked in 3rd
gear). You may feel a substantial
knock when reverse is selected fromP
to Ror from Nto R (without any
risk of damage to the gearbox). Do
not exceed 60 m.p.h. (100 km/h),
speed restrictions permitting.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
MANUAL GEARBOX
Reverse
To change to reverse gear, lift the
ring under the gear lever knob and
push the gear lever to the left then to
the front.
Reverse gear can only be
engaged when the vehicle is sta
tionary with the engine idling.
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Sport and Snow programmes
In addition to the auto adaptive pro
gramme, you have a choice of two
specific programmes. The pro
gramme selected is displayed on the
instrument panel.
Sport Programme Press button S, once the vehicle
has started and function D has
been selected.
The gearbox automatically favours
dynamic driving.
Snow programme
This programme favours starting
operations and drive to improve
traction. Press button , once the vehicle
has started and function Dhas
been selected.
The gearbox adapts to driving on
slippery roads.
Note: you can return to the auto
adaptive programme at any time. Press button Sor again to
cancel the programme selected. Difficulties in operation
Any disruption of the system is sig
nalled by the alternate flashing of the
Sport and Snow lights on the instru
ment panel.
In this case, the gearbox will operate
in downgrade mode (locked in 3rd
gear). You may feel a substantial
knock when reverse is selected fromP
to Ror from Nto R (without any
risk of damage to the gearbox). Do
not exceed 60 m.p.h. (100 km/h),
speed restrictions permitting.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
MANUAL GEARBOX
Reverse
To change to reverse gear, lift the
ring under the gear lever knob and
push the gear lever to the left then to
the front.
Reverse gear can only be
engaged when the vehicle is sta
tionary with the engine idling.
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Operating check
This is confirmed by an indi
cator light, accompanied
by an audible signal and a
message on the multi function dis
play.
With the ignition on (2nd notch), illu
mination of this warning light accom
panied by an audible signal and the
message "Passenger air bag dis
armed" on the multi function display,
indicates that the passenger air bag
is disarmed (switch in the "OFF"
position).
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Disarming the passenger
air bag*
To ensure the safety of your child,
it is essential to disarm the pas
senger air bag when you install a
rear facing child seat on the front
passenger seat. With the ignition switched off, insert
the key into the passenger air bag
disarming switch 1, turn it to the
"OFF" position, then remove the
key keeping the slot in this position.
The air bag warning light on the
instrument panel is lit throughout the
disarming process.
In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the
event of an impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the air bag slot to the "ON"posi
tion to re activate the air bag and
thus ensure the safety of your pas
senger in the event of an impact.
* According to destination. SIDE AIR BAGS
The side air bags are incorporated
into the backs of the front seats, on
the door side.
They are deployed independently of
each other, on whichever side the
collision occurs.
Operating check
This is confirmed by an indicator
light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multi
function display.
If this indicator light comes
on, accompanied by an
audible signal and the mes
sage "Air bag fault" on
the multi function display,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
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Operating check
This is confirmed by an indi
cator light, accompanied
by an audible signal and a
message on the multi function dis
play.
With the ignition on (2nd notch), illu
mination of this warning light accom
panied by an audible signal and the
message "Passenger air bag dis
armed" on the multi function display,
indicates that the passenger air bag
is disarmed (switch in the "OFF"
position).
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Disarming the passenger
air bag*
To ensure the safety of your child,
it is essential to disarm the pas
senger air bag when you install a
rear facing child seat on the front
passenger seat. With the ignition switched off, insert
the key into the passenger air bag
disarming switch 1, turn it to the
"OFF" position, then remove the
key keeping the slot in this position.
The air bag warning light on the
instrument panel is lit throughout the
disarming process.
In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the
event of an impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the air bag slot to the "ON"posi
tion to re activate the air bag and
thus ensure the safety of your pas
senger in the event of an impact.
* According to destination. SIDE AIR BAGS
The side air bags are incorporated
into the backs of the front seats, on
the door side.
They are deployed independently of
each other, on whichever side the
collision occurs.
Operating check
This is confirmed by an indicator
light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multi
function display.
If this indicator light comes
on, accompanied by an
audible signal and the mes
sage "Air bag fault" on
the multi function display,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
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CHECKING THE LEVELS
Engine
Checking the oil level
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. Maximum con
sumption is 0.5 litres per 600 miles
(1 000 km).
The oil level should be checked with
the vehicle level and the engine cold.There are two marks on
the dipstick:
A= maximum
B = minimum
Oil change: according to the manu
facturer's servicing schedule.
Dipstick. Never fill past the maxi mum mark A.
Oil level gauge on the instrument panel.
Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must
meet the manufacturer's require
ments.
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Oil filter
Change the filter regularly according
to the servicing schedule.
Used oil
Prevent used oil from coming into
prolonged contact with the skin.
Do not dispose of used oil into drains
or onto the ground.
To maintain the reliability of engines
and emission control systems, the
use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
Brakes and clutch
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid level:
The level should always be above
the DANGER mark on the reser
voir.
If the level drops substantially, con tact a PEUGEOT dealer imme
diately.
Fluid change
must be carried out according to the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
use fluids approved by the manu facturer, which fulfil DOT 4 stan
dards. Cooling system
Use the fluid approved by the manu
facturer.
When the engine is warm, the tem
perature of the coolant is controlled
by the engine fan. Because this fan
can operate with the ignition key
removed and because the cooling
system is pressurised, wait for at
least one hour after the engine has
stopped before carrying out any
work.
In the event of a breakdown and to
avoid any risk of burns, slacken the
cap to the first notch to release the
pressure. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
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CHANGING A FUSE
The fuse boxes are under the fascia
and in the engine compartment.
Fascia fuse box
Turn the three screws a quarter turn
with a coin.
Pull at Aand tilt the cover to access
the fuses. Removing and changing a fuse
Before changing a fuse you must find out the cause of the fa
ult and have it put
right. The fuse numbers are indicated on the fuse box.
Use the special pliers Aattached to the box.
Always change a faulty fuse for one of the same rating.
Correct Incorrect Pliers A
Remove the fascia panel lower trim to access the built in systems in terface.
Fuse no
. Rating Functions
A 20 A Locking/Unlocking, Deadlocking.
B 10 A Rear fog lamps.
.
C 40 A Demisting the mirrors.
D 15 A Rear screen wiper.
E 30 A Electric windows.
F15 A Supply to instrument panel
Display Audio equipment
Satellite navigation system
Air conditioning.
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