2014 Peugeot Expert VU Owner's Manual

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Child safety
SAFETY
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(a) Universal child seat: child seat that can be installed in any vehicle using the
seat belt.
(b): Group 0: from birth to 10 kg. Infant car seats and "car cots" cannot be installed
on the front passenger seat.
(c): Consult the legislation in force in your country before installing your child on
this seat.
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS ATTACHED USING THE SEAT BELT
In line with European legislation, this table indicates the options for \
installing child seats secured using a seat belt and universally approved
(a) for the weight of the child and the seat in the vehicle.
Seat Weight of the child and indicative age

Under 13 kg
(groups 0 (b) and 0+)
Up to approx 1 year From 9 to 18 kg

(group 1)
1 to 3 years approx From 15 to 25 kg

(group 2)
3 to 6 years approx From 22 to 36 kg

(group 3)
6 to 10 years approx
Row 1 (c) (d) Individual seat
U U U U
Bench, outer
seat U
U U U
Bench, centre
seat L1
- L4, L5 L4, L5
Remove and stow the head restraint
before installing a child seat with
backrest on a passenger seat.
Refit the head restraint once the child seat
has been removed.
(d) When a "rearward facing" child seat is
installed on the front passenger seat,
the front passenger airbag must be
deactivated. Otherwise the child risks
being seriously injured or even killed if
the airbag is deployed.
When a "forward facing" child seat is installed on the front passenger seat,
the front passenger airbag must remain
active. U: seat suitable for the installation of a
child seat secured using a seat belt and
universally approved, "rearward facing"
and/or "forward facing".
L-: only the child seats indicated can be installed in the seat in question
(depending on country of sale).

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ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Children at the front
The legislation on carrying a child on the
front passenger seat is specific to each
country. Refer to the legislation in force in
your country.
Deactivate the passenger's airbag when a
"rearward facing" child seat is installed on
the front seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag were
deployed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
For the optimum installation of a "forward
facing" child seat, ensure that the back of
the child seat is as close as possible to the
backrest of the vehicle's seat, or in contact
if possible.
The head restraint must be removed before
installing a child seat with a backrest on the
passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is stowed or
attached securely so that it is not thrown
around the vehicle in the event of sharp
braking.
Refit the head restraint as soon as the child
seat is removed.
PEUGEOT recommends the use of a
booster seat which has a back, fitted with a
seat belt guide at shoulder level.
For the installation of a child seat using
the seat belt, ensure that the seat belt is
well tensioned on the child seat and that
it is holding the child seat firmly against
the vehicle's seat. If the passenger seat is
adjustable, move it forward if necessary.
At the rear, always leave sufficient space
between the front seat and:
- a "rearward facing" child seat,
- the feet of a child seated in a "forward facing" child seat.
For this, move the front seat forward and, if
necessary, straighten its backrest as well. Check that there is no seat belt or seat belt
buckle under the child seat, as this could
destabilise the seat.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack in
relation to the child's body to a minimum ,
even for short journeys. As a safety precaution, do not leave:
- one or more children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
- the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors,
use the "Child Lock".
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds to the rear windows.

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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
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For more information about weights,
refer to the administrative documents
(registration document, ...) or to the
"Weights" section of chapter 8.
TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN, BOAT, ETC...
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. Cooling

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
coolant temperature.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on the
engine speed.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel: gearbox in
neutral.

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You should therefore use a high gear to
lower the engine speed and reduce your
speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature. Tyres

Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle (see the "Identification markings"
section of chapter 8) and of the trailer,
observing the recommended pressures. Towbar
We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
you entrust the fitting of this equipment to a
PEUGEOT dealer.
If this equipment is not fitted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it is imperative that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment installed at the
rear of the vehicle and in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general instructions
a reminder of which has been given above,
we draw your attention to the risk associated
with fitting a towbar or electrical accessory
not recommended by PEUGEOT. Fitting
such equipment could result in the failure
of your vehicle's electronic system. Please
obtain information from the Manufacturer
before fitting this type of equipment.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this
case, the air conditioning is automatically
cut off to save engine power.
If the coolant temperature warning
lamp comes on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine as soon
as possible. Brakes

Towing increases the braking distance. Drive
at a moderate speed, change down early
and brake gradually.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased. Drive
smoothly and at a moderate speed.
ABS/DSC
The ABS or DSC systems only control the
vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Rear parking sensors
The parking sensors system does not
function while the vehicle is towing.

