2022 PEUGEOT 301 parking brake

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Contents
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Overview
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Eco-driving
 1Dashboard instrumentsInstrument panel 7
Warning and indicator lamps 7
Indicators 10
Distance recorders 11
Setting the date and time 12
Trip computer 12
 2AccessRemote control / Key 15
Central locking 16
Back-up procedures 17
Doors 18
Boot 18
Alarm 19
Electric windows 20
 3Ease of use and comfortFront seats 21
Rear bench seat 22
Steering wheel adjustment 23
Mirrors 23
Heating and Ventilation 24
Air conditioning, manual (without
display screen)
25
Electronic air conditioning (with
display screen)
26
Front demisting - defrosting 27
Demisting/de-icing the rear screen and/or
the door mirrors 28
Interior fittings 28
Courtesy lamps 30
 4Lighting and visibilityExterior lighting control stalk 31
Direction indicators 32
Headlamp beam height adjustment 33
Wiper control stalk 33
Changing a wiper blade 34
 5SafetyGeneral safety recommendations 35
Hazard warning lamps 35
Horn 36
Electronic stability control (ESC) 36
Seat belts 37
Airbags 39
Child seats 41
Deactivating the front passenger airbag 43
ISOFIX child seats 45
Child lock 48
 6DrivingDriving recommendations 49
Starting-switching off the engine 51
Parking brake 52
Hill start assist 52
5-speed manual gearbox 53
6-speed manual gearbox 53
6-speed automatic gearbox 54
Gear shift indicator 56
Stop & Start 56
Tyre under-inflation detection 58
Driving and manoeuvring aids - General
recommendations
60
Speed limiter 61
Cruise control - Specific recommendations 62
Cruise control 63
Rear parking sensors 64
Reversing Camera 65
 7Practical informationCompatibility of fuels 67
Refuelling 67
Misfuel prevention (Diesel) 68
Snow chains 68
Energy economy mode 69
Towing device 69
Very cold climate screen 70
Roof bars 70
Bonnet 71
Engine compartment 72
Checking levels 73
Checks 74
Free-wheeling 76
Advice on care and maintenance 76
 8In the event of a breakdownWarning triangle 79
Running out of fuel (Diesel) 79
Tool kit 79
Spare wheel 80
Changing a bulb 83
Fuses 87
12 V battery 88

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Overview
Presentation
These illustrations and descriptions are intended
as a guide. The presence and location of some
components varies according to the version, trim
level and country of sale.
Instruments and controls
1.Bonnet release
2. Dashboard fuses
3. Horn
4. Instrument panel
5. Audio and telematics systems
6. Warning lamp display for seat belts and front
passenger airbag
Courtesy lamps
Rear view mirror 7.
Emergency warning lamps
Locking/unlocking from the inside
8. Adjusting the date/time
9. Heating, ventilation
Manual air conditioning (without display
screen)
Electronic air conditioning (with display
screen)
Front demisting/defrosting
Rear screen demisting/defrosting
Heated windscreen
10. Manual gearbox
Automatic gearbox (EAT6)
Gear shift indicator
11 . USB socket
12 V accessory socket / Cigar lighter
12. Parking brake
13. Electric windows deactivation
Steering-mounted controls
1.External lighting/direction indicators control
stalk
Voice recognition activation button 2.
Speed Limiter/Cruise Control
3. Audio system setting controls
4. Wiper/screenwash/trip computer control stalk
Side control bar

1.Manual headlamp beam height adjustment
2. DSC/ASR systems
3. Stop & Start
4. Boot lid opening
5. Alarm
6. Door mirrors adjustment
Labels
"Lighting and visibility - Exterior lighting
control stalk" and "In the event of a
breakdown - Changing a bulb" sections:


"Safety - Child seats - Deactivating the front
passenger airbag" section:

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Dashboard instruments
If a lamp remains lit
The references (1), (2) and (3) in the warning
and indicator lamp description indicate whether
you should contact a qualified professional in
addition to the immediate recommended actions.
(1): You must stop the vehicle.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off
the ignition.
(2): Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
(3): Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
List of warning and
indicator lamps
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOP
Fixed, associated with another warning
lamp.
A serious fault with the engine, braking system,
power steering or automatic gearbox or a major
electrical fault has been detected.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Parking brakeFixed.
The parking brake is applied or not
properly released.
BrakingFixed.
The brake fluid level in the braking
circuit has dropped significantly. Carry out (1), then top up with fluid that complies
with the manufacturer's recommendations. If the
problem persists, carry out (2).
Fixed.
The electronic brake force
distribution

(EBFD) system is faulty.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Seat belts not fastened/unfastenedFixed or flashing, accompanied by an
increasing audible signal.
The driver has not fastened or has unfastened
their seat belt. The front passenger has
unfastened their
seat belt.
12 V battery chargeFixed.
The battery charging circuit is faulty
(e.g.

