handbrake Peugeot 206 CC 2001.5 User Guide

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The normal operation of the ABS may make itself felt by slight vibra-tions of the brake pedal. In emergency braking, press very firmly without releasing thepressure.
The ABS Anti-lock Braking System*
When used with approved tyres in
good condition, the ABS increases thestability and manoeuvrability of yourvehicle, particularly on poor or slipperyroad surfaces. The anti-lock braking system comes into operation automatically whenthere is a risk of wheel lock.
Handbrake Locking When parking, pull the handbrake to immobilise your vehicle. Unlocking Pull the handle and press the button to release the handbrake.
* According to specification.

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Changing a wheel 
Park the vehicle on level, stable
ground which is not slippery.
 Apply the handbrake, engage first
gear or reverse (position Pon the
automatic gearbox) and switch offthe ignition.
 Chock the rear of the wheel withshim 2diagonally opposite the
wheel to be changed.
Tools for changing a wheel 1 - Wheelbrace fitted to the lining of the boot on the rear right side.
2 - Shim stored in the jack bag.
3 - Jack (in a bag).
4 - Tool for removing wheel bolt trims Removing the wheel 
Remove the wheel trim* using the wheelbrace 1by pulling next to the valve.
 Loosen the wheel bolts (for vehicles fitted with alloy wheels, remove the chrome wheel bolts first; see ÔFeatures of alloy wheelsÕ, following page).
 Position the jack 3at one of the four locations Aunderneath the vehicle, as
close as possible to the wheel to be changed. Ensure that the entire surface ofthe jack base plate is in contact with the ground.
 Extend the jack 3.
 Remove the bolts and release the wheel.
* According to specification.

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Refitting the wheel 
After positioning the wheel, pre-tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace 1.
 Compress the jack 3and release it.
 Fully tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace 1.
 Replace the wheel trim*, starting at the valve passage hole, and press on it using the palm of the hand.
Replace the shim and the jack in their bag, then store the tools in the boot.For your safety, always change the wheel:
- on level, stable and non-slippery ground,
- with the handbrake applied and the ignition switched off,
- with the first or reverse gear engaged (position Pfor the auto-
matic gearbox),
- with the vehicle chocked using a shim.
Never go underneath a vehiclewhich is supported only by a jack(use an axle stand) .
After changing the wheel:
- As soon as possible contact a PEUGEOT dealer to check that the wheel bolts are tight.
* According to specification.

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Manual operation of the roof (emergency mode) In the event of
electric or hydraulic
malfunction of the roof, it is possible
to close it manually.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer to have the system checked. This is an emergency solution .
If at all possible, this operation is to be carried out by two people.  Lower the windows.
 Switch off the ignition.
 Remove the steering lock key.
 Apply the handbrake.
 Open the boot.
Unhook the screen and release it
while holding it steady.
 Using the Allen key 1located in the
insulated box of the repair aerosols,unscrew the screw 2a quarter turn.
 Pull cord 3to fold down the detach-
able rear shelf.
 Push the two catches 4while
pressing the roof cover to unlock it.
 Close the boot lid.
From the right rear side of the vehicle, open the roof cover com-
pletely, and, while holding it , lock it
by inserting the Allen key 1fully into
the mechanism.
 Lock the roof using the two hooks 5.
When closing the roof, take care not to trap yourhands in the mechanism.
 Take hold of the roof, unfold it (a significant amount of force is neces-sary) and bring it into contact withthe windscreen aperture.

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