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Reinitialising the electric
windows
Following reconnection of the battery, the
safety anti-pinch function must be reinitialised.
The safety anti-pinch function is not active
during these operations.
For each window:
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b
ring the window down completely,
then bring it back up. It will go up by a
few centimetres each time. Repeat the
operation until the window is fully closed,
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c
ontinue to pull the switch for at least one
second after reaching the window closed
position. In the event of contact (pinching) during
operation of the windows, you must
reverse the movement of the window.
To
do this, press the switch concerned.
When operating the passenger electric
window switches, the driver must ensure
that nothing is preventing correct closing
of the windows.
The driver must ensure that the
passengers use the electric windows
c o r r e c t l y.
Be particularly aware of children when
operating the windows.
Be aware of passengers or other persons
present when closing the windows using
the electronic key or the "Keyless Entry
and Starting" system.
Before any change of or operation on the
battery, slightly lower the four windows.
Panoramic sunroof
The panoramic sunroof consists of a movable
glass that slides over the roof and a blind that
can be opened independently. Opening the roof
automatically opens the blind.
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o operate the panoramic sunroof and its
blind, use the buttons in the roof console.
A. Sunroof blind control
B. Panoramic sunroof control
The sunroof or blind can be operated when the
ignition is turned on (if the battery is charged
enough), with the engine running, in STOP
mode of Stop & Start, and up to 45
seconds
after turning off the ignition of after locking the
vehicle.
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Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the intensity of the heating as
soon as possible.
When the seat and passenger
compartment have reached an adequate
temperature, you can stop the function;
reducing the consumption of electrical
current reduces fuel consumption.Prolonged use is not recommended for
those with sensitive skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness,
taking medication, etc.).
There is a risk of overheating the system if
material with insulating properties is used,
such as cushions or seat covers.
Do not use the system:
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f wearing damp clothing,
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f child seats are fitted.
To avoid breaking the heating element in
the seat:
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d
o not place heavy objects on the seat,
- d o not kneel or stand on the seat,
- d o not place sharp objects on the seat,
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d
o not spill liquids onto the seat.
To avoid the risk of short-circuit:
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d
o not use liquid products for cleaning
the seat,
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ever use the heating function when
the seat is damp.
Multipoint massage
System with a choice of type of massage and
adjustment of its intensity.
This system operates with the engine running,
as well as in STOP mode of Stop & Start.
Activation/Settings
The massage settings are adjusted in the touch
screen. The multipoint massages are
also managed by the i-Cockpit®
Amplify
function.
For more information on the i-Cockpit®
Amplify function , refer to the corresponding
section. From the front seat:
F
P
ress this button; its green
indicator lamp comes on.
The settings page is displayed on the touch
screen with the last memorised settings.
If the settings suit you and you make no
changes, the display returns to its previous
state, and the function activates immediately.
Seats must be adjusted one after another,
starting with the driver's seat.
Switching on
F Press the button corresponding to your seat.
F E ach press changes the level of heating; the
corresponding number of indicator lamps
come on orange (1 = low, 2 = medium,
3
= high).
Switching off
F Press the button again until all the indicator lamps are off.
The state of the system stays in the memory
when the ignition is switched off. The system is switched on, either directly using
the button on the front seat, or by activating a
personalised ambience with the i-Cockpit®
Amplify
function.
If you want to modify the settings:
F
b
egin with the driver’s seat.
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elect a massage intensity from the three
levels offered: " 1" (Low), " 2" (Normal) or " 3"
(High).
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s
elect another type of massage from the
ones offered.
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ait for the driver seat settings page to
disappear.
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Folding
F From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote control or the Keyless Entry and
Starting.
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F
rom inside: with the ignition on, pull
the control A from the central position
rearwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A ,
they will not unfold when the vehicle is
unlocked. Pull again on control A .
Unfolding
F From outside: unlock the vehicle using the
remote control or the Keyless Entry and
Starting system.
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F
rom inside: with the ignition on, pull control
A from the central position rear wards.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
System which automatically tilts the mirrors
downwards to assist with parking manoeuvres
in reverse gear.
With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They return to their initial position:
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a f
ew seconds after coming out of reverse
g e a r,
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o
nce the speed of the vehicle exceeds
6
mph (10 km/h),
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n switching off the engine.This function is activated/deactivated
via the " Vehicle settings " tab in the
Driving/Vehicle menu of the touch
screen.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Automatic "electrochrome"
model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between day and night use by means
of a sensor measuring the light coming from the
rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
The automatic folding and unfolding of the
door mirrors with the remote control can
be set in the Driving/Vehicle
menu of the
touch screen.
If necessary, the mirrors can be folded
manually.
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Wireless smartphone
charger
It allows the wireless charging of a portable
device, such as a smartphone, using the
principle of magnetic induction, based on the
Qi 1.1 standard.
The portable device to be charged must be
compatible with the Qi standard, either by
design or by using a compatible holder or shell.
The charging zone is identified by the
Qi


symbol.
Operation
The charger works with the engine running and
in STOP mode of Stop & Start.
Charging is managed by the smartphone.
For versions with Keyless Entry and Starting,
operation of the charger may be interrupted
when opening a door or switching off the
ignition.
Charging
F First ensure that the charging zone is clear of other articles.
F

