tow PEUGEOT 206 2003 Owner's Manual

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CHECKS Battery
At the start of winter, have your bat-
tery checked by a PEUGEOT deal-
er. Air filter and passenger compartment filter Have the filter elements replaced regu-
larly. If you drive in dusty conditions,
change them twice as often .
Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehi-cles which are used in town, overshort distances. It may be necessary to check the thickness of the pads, even betweenservices. Handbrake Where the handbrake travel is too great or there is a reduction in theperformance of the system, thehandbrake should be adjusted, evenbetween services. Have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer. Manual gearbox This does not need an oil change. Check the level, according to themanufacturer's servicing schedule. Automatic gearbox This does not need an oil change. Have the level checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer, according to themanufacturer's servicing schedule. Oil filter
Change the filter regularly, in accor- dance with the servicing schedule.
Only use products recom-
mended by PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor- mance from compo-
nents as important as the powersteering and the braking system,PEUGEOT selects and offersquite specific products.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL (DIESEL) If you should run out of fuel, it is neces- sary to re-prime the circuit: 1.4 litre HDI engine
Ð fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of diesel,
Ð operate the manual re-priming pump, until fuel appears in the transparent pipe under the bonnet,
Ð operate the starter until the engine starts.

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Refitting the wheel
Ð After positioning the wheel, lightly pre-tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
Ð Compress the jack and release it.
Ð Fully tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
Ð Replace the trim except in the case of a space-saver spare wheel, starting atthe valve passage hole, and press it on using the palm of the hand.
Note: If the vehicle is fitted in production with a wheel anti-theft lock, the trim cap on the anti-theft bolt is in two parts.
Replacing the wheel in the carrier
Ð Replace the jack storage box in the wheel.
Ð Replace the support spacer 3by clipping it to the space-saving spare wheel.
Ð Replace the wheel in the carrier directing the spacer 3along the centre line of
the vehicle, with the opening towards the front as shown in the diagram above (for a space-saving spare wheel only).
Ð Lift the wheel then the carrier and reposition the hook.
Ð Do not forget to fully tighten the spare wheel carrier retaining bolt.
Ð Stow the wheelbrace.
For your safety, always change a wheel:
Ð on level, stable and non slippery ground,
Ð with the handbrake applied,
Ð wiith first or reverse gear engaged,
Ð with the vehicle chocked using the jack storage box,
Ð never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack (use an axle stand).
After changing the wheel
Ð Have the tightening of the bolts and the pressure of the spare tyre checked as soon as possi-
ble by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Ð Have the punctured tyre repaired and replace it on thevehicle as soon as possible.
Ð The space-saver spare wheel fitted with a 115/70 R 15 tyremust only be used temporarily:
Ð inflation pressure: 4.2 bars(60 p.s.i.),
Ð maximum speed: 80 km/h.

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Refitting the wheel
Ð After positioning the wheel, lightly pre-tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
Ð Compress the jack and release it.
Ð Fully tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
Ð Replace the trim except in the case of a space-saver spare wheel, starting atthe valve passage hole, and press it on using the palm of the hand.
Note: If the vehicle is fitted in production with a wheel anti-theft lock, the trim cap on the anti-theft bolt is in two parts.
Replacing the wheel in the carrier
Ð Replace the jack storage box in the wheel.
Ð Replace the support spacer 3by clipping it to the space-saving spare wheel.
Ð Replace the wheel in the carrier directing the spacer 3along the centre line of
the vehicle, with the opening towards the front as shown in the diagram above (for a space-saving spare wheel only).
Ð Lift the wheel then the carrier and reposition the hook.
Ð Do not forget to fully tighten the spare wheel carrier retaining bolt.
Ð Stow the wheelbrace.
For your safety, always change a wheel:
Ð on level, stable and non slippery ground,
Ð with the handbrake applied,
Ð wiith first or reverse gear engaged,
Ð with the vehicle chocked using the jack storage box,
Ð never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack (use an axle stand).
After changing the wheel
Ð Have the tightening of the bolts and the pressure of the spare tyre checked as soon as possi-
ble by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Ð Have the punctured tyre repaired and replace it on thevehicle as soon as possible.
Ð The space-saver spare wheel fitted with a 115/70 R 15 tyremust only be used temporarily:
Ð inflation pressure: 4.2 bars(60 p.s.i.),
Ð maximum speed: 80 km/h.

