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Warning/
indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
+  
+ They light up, 
accompanied by the 
display of the message 
"Parking brake fault".
The parking brake is faulty: 
manual and automatic 
functions may not be working.
When stationary, to immobilise your vehicle:
F
 
P
 ull and hold the control lever for approximately 7   to 15   seconds, until 
the warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel.
If this procedure does not work, you should secure your vehicle as 
follows:
F
 
P
 ark on a   level sur face.
F
 
W
 ith a
 
 manual gearbox, engage a
 
 gear.
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox, select mode P, then put the supplied 
chocks against one of the wheels.
Call on a
  PEUGEOT dealer or a   qualified workshop.
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+
 
 
+ They light up, 
accompanied by the 
display of the message 
"Parking brake fault". 
The parking brake does not 
have the optimum performance 
to park the vehicle in complete 
safety in every situation. You should secure your vehicle as follows:
F
 
P
 ark on a   level sur face.
F
 
W
 ith a
 
 manual gearbox, engage a
 
 gear.
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox, select mode P, then put the supplied 
chocks against one of the wheels.
Call on a
  PEUGEOT dealer or a   qualified workshop.
For more information on the use of the Electric parking brake , refer to the corresponding section. 
Instruments  

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Version with  Keyless Entry and 
Starting
F With a   manual gearbox , place the gear 
lever in neutral then fully depress the clutch 
pedal.
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox , select 
position P,  then fully depress the brake 
pedal. F
 
S
 witch on the ignition by pressing the 
" START/STOP " button.
The electronic key is now fully operational 
again.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact 
a   PEUGEOT dealer or a   qualified workshop 
without delay.
Central locking
This function allows the doors and boot to be 
locked or unlocked simultaneously from inside 
the vehicle.
Manual mode
Locking
F Press this button to lock the  vehicle.
The red indicator lamp in the button 
comes on.
If one of the doors is open, the central 
locking from the inside does not take 
place.
Unlocking
F Press this button again to unlock  the vehicle.
The red indicator lamp in the button 
goes off.
When locking/deadlocking from the 
outside
When the vehicle is locked or deadlocked 
from the outside, the red indicator lamp 
flashes and the button is inactive.
F
 
A
fter normal locking, pull one of the 
interior door controls to unlock the 
vehicle.
F
 
A
fter deadlocking, it is necessary to 
use the remote control, 
 
K
 eyless Entry 
and Starting or the integral key to 
unlock the vehicle.
Automatic mode
This is the automatic central locking of the 
vehicle when driving, also called anti-intrusion 
s e c u r i t y.
For more information on Anti-intrusion 
security , refer to the corresponding section.
F
 
P
ress the closed padlock button for a
 
few 
seconds.
F
 
S
witch off the ignition and remove the key 
from the switch.
The remote control is now fully operational 
again.
F
 
P
lace the mechanical key (integral with the 
remote control) in the lock to unlock your 
vehicle.
F
 P
lace the electronic key against the back-up 
reader on the steering column and hold it 
there until the ignition is switched on.
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You can deactivate the ASR 
and DSC systems by turning 
the knob to the "OFF" position.
Recommendations
Your vehicle is designed principally to 
drive on tarmac roads but it allows you to 
occasionally drive on other less passable 
terrain.
However, it does not permit off-road 
driving such as:
-
 
c
rossing and driving on terrain which 
could damage the underbody or strip 
away components (fuel pipe, fuel 
cooler, etc.) due to obstacles or stones 
in particular,
-
 
d
riving on terrain with steep gradients 
and poor grip,
-
 
c
rossing a   stream.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer 
act on the engine operation or the brakes 
in the event of an involuntary change of 
trajectory.
These systems are reactivated 
automatically from 31
  mph (50   km/h) or 
every time the ignition is switched on.Hill Assist Descent 
Control
System that provides assistance when 
descending on loose or soft sur faces (gravel, 
mud, etc.) or a
  steep gradient.
This system reduces the risk of slip or loss 
of control of the vehicle when descending, 
whether going forward or in reverse.
During a
  descent, it assists the driver in 
maintaining a
 
constant speed, depending 
on the gear engaged, while progressively 
releasing the brakes.
For the system to activate, the slope must 
be greater than 5%.
The system can be used with the gearbox 
in neutral.
Otherwise engage a
 
gear corresponding 
to the speed to prevent the engine stalling.
With an automatic gearbox, the system 
can be used with the selector at N , D or R.
When the system is regulating, the Active 
Safety Brake system is automatically 
deactivated. The system is not available:
-
 
i
 f the speed of the vehicle is above 
43   mph (70   km/h),
-  i f the speed of the vehicle is being 
controlled by the Adaptive cruise 
control with Stop function, depending 
on the type of gearbox.
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The system's status is not saved when the 
ignition is switched off.
The driver can select the system when 
the engine is running, when the vehicle is 
stationary or moving at speeds up to approx. 
31
  mph (50   km/h).
F
 
