engine Peugeot 406 Break 2002 User Guide

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1 -
Fuel filler cap warning light.
2 - Door open warning light.
3 - Dipped beam headlamps indicator light.
4 - Main beam headlamps indicatorlight.
5 - Rev. counter.
6 - Left-hand direction indicator.
7 - Central (STOP) warning light.
8 - Low fuel level warning light.
9 - Fuel gauge. 10 -
Service indicator, oil level and
total distance recorder.
11 - Right-hand direction indicator.
12 - Speedometer.
13 - Clogging of the particulateemission filter warning light(Diesel).
14 - Front fog lamp indicator light.
15 - Rear fog lamp indicator light.
16 - Dynamic stability control(ASR/ESP) indicator light(petrol versions only). 17 -
Low coolant level warning light.
18 - Coolant temperature indicator.
19 - Trip recorder zero reset.
20 - Handbrake and low brake fluid
level warning light.
21 - Seat belt not fastened warning light.
22 - Air bags warning light.
23 - ABS system warning light.
24 - Engine diagnostics warning light.
25 - Battery charge warning light.
26 - Diesel engine pre-heating
indicator light.
27 - Passenger air bag disarmingwarning light.
28 - Water in diesel filter
warning light.
29 - Front brake pad wear warning light.
30 - Engine oil pressure warning light.
31 - Operating programmes.
32 - Gear lever position indicator.
33 - Electronic immobiliser warninglight.
34 - Lighting rheostat.
35 - Engine oil temperature.
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WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATORS
A permanently lit warning light, or flashing with the engine running, is an indication of a malfunction in the relevant unit. Some warning lights may
be linked to buzzers and a message on the multi–function display. Do notignore this warning: contact a PEUGEOT dealer as quickly as possible.
If the Central (STOP) warning light comes on when you are driving, stop your vehicle immediately where it is safe to do so.Central (STOP) warning light
Linked to the "engine oil pressure", ''the low brake fluid level'', '' the coolant temperature gauge'' and ''electronic brake force distribu-tion system fault'' warning lights. It comes on each time the igni-
tion is switched on.
Stop immediately if it flashes with the engine running.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Engine oil pressure warning light
Linked to the central (STOP) warning light.Stop immediately if it comes on with the engine running.
It indicates either:
– insufficient oil pressure,
– lack of oil in the lubrication circuit. Top up the oil level.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible. Low coolant level warning light
Stop immediately. Allow the engine to cool before top- ping up. The cooling system is pressurised.In case of overheating, to prevent the risk of scalding, turn the cap tothe first notch to allow the pressureto drop. Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top up the level.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Fuel filler cap warning light This comes on if the fuel cap is not correctly screwed
on or is missing.
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Handbrake, low brake fluid level and electronic brake force distribution warning light. This comes on each time the ignition is switched on.
It indicates either:
– that the handbrake is on or has not been released correctly,
and when coupled with the central (STOP) warning light:
– an excessive drop in the brake fluid level (if the light remains on even with the handbrake released),
– lit at the same time as the ABS warning light, a malfunction of the electronic brake force distribution system.
Stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning lightThis comes on for 3 seconds each time the ignition is switched on.If it comes on at over 8 m.p.h. (12 km/h.), it indicates a malfunction of the ABS.
However, the vehicle retains conventional servo-assisted braking.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Clogging of the particulate emissionfilter warning light(diesel engine)
Display of this warning light is accompanied by an audible signal. The flashing of this light while the engine is running is caused either bythe particulate emission filter being
overloaded or by the engine runningtoo long at idle (white smoke at
exhaust). There is a risk of the filterclogging if the same conditions ofoperation are maintained. As soon as possible, drive for at least three minutes at a speedexceeding 37 m.p.h. (60 km/h), if dri-ving conditions allow this. If the light comes on, drive to a
PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possi-ble. Front brake pad wear warning light
For your safety, have the pads replaced as soon as this light comes on.
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ESP Electronic Stability Programme
operation indicatorlight
This flashes when the system is operating. It is lit continuously if disarmed or if there is a fault.

Passenger air bag disarming warninglight Lighting of this warning light
is accompanied by an audible signal and a message on the multi–function
display. If the passenger air bag isdisarmed, the indicator light comeson when the ignition is switched onand remains on. In all cases, if the warning light flashes,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Air bag warning light The warning light comes on for 6 seconds when the igni-tion is switched on.
This warning light comes on whenthe vehicle is running and is accom-panied by an audible signal and amessage on the multi–function dis-play indicating the cause of the front,side or curtain air bag fault.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Water in diesel filter warning light (depending on destination)
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
There is a risk of damage to the injection system. Diesel pre-heating indicator lightIf the engine is warm enough, the light will not come on, and you can start the engine without waiting.
If the light comes on, wait until it goes out before trying the starter. Engine diagnostics warning light This comes on each time the ignition is switched on.If it is lit continuously with the engine runnning, this indicates a fault in
the emission control system.If it flashes with the engine running, this indicates a malfunction in the injection
or ignition system. There is a risk of damage to the catalytic converter (petrol
engine only). Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible. Battery charge warning light This comes on each time the ignition is switched on.If it comes on with the engine running it can indicate:
– faulty operation of the charging circuit,
– loose battery or starter terminals,
– a cut or slack alternator belt,
– an alternator fault.
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Door open warning light
When the engine is running, the warning light indicates that a door has not beenclosed properly or that the
boot is open.
Electronic immobiliser warning light This indicates a malfunction of the electronic immobilis-
er. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Low fuel level warning light. When the warning light comes on, you have
enough fuel to drive at least 30 miles
(50 km). The tank capacity is approx-imately 70 litres (15.4 gallons). Coolant temperature indicator When the needle is in zone
A,the
temperature is correct. When the needle is in zone B, the
temperature is too high. The central
(STOP) warning light flashes.
