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– If the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch 
pedal is depressed, the speed decreases and 
the indicator lamp flashes slowly; in this case, 
the maintained descent speed is lower.
Activation of the system may cause noise  in the transmission. This is perfectly 
normal and has no consequence on the 
behaviour of the vehicle.
On a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if the 
driver releases the accelerator and brake pedals, 
the system will release the brakes to set the 
vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when the 
system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 22 mph (35 km/h), 
regulation is paused automatically, but the 
indicator lamp in the instrument panel remains 
on.
Regulation resumes automatically when the 
speed falls below 22 mph (35 km/h) again, if the 
slope and pedal release conditions are met.
Depress the accelerator or brake pedal again to 
pause the cruise control.
Switching off
►  Press the button until the indicator lamp on 
the instrument panel goes off.
At a speed of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h), 
the system is automatically deactivated and the 
indicator lamp on the instrument panel goes off.
The electronic stability control system (ESC) 
must not have any faultsK
The vehicle speed must be less than 
approximately 53 mph (85
  km/h).
If the system detects that the trailer is 
snaking, it applies the brakes to stabilise 
the trailer and reduces engine power, if 
necessary, to slow the vehicle (indicated by the 
flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument 
panel and the brake lamps coming on).
For information on weights and towed loads, 
refer to the Engine technical data and towed 
loads section or your vehicle’s registration 
certificate.
To ensure safe driving with a  Towing device, 
refer to the corresponding section.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp lights 
up on the instrument panel, accompanied 
by a message and an audible signal.
To continue towing a trailer, reduce speed and 
drive carefully!
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
The trailer stability control system  provides an extra safety feature under 
normal driving conditions, when following the 
recommendations for use of trailers and 
current legislation in force in your country. It 
must not encourage the driver to take extra 
risks, such as using a trailer in unsuitable 
conditions of operation (e.g. excessive load, 
exceeded nose weight, worn or under-inflated 
tyres, faulty braking system) or driving at 
excessive speed.
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.
Hill Assist  Descent 
Control
Hill Assist Descent Control system for steep 
slopes and on road surfaces with poor grip 
(e.g.
  gravel, mud).
This system reduces the risk of loss of control 
or slipping of the vehicle when descending in 
forward gear.
During a descent, the system assists the driver 
in maintaining a constant speed, depending on 
the gear engaged, while progressively releasing 
the brakes.
For the system to activate, the gradient 
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
  or D.
The system is no longer available and no longer active if the speed of the vehicle is 
above 22 mph (35
  km/h).
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, press this button 
until this green indicator lamp lights up on 
the instrument panel.
The system becomes active at speeds between 
5 and 22 mph
  (8 and 35   km/h).
►
 
When the vehicle begins its descent, the 
driver can release the accelerator and brake 
pedals; the system regulates the speed:
– If the gearbox is in first or second gear , 
the speed decreases and the 
indicator
  lamp flashes rapidly.   

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5– If the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch 
pedal is depressed, the speed decreases and 
the indicator
  lamp flashes slowly; in this case, 
the maintained descent speed is lower.
Activation of the system may cause noise  in the transmission. This is perfectly 
normal and has no consequence on the 
behaviour of the vehicle.
On a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if the 
driver releases the accelerator and brake pedals, 
the system will release the brakes to set the 
vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when the 
system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 22 mph (35
  km/h), 
regulation is paused automatically, but the 
indicator lamp in the instrument panel remains 
on.
Regulation resumes automatically when the 
speed falls below 22 mph (35
  km/h) again, if the 
slope and pedal release conditions are met.
Depress the accelerator or brake pedal again to 
pause the cruise control.
Switching off
► Press the button until the indicator lamp on 
the instrument panel goes off.
At a speed of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h), 
the system is automatically deactivated and the 
indicator lamp on
  the instrument panel goes off.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning 
lamp comes on in green on the 
instrument panel, accompanied by the display of 
a message.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Seat belts
Inertia reel
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia 
reel which allows the strap length to adjust 
automatically to the shape of the user. The seat 
belt returns to its storage automatically when it 
is not used.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device which 
automatically locks the strap in the event of a 
collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls 
over. It can be released by pulling the strap firmly 
and then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.
Pyrotechnic pretensioning
This system improves safety in the event of a 
frontal or side impact.
Depending on the severity of the impact, the 
pyrotechnic pretensioning system instantly 
tightens the seat belts against the body of the 
occupants.
The pyrotechnic pretensioning seat belts are 
enabled when the ignition is on.
Force limiting system
This system reduces the pressure of the seat 
belt on the chest of the occupant, thus improving 
their protection.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and 
seriousness of the impacts, the pyrotechnic 
device may trigger before and independently 
of airbag deployment. 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 comes 
on.
Following an impact, have the seat belt 
system checked, and if necessary replaced, 
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Front seat belts
The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic 
pretensioning system, depending on version, 
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51 minute, the warning lamp(s) remain(s) on 
until the driver or passenger(s) (depending on 
version) fasten(s) their seat belt(s).
Advice
The driver must ensure that passengers use the seat belts correctly and that they 
are all fastened before setting off.
Wherever seated in the vehicle, you must 
always fasten the seat belt, even for short 
journeys.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles, as they 
will not fulfil their role properly.
To ensure the proper functioning of the belt 
buckles, make sure that there are no foreign 
bodies present (e.g.
  a coin) before fastening.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat belt 
is reeled in correctly.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench 
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned 
and reeled in correctly.
Installation
The lower part of the strap must be 
positioned as low as possible over the pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in the 
hollow of the shoulder.
At the front, adjusting the position of the 
seat belt may require the seat height to be 
adjusted.
In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
– be tightened as close to the body as 
possible.
–
 
