BOOT Simultaneous locking or unlock- ing of the boot and the doors
Turn the key a quarter turn from Ato
B .
The boot is then controlled by the remote control or the driver's doorlock. Locking the boot only
Turn the key a quarter of a turn from A to C. The boot is then locked,
whatever the action of the remotecontrol or the driver's door lock.
To return to simultaneous operation with the doors: turn the key from Ato
B .
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OPENING THE BONNET From inside:
pull the handle on the
left-hand side under the fascia.From outside: lift the catch and
raise the bonnet. Bonnet struts These open the bonnet and hold it open.
To close Lower the bonnet and release it at the end of its travel. Check that thebonnet is properly locked. FILLING WITH FUEL Fill with fuel with the engine switched
off.
To open the fuel filler flap, firmly pull the handle on the floor on the outsideof the driver's seat. If you are filling up your tank, do not
continue after the 3rd cut-off of thepump; this could cause your vehicleto malfunction. The capacity of the tank is approx- imately 15.4 gallons (70 litres).
A filler cap hook is provided on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
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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 continuousoperation of the windscreen wipers.
They switch off as soon as the lightbecomes 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 stalkfor more than two seconds.
Note: In foggy weather, the bright-
ness sensor can detect sufficientlight. 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 automaticswitching on of the lights. Operating check Activation Activation of this function is accom- panied by an audible signal and themessage
"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 headlampswould 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. If the brightness sensor does not
function correctly,
the system acti-
vates the function (the lights comeon). The driver is alerted by the flashingof the ''dipped beam'' warning lighton the instrument panel.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have the system checked. Follow me Home When there is a low level of bright- ness or at night, if you leave yourvehicle, the side lights and thedipped beam lights may remain onfor 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 formore 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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HORN Press one of the spokes or the centre of the steeringwheel.
Headlamp adjustment Depending on the load in your vehi- cle, adjusting the beam of the head-lamps is recommended as follows.0. - 1 or 2 people in the front seats.
Ð- people.
1. - 4 people.
2. - 4 people + maximum authoriseload.
3. - Driver + maximum authorised load.
Initial setting is position 0. Hazard warning lights Press the button, the direction indi- cators flash. They can operate with the ignition
off.
STEERING WHEEL HEIGHT
AND DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
When the vehicle is stationary, unlock the steering wheel by pullinghandle
A.
Adjust the height and depth of thesteering wheel, then lock it by push-ing handle Adown fully.
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Automatic lighting of hazard warning lights*
When braking in an emergency, depending on the force of decelera-tion, the hazard warning lights come
on automatically. They switch offautomatically the first time you accel-erate.
It is also possible to switch them off by pressing the button.* According to destination.
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Moving Off
With the engine running, to move off from position P:
It is essential to press the brake pedal to exit position P (shift
lock),
Select the required position ( R, D ,
3 , 2 or 1) then gradually release
the brake pedal: the vehicle
moves off immediately.
You can also move off from positionN :
Release the handbrake with your foot on the brake pedal,
Select the required position ( R, D ,
3 , 2 or 1) then gradually release
the brake pedal: the vehicle
moves off immediately. Automatic Operation Automatic changing of the
four
gears :
Move the selector lever to position D.
The gearbox continuously selectsthe most suitable gear according tothe following parameters:
Ðdriving style,
Ðroad characteristics,
Ðvehicle load.
The gearbox functions in autoadaptive mode without any
action on your part. When the engine is idling
with position
R, D, 3, 2or
1 selected and the brakes
off, the car will move even
without you accelerating. For this reason, do not leave
children unsupervised inside the vehicle when the engine isrunning. If work needs to be done with the engine running, apply thehandbrake and select position P
.
Never select position Nwhen the
vehicle is moving. Never select position Por R
unless the vehicle is stationary .
Do not change from one position to another to optimise braking onslippery roads. In the event of battery failure, if the lever is in position Pit will not
be possible to change to anotherposition.
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Note: For immediate maximum acceleration
without touching the gear lever, pressthe accelerator pedal down as far as it
will go (kickdown). The gearbox willchange down automatically or stay inthe gear selected, up to maximumengine speed. When braking, the gearbox changes down automatically to provide
efficient engine braking.
If you take your foot off the
accelerator suddenly, the gearboxwill not change up for reasons of
safety.
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Sport and Snow programmes In addition to the autoadaptive programme, two special
programmes are available. Theindicator light corresponding to theprogramme selected lights up on theinstrument panel. Sport programme
Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
S button.
The gearbox automatically favoursdynamic driving. Snow programme This programme makes starting
easier and offers smooth driving in
conditions when traction is poor.
Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
button.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery roads. Note : You can return to the
autoadaptive programme at any time.
Press the Sor button again to
cancel the current programme. Operating anomaly Any disruption of the system is indicated by the alternate flashing ofthe sport and snow lights on theinstrument panel. In such a case, the gearbox will operate in downgrade mode (locked
in 3rd gear). You may feel asubstantial knock when reverse isselected from position
Por N(this
does not damage the gearbox). Do not exceed 60 m.p.h. (100 km/h), if regulations permit this.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
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MANUAL GEARBOX Reverse
To change to reverse gear, lift the ring under the gear lever knob andpush the gear lever to the left then tothe front. Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary withthe engine idling.
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Sport and Snow programmes In addition to the autoadaptive programme, two special
programmes are available. Theindicator light corresponding to theprogramme selected lights up on theinstrument panel. Sport programme
Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
S button.
The gearbox automatically favoursdynamic driving. Snow programme This programme makes starting
easier and offers smooth driving in
conditions when traction is poor.
Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
button.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery roads. Note : You can return to the
autoadaptive programme at any time.
Press the Sor button again to
cancel the current programme. Operating anomaly Any disruption of the system is indicated by the alternate flashing ofthe sport and snow lights on theinstrument panel. In such a case, the gearbox will operate in downgrade mode (locked
in 3rd gear). You may feel asubstantial knock when reverse isselected from position
Por N(this
does not damage the gearbox). Do not exceed 60 m.p.h. (100 km/h), if regulations permit this.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
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MANUAL GEARBOX Reverse
To change to reverse gear, lift the ring under the gear lever knob andpush the gear lever to the left then tothe front. Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary withthe engine idling.
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CRUISE CONTROL Cruise control enables the vehicle to maintain a steady speed pro-
grammed by the driver, regardless ofthe road characteristics and withoutthe driver having to touch the accel-erator or brake pedals. In order for it to be memorised, the vehicle speed must be greater thanapproximately 25 mph (40 km/h). 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 memorisedspeed 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 theprevious 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.
Do not use cruise control on slippery roads or inheavy traffic. THE ABS ANTI-LOCKBRAKINGSYSTEM
When used with approved tyres in
good condition, the ABS increasesthe stability and manoeuvrability ofyour vehicle, particularly on poor orslippery road surfaces. The anti-lock braking system comes into operation automatically whenthere 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 theresistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking efficiency. The normal operation of the ABSmay make itself felt by slightvibrations of the brake pedal. In emergency braking, press very firmly without releasingthe pressure.
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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 fault 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 AFuse no. Rating FunctionsA 20 A Locking/Unlocking.
B 10 A Rear fog lamps.
C 40 A Demisting the mirrors.
D Ñ Not used. E 30 A Electric windows.
F 15 A Supply to instrument panel -
Display - Audio equipment -Satellite navigation system - Air conditioning.
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Remove the fascia lower trim to access the built-in systems interface.