2010 Peugeot 407 maintenance
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8DRIVING
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Gear selection gate
Move the lever in the gate to select
a position.
The indicator lamp corresponding to the position selected appears on
the instrument panel screen.
P ark: to immobilise the vehicle and
to start the engine, with the parking
brake 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 parking brake 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 four or six speed automatic gear-
box offers, as required, the comfort
of the auto-adaptive programme en-
hanced by a selection suited to dy-
namic driving 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, you have 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 parking brake,
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 parking brake on, select
position P or N in the gate,
turn the ignition key. When the engine is at idle,
brakes not applied, if position
R , D or M is selected, the ve-
hicle 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.
When maintenance operations need
to be carried out with the engine run-
ning, apply the parking brake and se-
lect the P ark position.
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9CHECKS
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CHECKING THE LEVELS
These are normal maintenance opera-
tions which keep your vehicle in good
working order. Obtan advice from the
PEUGEOT dealer network or from the
Warranty and Maintenance Record
provided with the vehicle.
I f y o u h a v e t o r e m o v e / r e fi t t h e e n g i n e
style cover, handle it with care to avoid
d a m a g i n g t h e fi x i n g c l i p s .
Dipstick There are two marks on
the dipstick:
A = maximum
N e v e r fi l l p a s t t h i s m a r k .
B = minimum
To maintain the reliability
of engines and emission
control systems, the use
of additives in engine oil is
prohibited.
Oil level
Check the level regularly and top
up between changes.
Check the level with the vehicle level,
the engine having been off for more
than 15 minutes, using the dipstick. Oil change
It is essential that this is carried out at
t h e i n t e r v a l s s p e c i fi e d a n d t h e v i s c o s i t y
of the oil chosen must meet the require-
ments laid down in the manufacturer's
servicing schedule. Ask for advice from
the PEUGEOT dealer network.
Note : avoid used oil coming into pro-
longed contact with the skin. Empty
the used oil into the containers provid-
ed for this purpose in the PEUGEOT
dealer network (France) or take it to
an approved recycling centre. system is pressurised, wait for at least
one hour after the engine has stopped
before carrying out any work.
Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e fi l t e r r e g u l a r l y i n a c c o r -
dance with the recommendations of
the servicing schedule.
Brake fluid change
U s e t h e fl u i d r e c o m m e n d e d b y t h e
m a n u f a c t u r e r , w h i c h f u l fi l s t h e D O T 4
standard.
I t i s e s s e n t i a l t h a t t h e b r a k e fl u i d i s
c h a n g e d a t t h e i n t e r v a l s s p e c i fi e d i n
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Note : avoid all contact with the skin;
t h e b r a k e fl u i d i s h a r m f u l t o h e a l t h a n d
is very corrosive. Used oil
Power steering reservoir
U s e t h e fl u i d r e c o m m e n d e d b y t h e
manufacturer.
Open the reservoir, with the engine
at ambient temperature. The level
should always be above the MIN.
mark and close to the MAX. mark.
Cooling system Screenwash and headlamp
wash level
To ensure optimum cleaning and avoid
f r e e z i n g , t h i s fl u i d s h o u l d n o t b e t o p p e d
up or replaced with plain water. Slacken the cap by two turns
to release the pressure to pre-
vent any risk of scalding. When
the pressure has dropped, re-
move the cap and top up the level.
Note : the coolant does not need to be
changed.
U s e t h e fl u i d r e c o m m e n d e d
by the manufacturer.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is
controlled by the engine fan. As this
fan can operate with the ignition key
removed and because the cooling Do not dispose of used oil,
b r a k e fl u i d o r c o o l a n t i n t o
drains or onto the ground.
Take care when working un-
der the bonnet, as some parts
of the engine can be very hot
(risk of burns).
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1010PRACTICAL INFORMATION
123
The electrical system of your
vehicle is designed to oper-
ate with standard or optional
equipment.
Before installing other electrical equip-
ment or accessories on your vehicle,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
PEUGEOT will not accept responsi-
bility for the cost incurred in repairing
your vehicle or for rectifying the mal-
functions resulting from the installation
of accessories not supplied and not
recommended by PEUGEOT and not
installed in accordance with its instruc-
tions, in particular when the combined
consumption of all of the additional
equipment connected exceeds 10 mil-
liamperes.