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Equipment
ACCESSORIES
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OTHER ACCESSORIES
For any work on your vehicle, use
a qualified workshop that has the
technical information, competence and
equipment required, which a PEUGEOT
dealer is able to provide.
ROOF BARS
Maximum load: 100 kilograms.
ROOF RACK
To install the transverse roof bars, use the
fixings provided for this purpose.
Maximum load: 170 kilograms.
INTERIOR RACK
This rack allows you to carry long items of low weight (electrical cond\
uits, pipes, etc...).
Accessory not available on
the H2 version.
Accessory not available on the
H2 version.

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The fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by PEUGEOT may result
in the failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please note this specific warning.
You are advised to contact a representative
of the Marque to be shown the range of
recommended equipment and accessories.
Depending on the country in which the
vehicle is sold or operated, it is compulsory
to have a high visibility safety vest, warning
triangle and replacement bulbs available in
the vehicle.
Front mud flaps, rear mud flaps, ....
Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
Before installing accessory
radiocommunication transmitters with an
external aerial on your vehicle, you are
advised to contact a representative of the
PEUGEOT marque.
The PEUGEOT dealer network can inform
you of the specifications (frequency
band, maximum output power, aerial
position, specific installation conditions)
of the transmitters which can be fitted,
in accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/CE). Screenwash, replacement fuses, wiper
blades, interior and exterior cleaning
and maintenance products, replacement
bulbs, ...
To prevent the mat from becoming caught
under the pedals:
- ensure that the mat and its fi xings are
positioned correctly,
- never fi t one mat on top of another.
Audio equipment, hands-free kit, speakers,
CD changer, navigation, ...
Regardless of the audio and telematic
equipment offered on the market, the
technical constraints linked with the fi tting of
equipment of these families of products mean
that the special features of the equipment and
its compatibility with the capacities of the your
vehicle's standard equipment must be taken
into account. Please contact a dealer for
information before fi tting such equipment.
Range of trade equipment
Parts and Services technical information
publishes an accessory catalogue offering
various equipment and fittings, such as:
Roof bars for short, medium and long
wheelbase (load retainers for all models).
Sill plate, loading roller, sill. Sill plate,
loading roller, sill.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar which
must be fitted by the network.
Roof bars for the various heights, roof bars,
ladder.
Separation partitions and grilles, smooth,
non-slip wooden protective floor.
Protective grilles, multimedia.
Another range is also available, structured
around comfort, leisure and maintenance:
Anti-theft alarm, window engraving, first aid
kit, high visibility safety vest, rear parking
sensors, warning triangle,
Front seat covers compatible with airbags,
bench, rubber mats, carpet mats, snow
chains.

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Opening the bonnet
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OPENING THE BONNET
From inside:
- lift the cover located at the foot of the front left seat.
- pull the release lever upwards. To close
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end of its
travel. Check that the bonnet is properly latched.
From outside: partially open the bonnet, lift
the safety catch and raise the bonnet.
Bonnet stay
Secure the stay in one of the two notches,
according to the height required, to hold the
bonnet open.
Before closing the bonnet, replace the stay
in its housing. "Bonnet open" warning
This warning is linked to the
alarm option
only.
With the engine running or the
vehicle moving, a warning lamp
and a diagram in the screen,
accompanied by an audible
signal, warn you that the bonnet
is not properly closed.

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DIESEL ENGINES
8 - Power steering reservoir.
9 - Removable towing eye.
10 - Priming pump ( a : 1.6 litre HDi; b : 2 litre HDi).
11 - Engine oil filling funnel (2 litre HDi). 7.1 - Engine oil filler cap.
If your vehicle is fitted with this oil filler tube,
proceed as follows:
A -
Remove the oil filler cap.
B - Remove the filler tube from its location.
C - Place the filler tube in the filler opening as shown on the illustration.
D - Turn it a 1/4 of a turn to the left to lock it then top up the oil.
To refit, proceed in the reverse order without
forgetting to retighten the cap A correctly.
UNDER THE BONNET
1 - Screen/headlamp wash reservoir.
2 - Fusebox.
3 - Coolant header tank.
4 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Engine oil dipstick.
7 - Engine oil filler cap.