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checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
For more information on the Electric 
parking brake, refer to the 
corresponding section.
Brake pads
Brake wear depends on the style of 
driving, particularly in the case of vehicles 
used in town, over short distances. It may be 
necessary to have the condition of the brakes 
checked, even between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the 
brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads 
are worn.
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in  wintry conditions, ice can form on the 
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may 
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and 
defrost them.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake disc 
wear, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Wheels and tyres
The inflation pressure of all tyres,  including the spare wheel, must be 
checked on "cold” tyres.
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure 
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven 
for more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles 
(10 kilometres) at over 31 mph (50
  km/h), add 
0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values indicated on the 
label.
Under-inflation increases energy 
consumption. Non-compliant tyre 
pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely 
and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's 
road holding - risk of accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the 
braking and road holding performance of the 
vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the 
tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as 
the presence of the valve caps.
When the wear indicators no longer appear set 
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is 
less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as 
possible.
Using different size wheels and tyres from those 
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel 
rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer 
reading and have an adverse effect on road 
holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles 
can cause the ESC to mistime.
Always mark the direction of rotation on the tyres 
that will be stored when fitting winter or summer 
tyres. Store them in a cool, dry place and away 
from direct exposure to the sun's rays.
Winter or 4-seasons tyres can be 
identified by this symbol on their 
sidewalls.
Shock absorbers
It is not easy for drivers to detect when 
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless, 
the shock absorbers have a major impact on 
road holding and braking performance.
For your safety and driving comfort, it is 
important to have them regularly checked by a 
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Timing and accessory kits
The timing and accessory kits are used 
from the time the engine is started until it 
is switched off. It is normal for them to wear over 
time.
A
 faulty timing or accessory kit can damage 
the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the 
recommended replacement frequency, stated in 
distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is 
reached first.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
To respect the environment and ensure  compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without 
adversely affecting the performance or fuel 
consumption of its Diesel engines, PEUGEOT 
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles with 
a system that combines SCR (Selective Catalytic 
Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) for 
the treatment of exhaust gases.
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains 
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of 
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and 
water, which are harmless to health and the 
environment.
The AdBlue® is contained in  a special 
tank holding about 17 litres. 
Its capacity allows a driving range of 
approximately 4,000 miles (6,500 km),  which 
may vary considerably  depending on your 
driving style.
An alert system is triggered once the reserve 
level is reached: it is then possible to drive for a 
further 1,500 miles (2,400 km) before the tank is 
empty and the vehicle is immobilised.
For more information on the  Warning 
and indicator lamps  and the associated 
alerts, or the Indicators, please refer to the 
corresponding sections.
Once  the AdBlue® tank is empty, a device 
required by law prevents the engine from 
being restarted.
If the SCR system is faulty, the level of 
emissions from the vehicle will no longer meet 
the Euro 6 standard and the vehicle starts 
polluting the environment.  

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7Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) for 
the treatment of exhaust gases.
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains 
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of 
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and 
water, which are harmless to health and the 
environment.
The AdBlue® is contained in  a special 
tank holding about 17 litres. 
Its capacity allows a driving range of 
approximately 4,000
  miles (6,500   km),  
which 
may vary considerably  depending on your 
driving style.
An alert system is triggered once the reserve 
level is reached: it is then possible to drive for a 
further 1,500 miles (2,400
  km) before the tank is 
empty and the vehicle is immobilised.
For more information on the  Warning 
and indicator lamps  and the associated 
alerts, or the Indicators, please refer to the 
corresponding sections.
Once  the AdBlue® tank is empty, a device 
required by law prevents the engine from 
being restarted.
If the SCR system is faulty, the level of 
emissions from the vehicle will no longer meet 
the Euro 6 standard and the vehicle starts 
polluting the environment.
In the event of a confirmed SCR system 
malfunction, it is essential to visit a 
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. 
After 685 miles (1,100 km), a device is 
automatically activated to prevent the engine 
from starting.
In both cases, a range indicator indicates 
the distance that can be travelled before the 
vehicle is stopped.
Freezing of the AdBlue®
AdBlue® freezes at temperatures below 
around -11°C.
The SCR system includes a heater for the 
AdBlue
® tank, allowing you to continue driving 
in very cold conditions.
Supply of AdBlue®
It is recommended that the AdBlue® be topped 
up as soon as the first alert is issued indicating 
that the reserve level has been reached.
For the correct operation of the SCR 
system:
–
 
