2008 Peugeot 407 C instrument panel
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AUTOMATIC HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT
W h e n s t a t i o n a r y a n d w h e n t h e v e h i -
cle is moving , the system automati-
cally corrects the height of the beam,
whatever the load of the vehicle. The
driver is then assured of having opti-
mum lighting and not causing a nui-
sance to other road users.
DIRECTIONAL HEADLAMPS
Activation/Deactivation
When the dipped or main beam head-
lamps are on, this function enables the
light beam to follow the direction of the
road.
The quality of your lighting when turning
is improved considerably.
I n c a s e s o f m a l f u n c t i o n ,
the warning light comes on
on the instrument panel dis-
play, accompanied by an au-
dible signal and a message
on the multifunction display. The sys-
tem places your headlamps to the low
position.
Do not touch the xenon bulbs. Consult
a PEUGEOT dealer. F u n c t i o n a c t i v a t e d
F u n c t i o n d e a c t i v a t e d To deactivate or acti-
vate the function, go to
the
"Personalisation -
C o n fi g u r a t i o n " menu on
your multifunction display.
When the engine is switched on, the
status of activation/deactivation of this
function selected when the engine was
switched off is retained.
By default, this function is activated.
Note: when stationary or driv-
ing at very low speed, or in
reverse gear, this function is
inactive.
I n t h e e v e n t o f a m a l f u n c -
tion, t h i s w a r n i n g l i g h t fl a s h e s
on the instrument panel.
O n v e h i c l e s fi t t e d w i t h d a y t i m e
lights, the function is only acti-
vated if the lights stalk is in the
dipped/main beam headlamps
position.
On starting, with the engine
running, the headlamps initial-
ise automatically and perform
a vertical sweep.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
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WINDSCREEN WIPER STALK
In the Intermittent position, the wiping
speed is in proportion to the speed of
the vehicle.
In the AUTO position, no further action
on your part is required.
A u t o m a t i c w i n d s c r e e n w i p e r
The automatic wiping is controlled by a
r a i n s e n s o r , fi t t e d o n t h e w i n d s c r e e n .
In AUTO mode, the wipers operate
automatically and a d j u s t t h e i r s p e e d
t o t h e i n t e n s i t y o f t h e r a i n f a l l .
Activation Deactivation
This warning light comes on
on the instrument panel, ac-
companied by a message
on the multifunction display,
when the driver presses the
wipers stalk down in AUTO
mode. This warning light comes on
on the instrument panel, ac-
companied by a message
on the multifunction display,
when the driver moves the
wipers stalk to position
I , 1
or 2 .
I n t h e e v e n t o f a m a l f u n c t i o n , the
driver is informed of this by a message
on the multifunction display.
In AUTO mode, the wipers will then
operate in intermittent mode.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
Do not cover the rain sensor,
located on the windscreen be-
hind the interior mirror.
When using a car wash, switch
off the ignition.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice
before activating the automatic wipers.
When parking in snowy weather, position
the blades at the top of the windscreen
(maintenance position) to prevent the ac-
cumulation of snow.
T h e w i p i n g m u s t b e r e a c t i -
vated if the ignition has been
switched off for more than one
minute . Manual operation of the wipers stalk
by moving the lever
A up and return-
ing it to position "0" cancels the AUTO
position, the deactivation warning light
comes on on the instrument panel dis-
play accompanied by a message on
the multifunction display.
W i n d s c r e e n w i p e r s
2 Fast wipe (heavy rain).
1 Normal wipe (moderate rain).
I Intermittent wipe
0 Off
AUTO Automatic wipe then single
sweep.
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WINDSCREEN WIPER STALK
In the Intermittent position, the wiping
speed is in proportion to the speed of
the vehicle.
In the AUTO position, no further action
on your part is required.
A u t o m a t i c w i n d s c r e e n w i p e r
The automatic wiping is controlled by a
r a i n s e n s o r , fi t t e d o n t h e w i n d s c r e e n .
In AUTO mode, the wipers operate
automatically and a d j u s t t h e i r s p e e d
t o t h e i n t e n s i t y o f t h e r a i n f a l l .
