Peugeot 607 Dag 2002.5 Owner's Manual
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ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED SUSPENSION The suspension adapts automatical- ly and instantly to different drivingstyles and road characteristics,improving the comfort of the occu-pants and the vehicle's road holdingcapabilities. The suspension favours smooth shock absorption, ensuring a com-fortable ride, but as soon as condi-tions demand a change (sporty dri-ving, tight bends, avoidance action,etc.) it automatically selects firmershock absorption, guaranteeing opti-mum road holding.Selecting the SPORT position
Press switch 1, the SPORT indi-
cator light will come on,accompanied by an audiblesignal. In this position, the suspen- sion is maintained in the
SPORT position.
To return to automatic opera-tion
Press switch 1again. The indicator
light will go out and the
AUTO indicator light comes
on, accompanied by an audi-ble signal.
Operating check This is confirmed by the switch light
and the indicator lights. The switchlight comes on for approximatelythree seconds every time the ignitionis switched on. If the switch light flashes or if the indicator light comes on, accompa-nied by an audible signal and themessage ' Hydraulic suspension
pressure insufficient' , contact your
PEUGEOT dealer.
HANDBRAKE ApplyingWhen parking, pull the handbrake to immobilise your vehicle.
Warning: when parking on a slope,
direct your wheels towards the pave- ment and apply the handbrake. ReleasingPull the handle and press the button to release the handbrake.
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Operating check
When a malfunction of the sys- tems occurs, the switch lightflashes and the warning lightcomes on, accompanied by anaudible signal and the mes-
sage 'ESP/ASR system faulty' on the
multi-function display.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have the system checked.
Disarming the ASR/ESP systems In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down, stuck
in snow, on soft ground...), it may be
advisable to disarm the ASR system,so that the wheels can move freelyand regain grip.
Press the 'ESP OFF'
switch, located under thesteering wheel to the left.
The switch lights up and thewarning light comes on,accompanied by an audiblesignal and the message
'ASR/ESP system de-acti-vated' on the multiÐfunction
display : the ASR and ESP systems
no longer have any effect on theengine operation. These are triggered again :
automatically if the ignition is
switched off,
manually by pressing the switchagain.DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP) AND
TRACTION CONTROL (ASR) These systems are linked and com-
plementary to the ABS system. In the event of a significant variation between the trajectory of the vehicle
and the path required by the driver,
the ESP system acts automaticallyon the engine and on the brake ofone or more wheels, to put the vehi-cle back on course. The traction control (ASR) system optimises drive, in order to avoid thewheels slipping, by acting on thebrakes of the drive wheels and onthe engine. It also enables the direc-tional stability of the vehicle to beimproved during acceleration. Operation of the ESP
and ASR systems
When one of the two sys-tems is in operation, thisindicator light flashes.
The ESP system offers exceptional safety in nor-mal driving, but this shouldnot encourage the driver totake extra risks or drive at
high speed. The correct functioning of this sys- tem depends on observation of themanufacturer's recommendationsregarding wheels (tyres and rims),the braking components and theelectronic components, as well asthe PEUGEOT assembly andoperation procedures. After an impact, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
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CRUISE CONTROL Cruise control enables the vehicle to maintain a steady speed programmed
by the driver, regardless of the roadcharacteristics and without the driverhaving to touch the accelerator orbrake pedals. In order for it to be memorised, the vehicle speed must be greater than25 mph (40 km/h) or 40 mph (60km/h), (according to engine). Operation
Place the ring of switch 1in the ON
position. The indicator lightwill come on accompaniedby an audible signal.
A speed can be memorised.
Place the ring of switch 1 in the OFF position to cancel.
Memorising a speed As soon as you reach the chosen speed, push stalk 1upwards or
downwards. This memorises thespeed, which will be maintained
automatically. Note : it is possible to accelerate
momentarily without disarming the cruise control. Cancelling the memorised speed
If you wish to cancel the memorisedspeed :
Pull stalk 1towards you or press
the brake or clutch pedal.
Recalling the memorisedspeed
After cancellation, flick stalk 1 upwards or downwards. Your vehicle
will return to the last memorised speed.
Changing a memorised speed
To memorise a speed higher than the previous one:
keep stalk 1pressed upwards;
release it when you have reachedthe required speed.
To memorise a speed lower than theprevious one : keep stalk 1pressed downwards;
release it when you have reachedthe required speed.
Disarming the cruise control place the ring in the OFFposition
or switch off the ignition.
Do not use cruise control on slippery roads or inheavy traffic.
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If there is an operating fault, the audible signal willbe a short bleep followedby a long bleep when
changing to reverse gear.
REAR PARKING ASSISTANCE
This system consists of four proximity
sensors, located in the rear bumper,and a special speaker fitted under therear parcel shelf. It detects any obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, pavement etc.) behind thevehicle. Note:
this function will be disarmed
when the vehicle is towing a trailer (vehicle fitted with towing attachmentrecommended by PEUGEOT). In win-
ter, ensure that the sensors are not
covered with frost or snow.
Activation The system is activated as soon as reverse gear is engaged; an audiblebleep shows that it is active. An audible signal indicates the prox-
imity of the obstacle. This signalbecomes more rapid as the vehicleapproaches the obstacle. When the distance between the rear of the vehicle and the obstacle isless than approximately twenty-fivecentimetres, the audible signalbecomes continuous. Deactivation
Change to neutral, the system
becomes inactive.
Detection zone
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FRONT AIR BAGS These are folded in the centre of the steering wheel for the driver and in
the fascia for the front passenger.
They are deployed simultaneously,except in cases where the air bag isdisarmed. Front air bag malfunctionIf this warning light comes on, accompanied by abuzzer and the message"Air bag fault" on the multi-
function display, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer to have the sys-tem checked.
