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For more information about
weights and towed loads, refer to
chapter 9, "Weights" section.
TOWING A TRAILER , A CARA VAN ...
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest objects are as
close as possible to the axle and
the nose weight is close to the
maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the coolant temperature. As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.
You should therefore use a high gear
to lower the engine speed and reduce
your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel:
gearbox in neutral.
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Audio equipment, hands-free kit,
speakers, CD changer, satellite navigation
system, USB Box, video kit, ...
Regardless of the audio and telematic
equipment offered on the market, the
technical constraints associated with the
fitting of equipment of these families of
products mean that the special features
of the equipment and its compatibility
with the capacities of the your vehicle's
standard equipment must be taken into
account. Please contact a PEUGEOT
dealer for more information before fitting
such equipment. To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
-
ensure that the mat and its fixings
are positioned correctly
,
-
never fit one mat on top of another
.
Maximum weights on bars
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Roof rack: 120 kg.
-
T
ransverse bars on roof: 100 kg.
-
T
ransverse bars on longitudinal
bars: 75 kg. Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
Before installing accessory
radiocommunication transmitters with
an external aerial on your vehicle, you
are advised to contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.
A PEUGEOT dealer can inform you
of the specifications (frequency band,
maximum output power, aerial position,
specific installation conditions) of the
transmitters which can be fitted, in
accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive
(2004/104/CE).
Front mud flaps, rear mud flaps,
15/17 inch alloy wheels, wheelarch
trim, leather steering wheel,
....
Screenwash, interior and exterior
cleaning and maintenance products,
replacement bulbs,
...
Anti-theft alarm, window etching, first
aid kit, high visibility vest, front and
rear parking sensors, warning triangle,
security bolts for alloy wheels,
... Front seat covers compatible with
airbags, bench, rubber mats, carpet
mats, snow chains, blind, tailgate
bicycle carrier.
Other accessories
These accessories and parts, having been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety, are all adapted to your vehicle. A
wide range of recommended accessories
and genuine parts is available.
Range of trade equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessory catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
which should preferably be fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Separation partitions and grilles,
smooth, planed wood protective liner
with non-slip floor.
Protective grilles.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:
Equipment
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WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS
These values, expressed in kg, can be
found on the manufacturer's VIN plate
or label.
The maximum weights and towed
loads for your vehicle can be found on
the vehicle's registration certificate. The recommended nose weight is
the downward force on the towball
(removable with or without tools).
In each country, it is imperative that
the maximum towed loads authorised
by local legislation are complied
with. To find out your vehicle's towing
capacities and its gross train weight,
consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
The kerb weight is equal to the weight
without load + driver (75 kg) + fuel tank
filled to 90%.
The GTW and towed load values
indicated are valid up to a maximum
altitude of 1000 metres. The value of
the towed load mentioned must be
reduced by 10 % for each additional
1000 metres.
With load transfer, the braked trailer
weight can be increased, on condition
that the equivalent of this load is
removed from the vehicle so that the
GTW is not exceeded. High ambient temperatures
may result in a reduction in the
performance of the vehicle in
order to protect the engine. When
the ambient temperature is higher
than 37 °C, limit the towed weight.
The location of the manufacturer's
plate is given in chapter 9,
"Identification markings" section.
ENGINE CHARACTERISTICS
The engine characteristics (capacity,
maximum power, maximum power
speed, fuel, CO
2 emissions...) for your
vehicle are given in the registration
certificate.
These characteristics correspond
to the values type-approved
on a test bed, under conditions
defined in European legislation
(Directive
1999/99/EC).
For more information, refer to the
manufacturer's website or sales
brochure for the model. Contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop. GVW: gross vehicle weight, the
maximum authorised weight.
GTW: gross train weight, the maximum
weight for vehicle plus trailer.
Towing with a lightly loaded
vehicle can adversely affect road
holding.
Towing a trailer increases braking
distances.
When towing, the maximum permitted
speed is reduced (comply with the
legislation in force in the country).
TECHNICAL DATA
9
Weights
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IDENTIFICATION MARKINGS
A. Manufacturer's plate.C. Tyres and paint colour code.
B. Serial number.
This is located on the right-hand
middle pillar.
1 - VF Type serial number.
2 - Gross vehicle weight (GVW).
3 - Gross train weight (GTW).
4.1 - Maximum weight on front axle.
4.2 - Maximum weight on rear axle. This is engraved on the front right
wheelarch.
The label C, on the front door gives:
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the wheel and tyre sizes,
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the tyre pressures, laden and
unladen
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the tyre pressure for the spare
wheel,
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the paint colour code.The tyre pressures should be
checked when the tyres are cold,
at least once a month.
Identification markings
