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Handbrake, low brake fluid level and fault inElectronic BrakeForce Distributionsystem warning light
Linked with the central STOP warning light. Indicates either:
- that the handbrake is on or has not been released correctly,
- an excessive drop in the brake fluid level (if the light remains lit even with the handbrakereleased),
- a fault in the Electronic Brake Force Distribution system if lit
simultaneously with the ABS warn-ing light.
Stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
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A permantly lit warning light or one that flashes, with the enginerunning, indicates an operatingfault in the relevant unit. Somewarning lights may be accompa-nied by an audible signal and amessage on the multifunctionscreen. Do not ignore this warning: contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as
possible. If the Central STOPwarning light comes on when youare driving, stop immediatelywhere it is safe to do so.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light This comes on for 3 seconds
each time the ignition is switched on. If the warning light remains on or comes on above 7 mph (12 km/h),
this indicates an ABS malfunction.
However, the vehicle retains con- ventional servo-assisted braking. Lighting of this warning light is accompanied by an audible signaland the message "ABS fault"on
the multifunction display.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Engine oil pressure warning light Linked with the central
STOP warning light.
Stop immediately.This warning light indicates either:
- insufficient oil pressure,
- lack of oil in the lubrication circuit. Top up the oil level.
- oil temperature which is too high. Switching on of the warning light is accompanied by an audible signal.
To lower the oil temperature,reduce your speed.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Coolant temperature and low level warninglight
Linked with the central STOP warn- ing light.
Stop immediately.Allow the engine to cool before top- ping up. The cooling system is pressurised.In the event of breakdown and to prevent the risk of scalding , turn
the cap twice to allow the pressureto drop. Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top up the level.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Central STOP warning light Linked with the warn-
ing light for the "engine oil pressure", the "coolant temperature and lowlevel gauge", the "handbrake", the"brake fluid low level" and ''electro-nic braking system fault''. Stop immediately if the light is flashing with the engine running.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Front and side air bags warning light The warning light comes on
for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. Switching on of this warning light, with the engine running, is accom-panied by an audible signal and amessage on the multifunction dis-play indicating a fault in the air bags.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Seat belt not fastened warning light*
When the ignition is switched on,the warning light comes on when
the driver has not fastened his seat belt.
Engine autodiagnos- tics warning light This comes on each time
the ignition is switched on. If it comes on when the engine isrunning, it indicates a malfunction inthe injection, ignition or emission
control system. There is a risk of
damage to your catalytic converter.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer rapidly.
Low fuel level warning light
When the warning light first
comes on, you have enough fuel to drive at least 30 miles (50 km) (the tank capacity is
approximately 47 litres (10.3 gallons)).
Coolant temperature indicator light
- When the needle is in zone (A), the
temperature is correct.
- When the needle is in zone ( B), the
temperature is too high. The cen- tral STOP warning light flashes.
You must stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to destination.
Dynamic stability control (ESP/ASR)warning light
This comes on for a few seconds each time the ignition is switchedon.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer if the ESP/ASR switch indicator lightflashes and this warning lightremains on or comes on with theengine running, vehicle moving. With the engine running and the vehicle moving, it flashes if thesystem is activated. It comes on permanently when the system is disarmed.
Passenger air bag disarming indicator light* Switching on of this indica-
tor light is accompanied by an audi- ble signal and the message''Passenger air bag deactivated''
on the multifunction display. If the passenger air bag is disarmed, the indicator light switches on andremains on. In all cases, if the warning light flashes, contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Battery charge warning light
This can indicate any of the follow- ing situations:
- faulty operation of the charging circuit,
- loose battery or starter terminals,- a cut or slack alternator belt,- an alternator fault.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Front and side air bags warning light The warning light comes on
for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. Switching on of this warning light, with the engine running, is accom-panied by an audible signal and amessage on the multifunction dis-play indicating a fault in the air bags.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Seat belt not fastened warning light*
When the ignition is switched on,the warning light comes on when
the driver has not fastened his seat belt.
Engine autodiagnos- tics warning light This comes on each time
the ignition is switched on. If it comes on when the engine isrunning, it indicates a malfunction inthe injection, ignition or emission
control system. There is a risk of
damage to your catalytic converter.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer rapidly.
