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Coolant temperature
indicator
With the engine running, when the needle is: - in zone A , the temperature is correct, - in zone B , the temperature is too high; the central STOP warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen. You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Wait a few minutes before switching off the engine. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
After driving for a few minutes, the temperature and pressure in the cooling system increase. To top up the level: wait for the engine to cool, unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the pressure to drop,
when the pressure has dropped, remove the cap, top up the level to the "MA X" mark.
On switching on the ignition or when driving, it indicates the engine oil temperature. With the needle in zone C , the temperature is correct. With the needle in zone D , the temperature is too high. Slow down to lower the oil temperature.
Engine oil temperature
gauge
Be aware of the risk of burns when topping up the cooling system. Do not fill above the maximum level (indicated on the reser voir).
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Starting-switching off the engine
With a manual gearbox , put the gear lever in neutral. With an electronic gear control gearbox , put the gear lever in N . With an automatic gearbox , put the gear lever in P or N .
Inser t the key in the ignition switch. Turn the key fully towards the dashboard to position 3 (Star ting) . When the engine star ts, release the key.
Starting using the key
Switching off using the key
Immobilise the vehicle. Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop) . Remove the key from the ignition switch.
For Diesel vehicles, in very cold weather the engine will not start until the preheater warning lamp has gone off.
Key left in the ignition
If the key is left in the ignition switch, there is an audible signal on opening the driver's door.
If one of the starting conditions is not met, a reminder message appears in the instrument panel screen. In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn the steering wheel slightly while pressing the "START/STOP" button to assist unlocking of the steering; a message warns you when this is needed.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the engine will not stop.
With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the brake pedal for vehicles with automatic or electronic gear control gearbox, or declutch fully for vehicles with a manual gearbox.
Starting using the
electronic key
Press the " START/STOP " button.
Switching off using the
electronic key
Immobilise the vehicle.
With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the " START/STOP " button.
The engine stops and the steering column is locked.
Accessory position
With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the "START/STOP" button, with no action on the pedals, to switch the ignition on or off and so activate accessories.
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With the ignition on or the engine running, to release the parking brake, press the brake pedal , pull then release control lever A . The full release of the parking brake is confirmed by:
Manual release
- extinction of the braking warning lamp and of the P warning lamp in the control lever A ,
- display of the message "Handbrake off ".
If you pull the control lever A without pressing the brake pedal, the parking brake will not be released and a message appears in the instrument panel.
If necessary, you can utilise maximum application of the parking brake. It is obtained by means of a long pull on control lever A , until you see the message “Parking brake applied fully” and an audible signal is heard. Maximum application is essential: - in the case of a vehicle towing a caravan or a trailer, if the automatic functions are activated but you are applying the parking brake manually, - when the slope you are parked on may vary (e.g. on a ferry, on a lorry, during towing).
Maximum application
Before leaving the vehicle, check that parking brake warning lamps in the instrument panel and in the control lever A are on fixed (not flashing).
Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle with the ignition on, as they could release the parking brake.
Automatic application,
engine off
- illumination of the braking warning lamp and of the P warning lamp in the control lever A ,
- display of the message "Handbrake on".
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake is automatically applied when the engine is switched off. The application of the parking brake is confirmed by:
In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle
or parking on a gradient, make a maximum application of the parking brake then turn the front wheels towards the pavement and engage a gear when you park. After a maximum application, the release time will be longer.
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Displays in the instrument panel
When you move the lever in the gate to select a position, the corresponding indicator comes on in the instrument panel. P. Park R. Reverse N. Neutral D. Drive (Automatic driving) S. Spor t programme . Snow programme 1 to 6. Gear engaged during manual operation -. Invalid value during manual operation
With your foot on the brake, select position P or N . Star t the engine. If this procedure is not followed, an audible signal is heard, accompanied by a message in the instrument panel screen. With the engine running, press the brake pedal. Release the parking brake, unless it is programmed to automatic mode. Select position R , D or M . Gradually release the brake pedal. The vehicle moves off immediately.
Moving off
When the engine is running at idle, with the brakes released, if position R , R D or M is selected, the vehicle moves even without the accelerator being pressed. When the engine is running, never leave children in the vehicle without super vision. When carrying out maintenance with the engine running, apply the parking brake and select position P . PP
If position N is engaged inadver tently while driving, allow the engine to return to idle then engage position D to accelerate.