2019 Peugeot Rifter air condition

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Air conditioning
With the engine running, the air conditioning is
designed to operate effectively in all seasons,
with the windows closed.
It allows you:
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n summer, to lower the temperature,
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o increase the effectiveness of the
demisting in winter, above 3°C.
Air distribution
F Press button 3 successively to direct the air
flow towards:
Air flow
F Press buttons 2 to increase/decrease the air
f low.
The symbol for air flow (a fan) appears. It is
filled in or emptied progressively according to
the value requested.
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ress "
Visibility " button 8

again to stop the
programme.
Or
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ress "
AUTO " button 6

to return to the
automatic comfort programme.
On/of f
F Press button 5 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the air conditioning is in operation, to
cool the air more quickly, you can use interior
air recirculation for a
few moments by pressing
button 4 . Then return to the intake of exterior
a i r.
The air conditioning does not operate
when the air flow adjustment is set to off.
Switching the system off may result in
some discomfort (humidity, misting). -

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he windscreen, the side windows and the
footwells,
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footwells,
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he central vents, the side vents and the
footwells,
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he windscreen, the side windows, the
central vents, the side vents and the
footwells,
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he central and side vents,
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he windscreen and side windows
(demisting or defrosting).
Recirculation of interior air
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of mist on the windscreen and side windows.
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and fumes.
This allows hot or cold air to be delivered
more quickly when required.
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ress button 4 to recirculate the interior air/
permit the intake of exterior air.
Avoid prolonged use of recirculation
of the interior air – risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality!
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Front demist – defrost
These markings on the control panel
indicate the control positions for
rapid demisting or defrosting of the
windscreen and side windows.
Heating or manual air
conditioning
F For air conditioning, press this button; its indicator lamp comes
on.
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
F Press this button to demist or defrost the windscreen and side
windows as quickly as possible.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow and air intake, and
provides optimum distribution towards the
windscreen and side windows.
F

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ut the air flow, temperature and air
distribution controls to the appropriately
marked position. F

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o turn it off, press this button
again or press " AUTO".
The system is reactivated with the values prior
to the deactivation. With Stop & Start, when demisting
has been activated, STOP mode is not
available.
Heated windscreen
In area 1
, the heating makes ice melt and
allows you to free the wiper blades.
In area 2 , the heating improves visibility by
preventing the accumulation of snow when the
wipers are operating.
Heated windscreen and washer jets
For more information on the Wiper
control stalk and in particular the heated
windscreen and washer jets, refer to the
corresponding section. Depending on country of sale.
This function heats the windscreen in cold
weather.
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Rear screen demist –
defrost
Switching on
The period of operation depends on the
exterior temperature.
Pressing this button again switches the function
off; its indicator lamp goes off. F
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ith the engine running, press this button;
its indicator lamp comes on.
The rear screen demisting/defrosting can
only operate when the engine is running.
On/Off
F Press this button to switch on/switch off the defrosting of the
rear screen and door mirrors (if
fitted to your vehicle).
Switch off the defrosting of the rear
screen and door mirrors as soon
as appropriate, as lower current
consumption results in reduced fuel
consumption.
Rear heating – air
conditioning
If your vehicle is so equipped, the temperature
of the air distributed by the system is the same
as the selection for the front.
Air flow
F Press one of these buttons to increase or decrease the air
f low.
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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 at the rear free from obstructions.
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o not cover the sunshine sensor, located
at the top of the windscreen; this is used
for regulation of the air conditioning
system.
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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
o r d e r.
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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 you should avoid extended
operation of the air recirculation system
when driving.
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nsure that the cabin filter is in good
condition and have the filter elements
replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a
combined
cabin 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).
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o ensure correct operation of the air
conditioning system, you are also advised
to have it checked regularly according to
the recommendations in the Warranty and
Maintenance Record.
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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. If after an extended period parked
in the sun, the interior temperature
is very high, first air the passenger
compartment for a
few moments.
Put the air flow control at a
setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
To maintain a
comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment, you may
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section. The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a
discharge of
water under the vehicle when stationary
which is per fectly normal.
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orAutomatic wiping (press down,
then release).
Single wipe (pull the stalk briefly
towards you).
Front screenwash
F Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.
The screenwash and windscreen wiper operate
for as long as the control stalk is pulled.
Termination of the screenwash is followed by
a


final wiping cycle. On vehicles fitted with automatic
air conditioning, any action on the
screenwash control results in temporary
closing of the air intake to avoid odours
inside the passenger compartment.
The screenwash jets are integrated in the
tips of each arm.
The screenwash fluid is sprayed along the
length of the wiper blade. This improves
visibility and reduces the consumption of
screenwash fluid.
In some cases, depending on the contents
or colour of the liquid and on the exterior
brightness, the liquid spray may be hardly
noticeable. To avoid damaging the wiper blades,
do not operate the screenwash if the
screenwash reservoir is empty.
Only operate the screenwash if there
is no risk of the fluid freezing on the
windscreen and hindering visibility. Always
use a
screenwash fluid suitable for low
temperatures during the winter period.
Never top up with water.
Rear wiper
Rear wiper selection ring:
Of f.
Intermittent wiping (proportional to
the speed of the vehicle).
Wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation automatically if the
windscreen wipers are operating.
Activation/Deactivation
Activation or deactivation is set
via the vehicle configuration
menu.
This function is activated by default.
If a

