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List of warning and indicator lamps
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Actions/Observations
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOPFixed, associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by the
display of a message
and an audible signal. Indicates a serious fault with the
engine, braking system, power
steering, automatic gearbox or a
major electrical fault.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Engine oil
pressure Fixed.
There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Brakes Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. Carry out (1), then top up with brake fluid that complies
with the manufacturer's recommendations. If the
problem persists, carry out (2).
+ Fixed.
The electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) system is faulty. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released.
Electric parking
brake Flashing.
The electric parking brake is not
applied automatically.
The application/release is faulty. Carry out (1) on level ground (horizontally).
-

w
ith a manual gearbox, with a gear engaged.
-

w
ith an automatic gearbox, with the lever in
position P .
Then carry out (2).
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Warning/indicator lampState CauseActions/Observations
+
+ SCR emissions
control system
Fixed when the ignition is switched
on, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message. A fault with the SCR emissions
control system has been detected.
This alert disappears once the
exhaust emissions return to normal
levels.
AdBlue® warning lamp flashing, on
switching on the ignition, associated
with the fixed Ser vice and engine
diagnostic warning lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message
indicating the remaining driving range.Depending on the message
displayed, you can continue driving
for up to 685
miles (1,100 km) before
the engine starting prevention system
is triggered. Carry out (3) as soon as possible to
avoid breaking down
.
AdBlue
® warning lamp flashing,
on switching on the ignition,
associated with the fixed Ser vice and
engine diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message. An engine immobiliser prevents
the engine from restarting (over
the authorised driving limit after
confirmation of a fault with the
emissions control system).
To restart the engine, carry out (2).
Distance Alert/
Active Safety
Brake * Fixed, accompanied by a message.
The system has been deactivated via
the vehicle configuration menu.
*

O

nly with display screen 2 .Flashing.
The system is operating.The vehicle brakes briefly so as to
reduce the speed of collision with the
vehicle ahead.
Fixed, accompanied by a message
and an audible signal. The system has a fault.
Carry out (3).
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Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
This system improves the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking and
contributes towards improved control on corners, in
particular on poor or slippery road sur faces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The EBFD manages the braking pressure wheel by
wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
(EBA)
In an emergency, this system permits the
optimum braking pressure to be reached
more quickly, therefore reducing the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. The effect of this is
a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and
an increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
The ASR system (also known as Traction Control)
optimises traction in order to limit 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, the DSC 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.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
Depending on the version, your vehicle has
a system allowing control of the vehicle to be
retained when towing a trailer, so as to avoid
the risk of snaking.
Intelligent traction control
system
Depending on version, your vehicle has a
system to help driving on snow: intelligent
traction control.
This system detects situations of poor sur face
grip that could make it difficult to move off
or make progress on deep fresh snow or
compacted snow.
In these situations, the intelligent traction
control limits the amount of wheel spin to
provide the best traction and trajectory control
for your vehicle. The use of snow tyres is strongly
recommended on sur faces offering low
levels of grip.
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp indicates that there is a fault
with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed.
If these warning lamps come on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, this indicates a
fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.
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When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal.
If you need to brake in an emergency,
press the brake pedal ver y firmly and
keep the pressure applied.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)/
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
These systems are activated automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
As soon as they detect a problem of grip or
trajectory, these systems act on the operation
of the engine and brakes.This is indicated by this warning
lamp flashing in the instrument
panel.
Deactivation/reactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
these systems, so that the wheels can move
freely and regain grip.
With audio system and GT/GTi versions
F

P
ress this button to deactivate
the DSC and ASR.
With touch screen, except GT/GTi versions F