Activation Deactivation
This warning light comes on
on the instrument panel, ac-
companied by a message
on the multifunction display,
when the driver presses the
wipers stalk down in AUTO
mode. This warning light comes on
on the instrument panel, ac-
companied by a message
on the multifunction display,
when the driver moves the
wipers stalk to position
I , 1
or 2 .
I n t h e e v e n t o f a m a l f u n c t i o n , the
driver is informed of this by a message
on the multifunction display.
In AUTO mode, the wipers will then
operate in intermittent mode.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
Do not cover the rain sensor,
located on the windscreen be-
hind the interior mirror.
When using a car wash, switch
off the ignition.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice
before activating the automatic wipers.
When parking in snowy weather, position
the blades at the top of the windscreen
(maintenance position) to prevent the ac-
cumulation of snow.
T h e w i p i n g m u s t b e r e a c t i -
vated if the ignition has been
switched off for more than one
minute . Manual operation of the wipers stalk
by moving the lever
A up and return-
ing it to position "0" cancels the AUTO
position, the deactivation warning light
comes on on the instrument panel dis-
play accompanied by a message on
the multifunction display.
W i n d s c r e e n w i p e r s
2 Fast wipe (heavy rain).
1 Normal wipe (moderate rain).
I Intermittent wipe
0 Off
AUTO Automatic wipe then single
sweep.
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Dynamic stability control (DSC)
When changing wheels (tyres
and rims), make sure that
these are approved.
Normal operation of the ABS
may make itself felt by slight vibrations
of the brake pedal.
In emergency braking, press
v e r y fi r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s -
ing the pressure. Operating fault
When a system malfunction occurs, the
warning light comes on accompanied
by an audible signal and a message on
the multifunction display.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
The DSC offers improved
safety during normal driving
but should not encourage the
driver to take extra risks (late
braking) or drive at very high speeds.
Operation of the system is guaranteed
on condition that the manufacturer's
instructions regarding the wheels
(tyres and rims), the braking compo-
nents, the electronic components and
the PEUGEOT network assembly and
maintenance/repair procedures are
complied with.
Following an impact, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer. Warning light on the instru-
ment panel.
The indicator light comes on.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting the
vehicle when it is stuck in mud, immo-
bilised in snow, on unstable ground…),
it may prove useful to deactivate the
DSC.
Press the "ESP OFF" switch, lo-
cated on the centre console.
The switch light and the indicator light
come on: the DSC no longer acts on
the operation of the engine.
Indicator light on the instrument
panel.
Reactivation
Automatic when the ignition is
switched off,
Automatic from 30 mph (50 km/h),
Manual by pressing the switch
again.
Operation of the DSC
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In the event of a malfunction
If this warning light comes on, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction display,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked. The air bags may
no longer be deployed in the event of
a serious impact. Instrument panel warning light.
Disarming the front passenger’s front air bag *
To ensure the safety of your child, it
is essential to disarm the passenger
air bag when you install a rear-fac-
ing child seat on the front passen-
ger seat. Otherwise, the child would
risk being seriously injured or killed
i f t h e a i r b a g w e r e t o i n fl a t e .
With the ignition switched off ,
insert the key into the passenger
air bag disarming switch, turn it to
the "OFF" position, then remove
the key keeping the slot in this po-
sition. Reactivation
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the air bag slot to the
"ON" posi-
tion to re-activate the air bag and thus
ensure its safety function.
* According to country. When the ignition is on, this
warning light remains lit on
the instrument panel for the
duration of disarming.
In the "OFF" position, the passen-
ger air bag will not be triggered in the
event of an impact. The steering column air bag protects
the driver’s knees in the event of a se-
rious front impact.
It is incorporated in the fascia below
the steering column.
Steering column air bag
Activation
It is deployed at the same time as the
front air bags.
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Front side air bags
The side air bags protect the driver
and passengers in the event of a se-
rious side impact in order to limit the
risks of injury to the chest.
Each side air bag is incorporated into
the front seat back.
Activation
The side air bags are deployed inde-
pendently of each other in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal cen-
treline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane directed from the outside to the
inside of the vehicle.