The maxi-fuses provide additional pro-
tection for the electrical systems. All work
must be carried out by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
CHANGING A WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADE ECONOMY MODE FUNCTION
After the engine has stopped, certain
electrical functions can be used for a
maximum duration of approximately
one hour, to prevent discharging of the
battery.
A fl a t b a t t e r y p r e v e n t s t h e e n -
gine from starting.
If the telephone is being used
when economy mode starts,
i t w i l l s t i l l b e p o s s i b l e t o fi n i s h
the call.
Placing the wiper blades in
the maintenance position
Less than one minute after swit-
ching off the ignition, press the
windscreen wiper stalk down once
to position the blades vertically on
the windscreen (maintenance po-
sition).
Replacing a blade
Lift the arm, then unclip the blade
and remove it.
Fit the new blade and fold down
the arm.
To reposition the blades, switch on the
ignition and operate the windscreen
wiper stalk. T h i s p e r i o d m a y b e s i g n i fi -
cantly reduced if the battery
charge is low.
Once the hour is over, a message ap-
pears on the multi-function display
and the active functions are put on
standby.
These functions are automatically re-
activated when the vehicle is started.
As winter approaches, have your bat-
tery checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.
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1010PRACTICAL INFORMATION
123
The electrical system of your
vehicle is designed to oper-
ate with standard or optional
equipment.
Before installing other electrical equip-
ment or accessories on your vehicle,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
PEUGEOT will not accept responsi-
bility for the cost incurred in repairing
your vehicle or for rectifying the mal-
functions resulting from the installation
of accessories not supplied and not
recommended by PEUGEOT and not
installed in accordance with its instruc-
tions, in particular when the combined
consumption of all of the additional
equipment connected exceeds 10 mil-
liamperes.
The maxi-fuses provide additional pro-
tection for the electrical systems. All work
must be carried out by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
CHANGING A WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADE ECONOMY MODE FUNCTION
After the engine has stopped, certain
electrical functions can be used for a
maximum duration of approximately
one hour, to prevent discharging of the
battery.
A fl a t b a t t e r y p r e v e n t s t h e e n -
gine from starting.
If the telephone is being used
when economy mode starts,
i t w i l l s t i l l b e p o s s i b l e t o fi n i s h
the call.
Placing the wiper blades in
the maintenance position
Less than one minute after swit-
ching off the ignition, press the
windscreen wiper stalk down once
to position the blades vertically on
the windscreen (maintenance po-
sition).
Replacing a blade
Lift the arm, then unclip the blade
and remove it.
Fit the new blade and fold down
the arm.
To reposition the blades, switch on the
ignition and operate the windscreen
wiper stalk. T h i s p e r i o d m a y b e s i g n i fi -
cantly reduced if the battery
charge is low.
Once the hour is over, a message ap-
pears on the multi-function display
and the active functions are put on
standby.
These functions are automatically re-
activated when the vehicle is started.
As winter approaches, have your bat-
tery checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.
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1010PRACTICAL INFORMATION
123
The electrical system of your
vehicle is designed to oper-
ate with standard or optional
equipment.
Before installing other electrical equip-
ment or accessories on your vehicle,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
PEUGEOT will not accept responsi-
bility for the cost incurred in repairing
your vehicle or for rectifying the mal-
functions resulting from the installation
of accessories not supplied and not
recommended by PEUGEOT and not
installed in accordance with its instruc-
tions, in particular when the combined
consumption of all of the additional
equipment connected exceeds 10 mil-
liamperes.
The maxi-fuses provide additional pro-
tection for the electrical systems. All work
must be carried out by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
CHANGING A WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADE ECONOMY MODE FUNCTION
After the engine has stopped, certain
electrical functions can be used for a
maximum duration of approximately
one hour, to prevent discharging of the
battery.
A fl a t b a t t e r y p r e v e n t s t h e e n -
gine from starting.
If the telephone is being used
when economy mode starts,
i t w i l l s t i l l b e p o s s i b l e t o fi n i s h
the call.
