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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
, refer to the 
corresponding section. 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 to avoid the 
audible signal if a genuine PEUGEOT 
towbar is used.
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. 
Driving  
     
        
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Before each use
Check that the towball is correctly fitted, verifying the follow points:
- t he towball is correctly engaged (position A ),
-
 
t
 he safety lock is on and the key removed; the trigger can no longer be operated,
-
 
t
 he towball must not be able to move in its carrier; test by shaking it with your hand.
If the towball is not locked, the trailer could separate - Risk of an accident!
During use
Never release the locking system with a trailer or load carrier on the towball.
Never exceed the maximum authorised weight for the vehicle plus trailer - the Gross Train 
Weight or GTW.
You must not exceed the maximum nose weight on the towbar: if exceeded, this could result 
in detachment from the vehicle - Risk of an accident!
Check that the trailer lighting and signalling work correctly.
Before setting off, check the adjustment of the headlamp beam height.
For more information on Adjusting the headlamp beam height , refer to the corresponding 
section.
Following use
When travelling without a trailer or load on a towbar-mounted carrier, the towball must be 
removed and the protective plug inserted in the carrier. This measure applies particularly 
where the towball might obscure visibility of the number plate or its lighting.
Maintenance
Correct operation is only possible if the towball 
and its carrier are kept clean.
Before cleaning the vehicle with a high-
pressure jet wash, the towball must be removed 
and the protective plug fitted to the carrier.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop for any work on the towbar system. 
Practical information  
     
        
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Changing a bulb
The headlamps have polycarbonate 
lenses with a protective coating:
F 
d
 o not clean them using a dr y 
or abrasive cloth, nor with a 
detergent or solvent product,
F
 
u
 se a sponge and soapy water or a 
pH neutral product,
F
 
w
 hen using a high pressure washer 
on persistent marks, do not keep 
the lance directed towards the 
lamps or their edges for too long, 
so as not to damage their protective 
coating and seals.
Changing a bulb should only be done 
after the headlamp has been switched 
off for several minutes (risk of serious 
burns).
F
 
D
 o not touch the bulb directly with 
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid 
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a 
new bulb with the same type and 
specification.Front lamps
Model with "Full LED" headlamps
1. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps  (LEDs).
2.
 M
ain beam / dipped beam headlamps 
(LEDs).
3.
 D
irection indicators (LEDs).
4.
 Fo
glamps  (LEDs).
In some weather conditions (e.g. low 
temperature or humidity), the presence 
of misting on the internal sur face of the 
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps 
is normal; it disappears after the lamps 
have been on for a few minutes.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
For the replacement of this type of lamp, go to 
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
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In the event of a breakdown