2004 Peugeot 406 C gearbox

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Sport and Snow programmes In addition to the autoadaptive pro- gramme, two special programmes
are available. The indicator light cor-responding to the programme selec-ted lights up on the instrument 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 onslippery 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 indi- cated by the alternate flashing of thesport and snow lights on the instru-ment panel. In such a case, the gearbox will operate in downgrade mode (locked
in 3rd gear). You may feel a substan-tial knock when reverse is selectedfrom 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 than25 m.p.h (40 km/h) or 40 m.p.h
(60 km/h), depending on the engine,and fourth gear at least must beengaged (second gear for the auto-matic gearbox). Operation 
Place switch 1in the ONposition.
A speed can be memorised. Place switch 1in the OFF position
to cancel.
Memorising a speedAs 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 and drive
momentarily at a speed greater than the memorised speed. When the acceleratorpedal is released, the vehicle will return tothe memorised speed. Cancelling the memorised speed If you wish to cancel the memorised speed:  press button 4or the brake or
clutch pedal.
Recalling the memorised speedAfter 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 OFF position
or switch off the ignition.
Do not use cruise control on slippery roads or in heavytraffic. THE ABS ANTI-LOCK BRAKINGSYSTEM When used with approved
tyres in good condition, the ABS increases the stability and manoeu-vrability of your vehicle, particularlyon poor or slippery 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 by the speed at which
the brake pedal is activated. 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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Only use products recom-
mended by PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor- mance from components
as important as the power steeringand the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers specific products.
To prevent damage to the electri- cal units, avoid washing theengine.
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CHECKS Battery
At the start of winter, have your bat-
tery checked by a PEUGEOT dealer. Air filter Regular replacement of the filter ele- ment is essential. If you drive in
very dusty conditions, change ittwice as often. Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehi-cles that are used in town, for shortjourneys. It may be necessary to check the thickness of the pads even betweenservices. Handbrake Where the handbrake travel is too great or there is a reduction in theperformance of the system, thehandbrake should be adjusted, evenbetween services. Have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer. Manual gearbox This does not require an oil change. Have the level checked in accor-dance with the manufacturer's ser-vicing schedule. Oil filterReplace the cartridge regularly in accordance with the servicing sched-ule.

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CHANGING A WHEEL Access to the spare wheel and jack Lift the boot carpet using the lifting hook. Secure the hook behind theboot seal.Tools 1 -
Wheel brace.
2 - Centralising tool.
3 - Trim remover/wheel brace extension.
4 - Jack.
5 - Removable towing eye.
6 - Chrome trim tool.
The tool holder supports the boot
floor. Reposition it to prevent anydeformation of the floor whenloaded.
Tighten the spare wheel securing strap to prevent noise and for yoursafety in the event of a frontalimpact. Removal
Ð Park the vehicle on level, stable
and non-slippery ground.
Ð Apply the handbrake, engage first or reverse gear (position Pfor the
automatic gearbox).
Ð Remove the chrome trims using the tool 6(see the paragraph in
this chapter entitled 'Special fea- tures of alloy wheels'). Note: when the vehicle is delivered,
the anti-theft sockets are in the glove box.
Ð Loosen the wheel bolts.
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Ð The jack is fitted with a systemwhich enables it to be folded or
unfolded rapidly. Take the jackfrom the toolkit and close it bypressing the ends A. Place the
jack at one of the four locations E
underneath the vehicle, as closeas possible to the wheel to bechanged. Unfold it by pulling theends A.
Ð Extend the jack using the wheel- brace 1and the extension 3.
Ð Take out a wheel bolt at the top and fit the centralising tool 2.
Ð Loosen the wheel bolts and remove the wheel. Fitting a wheel
Ð Position the wheel using the cen-
tralising tool to assist you.
Ð Tighten the bolts by hand, and remove the centralising tool.
Ð Partly tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
Ð Fold the jack and remove it.
Ð Fully tighten the wheel bolts using the wheelbrace.
Ð Replace the centre trim by pres- sing it with the palm of your hand.
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For your safety, always change the wheel:
Ð on level, stable, non-slipperyground,
Ð with the handbrake applied,
Ð with first or reverse gearengaged (position Pfor the
automatic gearbox).
Ð never go underneath a vehiclewhich is supported only by ajack (use a ramp).
After changing the wheel Ð have the tightening of the bolts and the tyre pressure checkedby a PEUGEOT dealer as soonas possible,
Ð have the punctured tyre repaired and refit it to the vehi-cle as soon as possible.

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The electrical system of your vehicle is designedto operate with standardor optional equipment.
Before installing other electricalequipment or accessories on yourvehicle, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer. Some electrical accessories or the way in which they are fitted canhave damaging effects on theoperation of your vehicle; theelectronic control circuits, theaudio circuit and the batterycharging circuit. PEUGEOT will not accept respon- sibility for the cost incurred inrepairing your vehicle or for recti-fying malfunctions resulting fromthe installation of accessories notsupplied and not recommendedby PEUGEOT and not installed inaccordance with its instructions, inparticular where the equipment inquestion consumes more than
10 milliamperes.
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Engine compartment fuses Fuse box
To access the fuse box in the engine compartment (beside the battery),
unclip the cover. Carefully close the cover when you have finished.
Fuse N¡ Rating Functions
1* 10 A
Reversing lights - Double injection relay - Engine oil
temperature - Oil level - Air conditioning compressor.
2* 15 AFuel pump - Canister solenoid valve.
3* 10 A Control unit.
4* 10 A Engine control unit and automatic gearbox.
5 10 A Particulate Emission Filter control unit.
6 15 A Front fog lamps.
7 20 A Headlamp wash.
8* 20 A Direct petrol injection engine control unit - Clutch pedal.
9* 15 A Left-hand dipped beam.
10* 15 A Right-hand dipped beam.

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Fuse N¡ Rating
Functions
1 shunt Central air bag.
25 AVentilation controls.
3 10 A Instrument panel.
45 AIgnition +ve signal for Built-in Systems Interface.
5Ð Not used.
6 10 A Steering wheel controls.
7 15 A Alarm siren.
8 10 A Satellite navigation system.
95 ABattery +ve signal for Built-in Systems Interface.
10 15 A Audio equipment.
11 10 A Third brake light.
12 10 A Right-hand brake light.
13 20 A Driver's one-touch electric window.
14 30 A Passenger's one-touch electric window.
15 Ð Battery +ve towing socket.
16 20 A Seat memorisation.
17 20 A Passenger's electric seat.
18 10 A Lighting for lighter - Display - Lighting for switches and ash tray -
Automatic gearbox programme selector lever.
Fascia panel fuse box

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Special features of the automatic gearbox When towing with four wheels on the ground, the following rules must beobeyed:
Ð gear lever in position N,
Ð tow the vehicle at less than 30 m.p.h. (50 km/h) over a maxi- mum distance of 30 miles (50 km).
Ð do not add oil to the gearbox.
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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Without lifting (4 wheels on the road)
You should always use a tow bar. The towing eye is inside the spare wheel. From the front: Unclip the upper section of the cover and tilt it.Screw in the towing eye until it locks.From the rear:Unclip the cover by passing your hand behind the bumper and pushing.Screw in the towing eye until it locks. Lifting (2 wheels on the road only) It is preferable to raise the vehicle by the wheels.
Never use the radiator crossmember.