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Instruments and controls  
 
 
FUEL GAUGE 
 
The fuel level is tested each time the key is 
turned to the "running" position. 
  The gauge is positioned on: 
COOLANT TEMPERATURE 
 
 
The needle is positioned before the red 
zone: 
 normal operation. 
  In arduous conditions of use or hot climatic 
conditions, the needle may move close to 
the red graduations.    
What you should do if the warning lamp 
comes on:  
   
 
-   stop immediately, switch off the ignition. The 
fan may continue to operate for a certain 
time, up to approximately 10 minutes, 
   
 
-   1: 
 the fuel tank is full, approximately 
80 litres. 
   
-   0: 
 the reserve is now being used, the 
warning lamp comes on continuously. 
The reserve when the warning first comes 
on is approximately 8 litres.  
  Refer to the "Fuel" section of chapter 6.    
What you should do if the needle enters 
the red zone:  
  Reduce your speed or let the engine run
at idle.    
-   wait for the engine to cool down in order 
to check the coolant level and top it up if 
necessary.  
  As the cooling system is pressurised, follow 
this advice in order to avoid any risk of 
scalding: 
   
 
-   wait at least one hour after switching off 
the engine before carrying out any work, 
   
-   unscrew the cap by 1/4 turn to allow the 
pressure to drop, 
   
-   when the pressure has dropped, check 
the level on the expansion bottle, 
   
-   if necessary, remove the cap to top up.  
  If the needle remains in the red zone, have 
the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer 
or a qualified workshop. 
  Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 6.  

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Instruments and controls  
 
READY TO SET OFF
2
 
After this operation, if you wish to 
disconnect the battery, lock the vehicle 
and wait for at least five minutes, otherwise 
the zero re-set will not be registered.  
 
 
Zero re-set 
 
Your PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop carries out this operation after 
each service. 
  However, if you carry out the service 
yourself, the re-set procedure is as follows: 
   
 
-   switch off the ignition, 
   
-   press and hold the trip recorder reset 
button, 
   
-   switch on the ignition.  
  The display begins a countdown. 
  When the display shows  "=0" 
, release the 
button; the spanner disappears. 
   
Engine oil level indicator 
 
When the ignition is switched on, the engine 
oil level is indicated for a few seconds, after 
the service information. 
   
Oil level correct  
   
Low oil level 
  Flashing of  "OIL" 
, linked 
with the service warning 
lamp, accompanied by 
an audible signal and a message in the 
screen, indicates a low oil level which could 
damage the engine. 
  If the low oil level is confirmed by a check 
using the dipstick, it is essential that the 
level is topped up.  
   
Oil level gauge fault 
  Flashing of  "OIL--"  
indicates a malfunction 
of the engine oil level 
indicator. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop. 
  The level read will only be correct if 
the vehicle is on level ground and the 
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.     
Dipstick 
   
A 
 = maximum, never exceed 
this level as a surplus of oil may 
damage the engine. 
  Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop without delay. 
   
B 
 = minimum, top up the level via 
the oil filler cap, using the grade 
of oil suited to your engine.  
 
 
 
Trip recorder zero reset 
button 
  With the ignition on, press the 
button until the zeros appear.  
 
 
Lighting dimmer 
 
With the lighting on, press the 
button to vary the brightness 
of the instruments and 
controls. When the lighting 
reaches the minimum (or maximum) setting, 
release the button then press it again to 
increase (or reduce) the brightness. 
  As soon as the lighting is of the required 
brightness, release the button.      
Service overdue 
  With the engine running the spanner 
remains on until the service has been 
carried out. 
  First of the two terms reached: the spanner 
also comes on if the two-year interval has 
elapsed.  
   Each time the ignition is switched 
on and for a few seconds, the 
spanner fl ashes and the excess 
distance is displayed.  

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Gearboxes and steering wheel  
 
READY TO SET OFF
2
 
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
 
 
Selecting positions 
 
 
 
-   Move the lever select a position. 
Once the position is selected, the 
corresponding indicator lamp appears in 
the instrument panel screen.  
  Park: position of the lever for 
parking. 
  To immobilise the vehicle or start 
the engine.   Reverse: position of the lever for 
reverse gear. 
  To reverse the vehicle. 
  Neutral: position of the lever for 
neutral. 
  To park the vehicle (parking brake 
on) and start the engine.   Drive: position of the lever for 
driving. 
  To move the vehicle forwards in 
automatic mode. 
  Manual: selection of the gears by 
pushing or pulling the gear lever 
(+ or -). 
  To move the vehicle forwards in 
manual mode.   

