TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, BOAT etc.
Only use original PEUGEOT tow bars that have been tested andapproved from the design stage of
your vehicle. The tow bar must be
fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for transporting people and luggagebut it may also be used for towing a
trailer. Driving with a trailer subjects the towing vehicle to more significantstress and its driver must be particu-larly careful. Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance.Above 1000 metres, the maximumtowing load must be reduced by 10% and so on for every 1000 metres of altitude.Driving advice Distribution of loads :
Distribute the
load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to theaxle and the nose weight approachesthe maximum permitted without exceeding it. Cooling : Towing a trailer on a slope
increases the temperature of the coolant. As the fan is electrically 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. The maximum towing load on a long slope depends on the gradient andthe outside temperature. In all cases, pay attention to the coolant temperature. If the warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the engineas soon as possible. Tyres :
Check the tyre pressures of
the towing vehicle and of the trailer,observing the recommended pressures. Braking : Towing increases the
braking distance.Lights : Check the electrical signalling
on the trailer.Side wind : Take into acount the
increased sensitivity to side wind.
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ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR PARTNER
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.
- Safety :
Anti-theft alarms, wheel locks, parking assistance, warning triangle, first aid kit, fog lamps, safety jacket, ...
- Comfort : Central arm rest with storage compartment, audio/telephone console, covers compatible
with side air bags, mats, boot tray, luggage net, door deflectors...
- Communication : Audio systems, audio/telephone, speakers, CD changer, navigation system, hands-freekit....
- Customising : Alloy wheels, rear wheel arch interior trim, door sills, mud flaps,...
- Leisure : Tow bar, roof bars, snow chains, tailgate bicycle carrier...
- Children : Booster seats and child seats, Isofix Kiddy seat...
- Maintenance products : Screenwash, interior and exterior maintenance and cleaning products...
Before installing any electrical accessory on your vehicle, contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