T
 o select the system, at a   speed 
below 31
  mph (50   km/h), 
press this button until its green 
indicator lamp comes on; this 
warning lamp comes on in grey 
in the instrument panel.
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F When the vehicle begins its descent, you can release the accelerator and brake 
pedals; the system regulates the speed:
-
 
i
 f the gearbox is in first or 
second gear, the speed 
decreases and the warning lamp 
flashes rapidly,
-
 
i
 f the gearbox is in neutral or if 
the clutch pedal is depressed, 
the speed decreases and the 
warning lamp flashes slowly; 
in this case, the maintained 
descent speed is lower. You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal 
again at any time.Switching off
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the system, this 
w arning lamp comes on in green, 
accompanied by the display of 
a
  message in the instrument panel.
F
 
T
he system becomes active 
at a
 
speed below 19
 
mph 
(30
 
km/h); this warning lamp 
comes on in green in the 
instrument panel.
During a
 
descent, with the vehicle stationary, if 
you release the accelerator and brake pedals, 
the system will release the brakes to set the 
vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when 
the system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 19
 
mph (30
 
km/h), 
regulation is paused automatically, the warning 
lamp goes back to grey in the instrument panel, 
but the indicator lamp in the button remains on.
Regulation resumes automatically when the 
speed falls below 19
 
mph (30
 
km/h) again, if the 
slope and pedal release conditions are met. F
 
P
ress this button until its indicator lamp 
goes off; the indicator goes off in the 
instrument panel.
Above 43
  mph (70   km/h), the system is 
automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in 
the button goes off.
Have it checked by a
  PEUGEOT dealer or 
a
 
qualified workshop.
Seat belts
Front seat belts
The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic 
p retensioning and force limiting system.
This system improves safety in the front 
seats in the event of a
  front or side impact. 
Depending on the severity of the impact, the 
pretensioning system instantly tightens the seat 
belts against the body of the occupants.
The pretensioning seat belts are active when 
the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pressure of the 
seat belt on the chest of the occupant, thus 
improving their protection.
Fastening
F Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the  buckle. 
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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain 
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your 
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to 
react at any time to any eventuality.
As a  safety measure, the driver should only 
carry out any operations that require close 
attention when the vehicle is stationary.
On a
  long journey, a break every two hours is 
strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate 
the need to brake and increase the distance 
from other vehicles.
Never leave the engine running in 
an enclosed area without adequate 
ventilation: internal combustion engines 
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon 
monoxide. There is a
  risk of poisoning and 
death!
In very severe wintry conditions 
(temperatures below -23°C), to guarantee 
correct operation and the longevity of 
the mechanical elements of your vehicle, 
engine and gearbox, the engine must be 
left running for 4
  minutes before driving.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake applied 
– Risk of overheating and damage to the 
braking system!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle 
is very hot, even several minutes after 
switching off the engine, never park or run 
the engine on inflammable sur faces (dry 
grass, fallen leaves, etc.): Risk of fire!
Never leave a  vehicle unsuper vised with 
the engine running. If you have to leave 
your vehicle with the engine running, apply 
the parking brake and put the gearbox into 
neutral or position N or P , depending on 
the type of gearbox.
Driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded 
roads, as this could cause serious damage 
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the 
electrical systems of your vehicle. If you are obliged to drive through water:
-
 
c
 heck that the depth of water does not 
exceed 15   cm, taking account of waves that 
might be generated by other users,
-  
d
 eactivate the Stop & Start function,
-  
d
 rive as slowly as possible without stalling. 
Under no circumstances exceed 6   mph 
(10
 
 km/h),
-  
d
 o not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as 
circumstances allow, make several light brake 
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle, 
contact a   PEUGEOT dealer or a   qualified 
workshop.
In case of towing
Driving with a trailer places greater 
d emands on the towing vehicle and 
requires extra care from the driver.
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Once the state of charge of the battery drops 
to the reser ve level, the system switches to 
energy economy mode: the power supply is 
cut off automatically to preser ve the remaining 
battery charge.Switching off the engine leads to a
  loss of 
braking assistance.
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key 
or the remote control, which would weigh 
down on its blade in the ignition switch 
and could cause a
 
malfunction.
Starting the engine
Parking brake applied:
F W ith a   manual gearbox , place the gear 
lever in neutral then depress the clutch 
pedal fully.
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox , place the gear 
selector in mode N or P then depress the 
brake pedal fully. 
F
 
I
 nsert the key into the ignition switch; the 
system recognises the code.
F
 
U
 nlock the steering column by 
simultaneously turning the steering and the 
key. In certain cases, you may have to apply 
significant force to move the steering 
wheel (wheels on full lock, for example).
F  
With a petrol engine
, o perate the starter 
motor by turning the key to position 3   without 
pressing the accelerator pedal, until the 
engine starts. Once the engine is running, 
release the key.
With petrol engines , after a   cold start, 
preheating the catalytic converter can 
cause clearly-felt engine vibrations when 
stationary, with the engine running, for 
anything up to two minutes (accelerated 
idle speed).
F
 