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Without lifting (four wheels on the ground)
You must always use a tow bar.
Saloon and 206 GTi 180 From the front or the rearAttach the tow bar to the towing eye. 206 SW From the front , attach the tow bar to the towing eye.
From the rear:Ð unclip the cover using a coin,Ð screw in the towing eye (located in the jack storage compartment) as far as it will go.
By lifting (two wheels only on the ground) It is preferable to lift the vehicle by the wheels.
Special features of the automatic gearbox When towing with all four wheels on the ground, the following rules mustbe adhered to:
Ð gear lever in position N,
Ð tow the vehicle at a speed less than 30 mph (50 km/h) over a dis- tance of not more than 30 miles(50 km),
Ð do not add oil to the gearbox.
Saloon and 206 GTi 180 rear towing eye206 SW rear towing eye
Never use the radiator crossmember.
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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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 primarily designed for transporting people and luggage but it
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.Above 1 000 metres, the maximumtowing load must be reduced by 10 %
and so on for every 1 000 metres ofaltitude. 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 approachesthe maximum permitted withoutexceeding it. Cooling: Towing a trailer on a slope
increases the temperature of the coolant. 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 load on a long slope depends on the gradient andthe outside temperature. In all cases, pay attention to thecoolant 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 of the trailer, observing the recommended pres-sures. Braking: Towing increases the
braking distance. Lights: Check the electrical signalling
on the trailer.Side wind: Take into acount the
increased sensitivity to side wind.

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206 ACCESSORIES
For your PEUGEOT only use accessories and original parts approved by the manufacturer.
These accessories and parts are all adapted to your PEUGEOT, after being tested and approved for reliability and safety,
which PEUGEOT cannot guarantee for other products.
A wide choice of original accessories, approved by PEUGEOT, is available through the dealer network. They all carry the
PEUGEOT guarantee.
Safety : Anti-theft alarms, window engraving, wheel locks, warning triangle, first aid kit, ...
Protection : Covers compatible with side air bags (saloon and 206 SW), carpets, boot tray, ...
Communication : Audio/telephone, hands-free kit, on-board satellite navigation system, CD changers, radios, speakers, radio trim, rear shelf fitted with 4 speakers (saloon), ...
Customising : Alloy wheels, trims, sunroof*, front fog lamps, mud flaps, tailgate spoiler (saloon), sportexhaust, aluminium and wood panel trim, door sills, body kit, wing extenders, ...
* To fit a sunroof, it is essential that only original PEUGEOT products are used.
Comfort : Centre armrest, writing table, passenger seat protection, large storage box (saloon and
206 SW)**, bottle holder, CD or cassette storage, telephone console, door deflectors, undershelf storage (saloon), ...
** With "modifiable seats" option only.
Leisure : Tow bar, roof bars, roof boxes, ski carrier, bicycle carrier***, snow chains, ...
*** Do not fit the bicycle carrier on the spoiler or on the rear screen.
Children : Booster seats and child seats, Kiddy Isofix seat, sun blinds, ...
Maintenance products : Windscreen wash fluid, interior and exterior maintenance and cleaning products, ...
Va n : Kit for conversion into a van, ...
Before fitting an electrical accessory in your vehicle, consult a PEUGEOT dealer.

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3 and 5 DOOR
Engine 1.1 litre 1.4 litre 1.4 litre
1.6 litre 16V 1.6 litre 16V 2 litre 16V 2 litre 16V
GearboxManual Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Manual
Model codes: HFX KFWF/A KFWR NFUF NFUR RFN
2CRFKA/IFK6D
¥ Kerb weight 985 1 025 1 055 1 100 1 055 1 125 1 159
¥ Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 1 405 1 450 1 480 1 567 1 614 1 560 1 550
¥ Gross train weight (GTW)* 1 920 2 365 2 395 2 467 2 504 2 475 2 450
¥ Unbraked trailer 485 510 525 550 550 560 575
¥ Braked trailer (within GTW) 700 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100
WEIGHTS AND TOWING LOADS SALOON AND 206 GTi 180** (IN KG)
3 and 5 DOOR VANS
Engine 1.4 litre HDI 1.9 litre D 2 litre HDI 2 litre HDI 1.1 litre 1.4 litre HDI 1.9 litre D
(ECO)
Gearbox Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual
Model codes: 8HX WJY RHY RHYU HFXU 2S8HXF WJYU 2SHFX 2SWJY
¥ Kerb weight 1 061 1 084 1 145 1 145 900 1 049 1 000
¥ Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 1 525 1 525 1 585 1 585 1 405 1 525 1 525
¥ Gross train weight (GTW)* 2 425 2 440 2 500 2 500 1 920 2 425 2 440
¥ Unbraked trailer 530 540 570 500 485 524 540
¥ Braked trailer (within GTW) 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100 700 1 100 1 100
* In the case of a towing vehicle, the speed is limited to 60 mph (100 km/h). ** During the year, according to destination.

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5 DOOR
Engine 1.1 litre 1.4 litre 1.6 litre 16V 1.6 litre 16V 2 litre 16V 1.4 litre HDI 2 litre HDI
GearboxManual Manual Manual Automatic Manual Manual Manual
Model codes: HFX KFW NFUF NFUR RFN 8HX RHY
¥ Kerb weight 1 065 1 074 1 148 1 190 1 192 1 110 1 191
¥ Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 1 485 1 499 1 563 1 585 1 562 1 535 1 611
¥ Gross train weight (GTW)* 1 985 2 399 2 463 2 485 2 462 2 435 2 511
¥ Unbraked trailer 500 500 500 500 500 500 500
¥ Braked trailer (within GTW) 700 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100 1 100
WEIGHTS AND TOWING LOADS 206 SW (IN KG)
* In the case of a towing vehicle, the speed is limited to 60 mph (100 km/h).
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