2013 Peugeot RCZ tow bar
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EASE OF USE and COMFORT
The duration of lighting varies, depending on the context:
- when the ignition is off, approximately ten minutes,
- in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds,
- when the engine is running, no limit.
STORAGE BOX
This has areas for storing a box of spare bulbs, a fi rst aid kit, the
temporary puncture repair kit, a warning triangle, the removable ball
of the towbar system...
BOOT LAMPS
Your vehicle is fi tted with two boot lamps; one in the right-hand boot
side trim and a second in the centre under the rear shelf.
They come on automatically when the boot is opened and switch off
automatically when the boot is closed.
They cannot be deactivated manually.
A second warning triangle can be stored in the boot lid trim. For access to it:
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raise the fl oor using the strap,
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secure it in the vertical position behind the stops, located on
the sides of the boot.
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Deactivation / Activation of the rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated or activated via the vehicle
confi guration menu.
The status of the function is stored when the ignition is switched off.
For more information on access to the parking sensors menu,
refer to the section covering the confi guration of vehicle systems.
OPERATING FAULT
In the event of a malfunction of the system, when reverse gear
is engaged this warning lamp is displayed in the instrument
panel and/or a message appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
In bad weather or in winter, ensure that the sensors are not
covered with mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.)
may trigger the audible signals of the parking sensor system.
The function will be deactivated automatically if a trailer is being
towed or a bicycle carrier is fi tted (vehicle fi tted with a towbar or
bicycle carrier recommended by PEUGEOT).
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A VEHICLE
TOWING EYE
This is stored in the boot under the fl oor.
For access to it:
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open the boot,
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raise the fl oor using the strap,
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secure it in the vertical position beyond the stops, located on the
sides of the boot,
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remove the towing eye from the storage box.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of
the towed vehicle.
The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always
use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any
power assistance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional
recovery service:
- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,
- 4 wheel drive vehicle,
- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock
the steering, or release the parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the ground,
- where there is no approved towing bar available...
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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
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On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom.
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Screw the towing eye in fully.
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Install the towing bar.
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Place the gear lever in neutral (position N
on the automatic
gearbox).
Failure to observe this instruction could result in damage to certain
components (braking, transmission...) and the absence of braking
assistance the next time the engine is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the ignition key one notch and
release the parking brake.
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Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
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Move off gently and drive slowly and for a short distance only.
TOWING ANOTHER VEHICLE
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On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom.
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Screw the towing eye in fully.
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Install the towing bar.
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Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
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Move off gently and drive slowly and for a short distance only.
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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
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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.
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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
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Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended pressures.
Lighting
)
Check the electrical signalling on the trailer.
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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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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the
PEUGEOT dealer network.
These accessories and parts have been tested and approved for
reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefi t from PEUGEOT's
recommendation and warranty.
"Comfort":
front parking sensors, cool box...
"Transport solutions":
boot tray, boot spacers, towbar bicycle carrier, towbar with quickly
detachable ball, towbar harnesses...
"Style":
leather and alcantara sport steering wheel, alcantara gear lever gaiter,
alloy wheels, door mirror shells in carbon fi bre...
"Safety and security":
anti-theft alarm, window etching, wheel security bolts, breathalyser, fi rst
aid kit, fi re extinguisher, warning triangle, high visibility jacket, booster
cushions and child seats, stolen vehicle tracking system, snow chains,
anti-skid tyre covers...
"Protection":
boot liner, mats * , bumper protective strips, vehicle protective cover...
*
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- never fi t one mat on top of another.
When fi tting a trailer towbar and its harness outside the
PEUGEOT dealer network, this must be done following the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Temporary tyre repair kit .................. 156
Third brake lamp.............................. 176
TMC (Traffi c info) ..................... 225, 269
Tools ........................................ 163, 166
Total distance recorder ...................... 37
Towbar ............................................. 189
Towed loads............................. 196, 198
Towing another vehicle .................... 187
Traction control (ASR) ..................... 106
Traffi c information
(TA) ............................... 226, 270, 308
Traffi c information
(TMC) .................................... 225, 269
Trajectory control systems ............... 106
Trip computer .............................. 39, 41
Trip distance recorder ........................ 37
Tyre pressures ................................. 200
Tyres .................................................. 20
Tyre under-infl ation detection .......... 103T/
U/Under-infl ation
(detection) ..................................... 103
Under fl oor storage ............................ 89
Unlocking ........................................... 52
Unlocking from the inside .................. 62
Unlocking the boot ....................... 52, 64
Update risk areas .................... 223, 261
Updating POIs ......................... 223, 261
Updating the time ............ 38, 45, 47, 49
USB (Peugeot Connect) ............ 86, 310
V/Vehicle confi guration ....... 24, 42, 46, 48
Vehicle diagnosis ............................... 42
Vehicle identifi cation ........................ 200
Ventilation .................................... 74, 75
Voice commands ............................. 208
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
W/Warning lamps .............................. 26-32
Washing (advice) ............................. 191
Weights .................................... 196, 198
Welcome lighting ......................... 80, 81
Window controls ................................ 59
Wiper control stalk ..................... 98, 100
Wipers ....................................... 98, 100
X/Xenon headlamps............................ 174