Battery charge warning light This comes on each time the ignition is switched on.
If it comes on with the engine run-ning, it is accompanied by an audiblesignal and a message "Low battery
charge" on the multifunction display.
It can indicate
- faulty operation of the charging cir- cuit,
- loose battery or starter terminals,
- a cut or slack alternator belt,
- an alternator fault. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
ABS warning light This light comes on for 3 se- conds each time the ignitionis switched on.
If it remains on or comes on above 8 mph (12 kmh), this indicates a mal-
function of the ABS.
However, the vehicle retains conven- tional servo-assisted braking. Illumination of this light is accompa- nied by an audible signal and a mes-sage ''ABS system problem'' on
the multifunction display.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Electronic stability programme (ESP/ASR)* warning light This comes on for 3 seconds each time the ignition is switched on. The light, which remains on or comes on when the engine is running and the vehicle is moving, is accompanied by an audible signal and a
message ''ESP/ASR system not operational" on the multifunction display; contact
a PEUGEOT dealer. It flashes when the system is switched on and is lit continuously while the sys-
tem is switching off.
Diesel pre-heat light This comes on each time the ignition is switched on.
Wait until it goes out before trying the starter.
Water in diesel filter warning light* (according to country) Illumination of this warning light is accompanied by an audible signal and the message ''Water in diesel filter'' on the multifunction display.
There is a risk of damage to the injection system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer a soon as possible. * According to specification.
Engine auto-diagnostics warning light This comes on each time the ignition is switched on. The warning light showing clogging of the particle emission filter is lin- ked to the engine autodiagnostics warning light.
If it comes on with the engine running, accompanied by an audible signal and themessage "Emission control system problem" on the multifunction display, it
indicates a malfunction in the emission control system. - "Diesel additive low level" or "Risk of clogging of particle emission filter"
indicates a malfunction in the particle emission filter.
If it flashes when the engine is running, accompanied by an audible signal and the message "Catalytic converter faulty" on the multifunction display, it indi-
cates a malfunction in the injection or ignition system. There is a risk of dama-ge to the catalytic converter (petrol engines only).
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
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Passenger airbag disarming indicator light* Illumination of this warning light is accompanied by an audible signal and the message "Passenger air bag disarmed" on the multifunction
display.
If the passager airbag is disarmed, the indicator light comes on when the ignitionis switched on and remains on.
In all cases, if the warning light flashes; contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Seat belt not fastened warning light With the engine running, this indicator light comes on when the driver's seat belt is not fastened.Low fuel level warning light The warning light comes on for three seconds when the ignition is switched on for three seconds. When this light comes on with the engine running, it is accompa-
nied by an audible signal and the message "Fuel level low"on the multifunction
display.When the warning light comes on, you have enough fuel to drive at least 30 miles (50 km). The tank capacity is approximately 13 gallons (60 litres).
This light flashes to indicate a malfunction of the fuel gauge.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Air bag warning light This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
Illumination of this warning light, with the engine running, is accompa-
nied by an audible signal and a message "Air bag fault"on the multi-
function display indicating :
- a fault in the front air bags,or
- a fault in the side air bags or curtain air bags.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Coolant temperature indicator When the needle is in zone
A, the
temperature is correct. When the needle is in zone B, the
temperature is too high. The central
STOP warning light flashes, accom-
panied by an audible signal and themessage "Coolant temp. high" on
the multifunction display.
You must stop immediately.
Warning: wait for the engine to cool
before topping up the level. The cooling system is pressurised. In the event of a breakdown and in order to avoid any risk of scalding,unscrew the cap two turns to allowthe pressure to drop. When the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top up the level.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to specification.
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Passenger airbag disarming indicator light* Illumination of this warning light is accompanied by an audible signal and the message "Passenger air bag disarmed" on the multifunction
display.
If the passager airbag is disarmed, the indicator light comes on when the ignitionis switched on and remains on.
In all cases, if the warning light flashes; contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Seat belt not fastened warning light With the engine running, this indicator light comes on when the driver's seat belt is not fastened.Low fuel level warning light The warning light comes on for three seconds when the ignition is switched on for three seconds. When this light comes on with the engine running, it is accompa-
nied by an audible signal and the message "Fuel level low"on the multifunction
display.When the warning light comes on, you have enough fuel to drive at least 30 miles (50 km). The tank capacity is approximately 13 gallons (60 litres).
This light flashes to indicate a malfunction of the fuel gauge.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Air bag warning light This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
Illumination of this warning light, with the engine running, is accompa-
nied by an audible signal and a message "Air bag fault"on the multi-
function display indicating :
- a fault in the front air bags,or
- a fault in the side air bags or curtain air bags.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Coolant temperature indicator When the needle is in zone
A, the
temperature is correct. When the needle is in zone B, the
temperature is too high. The central
STOP warning light flashes, accom-
panied by an audible signal and themessage "Coolant temp. high" on
the multifunction display.