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Gearboxes and steering wheel  
 
 
 
Moving off 
 
With the engine running, to move off from 
position  P 
. 
  For immediate maximum acceleration 
without touching the gear lever, 
depress the accelerator pedal to the 
extent of its travel, passing the point of 
resistance (kickdown). The gearbox will 
automatically change down or maintain the 
gear selected until maximum engine speed 
is reached. 
  On a descent, the gearbox will automatically 
change down in order to provide efficient 
engine braking and good pickup. 
  If you take your foot off the accelerator 
suddenly, the gearbox will not change to a 
higher gear for reasons of safety. 
  When stationary with the gear lever in 
position  D 
 (drive), a vibration limiting device 
is activated by pressing the brake pedal.      
-   gradually release the 
pressure on the brake pedal; 
the vehicle then moves off.  
     
 
-   Press the brake pedal to 
come out of position  P 
, 
   
-   select position  R 
 or  D 
, 
   
-   gradually release the 
pressure on the brake pedal; 
the vehicle then moves off.  
  You can also move off from position  N 
. 
   
 
-   With your foot on 
the brake, release 
the parking brake, 
   
-   select position  R 
,  D 
 or  M 
, 
   
 
 
-   Select position  D 
.    The gearbox always selects the most 
suitable gear taking account of the following: 
   
 
-   the style of driving, 
   
-   the road profile, 
   
-   the vehicle load.  
  The gearbox is then operating in auto-
adaptive mode, without any action on
your part. 
   
Reverse gear 
 
 
 
-   Select position  R 
, with the 
vehicle stationary and the 
engine at idle.  
 
 
 
Stopping the vehicle, starting the 
engine 
   
 
-   Select position  P 
 to 
  immobilise the vehicle 
 or 
to  start the engine 
, with the 
parking brake on or off.  
  If the battery is flat and the gear lever 
is in position  P 
, it will be impossible to 
change to another position. 
   
 
-   You can also select position  N 
 
to  park 
 or to  start the 
engine 
, with the parking 
brake on.  
  If position  N 
 is engaged inadvertently 
while driving, allow the engine to return 
to idle before engaging position  D 
 to restore 
drive.   

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Gearboxes and steering wheel  
 
READY TO SET OFF
2
 
 
Manual mode 
 
Manual sequential gear changing. 
   
 
-   Select gear lever position  M 
, 
   
-   push the gear lever towards the + sign 
to change up, from 1 through to 6, 
   
-   conversely, push the gear lever towards 
the - sign to change down.  
  You can change from position  D  
(automatic mode) to position  M  
(manual mode) at any time. 
  In manual mode, it is only possible to 
change from one gear to another if the 
vehicle speed and engine speed permit. 
If they do not, the vehicle will operate 
temporarily in automatic mode. 
  When the vehicle is stationary or moving 
very slowly, the gearbox automatically 
selects first gear.  
 
 
Good practice 
 
Never select position  N 
 when the vehicle is 
moving. 
  Never select positions  P 
 or  R 
 unless the 
vehicle is stationary. 
  Never change between positions to optimise 
braking on a slippery surface. 
  There is a risk of damage to the gearbox: 
   
 
-   if you press the accelerator and brake 
pedals at the same time, 
   
-   if you force the gear lever from position  P 
 
to another position in the event of a battery 
failure.  
  When the engine is at idle, brakes not 
applied, if position  R 
,  D 
 or  M 
 is selected the 
vehicle moves even without the accelerator 
being pressed. 
  For this reason,  do not leave children 
unsupervised inside the vehicle, with the 
engine running 
.  
 
 
Operating fault 
 
Any operating fault is indicated by an 
audible signal, accompanied by the 
message  "Automatic gear fault" 
 in the 
screen. 
  In this situation the gearbox operates in 
downgrade mode (locked in 3rd gear). You 
may feel a substantial knock when changing 
from  P 
 to  R 
 and from  N 
 to  R 
 (this will not 
cause any damage to the gearbox). 
  Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), keeping 
within the limit of local speed restrictions. 
  Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop as soon as possible.   

