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Turn off the demisting/defrosting of
the rear screen and the side mirrors
(depending on the version) as soon as
you consider it necessary.
Lower energy consumption reduces
fuel consumption.Advice
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
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o ensure that the air is distributed
evenly, keep the external air intake
grilles at the base of the windscreen, the
nozzles, the vents, the air outlets and the
air extractor located in the rear free from
obstructions.
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perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5 to 10
minutes, once or twice a
month to keep it in per fect working order.
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o prevent misting or deteriorating
air quality inside the passenger
compartment, you should not deactivate
the system for too long and avoid
extended operation of the air recirculation
system when driving.
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nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the
filter elements replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment filter. Thanks to
its special active additive, it contributes
to the purification of the air breathed by
the occupants and the cleanliness of the
passenger compartment (reduction of
allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy
deposits). F
T o ensure correct operation of the air
conditioning system, you are also advised
to have it checked regularly according to
the Warranty and Maintenance Record
recommendations.
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f the system does not produce cold air,
switch it off and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep
gradient in high temperatures, switching off
the air conditioning increases the available
engine power and so improves the towing
ability.
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Front windscreen wash
Pull the wiper control stalk towards you. The
windscreen washer and then the wiper operate
for a fixed time.The screenwash jets are not adjustable.
Do not try to move them (risk of damage).
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used for cleaning
or replacement of the wiper blades. It can also
be useful, in winter, to release the wiper blades
from the windscreen.
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perate the wiper stalk within one minute
after switching off the ignition to position the
wiper blades vertically on the windscreen. F

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o park the wiper blades again, switch on
the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.
To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
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andle them with care,
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lean them regularly using soapy
water,
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void using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
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eplace them at the first signs of wear.
Courtesy lamps
A
Courtesy lamps
B Map reading lamps
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If you purchased your vehicle outside the
Brand network, we invite you to have the
configuration of these ser vices checked
and, if desired, have a dealer change it to
suit your wishes. In a multilingual country,
configuration is possible in the official
national language of your choice.
For technical reasons and, in particular,
to improve the quality of "PEUGEOT
CONNECT ser vices" to customers, the
manufacturer reser ves the right to carry
out updates to the vehicle's on-board
communication system.Electronic stability control
(ESC)
A set of the following Electronic Stability
systems:
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nti-lock braking system (ABS) and
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
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ergency braking assistance (EBA),
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heel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction
control,
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ynamic stability control (DSC).
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 EBFD 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.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
This system 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. 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 braking efficiency.
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Malfunction
If this warning lamp on the
instrument panel comes on, you
must contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked. The airbags may
no longer be deployed in the event
of a serious impact.
Lateral airbags
Deployment
Malfunction
If this warning lamp on the
instrument panel comes on, you
must contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked.
The airbags may no longer be deployed in the
event of a serious impact. In the event of a minor impact or bump on
the side of the vehicle or if the vehicle rolls
over, the airbags may not be deployed.
In the event of a rear or front collision,
none of the lateral airbags are deployed.
The front 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
for ward movement.
System that contributes towards improving the
protection of the driver and front passenger in
the event of a serious side impact, in order to
limit the risk of injury to the chest, between the
hip and the shoulder.
Each lateral airbag is fitted in the seat backrest
frame, door side.
They are deployed unilaterally in the event of a serious
side impact applied to all or part of the side impact
zone B
, perpendicular to the longitudinal centreline of
the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from the
outside towards the inside of the vehicle.
The lateral airbag contributes towards the protection
of the front occupant of the vehicle, between the lower
thorax and the head.
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Installing a child seat attached with the seat belt
In accordance with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing child seats secured using a seat belt and universally approved
(a) according to the weight of the child and the seating position in the vehicle.Weight of the child/indicative age
Seat Under 13
kg
(groups 0 (b) a n d 0 +)
Up to about 1 year 9 -18