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AIR BAGS The air bags have been designed to maximise the safety of the occupantsin the event of serious collisions;they work in conjunction with theforce limiting seat belts. In the event of a serious collision, the electronic detectors record andanalyse any abrupt deceleration ofthe vehicle: if the triggering thresholdis reached, the air bags inflateinstantly and protect the occupantsof the vehicle. Immediately after the impact, the air
bags deflate rapidly, so that they donot hinder the visibility of the occu-pants nor their possible exit from thevehicle. The air bags will not be deployed in collisions which are not serious, for
which the seat belt is sufficient to
provide maximum protection. Theseriousness of the collision dependson the nature of the obstacle and thespeed of the vehicle at the momentof impact. Air bags only operate when the ignition is switched on. Note: the gas escaping from the air
bags can be a minor irritant.
Disarming the passenger air bag*
To ensure the safety of your child, it is essential to disarm the pas-senger air bag when you install arear-facing child seat on the frontpassenger seat. With the ignition switched off, insert the key into the passengerair bag disarming switch 1, turn it
to the "OFF"position, then
remove the key keeping the slotin this position. The air bag warning light on the instrument panel is lit throughoutthe disarming process.
* According to destination
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In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the event of an impact. As soon as the child seat is removed, turn the air bag slot to the"ON" position to re-activate the air
bag and thus ensure the safety ofyour passenger in the event of animpact. Operating check This is confirmed by an indicator light, accompanied by an audible sig-nal and a message on the multi-func-
tion display.
With the ignition on (2ndnotch), illumination of thiswarning light accompaniedby an audible signal and themessage "Passenger air
bag disarmed" on the multi-function
display, indicates that the passengerair bag is disarmed (switch in the"OFF" position). SIDE AIR BAGS AND
CURTAIN AIR BAGS The side air bags are incorporated into the frame of the front seat back,on the door side. The curtain air bags are incorporated into the door pillars and the upperpart of the passenger compartment. They are deployed independently of each other depending on which sidethe collision occurs. Operating check This is confirmed by a light on the instrument panel, accompanied byan audible signal and a message on
the multiÐfunction display.
If this indicator light comes on, accompanied by anaudible signal and the mes-sage 'Air bag(s) faulty' ,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer
to have the system checked.
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For the air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety precautions:
¥ Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
¥ Sit in a normal, upright position.
¥ Do not leave any accessories, objects or pets between the occupants and the air bags. This could hinder the operation of the air bags or injure the occupants.
¥ All work on the air bag system is strictly prohibited unless it is carried out by an approved PEUGEOT dealer.
¥ After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen or broken into, have the air bag systems checked.
¥ The air bag systems have been designed to be fully operational for 10 years from the date of vehicle registration.
For added safety, have them checked by a PEUGEOT dealer within 10 years of purchase of the vehicle.
Front air bags ¥ Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or with your hands on the centre pad of the steering wheel.
¥ Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
¥ Refrain from smoking as much as possible; deployment of the air bag can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or a pipe.
Side air bags ¥ Do not fasten or glue anything to the backs of the front seats; this could cause injury to the chest or arms when theside air bag inflates.
¥ Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than is necessary.
¥ Only put approved covers on the seats. Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.
Curtain air bags ¥ Do not fasten or glue anything to the door pillars or to the roof as this could cause head injuries when the curtain airbag inflates.
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In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the event of an impact. As soon as the child seat is removed, turn the air bag slot to the"ON" position to re-activate the air
bag and thus ensure the safety ofyour passenger in the event of animpact. Operating check This is confirmed by an indicator light, accompanied by an audible sig-nal and a message on the multi-func-
tion display.
With the ignition on (2ndnotch), illumination of thiswarning light accompaniedby an audible signal and themessage "Passenger air
bag disarmed" on the multi-function
display, indicates that the passengerair bag is disarmed (switch in the"OFF" position). SIDE AIR BAGS AND
CURTAIN AIR BAGS The side air bags are incorporated into the frame of the front seat back,on the door side. The curtain air bags are incorporated into the door pillars and the upperpart of the passenger compartment. They are deployed independently of each other depending on which sidethe collision occurs. Operating check This is confirmed by a light on the instrument panel, accompanied byan audible signal and a message on
the multiÐfunction display.
If this indicator light comes on, accompanied by anaudible signal and the mes-sage 'Air bag(s) faulty' ,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer
to have the system checked.
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For the air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety precautions:
¥ Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
¥ Sit in a normal, upright position.
¥ Do not leave any accessories, objects or pets between the occupants and the air bags. This could hinder the operation of the air bags or injure the occupants.
¥ All work on the air bag system is strictly prohibited unless it is carried out by an approved PEUGEOT dealer.
¥ After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen or broken into, have the air bag systems checked.
¥ The air bag systems have been designed to be fully operational for 10 years from the date of vehicle registration.
For added safety, have them checked by a PEUGEOT dealer within 10 years of purchase of the vehicle.
Front air bags ¥ Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or with your hands on the centre pad of the steering wheel.
¥ Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
¥ Refrain from smoking as much as possible; deployment of the air bag can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or a pipe.
Side air bags ¥ Do not fasten or glue anything to the backs of the front seats; this could cause injury to the chest or arms when theside air bag inflates.
¥ Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than is necessary.
¥ Only put approved covers on the seats. Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.
Curtain air bags ¥ Do not fasten or glue anything to the door pillars or to the roof as this could cause head injuries when the curtain airbag inflates.
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2 litre 16 V petrol engine 1 -
Windscreen / headlamp wash
reservoir.
2 - Power steering reservoir. 3 -
Coolant reservoir.
4 - Dipstick.
5 - Engine oil filler cap.
6 - Air filter. 7 -
Battery.
8 - Fuse box.
9 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.