2012.5 Peugeot RCZ Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Access to tools *



)
Open the boot lid.

)
Lift the boot fl oor using its strap.

)
Fix it in the vertical position beyond the stops located on the boot
sides.

)
Remove the temporary puncture repair kit for access to the jack.

* According to country. All of these tools are specifi c to your vehicle. Do not use them for
other purposes.

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In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when braking.

Use only the chains designed to be fi tted to the type of wheel fi tted to
your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
235/45 R18
not chainable
235/40 R19
For more information on snow chains, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
The snow chains must be fi tted only to the front wheels. They
must never be fi tted to "space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in your country on the use
of snow chains and the maximum running speed authorised.

Avoid driving on roads that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the road surface. It is
recommended that before you leave, you practise fi tting the snow
chains on a level and dry surface. If your vehicle is fi tted with alloy
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its fi xings is in contact
with the wheel rim.
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
225/45 R18 9 mm


Advice on installation



)
If you have to fi t the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a
fl at surface on the side of the road.

)
Apply the parking brake and position any wheel chocks to prevent
movement of your vehicle.

)
Fit the chains following the instructions provided by the
manufacturer.

)
Move off gently and drive for a few moments, without exceeding
30 mph (50 km/h).

)
Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly
tightened.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A WIPER BLADE

BEFORE REMOVING A WIPER BLADE



)
Within one minute after switching off the ignition, operate the wiper
stalk to position the wiper blades in the centre of the windscreen.



REMOVING



)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm.

)
Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.



FITTING



)
Put the corresponding new wiper blade in place and clip it.

)
Fold down the wiper arm carefully.



AFTER FITTING A WIPER BLADE



)
Switch on the ignition.

)
Operate the wiper stalk again to park the wiper blades.

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ENERGY ECONOMY MODE
System which manages the duration of use of certain functions to
conserve a suffi cient level of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use functions such as
the audio and telematic system, windscreen wipers, dipped beam
headlamps, courtesy lamp, etc. for a maximum combined duration of
thirty minutes.
This period may be greatly reduced if the battery is not fully charged.


SWITCHING TO ECONOMY MODE

Once this time has elapsed, a message appears in the screen indicating
that the vehicle has switched to economy mode and the active functions
are put on standby.
If the telephone is being used at this time:


- it will be maintained for 5 minutes with the Bluetooth system
of your Peugeot Connect Sound (RD5),

- it will still be possible to fi nish the call with the Peugeot Connect
Navigation (RT6) or Peugeot Connect Media (NG4 3D).



EXITING ECONOMY MODE

These functions are reactivated automatically next time the vehicle is
driven.
To restore operation of these functions immediately, start the engine
and let it run for at least 5 minutes.
Let the engine run for the period specifi ed to ensure that the battery
charge is suffi cient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the engine in order to charge
the battery.
A fl at battery prevents the engine from starting (refer to the
"Battery" section).
LOAD REDUCTION MODE

System which manages the use of certain functions according to the
level of charge remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load reduction function temporarily
deactivates certain functions, such as the air conditioning, the heated
rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivated automatically as soon as
conditions permit.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BATTERY
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to it:


)
open the bonnet using the interior release lever, then the exterior
safety catch,

)
remove the plastic cover for access to the two terminals,

)
wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition before disconnecting
the battery,

)
unclip the fusebox to remove the battery, if necessary.



STARTING USING ANOTHER BATTERY



)
Connect the red cable to the positive terminal (+) of the fl at
battery A
, then to the positive terminal (+) of the slave battery B
.

)
Connect one end of the green or black cable to the negative
terminal (-) of the slave battery B
.

)
Connect the other end of the green or black cable to the earth
point C
on the broken down vehicle.

)
Operate the starter, let the engine run.

)
Wait until the engine returns to idle and disconnect the cables.



ACCESS TO THE BATTERY


The batteries contain harmful substances such as sulphuric
acid and lead. They must be disposed of in accordance with
regulations and must not, in any circumstances, be discarded with
household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and vehicle batteries to a
special collection point.

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DISCONNECTING / RECONNECTING THE
CABLES

To avoid discharging the battery, do not leave the vehicle lighting
on repeatedly with the ignition off (refer to the "Energy economy
mode" paragraph).
It is advisable to disconnect the battery if the vehicle is to be left
unused for more than one month.

Do not disconnect the terminals while the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without disconnecting the terminals
fi rst.


Before disconnecting the battery

Wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition before disconnecting
the battery.
Retract the active spoiler then close the windows and the doors
before disconnecting the battery.


Following reconnection of the battery

Following reconnection of the battery, switch on the ignition
and wait 1 minute before starting to permit initialisation of the
electronic systems. However, if slight problems remain following
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you must yourself
reinitialise:


- the remote control key,

- the electric windows and the automatic partial opening of the
door windows,

- the GPS satellite navigation system.



)
Raise the locking tab D
fully.

)
Position the open clip E
of the cable on the positive terminal (+) of
the battery.

)
Press vertically on the clip E
to position it correctly against the
battery.

)
Lock the clip by lowering the tab D
.


CHARGING THE BATTERY USING A BATTERY
CHARGER


)
Disconnect the battery from the vehicle.

)

Follow the instructions for use provided by the manufacturer of the charger.


)
Reconnect starting with the negative terminal (-).

)
Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are
covered with sulphate (whitish or greenish deposit), remove them
and clean them.

Do not force the tab as locking will not be possible if the clip is not
positioned correctly.
Start the procedure again.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A BULB
The headlamps are fi tted with polycarbonate glass with a
protective coating:


)
do not clean them using a dry or abrasive cloth, nor with
a detergent or solvent product,


)
use a sponge and soapy water or a pH neutral product,

)
when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do
not keep the lance directed towards the lamps or their edges
for too long, so as not to damage their protective coating and
seals,

)
do not touch the bulb directly with your fi ngers, use lint-free
cloths.

Changing a bulb should only be done after the headlamp has
been switched off for a few minutes (risk of serious burns).
It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order
not to damage the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb with the same type
and specifi cation.


FRONT LAMPS








Model with halogen headlamps



1.
Direction indicators (PY21 W amber).


2.
Dipped beam headlamps (H7 - 55W).


3.
Main beam headlamps (H1 - 55W).


4.
Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (P 21/5 W)

or
Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (LEDs).

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1.
Direction indicators (PY21W SV silver).


2.
Directional dipped / main beam headlamps (D1S-35W).


3.
Additional main beam headlamps (H1-55W).


4.
Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (P21/5W)

or
Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (LEDs).





























Model with xenon and directional headlamps

Risk of electrocution

Xenon bulbs (D1S-35W) must be replaced by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop.




Changing direction indicator bulbs



)
Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and extract it.

)
Pull the bulb out and change it.
To refi t, carry out these operations in reverse order.
Amber or silver coloured bulbs, such as the direction indicators,
must be replaced with bulbs of identical specifi cations and colour.
When refi tting, close the protective cover carefully to assure the
sealing of the headlamp.