engine Peugeot RCZ 2015 Owner's Guide

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MIRRORS
dOOR MIRRORS
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass permitting the lateral rearward vision necessary for overtaking or parking. They can be folded
electrically.
demisting - defrosting Adjustment
F Move control
A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding
mirror.
F

Move control
B in all four directions to adjust.
F

Return control A

to the central position.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the
blind spot.
The objects observed are, in reality, closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order to correctly judge the distance of
vehicles approaching from behind.
The demisting-defrosting of the door mirrors is effected with
the engine running, by switching on the heated rear screen.
See the "Demisting-defrosting the rear screen" section.
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Folding
F From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
F
From inside: with the ignition on, pull the control A

in the central
position rearwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A, they will not unfold when
the vehicle is unlocked. Pull again on control A.
Unfolding
F From outside: unlock the vehicle using the remote control or
the
key.
F

From inside: with the ignition on, pull the control A

in the central
position rearwards.
The folding and unfolding of the door mirrors using the remote
control
can be deactivated by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If necessary the mirrors can be folded manually

.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
System which provides a view of the ground during parking
manoeuvres in reverse gear.
Programming
F With the engine running, engage reverse gear.
F
Select and adjust the left-hand and right-hand mirrors in
succession.
The adjustment is stored immediately

.
Switching on
F With the engine running, engage reverse gear .
F
Move control
A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding
mirror.
The glass of the mirror selected tilts downwards, in accordance with its\

programming.
Switching off
F Exit reverse gear and wait ten seconds.
or
F

Return control A

to the central position.
The mirror glass returns to its initial position.
The mirror glass also returns to its initial position:
-

if the speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h),
-


if the engine is switched of
f.

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation
and maintenance guidelines below:
F
T
o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct
the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the
windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
F

Do not cover the sunshine sensor
, located on the dashboard;
this is used for regulation of the air conditioning system.
F

Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to
10

minutes, once or twice a month to keep it in good working
order.
F Ensure
that the passenger compartment filter is in good
condition

and have the filter elements replaced regularly

(refer to the "Checks" section).
W

e recommend the use of a combined passenger
compartment
filter.
Thanks
to its special active additive,
it

contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment
(reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy
deposits).
F


T
o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system,
you are also advised to refer to the warranty and maintenance
record for information on when it should be checked.
F

If the system does not produce cold air
, switch it off and
contact
a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high
temperatures, switching off the air conditioning increases the
available engine power and so improves towing performance. The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a
discharge of water under the vehicle which is perfectly normal. If after an extended stop in sunshine, the interior temperature is
very
high, first ventilate the cabin for a few moments.
Put
the air flow control at a setting high enough to quickly change
the air in the cabin.
The air conditioning system does not contain chlorine and does
not present any danger to the ozone layer

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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING

AUTO
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DUAL-ZONE DIGIT AL AIR
CONDITIONING
The air conditioning only operates when the engine is running.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
1. Automatic comfort programme
F Press the "AUTO" button. The indicator lamp in the
button comes on.
We recommend the use of this mode: it permits automatic and
optimised adjustment of all of the functions, passenger compartment
temperature,
air flow, air distribution and air recirculation, in accordance
with the comfort value that you have chosen.
This system is designed to operate ef

fectively in all seasons, with the
windows closed.
2. driver's side adjustment
When the engine is cold, to prevent too great a distribution of cold
air, the air flow will reach its optimum level gradually.
In cold weather, it favours the distribution of warm air to the
windscreen, side windows and footwells only.
3. Passenger's side adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each adjust the
temperature to their requirements.
The value indicated on the display corresponds to a level
of comfort and not to a temperature in degrees Celsius or
Fahrenheit.
F

T

urn control 2 or 3 to the left or to the right respectively to decrease
or increase this value.
A setting around the value 21 provides optimum comfort. However,
depending

on your requirements, a setting between 18 and 24 is
normal.
Y

ou are advised to avoid a left / right setting difference of more than 3. On entering the vehicle, if the interior temperature is much colder
or warmer than the comfort value, there is no need to change
the

value displayed in order to obtain the comfort required.
The

system corrects the dif

ference in temperature automatically and
as

quickly as possible.
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SWITCHING THE SYSTEM OFF
F Turn the air flow control to the left until all of the indicator lamps go of
f.
This action switches off the air conditioning and the ventilation.
Temperature
related comfort is no longer guaranteed but a slight flow of
air

, due to the movement of the vehicle, can still be felt.
F Turn
the air flow dial to the right or press the
"AUT
O" button to
reactivate the system with the values set before it was switched off.
Avoid prolonged operation in interior air recirculation mode or
driving for long periods with the system off (risk of condensation
and
deterioration of the air quality).
8. Air intake / Air recirculation
F Press this button for recirculation of the interior air . The
indicator lamp in the button comes on.
Air recirculation enables the passenger compartment to be isolated from
exterior odours and smoke.
F

As soon as possible, press this button again to permit the intake of
outside air and prevent the formation of condensation.

The indicator
lamp on the button switches off.
9. Mono-zone / dual-zone
F Press this button to equalise the comfort value on the passenger's side with that on the driver's side (mono
zone).
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
REAR SCREEN DEMIST -
DEFROST
SWITCHING ON
The rear screen demisting/defrosting can only operate when the engine
is running.
F

Press this button to demist/defrost the rear screen and (depending
on version) the door mirrors.