P
lace a portable device in the middle of the
charging zone.
The system only supports charging one
portable device at a time.
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nce the portable device is detected, the
charge indicator lamp comes on in green.
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harging of the portable device's battery
then starts.
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nce the portable device's battery is fully
charged, the charge indicator lamp goes off.
Do not leave any metal objects (coins,
keys, vehicle remote control, etc.) in
the charging area while a device is
being charged – risk of overheating or
interrupting the charging process!
Checking operation
The state of the charge indicator lamp allows
the operation of the charger to be monitored. Charge
indicator lamp Meaning
Off Engine switched off.
No compatible portable
device detected.
Charging finished.
Fixed, green Compatible portable
device detected.
Charging.
Flashing,
orange Foreign object detected in
the charging zone.
Portable device not well
centred in the charging
zone.
Fixed, orange Fault with the portable
device's battery meter.
Temperature of the
portable device's battery
too high.
Charger fault.
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In case of towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
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o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towable load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
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f 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 towbar is used.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The keys contain an electronic chip which has
a secret code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
A few seconds after switching off the ignition,
this system locks the engine control system,
therefore preventing the engine from being
started in the event of a break-in.
If the system fails, as reported by a message,
the engine will not start.
Contact the PEUGEOT dealer.
Starting/Switching off the
engine
Starting the engine
F With a manual gearbox , put the gear lever
into neutral.
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The Keyless Entry and Starting electronic
key must be inside the vehicle.
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.
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P
ress the " START/STOP " button while
maintaining pressure on the pedal until the
engine starts.
The steering column unlocks and the engine
starts.
On certain versions with the automatic gearbox
(EAT6/EAT8), the steering column does not
lock.
For Diesel engines , in sub-zero temperatures
and/or when the engine is cold, the start will
only take place once the preheater warning
lamp is off. F

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ith a manual gearbox
, you should keep
the clutch pedal fully depressed and not
press the " START/STOP " button again until
the engine is running.
F
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ith an automatic gearbox
, you should
keep the brake pedal fully depressed 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.
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ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
fully depress the clutch pedal.
or
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ith an automatic gearbox
, select mode P
or N .
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ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
press the brake pedal. 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 noticeable engine vibrations for
up to 2 minutes while stationary with the
engine running (accelerated idle speed).
If the engine stalls, release the clutch
pedal and push it all the way down again,
the engine will restart automatically. 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 , preferably put the
gear lever into neutral.
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ith an automatic gearbox , preferably
select mode P or N .
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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 automatic gearbox
(EAT6/EAT8), the steering column does not
lock, but the gearbox locks in mode P .
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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Switching the ignition on
With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of
charge in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering
column to allow the engine to be started if
the system does not detect the key in the
recognition zone, or when the battery in the
electronic key is discharged.
F
W
ith a manual gearbox , place the gear
lever in neutral then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
F

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ith an automatic gearbox , select
mode
P, then fully depress the brake pedal.
F

P
ress the " START/STOP " button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off
F To confirm the instruction to switch off the engine, press the
"START/STOP " button for about
five seconds.
With the Keyless Entry and Starting electronic
key inside the vehicle, pressing the "
S TA R T/
STOP " button, with no action on the pedals ,
allows the ignition to be switched on.
F
P
ress the "
START/STOP " button, the
instrument panel comes on but the engine
does not start.
F

P

ress this button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked. F
P
lace and hold the remote control against
the reader. When the electronic key is not detected or is
no longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears in the instrument panel when closing
a

door or trying to switch off the engine.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Emergency switch-off
In the event of an emergency only, the engine
can be switched off without conditions (even
when driving).
Press the " START/STOP " button for about five
seconds.
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Special cases
In some situations, you may need to operate
the parking brake manually.
Immobilisation of the vehicle
with the engine running
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine
running, briefly pull the control lever.
Application of the parking brake is confirmed
by illumination of the braking indicator lamp
and the P indicator lamp in the control lever,
accompanied by the display of the message
"Parking brake applied".
Parking the vehicle with the
brake released
In very cold conditions (ice), it is
recommended that the parking brake not
be applied.
To immobilise your vehicle, engage a gear
or fit the chocks against one of the wheels.F

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elease the parking brake manually by
pushing the control lever while keeping your
foot on the brake pedal.
The complete release of the parking brake is
confirmed by the braking indicator lamp and the
P indicator lamp in the control lever going off,
accompanied by the display of the message
"Parking brake released".
F
S
witch off the ignition.
With an automatic gearbox, mode P is
automatically selected when the ignition is
switched off. The wheels are blocked.
For further information on the Automatic
gearbox , particularly in relation to leaving
the vehicle in free-wheeling mode, refer to
the corresponding section.
With an automatic gearbox, when mode
N is engaged, the opening of the driver's
door will cause an audible signal to sound.
It will stop when you close the driver's
door again.
Immobilisation of the vehicle with the
parking brake released.
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witch off the engine.
Illumination of the indicator lamps in the
instrument panel and control lever confirm
the application of the parking brake.
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S
witch on the ignition again, without starting
the engine.
Deactivating automatic
operation
In some situations, for example when it is
extremely cold or during towing (caravan,
recovery), it may be necessary to deactivate
automatic operation of the system.
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tart the engine.
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pply the parking brake with the control
lever, if it is released.
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ake your foot fully off the brake pedal.
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ush and hold the control lever in the
release direction for at least 10 seconds and
no more than 15 seconds.
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elease the control lever.
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ress and hold the brake pedal.
F

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ull the control lever in the application
direction for 2 seconds.
Deactivation of the automatic functions
is confirmed by illumination of this
indicator lamp in the instrument panel.
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