T h e s i d e a i r b a g i n fl a t e s b e t w e e n t h e
front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim pad.
In the event of a malfunction
If this warning light comes on, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction display,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked. The air bags may
no longer be deployed in the event of
a serious impact. Instrument panel warning
light.
* According to country.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.
The curtain air bags protect the driver
and passengers in the event of a se-
rious side impact in order to limit the
risks of injury to the head.
Each curtain air bag is incorporated
into the door pillars and the upper part
of the passenger compartment. Activation
It is deployed at the same time as the
corresponding side air bags in the
event of a serious side impact applied
to all or part of the side impact zone
B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal cen-
treline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane directed from the outside to the
inside of the vehicle.
T h e c u r t a i n a i r b a g i n fl a t e s b e t w e e n
the front or rear occupant of the ve-
hicle and the windows.
In the event of a minor impact
or bump on the side of the
vehicle or if the vehicle rolls
over, the air bag may not be
deployed.
In the event of a front or rear collision,
the air bag is not deployed.
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In the event of a malfunction
If this warning light comes on, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction display,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked. The air bags may
no longer be deployed in the event of
a serious impact. Instrument panel warning light.
Disarming the front passenger’s front air bag *
To ensure the safety of your child, it
is essential to disarm the passenger
air bag when you install a rear-fac-
ing child seat on the front passen-
ger seat. Otherwise, the child would
risk being seriously injured or killed
i f t h e a i r b a g w e r e t o i n fl a t e .
With the ignition switched off ,
insert the key into the passenger
air bag disarming switch, turn it to
the "OFF" position, then remove
the key keeping the slot in this po-
sition. Reactivation
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the air bag slot to the
"ON" posi-
tion to re-activate the air bag and thus
ensure its safety function.
* According to country. When the ignition is on, this
warning light remains lit on
the instrument panel for the
duration of disarming.
In the "OFF" position, the passen-
ger air bag will not be triggered in the
event of an impact. The steering column air bag protects
the driver’s knees in the event of a se-
rious front impact.
It is incorporated in the fascia below
the steering column.
Steering column air bag
Activation
It is deployed at the same time as the
front air bags.
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Gear selection gate
Move the lever in the gate to select
a position.
The indicator light corresponding to
the position selected appears on the
instrument panel screen.
P ark: to immobilise the vehicle and to
start the engine, with the handbrake on.
R everse: to reverse (select this posi-
tion with the vehicle stationary, engine
at idle).
N eutral: to start the engine and to park,
with the handbrake on.
Note: if position N is inadvertently en-
gaged while driving, allow the engine
to return to idle before engaging posi-
tion D then accelerate.
D rive: to drive in automatic mode.
M anual: to drive selecting the gears.
S : sport programme.
: snow programme.
'PORSCHE TIPTRONIC SYSTEM' AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
The six speed automatic gearbox of-
fers, as required, the comfort of the
auto-adaptive programme enhanced
by a selection suited to dynamic driv-
ing conditions: sport, or to driving on a
slippery road: snow.
However, manual selection is still pos-
sible using the gear lever.
Moving Off
With the engine running, move off from
position P :
to exit position P, it is essential
to press the brake pedal,
select position R , D or M , then
gradually release the pressure on
the brake pedal; the vehicle moves
off immediately.
To move off from position N :
with your foot on the brake, release
the handbrake,
select position R , D or M , then
gradually release the pressure on
the brake pedal; the vehicle moves
off immediately.
Starting the engine
with the handbrake on, select posi-
tion P or N in the gate,
turn the ignition key. Always keep your foot on the
brake on a steep incline.
When the engine is at idle,
brakes not applied, if posi-
tion R , D or M is selected, the vehicle
moves even without the accelerator
being pressed.
Do not leave children unsupervised
inside the vehicle, with position
R, D or M selected, with the en-
gine running, as the vehicle moves
even without the accelerator being
pressed.
With the ignition off, if the le-
ver is not in position P , an
audible signal is heard when
the driver's door is opened, or
after approximately 45 seconds. Move
the lever to position P . The audible
signal ceases.