significant accumulation of snow or ice
is present, or when using a
bicycle carrier
on the boot, deactivate the automatic rear
w i p e r.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position is used for cleaning or
replacement of the wiper blades. It can also
be useful, in winter (ice, snow), to release the
wiper blades from the windscreen.
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Emergency or assistance
call
Peugeot Connect SOS** According to the geographic coverage of "Peugeot Connect SOS", "Peugeot Connect
Assistance" and the official national
language chosen by the owner of the
vehicle.
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he list of countries covered and PEUGEOT
CONNECT services is available from
dealers or on the website for your country.
In an emergency, press this
button for more than 2

seconds.
The flashing LED and a voice
message confirm that the call
has been made to the "Peugeot
Connect SOS" ser vice*.
Pressing this button again immediately cancels
the request; the LED goes off.
The LED remains on (without flashing) when
communication is established.
It goes off at the end of the call.
"Peugeot Connect SOS" immediately locates
your vehicle and contacts you in your own
language**, and – if necessary – requests that
relevant emergency services be dispatched**.
In countries where the ser vice is not available,
or when the locating ser vice has been
expressly declined, the call is sent directly If an impact is detected by the airbag
control unit, an emergency call is made
automatically and independently of the
deployment of any airbags.
Operation of the system
When the ignition is switched on, the indicator
lamp comes on for 3
seconds indicating that
the system is operating correctly.
If the indicator lamp lights up continuously red:
there is a
system fault.
If the indicator lamp flashes red: replace the
back-up battery.
In either case, emergency and assistance calls
may not function.
Contact a
qualified repairer as soon as
possible. The system's fault does not prevent the
vehicle from being driven.
Peugeot Connect
Assistance
* In accordance with the general conditions
of use for the ser vice available from dealers
and subject to technological and technical
limitations.
to the emergency services (112) without the
vehicle location.
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A
ccording to the geographic coverage of
"Peugeot Connect SOS", "Peugeot Connect
Assistance" and the official national
language chosen by the owner of the
vehicle.
T

he list of countries covered and telematic
ser vices is available from dealers or on the
website for your country. Press this button for more than
2
seconds to request assistance
if the vehicle breaks down.
A voice message confirms that the call has
been made**.
Pressing this button again immediately cancels
the request.
The cancellation is confirmed by a
voice
message.
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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 both the wheels (tyres and
rims), braking and electronic components
and 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.Post Collision Safety Brake
(PCSB)
With automatic post-collision braking, in the
event of an accident, the ESC system triggers
an automatic braking action in order to reduce
the risk of cumulative collisions by rebound, for
example, if the driver does not react.
Automatic braking inter venes after a frontal,
lateral or rear impact.
Conditions for operation
The impact has resulted in the deployment
of the airbags or seat belt pyrotechnic
pretensioners.
The braking systems and electric functions of
the vehicle must remain operational after the
collision.
Automatic braking is accompanied by
illumination of the vehicle's brake lamps.
The system does not inter vene if driver
action is detected:
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ccelerator pedal pressed.
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rake pedal pressed.
The system works within the limits of the
laws of physics.
It is the driver's responsibility to
continuously adapt the vehicle's speed to
the driving and road conditions.
Malfunctions
Braking systems fault
Airbags or pyrotechnic
pretensioning systems fault
Drive carefully.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of
the vehicle or trailer swaying. Simultaneous illumination of these two warning
lamps.
Simultaneous illumination of these two warning
lamps.
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Instructions for children
Use a suitable child seat, if the passenger
is less than 12
years old or shorter than
one and a
half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure
more than one person.
Never allow a
child to travel on your lap.
For more information on Child seats , refer
to the corresponding section.
In case of impact
Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impact , the
pyrotechnic system may be deployed
before and independently of the airbags.
Deployment of the pretensioners is
accompanied by a
slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a
noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp is lit.
After an impact, get the seat belt system
checked and if necessary have it replaced
by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.Airbags
System designed to contribute towards
improving the safety of the occupants (with the
exception of the centre seat in row 2) in the
event of violent collisions.
The airbags supplement the action of the force-
limiting seat belts.
If a
collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts
sustained in the impact detection zones:
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n the event of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and contribute
towards better protection of the occupants
(with the exception of the centre seat in row
2); immediately after the impact, the airbags
deflate rapidly so that they do not hinder
visibility or the exit of the occupants,
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n the case of a minor or rear impact or
in certain rollover conditions, the airbags
may not be deployed; the seat belt
alone contributes towards ensuring your
protection in these situations.
The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once. If
a
second impact occurs (during the same
or a
subsequent accident), the airbag will
not be deployed again.
Impact detection zones
A. Frontal impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.
Airbag deployment generates slight
smoke emissions and a
noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
Although this smoke is not harmful,
sensitive individuals may experience slight
irritation.
The noise generated by the deployment
of one or more airbags (detonation)
may result in mild and temporary loss of
hearing.
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