2009 Peugeot Expert VU Owner's Manual

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Ventilation
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CORRECT USE OF THE VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
Passenger compartment filter,
carbon filter
Ensure that this fi lter is in good condition and
have all of the fi lter elements replaced regularly.
Vents

"Leave them open"
For optimum distribution and diffusion of hot
or cool air in the passenger compartment,
there are adjustable central and side vents
which can be directed sideways (right or
left) towards the top of the body. For your
comfort while driving, do not close them,
direct the flow of air towards the windows
instead.
The air vents directed towards the floor of
the vehicle complete the equipment.
Refer to the "Checks" section of
chapter 6. Air conditioning
In all seasons, if fitted on your vehicle, 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.
If your vehicle is fitted with automatic
air conditioning, use the AUTO
mode as much as possible as it permits
optimised control of all of the functions:
air flow, passenger compartment comfort
temperature, air distribution, air intake
mode or air recirculation in the passenger
compartment.
Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to
10 minutes, once or twice a month, to keep
it in perfect working order.
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 consult a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Ventilation Good practice
To avoid any risk of poisoning or
asphyxiation, the heater must not be used,
even for short periods, in an enclosed space
such as a garage or workshop which is not
fitted with an exhaust gas extraction system.
Do not park the vehicle on an inflammable
surface (dry grass, dead leaves, paper…),
there is a risk of fire.
The temperature near the heater must not
exceed 120 °C. A temperature higher than this (for example
in the case of painting in an oven) could
damage the components of the electronic
circuits.
The heater is supplied by the vehicle’s fuel
tank. Ensure that the fuel gauge indicator
light is not at reserve.
ADDITIONAL HEATING
Coolant circuit heater
This is an additional and autonomous
system which heats the diesel engine hot
coolant loop to make starting easier.
It improves the de-icing and demisting
performance.
Vehicles fitted with an HDi engine may be
fitted with a heater. When the engine is at
idle or the vehicle is stationary, it is normal
to notice a high-pitched whistling noise and
a slight emission of smoke and odour.

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Ventilation
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Have the heater checked at least
once a year at the beginning of winter.
Maintenance and repairs should only be
carried out by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Use recommended replacement parts only.

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Improved comfort
IMPROVED COMFORT
Protection of the driving position
The Expert is fitted with a ladder type
separation with load retainer at the base,
so protecting the front occupants against
the risks of load movement. As an option, panel or glazed separation
partitions permit separation of the load
space from the cab for increased protection
and improved acoustic and
temperature-related comfort.
Treatment of the bodywork leading
to acoustic comfort
The underseal under the body, on the body
sills and on the wheel arches considerably
reduces noise and protects the body from
external attack. The Expert is treated by
cataphoresis, ensuring perfect protection
against corrosion. The anticorrosion
warranty has a duration of 6 years.

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Seats
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FRONT SEATS
Depending on the version and configuration
of your vehicle, different front seats are
fitted, either:
- a driver's seat and a passenger seat,
- an individual driver's seat and a two-seat passenger bench.
Depending on the models, the following
adjustments are available: 3 - Driver's seat height adjustment
Depending on the version and configuration
of your vehicle, you have either:
- a passive adjustment: pull the handle
upwards then take your weight off the
seat to raise, or push on the seat to
lower,
2 - Seat back angle adjustment
Pull the lever upwards and set the required
angle.
1 - Forwards/backwards adjustment
Lift the bar and slide the seat forwards or
backwards.

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Seats
- an active adjustment: manoeuvre the handle upwards or downwards until the
desired position is reached.
Head restraint height adjustment
To raise or lower the restraint, pull it
forwards, then slide it. The adjustment is correct when the upper
edge of the head restraint is level with the
top of the head.
To remove it, set it in the high position, press
the tabs and pull upwards and forwards at
the same time.
To re-install, engage the head restraint rods
in the holes, making sure they are aligned
with the seat back.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
correctly adjusted.
Front heated seat controls
Adjustable armrest
To place the armrest in its rest position:
- raise it until it is in the centreline of the

seat back.
4 - Driver's seat lumbar adjustment
Move the lever up or down to obtain the
required position. Press the corresponding control,
located on the overhead storage
unit.
The temperature is controlled
automatically.
Pressing a second time stops operation.
To place the armrest in a position for use:
- fold it down fully,
- raise it slowly to the required position,
- if you pass the required position, raise it
fully then repeat the operations above.

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2 - SEAT FRONT BENCH
If your vehicle is fitted with this bench seat,
it is fixed and has a 3rd seat belt.


Head restraint
Press the tab to adjust the height of the
head restraint.
To remove the head restraint, press the tabs
and raise the head restraint.
The adjustment is correct when the upper edge
of the head restraint is level with the top of the
head.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
adjusted correctly.

Storage basket
This is located under the seat.

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