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Stop & Start
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
The "ECO" warning lamp comes 
on in the instrument panel and the 
engine goes into standby:
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for  e-HDi Diesel engines :
●
 
w
ith a manual gearbox , at speeds 
below 12 mph (20 km/h), when you place 
the gear selector into neutral, and you 
release the clutch pedal,
●
 
w
ith an electronic gearbox , at speeds 
below 5 mph (8 km/h), when you press 
the brake pedal or place the gear 
selector into position N ,
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for  e-VTI and e-THP petrol engines and 
BlueHDi Diesel  engines, with the vehicle 
stationary. Never refuel with the engine in STOP 
mode; you must switch off the ignition 
with the key. For your comfort, during parking 
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not 
available for a few seconds after 
coming out of reverse gear.
Stop & Start does not affect the 
vehicle's systems, such as for example, 
braking, power steering...
Special cases: STOP mode not 
available
STOP mode is not invoked when:
- t
he driver's door is open,
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t
 he driver's seat belt is not fastened,
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t
 he vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph 
(10
  km/h) since the last engine start using 
t h e key,
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t
 he engine is needed to maintain a 
comfortable temperature in the passenger 
compartment,
-
 d
emisting has been selected,
-
 s
ome special conditions (battery charge, 
engine temperature, braking assistance, 
ambient temperature...) where the engine is 
needed to assure control of a system.
A time counter calculates the sum 
of the periods in STOP mode 
during a journey. It rests itself 
to zero every time the ignition is 
switched on with the key. The "ECO"
 warning lamp flashes for 
a few seconds then goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal.
The Stop & Start
 
system puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...). The 
engine restarts automatically - START mode - as soon as you want to move off. The restart takes place instantly, quickly and silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when stationary. 
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Going into engine START mode
The "ECO" warning lamp goes off 
and the engine starts:
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w
ith a manual gearbox , when you 
depress the clutch pedal,
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w
ith an electronic / automatic gearbox :
●
 
g
ear selector in position A / D or M , 
when you release the brake pedal,
●
 
o
r gear lever in position N and the brake 
pedal released, when you place the gear 
selector into position A / D or M ,
●
 
o
r when you engage reverse gear.
With a manual gearbox in STOP mode, if you 
engage a gear without fully depressing the 
clutch pedal, a message is displayed asking 
you to fully depress the clutch pedal so that the 
engine can restart. For reasons of safety and for your comfort, 
START mode is invoked automatically when:
Special cases: START invoked 
automatically
- you open the driver's door,
- y
ou unfasten the driver's seat belt,
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t
 he speed of the vehicle exceeds 7 mph 
(11
  km/h) with an electronic gearbox,
-
 s
ome special conditions (battery charge, 
engine temperature, braking assistance, 
ambient temperature...) where the engine is 
needed for control of a system.
If the system has been deactivated 
in STOP mode, the engine restarts 
immediately.
In certain circumstances, such as the need 
to maintain a comfortable temperature in the 
passenger compartment, it may be preferable 
to deactivate the Stop & Start system.
The system can be deactivated at any time, 
once the ignition is on.
Manual deactivation
The "ECO"
 warning lamp flashes for 
a few seconds, then goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal. At any time, press the "ECO OFF"
  switch to 
deactivate the system.
This is confirmed by the switch warning lamp 
coming on accompanied by a message in the 
screen. 
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Hill start assist
System which keeps your vehicle immobilised 
temporarily (approximately 2 seconds) when 
starting on a gradient, the time it takes to 
move your foot from the brake pedal to the 
accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:
- 
t
 he vehicle is completely stationary, with 
your foot on the brake pedal,
-
 
w
 hen certain conditions of gradient are 
met,
-
 
w
 ith the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist function cannot be 
deactivated.
On an ascending slope, the vehicle is held 
for a brief moment when you release the 
brake pedal:
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i
 f you are in first gear or neutral with a 
manual gearbox*,
-
 
i
 f you are in position A or M with an 
electronic gearbox,
-
 
i
 f you are in position D or M with an 
automatic gearbox.Operation
On a descending slope, with the vehicle 
stationary and reverse gear engaged, the 
vehicle is held for a brief moment when you 
release the brake pedal.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being 
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle while 
the engine is running, apply the parking 
brake manually then ensure that the 
parking brake warning lamp is on (not 
flashing) in the instrument panel.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the system, these warning 
lamps come on. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer 
or a qualified workshop to have the system 
checked.
* Depending on version. 
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Cruise control
System which automatically maintains the 
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed 
by the driver, without any action on the 
accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched off manually 
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or on 
triggering of the electronic stability system for 
safety reasons.
It is possible to exceed the programmed speed 
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply 
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any 
programmed speed value. 1.
 Sel
ection of cruise control mode.Steering mounted controls
The cruise control cannot, in any 
circumstances, replace the need to observe 
speed limits, nor can it replace the need for 
vigilance on the part of the driver.
The programmed information is grouped 
together in the instrument panel screen.
5.
 C
ruise control stopped/resumed indication.
6.  
 
