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SAFETY
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKING
SYSTEM (ABS) AND
ELECTRONIC BRAKE
FORCE DISTRIBUTION
(EBFD)
The ABS, in conjunction with the
electronic brake force distribution,
increases the stability and manoeu-
vrability of your vehicle on braking,
in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
When changing wheels (tyres and
rims), make sure that these are ap-
proved.
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
EMERGENCY BRAKING
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
In an emergency, this system ena-
bles the optimum braking pressure to
be reached more quickly, thus reduc-
ing the stopping distance.
It is triggered by the speed at which
the brake pedal is activated. The ef-
fect of this is a reduction in the resist-
ance of the pedal and an increase in
b r a k i n g e f i c i e n c y .
When braking in an emergency,
p r e s s i r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s i n g t h e
pressure.
Depending on the force of the decel-
eration, the hazard warning lights are
switched on automatically. They are
switched off automatically on accel-
eration.
When this warning light
comes on, accompanied by
a buzzer and a message, it
indicates that there is a mal-
function of the ABS, which can cause
a loss of control of the vehicle when
braking. When this warning light
comes on, connected to the
STOP
warning light, accom-
panied by a buzzer and a
message, it indicates that there is a
malfunction of the electronic brake
force distribution, which can cause
a loss of control of the vehicle when
braking.
Stop immediately.
In both cases, consult a PEUGEOT
dealer.
Normal operation of the ABS may
make itself felt by slight vibrations
of the brake pedal.
In emergency braking, press
v e r y i r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s i n g t h e
p r e s s u r e .
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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For your safety, always change a wheel:
- on level, stable and non slippery ground,
- with the handbrake applied,
- w i t h i r s t o r r e v e r s e g e a r e n g a g e d ,
- with the vehicle chocked using the jack storage box,
- n e v e r g o u n d e r n e a t h a v e h i c l e r a i s e d u s i n g a j a c k ( u s e a n a x l e s t a n d ) .
After changing the wheel
- Have the tightening of the bolts and the pressure of the spare tyre checked as soon as possible by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
- Have the punctured tyre repaired and replace it on the vehicl e as soon as possible.
- The space-saver spare wheel must only be used temporarily:
- i n l a t i o n p r e s s u r e : 4 . 2 b a r s ( 6 0 p . s . i . ) .
- m a x i m u m s p e e d : 5 0 m p h ( 8 0 k m / h ) .
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, BOAT, ETC.
We recommend the use of original
PEUGEOT towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage of
y o u r v e h i c l e a n d t h a t t h e i t t i n g o f t h e
towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT
dealer.
I f t h e t o w b a r i s n o t i t t e d b y a P E U G E O T
d e a l e r , i t i s i m p e r a t i v e t h a t i t i s i t t e d u s -
ing the electrical pre-equipment installed
at the rear of the vehicle, in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Your vehicle is primarily designed
for transporting people and luggage
but it may also be used for towing a
trailer.
Driving with a trailer subjects the tow-
i n g v e h i c l e t o m o r e s i g n i i c a n t s t r e s s
and its driver must be particularly
careful.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance.
A b o v e 1 0 0 0 m e t r e s , t h e m a x i m u m
t o w i n g l o a d m u s t b e r e d u c e d b y 1 0 %
a n d s o o n f o r e v e r y 1 0 0 0 m e t r e s o f
altitude. Driving advice
Distribution of loads:
Distribute the
load in the trailer so that the heaviest
items are as close as possible to the
axle and the nose weight approach-
es the 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 dependent
on the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to
lower the engine speed and reduce
your speed.
The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and
the outside temperature. In all cases, pay attention to the cool-
ant temperature.
In certain cases of particularly ardu-
o u s u s e ( t o w i n g t h e m a x i m u m l o a d
on a steep gradient in high tempera-
tures), switching off the air condition-
ing permits the recovery of engine
power and therefore an increase in
the towing capacity.
If the 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 and of the trailer,
observing the recommended pres-
sures.
Braking : Towing increases the brak-
ing distance.
Lights : Check the electrical signal-
ling on the trailer.
Side wind : Take into account the in-
creased sensitivity to side wind.
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TECHNICAL DATA
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A. Manufacturer's plate
on the centre pillar
(location according to model).
B. Serial number on the
bodywork (location according
to model).
C. Serial number on
the fascia. D.
Tyres and paint reference.
The label D on the centre door pillar
gives:
- the wheel and tyre sizes,
- the brands of tyres approved by the manufacturer,
- the tyre pressures: (tyre pressure checks must be
carried out cold, at least every
month) .
- the paint colour reference.
THE IDENTIFICATION FEATURES OF YOUR 206