dirty terminals, loose or severed alternator
belt).
Clean and tighten the terminals. If the warning
lamp does not go off when the engine is started,
carry out (2).
Engine oil pressure
Fixed.
There is a fault with the engine lubrication
system.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Maximum coolant temperatureFixed.
The temperature of the cooling system is
too high. Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has
cooled down before topping up the level, if
necessary. If the problem persists, carry out (2).
Door or boot openFixed.
An audible signal supplements the alert if
the speed is higher than 6 mph (10
km/h).
A door, the boot, the tailgate or the opening rear
screen is still open (depending on version).
Close whichever access is open.
Engine self-diagnostics systemFixed.
A major engine fault has been
detected.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Orange warning/indicator lamps
Engine self-diagnostics system
Fixed.
A minor engine fault has been
detected.
Carry out (3).
Low fuel levelFixed, with the reserve level shown in red.
When it first comes on, you have
approximately 5 litres of fuel remaining in the
tank (reserve).
Until the fuel level is topped up, this alert will
be repeated every time the ignition is switched
on, with increasing frequency as the fuel level
decreases and approaches zero.
Refuel without delay to avoid running out of fuel.

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Dashboard instruments
Power steeringFixed.
The power steering has a fault.
Drive carefully at moderate speed, then carry
out (3).
ServiceTemporarily on. One or more minor faults, for which there
is/are no specific warning lamp(s), have been
detected.
Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed on the instrument panel.
You may be able to deal with some faults
yourself, such as changing the battery in the
remote control.
For other faults, such as with the tyre under-
inflation detection system, carry out (3).
Fixed.
One or more major faults, for which there
is/are no specific warning lamp(s), have been
detected.
Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed on the instrument panel, then carry
out (3).
Rear foglampFixed.
The lamp is on.
Green warning/indicator lamps
Stop & Start
Fixed.
When the vehicle stops, the Stop & Start
system puts the engine into STOP mode.
Flashing temporarily.
STOP mode is momentarily unavailable
or START mode is automatically triggered.
For more information, refer to the Driving
section.
Front foglampsFixed.
The front foglamps are on.
Direction indicatorsFlashing with audible signal.
The direction indicators are on.
Dipped beam headlampsFixed.
The lamps are on.
Blue warning/indicator lamps
Main beam headlamps
Fixed.
The lamps are on.
Black/white warning lamps
Foot on the clutch
Fixed.
Stop & Start: the change to START mode
is rejected because the clutch pedal is not fully
depressed.
Fully depress the clutch pedal.
Foot on the brakeFixed.
Insufficient or no pressure on the brake
pedal.
With an automatic gearbox, with the engine
running, before releasing the parking brake, to
move out of position P.
Indicators
Service indicator
The servicing information is expressed in terms
of distance (miles or kilometres) and time
(months or days).
The alert is given at whichever of these two
terms is reached first.
The servicing information is displayed in the
instrument panel. Depending on the version of
the vehicle:
–

The distance recorder display line indicates
the distance remaining before the next service
is due, or the distance travelled since it was due
preceded by the "-" sign.
–


An alert message indicates the distance
remaining, as well as the period before the next
service is due or how long it is overdue.
The value indicated is calculated according to the distance covered and
the time elapsed since the last service.
The alert may also be triggered close to a
due date.

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Driving
6Driving recommendations
► Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
►

Monitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
anything that may happen any time.
►


Drive smoothly
, anticipate the need for
braking and maintain a longer safety distance,
especially in bad weather.
►

Stop the vehicle before performing operations
that require sustained attention (e.g.

settings).
►

During long trips, take a break every 2 hours.
Important!
Never leave the engine running in a
closed space without sufficient
ventilation. Internal combustion engines emit
toxic exhaust gases such as carbon
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperature below -23°C), let the engine
run for 4 minutes before moving off, to ensure
the correct operation and durability of the
mechanical components of your vehicle
(engine and gearbox).
Never drive with the parking brake
applied . Risk of overheating and
damaging the braking system!
Never park the vehicle and never
leave the engine running on a
flammable surface (e.g.
dry grass, dead
leaves).The vehicle exhaust system is very
hot, even several minutes after the engine
stops. Risk of fire!
Never drive on surfaces covered with
vegetation (e.g. tall grass,
accumulated dead leaves, crops, debris)
such as a field, a country lane overgrown
with bushes or a grassy verge.
This vegetation could come into contact with
the vehicle's exhaust system
or other systems
which are very hot. Risk of fire!
Make sure you do not leave any item in
the passenger compartment which could
act like a magnifying glass under the effect of
the sun's rays and cause a fire. Risk of fire or
damage to interior surfaces!
Never leave the vehicle unattended,
with the engine running . If you have to
leave your vehicle with the engine running,
apply the parking brake and put the automatic
gearbox into position N or P.
Never leave children inside the vehicle
unsupervised.
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 your vehicle's
electrical systems.