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Gearboxes and steering wheel  
 
STARTING AND STOPPING
 
 
Key 
 
Take care to prevent the key from coming 
into contact with grease, dust, rain or a 
damp environment. 
  A heavy object attached to the key (key 
ring, ...) weighing the key down in the 
ignition switch may cause a malfunction.      
Starting position.  
  The starter is operated, the engine turns 
over, release the key. 
   
STOP position: 
 steering lock. 
  The ignition is off. Turn the steering wheel 
until the steering locks. Remove the key. 
   
Good practice when starting 
 
If this comes on, a door or the 
bonnet is not closed correctly, 
check!  
   
Diesel pre-heating warning lamp 
  If the temperature is high enough, 
the warning lamp comes on for 
less than one second, you can 
start without waiting. 
  In cold weather, wait for this warning lamp 
to go off then operate the starter (Starting 
position) until the engine starts.  
 
 
 
Good practice when stopping 
 
 
Minimise engine and gearbox wear 
  When switching off the ignition, let the 
engine run for a few seconds to allow the 
turbocharger (Diesel engine) to return to idle. 
  Do not press the accelerator when switching 
off the ignition. 
  There is no need to engage a gear after 
parking the vehicle.  
     
Running and accessories position.  
  To unlock the steering, turn the steering 
wheel gently while turning the key, without 
forcing. In this position, certain accessories 
can be used.    
Door or bonnet open warning lamp 
 
STEERING WHEEL HEIGHT AND
REACH ADJUSTMENT 
  When the vehicle is stationary, release the 
steering wheel adjustment mechanism by 
lowering the lever. 
  Adjust the steering wheel for height and 
reach, then lock the adjustment mechanism 
by pushing the lever fully upwards.    
 
Starting and stopping  
  

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Steering mounted controls  
 
EASE OF USE and COMFOR
T
3
 
SPEED LIMITER "LIMIT" 
 
However, pressing the pedal beyond this 
point of resistance to the floor allows the 
programmed speed to be exceeded. To 
resume use of the limiter, simply reduce 
the pressure on the accelerator pedal 
gradually and return to a speed below that 
programmed.   Function selected, 
  displaying of the "Speed 
Limiter" symbol. 
  Function deactivated, 
 
last programmed speed - OFF 
 
(example at 65 mph 
(107 km/h)). 
  Function activated 
 
(example at 65 mph (107 km/h)). 
  Vehicle speed above 
  (example 70 mph 
(118 km/h)), 
  the programmed speed 
is displayed flashing. 
  Operating fault detected, 
   
OFF 
 - the dashes flash.    This speed limiter shows the function 
selection status in the instrument panel and 
displays the programmed speed: 
   
The operating actions may be carried 
out when stationary, with the engine 
running, or with the vehicle moving.     "This is the selected speed which the driver 
does not wish to exceed". 
  This selection is made with the engine 
running while stationary or with the vehicle 
moving. The minimum speed which can be 
programmed is 20 mph (30 km/h). 
  The speed of the vehicle responds to the 
pressure of the driver's foot as far as the 
accelerator pedal point of resistance which 
indicates that the programmed speed has 
been reached.  

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Steering mounted controls  
 
 
 
Selecting the function
 
 
 
-   Place the switch in the  LIMIT 
 position. 
The limiter is selected but is not yet 
active. The screen indicates the last 
programmed speed.  
 
Programming a speed 
 
A speed can be programmed without activating 
the limiter but with the engine running. 
  To memorise a speed higher than the previous one: 
 
 
 
-   press the  Set + 
 button.  
  A brief press increases the speed by 
1 mph (km/h). 
  A maintained press increases the speed in 
steps of 5 mph (km/h). 
   
Activation/Deactivation (off) 
 
Pressing this button once activates the 
limiter, pressing the button again 
deactivates it (OFF).  
  To memorise a speed lower than the 
previous one: 
   
 
-   press the  Set - 
 button.  
  A brief press decreases the speed by 
1 mph (km/h). 
  A maintained press decreases the speed in 
steps of 5 mph (km/h).