Placing the wiper blades in
the maintenance position
Less than one minute after swit-
ching off the ignition, press the
windscreen wiper stalk down once
to position the blades vertically on
the windscreen (maintenance po-
sition).
Replacing a blade
Lift the arm, then unclip the blade
and remove it.
Fit the new blade and fold down
the arm.
To reposition the blades, switch on the
ignition and operate the windscreen
wiper stalk. T h i s p e r i o d m a y b e s i g n i fi -
cantly reduced if the battery
charge is low.
Once the hour is over, a message ap-
pears on the multi-function display
and the active functions are put on
standby.
These functions are automatically re-
activated when the vehicle is started.
As winter approaches, have your bat-
tery checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.
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ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories recom-
mended by PEUGEOT and original parts
are offered by the dealer network.
T h e y a l l b e n e fi t f r o m P E U G E O T r e c -
ommendation.
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliabil-
ity and safety, are all adapted to your
PEUGEOT vehicle.
The product range offered by PEUGEOT
Accessories is structured around 5 catego-
ries: PROTECTION - TOURING - IN-CAR
TECHNOLOGY - STYLING - UNIVERSAL.
Anti-theft alarm, parking sen-
sors, etched windows, wheel
s e c u r i t y b o l t s , fi r s t a i d k i t ,
warning triangle, high vis-
ibility safety jacket, snow
chains, anti-slip covers, dog
guard, etc.
"Protection":
Seat covers compatible with
lateral airbags, mats, boot tray.
For leisure pursuits: roof
bars, transport accessories
(bicycle carrier, ski carrier),
roof box, child seats and
booster cushions, rear screen blind,
audio/telephone console, side blinds,
cool box.
T r a i l e r t o w b a r w h i c h m u s t b e fi t t e d b y
the PEUGEOT Network.
"Touring":
Telephone, Bluetooth sys-
tem, satellite navigation, CD
changer, multimedia, connec-
tion for portable MP3 player
(in the glove box), USB Box.
"In-Car Technology": Alloy wheels, wheel trims,
spoiler, leather steering
wheel, styling strips, door
spoilers, stainless steel sill
protectors.
"Styling":
W i n d s c r e e n w a s h fl u i d , i n t e -
rior and exterior cleaning and
maintenance products.
"Universal":
T h e fi t t i n g o f e l e c t r i c a l e q u i p m e n t
or accessories which are not rec-
ommended by PEUGEOT may
result in a failure of your vehicle's
electronic system.
P l e a s e n o t e t h i s s p e c i fi c w a r n i n g . Y o u
are advised to contact a representa-
tive of the Marque to be shown the
range of recommended equipment
and accessories.
Note
To avoid any jamming under the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- never place one mat on top of an- other.
Depending on the country in
which the vehicle is sold, it
may be compulsory to have
a high visibility safety jacket,
warning triangle and spare
bulbs available in the vehicle.
Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
It is advisable to contact a representa-
tive of the PEUGEOT marque before
installing accessory radiocommunica-
tion transmitters with external aerial
on your vehicle. The PEUGEOT network will inform
y o u o f t h e s p e c i fi c a t i o n s ( f r e q u e n c y
waveband, maximum output power,
a e r i a l p o s i t i o n , s p e c i fi c i n s t a l l a t i o n
conditions) of the transmitters which
c a n b e fi t t e d , i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t h e
Motor Vehicle Electromagnetic Com-
patibility Directive (2004/104/EC).
407SW: you can obtain "Van" conver-
sion kits to convert from a private ve-
hicle to a van.
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0 3 SCREEN AND MAIN MENU
For maintenance of the display, the use of a soft, non-abrasive cloth (spectacles cloth) is recommended without any additional product.
Long press on MENU: help.
MAP: orientation, details, display. AUDIO FUNCTIONS: radio, CD, Jukebox, options.
TELEMATIC: telephone, directory, SMS.
CONFIGURATION: vehicle, display, time, languages, voice, auxiliary socket (AUX) parameters. socket (AUX) parameters.
VIDEO: activation, parameters.
VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS: warnings log, status of the functions.
NAVIGATION GUIDANCE: GPS, stages, options.
TRAFFIC INFORMATION: TMC information, messages.
AIR CONDITIONING: on/off and dual-zone control (according to equipment).