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AIRBAGS
The airbags have been designed to maximise the safety of the
occupants in the event of violent collisions. They supplement the action
of the force-limiting seat belts.
In this case, the electronic detectors record and analyse the front and
side impacts suffered in the impact detection zones:
- in the event of a serious impact, the airbags are deployed
instantaneously and contribute towards protecting the occupants of
the vehicle; immediately after the impact, the airbags defl ate rapidly
so that they do not hinder the visibility of the occupants or their
possible exit from the vehicle,
- in the event of a minor impact or rear impact and in certain roll-over
conditions, the airbags will not be deployed; the seat belt alone
contributes towards providing your protection in these situations.
The airbags do not operate when the ignition is off.
This equipment only operates once. If a second impact occurs
(during the same or a subsequent accident), the airbag will not
operate. The deployment of one or more airbags is accompanied by a
slight discharge of smoke and a noise, due to the activation of the
pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive individuals may
experience some irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing
for a short time.
A.
Front impact zone.
B.
Side impact zone.
Impact detection zones
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DRIVING
IGNITION SWITCH
ELECTRONIC ENGINE IMMOBILISER
STARTING THE VEHICLE
)
Insert the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the starting code.
)
Turn the key fully towards the dashboard to position 3 (Starting)
.
)
When the engine starts, release the key.
SWITCHING THE VEHICLE OFF
)
Immobilise the vehicle.
)
Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop)
.
)
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Key left in the "Ignition on" position
On opening the driver's door, an alert message is displayed,
accompanied by an audible signal, to remind you that the key is
still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop)
.
If the key has been left in the ignition switch at position 2 (Ignition
on)
, the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop)
,
then back to position 2 (Ignition on)
.
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When
the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
A few minutes after the ignition is switched off, this electronic engine
immobiliser locks the engine management system and prevents starting
of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.
In the event of a malfunction, you are informed by lighting of this
warning lamp, an audible signal and a message on the screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not start; contact a PEUGEOT
dealer as soon as possible.
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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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DASHBOARD FUSES
The fusebox is placed in the lower part of the dashboard (left hand side,
inside the glove box). It consists of two boxes.
Access to the fuses
)
refer to the paragraph "Access to tools".
Fuse tables
Fuse N°
Rating
Functions
F1
-
Not used.
F2
30 A
Locking and deadlocking earth.
F3
5 A
Airbags, active bonnet and pretensioners
control unit.
F4
10 A
Clutch pedal switch, electrochrome
rear view mirror, automatic gearbox,
switching and protection unit.
F5
30 A
One-touch electric windows, folding
mirrors supply.
F6
-
Not used.
F7
5 A
Front and rear courtesy lamps, map
reading lamps, sun visor lighting, glove
box lighting.
F8
20 A
Audio equipment, audio/telephone,
multifunction screen, tyre under-infl ation
detection, clock.
F9
30 A
12 V socket.
F10
15 A
Steering mounted controls.
F11
15 A
Low current ignition switch.
F12
15 A
Instrument panel, air conditioning,
driver's seat memory unit, rain /
sunshine sensor, airbags.
Box 1
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Fuse N°
Rating
Functions
F13
5 A
Engine fusebox, active bonnet.
F14
15 A
Multifunction screen, seat belt and
passenger's front airbag warning lamps
display, instrument panel screen, amplifi er,
Bluetooth system, parking sensors control
unit, Peugeot Connect USB.
F15
30 A
Locking and deadlocking.
F17
40 A
Rear screen and door mirrors demist/
defrost.
SH
-
PARC shunt.
Fuse N°
Rating
Functions
G36
30 A
Hi-Fi amplifi er.
G37
30 A
Passenger's seat memory unit.
G38
30 A
Driver's seat memory unit.
G39
5 A
Lighting memory unit.
G40
30 A
Driver and passenger heated seats.
Box 2
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A TRAILER
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer with additional lighting
and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for transporting people and luggage,
but it may also be used for towing a trailer.
We recommend use of the PEUGEOT genuine towbar with ball
which can be removed without tools and its harness that have
been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fi tting of the towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If the trailer is fi tted outside the PEUGEOT dealer network, it must
be fi tted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
DRIVING ADVICE
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing vehicle to more signifi cant
stress and its driver must be particularly careful.
Distribution of loads
)
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as
close as possible to the axle and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance.
Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towing load must be reduced by
10 % and so on for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details of the weights and
towing loads which apply to your vehicle version.
Side wind
)
Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.
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Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent
on the engine speed.
)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towing load on a long slope depends on the gradient and
the ambient temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant temperature.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended pressures.
Lighting
)
Check the electrical signalling on the trailer.
)
If the warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as
possible.
The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a
genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used.
When not towing a trailer, remove the quickly-detachable tow ball
before driving, so as to avoid masking the central rear lamp.
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MATT PAINT
If you vehicle is fi nished with a clear matt lacquer, please observe the
following recommendations to avoid damaging the paintwork by the use
of an inappropriate cleaning procedures.
These recommendations are also valid for alloy road wheels fi nished
with clear matt lacquer.
Never clean the vehicle without water.
Never wash your vehicle in an automatic roller brush car wash.
Never polish the vehicle body, nor the alloy wheels. Doing this will
make the paintwork shiny.
Do not use paint cleaners, abrasive products or paint polishing or
preserving products (such as wax, for example) on the paintwork.
These products are only suitable for bright fi nishes. Application of
these products on vehicles with a matt fi nish will seriously damage
the paint surface of the vehicle, giving rise to irreversible shiny or
stained areas.
Never use a high pressure jet wash with a lance fi tted with a
brush, this may scratch the paintwork.
Never select a wash programme that fi nishes with a hot wax
cycle. From the range of cleaning and maintenance products in the
"TECHNATURE" range recommended and approved by PEUGEOT,
use only the insect remover and car shampoo, which are the only
products to be used on the bodywork.
The insect remover can also be used to remove minor marks (for
example: fi nger marks...).
Always have paint repairs done by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
We recommend the use of a high pressure jet wash, or at least a
water hose with a high output.
We recommend that the vehicle be rinsed using de-ionised water.
Use only a microfi bre cloth to dry the vehicle. It must be clean and
used without heavy pressure.
Lightly wipe off any fuel stains present on the bodywork using a
soft cloth, then leave to dry.