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CHANGING A WHEEL
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level, stable and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the ignition and engage first
gear (position P

for the automatic gearbox) to lock the wheels.
Check
that the parking brake indicator lamps are on fixed (not
flashing)

in the instrument panel.
It is imperative that you ensure that the occupants get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the wheel diagonally opposite
the wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle
stand.
Security socket: for adaptation of the
wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts.
Specific

to

your

vehicle,

it

is

stored

in

the

glove box.
Wheelbrace:


for

removal

of

the

wheel

fixing

bolts.
j

ack with integrated handle: for lifting the
vehicle.
TOOLS REQUIRE d*
Bolt cover removal tool: for removal of the
bolt
finishers (covers) on alloy wheels.
*

Depending


on

the

country of sale, the vehicle may be equipped with
the tools needed to change a wheel and a spare wheel (see following
pages). Do not use:
-


the jack for any purpose other than lifting the vehicle,
-


a jack other than the one supplied with the vehicle.
If the jack supplied with the vehicle is not present, contact a
PEUGEOT


dealer or a qualified workshop to obtain the jack
defined

for the vehicle by the manufacturer.
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12 V BATTERY
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to it:
F
open the bonnet using the interior release lever
, then the exterior
safety catch,
F

remove the plastic cover for access to the two terminals,
F


unclip the fusebox to remove the battery
, if necessary.
ACCESS TO THE BATTERYBefore doing any work
Immobilise the vehicle: apply the parking brake, put the gearbox
into neutral (or position P if your vehicle has an automatic
gearbox), then switch off the ignition.
Check that all electrical systems are off.
Do not reverse the polarity and use only a 12 V charger.
Do not disconnect the terminals while the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without disconnecting the terminals
first.
Ensure that the battery posts and terminals are clean. If covered
in sulphate (white or green deposits), remove and clean them.
The batteries contain harmful substances such as sulphuric
acid and lead. They must be disposed of in accordance with
regulations and must not, in any circumstances, be discarded with
household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and vehicle batteries to a
special collection point.
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dASHBOARd FUSES
The fusebox is placed in the lower section of the dashboard (left-hand \
side). It consists of two boxes.
Access to the fuses
F Refer to the paragraph "Access to the tools".
Fuse tables
Fuse N° RatingFunctions
F2 30 ALocking and deadlocking earth.
F3 5 AAirbags, active bonnet and pretensioners
control unit.
F4 10 AClutch pedal switch, electrochromatic
rear view mirror, automatic gearbox,
switching and protection unit.
F5 30 AOne-touch electric windows, folding door
mirrors supply.
F7 5 AFront and rear courtesy lamps, map
reading lamps, sun visor lighting, glove
box lighting.
F8 20 AAudio
equipment, audio/telephone,
multifunction

screen, tyre under-inflation
detection, clock.
F9 30 A12 V socket.
F10 15 ASteering mounted controls.
F

11 15 ALow current ignition switch.
F12 15 AInstrument panel, air conditioning,
driver's seat memory unit, rain /
sunshine sensor, airbags.
Box 1
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSES
The fusebox is placed in the engine compartment near the battery
(left-hand side).
Access to the fuses
F Unclip the cover.
F
Change the fuse (see corresponding paragraph).
F

When you have finished, close the cover carefully to assure the
sealing of the fusebox.
Fuse table
Fuse N° RatingFunctions
F2 15 AHorn.
F3 10 AFront wash-wipe.
F4 20 ADaytime running lamps.
F5 15 AAir
flow sensor, coolant pump, oil pump,
thermostat, blow-by heater (petrol),
by-pass and EGR electrovalves (Diesel),
diesel heater (Diesel).
F6 10 ASteering wheel angle sensor

, ABS/DSC
control unit, DSC sensor.
F7 10 APower steering control unit, automatic
gearbox, dual function brake switch.
F8 25 AStarter motor control.
F9 10 ADiagnostic socket, directional
headlamps,
particle emission filter pump
(Diesel).
F

11 40 AAir conditioning blower.
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Table of fuses over the battery
Fuse N° RatingFunctions
F2 5 ADual function brake switch.
F3 5 ABattery charge unit.
F4 25 AABS/ESC electrovalves.
F6 15 AAutomatic gearbox. All work on the other types of fuses (midi-fuses and maxi-fuses)
must
be carried out only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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TOWING A VEHICLE
TOWING EYE
This is stored in the boot under the floor.
For access to it:
F

open the boot,
F

raise the floor using the strap,
F

secure it in the vertical position beyond the stops, located on the
sides of the boot,
F


remove the towing eye from the storage box.
GENERAL RECOMMEN d ATIONS
Observe the legislation in force in your country.
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 motorway 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...

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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Towing from the front
F On the front bumper , unclip the cover by pressing on the left.
F
Screw the towing eye in fully
.
F

Install the towing arm.
F


Place the gear lever in neutral (position N

for an automatic
gearbox).
Failure to follow this advice 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 ignition key one notch and
release the parking brake.
F


Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
F


Move of
f gently and drive slowly and for a short distance only.
Towing from the rear
It is also possible to pull your vehicle from the rear, but only in
exceptional circumstances (vehicle in a parking space, off the road...).
F
On the rear bumper
, unclip the cover by pressing on the left.
F

Screw the towing eye in fully
.
F

Install the towing bar
.
F

Place the gear lever in neutral (position N

for an automatic
gearbox).
F

Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
F


Move of
f very gently to pull the vehicle out.
* Except version with symmetrical twin exhaust tailpipes.
TOWING ANOTHER VEHICLE *
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing on the left.
F
Screw the towing eye in fully
.
F

Install the towing bar
.
F

Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
F


Move of
f gently and drive slowly and for a short distance only.
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Engine1.6 THP
150 hp 1.6 THP 155 hp 1.6 THP
160 hp 1.6 THP
200 hp 1.6 THP
270 hp
Gearbox Automatic
(6-speed) Manual
(6-speed) Automatic
(6-speed) Automatic
(6-speed) Manual
(6-speed) Manual
(6-speed)
Model code:
4
j ... 5FE-
j
5FV
-85FV-A
5FV-A/GT** 5FM-
j
5FM-

j /GT**5FU-8
5FU-M
5FU-8/GT**
5FU-M/GT** 5FG-M
Cubic capacity (cc) 1 5981 5981 598 1 598 1 598
Bore x stroke (mm) 77 x 85.877 x 85.877 x 85.8 77 x 85.8 77 x 85.8
Max power: EU standard (kW)* 11 011 5120147199
Max power engine speed (rpm) 6 0506 0006 000 5 500 6 000
Max
torque: EU standard (Nm) 240240240275330
Max
torque engine speed (rpm)1 400 1 4001 400 1 700 1 900
Fuel UnleadedUnleadedUnleaded Unleaded Unleaded
Catalytic converter Ye sYe sYe sYe sYe s
Engine oil capacity (in litres)
(with
filter replacement) 4.25
4.254.254.25 -
PETROL ENGINES AND GEARBO x ES
* The maximum power quoted is the type approved value obtained on a test bed, under the conditions defined in European legislation
(directive 1999/99/CE).
**
GT Line version.