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It is only possible to change from one gear to another if the vehicle
speed and engine speed permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.M and the gears engaged manually appear in succession in
the instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the gear selected
flashes
for a few seconds, then the actual gear engaged is
displayed.
It is possible to change from position
d

(automatic) to position M
(manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving very slowly, the gearbox
selects gear M1 automatically.
The sport and snow programmes do not operate in manual mode.
Invalid value during manual operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not engaged correctly
(selector between two positions).
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Before switching off the engine, you can engage position P or N to
place the gearbox in neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle. If the selector is not in position P, when the driver's door is opened
or approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is switched off,
there is an audible signal accompanied by a message.
F

Return the selector to position
P
; the audible signal stops and
the message disappears.
OPERATING F AULT
When the ignition is on, the illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the
screen, indicates a gearbox malfunction.
In this case, the gearbox switches to emergency mode and is locked in
3rd gear. You may feel a substantial knock when changing from P to R
and from N to R. This will not cause any damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed a speed of 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed restrictions
permitting.
Have

it

checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
This warning lamp may also come on if a door is opened.
There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:
-

if you press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same
time,
-


if you force the selector from position P

to another position
when
the battery is flat.
To reduce fuel consumption during a long period stationary with
the

engine running (traffic jam, etc.), place the gear selector in
position N

and apply the parking brake.
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DRIVING

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GEAR EFFICIENCY INDICATOR *
System which reduces fuel consumption by recommending the most
appropriate gear.
The system adapts its gear change recommendation according
to the driving conditions (slope, load,...) and the demands of the
driver (power, acceleration, braking,...).
The system never suggests:
- engaging
first gear,
-

engaging reverse gear
.
The information appears in the instrument panel in the form of an arrow.
OPERATION
Depending on the driving situation and your vehicle's equipment, the system may advise you to skip one (or more) gear(s).
You can follow
this instruction without engaging the intermediate gears.
The gear engagement recommendations must not be considered
compulsory.
In fact, the configuration of the road, the amount of traffic
and safety remain determining factors when choosing the best gear

.
Therefore, the driver remains responsible for deciding whether or not to\

follow the advice given by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.
With an automatic gearbox, the system is only active in manual mode. On
vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox, the arrow may be
accompanied by the gear recommended. Example:
-

Y
ou are in third gear.
-
Y
ou press the accelerator pedal.
-
The system may suggest that you engage a higher gear
.
* Depending on engine.

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B

ETTER

PERFORMANCE
!
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The TOTAL Research and Development and
PEUGEOT teams work together to develop high
quality

l
ubricants
t
hat
m
eet
t
he
r
equirements
o
f
P

EUGEOT vehicles. For you, this is the assurance
that the performance of your engine is optimised
while also ensuring its durability.
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TOTAL lubricants are formulated to optimise the
efficiency of engines and the protection of the
emissions post-treatment systems. It is important
to observe the servicing recommendations made
by PEUGEOT to assure correct operation.
RECOMMENdS

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FUEL TANK
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 55 litres.
LOW FUEL LEVEL
R

EFUELLING
When the fuel tank minimum level is reached this warning
lamp comes on on the instrument panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and an alert message. When it first comes on
there remains approximately 5 litres

of fuel in the tank.
Until

sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp appears every time
the ignition is switched on, accompanied by an audible signal and a
message. When driving, this audible signal and display of the alert
message

are repeated with increasing frequency as the fuel level drops
towards

"0".
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of fuel.
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer also to the "Running out of fue\
l
(Diesel)" section.
A


label

affixed to the inside of the flap reminds you of the type of fuel to
be used depending on your engine.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres, in order to be registere\
d by
the fuel gauge. T

o fill the tank in complete safety:
F the engine must be switched off,
F
press the rear part of the flap, then raise it to open it,
F

turn the cap to the left,
F


remove the cap and hook it onto the clip located on the inside of the
flap,
F

fill the tank, but do not continue after the 3rd cut-off of the
pump; this could cause malfunctions.
Opening
the filler cap may create a noise a caused by an inrush
of air

. This vacuum is entirely normal, resulting from the sealing of
the fuel system.
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FUEL USE d FOR PETROL ENGINES
The petrol engines are compatible with E10 bio-petrol (containing
10 % ethanol), conforming to European standards EN 228 and EN 15376.
E85 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol) are reserved exclusivel\
y for
vehicles marketed for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex vehicles).\
The
quality
of the ethanol must comply with European standard EN 15293.
FUEL USE d FOR dIESEL ENGINES
The Diesel engines are compatible with biofuels which conform to
current and future European standards (Diesel fuel which complies
with
standard EN 590 mixed with a biofuel which complies with
standard
EN 14214) available at the pumps (containing up to 7 % Fatty
Acid Methyl Ester).
B30 biofuel can be used in certain Diesel engines. However, this use,
even
occasional, requires strict application of the special servicing
conditions.

Contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel (vegetable or animal oils, pur\
e
or diluted, domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of damage t\
o the
engine and fuel system).
When

you

have

filled

the

tank:
F

put the cap back in place,
F

turn it to the right,
F
close

the

flap.
Freezing conditions
In these conditions, the filler flap may be jammed.
Opening the boot gives access to the flap, allowing it to be
released by hand.

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BONNET
OPENING
F Open the front left door.
CLOSING
F Lower the bonnet and release it at the end of its travel.
F
Pull the bonnet to check that it is fully latched.
F


Pull the interior release lever
A

, located at the bottom of the door
aperture.
The location of the interior release lever prevents opening of the
bonnet while the front left door is closed.
Do not open the bonnet in strong wind.
When the engine is hot, handle the safety catch with
care

(risk

of

burns). Because
of the presence of electrical equipment under the bonnet,
it is recommended that exposure to water (rain, washing, ...) be
limited.
The cooling fan may start after switching off the engine: take
care with articles and clothing that might be caught by the
fan blades.
F

Push the exterior safety catch
B to the left and raise the bonnet.
The bonnet is held open by the two side struts.
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PETROL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing certain components.
1.
Power steering reservoir
.
2.

Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir
.
3.

Coolant reservoir
.
4. Brake
fluid reservoir.
5.

Battery / Fuses. 6.

Fusebox.
7. Air
filter.
8.

Engine oil dipstick.
9.

Engine oil filler cap.

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DIESEL ENGINE
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids, for replacing certain components and for priming the fuel system.
1.
Power steering reservoir
.
2.

Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir
.
3.

Coolant reservoir
.
4. Brake
fluid reservoir.
5.

Battery / Fuses.
6.

Fusebox. 7. Air
filter.
8.

Engine oil dipstick.
9.

Engine oil filler cap.
10.

Priming pump.
11

.
Bleed screw
.
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CHECKS