Sel
ect "Traction control" in the
Driving functions menu of the
touch screen to deactivate the
ASR.
Malfunction
Illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by the display of a
message and an audible signal,
indicates a fault with the system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the systems checked.
Deactivation is confirmed by the illumination
of this warning lamp in the instrument panel,
the display of a message as well as the
illumination of the indicator lamp in the button.
Reactivate the system(s) when grip conditions
allow.
The system(s) reactivate(s) automatically each
time the ignition is switched back on or from
31
mph (50 km/h) (except GT and GTi versions).
Below 31
mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate it /
them manually.
With audio system and GT/GTi versions
F
P
ress this button again to
reactivate the DSC and ASR.
With touch screen, except GT/GTi versions F

Sel
ect "Traction control" again
in the Driving functions menu
of the touch screen to reactivate
the function.
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ASR/DSC
These systems offer increased safety
in normal driving, but they should not
encourage the driver to take extra risks or
drive at high speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain,
snow, ice) that the risk of loss of grip
increases. It is therefore important for your
safety to keep these systems activated in
all conditions, and particularly in difficult
conditions.
The correct operation of these
systems depends on obser vation of
the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding as much the wheels (tyres and
rims), braking and electronic components
as the assembly and repair procedures
used by PEUGEOT dealers.
The use of snow tyres is recommended,
in order to be able to benefit from the
efficiency of these systems in winter
conditions.
In this case, it is essential to equip the
four wheels with tyres approved for your
vehicle.Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of
the vehicle or trailer swaying.
Operation
The system is activated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability control (ESC) must not
have any faults.
If the system detects oscillations (snaking) in
the movement of the trailer at speeds between
37 and 99 mph (60 and 160 km/h), it acts
on the brakes to stabilise the trailer and, if
necessary, reduces the engine power to slow
down the vehicle.
The correction is signalled by the
flashing of this indicator lamp in the
instrument panel and illumination of
the brake lamps.
For information on the weights and towed
loads, refer to the "Technical data" section or
the registration certificate for your vehicle.
To ensure complete safety while driving with
a To w b a r d e v i c e , refer to the corresponding
section.
Malfunction
Should a fault occur with the system,
this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
the display of a message and an
audible signal.
If you continue to tow a trailer, reduce your
speed and drive carefully!
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
The trailer stability assist system
offers increased safety in normal
driving conditions, provided that the
recommendations on towing a trailer are
obser ved. It must not encourage the driver
to take additional risks, such as towing
a trailer in adverse operating conditions
(overloading, failure to obser ve the trailer
nose weight, worn or under-inflated tyres,
faulty braking system, etc.), or to drive at
too high a speed.
In certain cases, the swaying of the trailer
may not be detected by the ESC system,
particularly with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor sur faces,
the system may not be able to prevent
sudden swaying of the trailer.
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F If this warning lamp and the STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
New vehicle
Do not pull a trailer before having driven at least
approximately 620


miles (1,000

kilometres).
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 Headlamp
adjustment , refer to the corresponding
section. Certain driving or manoeuvring aid
functions are automatically disabled if an
approved towing system is used.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has
a special code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few minutes
after the ignition is switched off, and prevents
the engine being started by anyone who does
not have the key.
In the event of a fault, you are informed
by illumination of this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a message in the
screen.
In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
Keep safely, away from your vehicle, the
label attached to the keys given to you
when you purchased your vehicle.
Starting/Switching off the
engine, remote control
key
Place the gear lever into neutral.
Ignition switch
1.Stop position.
2. Ignition on position.
3. Starting position.
Starting with the key
The parking brake must be applied.
F

