2010.5 Peugeot Bipper power

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ACCESSORIES
Towing a trailer
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this case,
automatic cutting off of the air conditioning
allows the engine power to be saved.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.

Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
markings" section of chapter 7) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressures.

Brakes: towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually.
Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.

ABS: the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.

Rear parking sensors: the sensors
will be deactivated automatically when
an genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used
(see the "Rear parking sensors" section of
chapter 3). Towbar
We recommend the use of original
PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to a
PEUGEOT dealer.
If this equipment is not fitted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it is essential that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment located at
the rear of the vehicle and following the
manufacturer's instructions.
The operation of the rear parking sensors is
deactivated automatically when the trailer
cable connector is inserted in the towbar
socket.
When the trailer cable is removed, the rear
parking sensors are re-activated.

Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. The air density decreases with
altitude, so reducing the performance of
the engine. The maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for each 1 000 metres
of altitude. Refer to the "Technical data"
chapter for details of the weights and towed
loads applicable to your vehicle and also to
the administrative documents
(V5 registration document, ...).

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Equipment
ROOF RACK AND ROOF BARS
To install the transverse roof bars or a
roof rack, use the fixings provided for this
purpose.
Maximum load: 75 kg.
OTHER ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and original
parts is offered by the PEUGEOT network.
These accessories and parts have been
tested and approved both for reliability and
for safety.
They all benefit from PEUGEOT's
recommendation and warranty.
Never exceed the gross vehicle weight
(GVW). Range of professional equipment
The replacement parts department publishes
an accessories catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
- wooden protective floor, non-slip wooden
floors, wooden side protectors, glass
protection grilles,
- roof rack, set of transverse roof bars, loading roller,
- towbars, towbar harnesses with 7/13 sockets, 7/7 sockets, 13 socket... The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories not listed by PEUGEOT
may result in the failure of your vehicle's
electronic system or high consumption.
Please note this specific warning. You
are advised to contact a representative
of PEUGEOT to be shown the range of
recommended equipment and accessories.
Depending on the country in which the
vehicle is sold or operated, it is compulsory
to have a high visibility vest, warning
triangle, replacement bulbs and fuses
available in the vehicle.
You are advised to contact a
representative of PEUGEOT before
installing accessory radiocommunication
transmitters with external aerial on your
vehicle. Your PEUGEOT dealer will
inform you of the specification (frequency
band, maximum output power, aerial
position, specific installation conditions)
of the transmitters which can be fitted,
in accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
When fitting a towbar and harness
outside the PEUGEOT dealer
network, the installation must be done
using the electrical pre-equipment on the
vehicle and following the manufacture's
recommendations.

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Equipment
ROOF RACK AND ROOF BARS
To install the transverse roof bars or a
roof rack, use the fixings provided for this
purpose.
Maximum load: 75 kg.
OTHER ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and original
parts is offered by the PEUGEOT network.
These accessories and parts have been
tested and approved both for reliability and
for safety.
They all benefit from PEUGEOT's
recommendation and warranty.
Never exceed the gross vehicle weight
(GVW). Range of professional equipment
The replacement parts department publishes
an accessories catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
- wooden protective floor, non-slip wooden
floors, wooden side protectors, glass
protection grilles,
- roof rack, set of transverse roof bars, loading roller,
- towbars, towbar harnesses with 7/13 sockets, 7/7 sockets, 13 socket... The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories not listed by PEUGEOT
may result in the failure of your vehicle's
electronic system or high consumption.
Please note this specific warning. You
are advised to contact a representative
of PEUGEOT to be shown the range of
recommended equipment and accessories.
Depending on the country in which the
vehicle is sold or operated, it is compulsory
to have a high visibility vest, warning
triangle, replacement bulbs and fuses
available in the vehicle.
You are advised to contact a
representative of PEUGEOT before
installing accessory radiocommunication
transmitters with external aerial on your
vehicle. Your PEUGEOT dealer will
inform you of the specification (frequency
band, maximum output power, aerial
position, specific installation conditions)
of the transmitters which can be fitted,
in accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
When fitting a towbar and harness
outside the PEUGEOT dealer
network, the installation must be done
using the electrical pre-equipment on the
vehicle and following the manufacture's
recommendations.

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QUICK HELP
Having your vehicle towed
BEING TOWED
The removable towing eye is located in the
tool kit behind the driver's seat (Light van) or
behind the rear bench seat (Combi).
From the front
In the front bumper, unclip the cover on the
right using a flat tool.
Screw the removable towing eye in fully.
Then hook the towbar on the towing eye.
Unlock the steering by turning the the
ignition key one notch and release the
parking brake.
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both
vehicles.
Move off gently and drive slowly, towing for
a short distance only. On the towed vehicle, the gear
lever must be put in neutral; failure
to observe this special condition
may result in damage to certain braking
components (brakes, transmission...) and
the absence of braking assistance when the
engine is started.
From the rear
In the rear bumper, unclip the cover at the
bottom using a flat tool.
Screw the removable towing eye in fully.
Then hook the towbar on the towing eye.
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both
vehicles.
Move off gently and drive slowly, towing for
a short distance only. General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your
country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle
is higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel of the
towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast roads is
prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, always use an approved
towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off,
there is no longer any power assistance for
braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call
on a professional recovery service:
- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,
- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering,
or release the parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the ground,
- where there is no approved towing bar available...

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QUICK HELP
Under the bonnet
Diesel engine
UNDER THE BONNET

1. Windscreen wash reservoir.

2. Fuse box.

3. Engine coolant reservoir.

4. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.

5. Air filter.

6. Dipstick.

7. Engine oil filler cap.

8. Power steering fluid reservoir.

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Under the bonnet Petrol engine
UNDER THE BONNET

1. Windscreen wash reservoir.

2. Fuse box.

3. Engine coolant reservoir.

4. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.

5. Air filter.

6. Dipstick.

7. Engine oil filler cap.

8. Power steering fluid reservoir.

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Levels
Engine coolant level
Only use the fluid recommended by the
manufacturer. Otherwise, you risk seriously
damaging your engine. When the engine
is warm, the temperature of the coolant is
controlled by the engine cooling fan. As
this fan can operate with the ignition key
removed and because the cooling system is
pressurised, wait for at least one hour after
the engine has stopped before carrying out
any work.
Topping up
The level must be between the MIN and

MAX marks on the header tank. If more than
1 litre of fluid is required to top up the level,
have the system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer. Power steering fluid level
The vehicle must be parked on level ground
with the engine cold. Unscrew the cap with
integral gauge and check the level which
must be between the
MIN and MAX marks.
Screenwash fluid level
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
topping up or replacement of this fluid
should never be with plain water; we
recommend the use of products available
from PEUGEOT dealers.
Capacity of the reservoir: approximately
5.5 litres.
Slacken the cap by two turns to release the
pressure to prevent any risk of scalding.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level with coolant.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a fault which must be checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible. Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil with
the skin.
Brake fluid is harmful to health and very
corrosive.
Do not dispose of used oil, brake fluid
or coolant into drains or into the ground,
but into the containers provided for this
purpose at PEUGEOT dealers (France) or
at an authorised waste disposal site.