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SNOW CHAINS
Original tyre sizeMaximum link size.
235/45 R18 cannot
be fitted with chains
235/40 R19
225/45 R18 9 mm
For more information on snow chains, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified

workshop.
Use

only

the chains designed to be fitted to the type of wheel fitted to
your vehicle:The


snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels.
They

must


never be fitted to "space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in your country on the use
of snow chains and the maximum running speed authorised. Avoid driving with snow chains on roads that have been cleared
of snow, to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the road
surface.
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, check that no
part

of the chain or its fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when braking.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat
surface on the side of the road.
F

Apply the parking brake and position any wheel chocks to prevent
movement of your vehicle.
F


Fit the chains following the instructions provided by the
manufacturer

.
F

Move of
f gently and drive for a few moments, without exceeding
30
mph (50 km/h).
F

Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly
tightened.
It is strongly recommended that before you leave, you practise
fitting

the snow chains on a level and dry surface.

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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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Changing integrated direction indicator side repeaters
Changing the daytime running lamps / sidelampsREAR LAMPS
1. Sidelamps (LEd s).
2. d
irection indicators (LE d s).
3.

Brake lamps / sidelamps (P21/5W).
4.


Reversing lamps (P21W).
5.


Foglamp (P21W).
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp, contact a PEUGEOT


dealer

or

a

qualified

workshop.
For the replacement of these bulbs, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified

workshop.

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Changing brake lamps / sidelamps
This bulb is changed from outside the boot, having first removed the rear lamp:
F
open the boot lid,
F

unclip the access flap of the corresponding side trim, then remove it,
F

unclip the lamp taking hold of it at the base, then tilt it,
F

turn the bulb holder one quarter of a turn and remove it,
F turn
the bulb one quarter of a turn and change it.
To
refit, carry out these operations in reverse order.
F

disconnect the lamp connector
,
F remove
the two lamp fixing bolts,
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Changing sidelamps and direction indicators
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When using this type of washing on stubborn dirt, do not persist
on the headlamps, the lamps and their surrounds to avoid
damaging their protective coating and seals.
Changing number plate lamps (W5W)
F Insert the end of the vehicle's key in the hole in the transparent
cover .
F

Push towards the outside to unclip it.
F


Remove the transparent cover
.
F

Pull the bulb out and change it.
Changing the third brake lamp (LEds)
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
High pressure washing

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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...