2007 Peugeot Expert VU Dag Owner's Manual

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ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child’s protection in
the event of an accident.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack in
relation to the child’s body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
For optimum installation of the "forward
facing" child seat, ensure that the back of
the child seat is in contact with the back of
the vehicle’s seat and that the head restraint
does not cause any discomfort.
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached securely
to prevent it from being thrown around the
vehicle in the event of sharp braking.
Children under the age of 10 must not travel
in the "forward facing" position on the front
passenger seat, unless the rear seats are
already occupied by other children, cannot
be used or are absent.
Disarm the passenger air bag* when a "rear
facing" child seat is installed on the front
seat. Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the air bag were
to inflate.Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child’s shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child’s thighs.
PEUGEOT recommends the use of a
booster seat which has a back, fitted with a
seat belt guide at shoulder level.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
- one or more children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
- the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors,
use the "Child lock"*.
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third*.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.
* According to version. Child safety
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For more information about weights,
refer to the administrative documents
(V5 registration document, ...) or to
the "Weights" section of chapter 9.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel:
gearbox in neutral.
TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN, BOAT, ETC...
Distribution of loads:
distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it.Cooling:
towing a trailer on a slope increases
the coolant temperature.
As the fan is electrically controlled,
its cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower
the engine speed and reduce your speed.
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In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this
case, the automatic cutting off of the air
conditioning allows the engine power to be
recovered.If the coolant temperature warning
light comes on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine as soon
as possible. Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
features" section of chapter 9) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
Brakes:
towing increases the braking 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.
ABS:
the system only controls the vehicle, not
the trailer.
Rear parking assistance:
the assistance does not function while
the vehicle is towing. Towbar
We recommend the use of original
PEUGEOT towbars and harnesses, which
have been tested for endurance from
the design stage of your vehicle.
Towing equipment must be fitted in
accordance with the manufacturer ’s
instructions, with particular attention to
the towing capacities of your vehicle,
the load towed, the nose weight and the
electrical connection. As this fitting should
be carried out by a professional, we
recommend that you entrust the fitting of
this equipment to a PEUGEOT dealer.
In accordance with the general instructions
a reminder of which has been given above,
we draw your attention to the risk linked with
fitting a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by PEUGEOT.
Fitting such equipment could result in
the failure of your vehicle’s electronic
system. Please contact a PEUGEOT dealer
for information before fitting this type of
equipment.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.
Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES

126OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety, are all adapted to your Expert.
A wide range recommended by PEUGEOT
and original parts are offered by PEUGEOT
"Accessories", in a catalogue and on line at
PEUGEOT dealerships.
Range of professional equipment
Pièces et Services technical information
publishes an Expert accessories catalogue
offering various equipment and fittings, such
as:
Roof bars for short, medium and long
wheelbase (load retainers for all models).
Sill plate, loading roller, sill.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar which
must be fitted by the PEUGEOT network.
Roof bars for the various heights, roof bars,
ladder.
Separation partitions and grilles, smooth,
non-slip wooden protective floor.
Protective grilles, multimedia.
"Accessories"
Another range is also available from
PEUGEOT Accessories, structured around
5 groups:"Protection":
anti-theft alarm,
window engraving, first aid kit, high
visibility safety jacket, rear parking
assistance, warning triangle, ...
"Touring": front seat covers
compatible with air bags, bench,
rubber mats, carpet mats.
To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
Snow chains.
"In-car technology": audio
equipment, hands-free kit, speakers,
CD changer, navigation, ...
Regardless of the audio and
telematic equipment offered on the
market, the technical constraints linked with
the fitting of equipment of these families of
products mean that the special features of
the equipment and its compatibility with the
capacities of the your vehicle’s standard
equipment must be taken into account.
Please contact a PEUGEOT dealer for
information before fitting such equipment.
"Styling": front mud flaps, rear mud
flaps, ...
The fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by Automobiles PEUGEOT
may result in the failure of your vehicle’s
electronic system. Please note this specific
warning. You are advised to contact a
representative of the Marque to be shown
the range of recommended equipment and
accessories.
Depending on the country in which the
vehicle is sold or operated, it is compulsory
to have a high visibility safety jacket,
warning triangle and replacement bulbs
available in the vehicle.
"Universal": screenwash,
interior and exterior cleaning and
maintenance products, replacement
bulbs, ...
For further information, refer to the site
http://public.infotec.peugeot.com.
ROOF BARS
To install the transverse roof bars, use
the fixings provided for this purpose.
Maximum load: 170 kilogrammes.
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OPENING THE BONNET
From inside:
- lift the cover located at the left foot of the
driver ’s seat.
- pull the control upwards. To close
Lower the bonnet and release it at the
end of its travel. Check that the bonnet is
properly locked.
"Bonnet open" warning
This warning is linked to the
alarm option only.
With the engine running or the
vehicle moving, a warning light
and a diagram on the display,
accompanied by an audible
signal, warn you that the bonnet
is not properly closed.
From outside:
lift the catch and raise the
bonnet.
Bonnet strut
Secure the strut in one of the two notches,
according to the height required, to hold the
bonnet open.
Before closing the bonnet, replace the strut
in its housing. Opening the bonnet
CHECKS

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DIESEL ENGINES 4 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Dipstick.
7 - Engine oil filler cap. 8 -
Power steering reservoir.
9 - Removable towing eye.
10 - Repriming pump
( a : 1.6 litre HDi; b: 2 litre HDi).
11 - Engine oil filling funnel (2 litre HDi).
UNDER THE BONNET
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- Windscreen/headlamp wash reservoir.
2 - Fuse box.
3 - Coolant reservoir.
Under the bonnet

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PETROL ENGINE 4 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Dipstick. 7 -
Engine oil filler cap.
8 - Power steering reservoir.
9 - Removable towing eye.
1
- Windscreen/headlamp wash reservoir.
2 - Fuse box.
3 - Coolant reservoir. Under the bonnet
CHECKS

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B
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Levels
LEVELS
These regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good running
order. Consult the instructions at PEUGEOT
dealerships, on the Infotec site or in the
servicing booklet enclosed in the handbook
pack.
If you have to remove/refit the engine
style cover, handle it with care to avoid
damaging the fixing clips.
Oil level
Check the level regularly and top up between
changes. The maximum consumption is 0.5 litre
per 600 miles (1 000 km).
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick.
Dipstick
There are two marks on the
dipstick:
A = maximum
If you fill past this mark,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
B = minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
To maintain the reliability
of engines and emission control systems, the use of additives in
engine oil is prohibited.
Oil change
It is imperative that this is carried out at the
intervals specified and the viscosity grade of
the oil selected must fulfil the requirements
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
servicing schedule. Consult the instructions at
PEUGEOT dealerships or on the Infotec site.
Remove the dipstick before filling.
For the 2 litre HDi engine, use the funnel
supplied when filling via the sump opening.
Check the level after filling (never exceed
the max mark).
Screw the cap back onto the sump before
closing the bonnet.
Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must meet the
manufacturer ’s requirements.
Changing the brake fluid
The brake fluid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer ’s servicing schedule.
Use fluids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfil DOT4 standards.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks on the reservoir.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a failure which must be checked by
a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
Warning lights
Checking by means of the warning lights on
the instrument panel is described in chapter 2,
refer to the "Instruments and controls" section.