2004 PEUGEOT 607 tow

02-02-2004
YOUR 607 IN DETAIL
130
ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED SUSPENSION The suspension adapts automatical- ly and instantly to different drivingstyles and road characteristics,improving the comfort of the occu-pants and the vehicle's road holdingcapabilities. The suspension favours smooth shock absorption, ensuring a com-fortable ride, but as soon as condi-tions demand a change (sporty dri-ving, tight bends, avoidance action,etc.) it automatically selects firmershock absorption, guaranteeing opti-mum road holding. Selecting the SPORT position
Press switch 1, the
SPORT indicator light will
come on, accompaniedby an audible signal.
In this position, the suspension ismaintained in the SPORT position.
To return to automatic operation
 Press switch 1again. The
indicator light will go out and the AUTOindicator
light comes on, accompa-nied by an audible signal.
Operating check This is confirmed by the switch light
and the indicator lights. The switchlight comes on for approximatelythree seconds every time the ignitionis switched on. If the switch light flashes or if the indicator light comes on, accompa-nied by an audible signal and themessage ' Hydraulic suspension
pressure insufficient' , contact your
PEUGEOT dealer.
THE HANDBRAKE
To applyWhen parking on a slope, turn the wheels towards the kerb and applythe handbrake.
To release Pull the handle and press the button to release the handbrake and movethe vehicle.

02-02-2004
YOUR 607 IN DETAIL131
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 mph (40 km/h) or 40 mph
(60 km/h), (according to engine),with at least 4th gear engaged
(2nd gear for the automatic gear-box).Operation
Place the ring of switch 1
in the ON position. The
indicator light will come onaccompanied by an audi-ble signal.
A speed can be memorised.  Place the ring of switch 1 in the OFF position to cancel.
Memorising a speed As soon as you reach the chosen speed, push stalk 1upwards or
downwards. This memorises thespeed, which will be maintained
automatically. Note : it is possible to accelerate
momentarily without disarming the cruise control. Cancelling the memorised speed
If you wish to cancel the memorisedspeed :
 Pull stalk 1towards you or press
the brake or clutch pedal.
Recalling the memorisedspeed
After cancellation, flick stalk 1 upwards or downwards. Your vehicle
will return to the last memorised speed.
Changing a memorised speed
To memorise a speed higher than the previous one:
 keep stalk 1pressed upwards;
 release it when you have reachedthe required speed.
To memorise a speed lower than theprevious one :  keep stalk 1pressed downwards;
 release it when you have reachedthe required speed.
Disarming the cruise control  place the ring in the OFFposition
or switch off the ignition.
Do not use cruise control on slippery roads or inheavy traffic.

02-02-2004
YOUR 607 IN DETAIL
132
If there is an operating fault, the audible signal willbe a short bleep followedby a long bleep when
changing to reverse gear.
REAR PARKING ASSISTANCE This system consists of four proximi- ty sensors, located in the rear bum-
per, and a special speaker fittedunder the rear parcel shelf. It detects any obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.) behind the
vehicle. However, it cannot detectobstacles located directly under the
bumper. An object, such as a stake, cone or any other similar object may bedetected at the beginning of themanoeuvre but may no longer bedetected when the vehicle comesclose to it. Note:
this function will be disarmed
when the vehicle is towing a trailer (vehicle fitted with towing attachmentrecommended by PEUGEOT). In
bad weather or in winter, ensure thatthe sensors are not covered with
mud, frost or snow. Activation The system is activated as soon as reverse gear is engaged; an audiblebleep shows that it is active. An audible signal indicates the prox-
imity of the obstacle. This signalbecomes more rapid as the vehicleapproaches the obstacle. When the distance between the rear of the vehicle and the obstacle isless than approximately twenty-fivecentimetres, the audible signalbecomes continuous.Deactivation
 Change to neutral, the system
becomes inactive.
Detection zone

02-02-2004
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
142
CHECK... Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer. Air filter and pollen filter Have the filter elements replaced
regularly.
If you drive in dusty
conditions, change them twice asoften. Particulate emission filter - Additive reservoir (Dieselmodels) It is essential the particulate emis- sion filter be maintained and theadditive reservoir be filled by a
PEUGEOT dealer, according to themanufacturer's servicing schedule. Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular forvehicles which are used in town,over short distances. It may benecessary to check the thickness ofthe pads, even between services. 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 need an oil change. Have the level checked, according tothe manufacturer's servicing schedule. Automatic gearbox This does not need an oil change. Have the level checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer, according to themanufacturer's servicing schedule. Oil filter
Change the filter regularly, in accor- dance with the servicing schedule.
Fuel supply cut-off In a serious collision, a mechanism prevents fuel from reaching theengine.
To re-establish the fuel supply:
 press the red button on the angle of the front right-hand suspension
assembly, under the bonnet.
Only use products
recommended by Auto-
mobiles PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor- mance from components
as important as the power stee-ring and the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offersquite specific products.
To prevent damage to the electrical units, avoid washing the engine.