You must stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Seat belt not fastened warning light With the engine running, the indicator light comes onwhen the driver's seat belt isnot fastened.
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Door open warning light
When the engine is running, the warning light indicates that a door has not beenclosed properly or that the
boot is open.
Electronic immobiliser warning light This indicates a malfunction of the electronic immobilis-
er. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Low fuel level warning light. When the warning light comes on, you have
enough fuel to drive at least 30 miles
(50 km). The tank capacity is approx-imately 70 litres (15.4 gallons). Coolant temperature indicator When the needle is in zone
A,the
temperature is correct. When the needle is in zone B, the
temperature is too high. The central
(STOP) warning light flashes.
You must stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Seat belt not fastened warning light With the engine running, the indicator light comes onwhen the driver's seat belt isnot fastened.
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Lighting rheostat
With the lights on, press the button to vary the intensity of the lighting of theinstruments and controls. When thelighting reaches the minimum (ormaximum) setting, release the but-ton then press it again to increase (orreduce) the brightness. As soon as the lighting is of the required brightness, release the button.
Trip recorder zero reset With the ignition on, press the button. Instrument panel display After switching on the ignition, three functions are shown in succession:
- engine oil level indicator,
- service indicator,
- total distance recorder. Engine oil level
When the ignition is switched on, the engine oil level indicator is displayed for approximately five seconds, then the service indicator is displayed for five seconds.
Maximum Use the dipstick to confirm the level on the indicator; a surplus of oil can cause damage to the engine.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible. Minimum
Check the level with the dipstick and top it up. The figure shown is only correct if the vehicle has been on stable, level ground, withthe engine stopped, for 10 minutes. No oil It is essential to top up the oil to the correct level, otherwise the engine will be damaged.
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Windscreen and side win- dows, central and side ventsand footwells. Central and side vents and footwells. These settings are recom-
mended for cold climates.
Central and side vents.
This setting is recommended for hot climates. 3 - Air flow adjustment
Turn the knob to obtain sufficient
flow.
4 - Air intake control
Recirculation of the interior air (indi-cator light on). This position prevents the entry of unpleasant odours or fumes fromoutside and increases the speed ofheating. As soon as possible, place the control in the outside air position,otherwise there is a risk of thewindows misting up. 5 - Demisting the rear
screen
With the engine running, pressingthe switch demists the rear screenand the mirrors.
It switches off automatically after approximately fifteen minutes. Press again to resume demisting.If the engine is stopped before the end of the fifteen minutes, demistingwill resume when the engine isswitched on again. It is possible to stop the demisting
operation before it goes off automati-
cally, by pressing the switch again.
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3 - Setting the air distribution
Windscreen and side windows (de- icing/demisting).
To quickly de-ice or demist the wind- screen and the side windows:
–set the temperature and air flow controls to maximum,
–close the central vents,
–press the A/C button.
Windscreen and side win- dows, central and side ventsand footwells. Central and side vents and footwells.
These settings are recommended forcold climates.
Central and side vents.
This setting is recommended for hotclimates. 4 - Air flow adjustment
Turn the knob to obtain sufficient
flow.
5 - Air intake control
Recirculation of the interior air (indi-cator light on). This position prevents the entry of unpleasant odours or fumes fromoutside and increases the speed ofheating. Used simultaneously with the air conditioning, recirculation improvesthe performance of the system whenset to hot as well as to cold. Used in humid conditions, recircula- tion risks misting up the windows. As soon as possible, place the control in the outside air position. 6 - Demisting the rear
screen
With the engine running, pressingthe switch demists the rear screenand the mirrors.
It switches off automatically after approximately fifteen minutes. Press again to resume demisting. It is possible to stop the demisting
operation before it goes off automat-
ically, by pressing the switch again. Important precaution Operate the air conditioning for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month,
to keep it in good working order. If the system does not produce cold
air, do not use it and contact your
PEUGEOT dealer. Note: The condensation created by
the air conditioning causes a normal flow of water under the vehicle when
stationary.
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4 - Setting the air distribution
Successive presses on the top or bottom part of thisbutton allow the air to bedirected to:
-the windscreen (de-icing or demist- ing),
-the windscreen and footwells,
-the central and side vents,
-the central and side vents and footwells,
-the footwells.
Press the top or bottom part of the button to select the previous or nextsetting from the above list. Manual operation
You may, if you wish, make a differ-
ent choice from that offered by thesystem, by changing one of the set-tings. Press the "
AUTO" button to return to
automatic operation.
5 - Air conditioning
Pressing this button stops the air condi-
tioning. Pressing again returns theair conditioning to automatic opera-
tion. The symbol " A/C" is displayed.
6 - Air flow
The air flow may beincreased or reducedby pressing the "+'' or
" – '' button respectively. 7 - Air intake
This button ispressed for recircula-
tion of the interior air.
Recirculation, shown on the display,prevents the entry of unpleasantodours or fumes into the passengercompartment from outside.
Avoid prolonged operation of the
recirculation of interior air. A secondpress returns the system to automat-
ic intake of air. Used in humid conditions, recircula- tion risks misting up the windows.
8 - Demisting therear screen
With the engine run-ning, pressing the
switch demists the rear screen andthe mirrors.
It switches off automatically after approximately fifteen minutes. Press again to resume demisting. It is possible to stop the demisting
operation before it goes off automat-
ically, by pressing the switch again. Note: The condensation created by
air conditioning causes a normal flow of water under the vehicle when sta-
tionary.
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