engine Peugeot 406 C 2003 Owner's Guide
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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 andfootwells,
- the footwells.
Press the top or bottom part of thebutton to select the previous or nextsetting from the above list. Manual operation Y
ou may, if you wish, make a differ-
ent choice from that offered by the system, 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. A void prolonged operation of the
recirculation of interior air. A second press 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
stationary.
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THE KEYS The keys allow you to switch on the ignition and to independently operatethe locks on the doors, the fuel fillercap, the glove box and the passen-ger air bag disarming switch. Central locking From the doors (keeping the key turned in the locked position for afew seconds) the keys allow you tolock, deadlock and unlock the doorsand the boot, as well as fold back theexterior mirrors. If one of the front doors or the boot is open, central locking is not possible.In this case a bleep indicates lockingby remote control. The remote control performs the same functions at a distance.The remote control Deadlocking Deadlocking renders ithe internal and external door controls inopera-tive. Press button
Ato deadlock the vehi-
cle. This is confirmed by fixed light- ing of the direction indicators forapproximately two seconds. Another press on button A, within
five seconds of deadlocking, changes this to normal locking .
This is confirmed by fixed ighting ofthe direction indicators for approxi-mately two seconds, accompaniedby a brief sound of the horn. Unlocking Press button Bto unlock the vehicle.
This is confirmed by rapid flashing of the direction indicators. Note:
avoid handling the button of
your remote control when out of
range of your vehicle. You run therisk of stopping it from working. Itwould then be necessary to repro-gramme the remote control.
ELECTRONIC ENGINE IMMOBILISER This locks the engine management system as soon as the ignition has
been switched off and therefore pre-vents starting of the vehicle by any-
one who does not have the key. The ignition key has an electronic chip which has a special code.When the ignition is switched on, thecode is recognised and starting ispossible. If the system does not function correctly , contact a PEUGEOT
dealer as soon as possible.
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Make a careful note of the number on each key. The key number is coded on the label attached to the key. If the keys are lost, your PEUGEOT dealer can rapidly supply you with new keys.The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a
possibility that it may unlock your vehicle, without you being aware of it.The remote control does not operate when the key is in the ignition, even when the ignition is switched off, except for reprogramming.
However, do not operate the deadlocking function if there is anyone inside the vehicle.Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compartment by the emergency services more difficult
in an emergency. As a safety precaution (with children on board), remove the ignition key when you leave the vehicle, even for a short time.Do not repeatedly press the button of your remote control out of range of your vehicle. Y ou run the risk of stopping it from working and the remote control would have to be reprogrammed.
When purchasing a second-hand vehicle:- ensure that you are given the confidential card;
- have the key codes memorised by a PEUGEOT dealer, to ensure that the keys in your possession are the only ones which can start the vehicle.
Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system.
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BOOT Simultaneous locking or unlock- ing of the boot and the doors T
urn the key a quarter turn from Ato
B .
The boot is then controlled by the remote control or the driver's doorlock. Locking the boot only T urn the key a quarter of a turn from
A to C. The boot is then locked,
whatever the action of the remote control or the driver's door lock.
To return to simultaneous operation
with the doors: turn the key from Ato
B .OPENING THE BONNET From inside: pull the handle on the
left-hand side under the fascia.From outside: lift the catch and
raise the bonnet. Bonnet struts These open the bonnet and hold it open.
To close
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end of its travel. Check that thebonnet is properly locked. FILLING WITH FUEL Fill with fuel with the engine switched
off.
To
open the fuel filler flap, firmly pull
the handle on the floor on the outside of the driver's seat. If you are filling up your tank, do not
continue after the 3rd cut-off of thepump; this could cause your vehicleto malfunction. The capacity of the tank is approx- imately 15.4 gallons (70 litres). A filler cap hook is provided on
the inside of the fuel filler flap.
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AUTOMATIC SWITCHING ON OF THE LIGHTS Side lights and dipped beam head- lamps switch on automatically if the
light is poor, or during continuousoperation of the windscreen wipers.
They switch off as soon as the lightbecomes bright enough or the wind-screen wipers stop. This function is active when the vehi-
cle is supplied to the customer.
To disarm or activate the function:
☞ Place the key in the accessories position (1st notch),
☞ Press the end of the lights stalkfor more than two seconds.
Note: In foggy weather, the bright-
ness sensor can detect sufficientlight. Because of this, the lights do
not come on automatically. Do not cover the brightness sen-
sor connected to the rain sensor,located in the windscreen behind
the mirror. It is used for automaticswitching on of the lights. Operating check Activation Activation of this function is accom- panied by an audible signal and themessage
"Automatic lighting of
the headlamps activated" on the
multifunction display. Note: Always operate the lighting
controls manually where this is pos- sible. Disarming Disarming of the function is accom- panied by an audible signal and themessage "Automatic lighting of
the headlamps deactivated" on the
multifunction display. When driving, if this function is
switched off when the headlampswould switch on in automatic mode,the lights remain on. It is however possible to disarm this
function and switch off the lights by: - manually switching off the lights using the lights stalk,
- switching off the engine. If the brightness sensor does not
function correctly,
the system acti-
vates the function (the lights comeon). The driver is alerted by the flashingof the ''dipped beam'' warning lighton the instrument panel.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have the system checked. Follow me Home When there is a low level of bright- ness or at night, if you leave yourvehicle, the side lights and thedipped beam lights may remain onfor approximately one minute.
To do this:
☞ place the lights stalk in the AUTO
position,
☞ place the key in the accessories position (first notch),
☞ press the end of the lights stalk formore than two seconds,
☞ place the lights stalk in the 0posi-
tion,
☞ flash the headlamps,
☞ get out of the car and lock it.
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AUTOMATIC AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX The 4-speed automaticgearbox offers the comfort of integral automatic
operation , enhanced by a sportprogramme (switch A) and a snowprogramme
(switch B).
Gear selection gate ☞ Move the lever in the gate to select one of the positions. Once the position is selected, the indicator light for that position illuminates on the instrument panel
display.
P Park: for immobilising the vehicle and for startingthe engine, with the
handbrake on or off. R Reverse: this must be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
at idle.N Neutral: for startingthe engine and for parking, with the handbrake on.
D Drive: for driving in autoadaptive mode (automatic changing of the four gears).
3. For driving in townor on winding roads (automatic changing of the first three
gears only).
2. For driving in the mountainsor for towing a trailer (automatic changing of
the first two gears only).
1. For use on steep gradients (selection of first gear only).
Special feature of the gearbox (2 litre petrol engine)Selection of first gear is by pressing button Cwith the lever in position 2.
To exit first gear, press button Cagain or move the selector lever.
V6 engine 2 litre engine
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Moving Off
With the engine running, to move off from position P:
☞ It is essential to press the brakepedal to exit position P (shift
lock),
☞ Select the required position ( R, D ,
3 , 2 or 1) then gradually release
the brake pedal: the vehicle
moves off immediately.
Y ou can also move off from position
N :
☞ Release the handbrake with yourfoot on the brake pedal,
☞ Select the required position ( R, D ,
3 , 2 or 1) then gradually release
the brake pedal: the vehicle
moves off immediately. Automatic Operation Automatic changing of the
four
gears :
☞ Move the selector lever to position D.
The gearbox continuously selectsthe most suitable gear according tothe following parameters: Ð driving style,
Ð road characteristics,
Ð vehicle load.
The gearbox functions in autoadaptive mode without any
action on your part. When the engine is idling
with position
R, D, 3, 2or
1 selected and the brakes
off, the car will move even
without you accelerating. For this reason, do not leave
children unsupervised inside the vehicle when the engine isrunning. If work needs to be done with the engine running, apply thehandbrake and select position P
.
Never select position Nwhen the
vehicle is moving. Never select position Por R
unless the vehicle is stationary .
Do not change from one position to another to optimise braking onslippery roads. In the event of battery failure, if the lever is in position Pit will not
be possible to change to anotherposition.
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Note: For immediate maximum acceleration
without touching the gear lever, pressthe accelerator pedal down as far as it
will go (kickdown). The gearbox willchange down automatically or stay inthe gear selected, up to maximumengine speed. When braking, the gearbox changes down automatically to provide
efficient engine braking.
If you take your foot off the
accelerator suddenly, the gearboxwill not change up for reasons of
safety.
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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.