engine Peugeot 407 2009 Owner's Guide
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Driving with the doors locked
may make access to the pas-
senger compartment by the
emergency services more
d i f fi c u l t i n a n e m e r g e n c y .
As a safety precaution (with chil-
dren on board), remove the ignition
key when you leave the vehicle,
even for a short time.
Do not repeatedly press the button
of your remote control out of range
and out of sight of your vehicle.
You run the risk of stopping it from
working and the remote control
would have to be reprogrammed.
When purchasing a second-hand ve-
hicle, have the key codes memorised
by a PEUGEOT dealer to ensure that
the keys in your possession are the
only ones which can start the vehicle.
D o n o t m a k e a n y m o d i fi c a t i o n s t o
the electronic engine immobiliser
system.
CHILD LOCK
This prevents opening of both of the
rear doors from the inside.
With the ignition on, press the button.
A m e s s a g e a p p e a r s o n t h e m u l t i -
function display.
This system is independent and does
not, in any circumstances, take the
place of the central locking control.
Electric mode
Always remove the ignition
key when leaving the vehicle,
even for a short time.
It is advisable to check that
the child lock is active each time the
ignition is switched on.
In the event of a serious impact, the
e l e c t r i c c h i l d l o c k i s d e a c t i v a t e d a u t o -
matically to permit the exit of the rear
passengers.
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CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY
Battery ref.: CR1620/3 volts.
To change the battery, unclip the casing
using a coin at the notch.
REPROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Switch off the ignition.
Switch the ignition on again.
P r e s s t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l l o c k i n g b u t -
ton immediately for a few seconds.
Switch off the ignition and remove
the remote control key from the
ignition lock. The remote control is
now working again.
If the remote control does not work
after the battery has been changed,
r e - p r o g r a m m e t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l .
ELECTRONIC ENGINE IMMOBILISER
Electronic engine immobiliser
indicator light It is accompanied by a message on
t h e m u l t i - f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y .
Your vehicle will not start.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not discard the batteries,
they contain metals which are
harmful to the environment.
T a k e t h e m t o a n a p p r o v e d c o l -
lection point. T h i s l o c k s t h e e n g i n e c o n t r o l s y s -
tem as soon as the ignition has been
switched off and therefore prevents
starting of the vehicle by anyone who
does not have the key.
The ignition key has an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, the code must be
recognised for starting to be possible.
If the system does not function correctly, the following indicator light comes on: If the keys are lost
V i s i t a P E U G E O T d e a l e r w i t h t h e v e -
h i c l e ' s V 5 r e g i s t r a t i o n c e r t i fi c a t e a n d
y o u r p e r s o n a l i d e n t i fi c a t i o n .
T h e P E U G E O T n e t w o r k w i l l b e a b l e t o r e -
trieve the key code and the transponder
code to order a replacement key.
Make a careful note of the
number on each key. The
key number is coded on the
label attached to the key.
If the keys are lost, a PEUGEOT
dealer can rapidly supply you with
new keys.
The high frequency remote control
is a sensitive system; do not ope-
rate it while it is in your pocket as
there is a possibility that it may un-
lock your vehicle, without you being
aware of it.
The remote control does not ope-
rate when the key is in the ignition,
even when the ignition is switched
off, except for reprogramming.
Do not operate the deadlocking
function if there is anyone inside
the vehicle.
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CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY
Battery ref.: CR1620/3 volts.
To change the battery, unclip the casing
using a coin at the notch.
REPROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Switch off the ignition.
Switch the ignition on again.
P r e s s t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l l o c k i n g b u t -
ton immediately for a few seconds.
Switch off the ignition and remove
the remote control key from the
ignition lock. The remote control is
now working again.
If the remote control does not work
after the battery has been changed,
r e - p r o g r a m m e t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l .
ELECTRONIC ENGINE IMMOBILISER
Electronic engine immobiliser
indicator light It is accompanied by a message on
t h e m u l t i - f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y .
Your vehicle will not start.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not discard the batteries,
they contain metals which are
harmful to the environment.
T a k e t h e m t o a n a p p r o v e d c o l -
lection point. T h i s l o c k s t h e e n g i n e c o n t r o l s y s -
tem as soon as the ignition has been
switched off and therefore prevents
starting of the vehicle by anyone who
does not have the key.
The ignition key has an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, the code must be
recognised for starting to be possible.
