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regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the 
most grip is controlled in such a way as to 
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin 
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully 
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50 km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow 
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of 
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))
Do not use the other modes on sand as 
the vehicle may become stuck.
You can deactivate the ASR and  DSC systems by turning the knob 
to the "OFF " position.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer 
act on the operation of the engine or of the 
brakes in the event of a change of trajectory.
These systems are reactivated automatically 
from 31 mph (50 km/h) and whenever the 
ignition is switched on.
Recommendations
The vehicle is designed principally to 
drive on tarmac roads, but it allows you to 
occasionally drive on other less passable 
terrain.
To ensure complete safety while driving with 
a Towing device , refer to the corresponding 
section.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp comes 
on in the instrument panel, accompanied 
by a message and an audible signal.
If you wish to continue towing 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  enhanced safety in normal driving, 
provided that the recommendations on towing 
a trailer are observed. It should not 
encourage the driver to take risks, such as 
towing a trailer in adverse operating 
conditions (overloading, failure to observe the 
trailer nose weight, worn or under-inflated 
tyres, faulty braking system, etc.), or to drive 
at excessive speeds.
In certain cases, the system may not detect 
trailer snaking, particularly with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the 
system may not be able to prevent sudden 
trailer snaking.
Advanced Grip Control
(Depending on version)
A special, patented traction control system, 
which improves driveability on snow, mud and 
sand.
This system, optimised for operation in a range 
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most 
slippery conditions (encountered during normal 
passenger car use).
This system, which can be combined with all-
season M+S (Mud and Snow) tyres, offers a 
compromise between safety, grip and driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed 
sufficiently to allow the system to harness the 
power of the engine. Operation at high engine 
speeds is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to 
choose the setting best suited to the driving 
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode 
comes on, accompanied by the display of a 
message to confirm your choice.
Operating modes 
 
 
 
Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of  wheel spin, based on the different levels 
of grip normally encountered on the road.
Whenever the ignition is switched off, the 
system automatically resets to this mode.
Snow
This mode adapts its strategy to the  conditions of grip encountered for each of 
the two front wheels on moving off.
(mode active up to 50 mph (80
  km/h))
All terrain (mud, damp grass, etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows considerable spin on the wheel with the 
least grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to    

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5regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the 
most grip is controlled in such a way as to 
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin 
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully 
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50  km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow 
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of 
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120
  km/h))
Do not use the other modes on sand as 
the vehicle may become stuck.
You can deactivate the ASR and DSC systems by turning the knob 
to the "OFF " position.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer 
act on the operation of the engine or of the 
brakes in the event of a change of trajectory.
These systems are reactivated automatically 
from 31 mph (50
  km/h) and whenever the 
ignition is switched on.
Recommendations
The 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:
–
 
driving on terrain which could damage the 
underbody or strip away components (fuel 
pipe, fuel cooler
, etc.) due to obstacles or 
stones in particular,
–
 
driving on terrain with steep gradients and 
poor grip,
–
 
crossing a waterway
 .
Hill Assist  Descent 
Control
System that provides assistance when 
descending on loose or soft surfaces (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: –  if the speed of the vehicle is above 43 
mph (70
  km/h),
–
 
if the speed of the vehicle is being 
controlled by the 
Adaptive Cruise Control, 
depending on the type of gearbox.
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The state of the function 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 when moving at speeds up to approximately 
31 mph (50
  km/h).
 
 
 
 
► To select the system, at speeds below 
31 mph (50   km/h), press this button until 
its green indicator lamp comes on; this lamp 
appears in grey in the instrument panel.   

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is sufficient and acceleration requirements are 
moderate.
When navigation is activated, the use 
of HYBRID mode is advisable to optimise 
electrical consumption.
SPORT
Allows more dynamic driving to take advantage 
of the vehicle's maximum performance. 
Electric power is used to supplement the petrol 
engine as long as there is energy left in the 
battery.
4WD (4-wheel drive)
Depending on equipment.
4WD mode ("4-wheel drive") improves the 
vehicle's grip at low and moderate speeds by 
driving all 4 wheels continuously. 
This mode is especially suited to snow-covered 
roads and difficult terrain (mud, sand, etc.) as 
well as ford crossings, at moderate speed.
Depending on the driving conditions and the 
battery charge level,  4WD mode may be 100% 
electric. 
This mode will be even more effective if  the vehicle is fitted with suitable tyres, 
such as winter tyres.
The grip can be improved up to 84 mph (135 
km/h) using the electric motors; above this 
speed, the vehicle is driven by the front wheels 
only.
– Acceleration.
–  Handling gear changes with the automatic 
gearbox.
–
 
Display on the instrument panel of information 
about the dynamic parameters of the vehicle 
(
"PERSONAL" mode).
Activation/Deactivation
SPORT► Press this button; the orange indicator 
lamp in the button comes on to confirm 
activation of the function.
If the orange indicator lamp flashes, 
activation is not available (e.g. if Park 
Assist is selected).
If the indicator lamp continues flashing for a 
long time, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Displays
To show this information on the instrument panel, 
select the “PERSONAL” mode and then the type 
of information required.
This telemetry information (power output,  turbocharger pressure, torque, 
longitudinal and lateral acceleration, etc.) is 
given for information purposes only.
Driving modes
The number and type of driving modes available  depend on the vehicle’s engine and equipment.
Driving modes are selected using the following 
control:
 
 
 
 
Pressing the control displays the modes on the 
instrument panel.
When the message disappears, the selected 
mode is activated and remains indicated on the 
instrument panel (except  NORMAL mode).
With hybrid engine
Each time the ignition is switched on,  ELECTRIC 
mode is selected by default.
ELECTRIC
Allows 100% electric driving. The maximum 
speed is approximately 84 mph (135   km/h).
When starting the vehicle, if the conditions do not 
allow the activation or retention of
 
ELECTRIC
  
mode, the message
  “Electric mode currently 
unavailable” is displayed in the instrument panel. 
The vehicle automatically changes to  HYBRID 
mode.
The lighting of a blue LED under the interior 
rear view mirror, visible from outside the vehicle, 
confirms driving in  ELECTRIC mode.
The lighting of the LED can be 
deactivated by inserting the tip of a paper 
clip type accessory into the hole under the 
mirror
. 
Conditions of activation
–
 
Adequate battery charge level. Charging 
the vehicle after each drive is therefore 
recommended. 
The ELECTRIC mode is 
available as long as there is power left in the 
battery.
–
 
Exterior temperature between 0°C and 45°C. 
Manually exiting the mode
–
 
Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
–
 
Select another mode.
In case of non-use of the vehicle for a 
long period (several months), a restart of 
the petrol engine may occur even if the 
battery is charged.
HYBRID
Optimises the fuel consumption of the vehicle 
by managing the  alternating or simultaneous 
operation of the two types of engine , 
according to road conditions and driving style.
In HYBRID mode, it is possible to drive in 
100% electric mode if the battery charge level