You must stop immediately.
Warning: wait for the engine to cool
before topping up the level. The cooling system is pressurised. In the event of a breakdown and in order to avoid any risk of scalding,unscrew the cap two turns to allowthe pressure to drop. When the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top up the level.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to specification.
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REAR SEATS
To fold down the rear left seat (2/3 part) or the right seat (1/3 part),always start with the seat , neverwith the seat back (risk of dama-ge):
Ð move the front seat(s) forward ifnecessary,
Ð lift the front of the seat 1,
Ð tilt the seat 1against the front
seat(s),
Ð check that the seat belt is correctly positioned on the side of the seat back,
Ð pull control 2forwards to unlock
the seat back 3,
Ð place the head restraints in the low position,
Ð fold down the seat back 3.
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When repositioning:
Ð fold up the seat back and lock it
(the red marker of control 2should
no longer be visible),
Ð fold up the seat,
Take care not to trap the seat belts. Rear armrest*
- Lower the armrest to access the
storage shelf on the seat back.
- Lift the lid. It contains a storage tray as well as two cup holders and two pen holders.
* According to specification.
''Isofix''mountings
Available on the two side rear seats, and as an accessory on the frontpassenger seat*, the Isofix moun-tings allow for fitting of aspecial
child seat , approved by UTAC for
PEUGEOT vehicles and sold by
PEUGEOT dealers. The locks incorporated in the child seat fit onto the Isofix mountings andensure safe, reliable and fast assem-
bly. In the front
, the child seat must be
fitted:
- either in the "rear facing" position for children weighing between 3
and 11 kg front seat as far for-
ward as possible so that the body
of the child seat is in contact withor as close as possible to the ins-
trument panel. This position thuslimits movement of the child seat inthe event of an accident.
- or exceptionally the child seat may be fitted in the "forwards facing"position if the rear seats are alrea-dy occupied by other children or ifthe rear seats cannot be used (notpresent, folded). In this case, usethe Isofix mountings, the restrai-ning cushion and the seat belt andadjust the front passenger seat tothe "mid-travel" position.
In both cases it is imperative todisarm the passenger air bag. In the rear , the child seat may be fit-
ted in the "rear facing" or "forwards facing" position. In this case thefront seat is in the intermediatelongitudinal position, seat backupright. The combined use of the Isofix mountings, the restraining cushionand the seat belt is compulsory for aseat fitted "facing forward".
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The special child seat, approved by
PEUGEOT, is the Isofix KIDDY seat.It can be used "rear facing" from 3 to
11 kg and "forwards facing" from 9 to18 kg. This seat can also be used on seats not fitted with Isofix mountings:buckling of the three-point seat belt
is then compulsory. Follow the instructions for fitting the child seat given in the instruc-tion booklet. * During 2001.
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CHILD SEATS Although one of PEUGEOT's main criteria when designing your vehicle, the safety of your children also depends on you.
For optimum safety, please follow the following precautions:
- All children under the age of 10 are required to travel in approved restraining equipment*, suited to their weight in a seatfitted with a seat belt.
- front passenger seat*: children under the age of 10 must not travel in the "forwards facing" position, unless the rear seats are already occupied by other children or the rear seats cannot be used (not present, folded). In this case, adjust the front
passenger seat to the "mid-travel" position. The "rear facing" position is authorised.
After carrying out numerous tests, PEUGEOT recommends the following systems: Up to 18 months (up to 29 lbs. or 13 kg) "Ršmer Babysure", is installed with its back to the engine and secured with a three-point seat belt, on either the front or rear seat. In the front, the passenger seat must be adjusted to the "mid-travel" position.
From 9 months to 3 or 4 years (20 to 40 lbs. or 9 to 18 kg) "Ršmer Prince" is fitted in the rear with a three-point seat belt.For the safety of your children, the seat and the restraining cushion must never be separated.
From 3 to 6 years (33 to 56 lbs or 15 to 25 kg) "Ršmer Vario": is fitted in the rear with a two or three point seat belt.
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Never leave a child or an animal in a vehicle whichis exposed to the sun withthe windows closed.
Never leave the keys within reach
of children inside the car. Strap children into their seats even on short journeys. Observe the precautions regar- ding the passenger air bag. Observe the fitting and fastening recommendations, indicated in
the child seat instructions, strictly.From 3 to 10 years (33 to 80 lbs or 15 to 36 kg)
"Recaro Start": is fitted in the rear with the three-point seat belt. The height, depth and length of the seat must be adjusted in line with the age and size of your child. "Klippan Optima" : is fitted in the rear with a three-point seat belt. Above 6 years (approximately 45 lbs or 22 kg), use the booster on its own.
Remember, even for short journeys, to fasten the three-point seat belts or the child seat straps, keeping the slack in relation to the child's body to a minimum.
To prevent the doors from opening accidentally, use the "child-proof" lock. Also, do not open the rear windows more than a third.
* According to current legislation.
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