If the system does not function correctly, the following indicator light comes on: If the keys are lost
V i s i t a P E U G E O T d e a l e r w i t h t h e v e -
h i c l e ' s V 5 r e g i s t r a t i o n c e r t i fi c a t e a n d
y o u r p e r s o n a l i d e n t i fi c a t i o n .
T h e P E U G E O T n e t w o r k w i l l b e a b l e t o r e -
trieve the key code and the transponder
code to order a replacement key.
Make a careful note of the
number on each key. The
key number is coded on the
label attached to the key.
If the keys are lost, a PEUGEOT
dealer can rapidly supply you with
new keys.
The high frequency remote control
is a sensitive system; do not ope-
rate it while it is in your pocket as
there is a possibility that it may un-
lock your vehicle, without you being
aware of it.
The remote control does not ope-
rate when the key is in the ignition,
even when the ignition is switched
off, except for reprogramming.
Do not operate the deadlocking
function if there is anyone inside
the vehicle.
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Driving with the doors locked
may make access to the pas-
senger compartment by the
emergency services more
d i f fi c u l t i n a n e m e r g e n c y .
As a safety precaution (with chil-
dren on board), remove the ignition
key when you leave the vehicle,
even for a short time.
Do not repeatedly press the button
of your remote control out of range
and out of sight of your vehicle.
You run the risk of stopping it from
working and the remote control
would have to be reprogrammed.
When purchasing a second-hand ve-
hicle, have the key codes memorised
by a PEUGEOT dealer to ensure that
the keys in your possession are the
only ones which can start the vehicle.
D o n o t m a k e a n y m o d i fi c a t i o n s t o
the electronic engine immobiliser
system.
CHILD LOCK
This prevents opening of both of the
rear doors from the inside.
With the ignition on, press the button.
A m e s s a g e a p p e a r s o n t h e m u l t i -
function display.
This system is independent and does
not, in any circumstances, take the
place of the central locking control.
Electric mode
Always remove the ignition
key when leaving the vehicle,
even for a short time.
It is advisable to check that
the child lock is active each time the
ignition is switched on.
In the event of a serious impact, the
e l e c t r i c c h i l d l o c k i s d e a c t i v a t e d a u t o -
matically to permit the exit of the rear
passengers.
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Driving with the doors locked
may make access to the pas-
senger compartment by the
emergency services more
d i f fi c u l t i n a n e m e r g e n c y .
As a safety precaution (with chil-
dren on board), remove the ignition
key when you leave the vehicle,
even for a short time.
Do not repeatedly press the button
of your remote control out of range
and out of sight of your vehicle.
You run the risk of stopping it from
working and the remote control
would have to be reprogrammed.
When purchasing a second-hand ve-
hicle, have the key codes memorised
by a PEUGEOT dealer to ensure that
the keys in your possession are the
only ones which can start the vehicle.
D o n o t m a k e a n y m o d i fi c a t i o n s t o
the electronic engine immobiliser
system.
CHILD LOCK
This prevents opening of both of the
rear doors from the inside.
With the ignition on, press the button.
A m e s s a g e a p p e a r s o n t h e m u l t i -
function display.
This system is independent and does
not, in any circumstances, take the
place of the central locking control.
Electric mode
Always remove the ignition
key when leaving the vehicle,
even for a short time.
It is advisable to check that
the child lock is active each time the
ignition is switched on.
In the event of a serious impact, the
e l e c t r i c c h i l d l o c k i s d e a c t i v a t e d a u t o -
matically to permit the exit of the rear
passengers.
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"Rear screen open" warning
When the engine is running, if the
rear screen is not fully closed, you are
w a r n e d b y a m e s s a g e o n t h e m u l t i -
function display.
When the vehicle is moving (speed
greater than 6 mph (10 km/h)), if the
rear screen is not fully closed, you are
w a r n e d b y a n a u d i b l e s i g n a l , a m e s -
sage on the multifunction display and
lighting of the service warning light. Tailgate release
T h i s e n a b l e s t h e t a i l g a t e t o b e u n -
locked in the event of a central locking
fault.
- F o l d b a c k t h e r e a r s e a t s t o g a i n
access to the lock from inside the
boot,
- I n s e r t a s m a l l s c r e w d r i v e r i n t o h o l e A
of the lock to unlock the tailgate.
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FILLING WITH FUEL
The ignition must be switched
o f f a n d t h e v e h i c l e m u s t b e u n -
l o c k e d w h e n fi l l i n g w i t h f u e l . When this warning light comes
on in certain driving conditions
and depending on the engine,
the distance which can be
travelled with the fuel remaining may
be less than 30 miles (50 kilometres).
Note: should you run out of fuel, you
must add at least 6 litres.
Operating fault
A fuel gauge fault is indicated by the
fuel level indicator needle returning to
zero.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Fuel warning
A l a b e l a f fi x e d t o t h e i n s i d e o f t h e f u e l
fi l l e r fl a p i n d i c a t e s w h i c h t y p e o f f u e l
to use.
W h e n y o u fi l l y o u r t a n k , d o n o t c o n -
t i n u e a f t e r t h e t h i r d c u t - o f f o f t h e p u m p .
T h i s c o u l d c a u s e y o u r v e h i c l e t o m a l -
function.
T h e c a p a c i t y o f t h e t a n k i s a p p r o x i -
mately 67 litres.
A f t e r fi l l i n g t h e t a n k , s c r e w o n t h e
c a p a n d c l o s e t h e f u e l fi l l e r fl a p .
O p e n t h e f u e l fi l l e r fl a p .
Turn the cap to the left.
Remove the cap and hang the end
on the hook located on the inside
o f t h e fl a p . BioFlex engine
A Flex vehicle has been designed to
run on unleaded petrol (RON 95 or
RON 98) or ethanol (this is a mixture
c o n t a i n i n g 8 5 % e t h a n o l a n d 1 5 % u n -
leaded petrol, called E85).
So, regardless of the quantity of fuel
r e m a i n i n g i n y o u r t a n k a n d i r r e s p e c -
tive of its type (RON 95/RON 98, E85
o r a m i x t u r e o f t h e t w o ) , y o u c a n fi l l
your tank at any time with unleaded
petrol (RON 95 or RON 98) or ethanol
(E85).
There is no problem driving on unleaded
petrol only with this vehicle.
In winter conditions, starting the
e n g i n e f r o m c o l d m a y s o m e -
t i m e s p r o v e d i f fi c u l t . D u r i n g
these very cold periods you
are advised to favour unleaded petrol to
guarantee optimum starting conditions.
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Automatic switching on of the lights
T h e d i p p e d b e a m h e a d l a m p s s w i t c h
o n a u t o m a t i c a l l y i f t h e l i g h t i s p o o r a n d
when the windscreen wipers operate
continuously. They switch off when
the light is bright enough or the wind-
screen wipers stop.
Warning: in foggy weather or in snow,
the brightness sensor can detect suf-
fi c i e n t l i g h t . T h e l i g h t s w i l l n o t c o m e o n
a u t o m a t i c a l l y .
I f n e c e s s a r y , y o u m u s t s w i t c h t h e
d i p p e d h e a d l a m p s o n m a n u a l l y . Activation Manual "Follow-me-home"
lighting
When you leave your vehicle, the side
l i g h t s a n d d i p p e d h e a d l a m p s c a n b e
left on for a few seconds.
When the function is activated,
t h e i n d i c a t o r l i g h t c o m e s o n o n t h e
5 - d i a l i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l d i s p l a y .
T o d i s a r m o r a c t i v a t e t h e
function, pass via the
" P e r s o n a l i s a t i o n - c o n -
fi g u r a t i o n " m e n u o n y o u r
m u l t i f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y .
F o r s a f e t y r e a s o n s , a c t i v a t i o n /
d e a c t i v a t i o n o f t h e " A u t o m a t i c
switching on of the lights"
f u n c t i o n v i a t h e m e n u m u s t b e
carried out when stationary. To deactivate or activate the
" A u t o m a t i c f o l l o w - m e - h o m e
lighting" function, pass via the
" P e r s o n a l i s a t i o n - c o n fi g u -
ration" m e n u o n y o u r m u l t i -
function screen.
T h e d u r a t i o n o f t i m i n g c a n b e
set via the "Personalisation-
c o n fi g u r a t i o n " m e n u o f y o u r
m u l t i f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y .
Automatic "Follow-me-home"
lighting
When you leave your vehicle
with the
automatic switching on of the lights
activated, the side lights and dipped
h e a d l a m p s r e m a i n o n f o r t h e d u r a t i o n
selected after the ignition is switched
off.
Disarming
W h e n t h e f u n c t i o n i s d i s a r m e d ,
t h e i n d i c a t o r l i g h t c o m e s o n o n t h e
5 - d i a l i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l d i s p l a y .
D o n o t c o v e r t h e s u n s h i n e /
brightness sensor, located in
the centre of the windscreen.
It is used to regulate the air
c o n d i t i o n i n g a n d f o r t h e a u t o m a t i c
switching on of the lights.
