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Eco-driving
Eco-driving
Eco-driving refers to a range of everyday 
practices that allow the motorist to optimise 
the vehicle's energy consumption (fuel and/or 
electricity) and CO
2 emissions.
Optimise your use of the gearbox
With a manual gearbox, move off gently and 
change up promptly. While accelerating, change 
up early.
With an automatic gearbox, favour automatic 
mode. Do not depress the accelerator pedal 
heavily or suddenly.
The gear shift indicator prompts you to engage 
the most suitable gear. Whenever this indication 
is displayed on the instrument panel, follow it 
straight away.
With an automatic gearbox, this indicator 
appears only in manual mode.
Drive smoothly
Maintain a safe distance between vehicles, use 
engine braking rather than the brake pedal and 
press the accelerator gradually. These practices 
help to save on energy consumption, reduce 
CO
2 emissions and decrease general traffic 
noise.
When the traffic is flowing smoothly, select the 
cruise control.
Control the use of electrical equipment
Before moving off, if the passenger compartment 
is too warm, ventilate it by opening the windows 
and air vents before using the air conditioning.
At speeds above 31
  mph (50   km/h), close the 
windows and leave the air vents open.
Consider using equipment that can help keep 
the temperature in the passenger compartment 
down (e.g.
  sunroof blind, window blinds).
Unless automatically regulated, switch off the air 
conditioning as soon as the desired temperature 
has been reached.
Switch off the demisting and defrosting functions, 
if they are not managed automatically.
Switch off the heated seat as soon as possible.
Adapt your use of the headlamps and/or 
foglamps to the level of visibility, in accordance 
with current legislation in the country in which 
you are driving.
Avoid running the engine before moving off, 
particularly in winter (other than in severe wintry 
conditions: temperature below -23°C). The 
vehicle will warm up much faster while driving.
As a passenger, avoid connecting your 
multimedia devices (e.g.
  film, music, video 
game) to help reduce the consumption of energy.
Disconnect all portable devices before leaving 
the vehicle.
Limit the causes of excess consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle. Place the 
heaviest items in the boot as close as possible to 
the rear seats. Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and 
minimise wind resistance (e.g.
  roof bars, roof 
rack, bicycle carrier, trailer). Preferably, use a 
roof box.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit 
summer tyres.
Comply with the servicing instructions
Check tyre pressures regularly, with the tyres 
cold, referring to the label in the door aperture on 
the driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
–
 
before a long journey
 .
–
 
at each change of season.
–
 
after a long period out of use.
Do not forget the spare wheel and, where 
applicable, the tyres on your trailer or caravan.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (e.g.
  engine 
oil, oil filter, air filter, passenger compartment 
filter, etc.). Observe the schedule of operations in 
the manufacturer's service schedule.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR system 
has a fault, your vehicle will emit pollution. Visit 
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop 
as soon as possible to restore your vehicle's 
nitrogen oxide emissions to legal levels.
When filling the fuel tank, do not continue after 
the third cut-out of the nozzle, to avoid overflow.
You will only see the fuel consumption of your 
new vehicle settle down to a consistent average 
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Dashboard instruments
Hill start assistFixed, accompanied by the 
message "Anti roll-back system 
fault".
The system has a fault.
Carry out (3).
Dynamic stability control (DSC)/Anti-slip 
regulation (ASR)
Fixed.
The system is deactivated.
The DSC/ASR system is reactivated 
automatically when the vehicle is restarted, 
and at speeds above approximately 31 mph 
(50
 
km/h).
At speeds below 31
  mph (50   km/h), it can be 
reactivated manually.
Under-inflationFixed, accompanied by an audible signal 
and a message.
The pressure in one or more tyres is too low.
Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as 
possible.
Reinitialise the detection system after adjusting 
the pressure.
Under-inflation warning lamp 
flashing then fixed and Service 
warning lamp fixed.
The tyre pressure monitoring system is faulty.
Under-inflation detection is no longer monitored.
Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible 
and carry out (3).
Engine preheating (Diesel)Temporarily on (up to approximately 30   seconds in 
severe weather conditions).
When switching on the ignition, if the weather 
conditions and the engine temperature make it 
necessary.
Wait until the warning lamp goes off before 
starting.
When the warning lamp goes off, starting will 
occur immediately if you press and hold:
–
 
the clutch pedal with a manual gearbox.
–
 
the brake pedal with an automatic gearbox.
If the engine does not start, make the engine 
starting request again, while keeping your foot 
on the pedal.
Front passenger airbag (ON)Fixed.
The front passenger airbag is activated.
The control is in the "ON" position.
In this case, do NOT install a "rearward 
facing" child seat on the front passenger seat 
- Risk of serious injury!
Front passenger airbag (OFF)Fixed.
The front passenger airbag is deactivated.
The control is set to the “OFF ” position.
A "rearward facing" child seat can be installed, 
unless there is a fault with the airbags (Airbags 
warning lamp on).
AirbagsFixed.
One of the airbags or seat belt 
pyrotechnic pretensioners is faulty.
Carry out (3).
Low fuel level (Diesel)Fixed (warning lamp or LED) and 
needle in the red zone (depending 
on version), accompanied by an audible signal 
and a message.
When it first comes on, there remains less than 
8 litres of fuel in the tank.
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.
Never drive until completely empty, as 
this could damage the emissions control and 
injection systems.
Low traction battery level (Electric)
0 %
100
Fixed LED and needle in the red zone, 
accompanied by an audible signal and a 
message.
The state of charge of the traction battery is low.
View the remaining range.
Put the vehicle on charge as soon as possible.
Tortoise mode with limited driving range 
(Electric)
Fixed.
The state of charge of the traction battery 
is critical.  CarM an uals 2 .c o m  

