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This snow mode allows the
vehicle to adapts its strategy
to the conditions of grip
encountered for each of the
two front wheels, on moving
off.
When moving, the system optimises
wheelspin to provide the best
acceleration possible for the grip
available.
This off-road mode (mud,
wet grass...) allows, when
moving off, considerable
wheelspin on the wheel
with the least grip to favour
clearing of the mud and regain "grip".
At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as
to transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises
wheelspin to meet the driver's
requirements as fully as possible.
This DSC mode is calibrated
for a low level of skidding,
based on different conditions
of grip encountered on the
road.
When the ignition is switched off, the
system returns automatically to DSC
mode.
This DSC OFF mode is
only suitable for specific
conditions encountered
when moving off or at low
speed.
Above 30 mph (50 km/h) the system
returns to DSC mode automatically. This sand mode allows a
little wheelspin on the two
driving wheels at the same
time to allow the vehicle to
move forward and reduces
the risk of getting stuck in the
sand.
Do not use the other modes on sand
as the vehicle may become stuck.
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Good practice
Sit in a normal upright position.
Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between the
occupants and the airbags (a child,
pet, object...). This could hinder the
operation of the airbags or injure the
occupants.
After an accident or if the vehicle has
been stolen or broken into, have the
airbag systems checked.
All work on the airbag system is strictly
forbidden unless it is carried out by
qualified personnel at a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Even if all of the precautions
mentioned are observed, a risk of
injury or of minor burns to the head,
chest or arms when an airbag is
deployed cannot be ruled out. In fact,
the bag inflates almost instantly (within
a few milliseconds) then deflates within
the same time discharging the hot gas
via openings provided for this purpose.Lateral airbags
Only put recommended covers on
the seats. These will not hinder
inflation of the lateral airbags. Contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not fix or attach anything to the seat
backs. This could cause injury to the
chest or arms when the lateral airbag
inflates.
Do not sit with the upper part of the
body any nearer to the door than
necessary.
Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel
by its spokes or resting your hands on
the centre part of the wheel.
Do not allow passengers to place
their feet on the dashboard, they risk
serious injury if the airbag is deployed.
Smoke as little as possible as
deployment of the airbags can cause
burns or the risk of injury from a
cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering
wheel or hit it violently.
Airbags only operate when the
ignition is switched on.
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 an airbag or 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.
The passenger's front airbag must
be deactivated if a child seat is
installed facing rearward.
Chapter 5, "Children on board"
section.
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Front airbags
The front airbags are fitted in the
centre of the steering wheel for the
driver and in the dashboard for the
front passenger(s).
Deployment
They are deployed, except the
passenger's front airbag if it has been
deactivated, in the event of a serious
front impact applied to all or part of the
front impact zone A in the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane directed from the front towards
the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the
front occupant of the vehicle and the
dashboard to cushion their forward
movement.Deactivation
Only the passenger's front airbag can
be deactivated:
-
with the ignition switched off
,
insert the key into the passenger's
front airbag deactivation switch,
-
turn it to the
"OFF" position,
-
then remove the key keeping the
switch in the new position.
The passenger's front airbag
warning lamp in the instrument
panel remains on while the
airbag is deactivated.If the two airbag warning lamps
are on continuously, do not install
a rearward facing child seat and
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Front airbag fault
To ensure the safety of your child,
it is essential to deactivate the
passenger's front airbag when you
install a rearward facing child seat on
the front passenger seat. Otherwise,
the child would risk being killed or
seriously injured if the airbag were
deployed. Reactivation
In the "OFF" position, the passenger's
front airbag will not be deployed in the
event of an impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the passenger's front airbag switch
to the "ON" position to reactivate the
airbag and thus ensure the safety
of your passenger in the event of an
impact.
If this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message
in the screen, consult a
PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop to have
the system checked.
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For more information about
weights and towed loads, refer to
chapter 9, "Weights" section.
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.
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.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel:
gearbox in neutral.
Towing a trailer
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Audio equipment, hands-free kit,
speakers, CD changer, satellite
navigation system, USB Box, video kit, ...
Regardless of the audio and telematic
equipment offered on the market, the
technical constraints associated with the
fitting 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 PEUGEOT
dealer for more information before fitting
such equipment. To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
-
ensure that the mat and its fixings
are positioned correctly
,
-
never fit one mat on top of another
.
Maximum weights on bars
-
Roof rack: 120 kg.
-
T
ransverse bars on roof: 100 kg.
-
T
ransverse bars on longitudinal
bars: 75 kg. Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
Before installing accessory
radiocommunication transmitters with
an external aerial on your vehicle, you
are advised to contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.
A PEUGEOT dealer 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).
Front mud flaps, rear mud flaps,
15/17
inch alloy wheels, wheelarch
trim, leather steering wheel, ....
Screenwash, interior and exterior
cleaning and maintenance products,
replacement bulbs, ...
Anti-theft alarm, window etching, first
aid kit, high visibility vest, front and
rear parking sensors, warning triangle,
security bolts for alloy wheels, ... Front seat covers compatible with
airbags, bench, rubber mats, carpet
mats, snow chains, blind, tailgate
bicycle carrier.
OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety, are all adapted to your vehicle. A
wide range of recommended accessories
and genuine parts is available.
Range of trade equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessory catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
which should preferably be fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Separation partitions and grilles,
smooth, planed wood protective liner
with non-slip floor.
Protective grilles.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:
Towing a trailer
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1. Parking the vehicle
- The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait in a safe location.
-
If possible, park the vehicle on
level, stable and non-slippery
ground.
-
Apply the parking brake, switch
of
f the ignition and engage first or
reverse gear. -
Place the chock against the wheel
diagonally opposite the one to be
changed.
CHANGING A WHEEL
2. Tools
The tools are stowed in an open
storage compartment under a front
seat.
-
If necessary
, move the seat to
access the storage compartment
from the rear.
-
T
ake out the jack and tool carrier.
-
Remove the tools needed from the
carrier
.
1.
Jack.
2.
Wheelbrace.
3.
Chock.
4.
Rear lamp spanner
.
5.
Allow wheel trim removal tool*.
6.
T
owing eye.
If the vehicle is fitted with a towbar,
it is sometimes necessary to raise
the vehicle slightly to make it easier
to remove the spare wheel from its
carrier.
On certain types of ground and/
or if considerable loads are being
transported, call a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
*
This tool is not needed for your
version.
The jack and the tool kit are specific to
your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
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3. Spare wheel
- Detach the carrier from the hook
and place the spare wheel near the
wheel to be changed.
-
Unscrew the bolt using the
wheelbrace until the carrier is
lowered fully
.
-
Open the rear doors to gain access
to the spare wheel.
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4. Procedure
- Place the jack in contact with the
locating point provided, the one
which is closest to the wheel to
be changed. Ensure that the jack
is straight and that the base of
the jack is fully in contact with the
ground.
-
Extend the jack to lift the wheel
clear of the ground.
-
Resume and complete the
unscrewing of the wheel bolts.
-
Remove the bolts and remove the
wheel.
-
Remove the wheel trim.
-
Loosen the wheel bolts and start
unscrewing them. Do not extend the jack until you have
started unscrewing the bolts on the
wheel to be changed and have placed
the chock under the wheel diagonally
opposite.
QUICK HELP
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Changing a wheel