The indicator lamp associated with
the button comes on.
SWITCHING OFF
The demisting/defrosting switches off automatically to prevent an
excessive consumption of current.
F

It is possible to stop the demisting/defrosting operation before it
is switched of

f automatically by pressing the button again. The
indicator lamp associated with the button switches off.
If the engine is switched off before the demisting/defrosting is
switched off automatically, demisting/defrosting will resume next
time the engine is switched on.
F

Switch of
f the demisting/defrosting of the rear screen and door
mirrors as soon as appropriate as lower current consumption
results in reduced fuel consumption. The control button is located on the heating or air conditioning
system control panel.
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COURTESY LAMP
A. Courtesy lamp
B.
Map reading lamps
COURTESY LAMP
In this position, the courtesy lamp comes on gradually:
-

when the vehicle is unlocked,
-


when the key is removed from the ignition,
-


when a door is opened,
-


when the remote control locking button is activated, in order to
locate your vehicle. It switches of

f gradually:
-
when the vehicle is locked,
-

when the ignition is switched on,
-

30 seconds after the last door is closed.
Permanently of
f.
Permanent lighting.
With the "permanent lighting" mode, the duration of lighting varies,
depending on the circumstances:
-
with the ignition of
f, approximately ten minutes,
-
in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds,
-

with the engine running, unlimited.
MAP
REA d ING LAMPS
F With the ignition on, press the corresponding switch.

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The duration of lighting varies, depending on the context:
-
when the ignition is of
f, approximately ten minutes,
-

in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds,
-


when the engine is running, no limit.
STORAGE BOX
This has areas for storing a box of spare bulbs, a first aid kit, the temporary puncture repair kit, a warning triangle, the removable ball
of the towbar system...
BOOT LAMPS
Your vehicle is fitted with two boot lamps; one in the right-hand boot side trim and a second in the centre under the rear shelf.
They come on automatically when the boot is opened and switch of f
automatically when the boot is closed.
They cannot be deactivated manually.
A second warning triangle can be stored in the boot lid trim.
For access to it:
F raise

the

floor

using

the

strap,
F

secure it in the vertical position behind the stops, located on
the sides of the boot.

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dAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
Daytime lighting, compulsory in certain countries, which comes on
automatically when the engine is started providing better visibility of \
the
vehicle by other road users.
In countries in which it is imposed by regulations:
-

by default, this function is activated and cannot be deactivated,
-


the dipped beam headlamps come on, associated with the
sidelamps and the number plate lamps.
For other countries where the vehicle is sold, this function is assured \

by

specific lamps.
The
lighting control stalk should be in position
"0"

or "AUTO".
This function can be activated or deactivated via the vehicle
configuration
menu.
Deactivation of the daytime running lamps is effective after
operation of the lighting control stalk or after the next engine
start; activation is immediate.
LEd LAMPS
They come on when the engine is started.
Depending on the destination country, they are used for:
-

daytime running lamps* in day mode and sidelamps in night mode
(they are brighter when daytime running lamps),


or
-

sidelamps in day and night mode.
Where

LED lamps are fitted, the filament bulbs for the daytime running
lamps / sidelamps in the front lamp units are not used.
*

function that can be set in the vehicle configuration menu.

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TRAjECTORY CONTROL SYSTEMS
dYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL ( d SC) AN d
ANTI

- SLIP

REGULATION (ASR)
The anti-slip regulation (also known as traction control) optimises
traction to prevent skidding of the wheels, by acting on the brakes of t\
he
driving wheels and on the engine.
The electronic stability control acts on the brake of one or more wheels\

and
on the engine to keep the vehicle on the trajectory required by the
driver

, within the limits of the laws of physics.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is
started.
These systems act on the operation of the engine and brakes as soon
as they detect a problem of grip or trajectory. This
is indicated by flashing of this warning lamp in the
instrument panel.
SNOW dRIVING ASSISTANCE
(I NTELLIGENT T RACTION C ONTROL )
Your vehicle has a system to help driving on snow: Intelligent Traction
Control.
This
automatic system continuously checks for situations of difficult
surface

adhesion that could make it difficult to move off or make
progress on deep fresh snow or compacted snow

.
In these situations, Intelligent Traction Control limits the amount of
wheel slip to provide the best traction and trajectory control.
In extremely severe conditions (deep snow, mud…), it can be useful to
temporarily deactivate the dynamic stability control and wheel anti-
slip systems to allow a degree of wheel spin and so recover grip.
It is recommended that the system be reactivated as soon as possible.
Snow tyres are strongly recommended on surfaces offering low levels
of adhesion.

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deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down,
stuck in snow, on soft ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the
DSC and ASR, so that the wheels can turn freely and regain grip.
Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of grip permits.
F
Press this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
The DSC

and ASR systems no longer act on the operation of the engine
and on the brakes in the event of a involuntary change of trajectory.
This action also deactivates the automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps (except for the 1.6 THP 270 hp version).
Reactivation
The systems are reactivated automatically every time the ignition is
switched back on.
You can also reactivate them manually:
F

Press this button again.
This action also reactivates the automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps (except for the 1.6

THP 270 hp version).
Operating fault
d

SC/ASR
The DSC and ASR systems offer increased safety in normal
driving, but they should not encourage the driver to take extra
risks or drive at high speed.
It is in difficult driving conditions (rain, snow, ice) that the risk of
loss of grip increases. It is therefore important for your safety to
keep the DSC and

ASR systems activated in all conditions, and
particularly
in difficult conditions.
The correct operation of these systems depends on observation
of the manufacturer's recommendations regarding as much the
wheels (tyres and rims), braking and electronic components as the
assembly and repair procedures used by PEUGEOT dealers.
To
benefit in full from the effectiveness of the DSC and
ASR

systems

in wintry conditions, the vehicle must be fitted with four
snow tyres, allowing the the vehicle to retain neutral behaviour on
the road.Illumination of this warning lamp and the lamp in the
deactivation button, accompanied by an audible signal and a
message, indicate a fault with the system.
Contact
a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system
checked.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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