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THE KEYS The keys allow you to switch on the ignition and to independentlyoperate the locks on the frontdoors, the fuel filler cap, the glovebox and the passenger air bagdisarming switch. Central lockingFrom the doors, the keys allow you to lock, deadlock and unlockthe doors and boot and close thewindows by holding the key in thelock in the locking position for afew seconds. If one of the front doors or the boot is open, it is impossible tooperate the central locking; anaudible signal indicates this whenlocking by remote control. The remote control performs the same functions at a distance, except automaticclosing of the windows.The remote control key Deadlocking Deadlocking renders the internal and external door locking controls inoperative. Press button
Ato deadlock the
vehicle.This is confirmed by fixed lighting of the direction indicators forapproximately two seconds.
A second press on button Ain
the five seconds following dead- locking, changes deadlocking tonormal locking .
This is confirmed by fixed lightingof the direction indicators forapproximately two seconds. Unlocking Press button
Bto unlock the vehi-
cle.This is confirmed by rapid flashing of the direction indicators.
ELECTRONIC ENGINE IMMOBILISER This locks the engine control sys- tem a few moments after the igni-
tion has been switched off andtherefore prevents starting of thevehicle by anyone who does not
have the key. Operation Each key has an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched on, the key code is recognised andstarting is possible. If the key does not have a code or
has a different code from that
stored in the system memory, thevehicle will not start.
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Normal key
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Steering lock Before starting, unlock the steer-
ing if necessary, by gently turningthe steering wheel at the same
time as you turn the key. It 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 the second notch.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 the STOPposition before restarting. Never race a coldengine. Never run the engine in a confined space.
Do not make any modifications tothe steering lock.
STARTING
STOP position:
The ignition is off.
1st notch, Accessories position:
The ignition is off but the acces- sories can be used. 2nd notch, Running position: The ignition is on. Starting position:
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FRONT AIR BAGS Disarming the passenger air bag*
Insert the ignition key in switch1and turn it to:
Ð the " ON" position, the passen-
ger air bag is armed.
Ð the " OFF" position, the passenger
air bag is disarmed.
Operating check With the igntition
switched on (2nd notch) this warning light, accompanied by anaudible signal and the message"Passenger air bag deactivat-ed" on the multi-function display,
indicates that the passenger airbag is disarmed (switch in the"OFF" position).
The warning light remains on throughout the disarming process. Passenger air bagprecautions For a vehicle fitted with a disarm- ing switch:
Ð disarm the airbag if youinstall a rear-facing childseat.
Ð arm the air bag for anadult
passenger.
For a vehicle not fitted with a disarming switch: Ð do not install rear-facing child seats onthe front passengerseat.
Never place your feet or anyobject on the fascia. SIDE AIR BAGS These are incorporated into the front seat back, on the door side.
They are triggered independently, on the side on which the collisionoccurs.
Operating check
This is by means of the warning light on the instrument panel. It comes on for six seconds when the ignition is switched on. If the warning light:
Ð does not come on when the ignition is switched on or,
Ð does not switch off after six seconds or,
Ð flashes for five minutes then remains on,
Consult your PEUGEOT dealer.
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STEERING WHEEL HEIGHT
AND DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Pull handle Ato unlock the
steering wheel. Adjust the height and depth of the steering wheel then lock itby pushing handle Ain fully.
COURTESY LIGHT
Permanently lit, with the key in the accessoriesposition or with the igni-tion on.
Permanently off. Lights when the ignition key is removed or whenone of the doors isopened.
MAP READING LIGHTS With the ignition switched on or the key in the accessories position,turn the knob on the correspond-
ing side.
SUNROOF
¥ To tilt
Press part Aof the switch. To
close, press part Bof the switch
until the roof is completely closed.
¥ To open Press part Bof the switch. To
close, press part Aof the switch
until the roof is completelyclosed.
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SERVICE LEVELS Each vehicle has its own servicing cycle, based upon the engine type.
The servicing cycle consists of alternating 2 types of service A and C, intermediate visits, and a few additional operations depending on your vehicle; these correspond to key stages in the life of your 406. Level B service is designed for less recent vehicles.When the first service is carried out and at each subsequent service, your dealer will advise you of the type and content of the next service due.
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These fixed operations are carried out with synthetic based oil; Fuel Economy
oil or synthetic oil may also be used.
* Whichever comes first. Intermediate visit.
THE MAINTENANCE CYCLE FOR YOUR 406 COUPE PETROL ENGINE
2 litre 16V and 2.2 litre 16V Petrol Engine: Service every 20,000 miles (30 000 km) or 2 years
1st service at 6,000 miles
(10 000 km) or 6 months*. This is necessary
in order to benefit
from the warranty.
MILES (KM) 20,000 (30 000) 40,000 (60 000) 60,000 (90 000)
80,000 (120 000) 100,000 (150 000) 120,000 (180 000) 140,000 (210 000) 160,000 (240 000)
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GENERAL FUNCTIONS On/offWith the ignition key in the ACCESSORIES or IGNITION position, press button Ato switch the set on or off.
The set can operate for 30 minutes without the vehicle ignition being switched on.
Anti-theft systemThe audio system is coded in such a way that it can operate only on your vehicle. It would not function if fitted to another vehicle. The anti-theft system is automatic and requires no action on your part. ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Turn button Ato increase or decrease the volume.
AUDIO SETTINGS Press the "AUDIO"button several times in succession to access the bass (BASS), treble(TREB) , loudness
(LOUD) , fader(FAD), balance (BAL)and the automatic volume correction.
Exit from audio mode is automatic after a few seconds without pressing any button, or by pressing the "AUDIO" button after configuration of the automatic volume correction.
Note: bass and treble settings are specific to each source. It is possible to set them differently for radio,
cassette and CD changer.
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GENERAL FUNCTIONS On/off With the ignition key in the ACCESSORIES or IGNITION position, press button Ato switch the set on or
off.The set can operate for 30 minutes without the vehicle ignition being switched on.
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMThe audio system is coded in such a way that it can operate only on your vehicle. It would not function if fitted to another vehicle. The anti-theft system is automatic and requires no action on your part. ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Turn button Ato increase or decrease the volume of the set.
Note: If you have a telephone fitted with a "mute"signal output connected to the set, the set will automatically
change to "mute"when the telephone is used.
AUDIO SETTINGS Press the "AUDIO"button several times in succession to access the bass (BASS), treble (TREB) , loudness
(LOUD) , fader (FAD), balance (BAL)and the automatic volume correction.
Exit from audio mode is automatic after a few seconds without pressing any button, or by pressing the "AUDIO" button after configuration of the automatic volume correction.
Note: the bass and treble settings are specific to each source. It is possible to set them differently for radio,
CD, or CD changer.
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Recalling a memorised position
¥ Door open and ignition off Within ten minutes of switching off
the ignition and opening the door, ashort press on button 1or 2recalls
the memorised position of the seat,then of the exterior mirrors.
¥ Door closed or ignition on:
Ð keeping the button pressedadjusts the seat and the exteriormirrors.
When adjustment is completed ableep will sound.
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Memorising the seat and mirror positions
Two driving positions can be memo- rised.
To memorise:
Ð place the ignition key in the acces- sories position;
Ð adjust your seat and mirrors;
Ð simultaneously press button " M"
and button " 1" for the first driving
position or button " 2" for the
second driving position. When the position has been memorised, you will hear twobleeps. Memorising a new position cancels the previous one. Heated seat controls Press the switch.The temperature is controlled auto-
matically. Pressing a second time stops opera- tion.