2008.5 Peugeot Boxer Owner's Manual

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Steering wheel controls
WIPERS STALK Slow continuous wiping: 2 notches downwards. Do not cover the rain sensor, located at
the top centre of the windscreen.
When washing the vehicle, switch off the
ignition or deactivate the automatic wiping.

Wash-wipe and headlamp wash
Pull the stalk towards you, the wash-wipe
is accompanied by a timed sweep of the
wipers.
The headlamp wash is linked with the wash-
wipe, it is triggered if the dipped headlamps
are on.
Windscreen wipers
Wiping is only active when the ignition key is
in the RUNNING position.
The stalk has five different positions:
Wipers off.
Intermittent wiping:
1 notch downwards.
In this position, by turning the ring,
four speeds can be selected: - very slow intermittent,
- slow intermittent,
- intermittent,
- fast intermittent.
Automatic wiping with rain detector
If your vehicle is fitted with this equipment,
the wiping speed is adapted automatically to
the intensity of the rainfall.
Automatic wiping: 1 notch downwards.
This is confirmed by one wipe. Must be
reactivated each time the ignition is
switched on.
In this position, the sensitivity of the rain
sensor can be increased by turning the ring.
Good practice
Check that the windscreen wiper blades can
operate freely when using the wipers in icy
weather.
Use the sill, in the lower front panel, to
remove any accumulation of snow at the
base of the windscreen and on the blades.
To change the blades, refer to the
"Changing a wiper blade" section of
chapter 8.
To top up the levels, refer to the
"Levels" section of chapter 7.
Fast continuous wiping: 3 notches downwards.
Single wipe, pull the control towards the
steering wheel.

Steering wheel controls
CRUISE CONTROL
"This is the speed at which the driver wishes
to travel".
This aid to driving in free-flowing traffic
conditions enables the vehicle to maintain a
constant speed programmed by the driver,
except when a considerable load is carried
on a steep gradient.
In order to be programmed or activated,
the vehicle speed must be greater than
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), with at
least 4th gear engaged. Function selected.
Function deactivated.
If your vehicle is fitted with cruise control,
this is displayed on the instrument panel by
an indicator light located in the rev counter.

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Selecting the function - ON
When the selection is set
to ON , this switches the
function on.
If your vehicle is fitted with this display, a
message confirms the action.
Programming a speed
Accelerate to the required speed, with 4th or
5th gear engaged.
Move the control upwards (+), for
approximately one second, to store this
speed.
Release the pressure on the accelerator
pedal, the vehicle will maintain this speed.
Switching off/deactivating the function
Press the brake or clutch pedal or place the
dial in the OFF position, the indicator light is
switched off.
If the ESP or ASR comes into operation,
the cruise control function is deactivated
temporarily.
- increase the speed in steps, by means of brief presses, or continuously by
pressing and holding the control
upwards ( + sign),
Temporary exceeding of the speed
When the cruise control is active, it is still
possible to exceed the programmed speed
by pressing the accelerator pedal
(to overtake another vehicle for example).
- decrease the speed continuously by pressing and holding the control
downwards (- sign).
Restore - RES
To restore the vehicle’s
programmed speed (for example
after pressing the brake or clutch
pedal), gradually return to the chosen speed
and press RES .
The indicator light comes on, the cruise
control function is restored.
Changing the programmed speed
while the cruise control is in operation
You can:

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Good practice
When changing the programmed reference
speed by pressing and holding the control,
take care as the speed may increase or
decrease rapidly.
Do not use the cruise control on slippery
roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep gradient, the cruise control will
not be able to prevent the vehicle from
exceeding the programmed speed.
The cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need to comply
with speed limits nor can it replace the need
for vigilance and responsibility on the part
of driver.
It is advisable to leave your feet near the
pedals.
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.
Cancelling the programmed speed
When the vehicle stops, after the ignition is
switched off, the system no longer stores
any speed.
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction, the function
is switched off and the indicator light
switches off.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have the
system checked.

