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Driving advice
Distribution of loads
F 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 towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.
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.
F To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
F If the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling
on the trailer.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to
your vehicle.
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To w i n g
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
To gain access to it:
F open the boot,
F lift the floor and remove it,
F remove the towing eye from the holder.
General
recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your
c o unt r y.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle
is higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the
towed vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, always use an approved
towing arm; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
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 motor way or
fast road,
- four-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 arm
available...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
towing eye.
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Being towedTowing another vehicle
F In the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at bottom right.
F Screw the towing eye in fully.
F Install the towing arm.
F With a manual gearbox, place the gear
lever in neutral. F
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.
F Screw the towing eye in fully.
F Install the towing arm.
F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
F
With an electronic gearbox, place
the gear lever in position N .
F With an automatic gearbox, place
the gear lever in position N .
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.
F Unlock the steering by turning the
key in the ignition one notch and
release the parking brake.
F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance only.
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Accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts
is available from the PEUGEOT dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable
for your vehicle and benefit from PEUGEOT's
recommendation and warranty.
Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to convert a
trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.
"Comfort":
door deflectors, side blinds and rear blind,
cigarette lighter, boot dividers, coat hanger
fixed to head restraint, front centre armrest,
under shelf storage, front and rear parking
sensors...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner with dividers, luggage net, roof bars,
bicycle carrier on roof bars, ski carrier, roof
box....
"Styling":
aluminium gear lever knob, spoiler, styling
strips, alloy wheels, trims, chromed mirror
shells, body kit, three styling kits (Ligne S,
Street and Graffic), stickers, interior and
exterior mirror shells, parking brake lever grips,
alloy wheels, alloy wheel caps...
"Security":
anti-theft alarm, window engraving, wheel
security bolts, child seats and booster
cushions, breathalyzer, first aid kit, warning
triangle, high visibility jacket, stolen vehicle
tracking system, temporary puncture repair kit,
snow chains, non-slip covers, front foglamps
kit...
"Protection":
mats, seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, side protection rubbing
strips, bumper protection rubbing strips,
aluminium or PVC door aperture finishers...
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
Tow bar, which must be fitted by
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by PEUGEOT may result
in a failure of your vehicle's electronic
system and excessive electrical
consumption.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer
for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.
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General information
Engine characteristicsWeights and towed loads
The kerb weight is equal to the unladen
weight + driver (75 kg).
The gross train weight and towed load values
indicated apply up to a maximum altitude of
1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must
be reduced by 10 % for every additional
1 000 metres.
The weight of the braked trailer can be
increased, within the GTW limit, on condition
that the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced
by the same amount.
The recommended nose weight is the vertical
load on the towbar ball (removable with or
without tools). High ambient temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of
the vehicle to protect the engine; when
the ambient temperature is higher than
37 °C, limit the towed weight.
Towing with a lightly loaded vehicle can
adversely affect roadholding.
Braking distances are increased when
towing a trailer.
Never exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) when
towing (comply with the legislation in
force in your country).
GV W:
gross vehicle weight, the maximum authorised vehicle weight.
GT W: gross train weight, the maximum authorised weight of vehicle
plus trailer.
The engine characteristics (capacity,
maximum power, maximum power speed, fuel,
CO
2 emissions...) for your vehicle are given in
the registration document, as well as in sales
brochures.
These characteristics correspond to the
values type-approved on a test bed, under
conditions defined in European legislation
(Directive 1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop. The maximum weights and towed loads for your
vehicle are given are given in the registration
document, as well as in sales brochures.
These values are also present on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
See the "Identification markings" section.
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Bonnet
The location of the interior release lever
prevents opening of the bonnet when
the left hand front door is closed.
Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the Stop & Start
system to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from an automatic change to
S TA R T m o d e .
Closing
F
Take the stay C out of its support slot.
F Clip the stay back into its housing.
F Lower the bonnet and release it at the end
of its travel.
F Pull the bonnet to check that it has latched
c o r r e c t l y.
F
Unclip the stay C from its housing and
place it in the support slot to hold the
bonnet open.
Do not open the bonnet under very
windy conditions.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).
Opening
F Lift the safety catch B and raise the
bonnet.
A.
Interior release lever.
B. Exterior safety catch.
C. B o n n et st ay.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.
F
Open the left hand front door.
F Pull the release lever A , located at the
bottom of the door aperture, towards you.
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F Switch off the ignition.
F Secure the speed limit sticker inside the
vehicle.
Procedure
Repair
F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
F Connect the pipe from the compressor to
the sealant cartridge.
F Turn the the sealant cartridge and secure it
in the cut-out provided on the compressor.
Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre. F
Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be
repaired, and place it in a clean area.
F Connect the hose from the sealant
cartridge to the valve of the tyre to be
repaired and tighten firmly.
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