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Safety
Horn 
 
► Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Pedestrian horn (Electric)
This system alerts pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching.
The pedestrian horn operates once the vehicle 
is moving and at speeds of up to 19 mph 
(30
  km/h), in forward or reverse gear.
This function cannot be deactivated.
Electronic stability control 
(ESC)
The electronic stability control programme  includes the following systems:
–
 
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic 
brake force distribution (EBFD).
–
 
Emergency braking assistance (EBA).
– Anti-slip regulation (ASR).
–  Dynamic stability control (DSC).
–
 
Intelligent traction control.
–
 
T
 railer stability assist (TSA).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD)
These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability 
and handling during braking, and enable greater 
control while cornering, particularly on poor or 
slippery road surfaces.
ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of 
emergency braking.
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) 
manages overall braking pressure on each 
individual wheel.
►
 
When braking in an emergency
 , depress 
the pedal very firmly and maintain this 
pressure.
Normal operation of the ABS may make 
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake 
pedal.
The fixed illumination of this warning lamp  signals that there is a fault with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive 
carefully at a moderate speed.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
This warning lamp, when lit together with  the STOP and ABS warning lamps, 
accompanied by a message and an audible 
signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.
You must stop the vehicle.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off 
the ignition.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 
ensure that these are approved for your 
vehicle.
After an impact
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer 
or a qualified workshop.
Emergency braking 
assistance (EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you 
to reach the optimum braking pressure more 
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping 
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which 
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a 
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an 
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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.
Noise (Electric)
On the outside
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when 
driving, the driver must pay particular attention.
When manoeuvring, the driver must always 
check the vehicle's immediate surroundings.
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the 
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the 
vehicle’s presence.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan comes on during 
charging to cool the on-board charger and the 
traction battery.
On the inside
During use, you may hear certain perfectly 
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such 
as:
–
 
T
 raction battery relay when starting.
–
 
V
 acuum pump when braking.
–
 
V
 ehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
–
 
Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.
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 
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(depending on engine), when you place the gear 
lever in neutral and release the clutch pedal.
With an automatic gearbox: when the brake 
pedal is depressed or when the position 
N
  is 
selected, with the vehicle stationary.
Time counter
A time counter adds up the time spent in standby 
during the journey. It is reset to zero every time 
the ignition is switched on.
Special cases
The engine will not go into standby if the 
conditions for operation are not met and in the 
following cases:
–
 
Steep slope (ascending or descending).
–
 
V
 ehicle has not exceeded 6 mph (10   km/h) 
since the last engine start (with the key or the 
START/STOP button).
–
 
Needed 
 to maintain a comfortable temperature 
in the passenger compartment.
–
 
Demisting active.
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes 
for a few seconds, then goes off.
After the engine has restarted, STOP mode is not available until the vehicle 
has reached a speed of 5 mph (8
  km/h).
During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode 
is not available for a few seconds after 
coming out of reverse gear or turning the 
steering wheel.
Restarting the engine (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the 
driver indicates the intention of moving off again:
With a manual gearbox: when the clutch pedal 
is fully depressed.
With an automatic gearbox:
–
 
With the selector in position  D
 or M: when the 
brake pedal is released.
–
 
With the selector in position  N
 and the brake 
pedal released: when the position  D or M is 
selected.
–
 
With the selector in position  P
 and the brake 
pedal depressed: when the position  R, N, D or M 
is selected.
–
 
When the reverse gear is engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if the 
conditions for operation are met again and in the 
following cases:
– 
Deselecting the Sport mode (depending on 
equipment).
–
 
With a 
 manual gearbox: vehicle speed 
exceeds 16 mph (25 km/h) or 2 mph (3 km/h) 
(depending on engine).
–
 
With an 
 automatic gearbox, vehicle speed 
exceeds 2 mph (3
  km/h).
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes 
for a few seconds, then goes off.
Malfunctions
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment:
In the event of a system malfunction, this 
warning lamp flashes on the instrument 
panel.
The warning lamp in this button flashes  and a message appears, accompanied by 
an audible signal.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come 
on if there is a fault.
Depending on version, a warning message 
may also be displayed, prompting you to place 
the gear selector in position  N and depress the 
brake pedal.
►
 
