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This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor.
Access to the kit
List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle
and can vary according to equipment. Do not
use them for other purposes.
1.
1
2 V compressor.
C

ontains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2.
R

emovable towing eye. For more information on towing the vehicle,
refer to the corresponding section.
Repair kit with integral sealant cartridge (depending on version)
This kit comprises a compressor and a sealant cartridge.
It allows the temporary repair of a tyre.
You are then able to go to the nearest garage.
It can be used for repairing most punctures on the tread or shoulder of the tyre.
Its compressor can be used to check and adjust the pressure of the tyre.
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Changing a wheel
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to them:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the polystyrene spacer,
F

r
emove the carrier box containing the tools.
Access to the tools
List of tools*
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and can vary according to the level
of equipment. Do not use them for other
purposes.
1.

Wheelbrace.
F

or removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel bolts.
2.
J

ack with integral handle.
F

or raising the vehicle.
Procedure for changing a wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
* Depending on the country of sale. 3.
"
Bolt cover" tool.
F

or removing the bolt protectors (covers)
on alloy wheels.
4.
S
ocket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box).
F
or adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
5.
R
emovable towing eye.
For more information on the removable towing
eye, refer to the corresponding section.
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To w i n g
To w i n g e y e
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
To gain access to it:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the towing eye from the holder.
General recommendations
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:
- v ehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
-
f

our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towing arm available...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
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Towing your vehicleTowing another vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover by
inserting the flat end of the towing eye in
the bottom of the cover.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing arm. F
O n the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing arm.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
F

P
lace the gear lever in neutral
(position N on an electronic or
automatic gearbox).
F
ailure to observe this instruction
could result in damage to
certain components (braking,
transmission...) and the absence
of braking assistance the next time
the engine is started.
F U nlock the steering by turning the key
in the ignition one notch and release the
parking brake.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
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Towing a trailer
We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved
from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more advice on driving when
towing, refer to the corresponding
section.You must observe the maximum trailer
weight, indicated on the registration
certificate or in the technical
specification for your vehicle.
For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.
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When towing
Distribution of loads
F Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches
the maximum permitted without
exceeding


it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1
000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10
% for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F

T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
F

I
f the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam
height of your vehicle.
For more information on adjusting the
headlamp beam height, refer to the
corresponding section.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
PEUGEOT towbar is used.
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Towbar with quickly detachable towball
Presentation
This towbar allows the towball to be fitted and
removed quickly and easily without the use
of tools. Installed behind the rear bumper, the
towbar is invisible after removing the towball
and folding the trailer harness socket carrier.
1.

Carrier.
2.
P

rotective blanking plug.
3.
S

ecurity ring.
4.
F

olding trailer harness socket.
5.
D

etachable towball.
6.
L

ocking / unlocking wheel.
7.
Sec

urity key lock.
8.
Ba

ll protector.
9.
St

orage bag.
A. Locked position
The locking wheel is not in contact with the
towball (gap of about 5 mm).
The green mark is visible.
The lock for the locking wheel is facing
rearward.
The bolt is visible and extends beyond the
towball.
B. Unlocked position
The locking wheel is in contact with the towball.
The green mark is hidden.
The lock for the locking wheel is facing for ward.
The peg is not visible. Observe the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
For more information on the technical
characteristics of the towbar (its
maximum load, ...), refer to the
corresponding section.
For information on safely towing a
trailer, refer to the corresponding
section.
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Removing the towball
Disconnect the trailer harness from the socket
on the carrier.
Detach the cable on the trailer from the security
ring on the carrier.
Unhook the trailer from the towball.
Return the trailer harness connector carrier to
the folded position.Insert the key into the lock.
Turn the key clockwise to unlock the towball
fixing mechanism.
Grasp the towball firmly with one hand; with
the other hand, press and turn the locking
wheel
clockwise as far as it will go.
Extract the towball from the bracket.
Remove the key to avoid it being damaged
when stowing the towball.
Be ready for the weight of the towball
(around 3.5 kg). Risk of injury!
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