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Centre console with screen
Instrument panel without screen
-
turn to the right to increase the
hours (hold the button to the right
for rapid scrollin
g),
-
turn to the left: 24H or 12H is
displayed,
-
turn to the right to select 24H or
12H,
-
turn to the left to complete the time
adjustment.
After approximately 30 seconds
without any action, the screen returns
to the normal display
.
ADJUSTING THE TIME
to adjust the time and date
indicated in the screen, refer to
the "Adjusting the date and time"
section of chapter 10.
Centre console without screen
the display - time sequence
is linked according to model
(version).
t
he access to
the "Date" adjustment is
only active when the model
version offers a date in words.to adjust the time of the clock,
use the left-hand button on the
instrument panel then carry out
the operations in the following
order:
-
turn to the left: the minutes flash,
-
turn to the right to increase the
minutes (hold the button to the right
for rapid scrollin
g),
-
turn to the left: the hours flash,
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ABS
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Warning lamp isindicatesSolution - action
Power
steering on. a fault with the
system.
t
he vehicle retains conventional steering without
assistance. Have it checked by a P
euge O t
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Door open
detection on and accompanied
by a message in the
screen. that a door is not
closed correctly
.Check that all of the doors are closed.
ABS remaining on. a fault with the anti-
lock braking system.
t
he vehicle retains conventional braking.
Have it checked by a P
euge O t
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
ESC flashing.
triggering of the
ASR
or DSC regulation.
t
he system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.
Chapter 5, "Driving safety" section.
remaining on. a fault with the
system.
e .g.: under-
inflation of the tyres.
e
.g.: check the pressure of the tyres. (Wheel
speed sensor, hydraulic block, ...). Have it
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Under-
inflation on.
t
he tyre pressure is
too low in or more
wheels. Check the tyre pressure as soon as possible.
t
his check should preferably be done with the
tyres cold.
flashing then
remaining on,
accompanied by
the Service warning
lamp, and depending
on equipment, the
display of a message.
t
he tyre pressure
monitoring system
has a fault or one of
the wheels does not
have a sensor. Detection of under-inflation is no longer assured.
have it checked by a P
euge O t
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Particle filter on. a problem with the
particle filter (fuel
additive level, risk of
blockage,...).Have the filter checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or
a qualified workshop.
Chapter 7, "Levels" section.
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Trip recorder zero reset button
After this operation, if you wish
to disconnect the battery, lock
the vehicle and wait for at least five
minutes, otherwise the zero re-set will
not be registered.
Engine oil level indicator
Depending on your vehicle's engine,
when the ignition is switched on, the
engine oil level is indicated for a few
seconds, after the service information. Oil level correct
Low oil level
Flashing of "OIL",
linked with the
service warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the
screen, indicates a low oil level which
could damage the engine.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up.
Oil level gauge fault
Flashing of "OIL--"
indicates a malfunction
of the engine oil level
indicator. Contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
t
he level read will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 30 minutes. Dipstick
A = maximum, never exceed
this level as a surplus of oil
may damage the engine.
Contact a P
euge O t
dealer
or a qualified workshop
without delay
.
B = minimum, top up the level
via the oil filler cap, using the
grade of oil suited to your
engine.
Lighting dimmer
With the ignition on, press
the button until the zeros
appear.
With the lighting on,
press the button to vary
the brightness of the
instruments and controls.
When the lighting
reaches the minimum (or
maximum) setting, release the button
then press it again to increase (or
reduce) the brightness.
As soon as the lighting is of the
required brightness, release the button.
Zero re-set
Your PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop carries out this operation
after each service.
However, if you carry out the service
yourself, the re-set procedure is as
follows:
-
switch of
f the ignition,
-
press and hold the trip recorder
reset button,
-
switch on the ignition.
t
he display begins a countdown.
When the display shows "=0", release
the button; the spanner disappears.
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MANUAL GEARBOX
5-speed
6-speed
to change gear easily
, always depress
the clutch pedal fully.
to prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedal:
-
ensure that the mat is positioned
and secured correctly on the floor
,
-
never fit one mat on top of another
.
When driving, avoid leaving your hand
on the gear knob as the force exerted,
even if slight, may wear the internal
components of the gearbox over time.
Changing into 5th or 6th gear
Move the gear lever fully to the right to
engage 5th or 6th gear.
Engaging reverse gear
In the 6-speed configuration, raise the
collar under the gear knob to engage
reverse gear.
Never engage reverse gear before
the vehicle is completely stationary.
t
he lever should be moved slowly to
reduce the noise on engaging reverse
gear.