Use 
 only AdBlue
® fluid that meets the ISO 
22241 standard.
–
 
Never 
transfer AdBlue
® to another container 
as it would lose its purity.
–
 
Never 
dilute AdBlue
® with water.
You can obtain AdBlue
® from a PEUGEOT 
dealer or a qualified workshop, as well as service 
stations equipped with AdBlue® pumps specially 
designed for passenger vehicles.
Recommendations on storage
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and deteriorates 
above +25°C. Containers should be stored in a 
cool area and protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept for 
at least a year.
If the fluid has frozen, it can be used once it has 
completely thawed out at room temperature.
Never  store AdBlue® containers in your 
vehicle.
Precautions for use
AdBlue® is a urea-based solution. This fluid is 
non-flammable, colourless and odourless (when 
kept in a cool place).
In the event of contact with the skin, wash the 
affected area with soap and running water. In the 
event of contact with the eyes, immediately rinse 
the eyes with large amounts of water or with an 
eye wash solution for at least 15 minutes. Seek 
medical attention if you feel a persistent burning 
sensation or irritation.
If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth 
with clean water and then drink plenty of water.
In certain conditions (high temperature, for 
example), the risk of release of ammonia cannot 
be excluded: do not inhale the fluid. Ammonia 
vapours have an irritant effect on mucous 
membranes (eyes, nose and throat).  

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In the event of a breakdown
► Close all other doors.
►  Switch off all electrical consumers (audio 
system, wipers, lamps, etc.).
►  Switch off the ignition and wait for the READY 
indicator lamp to go out.
►  Observe a waiting time of 4 minutes.
Never reverse the order of the battery 
disconnection and reconnection steps 
- risk of irreversible damage!
Disconnection
►  Disconnect the  (-) terminal of the rear battery 
using the black quick-release connector.
 
 
 
► Lift the boot floor .
(+) Positive terminal, protected by a red plastic 
cover (not accessible).
(-) Negative terminal with a black quick-release 
connector.
Charging the front battery 
using a battery charger
For optimum service life of the front battery, it 
is essential to maintain an adequate state of 
charge.
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to 
charge the front battery:
–
 
When using the vehicle mainly for short 
journeys.
–
 
If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for 
several weeks.
Consult a PEUGEOT
 dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
To charge the vehicle's front battery  yourself, use only a charger compatible 
with lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage 
of 12   V.
Follow the instructions provided by the 
manufacturer of the charger.
Never reverse polarities.
It is not necessary to disconnect the 
battery.
►
 
Switch the ignition off.
►
 
Switch off all electrical consumers (audio 
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).
 
 
► Switch off charger  B  before connecting 
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any 
dangerous sparks.
►
 
Ensure that the charger cables are in good 
condition.
►
 
Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the 
vehicle has one.
►
 
Connect the cables of charger  B
 as follows:
•
 
the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal 
of battery 
A,
•
 
the negative (-) black cable to earth point  C
 
on the vehicle.
►
 
At the end of the charging operation, switch 
off charger  B
 before disconnecting the cables 
from battery A.
Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk 
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked by a 
PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified workshop 
who will verify that the internal components 
have not been damaged and that the case 
has not cracked, which would mean a risk of 
toxic and corrosive acid leaking.
Disconnection/reconnection 
of the batteries
Procedure for disconnecting/reconnecting the 
batteries in the event of long-term immobilisation 
of the vehicle.
Before disconnecting the batteries:
►
 
Open the driver's door and boot.  

