2015 Peugeot RCZ wheel

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In temperate conditions, do not leave the engine at idle to warm
up but move off straight away and drive at moderate speed.To facilitate unlocking of the steering column, it is recommended
that the wheels be returned to the straight ahead position before
switching off the engine.
For more information, refer to the "Practical information" section,
under "Energy economy mode". When you leave the vehicle, keep the key with you and lock
the
vehicle.
If the engine does not start straight away, switch off the ignition.
Wait a few moments before operating the starter motor again.
If the engine does not start after several attempts, do not keep
trying: you risk damaging the starter motor or the engine. Contact
a
PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle is at a complete
stop. With the engine off, the braking and steering assistance
systems are also cut off: risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Never leave the engine running in an enclosed area without
adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines emit toxic
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. Danger of intoxication
and death!
In very severe wintry conditions (temperatures below -23°C), to
ensure the correct operation and durability of the mechanical
components of your vehicle, engine and gearbox, it is necessary
to leave the engine running for 4 minutes before moving of

f.
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
F Stop the vehicle.
F
With the engine running at idle, turn the key to position 1

.
F

Remove the key from the ignition switch.
F


T
o lock the steering column, turn the steering until it locks.
F

Check that the parking brake is correctly applied, particularly on
sloping ground.
Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1-Stop), for a maximum of
30 minutes you can still use functions such as the audio and telematic
system, the wipers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy lamps,
...
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DRIVING

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PARKING BRAKE
Applying
F Pull the parking brake lever fully up to immobilise your vehicle.
Releasing
F Pull the parking brake lever gently , press the release button then
lower the lever fully.
When the vehicle is being driven, if this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message in the screen, this indicates that the
parking brake is still on or has not been properly released.
When parking on a slope, direct your wheels against the
pavement, apply the parking brake and engage a gear.
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TYRE UNDER-INFLATION DETECTION
A pressure sensor is located in the valve of each of these tyres.
The system triggers an alert if a drop in pressure is detected in one or\

more tyres.This system does not avoid the need to check the tyre pressures
regularly and before a long journey.
Driving
with under-inflated tyres adversely affects road holding,
extends braking distances and causes premature tyre wear

,
particularly under arduous conditions (vehicle loaded, high speed,
long journey).
System which automatically checks the pressures of the tyres while
driving.
The system continuously monitors the pressures of the four tyres, as
soon as the vehicle is moving.
Driving with under-inflated tyres increases fuel consumption.
The tyre pressures for your vehicle can be found on the tyre
pressure label (see the "Identification markings" section).
The tyre pressures must be checked when the tyres cold (vehicle
stopped for 1 hour or after driving for less then 6 miles (10 km) at
moderate speed). Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the values indicated
on the label.
Spare wheel
Don't forget to also check the tyre pressure of the spare wheel.
The alloy spare wheel also has a sensor.
The steel spare wheel does not have a sensor.
The

tyre

under-inflation

detection

system

is

an

aid

to

driving

which

does not replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver

.
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In the event of a problem on one of the tyres, a symbol or a message is \
displayed, depending on equipment, to identify it.
F

Reduce speed, avoid sudden steering movements or harsh brake
applications.
F


Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
F


In the event of a puncture, use the temporary puncture repair kit or
the

spare wheel (according to equipment),


or
F

if you have a compressor
, the one in the temporary puncture repair
kit for example, check the four tyre pressures when cold,


or
F

if it is not possible to check the tyre pressures at the time, drive
carefully at reduced speed.
UNdER-INFLATION ALERT
The alert is given by the fixed illumination of this warning lamp, accompanied by an audible signal and the display of a
message.
The loss of pressure detected does not always lead to visible
deformation of the tyre. Do not rely on just a visual check. With the ignition on, the pressure must be increased by at least
0.2

bar. If necessary, adjust the pressures to the values given on
the tyre pressure label. The
flashing and then fixed illumination of this warning
lamp accompanied by the illumination of the service
warning lamp indicates a fault with the system.
In this case, monitoring of the tyre pressures is not assured.
This

alert is also displayed when one or more wheels is not fitted
with a sensor (steel spare wheel).
Go

to a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system
checked or

, following the repair of a puncture, to have the original
wheel,
equipped with a sensor, refitted.
OPERATING FAULT
The alert is maintained until the tyre or tyres concerned is reinflated, repaired or replaced.

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dESCRIPTION OF THE KIT
A. "Sealant" or "Air" position selector .
B. On "I" / off "O" switch.
C. Deflation
button.
d

.
Pressure gauge (in bar and p.s.i.).
E.


Compartment housing:
-


a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,
-

various inflation adaptors for accessories, such as balls,
bicycle

tyres... F. Sealant cartridge.
G.
White pipe with cap for repair
.
H. Black
pipe for inflation.
I.

Speed limit sticker
.
The speed limit sticker I
must be affixed to the vehicle's steering
wheel to remind you that a wheel is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) when driving with a
tyre repaired using this type of kit.
The vehicle's electric system allows the connection of a
compressor

for long enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture repair
or

for inflating a small inflatable accessory.
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F Switch on the compressor by moving the switch B to position "I"
until the tyre pressure reaches 2.0 bars.
The sealant is injected into the tyre under pressure; do not
disconnect the pipe from the valve during this operation (risk of
splashing). F

Remove the kit and screw the cap back on the white pipe.
Take care to avoid staining your vehicle with traces of fluid. Keep
the kit to hand.
F

Drive immediately for approximately three miles (five kilometres),

at reduced speed (between 15 and 35 mph (20 and 60 km/h)), to
plug the puncture.
F


Stop to check the repair and the tyre pressure using the kit.
Do not start the compressor before connecting the white pipe
to the tyre valve: the sealant product would be expelled through
the pipe.
Tyre under-inflation detection
If the vehicle is fitted with tyre under-inflation detection,
the under-inflation warning lamp will remain on after the wheel
has been repaired until the system is reinitialised by a PEUGEOT


dealer
or a qualified workshop.
If after around 5 to 7 minutes the pressure is not attained, this
indicates that the tyre is not repairable; contact a PEUGEOT
dealer

or

a

qualified

workshop

for

assistance.
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2. Inflation
F Turn the selector A to the "air" position.
F
Uncoil the black pipe H

fully.
F

Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel.
As

soon as possible, go to a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Y

ou must inform the technician that you have used this kit. After
inspection, the technician will advise you on whether the tyre can
be repaired or if it must be replaced.
F

Connect the compressor's electric plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
F


Start the vehicle again and leave the engine running. F

Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and press
button
C), in accordance with the vehicle's tyre pressure label
(located on the left hand door aperture).
A

loss of pressure indicates that the puncture has not been fully
plugged;
contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or qualified workshop for
assistance.
F


Remove and stow the kit.
F


Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting the
distance travelled to approximately 120 miles (200 km).

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CHECKING TYRE PRESSURES /
INFLA

TING
ACCESSORIES
You can also use the compressor, without injecting any product, to:
-

check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,
-

inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle tyres...).
F

T
urn the selector A to the "Air" position.
F

Uncoil the black pipe H

fully.
F

Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel or
accessory

.
If
necessary, fit one of the adaptors supplied with the kit first.F

Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.
F


Start the vehicle and let the engine run.
F

Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch
B

in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and press
button
C), according to the vehicle's tyre pressure label or the
accessory's pressure label.
F

Remove the kit then stow it.