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Three flashes
Move the stalk briefly upwards or downwards,
without going beyond the point of resistance;
the corresponding direction indicators will flash
three times.This function can be used at any speed,
but it is particularly useful for changing
lane on fast roads.
Automatic illumination of
headlampsIf you forget to cancel the direction
indicators for more than 20 seconds, the
volume of the audible signal will increase if
the speed is above 40
mph (60 km/h).When a low level of ambient light is detected
by a sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps,
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are
switched on automatically, without any action
on the part of the driver. They can also come
on if rain is detected, at the same time as
automatic operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a
sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers
are switched off, the lamps are switched off
automatically.
Switching on
F Turn the ring to the AUTO
position.
Activation of the function is accompanied by
a message in the screen.
Switching off
F Turn the ring to another position. Deactivation of the function is accompanied
by a message in the screen.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light. In this case, the
lighting will not come on automatically.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, linked
with the rain sensor and located in the
centre of the windscreen behind the rear
view mirror; the associated functions
would no longer be controlled.
Automatic guide-me-home
lighting
Association with automatic illumination of
headlamps provides the guide-me-home
lighting with the following additional options:
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s
election of the lighting duration of 15, 30 or
60


seconds,
-

a
utomatic activation of guide-me-home
lighting when the automatic illumination of
headlamps is in operation.
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Wiper control stalk
In wintry conditions, remove snow, ice or
frost present on the windscreen, around
the wiper arms and blades and the
windscreen seal, before operating the
wipers.
Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windscreen. Under extremely hot or cold
conditions, ensure that the wiper blades
are not stuck to the windscreen before
operating the wipers.
Front wipers
Without cornering lighting
With cornering lighting
Activation
This function operates:
- w hen the corresponding direction indicator
is switched on,
or
-

f
rom a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel.
Deactivation
The system does not operate:
- b elow a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel,
-

a
bove 25 mph (40 km/h),
-
w

hen reverse gear is engaged.
Programming
It is possible to activate or
deactivate the cornering lighting
from the Driving / Vehicle menu.
This function is activated by default.
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Fast (heavy rain).
Normal (moderate rain).
Intermittent (proportional to the
speed of the vehicle).
Of f.
Single wipe (press down and
release).
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers
The windscreen wipers operate
automatically, without any action
on the part of the driver, when rain
is detected (sensor behind the rear
view mirror), adapting their speed to
the intensity of the rainfall.
Switching on
Give a short downwards push to the control.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has
been accepted.This warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and a message is
displayed.
Switching off
Give the control stalk a brief push downwards
or shift the control stalk to a different position
(Int, 1 or 2). This warning lamp goes off in the
instrument panel and a message is
displayed.
The automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers must be reactivated by pushing the
control stalk downwards, if the ignition has
been off for more than 1
minute.
If the wipers operate in intermittent mode
when in AUTO mode, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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Do not cover the rain sensor combined
with the sunshine sensor, located at the
top of the windscreen behind the rear view
m i r r o r.
When using an automatic car wash, switch
off the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until
the windscreen is completely clear of
ice before activating the automatic rain
sensitive wipers.
Front screenwash
Pull the wiper control stalk towards you. The
screenwash and then the wipers operate for a
preset time.
Rear wiper
Of f.
Intermittent wipe.
Wash-wipe (set duration).
If a significant accumulation of snow or ice
is present, or when using a bicycle carrier
on the boot, deactivate the automatic rear
wiper via the vehicle configuration menu
or touch screen.
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation if the windscreen wiper
is operating. From the Driving / Vehicle menu, it
is possible to activate or deactivate
operation of the rear wiper when
reversing.
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Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
Energy economy mode
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conser ve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use
functions such as the audio and telematics
system, windscreen wipers, dipped beam
headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for a
maximum combined duration of about forty
minutes.
Switching to this mode
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen indicating that the vehicle has switched
to economy mode and the active functions are
put on standby.If a telephone call is being made at this
time, it will be maintained for around
10
minutes with the Bluetooth hands-free
system of your audio system.
Exiting the mode
These functions will be automatically restored
the next time the vehicle is used. A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
For more information on the 12
V batter y
,
refer to the corresponding section.
In order to restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
-
f
or less than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately five minutes,
-
f
or more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximately thirty
minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the
engine in order to charge the battery.
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12 V battery
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and must
not, in any circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection
point.
Procedure for starting the engine using another
battery or charging a discharged battery.
General points
Lead-acid starter batteries
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid the risk of explosion
or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access:
F

O
pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch.
F

S
ecure the bonnet stay.
F

R
emove the plastic cover on the (+)
terminal.
The battery (-) terminal is not accessible. A
remote earth point is located on the engine.
Starting using another
battery
Never try to start the engine by connecting
a battery charger.
Never use a 24
V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
Check beforehand that the backup
battery has a nominal voltage of 12
V and
a capacity at least equal to that of the
discharged battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off all the electrical consumers
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, etc.).
Make sure that the jump leads are not
close to moving parts of the engine (fan,
belts, etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while
the engine is running.
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a backup battery
(external or from another vehicle) and jump
leads or a battery booster.
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F Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if your vehicle has one.
F

C
onnect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of flat battery A (at the metal
elbow) then to the positive terminal (+) of
backup battery B or the booster.
F

C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of backup
battery B or the booster (or an earth point
on the other vehicle).
F

C
onnect the other end of the green or black
cable to earth point C on the broken down
vehicle.
F

S
tart the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a few
minutes.
F

O
perate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine turn.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few moments
before trying again. F

W
ait until the engine returns to idle then
disconnect the jump lead cables in the
reverse order.
F
R
efit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if
your vehicle has one.
F
A
llow the engine to run for at least
30 minutes, by driving or with the vehicle
stationary, so that the battery reaches an
adequate state of charge.
Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.
Charging the battery using
a battery charger
For optimum ser vice life of the battery, it is
essential to maintain an adequate state of
charge.
In some circumstances it may be necessary to
charge the battery:
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i
f you only use your vehicle for short
journeys,
-

i
f the vehicle is to be taken off the road for
several weeks.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop. If you plan to charge your vehicle's battery
yourself, use only a charger compatible
with lead-acid batteries of a nominal
voltage of 12
V.
Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the charger.
Never reverse polarities.
It is not necessary to disconnect the
battery.
F
S
witch off the ignition.
F
S
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).
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F Switch off the charger B before connecting the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any
dangerous sparks.
F

E
nsure that the charger cables are in good
condition.
F

R
aise the plastic cover, if your vehicle has
one, on the (+) terminal.
F

C
onnect the charger B cables as follows:
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t
he positive (+) red cable to the (+)
terminal of the battery A ,
-

t
he negative (-) black cable to the earth
point C on the vehicle.
F

A
t the end of the charging operation, switch
off the charger B before disconnecting the
cables from the battery A .
Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.
If this label is present, it is essential to
use only a 12
V charger to avoid causing
irreversible damage to the electrical
components related to the Stop & Start
system. Never try to charge a frozen battery – risk
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked
by a PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified
workshop who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and
that the container has not cracked, which
would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive
acid leaking.
Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of ser vice for a long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F

c
lose all openings (doors, boot, windows,
roof),
F

s
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lighting, etc.),
F

s
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
At the battery, detach the (+) terminal only.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
F Raise lever A fully to release clamp B .
F R emove clamp B by lifting it off.
In the event of a breakdown