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electronic Stability Control (eSC) incorporating
the following systems:
-
an

ti-lock braking system (ABS) and the
electronic brake force distribution (
eBF

D),
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emer

gency braking assistance (
eBA)
,
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wh

eel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction
control,
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dy

namic stability control (DSC).
electronic stability control (eSC )
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
this system improves the stability and
m anoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and contributes towards improved control in
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
the A

BS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
the e

lectronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
(EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you to
reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered according to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed.
thi

s is felt by a
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in the effectiveness of the braking.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
the ASR system (also known as tra ction
Control) optimises traction in order to limit
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, the DSC 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.
Horn
F Press the central part of the steering
w heel.
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Airbags
System designed to contribute towards
improving the safety of the occupants (with
the exception of the rear centre passenger)
in the event of violent collisions.
the a
irbags
supplement the action of the force-limiting
seat belts (with the exception of the centre rear
passenger).
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts
sustained in the impact detection zones:
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in t

he case of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and contribute
towards better protection of the occupants
of the vehicle (with the exception of the
rear centre passenger); immediately after
the impact, the airbags deflate rapidly so
that they do not hinder visibility or the exit
of the occupants,
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in t

he case of a minor or rear impact or in
certain roll-over conditions, the airbags
may not be deployed; the seat belt
alone contributes towards ensuring your
protection in these situations.
The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.
thi

s equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during the
same or a subsequent accident), the
airbag will not be deployed again. Deployment of one or more of the
airbags is accompanied by a slight
emission of smoke and a noise, due
to the activation of the pyrotechnic
cartridge incorporated in the system.
thi

s smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight
irritation.
the n

oise of detonation related to the
deployment of one or more airbags may
result in a slight loss of hearing for a
short time.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. Si de impact zone.
Front airbags
Deployment
the airbags are deployed, except the
p assenger's front airbag if it is deactivated, in the
event of a serious front impact to all or part of the
front impact zone A , in the longitudinal centreline
of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed
from the front to the rear of the vehicle.
the f

ront airbag inflates between the thorax and
head of the front occupant of the vehicle and the
steering wheel, driver's side, and the dashboard,
passenger's side to cushion their forward
movement. System which protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a serious front impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and
thorax.
the d
river's airbag is fitted in the centre of the
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
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Sit in a normal upright position.
Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between the
occupants and the airbags (a child, pet,
object...), nor fix or attach anything close to
the inflation trajectory of the airbags; this
could cause injuries during their deployment.
Never modify the original definition of your
vehicle, particularly in the area directly
around the airbags.
After an accident or if the vehicle has been
stolen or broken into, have the airbag
systems checked.
All work on the airbag system must be
carried out by a P
eu
ge
Ot d
ealer or a
qualified workshop.
eve

n if all of the precautions mentioned
are observed, a risk of injury or of minor
burns to the head, chest or arms when an
airbag is deployed cannot be ruled out.
the
b

ag inflates almost instantly (within a few
milliseconds) then deflates within the same
time discharging the hot gas via openings
provided for this purpose.Lateral airbags
use only approved covers on the seats,
c ompatible with the deployment the lateral
airbags. For information on the range of seat
covers suitable for your vehicle, you can
contact a P
eu

ge
Ot d
ealer.
Refer to the "Accessories" section.
Do not fix or attach anything to the seat
backs (clothing...).
thi

s could cause injury
to the chest or arms if the lateral airbag is
deployed.
Do not sit with the upper part of the body any
nearer to the door than necessary.
Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its
spokes or resting your hands on the centre
part of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet on the
dashboard.
Do not smoke as deployment of the airbags
can cause burns or the risk of injury from a
cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or
hit it violently.
Do not fit or attach anything to the steering
wheel or dashboard, this could cause
injuries with deployment of the airbags.
For the airbags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
Curtain airbags
Do not fix or attach anything to the roof. this
could cause injury to the head if the curtain
airbag is deployed.
If fitted on your vehicle, do not remove the
grab handles installed on the roof, they play
a part in securing the curtain airbags.
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Starting-switching off the engine, remote control
Put the gear lever into neutral.
Ignition switch
1. Stop p osition.
2. Ig nition on position.
3.
Sta

rting position.
Starting using the key
the parking brake must be applied.
F
In
sert the key in the ignition switch.
the s

ystem recognises the starting code.
F


u
nl
ock the steering column by
simultaneously turning the steering wheel
and the key.
F
Wi

th a manual gearbox, place the gear
lever in neutral then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
In certain circumstances, you may have
to apply some force to turn the wheels
(if the wheels are against a kerb, for
example).
F
Wi

th an automatic gearbox, place the gear
lever in position N or P then firmly press
the brake pedal.
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Avoid attaching heavy objects to the
key, which would weigh down on its
blade in the ignition switch and could
cause a malfunction.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss
of braking assistance.
Key left in the "Ignition on"
position
If the key has been left in the ignition switch
at position 2 (Ignition on)
, the ignition will
be switched off automatically after one hour.
to sw

itch the ignition back on, turn the
key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to
position
2 (

Ignition on) .
Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion
engines emit toxic exhaust gases,
such as carbon monoxide. Danger of
intoxication and death.
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperatures below -23°C), to ensure
the correct operation and the durability
of the mechanical components of your
vehicle, the engine and gearbox, it is
necessary to leave the engine running
for 4 minutes before moving off. F Immo
bilise the vehicle.
F tur n the key fully towards you to
position
1 (

Stop).
F
Re

move the key from the ignition switch.
F


t
o lo
ck the steering column, turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
Switching off using the key
to facilitate unlocking of the steering
w heel, it is recommended that you
place the wheels in the straight ahead
position before switching off the engine.
F
Ch

eck that the parking brake is
correctly applied, particularly
when parking on a slope.
●
Wi

th a manual parking brake,
the lever must be pulled up.
●
Wi

th an electric parking brake,
the indicator lamp in the
control lever must be on. When leaving the vehicle, remove the
key and lock the doors.
Never switch off the ignition until the vehicle
has been brought to a complete stop.
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For Diesel vehicles, in sub-
zero temperatures the engine
will not start until the pre-heater
warning lamp has gone off.
If this warning lamp comes on
after pressing the "S
tARt/
StOP

" button, press down on
the brake or clutch pedal until
the warning lamp goes off,
without pressing the "S
tARt/
StOP

" button again, until the
engine starts and runs.
F
Wi

th the electronic key inside the vehicle,
depress the clutch pedal fully and maintain
pressure until the engine starts.
Starting
F Press the " ST ART/STOP"
button.
the p
resence in the recognition zone of
the electronic key of the "Keyless
ent
ry
and Starting" system is essential. For
reasons of safety, do not leave this zone
while the engine is running.
A message is displayed if the electronic
key is not detected in the zone. Move
the electronic key into the zone to be
able to start the engine.
Starting and switching off the engine,
"Keyless
ent
ry and Starting"
F the steering column unlocks and the
e ngine starts more or less immediately.
(Read the information on Diesel versions). If one of the starting conditions is not
met, a reminder message appears in
the instrument panel screen. In some
circumstances, it is necessary to
turn the steering wheel slightly while
pressing the "StARt/StOP
" button
to assist unlocking of the steering;
a message warns you when this is
needed.
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If the vehicle is not immobilised,
the engine will not stop.
Switching off
F Immobilise the vehicle.F
Wi
th the electronic key inside
the vehicle, press the " S TA R T/
STOP " button.
the e

ngine stops and the steering column is
locked.
Ignition on position
(accessories)
If you use the accessory position for too
long, the system automatically goes into
economy mode to avoid the risk of a flat
battery.
Pressing the "S
tARt/StOP

" button, with no
action on the pedals, allows the ignition to
be switched on and so activate the ancillary
equipment.
F
Pr

ess the "S
tARt/StOP

" button,
the instrument panel comes on
but the engine does not start.
F
Pr

ess the button again to switch off the
ignition and so allow the vehicle to be
locked.
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Key left in reader
You are warned by a message if the
electronic key is is still in the reader on
opening the driver's door.
Emergency starting
When the electronic key is in the recognition
zone and your vehicle does not start after
pressing the "S
tARt/StOP
" button:
F
In

sert the electronic key in the reader.
F
Ful

ly declutch.
F
Pr

ess the "S
tARt/StOP
" button.
the

engine starts. In the event of an emergency only, the engine
can be switched of without conditions.
to do
t
his, press and hold the "S
tARt/StOP
" button
for about 3 seconds.
In this case the steering column locks as soon
as the vehicle stops.
If the electronic key is no longer in the
recognition zone when you close a door or
when you (later) request switching off the
engine, a message appears in the instrument
panel.
Emergency switch-off Remote control not recognised
F Press and hold the "StARt/StOP " button
for about 3 seconds if you want to force
switching off the engine.
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