2015 Peugeot RCZ ignition

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WINdSCREEN ANd HEA d LAMP WASH
F Pull the windscreen wiper stalk towards you. The windscreen wash
then the windscreen wipers operate for a fixed period.
The headlamp washers only operate when the dipped or main beam
headlamps are on, with the vehicle moving .
Screenwash/headlamp wash low
In the case of vehicles fitted with headlamp washers, when the minimum level of the reservoir is reached, this warning
lamp and/or the service warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the screen.
Next

time
you stop, fill the screenwash / headlamp wash fluid reservoir.
The warning lamp is displayed when the ignition is switched on, or
every

time the stalk is operated, until the reservoir is filled.
To

reduce

the

consumption

of

the

fluid

by

the

headlamp

washers,

they operate only with every seventh use of the screenwash or
every 25 miles (40 km) during a given journey

.

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AUTOMATIC RAIN SENSITIVE WIN d SCREEN
WIPERS
The windscreen wipers operate automatically, without any action on the
part of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view mirror),
adapting their speed to the intensity of the rainfall.
Activation
This is controlled manually by the driver by pushing the stalk
downwards to the "AUTO" position.
It is accompanied by a message in the screen.
Switching off
This is controlled manually by the driver by moving the stalk upwards
then returning it to position "0".
It is accompanied by a message in the screen.
Operating fault
If an automatic wiping malfunction occurs, the wipers will operate in
intermittent mode.
Have
it checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
The automatic rain sensitive wipers must be reactivated if the
ignition has been off for more than one minute, by pushing the
stalk downwards.
Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with the sunshine sensor
and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view
mirror.
Switch off the automatic rain sensitive wipers when using an
automatic car wash.
In winter, to avoid damaging the wiper blades, it is advisable
to wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before
activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
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VISIBILITY

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SPECIAL POSITION OF THE WIN d SCREEN
WIPERS
To maintain the effectiveness of the flat wiper blades, it is advisable to:
-

handle them with care,
-


clean them regularly using soapy water
,
-

avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen,
-

replace them at the first signs of wear.
This position permits release of the windscreen wiper blades.
It is used for cleaning or replacement of the blades. It can also be
useful, in winter, to detach the blades from the windscreen.
F

Any action on the wiper stalk in the minute after switching of
f the
ignition places the blades vertically on the screen.
F

T
o park the blades again, switch on the ignition and operate the
wiper stalk.

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DIRECTION INDICATORS
If you forget to cancel the direction indicators for more than
twenty seconds, the volume of the audible signal will increase if
the speed is above 40 mph (60 km/h).
F

Left: lower the lighting stalk passing the point of resistance.
F


Right: raise the lighting stalk passing the point of resistance.
HAZARD WARNING LAMPS
A visual warning by means of the direction indicators to alert other road\

users to a vehicle breakdown, towing or accident.
F Press
this button, the direction indicators flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
AUTOMATIC OPERA TION OF HAZAR d
W

ARNING LAMPS *
When braking in an emergency, depending on the deceleration, the
hazard warning lamps come on automatically.
They
switch off automatically the first time you accelerate.
F

Y
ou can also switch them off by pressing the button.
Deactivating the DSC/ASR systems also deactivates the automatic
operation of the hazard warning lamps; refer to the "Trajectory control
systems - Deactivation" section.
* Except for the 1.6 THP 270 hp version.
Three flashes of the direction indicators
F Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of resistance; the direction indicators will flash 3 times.
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SAFETY

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deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down,
stuck in snow, on soft ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the
DSC and ASR, so that the wheels can turn freely and regain grip.
Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of grip permits.
F
Press this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
The DSC

and ASR systems no longer act on the operation of the engine
and on the brakes in the event of a involuntary change of trajectory.
This action also deactivates the automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps (except for the 1.6 THP 270 hp version).
Reactivation
The systems are reactivated automatically every time the ignition is
switched back on.
You can also reactivate them manually:
F

Press this button again.
This action also reactivates the automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps (except for the 1.6

THP 270 hp version).
Operating fault
d

SC/ASR
The DSC and ASR systems offer increased safety in normal
driving, but they should not encourage the driver to take extra
risks or drive at high speed.
It is in difficult driving conditions (rain, snow, ice) that the risk of
loss of grip increases. It is therefore important for your safety to
keep the DSC and

ASR systems activated in all conditions, and
particularly
in difficult conditions.
The correct operation of these systems depends on observation
of the manufacturer's recommendations regarding as much the
wheels (tyres and rims), braking and electronic components as the
assembly and repair procedures used by PEUGEOT dealers.
To
benefit in full from the effectiveness of the DSC and
ASR

systems

in wintry conditions, the vehicle must be fitted with four
snow tyres, allowing the the vehicle to retain neutral behaviour on
the road.Illumination of this warning lamp and the lamp in the
deactivation button, accompanied by an audible signal and a
message, indicate a fault with the system.
Contact
a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system
checked.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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ACTIVE SPOILEROPERATION
The use of the vehicle must comply with the legislation in force
in your country. This system can be used to its full potential on a
closed circuit.
Automatic mode
The spoiler rises automatically according to the speed and has two
positions.
-
When the speed of the vehicle is higher than 50 mph (85 km/h), the
spoiler rises automatically to the intermediate position A

