
ESP OFF
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Driving safety
TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP)
These systems are linked and
complement the ABS.
The ASR system is very useful for
maintaining optimum drive and
avoiding losses of control of the vehicle
on acceleration.
The system optimises drive to prevent
the wheels skidding, by acting on the
brakes of the drive wheels and on the
engine. It also allows the directional
stability of the vehicle to be improved
on acceleration.
Use the ESP to hold your course
without attempting to countersteer.
If there is a variation between the
trajectory followed by the vehicle and
that required by the driver, the ESP
system automatically acts on the
engine and the brake of one or more
wheels, in order to put the vehicle back
on course. Disarming the ASR/ESP
systems
In certain exceptional conditions
( s t a r t i n g t h e v e h i c l e w h e n s t u c k i n m u d
or snow, or on loose ground...), it could
prove useful to disarm the ASR and
ESP systems to make the wheels spin
and regain grip.
Operating check
Good practice
The ASR/ESP systems offer increased
safety during normal driving, but
should not incite the driver to take risks
or to drive at high speed.
The operation of these systems is
ensured if the recommendations
of the manufacturer regarding
t h e w h e e l s ( t y r e s a n d r i m s ) , t h e
braking components, the electronic
c o m p o n e n t s a n d t h e fi t t i n g a n d r e p a i r
procedures within the PEUGEOT
network are observed.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Operation of the ASR and
ESP systems
T h e l u m i n o u s d i o d e fl a s h e s
when the ASR or ESP is
triggered.
They engage again:
- automatically above 30 mph ( 5 0 k m / h ) , When a malfunction of the
systems occurs, the indicator
light comes on, accompanied
by an audible signal and a
message on the display.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
The warning light may also come on if
t h e t y r e s a r e u n d e r - i n fl a t e d . C h e c k t h e
pressure of each tyre.
- Press the button or turn the dial to the ESP OFF
p o s i t i o n ( d e p e n d i n g o n
model).
- T h e i n d i c a t o r l i g h t c o m e s o n : the ASR and ESP systems no
longer act.
- manually by pressing the button again or by turning
the dial to this position
( d e p e n d i n g o n m o d e l ) .

ESP OFF
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Driving safety
This snow mode allows the
vehicle to adapts its strategy
to the conditions of grip
encountered for each of the
two front wheels, on moving off.
When moving, the system optimises
the skidding to guarantee the best
acceleration possible in relation to the
grip available.
This all terrain m o d e ( m u d ,
wet grass...) allows, when
moving off, considerable
skidding on the wheel with
the least grip to favour
clearing of the mud and regain "grip".
At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as
to pass as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises
the skidding to respond to the driver’s
requirements as fully as possible. This
sand mode allows little
skidding on the two driving
wheels at the same time to
allow the vehicle to move
forward and limit the risks of
getting stuck in the sand.
Do not use the other modes on sand
as the vehicle may become stuck.
This
ESP mode is calibrated
for a low level of skidding,
based on different conditions
of grip encountered on the
road.
When the ignition is switched off, the
system returns automatically to ESP
mode.
This ESP OFF mode is
o n l y s u i t a b l e f o r s p e c i fi c
conditions encountered when
moving off or at low speed.
This mode is active up to 30 mph
( 5 0 k m / h ) .

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Air bags
Side air bags
This is a system which protects the
driver and front passenger in the event
of a serious side impact in order to limit
the risk of injury to the chest.
Each side air bag is incorporated in the
front seat back frame, on the door side.
Activation
It is triggered unilaterally in the event of a
serious side impact applied to all or part
of the side impact zone B , perpendicular
to the longitudinal centreline of the
vehicle on a horizontal plane and
directed from the outside towards 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. Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.
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 triggered. Operating fault
If this warning light comes
on on the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the
display, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer to have the system checked. The
air bags may no longer be triggered in
the event of a serious impact.
Curtain air bags
This is a system which protects the
driver and passengers in the event of a
serious side impact in order to limit the
risk of head injuries.
Each curtain air bag is incorporated
in the pillars and the upper part of the
passenger compartment.
Activation
It is triggered at the same time as the
corresponding side air bag in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
towards 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 occupant of the vehicle and the
windows.

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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
Good Practice
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, the automatic cutting off of
the air conditioning allows the engine
power to be recovered.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
t o w i n g v e h i c l e ( s e e t h e " I d e n t i fi c a t i o n
features" section of chapter 8) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the
engine as soon as possible.
Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance.
Drive at a moderate speed, change
down early and brake gradually. 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 you entrust the
fi t t i n g o f t h i s e q u i p m e n t t o a P E U G E O T
dealer.
I f t h i s e q u i p m e n t i s n o t fi t t e d b y a
PEUGEOT dealer, it is imperative that
i t i s fi t t e d u s i n g t h e e l e c t r i c a l p r e -
e q u i p m e n t i n s t a l l e d a t t h e r e a r o f t h e
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general
instructions a reminder of which has
been given above, we draw your
a t t e n t i o n t o t h e r i s k l i n k e d w i t h fi t t i n g
a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by PEUGEOT. Fitting
s u c h e q u i p m e n t c o u l d r e s u l t i n t h e
failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please contact a PEUGEOT
d e a l e r f o r i n f o r m a t i o n b e f o r e fi t t i n g t h i s
t y p e o f e q u i p m e n t . OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide range of recommended
accessories and original parts is
offered.
Range of professional equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessories catalogue offering various
e q u i p m e n t a n d fi t t i n g s , s u c h a s :
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
w h i c h m u s t b e fi t t e d b y t h e P E U G E O T
network.
Separation partitions and grilles, smooth,
n o n - s l i p w o o d e n p r o t e c t i v e fl o o r .
Protective grilles.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while the vehicle is towing.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:

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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
Good Practice
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, the automatic cutting off of
the air conditioning allows the engine
power to be recovered.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
t o w i n g v e h i c l e ( s e e t h e " I d e n t i fi c a t i o n
features" section of chapter 8) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the
engine as soon as possible.
Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance.
Drive at a moderate speed, change
down early and brake gradually. 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 you entrust the
fi t t i n g o f t h i s e q u i p m e n t t o a P E U G E O T
dealer.
I f t h i s e q u i p m e n t i s n o t fi t t e d b y a
PEUGEOT dealer, it is imperative that
i t i s fi t t e d u s i n g t h e e l e c t r i c a l p r e -
e q u i p m e n t i n s t a l l e d a t t h e r e a r o f t h e
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general
instructions a reminder of which has
been given above, we draw your
a t t e n t i o n t o t h e r i s k l i n k e d w i t h fi t t i n g
a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by PEUGEOT. Fitting
s u c h e q u i p m e n t c o u l d r e s u l t i n t h e
failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please contact a PEUGEOT
d e a l e r f o r i n f o r m a t i o n b e f o r e fi t t i n g t h i s
t y p e o f e q u i p m e n t . OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide range of recommended
accessories and original parts is
offered.
Range of professional equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessories catalogue offering various
e q u i p m e n t a n d fi t t i n g s , s u c h a s :
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
w h i c h m u s t b e fi t t e d b y t h e P E U G E O T
network.
Separation partitions and grilles, smooth,
n o n - s l i p w o o d e n p r o t e c t i v e fl o o r .
Protective grilles.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while the vehicle is towing.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance: