lights Peugeot 406 C 2003 User Guide

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Sun visor with illuminated courtesy mirror With the ignition on, the mirror is automatically lit up when the flap isopened.
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COURTESY LIGHTS Off. On when one of the doors is opened. Permanently on when the ignition key is in the accessories position or the ignition is on.
1 - Front courtesy light.
2 - Rear courtesy light.
3 - Map-reading lights. With the key in the accessories position or the ignition on, operate the rele- vant switch.
Coat hook Press the lower section to extract the hook from its housing.

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Sport and Snow programmes In addition to the autoadaptive programme, two special
programmes are available. Theindicator light corresponding to theprogramme selected lights up on theinstrument panel. Sport programme ☞Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
S button.
The gearbox automatically favoursdynamic driving. Snow programme This programme makes starting
easier and offers smooth driving in
conditions when traction is poor. ☞ Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
button.
The gearbox adapts to driving onslippery roads. Note : You can return to the
autoadaptive programme at any time. ☞ Press the Sor button again to
cancel the current programme. Operating anomalyAny disruption of the system is indicated by the alternate flashing ofthe sport and snow lights on theinstrument panel. In such a case, the gearbox will operate in downgrade mode (locked
in 3rd gear). You may feel asubstantial knock when reverse isselected from position
Por N(this
does not damage the gearbox). Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), if regulations permit this.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
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MANUAL GEARBOX Reverse*
To
change to reverse gear, lift the
ring under the gear lever knob and push the gear lever to the left then tothe front. Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary withthe engine idling.
* According to engine.

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Sport and Snow programmes In addition to the autoadaptive programme, two special
programmes are available. Theindicator light corresponding to theprogramme selected lights up on theinstrument panel. Sport programme ☞Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
S button.
The gearbox automatically favoursdynamic driving. Snow programme This programme makes starting
easier and offers smooth driving in
conditions when traction is poor. ☞ Once the vehicle has been started and position Dselected, press the
button.
The gearbox adapts to driving onslippery roads. Note : You can return to the
autoadaptive programme at any time. ☞ Press the Sor button again to
cancel the current programme. Operating anomalyAny disruption of the system is indicated by the alternate flashing ofthe sport and snow lights on theinstrument panel. In such a case, the gearbox will operate in downgrade mode (locked
in 3rd gear). You may feel asubstantial knock when reverse isselected from position
Por N(this
does not damage the gearbox). Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), if regulations permit this.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
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MANUAL GEARBOX Reverse*
To
change to reverse gear, lift the
ring under the gear lever knob and push the gear lever to the left then tothe front. Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary withthe engine idling.
* According to engine.

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Handbrake Applying When 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. Releasing Pull the handle and press the button to release the handbrake.
Disarming the ESP / ASR systems In certain conditions (vehicle stuck in
mud or snow, or on loose ground...),it could prove useful to disarm theASR system to make the wheelsspin and regain grip. ☞
Press the switch "ESP OFF",
situated to the left of the steering wheel.
The switch lights up and the indicatorlights come on, accompanied by themessage ''ASR/ESP de-activated''
on the multifunction display: the ESP
and ASR systems no longer affectthe operation of the engine or thebrakes. They engage again:☞ automatically when the ignition is
switched off,
☞ manually by pressing the switchagain. The ESP system offersincreased safety duringnormal driving, but shouldnot incite the driver to take
risks or to drive at high speed.The operation of the system isassured to the extent to which therecommendations of the manufac-turer regarding the wheels (tyresand wheel rims), the braking com-ponents, the electronic compo-nents and the assembly andrepair procedures within thePEUGEOT network are respect-ed.After an accident or impact, havethe system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Operating check When a system malfunctionoccurs, the switch lightflashes and the indicatorlight comes on.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer tocheck the system.
TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP) These systems are linked and com-
plement the ABS.
The ASR system optimises drive to prevent the wheels skidding, by act-ing on the brakes of the drive wheelsand on the engine. It also allows thedirectional stability of the vehicle tobe improved on acceleration. Ifthere is a variation between the tra-jectory followed by the vehicle and
that required by the driver, the ESPsystem automatically acts on theengine and the brake of one or morewheels, in order to put the vehicleback on course.
Operation of the ASR and ESP systems
When one of these two sys-tems is operating, this lightflashes.

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CHANGING A BULB
1 - Dipped beam headlamps
2 - Main beam headlamps T
wo bulbs (H7-55W) .
- Remove the red plastic cover.
- Press the tab and remove the protective cover corresponding to the faulty bulb.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Press the end of the securing clip to remove it. Change the bulb.
- When fitting, ensure that the direction notches are positioned correctly and that the securing clip is corrrectly fixed.
- Reconnect the connector.
- Replace the protective cover.
3 - Side lights (W 5 W) T urn the socket using the lever and remove it. Change the bulb.
4 - Direction indicators (P 21 W)T urn the bulb holder a quarter turn and remove it. Change the bulb.
Notes: only handle H7 bulbs using a dry cloth.
To replace the left-hand bulbs, remove the battery protective cover. Direction indicator repeater (W 5 W) -
Pull the rear section of the transpa- rent cover and release the assem-
bly.
-T urn the connector a quarter turn
and remove it.
- Change the bulb.
Amber bulbs must be replaced by bulbs of iden-tical specification and
colour.
In certain climatic conditions (lowtemperatures, humidity), the pre-
sence of condensation on theinside of the headlamp glass isnormal ; it disappears a few
minutes after the lights switch on.