If the vehicle absolutely must drive through a
flooded section of road:
►

Check that the depth of the water does not
exceed 15

cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users.
►

Deactivate the Stop & Start function.
►


Drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In
all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10

km/h).
►

Do not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions 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.

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Driving
Towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
particular care must be taken.
Do not exceed the maximum towable
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by
10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower
air density at high altitudes decreases engine
performance.
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles
(1,000 kilometres).
If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are located as close as possible
to the axle, and the nose weight (at the point
where it joins your vehicle) approaches the
maximum permitted, without exceeding it.
Tyres
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer , observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
If a genuine PEUGEOT towing device is
used, the rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid activating
the audible signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant
temperature to increase. The maximum towable
load depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not
increase with engine speed.
►

Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to
limit the amount of heating produced.
►


Pay constant attention to the coolant
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine as soon as possible.
Brakes
Using the engine brake is recommended to limit
the overheating of the brakes. Braking distances
are increased when towing a trailer.
Side wind
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more
susceptible to wind when towing.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The remote control contains an electronic chip
which has a special 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.
In the event of a fault, you are informed
by illumination of this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a message on the screen.
The vehicle will not start; contact a PEUGEOT
dealer as soon as possible.

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Driving
6Starting-switching off the
engine
Key ignition switch

It has 3 positions:
1. StopInserting/removing the key, steering column
locked.
2. Ignition on Steering column unlocked, ignition on,
preheating (Diesel), switching the engine on.
3. Starting
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key or the remote control. This would weigh
down on its shaft in the ignition switch and
could cause a malfunction.
Ignition on position
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or the charging of accessories.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops to
the reserve level, the system switches to energy
economy mode. The power supply is cut off
automatically to preserve the remaining battery
charge.
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
With the parking brake applied:
► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
►

With an
automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector in mode N or P then depress the brake
pedal.
►

Insert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code.
►


Unlock
the steering column by simultaneously
turning the steering wheel and the key.
In certain cases, you may need to apply
significant force to move the steering
wheel (e.g.
wheels turned to full lock).
►

With a
petrol engine , operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3 without
pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine
starts. Once the engine has started, release the
key and allow it to return to position 2.
Petrol engines
After a cold start, preheating the catalytic
converter can cause noticeable engine
vibrations, for anything up to 2 minutes
(accelerated idle speed).
►

With a
Diesel engine, turn the key to position
2, to

activate the engine preheating system.
Wait until this warning lamp goes off on
the instrument panel, then turn the key to
position 3 without pressing the accelerator pedal,
to operate the starter motor. Once the engine
has started, release the key and allow it to return
to position 2.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
may stay on for a longer period. When
the engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come on.
In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
to warm up while stationary, but move off
straight away and drive at moderate speed.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition. Wait a few
seconds before operating the starter motor
again. If the engine does not start after a few
attempts, do not keep trying - risk of
damaging the starter motor and the engine!
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Driving
Switching off the engine
► Immobilise the vehicle.
► With the engine at idle, turn the key to
position 1
.
►

Remove the key from the ignition switch.
►


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.
Never switch off the ignition before the
complete immobilisation of the vehicle.
With the engine off, the braking and steering
assistance systems are also cut off - risk of
loss of control of the vehicle!
Check that the parking brake is correctly
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
When leaving the vehicle, keep the key in
your possession and lock the vehicle.
Energy economy mode
After the engine has stopped (position 1. Stop),
for a maximum combined duration of 30 minutes,
you can still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, courtesy lamps or dipped
beam headlamps.
For more information on Energy
economy mode, refer to the
corresponding section.
Key left in
When the driver's door is opened, a
message is displayed, accompanied by an
audible signal, if the key has been left in the
ignition switch in position 1.
If the key has been left in the ignition switch
in position 2, the ignition will be switched off
automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to
position 1, then back to position 2.
Parking brake
Release

► Pull the parking brake lever up slightly , press
the release button, then lower the lever fully.
When driving the vehicle, if this warning
lamp and the STOP warning lamp come
on, accompanied by an audible signal and the
display of a message, this means that the
parking brake is still applied or has not been fully
released.
Application
► Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise
the vehicle.
When parking on a slope, turn the
wheels against the kerb, apply the
parking brake, engage a gear and switch off
the ignition.
Hill start assist
(Depending on engine.)
This system keeps the vehicle briefly stationary
(for approximately 2
seconds) when making a hill
start, while you transfer your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal.
The system is only active when:
–

The vehicle is completely stationary
, with your
foot on the brake pedal.
–

Certain slope conditions are met.
–


The driver
’s door is closed.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held temporarily by hill start assist.
If someone needs to get out of the vehicle
with the engine running, apply the parking
brake manually. Then check that the parking
brake indicator lamp is on fixed on the
instrument panel.