2002.5 Peugeot 406 brake

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Automatic operation
Automatic changing of thefour
gears :
 Select function Din the gate.
The gearbox always selects the
most suitable gear on the basis of
the following parameters:
– driving style,
– road characteristics,
– the vehicle's load.
The gearbox operates in autoadap
tive mode without any action on
your part.
Moving off
With the engine running, to move off
with the selector lever in position
P:
 It is essential to press the brake
pedal to exit position P (shift
lock),
 Select the required function (R, D,
3 , 2 or 1)then gradually release
the pressure on the brake pedal;
the vehicle will move off
immediately.
You can also move off with the
selector lever in position N:
 Release the handbrake with your
foot on the brake,
 Select the required function (R,D ,
3 , 2 or 1)then gradually release
the pressure on the brake pedal;
the vehicle will move off
immediately.
DRIVING YOUR 406 147
When the engine is idling,
with the brakes not
applied, if function R,D, 3,
2 or 1is selected, the
vehicle will move even if you are
not accelerating.
For this reason, do not leave
children unsupervised inside
the vehicle, when the engine is
running.
When maintenance operations
need to be carried out with the
engine running, apply the hand
brake and select function P.
Never select function Nwhen the
vehicle is moving.
Never select functions Por R
unless the vehicle is stationary.
Do not change from one position
to another to improve braking effi
ciency on a slippery surface.
With the selector lever in position
P, it will be impossible to change
to another position if your battery
is flat.
Remarks
To obtain maximum acceleration
without touching the gear lever,
press the accelerator pedal down as
far as it will go (kickdown). The gear
box will change down automatically
or stay in the gear selected, up to
maximum engine speed.
When braking, the gearbox changes
down automatically so as to provide
efficient engine braking.
If you take your foot off the accelera
tor suddenly, the gearbox will not
change up, so as to improve safety.

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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.
DRIVING YOUR 406
150
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.
DRIVING YOUR 406 149
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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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 406
26
1.8 litre 16 V and 2 litre 16 V
petrol engines
1
Power steering.
2 Coolant reservoir. 3
Windscreen and headlamp
wash reservoir.
4 Battery.
5 Air filter. 6
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
7 Engine oil filler cap.
8 Dipstick.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 40627
2 litre 16 valve HPI petrol
injection engine
1
Power steering reservoir.
2 Coolant reservoir. 3
Windscreen and headlamp
wash reservoir.
4 Battery.
5 Air filter. 6
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
7 Engine oil filler cap.
8 Dipstick.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 406
28
2.2 litre 16 valve petrol engine
1
Power steering reservoir.
2 Coolant reservoir. 3
Windscreen and headlamp
wash reservoir.
4 Battery.
5 Air filter. 6
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
7 Engine oil filler cap.
8 Dipstick.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 40629
3 litre 24 valve V6 petrol
injection engine
1
Power steering reservoir.
2 Coolant reservoir. 3
Windscreen and headlamp
wash reservoir.
4 Battery.
5 Air filter. 6
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
7 Engine oil filler cap.
8 Dipstick.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 406
30
2 litre turbo diesel HDI engine
(90 bhp
/ 110 bhp)
1 Power steering.
2 Coolant reservoir. 3
Windscreen and headlamp
wash reservoir.
4 Battery.
5 Air filter. 6
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
7 Engine oil filler cap.
8 Dipstick.
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