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
When the vehicle is stationary,
release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism by pulling the lever.
Adjust the steering wheel for height
and reach, then lock the mechanism by
pushing the lever fully forward.
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Good practice when stopping Good practice when starting
Diesel pre-heating warning
lamp
If the temperature is high
enough, the warning lamp
comes on for less than
one second, you can start
without waiting.
In cold weather, wait for this warning
lamp to go off then operate the starter
(Starting position) until the engine
starts.
Door or bonnet open warning lamp
If this comes on, a door or
the bonnet is not closed
correctly, check!
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow
the turbocharger (Diesel engine) to
return to idle.
Do not press the accelerator when
switching off the ignition.
t
here is no need to engage a gear
after parking the vehicle.
STARTING AND STOPPING
Running and accessories position.
to unlock the steering, turn the
steering wheel gently while turning the
key
, without forcing. In this position,
certain accessories can be used.
Starting position.
t
he starter is operated, the engine
turns over, release the key.
STOP position: steering lock.
t
he ignition is off.
turn the steering
wheel until the steering locks. Remove
the key
.
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DEMISTING AND DEFROSTINGGOOD PRACTICE
Vents
"Leave them open"
For optimum distribution and diffusion
of hot or cool air in the passenger
compartment, there are adjustable
central and side vents which can
be directed sideways (right or left)
or vertically (up or down). For your
comfort while driving, do not close
them and direct the flow of air towards
the windows instead.
Air vents in the footwells and directed
towards the windscreen complete the
equipment.
Do not block the vents located at the
windscreen or the air extractor located
in the boot.
Dust filter, odour filter
(activated carbon)
This filter traps certain dust and limits
odours.
Ensure that this filter is in good
condition and have all of the filter
elements replaced regularly.
Refer to the "Checks" section of
chapter 7.
Air conditioning
In all seasons, the air conditioning
should only be used with the windows
closed. However, if the interior
temperature remains high after a
prolonged period parked in the sun, do
not hesitate to ventilate the passenger
compartment for a few minutes.
u
se the A ut
O mode as much as
possible as it permits optimised
control of all of the functions: air flow
,
passenger compartment comfort
temperature, air distribution, air
intake mode or air recirculation in the
passenger compartment.
Operate the air conditioning system for
5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month,
to keep it in good working order.
If the system does not produce cold air,
do not use it and contact a P
euge O t
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Automatic mode: visibility
programme
t
he comfort programme (A
ut
O) may
not be sufficient to quickly demist or
defrost the windows (humidity
, several
passengers, ice).
In this case, select the visibility
programme.
t
he visibility programme
indicator comes on.
It activates the air conditioning, the air
flow and provides optimum distribution
of the ventilation to the windscreen and
side windows.
It deactivates the air recirculation. It is normal that the condensation
created by the air conditioning system
results in a flow of water which may
form a puddle under the vehicle when
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Never drive with the head
restraints removed; they must be
in place and correctly adjusted.Adjustable armrest
to access the vertical position, raise
the armrest until it locks.
Lower the armrest to return it to a
position for use.
to remove the armrest, press the
release
button from the vertical position
and move aside the armrest.
to put the armrest back in place, clip it
in the vertical position.
If the vehicle is fitted with the additional
console and an armrest, to fold the
passenger seat to the table position
remove the console or the armrest.
Front heated seats control
Each front seat may be fitted with a
control located on the side part of the
cushion.
Press to switch on the cushion heating.
Press again to switch it off.
Head restraint height adjustment
to raise the head restraint, slide it vertically
upwards.
to lower the head restraint, press the
button and slide the head restraint
vertically downwards.
t
he adjustment is correct when the upper
edge of the head restraint is level with the
top of the head.
to remove the head restraint, press the
button and pull the head restraint upwards.
to re-install the head restraint, engage
the rods in the holes making sure they are
aligned with the seat back.
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Fully folded position
example of operations for the
1/3 section. t hey are identical for the
2/3 section.
-
Place the head restraints in the low
position.
-
If necessary
, move the front seats
forward.
-
Press the grey control located on
the upper part of the seat back.
-
Fold the seat back onto the seat
cushion. -
Raise the grey control bar
, located
at the rear of the seat cushion.
- t
ilt the entire seat forward.
Putting back in place
tilt the entire seat rearwards until it
locks.
Raise the seat back.
t
he seat is locked correctly when the
control (at the top of the seat back) is
no longer visible.
Check that the seat is locked
on the floor securely when it is
returned to the sitting position.
Seats