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The sound emitted by the speaker (front or
rear) locates the obstacle in relation to the
vehicle, in front or behind.
Deactivation/activation of
the front and rear parking
sensors
The system is deactivated in the
Vehicle/Driving menu, then the
Driving functions tab of the touch
screen.
F
P
ress this button. The indicator
lamp in the button comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the function.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
The function will be automatically
deactivated when connecting a trailer or a
bicycle carrier on a towing device installed
in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
The parking sensors are deactivated while the
Park Assist system is measuring a space.
For more information on Park Assist , refer to
the corresponding section.
Operating limits
- Certain obstacles located in the sensors’ blind spots may not be detected or no
longer be detected during the manoeuvre.
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S
ounds such as those emitted by noisy
vehicles and machinery (e.g. lorries,
pneumatic drills, etc.) may inter fere with the
vehicle's sensors.
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ertain materials (fabrics) absorb sound
waves: pedestrians may not be detected.
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A
ccumulated snow or dead leaves on the
road sur face can inter fere with the vehicle's
sensors.
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A f
ront or rear impact to the vehicle can
distort the settings of the sensors, which is
not always detected by the system: distance
measurements may be incorrect.
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T
he tilting of the vehicle if the boot is
very loaded can affect the distance
measurements.
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T
he sensors may be affected by poor
weather conditions (heavy rain, thick fog,
snowfall, etc.).
Maintenance
recommendations
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.
High pressure jet wash
When washing your vehicle, keep the
lance at least 12 inches (30
cm) away from
the sensors.
Operating fault
On engaging reverse gear:
This warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and/or a message
appears, accompanied by an audible
signal.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Driving

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During a bay parking manoeuvre, the Park
Assist system is automatically deactivated
once the rear of the vehicle is within 20
inches (50 cm) of an obstacle.
During parking and exit from parking
manoeuvres, the Reversing Camera
function may come into operation. It
facilitates monitoring of the surroundings
of the vehicle, by displaying additional
information in the instrument panel.
For more information on the Reversing
Camera , refer to the corresponding
section.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by pressing the
control.
The system is deactivated automatically:
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o
n switching off the ignition,
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i
f the engine stalls,
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i
f no manoeuvre is per formed within
5
minutes of selecting the type of
manoeuvre
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fter a prolonged stop of the vehicle during
a manoeuvre,
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i
f the wheel anti-slip regulation (ASR) is
triggered, This symbol is displayed on the touch
screen and a message appears,
accompanied by an audible signal.
The driver should then take back control of the
vehicle's steering.
If the system is deactivated during a
manoeuvre, the driver should reactivate it to
repeat the measurement.
Deactivation
The system is switched off automatically:
- w hen towing a trailer,
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i
f the driver's door is opened,
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i
f the speed of the vehicle is above 43 mph
(70


km/h).
To switch the system off for a prolonged period,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Operating faults
Depending on version:
This warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and a message appears,
accompanied by an audible signal.
In the event of a fault with the
power steering, this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by a message.
If the lateral distance between your vehicle and the
space is too great, the system may not be able to
measure the space.
Anything projecting beyond the dimensions of the
vehicle (long or wide load) is not taken into account
by the Park Assist system during a manoeuvre.
In bad weather or in winter, ensure that
the sensors are not covered by road dirt,
ice or snow.
In the event of a fault, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Tyre under-inflation
detection
This system automatically monitors the tyre
pressure while driving.
The system monitors the pressure in all four
tyres, once the vehicle is moving.
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i

f the speed of the vehicle exceeds the
stated limit,
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hen the driver interrupts movement of the
steering wheel,
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a

fter 4

manoeuvre cycles,
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o

n opening the driver's door,
-

i

f one of the front wheels encounters an
obstacle.
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Removing
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to release each fixing clip.
Do not forget to remove the very cold
climate screen:
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w

hen the external temperature is greater
than 10°C (example: in summer, etc.),
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n the event of towing,
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a
t speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Towing device
Load distribution
F D istribute 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. The maximum
load which can be towed must be reduced by
10% per 1,000
metres of altitude. Use towing devices and their genuine
harnesses approved by PEUGEOT. It
is recommended that the installation be
per formed by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the towing device is not fitted by
a PEUGEOT dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Certain driving assistance or manoeuvring
assistance functions are automatically
disabled if an approved towing device is
used.
Obser ve the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data