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In the event of a breakdown
Accessing the tools 
 
 
 
 
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in the country where you are driving.
Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a\
 valid driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an \
approved towbar; ropes and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine off, there is no longer braking and steering assistance.
A professional recovery service must be called in the following cases:
–  broken down on a motorway or main road;
–
 
not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or re\
lease the parking brake;
–
 
not possible to tow a vehicle with an automatic gearbox, with the engine\
 running;
–
 
towing with only two wheels on the ground;
–
 
four-wheel drive vehicle;
–
 
no approved towbar available.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
Before any intervention, with the ignition 
on, depress the brake pedal and select mode N, then switch off the hybrid system (READY 
indicator lamp off).
Always call on professionals for recovery of 
the vehicle on a flatbed lorry or trailer.Use the towing eye  only   to free the vehicle 
if it is stuck, or to secure it for recovery on a 
flatbed lorry or trailer.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine/gearbox) Front wheels on the 
ground Rear wheels on the 
ground Flatbed
4 wheels on the ground 
with towbar
Internal combustion/Manual
 
        
Internal combustion/Automatic 
         

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Alphabetical index
Regenerative braking (deceleration  
by engine braking)    
120
Reinitialisation of the under-inflation   
detection system
    
126
Reinitialising the remote control
    
32
Reminder, lighting on
    
74
Remote control
    
26–30
Remote functions
    
25, 173
Remotely operable functions (Rechargeable 
hybrid)
    
25, 61
Removing a wheel
    
198–199
Removing the mat
    
65
Replacing bulbs
    
200–201
Replacing fuses
    
201–202
Replacing the air filter
    
183
Replacing the oil filter
    
183
Replacing the passenger compartment  
filter
    
183
Reservoir, screenwash
   
182
Resetting the trip recorder
    
21
Reset trip
    
22
Rev counter
    
9
Reversing camera
    
127, 154–156
Reversing lamps
    
201
Roof bars
    
176–177
Running out of fuel (Diesel)
    
189
S
Safety, children    95–99, 101–102,  
105–106, 107
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel)
    
183
Screen menu map     230
Screens, very cold conditions      
178
Screenwash
    
81
Screenwash, front
    
81
Screenwash, rear
    
81
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)
    
19, 184
Seat belts
    
91–92, 94, 100
Seat belts, rear
    
92–93
Seat, rear bench
    
48–49
Seats, additional
    
53–55
Seats, electric
    
45–46
Seats, front
    
43, 45–46
Seats, heated
    
46
Seats, rear
    
48–55, 98
Selector, gear
    
116–120
Sensors (warnings)
    
127
Serial number, vehicle
    
222
Service indicator
    
17, 21
Servicing
    
17, 183–184
Settings, equipment
    
23, 25
Settings, system
    
233, 256
Sidelamps
    
75, 200–201
Silent vehicle warning sound (Rechargeable 
hybrid)
    
85
Ski flap
    
67
Smartphone
    
25, 64
Snow chains
    
125, 177–178
Snow screen
    
178
Socket, 12 V accessory
   
62, 66, 72
Socket, auxiliary
    
229, 251
Socket, Jack
    
251
Speakers
    
63
Speed limiter
    
128, 130–133Speed limit recognition     128, 130
Speedometer     
9, 127
Sport mode
    
122–123
Spotlamps, side
    
77
Stability control (ESC)
    
87–88, 90
Starting a Diesel engine
    
163
Starting the engine
    
11 2
Starting the vehicle
    
111, 116–119
Starting using another battery
    
113, 206
State of charge, battery
   
24
Station, radio
    
226–227, 250
Stay, bonnet
    
179–180
Steering mounted controls, audio
    
224, 237
Steering wheel, adjustment
    
47
Stickers, customising ~ Stickers,  
expressive
    
188
Stopping the vehicle
    
112, 116–119
Stop & Start
    
23, 57, 60, 123–124,  163, 179, 183, 209
Storage
    
62, 64–65, 67–68
Storage box
    
72
Storage boxes
    
68
Storage compartments
    
62
Storage wells
    
72
Storing driving positions
    
45–46
Sunroof, panoramic
    
39–41
Sunshine sensor
    
56
Sun visor
    
62
Suspension
    
184
Synchronising the remote control
    
32