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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
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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 de activated''
on the multi function 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.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 406
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Anti theft bolts*
If your wheels are fitted with an anti
theft bolt (one per wheel), the
chrome trim and then the plastic
cover must be removed using tool 7,
before unscrewing the bolt using one
of the two anti theft sockets (which
were given to you on delivery of your
vehicle along with the duplicate keys
and the confidential card) and the
wheel brace 1.
Note: make a careful note of the
code number engraved on the head
of the anti theft socket. This will
enable you to obtain duplicate anti
theft sockets from a Peugeot dealer.
* According to model and destination
Special features of alloy
wheels
Bolt covers
Alloy wheel bolts are covered by
chrome trims.
Use tool
7to remove the trims before
slackening the bolts. Fitting the spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with a steel
spare wheel, when fitting it, it is
normal
to notice when tightening the
bolts that the washers do not come
into contact with the rim. The spare
wheel is secured by the cone shape
of each bolt.
Fitting snow tyres
If you fit snow tyres mounted on steel
wheels to your vehicle, it is essential
to use special bolts available from
your PEUGEOT dealer.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 406
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406 ACCESSORIES
For your PEUGEOT only use accessories and original parts approved by the manufacturer.
These accessories and parts are all adapted to your PEUGEOT, after being tested and approved for reliability and safety,
which PEUGEOT cannot guarantee for other products.
A wide choice of original accessories, approved by PEUGEOT, is availa ble through the dealer network. They all carry the
PEUGEOT guarantee.
– Security : Alarms, window engraving, wheel anti theft devices, first aid kit etc.
– Protection : Covers compatible with side air bags, mats, door sill protector, styling strips.
– Communication : Telephone, satellite navigation, audio equipment, CD changer, speakers.
– Customising : Alloy wheels, wheel trims, spoiler, sports exhaust.
– Comfort : Air conditioning, sun roofs*, storage facilities, portable ref rigerator, luggage net, telephone
console, armrest, door sill protector, boot storage, door deflect ors.
– Leisure pursuits : Tow bar, roof bars, carriers (for bicycles and skis), roof boxes, snow ch ains etc.
– Children : Booster seats and child seats, side blinds, rear blinds.
– Maintenance products : Windscreen washer fluid, internal and external cleaning and maintenance products.
* As the fitting of a sun roof may require cutting of the roof strengthener, it is essential to use original PEUGEOT
products only.