Low fuel level warning light
When the warning light first
comes on, you have enough fuel to drive at least 30 miles (50 km) (the tank capacity is
approximately 47 litres (10.3 gallons)).
Coolant temperature indicator light
- When the needle is in zone (A), the
temperature is correct.
- When the needle is in zone ( B), the
temperature is too high. The cen- tral STOP warning light flashes.
You must stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to destination.
Dynamic stability control (ESP/ASR)warning light
This comes on for a few seconds each time the ignition is switchedon.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer if the ESP/ASR switch indicator lightflashes and this warning lightremains on or comes on with theengine running, vehicle moving. With the engine running and the vehicle moving, it flashes if thesystem is activated. It comes on permanently when the system is disarmed.
Passenger air bag disarming indicator light* Switching on of this indica-
tor light is accompanied by an audi- ble signal and the message''Passenger air bag deactivated''
on the multifunction display. If the passenger air bag is disarmed, the indicator light switches on andremains on. In all cases, if the warning light flashes, contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Battery charge warning light
This can indicate any of the follow- ing situations:
- faulty operation of the charging circuit,
- loose battery or starter terminals,- a cut or slack alternator belt,- an alternator fault.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Normal operation of the ABS may make itself felt by slight vibrationsof the brake pedal. In emergency braking, press very firmly without releasingthe pressure.ANTI-LOCK BRAKING
SYSTEM (ABS) AND THEELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCEDISTRIBUTION (EBFD)
The ABS, in conjunction with the electronic brake force distribution,increases the stability and manoe-vrability of your vehicle, particularlyon poor or slippery road surfaces. Note:
when changing wheels (tyres
and rims), make sure that these are approved. The anti-lock braking system comes into operation automatically whenthere is a risk of wheel lock.
When this warning lightcomes on, accompanied bya buzzer and the message"ABS fault" , it indicates
that there is a malfunction of theABS, which can cause a loss ofcontrol of the vehicle when braking.
HANDBRAKE Applying Pull the handbrake to immobilise your vehicle.
Warning:
when parking on a slope,
direct your wheels towards the pavement and pull the handbrake. Releasing Pull on the handle and press the button to release the handbrake.
Illumination of this warninglight and of the STOPwarning
light, accompanied by an audi-ble signal (while the vehicle is
being driven) and the message "hand-
brake on" on the multi-function display,
indicates that the handbrake is still onor has not been properly released.
EMERGENCY BRAKING
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
In an emergency, this system enables the optimum braking pres-
sure to be reached more quickly,thus reducing the stopping distance. It is triggered by the speed at which
the brake pedal is activated. The
effect of this is a reduction in theresistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking efficiency. In the event of emergency braking, depending on the force of the decel-eration, the hazard warning lights are
switched on automatically. They are
switched off automatically on accel-eration.
When this warning lightcomes on, connected to the
STOP and ABS warning
lights, accompanied by a
buzzer and the message 'Braking
fault' , it indicates that there is a mal-
function of the electronic brake forcedistribution, which can cause a loss ofcontrol of the vehicle when braking.
Stop immediately.In both cases, consult a PEUGEOT
dealer.
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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 incases where the passenger air bag isdisarmed.
Front air bag fault
If this warning light comeson, accompanied by anaudible signal and the mes-sage "Air bag fault" on the
multifunction display, con-
tact a PEUGEOT dealer to have thesystem checked.
AIR BAGS The air bags have been designed to maximise the safety of the occu-pants in the event of serious colli-
sions. They work in conjunctionwith the force-limiting seat belts. The electronic detectors register and analyse any abrupt decelera-tion of the vehicle: if the triggeringthreshold is reached, the air bagsinflate instantly and protect theoccupants of the vehicle. Immediately after the impact, the air bags deflate rapidly so that they donot hinder the visibility of the occu-pants nor their exit if necessary fromthe vehicle. The air bags are not deployed in the case of collisions which are not seri-
ous, for which the seat belt is suffi-cient to ensure maximum protection.The seriousness of a collisiondepends on the nature of the obsta-cle and the speed of the vehicle atthe moment of the collision. 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 onthe instrument panel is litthroughout the disarmingprocess.
* According to destination.