. It remains
in this position for as long as the speed remains above 35 mph
(55
km/h).
-

If the speed of the vehicle falls below 35 mph (55 km/h), the spoiler \
retracts automatically

.
-

When the speed of the vehicle is higher than 95 mph (155 km/h),
the spoiler rises automatically to the maximum position B

. It
remains in this position for as long as the speed remains above
90
mph (142 km/h).
-

If the speed of the vehicle falls below 90 mph (142 km/h), the
spoiler retracts automatically to the intermediate position.
In this mode, the indicator lamp in the control button is of

f.
Manual mode
To control the operation of the spoiler manually, with the ignition on:
F press the control button briefly, the spoiler rises to the maximum
position B

.
In this mode, the indicator lamp on the control button is on.
When stationary or moving at less than 6 mph (10 km/h), press and
hold the button until the indicator lamp goes off, the spoiler then retracts
completely.
Except the 1.6 THP 270 hp version
System which improves the aerodynamics and stability of the vehicle
when driving. It can be controlled automatically or manually.
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Before operating the spoiler, ensure that no one is in the proximity
of the moving parts to avoid any risk of injury.
Nevertheless, in the event of pinching, you must reverse the
movement of the spoiler. To do this, release the control button
then press it again to raise the spoiler.
MAINTENANCE
To maintain the spoiler, with the vehicle stationary, ignition on:
F
raise the spoiler to the maximum position B

by pressing the button
briefly,
F

once the cleaning is complete, retract the spoiler: press and hold
the button until the end of the manoeuvre.
The keep this system in good working order

, check the spoiler and its
housing periodically preventing the unwanted accumulation of leaves,
ice or snow.
OPERATING F AULT
If the control system fails, the indicator lamp in the control button
flashes,
accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the
screen.

As a safety precaution, the spoiler rises to the maximum
position, regardless of the speed of the vehicle.
If the problem persists and you wish to retract the spoiler:
F

stop where it is safe to do so,
F


switch of
f the ignition,
F

switch the ignition on again.
If

the indicator lamp no longer flashes, the failure was temporary, the
system has resumed normal operation.

To retract the spoiler, refer to
the paragraph "To exit from manual mode".
If
the indicator lamp flashes again and the spoiler is still raised, the
system is still faulty

.
Have
it checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
In the event of a system operating fault (e.g. jamming of the spoiler)\
, the
indicator
lamp in the control button flashes, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message in the screen. For safety reasons, do not exceed
a speed of 85 mph (140 km/h).
Have

it checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
Before washing the vehicle, always retract the spoiler into its
housing.
Keep the end of the high-pressure nozzle at least 1 metre from the
spoiler housing. Never press on the spoiler to close the boot or push the vehicle as
this may damage it.
The installation of load-carrying accessories on the vehicle limits
the effectiveness of the spoiler.
Do not install load carrying accessories which are not
recommended by PEUGEOT.
To exit from manual mode:
F press

the

button

briefly:

the

indicator

lamp

on

the

button

goes

off

(return to automatic mode).
At speeds below 6 mph (10 km/h), the spoiler stays in the open
position. It retracts automatically as soon as the vehicle exceeds
this speed threshold.

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SEAT BELTS
FRONT SEA T BEL TS
Fastening
F Pull the strap, then insert the tongue in the buckle.
F
Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly by pulling the strap.
Unfastening
F Press the red button on the buckle.
F
Guide the seat belt as it reels in.
Seat belt not fastened / unfastened warning lamps display
A. Front seat belts not fastened / unfastened warning lamp.
B.
Front left seat belt warning lamp.
C.


Front right seat belt warning lamp.
When the ignition is switched on, the warning lamp A

comes on in the
seat belt and passenger's front airbag warning lamp display, if the driver
and/or the front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
From
approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) this warning lamp flashes for
two

minutes accompanied by an audible signal of increasing volume.
Once these two minutes have elapsed, this warning lamp remains on
until the driver and/or the front passenger fastens their seat belt.
The warning lamp B or C for the corresponding seat comes on in red if
the seat belt is not fastened or is unfastened.
The

front

seat

belts

are

fitted

with

a

pretensioning

and

force

limiting

system.
This system improves safety in the front seats in the event of a front o\
r
side impact. Depending on the severity of the impact, the pretensioning \
system instantly tightens the seat belts against the body of the
occupants.
The pretensioning seat belts are active when the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pressure of the seat belt on the chest of \
the occupant, so improving their protection.