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Number plate lights (W 5 W)
Remove the translucent protector.Change the faulty bulb. Rear lights
1 - Direction indicators (P 21 W).
2 - Reversing lights (P 21 W).
3 - Brake lights/Side lights (P 21/5 W).
4 - Side lights (P 21/5 W).
5 - Fog lamp (P 21 W). These 5 bulbs are changed from inside the boot: -
remove the retaining clips then release the carpet,
- remove the connector by pressing the tab A,
- remove the bulb holder by squeezing the tabs,
- change the faulty bulb.

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The electrical system of your vehicle is designedto operate with standardor optional equipment.
Before installing other electricalequipment or accessories on yourvehicle, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer. Some electrical accessories or the way in which they are fitted canhave damaging effects on theoperation of your vehicle; theelectronic control circuits, theaudio circuit and the battery charging circuit. PEUGEOT will not accept respon- sibility for the cost incurred inrepairing your vehicle or for recti-fying malfunctions resulting fromthe installation of accessories notsupplied and not recommendedby PEUGEOT and not installed inaccordance with its instructions, inparticular where the equipment inquestion consumes more than 10 milliamperes.
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Engine compartment fuses Fuse box
To
access the fuse box in the engine
compartment (beside the battery),
unclip the cover. Carefully close the cover when you have finished.
Fuse N° Rating Functions
1* 10 A Reversing lights - Double injection relay - Engine oil
temperature - Oil level - Air conditioning compressor.
2* 15 AFuel pump - Canister solenoid valve.
3* 10 A Control unit.
4* 10 A Engine control unit and automatic gearbox.
5 10 AParticulate emission filter control unit.
6 15 AFront fog lamps.
7 20 AHeadlamp wash.
8* 20 A Direct injection petrol engine control unit - Clutch pedal.
9* 15 A Left-hand dipped beam.
10* 15 A Right-hand dipped beam.

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Fuse N° Rating
Functions
11 * 10 ALeft-hand main beam.
12* 10 A Right-hand main beam.
13* 15 A Horn.
14 10 A Front screenwash pump.
15* 30 A Ignition coil - Windscreen wiper - Oxygen sensor - Oil pressure - Injection system.
16* 30 A Air pump and oil temperature - Oil level - Brake lights operation - Alternator - Water in diesel detector - Injection relay control.
17* 30 A Passenger electric seat.
18 40 A Heater blower - Starter - Windscreen wiper slow speed.
* The maxi-fuses provide additional protection for the electrical systems. All work must be carried out by a
PEUGEOT dealer.

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Fuse N° Rating
Functions
19 10 A Rear fog lamps.
20 10 A Rear right and front left side light.
21 10 A Rear left and front right side light.
22 10 A Lighting for glove box- Map reading light - Courtesy mirror - Front and rear courtesy lights -
Lighting for electric window control pad and electrochrome rear view mirror.
23 20 A Lighter.
24 – Not used.
25 20 A Audio equipment.
26 – Not used.
27 5 A Accessories +ve.
28 15 A Heated seats.
R5 AReplacement fuse.
R2 10 A Replacement fuse.
R3 30 A Replacement fuse.
R4 20 A Replacement fuse.
R5 15 A Replacement fuse.

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BATTERY
To
charge the battery using a battery charger:
- Disconnect the battery,
- Follow the instructions for use given by the battery charger manufacturer,
- Reconnect starting with the negative (-) terminal,
- Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are covered with sul- phate (white or greenish deposit), disconnect them and clean them.
To start the vehicle from another battery:
- Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminals of the two batteries,
- Connect one end of the green or black cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
slave battery,
- Connect the other end of the green or black cable to an earth point on the bro-
ken down vehicle, as far as possible from the battery,
Operate the starter, let the engine run. W ait for the engine to return to idle, then disconnect the cables.
-Never disconnect a terminal when the engine is running.
- Never charge a battery without first disconnecting the terminals.
- Close the sunroof before disconnecting the battery. If it does not opera-
te normally following re-connection of the battery, you must re-initialise it by turning the control to the maximum tilt position and pressing it for a fewseconds.
- After every reconnection of the battery, switch on the ignition and wait 1minute before starting to allow the electronic systems to be initialised. If slight
difficulties are experienced after this, please contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
It is advisable to disconnect the battery if the vehicle is not to be used
for a period of more than one month.
Economy mode
With the engine switched off and the ignition key in the "running" or"accessories" position for about half
an hour, certain electrical equipment(displays, instrument panel, warninglights, courtesy lights, electric win-
dows, wipers etc.) will switch offautomatically to avoid draining the
battery. Once the electrical equipment goes into economy mode, it is necessaryto start the engine to enable theequipment to work again.