towing Peugeot 406 2003 Owner's Manual

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Moving Off
To move off from position P:
 It is essential to press the brake pedal to exit position P (shift lock).
 Select the required function ( R, D, 3, 2or1), then gradually release the pressure on the brake pedal; the vehi-
cle will move off immediately.
You can also move off from position N:
 Release the handbrake, with your foot on the brake.
 Select the required function ( R, D, 3, 2 or 1) then gradually release the pressure on the brake pedal; the vehi-
cle will move off immediately.
The four speed automaticgearbox provides the comfort of integral automatic regulation, enhanced by a sport
programme (switch A) and a snow programme (switch B).
Gear selection gate  Move the lever in the gate to select one of the functions.
Once it has been selected, the indicator light for that function illuminates on the instrument panel display.
P ark (parking): for parkingthe vehicle and startingthe engine, with the handbrake on or off.
R everse: for reversing. Select this function with the vehicle stationary and the engine at idle.
N eutral: for startingthe engine and for parking, with the handbrake on.
D rive: for driving in auto-adaptive mode (automatic changing of the four gears).
3: for urban driving or driving on winding roads, (automatic changing of the first three gears only).
2: for driving on mountain roads or fortowing a trailer (automatic changing of the first two gears only).
1: for tackling steep gradients (selection of first gear only).
Special feature of the gearbox (1.8 litre, 2 litre petrol and 2 litre turbo diesel HDI) Selection of first gear is by press- ing switch Cwith the gear lever in
position 2.
To change out of first gear, pressswitch C again or operate
the lever.
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Luggage cover (estate) Pull the luggage cover towards you with both hands and position it in the notches A.
Guide the luggage cover back when closing it. Storage compartmentsThere are two storage compartments located behind the boot side trim.
To gain access to a compartment, pull the handle towards you and freethe panel by moving it upwards.
Rear parcel shelf
To remove:
turn control B, raise the rear of the shelf and remove it by pulling it
towards you.
To refit: insert the front part in the notches Cthen fold down the rear part.
LightThe boot light works when the boot is opened. Luggage net
The stowing rings allow the net to be placed in different positions. YOUR 406 IN DETAIL
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THE AUTOMATIC AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX The 4-gear
automaticgearbox provides the comfort of integral automatic
regulation, enhanced by a sport programme (switchA) and a snow
programme (switchB).
Gear selection gate
Ð Move the lever in the gate to select one of the functions. Once the position has been selected, the indicator light for that function is displayed on the instrument panel.
P ark (parking): for immobilisingthe vehicle and for startingthe engine, with the
handbrake on or off. R everse: to drive in reverse gear(select this position when the vehicle is sta-
tionary, engine at idle).N eutral: for starting the engine and forparking , with the handbrake on.
D rive: to drive in auto-adaptive mode (with automatic changing of the four
gears).3: for urban driving or for driving on winding roads(automatic changing of the
first three gears only).
2: for mountain roads or for towing a trailer (automatic changing of the first two
gears only).
1: or tackling steep gradients (selection of first gear only).
Special feature of the gearbox (1.8 and 2 litre petrol engines, 2 litre turbo diesel HDI engine) Selection of first gear is by pressing switch C, with the lever in position 2.
To change out of first gear, press switch Cagain or move the selector lever.
V6 Engine 1.8 litre and 2 litre petrol engines, 2 litre turbo diesel
HDIengine
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CHANGING A WHEEL Access to the spare wheel and jack Saloon:
lift the boot carpet using the
lifting hook. Secure the hook behind the boot seal. Estate: unscrew the two carpet
retaining screws a quarter turn using the ignition key or a coin. Lift the car-pet and secure the retaining hookbehind the tailgate seal. 7-seater estate: fold back the third
row seat, then lift the carpet to gain access to the spare wheel. Tools 1 -
Wheel brace.
2 - Centralising tool.
3 - Trim remover/wheel brace extension.
4 - Jack.
5 - Removable towing eye.
6 - Alloy wheel trim remover.
7 - Trim cap tool.
The tool holder supports the boot
floor. Reposition it to prevent any deforma- tion of the floor when loaded.
Tighten the spare wheel securing strap to prevent noise and for yoursafety in the event of a frontalimpact. Removal
Ð Park the vehicle on level, stable
and non-slippery ground.
Ð Apply the handbrake, engage first or reverse gear (position Pfor the
automatic gearbox).
Ð Remove the wheel trim using the wheelbrace by pulling next to the valve. For vehicles fitted with alloywheels 8, remove the centre trim
by using tool 6in one of the holes.
Ð Loosen the wheel bolts. For vehicles with alloy wheels 8,
remove the chrome trim caps before-
hand (see page on 'special featuresof alloy wheels' in this section).

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PETROL/LPG TWIN FUEL VERSION169
Puncture Insulated storage compartment This is located in the boot and con- tains:
Ð the temporary tyre repair cans 1
(your 406 LPG does not have a spare wheel),
Ð the adaptors 2necessary for filling
the LPG tank in some countries,
Ð the towing eye 3.
Fuses The LPG functions are protected by the two fuses Ain the fuse box
located in the engine compartment.
Using the repair cans (Refer to the directions on the cans also)
Ð if possible, remove the object
which caused the puncture,
Ð rotate the wheel so that the valve is in the same position as the figures 2 or 10 on a clock,
Ð shake the cans vigorously before use. In very cold weather, warmthe cans between your hands forfew minutes,
Ð hold the valve with one hand and with the other press the injectionnozzle on the can firmly onto thevalve, holding it straight,
Ð maintain the pressure firmly for one minute, Ð carry out the same operation with
the second can, then drive imme-
diately, at a moderate speed , to
the nearest garage.
The cans enable you to carry out
a temporary repair. After use, the tyre must be changed. As the cans are pressurized, they must not be exposed to a temper-ature above 50 ¡C. Store them away from heat in the insulated storage compartment.

