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STARTING
STOP position:
The ignition is off.
1st notch, Accessories posi- tion:
The ignition is off but the acces- sories can be used. 2nd notch, Running position: The ignition is on. Starting position:
Operates the starter.Steering lock Before starting, unlock the steer-
ing if necessary, by gently turningthe steering wheel at the same
time as you turn the key. I
t is advisable to press the clutch
pedal while operating the starter
to make starting easier. Starting a petrol engine
Do not press the accelerator.
Operate the starter, without
releasing the key, until the engineturns.
Starting a diesel engine
Do not press the accelerator.
Turn the key to position " M".
If the engine is warm enough, the pre-heat light does not come on
and you can start immediately. If the pre-heat light comes on, wait for it to go out before operat-
ing the starter. If the engine stalls, it is necessary to return the key to position " S"
before restarting.
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Never race a coldengine. Never run the engine in a confined space.
Do not make any modifications tothe steering lock.
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CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control makes it possible to maintain a constant vehicle speed
programmed by the driver, whatever the condition of the road and withoutaction on the accelerator or brake pedal.
To be memorised, the vehicle speed must be above approximately 25mph (40 km/h). Operation Place knob 1in the ONposition.
A speed can be memorised. Place knob 1in the OFFposition to deactivate the system.
Memorising a speed When you reach the required speed, press button 2or 3. The speed is
memorised and will be maintained automatically.Note: it is possible to accelerate temporarily without deactivating the
cruise control.
Deactivation of the memorised speedIf you wish to deactivate the memorised speed: press button 4or the clutch or brake pedal.
Recalling the memorised speedFollowing deactivation, press button 4. Your vehicle resumes
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Do not use the cruise control on slippery roadsor in heavy traffic.
Modifying a memorised speed
To memorise a speed greater than the previous speed:
press button 3;
release it when you havereached the required speed.
To memorise a speed lower thanthe previous speed: press button 2;
release it when you reach therequired speed.
Cancelling the memorised speed Place knob 1in the OFFposi-
tion or switch off the ignition.
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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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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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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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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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3 litre 24 valve V6 petrol injection engine 1 - Power steering reservoir.
2 - Coolant reservoir.
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2.2 litre 16V turbo diesel HDI 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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CHECKING THE LEVELS Engine Checking the oil levelCheck the level regularly and top up between changes. Maximumconsumption is 0.5 litres per 600miles (1 000 km). The oil level should be checked with the vehicle level and the engine cold.There are two marks onthe 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. Oil filter Change the filter regularly according to the servicing schedule. Used oilPrevent 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, theuse of additives in the engine oil isprohibited.
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, contact a PEUGEOT dealer imme-
diately.
Fluid change
- must be carried out according to the manufacturer's servicing sche- dule.
- 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 controlledby the engine fan. Because this fancan operate with the ignition keyremoved and because the coolingsystem is pressurised, wait for atleast one hour after the engine hasstopped before carrying out anywork. In the event of a breakdown and to avoid any risk of burns, slacken thecap to the first notch to release thepressure. When the pressure hasdropped, remove the cap and top upthe level.
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