02-02-2004
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
144
CHANGING A WHEEL
 Park the vehicle on level, stable and non-slippery ground.
 Apply the handbrake, switch offthe ignition and engage first orreverse gear (position Pfor the
automatic gearbox).
Access to the spare wheel andthe jack in the boot  Detach the luggage net.
 Lift the boot carpet using the liftinghook. Secure this hook behindthe boot seal. Tools available The following tools are located in the polystyrene holder in the centre ofthe spare wheel: 1 -
Wheelbrace.
2 - Centralising tool.
3 - Wheelbrace extension.
4 - Jack fitted with a system which enables it to be folded or unfol-
ded rapidly.
5 - Removable towing eye.
6 - Alloy wheel trim remover.
7 - Trim cover tool. Removal
 For vehicles with alloy wheels fit-ted with wheel trims, pull thecentre trim by using tool 6in one
of the holes.
 Loosen the wheel bolts.
 Take the jack from the tool kit andfold it by pressing the ends A.

02-02-2004
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
156
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 bottom of the cover, using the flat part of the towing eye,
 Screw in the towing eye until it locks.
From the rear:  Unclip the top of the cover using the flat part of the towing eye,
 Screw in the towing eye until it locks.
Lifting (2 wheels only on the road )It is preferable to raise the vehicle by the wheels.
Never use the radiator crossmember. Special features of the automatic gearbox When towing with four wheels on the ground, the following rules must beobeyed:
Ð lever in position
N,
Ð tow the vehicle at less than 30 mph (50 km/h) over a maximum distance of 30 miles (50 km).
Ð do not add oil to the gearbox.
When towing with theengine switched off,there is no brakingassistance

02-02-2004
TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN,
BOAT ETC...
Only use original PEUGEOT tow bars which have been tested andapproved from the design stage ofyour vehicle. The tow bar must be fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer. Driving advice Distribution of loads:distribute the
load in the trailer so that the heaviest loads are as close as possible to theaxle and the nose weight is close tothe maximum authorised without,
however, exceeding it. Cooling: towing a trailer on a slope
increases the coolant temperature.As the fan is electronically controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependenton the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the engine speed, and reduceyour speed. In all cases, pay attention to thecoolant temperature. Note:
in certain cases of particularly
arduous use (towing the maximum load up a steep slope in high tempe-ratures), the engine automatically
limits its power. In this case, cutting
off the air conditioning allows theengine power to be recovered, andtherefore the towing capacity to beincreased. If the coolant temperature warning light comes on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as soon as pos-sible.
Tyres: check the tyre pressures of
the towing vehicle (label on the cen- tral door pillar on the driver's side)and of the trailer towed, observingthe recommended pressure. Brakes: towing increases the bra-
king distance. Drive at a moderate speed, change down early and brake
gradually. Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a moderate speed. Lighting Manual adjustmentAdjust your headlamps so as not to dazzle other road users. Check the
electrical signalling of the trailer. Automatic headlamp adjustment (Automatic beam correction) For vehicles with Xenon bulbs, this system automatically corrects theheight of the beam, whatever the
load of the vehicle. The driver isthen assured of having optimum ligh-ting and not causing a nuisance toother road users. In cases of malfunction, the driver is alerted by means of the warning lighton the instrument panel and the sys-tem adjusts your headlamps to thelow position.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
157

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
158
ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR 607
For your PEUGEOT only use accessories and original parts approved by the manufacturer.
These accessories and parts are all adapted to your PEUGEOT, after being tested and approved for reliability and
safety, which PEUGEOT cannot guarantee for other products.
A wide choice of original accessories, approved by PEUGEOT, is available through the dealer network. They all carry
the PEUGEOT guarantee:
Ð Security :
Anti-theft alarm (pre-wired function), window engraving, wheel anti-theft devices, first aid kit, warning triangle, safety jacket, etc.
Ð Protection : Covers compatible with side air bags, mats, boot tray, luggage retaining net, styling mudflaps.
Ð Communication : Telephone, hands-free kits, satellite navigation, CD changer.
Ð Customising : Alloy wheels, wheel trims, sports exhaust, spoiler, leather gear lever knob.
Ð Comfort : Telephone console, door spoilers.
Ð Leisure pursuits : Trailer tow bar (maximum towable load: 1800 kg), roof bars (maximum load: 75 kg),
transportation accessories (bicycle carrier, ski carrier), roof box, snow chains etc.
Ð Children : Booster seats and child seats, rear blind.
Ð Maintenance products: Windscreen wash fluid, interior and exterior cleaning and maintenance products.
Before fitting any electrical accessory to your vehicle, consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
02-02-2004