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Ventilation
VENTILATION
DE-ICING AND DEMISTING
Manual mode
Direct the control to this air
distribution setting.
For faster and more effective
de-icing and demisting of the
windscreen: De-icing the rear screen and mirrors
Only operates when the engine
is running. Pressing this button
activates the rapid demisting-
de-icing of the rear screen and
mirrors.
This function switches off automatically to
prevent excessive energy consumption. It
stops when the engine is switched off but
resumes when the engine is started again.
Pressing this button switches the function off.
- increase the air flow setting,
- move the exterior air intake control temporarily to air
recirculation.
Returning to the exterior air
intake position permits renewal
of the air in the passenger
compartment.
Windscreen and side windows
The ventilation outlets located at the base
of the windscreen and the side vents for the
side windows increase the effectiveness of
the de-icing and demisting. Do not obstruct
these air outlets.
The pollen filter permits continuous and
effective filtering of dust.
The air recirculation (which can be activated
by the driver or the passenger) isolates the
passenger compartment from the exterior
atmosphere. However, this position should
only be used temporarily, the norm is to
drive with the control positioned with the
exterior air intake open.

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CORRECT USE OF THE AIR CONDITIONING
In order to be effective, the air conditioning
should only be used with the windows
closed. However, if the interior temperature
remains high after a prolonged period
parked in the sun, do not hesitate to
ventilate the passenger compartment for a
few minutes. For even air distribution, ensure that the
exterior air intake grille located at the base
of the windscreen is not obstructed and that
the side and central vents, the air outlets
on the floor and the air extractor at the rear
are open.
The air conditioning is useful in all seasons
as it eliminates condensation and air
humidity. Operate the air conditioning system for
5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month,
to keep it in perfect working order.
Have the filter elements (air filter and
passenger compartment filter) replaced
regularly. If you drive in a dusty environment,
have them replaced twice as often.
It is normal that the condensation created by
the air conditioning system results in a flow
of water which may form a puddle under
the vehicle when parked.
If the system does not produce cold air, do
not use it and contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
"Leave them open"
For optimum distribution and diffusion
of hot or cool air in the passenger
compartment, there are: 4 adjustable central
vents, of which 2 can be directed sideways
(right or left) towards the top of the body and
4 side vents which can be directed towards
the passengers. The air vents directed
towards the floor of the vehicle complete
the equipment.

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Ventilation
WITH MANUAL ADJUSTMENT
If your vehicle is fitted with these controls,
they are located on the fascia panel on the
centre console control panel.
Temperature adjustment
Control positioned:
- in the blue zone triggers cool air,
Air flow
The force of the blown air, from
the vents, varies from 1 to the
strongest 4. Remember to adjust
this control in order to reach the
ambient air comfort level. To switch off the
blower, place the control in position 0.
Air conditioning
The air conditioning mode can only operate
with the engine running.
The air blower must be set to at
least 1.
Pressing the button triggers the
operation of the air conditioning,
the diode is lit. Pressing the button again
switches the function off and the diode is
switched off.
Air distribution
The air supply distribution is directed by the
control turned towards:
the side vents and the central
vents,
the side vents, the central vents
and the footwells,
the footwells,
the windscreen, the footwells and
the side windows,
the windscreen and the side
windows.
- in the red zone triggers heating
of the interior ambient air.

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Intake of exterior air
Recommended settings for the Air Conditioning Recommended settings for the Air Conditioning
For optimum operation of the system, the settings below are recommended:
Recirculation of interior air
This position should only be
temporary.
Used with the air conditioning
switched on and setting of the
force of blown air (from 1 to 4), recirculation
enables you to obtain the required ambient
air comfort level with both hot or cold
settings.
Recirculation temporarily prevents exterior
odours and smoke from entering the
passenger compartment. If I require...
Air
distribution Temperature Air flow Air
recirculation AC
Heating
-
Cooling

Deicing
Demisting
When your ambient air comfort level has
been reached, return to the intake of exterior
air position to permit renewal of the air in the
passenger compartment and demisting. This
operating mode is preferable. This is the preferred operating
position.