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PETROL/LPG TWIN FUEL VERSION169
Puncture Insulated storage compartment This is located in the boot and con- tains:
Ð the temporary tyre repair cans 1
(your 406 LPG does not have a spare wheel),
Ð the adaptors 2necessary for filling
the LPG tank in some countries,
Ð the towing eye 3.
Fuses The LPG functions are protected by the two fuses Ain the fuse box
located in the engine compartment.
Using the repair cans (Refer to the directions on the cans also)
Ð if possible, remove the object
which caused the puncture,
Ð rotate the wheel so that the valve is in the same position as the figures 2 or 10 on a clock,
Ð shake the cans vigorously before use. In very cold weather, warmthe cans between your hands forfew minutes,
Ð hold the valve with one hand and with the other press the injectionnozzle on the can firmly onto thevalve, holding it straight,
Ð maintain the pressure firmly for one minute, Ð carry out the same operation with
the second can, then drive imme-
diately, at a moderate speed , to
the nearest garage.
The cans enable you to carry out
a temporary repair. After use, the tyre must be changed. As the cans are pressurized, they must not be exposed to a temper-ature above 50 ¡C. Store them away from heat in the insulated storage compartment.

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Fuse N¡ RatingFunctions
1 shuntCentral air bag.
25 AVentilation controls.
3 10 A Instrument panel.
45 AIgnition +ve signal for Built-in Systems Interface.
5Ð Not used.
6 10 ASteering wheel stalk.
7 15 AAlarm siren.
8 10 ASatellite navigation system.
95 ABattery +ve signal for Built-in Systems Interface.
10 15 A Audio equipment.
11 10 AThird brake light.
12 10 A Right-hand brake light.
13 20 ADriver's electric window.
14 30 ARear window power.
15 ÐBattery +ve towing socket.
16 20 AMemorisation of seats.
17 20 APassenger's electric seat.
18 10 A Lighter lighting - Display - Lighting for switches and ash tray, automatic gearbox selector lever.
Fascia fuse box
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Special features of the automatic gearbox When towing with four wheels on the ground, the following rules must beobeyed:
Ð gear lever in position N,
Ð tow the vehicle at less than 30 m.p.h. (50 km/h) over a maxi- mum distance of 30 miles (50 km).
Ð do not add oil to the gearbox.
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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Without lifting (4 wheels on the road)
You should always use a tow bar. The towing eye is inside the spare wheel. From the front:Lift the cover using the flat part of the towing eye.Screw in the towing eye until it locks.From the rear:Unclip the cover by passing your hand behind the bumper and pushing.Screw in the towing eye until it locks. Lifting (2 wheels on the road only) It is preferable to raise the vehicle by the wheels.
Never use the radiator crossmember.

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TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, BOAT ETC.
Only use original PEUGEOT tow bars that have been tested andapproved from the design stage ofyour vehicle. The tow bar must be fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Your vehicle is basically designed for transporting people and luggage butit may also be used for towing a
trailer. Driving with a trailer subjects the towing vehicle to more significantstress and its driver must be particu-larly careful. Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance.The maximum towing load must
be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude. Driving advice Distribution of loads: Distribute the
load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to theaxle and the nose weight approach-es the maximum permitted withoutexceeding it. Cooling:
Towing a trailer on a slope
increases the temperature of thecoolant. As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependenton the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the engine speed, and reduceyour speed. The maximum towing speed on a long slope depends on the gradientand the outside temperature. For vehicles fitted with a direct injec- tion petrol engine, after towing or dri-ving at high speed for a long periodof time, the fan may operate forapproximately 6 minutes. In all cases, pay attention to the coolant temperature. If the warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the engineas soon as possible. Tyres:
Check the tyre pressures of
the towing vehicle and the trailer,observing the recommended pres-sures. Brakes: Towing increases the braking
distance. Lights: Check the electrical sig-
nalling on the trailer.Side wind: Take into acount the
increased sensitivity to side wind.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 40651
HEAVY DUTY LUGGAGE NET (Estate) The heavy duty luggage net may be installed behind the front seats (in the front position)or behind the rear seats (in the
rear position) .
Luggage net fixings in the front position
Ð Fold down the rear seats (see section on 'Rear seats, Estate').
Ð Open the corresponding top fixings.
Ð Detach the anchor points.
Ð Locate the ends of the metal bar in these fixings.
Ð Fix the two hooks of the inside straps of the net in the stowing holes provided on the frame brackets of the rear seats.
Ð Tighten the two straps. Luggage net fixings in the rear position
Ð Remove the rear parcel shelf.
Ð Open the corresponding top fixings.
Ð Detach the anchor points.
Ð Locate the ends of the metal bar in these fixings.
Ð Fix the two hooks of the inside straps of the net in the
stowing holes on the floor.
Ð Tighten the two straps. Note: The stowing rings are located perpendicular to the
corresponding top fixings.
FRONT POSITION
REAR POSITON