W
 ith a   Diesel engine , turn the key to 
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the engine 
pre-heating system.
Wait until this warning lamp goes off 
in the instrument panel then operate 
the starter motor by turning the key 
to position 3
  without pressing the 
accelerator pedal, until the engine 
starts. Once the engine is running, 
release the key. In wintry conditions, the warning lamp 
can stay on for a
  longer period. When the 
engine is hot, the warning lamp does not 
come on.
If the engine does not start straight away, 
switch off the ignition. Wait a   few moments 
before operating the starter motor again. 
If the engine does not start after several 
attempts, do not keep trying: you risk 
damaging the starter motor or the engine. 
Contact a   PEUGEOT dealer or a   qualified 
workshop.
In temperate conditions, do not let the 
engine idle to warm up but move off 
straight away and drive at moderate 
speed.
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Switching off the engine
F Stop the vehicle.
F  W ith the engine running in idle, turn the key 
to position 1 .
F
 
R
 emove the key from the ignition switch.
F
 
T
 o lock the steering column, turn the 
steering wheel until it locks.
To facilitate unlocking of the steering 
column, it is recommended that the 
wheels be returned to the straight ahead 
position before switching off the engine. F
 
C
 heck that the parking brake is correctly 
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
Never switch off the ignition before the 
vehicle is at a   complete stop. With the 
engine off, the braking and steering 
assistance systems are also cut off: risk of 
loss of control of the vehicle.
When you leave the vehicle, keep the key 
with you and lock the vehicle.Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1 
- Stop ), for a
  maximum of 30   minutes you 
can still use functions such as the audio and 
telematic system, the wipers, dipped beam 
headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc.
For more information on Energy 
economy mode , refer to the 
corresponding section. Key left in
If the key has been left in the ignition 
switch at position 2 (Ignition on)
, the 
ignition will be switched off automatically 
after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key 
to position 1 (Stop) , then back to  
position 2 (Ignition on) .
Starting/Switching off the 
engine with 
 
K
 eyless Entry 
and Starting
Starting the engine
F With a   manual gearbox , put the gear lever 
into neutral.
F
 
W
 ith the electronic key inside the vehicle, 
fully depress the clutch pedal.
Never leave the engine running in 
an enclosed area without adequate 
ventilation: internal combustion engines 
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon 
monoxide. There is a
 
risk of poisoning and 
death!
In very extreme wintry conditions 
(temperature below -23°C), to guarantee 
correct operation and the longevity of 
the mechanical elements of your vehicle, 
engine and gearbox, the engine must be 
left running for 4
 
minutes before starting 
the vehicle. 
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The presence of the  Keyless Entry and 
Starting electronic key in the recognition 
zone is essential.
If the electronic key is not detected in this 
zone, a message is displayed.
Move the electronic key into this zone so 
that the engine can be started.
If there is still a
  problem, refer to the "Key 
not detected – Back-up starting" section.
F
 
P
 ress the "START/STOP " 
button while maintaining 
pressure on the pedal until the 
engine starts.
For Diesel engines , when the temperature is 
negative and/or the engine is cold, the start 
will only take place once the preheater warning 
lamp is off. F
 
W
 ith a   manual gearbox
, you should keep 
the clutch pedal fully depressed until the 
warning lamp goes off and not press the 
" START/STOP " button again until the 
engine is running.
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox, you should 
keep the brake pedal fully depressed until 
the warning lamp goes off and not press 
the " START/STOP " button again until the 
engine is running.
If one of the starting conditions is not met, 
a reminder message is displayed in the 
instrument panel.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn 
the steering wheel slightly while pressing the 
" START/STOP " button to assist unlocking of 
the steering column; a message warns you 
when this is needed.
or
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox
, place the gear 
selector in mode P or N .
F
 
W
 ith the electronic key inside the vehicle, 
fully depress the brake pedal.
The steering column unlocks and the engine 
starts.
On certain versions with the EAT8   automatic 
gearbox, the steering column does not lock. If this warning lamp comes on after 
pressing the "
START/STOP " button:
With petrol engines , after a
  cold start, 
preheating the catalytic converter can 
cause clearly-felt engine vibrations for 
anything up to 2
  minutes while stationary 
with the engine running (accelerated idle 
speed). As a
  safety measure, never leave the 
vehicle while the engine is running.Switching off the engine
F Immobilise the vehicle, engine at idle.
F  W ith a   manual gearbox , put the gear lever 
into neutral.
or
F
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox , place the gear 
selector in mode P or N .
F
 
W
 ith the electronic key inside the vehicle, 
press the " START/STOP " button.
The engine stops and the steering column 
locks.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn 
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
On certain versions with the EAT8
  automatic 
gearbox, the steering column does not lock.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the 
engine will not stop.
Never leave your vehicle with the 
electronic key still inside.
Switching off the engine leads to a
  loss of 
braking assistance.
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