W

ith a manual gearbox, in neutral, fully
depress the clutch pedal.
F

W

ith an automatic gearbox, in mode P or N ,
fully depress the brake pedal.
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The steering mounted controls do not
allow neutral to be selected and reverse
gear to be engaged or disengaged.
Displays on the instrument panel
P.Parking
R. Reverse
N. Neutral
D. Drive (automatic operation)
S. Sport programme
T . Snow
programme
1 to 6. Gear engaged during manual operation
-. Instruction not accepted in manual
operation.
Starting the vehicle
F With your foot on the brake, select
position P or N .
When you move the gear selector in the gate
to select a position, the corresponding symbol
appears in the instrument panel.
F
S
tart the engine.
If the conditions are not met, there is an audible
signal, accompanied by a message on the
instrument panel screen.
F
W
ith the engine running, press the brake
pedal.
F
R
elease the parking brake, unless it is
programmed to automatic mode.
F
Sel
ect position R
, D or M.
F
G
radually release the brake pedal.
The vehicle moves off immediately.
If position N is selected inadvertently while
driving, allow the engine to return to idle,
then select position D to accelerate.
If position R , D or M is selected when the
engine is running at idle, with the brakes
released, the vehicle moves even without
the accelerator being pressed.
Never leave children unsuper vised inside
the vehicle with the engine running.
When carrying out maintenance with the
engine running, apply the parking brake
and select position P .
Automatic operation
F Select position D for automatic changing of
the six gears.
The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive
mode, without any inter vention on the part
of the driver. It continuously selects the most
suitable gear according to the style of driving,
the profile of the road and the load in the
vehicle.
For maximum acceleration without touching
the selector, press the accelerator fully down
(kick-down). The gearbox changes down
automatically or holds the gear selected until
the maximum engine speed is reached.
When braking, the gearbox changes down
automatically to provide effective engine
braking.
For better safety, the gearbox will not change
up if you release the accelerator sharply.
Never select position N while the vehicle is
moving.
Never select position P or R unless the vehicle
is completely stationary.
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With the engine running and the brakes
released, if R, D or M is selected, the
vehicle moves off, even without pressing
the accelerator pedal.
Never leave children unsuper vised in the
vehicle when the engine is running.
Never press the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time – Risk of damage
to the gearbox!
In the event of a battery failure, you
must place the chock supplied with the
vehicle tools against one of the wheels to
immobilise the vehicle.
General information
To unlock the gearbox:
- f rom mode P :
F

f
ully depress the brake pedal,
F
press the Unlock button,
F

s
elect another mode while continuing to
press the brake pedal and the Unlock
button.
-

f
rom the neutral position N , at a speed
below 3
mph (5 km/h):
F

f
ully depress the brake pedal,
F

s
elect another mode while continuing to
press the brake pedal. To select reverse:
F

s
low down until you come to a stop,
F
w
ith your foot on the brake pedal, press the
Unlock button,
F
s
elect mode R while continuing to press the
brake pedal and the Unlock button.
To select manual mode:
F
w
hile having mode D selected in advance,
F
p
ress button M
; the indicator lamp in the
button comes on.
To quit manual mode:
F
p
ush for wards once to go back to D
.
or
F
p
ress button M
; the indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
To switch off the ignition, the vehicle must
be stationary.
Changing to free-wheel
To put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode with
the engine switched off:
F

w
ith the vehicle stationary and the engine
running, select N ,
F

s
witch off the engine,
F

w
ithin five seconds, switch the ignition on
again,
F

w
ith the foot on the brake pedal, push the
selector for ward or back once to confirm N
and manually release the electric parking
brake,
F

s
witch off the ignition.If you open the driver's door when mode N
is engaged, an audible signal will sound. It
will stop when you close the driver's door
again.
Special aspects of automatic
mode
If you exceed the time limit of five seconds,
the gearbox engages mode P
; you should then
restart the procedure.
The gearbox selects the gear that offers
optimum per formance, taking account of the
exterior temperature, the profile of the road, the
load on the vehicle and the style of driving.
For maximum acceleration without touching the
selector, push the accelerator to the floor (kick-
down). The gearbox shifts down automatically
or holds the gear selected until the maximum
engine speed is reached.
The steering mounted controls allow the driver
to temporarily select a gear, if the vehicle
speed and engine speed permit.
Special aspects of manual mode
The change from one gear to another takes
place only if the vehicle speed and engine
speed permit.
Driving