Switch off the ignition then start the engine 
again with the key or the " ST
ART/STOP" button.
12 V battery
The Stop & Start system requires a 
12 V battery of specific technology and 
specification.
All work must be carried out only by a 
PEUGEOT
 dealer or a qualified workshop
Tyre under-inflation detection
This system alerts the driver if one or more tyres 
suffer a drop in pressure.
The alert is raised when the vehicle is moving, 
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6It compares the information given by the wheel 
speed sensors with reference values, which 
must be reinitialised every time the tyre 
pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed.
It takes into account the last values stored 
during the reinitialisation request. It is therefore 
essential that the tyre pressure is correct during 
the operation. This operation is the driver’s 
responsibility.
The tyre under-inflation detection cannot,  in any circumstances, replace the need 
for vigilance on the part of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to 
regularly check the tyre pressures (including 
the spare wheel), especially before a long 
journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly 
in adverse conditions (heavy load, high 
speed, long journey):
–
 
worsens road-holding.
–
 
lengthens braking distances.
–
 
causes premature wear of the tyres.
–
 
increases energy consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for the  vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure 
label.
For more information on the  Identification 
markings, refer to the corresponding section.
Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done monthly 
when the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 
1
 
hour or after a journey of less than 6 miles 
(10
 
km) at moderate speeds).
Otherwise, add 0.3
  bar to the pressures 
shown on the label.
Snow chains
The system does not have to be 
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow 
chains.
Spare wheel
The steel spare wheel does not have an 
under-inflation detection sensor.
Under-inflation alert
This is signalled by the fixed illumination  of this warning lamp, accompanied by an 
audible signal and, depending on equipment, the 
display of a message.
►
 
Reduce speed immediately
 , avoid excessive 
steering movements and avoid sudden braking.
►
 
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do 
so.
The loss of pressure detected may not  always cause visible deformation of the 
tyre.
Do not rely on just a visual check.
► Using a compressor , such as the one in 
the temporary puncture repair kit, check the 
pressures of all four tyres when cold.
►
 
If it is not possible to carry out this check 
immediately
, drive carefully at reduced speed.
►
 
In the event of a puncture, use the 
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare wheel 
(depending on equipment).
Driving too slowly may not ensure 
optimum monitoring.
The alert is not immediately triggered in the 
event of a sudden loss of pressure or tyre 
blow-out. This is because analysis of the 
values read by the wheel's speed sensors 
can take several minutes.
The alert may be delayed at speeds below 
25
 
mph (40   km/h), or when adopting a sporty 
driving mode.
The alert is kept active until the system is  reinitialised.
Reinitialisation
The system must be reinitialised after any 
adjustment to the pressure of one or more tyres, 
and after changing one or more wheels.
Before reinitialising the system, make 
sure that the pressures of the four tyres 
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vehicle and conform to the values written on 
the tyre pressure label.
Check the pressures of the four tyres before 
performing the reinitialisation.
The system does not advise if a pressure is 
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.
With dashboard button 
 
 
 
► With the vehicle stationary , press this button 
of 3 to 10 seconds then release it. Reinitialisation 
is confirmed by an audible signal.
Without dashboard button
With the vehicle stationary, the 
system is reinitialised via the 
vehicle configuration menu.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, 
these warning lamps light up on 
the instrument panel.
In this case, the tyre under-inflation monitoring 
function is no longer performed.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Driving and manoeuvring 
aids - General 
recommendations
Driving and manoeuvring aids cannot, in 
any circumstances, replace the need for 
vigilance on the part of the driver.
The driver must comply with the Highway 
Code, must remain in control of the vehicle in 
all circumstances and must be able to retake 
control of it at all times. The driver must adapt 
the speed to climatic conditions, traffic and 
the state of the road.
It is the driver's responsibility to constantly 
monitor traffic conditions, assess the distance 
and relative speed of other vehicles, and 
anticipate their manoeuvres before using the 
direction indicator and changing lanes.
These systems do not make it possible to 
exceed the laws of physics.
Driving aids
You should hold the steering wheel with 
both hands, always use the door and interior 
mirrors, always leave your feet close to the 
pedals and take a break every 2 hours.
Manoeuvring aids
The driver must always check the 
surroundings of the vehicle before and during 
the whole manoeuvre, in particular using the 
mirrors.
Radar(s)
The operation of the radar(s), along with 
any associated functions, may be affected 
by the accumulation of dirt (e.g.
  mud, ice), 
in poor weather conditions (e.g.
  heavy rain, 
snow), by the masking of the detection zone 
with adhesive labels or other objects, or if the 
bumpers are damaged.
If the front or rear bumper is to be repainted, 
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop; certain types of paint could 
interfere with the operation of the radar(s).
Take care not to cover the detection zones 
on the front and rear bumpers with adhesive 
labels or other objects; they may hamper 
correct operation of the associated system.
 
 
Driving aids camera
This camera and its associated functions 
may be impaired or not work if the windscreen 
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Practical information
7Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Drive selector
The drive selector does not require any maintenance.
Manual parking brake
If you notice excessive brake lever travel 
or decreased effectiveness, the parking 
brake must be adjusted, even between two 
services.
This system must be checked by a PEUGEOT 
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any routine  servicing. However, in the event of a 
problem, do not hesitate to have the system 
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/drum wear
For any information on checking brake 
disc/drum 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,   CarM an uals 2 .c o m