C
 ruise control mode selection indication.
7.  
 
P
 rogrammed speed value.
8.
 Sel
ectiion of a memorised speed setting.
Displays in the instrument panel
2. Increase the programmed value.
3. D ecrease the programmed value.
4.
 C
ruise control Off / Resume.
The cruise control is switched on
 manually: it 
requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph 
(40 km/h), as well as the engagement of:
-
 
f
ourth gear on a manual gearbox,
-
 
s
econd gear on an electronic or automatic 
gearbox, in manual sequential mode,
-
 
position 
A on an electronic gearbox or 
position D on an automatic gearbox. 
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Park Assist
The system detects a parking space and then provides assistance with the parallel parking manoeuvres.
It controls the steering and provides visual and audible information to the driver.
The driver manages the accelerator, brakes, gears and the clutch in the case of a manual gearbox.The Park Assist system cannot in any 
circumstances replace the need for 
vigilance on the part of the driver.
The driver must remain in control of 
their vehicle ensuring that the space 
remains clear during the manoeuvre.
In some circumstances, the sensors 
may not detect small obstacles located 
in their blind spots. Changing tyre sizes (out-size tyres, 
winter tyres, ...) can inter fere with 
the correct operation of the parking 
assistance system.
During a manoeuvre the steering wheel 
turns quickly: do not hold the steering 
wheel, do not place your hand between 
the spokes of the steering wheel and 
take care with loose and bulky clothing, 
scarves, handbags... There is a risk of 
injury. For entry into a parking space (parallel 
parking) the system does not detect 
spaces which are clearly much smaller 
or larger than the size of the vehicle.
This "parking assistance" system 
is activated automatically during 
manoeuvres; it is therefore possible 
that a symbol comes on in the screen, 
accompanied by an audible signal, 
without affecting the manoeuvre.
The system provides assistance in entering and 
exiting a parking space when parallel parking. The driver can take back control of the steering 
at any time by grasping the wheel.
The selection of the type of manoeuvre 
(entering or exiting a parallel parking 
space) prevents a change to STOP 
mode of Stop & Start.
In STOP mode, this selection restarts 
the engine. 
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A set of the following Electronic Stability 
systems:
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a
 nti-lock braking system (ABS) and 
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
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 em
ergency braking assistance,
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w
 heel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction 
control,
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 d
ynamic stability control (DSC).
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) 
and electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD)
These systems improve the stability and 
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking 
and contribute towards improved control in 
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road 
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of 
emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system 
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
In an emergency, this system enables you to 
reach the optimum braking pressure more 
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping 
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which 
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a 
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an 
increase in the effectiveness of the braking.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
This system (also known as Traction Control) 
optimises traction in order to avoid wheel 
slip by acting on the brakes of the driving 
wheels and on the engine. It also improves 
the directional stability of the vehicle on 
acceleration.
Dynamic stability control  
(DSC)
If there is a difference between the path 
followed by the vehicle and that required by the 
driver, this system monitors each wheel and 
automatically acts on the brake of one or more 
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle 
to the required path, within the limits of the laws 
of physics. 
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Operation
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) 
and electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD)
In emergency braking, press 
very firmly without releasing the 
pressure. When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 
make sure that these are approved for 
your vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make 
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake 
pedal.
When this warning lamp comes on, 
accompanied by an audible signal 
and a message, it indicates that 
there is a fault with the ABS, which 
could cause loss of control of the vehicle when 
braking.
When this warning lamp comes on, 
coupled with the STOP  warning 
lamp, accompanied by an audible 
signal and a message, it indicates 
that there is a fault with the electronic brake 
force distribution (EBFD), which could cause 
loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop. 
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Dynamic stability control (DSC) 
and anti-slip regulation (ASR)
Activation
These systems are activated automatically 
each time the vehicle is started.
As soon as they detect a problem of grip or 
trajectory, these systems act on the operation 
of the engine and brakes.This is indicated by flashing of this 
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
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 system, so that the wheels can move 
freely and regain grip. The DSC system offers exceptional 
safety in normal driving, but this should 
not encourage the driver to take extra 
risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of the system 
depends on observation of the 
manufacturer's recommendations 
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims), 
the braking components, the electronic 
components and the PEUGEOT 
assembly and operation procedures.
After an impact, have the system 
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on, 
accompanied by an audible signal 
and a message in the screen, this 
indicates a fault with the system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop to have the system checked.
Reactivation
But it is recommended that the system be 
reactivated as soon as possible.
F
 
P
 ress the button or, depending 
on version, turn the knob to this 
position.
The system is reactivated automatically each 
time the ignition is switched back on or from  
30 mph (50 km/h). The indicator lamp in the button or the knob 
comes on: the DSC system no longer acts on 
the operation of the engine.
F
 
P
 ress the button again to 
reactivate it manually. 
Safety