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Reversing camera
Clean the reversing camera regularly using a soft, dry cloth.
The reversing camera is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged. Depending on version, the image is displayed in the touch screen or the instrument panel.
The superimposed representation of guide lines helps with the manoeuvre. They are represented by lines marked "on the ground" and do not allow the position of the vehicle to be determined relative to tall obstacles (for example: other vehicles, ...).
The blue lines represent the general direction
of the vehicle (the difference corresponds to the width of your vehicle without the mirrors). The red lines represent a distance of about 30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's rear b u m p e r. The green lines represent distances of about 1 and 2 metres beyond the edge of your vehicle's rear bumper. The turquoise blue curves represent the maximum turning circle.
The reversing camera cannot in any circumstances be a substitute for the vigilance and responsibility of the driver.
The reversing camera function may be completed with parking sensors.
Opening the tailgate causes the display to disappear.
High pressure jet washing When washing your vehicle, do not direct the lance within 30 cm of the camera lens.

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Mirrors
Adjustment Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass providing the lateral rear ward vision necessary for overtaking or parking. They can also be folded for parking in confined spaces.
Demisting - Defrosting
Door mirrors
Demisting-defrosting of the door mirrors operates with the engine running, by switching on the heated rear screen (refer to the "Rear screen
demist-defrost" section).
The objects observed are, in reality, closer than they appear. Take this into account in order to correctly judge the distance of vehicles approaching from behind.
 Move control A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding mirror.  Move control B in all four directions to adjust.  Return control A to the central position.

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The folding and unfolding of the door mirrors using the remote control can be deactivated by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
 From outside: unlock the vehicle using the electronic key or the Keyless Entry and Starting system.  From inside: with the ignition on, pull the control A in the central position rear wards.
Unfolding Folding
 From outside: lock the vehicle using the electronic key or the Keyless Entry and Starting system.  From inside: with the ignition on, pull the control A in the central position rear wards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A , they will not unfold when the vehicle is unlocked. Pull again on control A .
If necessary, it is possible to fold the mirrors manually.

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Rear view mirror
Adjustable mirror providing a central rearward view. Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which darkens the mirror glass and reduces the nuisance to the driver caused by the sun, headlamps from other vehicles...
Manual day/night model
Adjustment
 Adjust the mirror so that the glass is directed correctly in the "day" position.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the "blind spot".
In order to ensure optimum visibility during your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens automatically when reverse gear is engaged.
Day / night position
 Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-dazzle position.  Push the lever to change to the normal "day" position.
Automatic day/night model
By means of a sensor, which measures the light from the rear of the vehicle, this system automatically and progressively changes between the day and night uses.

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Automatic illumination of
headlamps
Activation
 Turn the ring to the "AUTO" position. The activation of the function is accompanied by the display of a message.
When a low level of ambient light is detected by a sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps, sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched on automatically, without any action on the part of the driver. They can also come on if rain is detected, at the same time as
automatic operation of the windscreen wipers. As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers are switched off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Deactivation
 Turn the ring to another position. Deactivation of the function is accompanied by the display of a message.
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction of the sunshine sensor, the lighting comes on, this warning lamp is displayed
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may detect sufficient light. In this case, the lighting will not come on automatically. Do not cover the sunshine sensor, coupled with the rain sensor and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view mirror; the associated functions would no longer be controlled.
Automatic "guide-me-
home" lighting
When the automatic illumination of headlamps function is activated, under low ambient light the dipped beams headlamps come on
automatically when the ignition is switched off.
Activation or deactivation, as well as the duration of the guide-me-home lighting, is set in the " Driving assistance " menu, then " Vehicle settings " in the secondary page.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
in the instrument panel accompanied by an audible signal and/or a message.

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To make your approach to the vehicle easier, these illuminate: - the zones facing the driver’s and passenger’s doors, - the zones for ward of the door mirrors and rear ward of the front doors.

Mirror spotlamps
Switching on
The spotlamps come on: - when you unlock the vehicle, - when you switch off the ignition, - when you open a door, - when you use the remote control to locate the vehicle.
Switching off
They are timed to go off automatically.
Exterior welcome lighting
The remote switching on of the lighting makes your approach to the vehicle easier in poor light. It is activated when the lighting control is in the " AUTO " position and the level of light detected by the sunshine sensor is low.
Switching on
 Press the open padlock on the remote control or one of the front door handles with Keyless Entry and Starting. The dipped beam headlamps and the sidelamps come on; your vehicle is also unlocked.
Switching off
The exterior welcome lighting switches off automatically after a set time, when the ignition is switched on or on locking the vehicle.
Programming
The activation, deactivation and choice of welcome lighting duration are done in the " Driving assistance " menu then " Vehicle settings ".

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Screenwash/headlamp wash level low
In the case of vehicles fitted with headlamp washers, when the fluid reservoir low level is reached this warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers
Switching on
Briefly push the control stalk downwards. A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has been accepted. This warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel and a message is displayed.
Briefly push the control stalk downwards again, or place the control stalk in
another position (Int, 1 or 2). This warning lamp goes off in the instrument panel and a message is displayed.
Switching off
The automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers must be reactivated by pushing the control stalk downwards, if the ignition has been off for more than one minute.
The warning lamp comes on when the ignition is switched on, or every time the stalk is operated, until the reservoir is refilled. Next time you stop, refill the screenwash / headlamp wash reservoir.
The windscreen wipers operate automatically, without any action on the part of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view mirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of the rainfall.

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Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with the sunshine sensor and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view mirror. Switch off the automatic rain sensitive wipers when using an automatic car wash. In winter, it is advisable to wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain sensitive wipers, the wipers will operate in intermittent mode. Have it checked by PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position permits release of the windscreen wiper blades. It is used for cleaning or replacement of the blades. It can also be useful, in winter, to detach the blades from the windscreen.
To maintain the effectiveness of the "flat-blade" type of wiper blades, it is advisable to: - handle them with care, - clean them regularly using soapy water, - avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen, - replace them at the first signs of w e a r.
 Any action on the wiper stalk in the minute after switching off the ignition places the blades vertically on the screen.  To park the blades again, switch on the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.