section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (towball)
also includes the use of accessories
(bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
GTi towing
Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a towing
device.
Towing device with towball
Before each use
Check that the towball is correctly fitted,
verifying the follow points:
Hatchback:
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t
he green mark on the locking wheel
is in line with the green mark on the
towball,
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t
he locking wheel is in contact with the
towball (position A ).
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t
he safety lock is on and the key
removed; the locking wheel can no
longer be operated,
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t
he towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by shaking it with your
hand.
SW:
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t
he towball is correctly engaged
(position A ),
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t
he safety lock is on and the key
removed; the trigger can no longer be
operated,
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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 can
detach – accident risk!
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During use
Never release the device with a trailer or
load carrier on the towball.
Never exceed the maximum authorised
weight for the vehicle – the Gross Train
Weight or GTW.
It is essential that the maximum
authorised load be complied with on the
towing device: if it is exceeded, this device
may detach from the vehicle, which is a
serious accident risk.
Check that the trailer lamps work
c o r r e c t l y.
Before setting off, check the adjustment of
the headlamp beam height.
For more information on Headlamp
adjustment, refer to the corresponding
section.
Following use
When travelling without a trailer or load
carrier, the towball must be removed and
the blanking plug inserted in the carrier.
This measure applies particularly where
the towball might obscure visibility of the
number plate or its lighting.Blanking plug
In the event of towing, it is essential to remove
the blanking plug if your vehicle has one.
To do this, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The blanking plug is located behind the
lower air intake grille.
Towing device with
quickly detachable towball
(hatchback)
Presentation
No tools are required to install or remove the
towball on this genuine towing device.
1. Carrier.
2. Protective plug.
3. Connection socket.
4. Safety eye.
5. Detachable towball.
6. Locking/unlocking wheel.
7. Safety key lock.
8. Label to note down the key references.
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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.Apply the label provided to a clearly visible
area, close to the carrier or in the boot.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for any work on the towing
device system.
Towing device with
quickly detachable towball
(SW)
Presentation
F Extract the towball from the bottom of its carrier 1 .
F

R
elease the locking wheel; this
automatically stops in the unlocked position
(position B ).
F

R
efit protective plug 2 to carrier 1 .
F

C
arefully stow the towball in its bag away
from knocks and dirt. No tools are required to install or remove the
towball on this genuine towing device. 1.
Carrier.
2. Protective plug.
3. Safety eye.
4. Connection socket.
5. Detachable towball.
6. Locking/unlocking latch.
7. Locking/unlocking trigger.
8. Safety key lock.
9. Safety lock protective cap.
10. Stowing bag.
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A. Locked position
B. Unlocked position
The latch is positioned to the right.
The trigger is facing towards the rear.
The latch is positioned to the left.
The trigger is facing towards the front. Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving. To find out the towable weights for your
vehicle, consult the "Technical data"
section.
To ensure complete safety while driving
with a Towing device
, refer to the
corresponding section.
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 towing device.
Fitting the towball
F Below the rear bumper, unclip and remove the protective plug from the carrier. F

O
n the towball, push the latch to the left and
hold it in this position.
F
A
t the same time, push the trigger for wards
to unlock the mechanism (position B ).
F
I
nsert the end of the towball into the carrier
and push it as far as it will go.
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Tool kit
This is a set of tools provided with the vehicle.
Its content depends on your vehicle's
equipment:
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t
emporary puncture repair kit,
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spar

e wheel.
Access to the tools
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and may vary depending on
equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
The jack must only be used to change a wheel
with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one supplied
with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to obtain the correct jack for it.
The jack meets European standards, as defined
in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE.
The jack does not require any maintenance.
List of tools
1.Chock to immobilise the vehicle (depending
on equipment).
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box) (depending on equipment).
Used for adapting the wheelbrace to the
special "security" bolts.
3. Removable towing eye.
For more information on Towing the vehicle
and using the removable towing eye, refer to
the corresponding section.
With temporary puncture repair
kit
The tools are stored in the boot under the floor. For more information on the Temporary
puncture repair kit
, refer to the corresponding
section. 4. Temporary puncture repair kit (depending
on equipment).
Contains a 12 V compressor and a
cartridge of sealant to temporarily repair
the wheel and adjust the tyre pressure.
5. Speed limit sticker.
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In the event of a breakdown

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Following reconnection of the battery
Following reconnection of the battery, switch on
the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting to
permit initialisation of the electronic systems. If
minor problems nevertheless persist following
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must yourself reinitialise (depending on
version):
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t
he remote control key,
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t
he electric blind(s),
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etc.The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8
hours).
To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
towing eye.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
To access it:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

r
aise the floor,
F

r
emove the towing eye from the box.
Reconnecting the (+) terminal
Do not force the lever as locking will be
impossible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
F

Ra

ise the lever A fully.
F

R

eplace the open clamp B on the (+)

terminal.
F

P

ush the clamp B fully down.
F

L

ower the lever A to lock the clamp B
.
In the event of a breakdown