be pulled in front of you with a smooth 
movement, checking that it is not twisted.
–
 
must only be used to secure one person.
–
 
not show signs of tearing or fraying.
–
 
not be changed or modified, in order to 
avoid affecting its performance.
Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger 
is less than 12 years old or shorter than 1.5 
metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more 
than one child.
Never carry a child on your lap.
For more information on  Child seats, refer to 
the corresponding section.
Maintenance
In accordance with current safety 
regulations, for all work on your vehicle's 
seat belts, contact a qualified workshop with 
the skills and equipment needed, which a 
PEUGEOT dealer is able to provide.
Have the seat belts checked regularly by a 
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop, 
particularly if the straps show signs of 
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or 
a textile cleaning product, sold by PEUGEOT 
dealers.
Airbags
General information
The airbags have been designed to optimise the 
safety of the occupants in the event of a violent 
collision; they supplement the action of the seat 
belts equipped with a force limiting system.
Electronic detectors record and analyse the 
front and side impacts sustained in the impact 
detection zones:
–
 
In the event of violent impact, the airbags 
deploy instantly and help better protect the 
occupants of the vehicle; immediately after the 
impact, the airbags deflate rapidly in order not 
to hinder the visibility or the possible exit of the 
occupants.
–
 
In the event of a slight impact, a rear impact 
and under certain rollover conditions, the airbags 
may not deploy; only the seat belt helps to 
protect you in these situations.
The seriousness of the impact depends on the 
nature of the obstacle and the speed of the 
vehicle at the moment of collision.
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 
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An incorrectly installed child seat in a vehicle compromises the child's safety in 
the event of an accident.
Strictly observe the fitting instructions 
provided in the user guide supplied with the 
child seat.
Manual child lock 
 
The system prevents a rear door from being 
opened using its interior handle.
The control is located on the edge of each rear 
door (marked by a label).
Locking/Unlocking 
 
►  To lock, push the black control as far as it 
will go: • to the left on the left-hand rear door,
•  to the right on the right-hand rear door.
►  To unlock, push the control in the opposite 
direction.
Vehicles not equipped with a 
deactivation/reactivation control
Installing a "rearward
  facing" child seat on 
the front passenger seat is strictly prohibited 
- risk of death or serious injury in the event of 
airbag deployment!
Deactivating/Reactivating the front 
passenger airbag
For vehicles on which it is fitted, the switch is 
located on the side of the dashboard.
 
 
With the ignition off:
►  T o deactivate the airbag, turn the key in the 
switch to the "OFF " position. 
►
 
T
 o reactivate it, turn the key to the "ON" 
position.
When the ignition is switched on:
This warning lamp comes on and remains  lit to signal deactivation.
Or
This warning lamp comes on for about 1  minute to signal activation.
"ISOFIX" mountings 
 
The seats shown below are fitted with ISOFIX 
compliant mountings:
 
 
The mountings comprise three rings for each 
seat, indicated by a marking:
–
 
T
 wo rings   A, located between the vehicle seat 
backrest and cushion.
 
 
The 2 latches on ISOFIX child seats  are 
secured to them.
–
 
One ring
   B, located behind the seat, called the 
TOP TETHER, for attaching seats fitted with an 
upper strap.
 
 
This system prevents the child seat from tipping 
forwards in the event of a front impact.
This ISOFIX mounting system provides fast, 
reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in the 
vehicle.
To secure the child seat to the TOP TETHER:
►
 
Remove and stow the head restraint before 
installing the child seat on this seat (refit it once 
the child seat has been removed).
►
 
Release the seat backrest, then pass the 
strap of the child seat behind the seat backrest, 
in between the 2 head restraint anchorage 
points.
►
 
Secure the upper strap hook to ring
  
B
 .
►
 
T
 ighten the upper strap.    

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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 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 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 keys contain a code, which must be 
recognised by the vehicle before starting is 
possible.
If the system malfunctions, indicated by the 
display of a message, the engine will not start.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Starting / Switching off the 
engine with the key
Key ignition switch 
 
It has 4 positions:
1. Stop Inserting/removing the key, steering column 
locked.
2. Accessories Steering column unlocked and audio system.
3. IgnitionIgnition, preheating (Diesel), engine starting.
4. 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 position
This allows the use of the vehicle's electrical 
equipment (ventilation, electric windows) or the 
charging of accessories.
Once the battery charge level 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.
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.    