If the sunshine/brightness sensor
does not function correctly, the side
l i g h t s a n d d i p p e d h e a d l a m p s c o m e o n .
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer. Activation:
switch off the engine,
" fl a s h " t h e h e a d l a m p s ,
get out of the vehicle and lock it.
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Automatic switching on of the lights
T h e d i p p e d b e a m h e a d l a m p s s w i t c h
o n a u t o m a t i c a l l y i f t h e l i g h t i s p o o r a n d
when the windscreen wipers operate
continuously. They switch off when
the light is bright enough or the wind-
screen wipers stop.
Warning: in foggy weather or in snow,
the brightness sensor can detect suf-
fi c i e n t l i g h t . T h e l i g h t s w i l l n o t c o m e o n
a u t o m a t i c a l l y .
I f n e c e s s a r y , y o u m u s t s w i t c h t h e
d i p p e d h e a d l a m p s o n m a n u a l l y . Activation Manual "Follow-me-home"
lighting
When you leave your vehicle, the side
l i g h t s a n d d i p p e d h e a d l a m p s c a n b e
left on for a few seconds.
When the function is activated,
t h e i n d i c a t o r l i g h t c o m e s o n o n t h e
5 - d i a l i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l d i s p l a y .
T o d i s a r m o r a c t i v a t e t h e
function, pass via the
" P e r s o n a l i s a t i o n - c o n -
fi g u r a t i o n " m e n u o n y o u r
m u l t i f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y .
F o r s a f e t y r e a s o n s , a c t i v a t i o n /
d e a c t i v a t i o n o f t h e " A u t o m a t i c
switching on of the lights"
f u n c t i o n v i a t h e m e n u m u s t b e
carried out when stationary. To deactivate or activate the
" A u t o m a t i c f o l l o w - m e - h o m e
lighting" function, pass via the
" P e r s o n a l i s a t i o n - c o n fi g u -
ration" m e n u o n y o u r m u l t i -
function screen.
T h e d u r a t i o n o f t i m i n g c a n b e
set via the "Personalisation-
c o n fi g u r a t i o n " m e n u o f y o u r
m u l t i f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y .
Automatic "Follow-me-home"
lighting
When you leave your vehicle
with the
automatic switching on of the lights
activated, the side lights and dipped
h e a d l a m p s r e m a i n o n f o r t h e d u r a t i o n
selected after the ignition is switched
off.
Disarming
W h e n t h e f u n c t i o n i s d i s a r m e d ,
t h e i n d i c a t o r l i g h t c o m e s o n o n t h e
5 - d i a l i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l d i s p l a y .
D o n o t c o v e r t h e s u n s h i n e /
brightness sensor, located in
the centre of the windscreen.
It is used to regulate the air
c o n d i t i o n i n g a n d f o r t h e a u t o m a t i c
switching on of the lights.
If the sunshine/brightness sensor
does not function correctly, the side
l i g h t s a n d d i p p e d h e a d l a m p s c o m e o n .
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer. Activation:
switch off the engine,
" fl a s h " t h e h e a d l a m p s ,
get out of the vehicle and lock it.
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Press one of the spokes of the steering
wheel.
HAZARD WARNING LAMPS
Automatic lighting of hazard
warning lights *
When braking in an emergency, de-
pending on the deceleration, the hazard
warning lights come on automatically.
T h e y s w i t c h o f f a u t o m a t i c a l l y t h e fi r s t
time you accelerate.
It is also possible to switch them off by
pressing the button.
* According to country.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESP)
This system is linked and complemen-
tary to the ABS system.
I n t h e e v e n t o f a s i g n i fi c a n t v a r i a t i o n
between the trajectory of the vehicle
and the path required by the driver,
the ESP monitors wheel by wheel and
acts automatically on the engine and
on the brake of one or more wheels, to
put the vehicle back on course, within
the limit of the laws of physics.
ESP operation The indicator light comes on. Disarming the ESP
In exceptional conditions (starting the
vehicle when it is stuck in the mud,
immobilised in snow, on unstable
ground...), it may be advisable to dis-
arm the ESP.
Press the "ESP OFF" switch, lo-
cated on the centre console.
The switch lights up and the warning
light comes on: the ESP no longer acts
on the operation of the engine.
Instrument panel indicator
light.
The system is triggered again:
automatically if the ignition is
switched off,
automatically above 30 mph (50 km/h),
manually by pressing the switch
again.
Press the button, the direction indicators
fl a s h .
They can operate with the ignition off.