kg
(g r o u p 1)
1 to 3
years approx15 -25


kg
(group 2)
3 to 6
years approx22-36
kg
(group 3)
6 to 10
years approx
Front passenger seat
without height adjuster (c) (e) U
UUU
Outer rear seats (d) UUUU
Centre rear seat XXXX
(d) When installing a child seat on a rear seat
in a rear ward or for ward facing position,
move the front seat for ward then adjust
the backrest to an upright position to allow
enough room for the child seat and the
child's legs.
(e) When a "rear ward facing" child seat is
installed on the front passenger seat , it
is essential to deactivate the passenger’s
airbag. Otherwise, the child would risk
being seriously injured or killed if the
airbag were deployed . When a "for ward
facing" child seat is installed on the front
passenger seat , the passenger's airbag
must remain activated. Remove and stow the head restraint
before installing a child seat with backrest
on a passenger seat. Refit the head
restraint once the child seat has been
removed.
(a)
Universal child seat: child seat which can
be installed in all vehicles using the seat
belt.
(b) Group 0: birth to 10
kg. Carry-cots and
"car beds" cannot be installed in the front
passenger seat.
(c) Refer to the current legislation in your
country before putting your child in this
seat. U:
Seat suitable for the installation of a
child seat secured using a seat belt and
universally approved, rearward facing and/
or forward facing.
X: Seat position not suitable for installation of
a child seat for the weight class indicated.
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ISOFIX mountings
Your vehicle has been approved in accordance
with the latest ISOFIX regulation.
The seats, shown below, are fitted with ISOFIX
compliant mountings:
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A r
ing B, located under a cover on the back
of the top of the seat backrest, referred to as
the TOP TETHER for fixing the upper strap.
It is indicated by a marking.
The TOP TETHER is used to secure the upper
strap of child seats that have one. This device
limits for ward tipping of the child seat, in the
event of a front impact.
This ISOFIX mounting system ensures fast,
reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in your
vehicle.
The ISOFIX child seats are fitted with two
latches which are easily secured on the two
rings A .
Some also have an upper strap which is
attached to ring B . When installing an ISOFIX child seat on the
right-hand rear seat, before securing the seat,
first move the centre rear seat belt towards the
middle of the vehicle, so as to not inter fere with
the operation of the seat belt.
The incorrect installation of a child seat in
a vehicle compromises the protection of
the child in the event of an accident.
Strictly obser ve the fitting instructions
provided with the child seat.
For information on the options for installing
ISOFIX child seats in your vehicle, refer to the
summary table.
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wo rings A , located between the vehicle
seat backrest and cushion, indicated by a
marking.
There are three rings for each seat:
To secure the child seat to the TOP TETHER:
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ass the child seat strap over the centre of
the vehicle's seat backrest.
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ift the TOP TETHER cover.
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ecure the upper strap fixing to the ring B.
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ighten the upper strap.
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Never select position N while the vehicle
is moving.
Never select position P or R unless the
vehicle is completely stationary.
Reverse gear
When selecting reverse R with the ignition
on, the rear parking sensors are activated
automatically.
For more information on Rear parking
sensors, refer to the corresponding section.
Autonomous traction function
(moving without using the
accelerator)
This function facilitates manoeuvring of the
vehicle at low speed (when parking, in traffic
jams, etc.).
With the engine at idle, parking brake released
and position D , M or R selected, the vehicle
moves as soon as you take your foot off
the brake pedal (even without pressing the
accelerator).
Sport and snow programmes
These two special programmes supplement the
automatic operation in very specific conditions
of use.
Sport programme "S"
For maximum acceleration without touching
the selector, press the accelerator pedal down
fully (kick down). The gearbox changes down
automatically or maintains the gear selected
until the maximum engine speed is reached.
On braking, the gearbox changes down
automatically to provide efficient engine
braking.
If you release the accelerator sharply, the
gearbox will not change to a higher gear for
safety reasons.
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ress button S, after starting the engine.
The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic
style of driving.
S appears in the instrument panel.Snow programme T
F Press the " T" button, after starting the
engine.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery
roads.
This programme improves starting and traction
when grip is poor.
T appears in the instrument panel.
At any time, press the selected button
again to quit the programme engaged and
return to auto-adaptive mode.
Manual operation
F Select position M for sequential changing
of the six gears.
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ove the selector towards the + sign to
change up a gear.
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ove the selector towards the - sign to
change down a gear.
It is only possible to change from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.
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This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the screen which move
progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.
Deactivation/Activation
The function is deactivated or activated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
With audio system
The parking sensors can be
configured in the "Personalisation
– Configuration " menu.
With touch screen
The parking sensors can be
configured in the Driving /Vehicle
menu.
The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed or
a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with
a towbar or bicycle carrier recommended
by PEUGEOT).
Operating fault
In the event of a system fault when
engaging the reverse gear, this
warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel and/or a message
appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop to have the
system checked. In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered with mud, ice or
snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking sensor
system.
Visual assistance
Driving