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63. IgnitionIgnition, preheating (Diesel), engine starting.
4. 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 position
This allows the use of the vehicle's electrical 
equipment (ventilation, electric windows) or the 
charging of accessories.
Once the battery charge level 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.
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  4 without 
pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine 
starts. As soon as the engine starts, release the 
key so it returns to position 3.
Petrol engines
With Petrol engines, after a cold start, 
pre-heating 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 
3, to
 
activate   the engine preheating system.
Wait until this warning lamp goes off on 
the instrument panel, then turn the key to 
position  4 without pressing the accelerator pedal, 
to operate the starter motor. As soon as the 
engine starts, release the key so it returns to 
position  3.
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.
If the wheels are not straight, a message 
appears prompting the driver to 
straighten the wheels by turning the steering 
wheel.
Switching off the engine
► Immobilise the vehicle.
►  With the engine at idle, turn the key to 
position  2
.
►
 
Insert the key one notch into the ignition 
switch and turn it to position  1
, then remove the 
key from the ignition switch.
►
 
T
 o lock the steering column, turn the steering 
wheel until it locks.
The flashing of the immobiliser/alarm  (padlock) indicator lamp is normal and 
allows you to activate the function(s).
To facilitate unlocking of the steering  column, it is recommended that the 
wheels be returned to the straight ahead 
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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.
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  3, 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 3.
Starting/Switching off the 
engine with Keyless Entry 
and Starting
The electronic key must be present in the 
passenger compartment.
If the electronic key is not detected, a 
message is displayed.
Move the electronic key so that the engine 
can be started or switched off.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key 
not detected - Back-up starting or Back-up 
switch-off" section.
Starting 
 
► With a  manual gearbox, place the gear lever 
in neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.
►
 
With an 
 automatic gearbox, select mode   P 
or
  N and press the brake pedal.
►
 
Press the "
 START/STOP" button while 
maintaining pressure on the pedal until the 
engine starts.
Diesel engines
In negative temperatures and/or when the 
engine is cold, starting takes place only after the 
preheating warning lamp goes out.
If this warning lamp comes on after 
pressing the " START/STOP" button:
► Keep the pedal fully depressed and do not 
press the " START/STOP" button again until the 
engine is running.
In all circumstances, if one of the starting 
conditions is not met, a message is displayed 
and the indicator lamp in the " START/STOP” 
button comes on orange.
In some circumstances, a message indicates 
that it is necessary to turn the steering wheel 
while pressing the " START/STOP" button to 
assist unlocking of the steering column.
Petrol engines
With Petrol engines, after a cold start, 
pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause 
noticeable engine vibrations, for anything up 
to 2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).
If the engine stalls, release the clutch 
pedal and fully depress it again, the 
engine will restart automatically.
If the wheels are not straight, a message 
appears prompting the driver to 
straighten the wheels by turning the steering 
wheel.
Switching off
► Immobilise the vehicle using the parking 
brake.
►
 
With a 
 manual gearbox, ideally put the gear 
lever into neutral.
►  With an automatic gearbox, ideally select 
mode P or N.
►  Press the "START/STOP" button.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn 
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
The flashing of the immobiliser/alarm  indicator lamp (padlock) is normal and 
allows you to activate the function(s).
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the 
engine will not stop.
With the engine off, the braking and 
steering assistance systems are also cut 
off - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!
Never leave your vehicle with the 
electronic key still inside.
Switching on the ignition 
without starting the engine
 
 
With the electronic key in the passenger 
compartment, the first two presses on the 
"START/STOP" button, without depressing 
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6► With an automatic gearbox, ideally select 
mode   P or   N.
►
 
Press the "
 START/STOP" button.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn 
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
The flashing of the immobiliser/alarm  indicator lamp (padlock) is normal and 
allows you to activate the function(s).
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the 
engine will not stop.
With the engine off, the braking and 
steering assistance systems are also cut 
off - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!
Never leave your vehicle with the 
electronic key still inside.
Switching on the ignition 
without starting the engine
 
 
With the electronic key in the passenger 
compartment, the first two presses on the 
"START/STOP" button, without depressing 
any of the pedals , allow the accessories to be  switched on, then the ignition, without starting 
the engine (accessories such as the audio 
system and the lighting will come on, followed by 
the instrument panel).
►
 
Press this button again to switch off the 
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted in the front armrest, to 
enable the engine to be started if the system fails 
to detect the key in the recognition zone, or if the 
battery in the electronic key is flat.
 
 
► Place and hold the remote control against the 
back-up reader .
►
 
W
 ith a manual gearbox, place the gear lever 
in neutral, then fully depress the clutch pedal.
►
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox, select mode   P, 
then depress the brake pedal.
►
 
Press the "
 START/STOP" button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off 
 
If 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.
►
 
T
 o confirm the instruction to switch off the 
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for 
approximately 5
  seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key, 
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Emergency switch-off
In case of emergency only, the engine can be 
switched off without conditions (even when 
driving).
►
 
Press the "
 START/STOP" button for about 
5
  seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon 
as the vehicle stops.