steering Peugeot Boxer 2016 User Guide

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to change gear easily, always depress the
clutch pedal fully.
to prevent the mat from becoming caught


under the pedal:
-

ensure that the mat is positioned

correctly,
-

never fit one mat on top of another
.
Avoid leaving your hand on the gear knob as
the force exerted, even if slight, may wear
the internal components of the gearbox over
time.
MAnuAL GEA r B ox
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everse gear
Raise the collar under the gear knob to
engage reverse gear. Never engage reverse gear before the
vehicle is completely stationary.
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he lever should be moved slowly to reduce
the noise on engaging reverse gear.
If your vehicle is fitted with parking
sensors, the system comes into
operation when reverse gear is engaged; an
audible signal is heard.
Refer to the " technology on board -
Parking sensors" section.
GEAr SHIFt IndIcAt or
Depending on the engine or version, this
system allows fuel consumption to be
reduced by suggesting when to change up.
t

he gear engagement recommendations
should not be considered to be compulsory.
t

his because the configuration of the
road, the traffic density and safety remain
determining factors when choosing the
best gear.
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herefore, the driver remains
responsible for deciding whether or not to
follow the advice given by the system.
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he system never recommends engaging
first gear or reverse, or changing down.
Gearbox and steering wheel

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StEErInG WHEEL A dju S t ME nt
With the vehicle stationary, first adjust your
seat to the most suitable position.
Release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism by pulling the lever towards you.
Adjust the reach of the steering wheel, then
lock the mechanism by pushing the lever
fully forwards.
operation
the information appears in the
instrument panel screen in the
form of the
SHIF t indicator,
accompanied by an upward arrow
to signal to the driver that they can change up.
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he system adapts its gear change
recommendations according to the driving
conditions (slope, load, ...) and demands
from the driver (for power, acceleration,
braking,

...).
Switching off
this system cannot be deactivated by the
driver .
As a safety measure, these operations
must not be carried out while driving.
Gearbox and steering wheel
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IGnItIon SWItcH
StoP position: steering lock.
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he ignition is off.
MA
r position: ignition on.
Certain accessories can be used.
AV V position: starter.
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he starter is operated.
Starting the engine
Engine immobiliser warning lamp
If this warning lamp comes

on, use another key and have
the faulty key checked by a
P
euge O t
dealer
.
d

iesel pre-heating warning lamp
With the parking brake applied
and the gearbox in neutral, turn
the key to the MA
r position.
Wait for this warning lamp to go off then
operate the starter (AV V position) until the
engine starts.
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he period of illumination of the warning
lamp depends on the climatic conditions.
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oor or bonnet open warning
lamp
If this warning lamp comes on,

check that the doors and bonnet
are closed correctly.
Switching off the engine
Stop the vehicle and apply the parking
brake, then, with the engine at idle, return
the key to the S
to P position.
In low temperatures
In mountainous and/or cold areas, it is
advisable to use a "winter" type fuel suited
to low or minus temperatures.
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the
key or the remote control, which would
weigh down on its blade in the ignition
switch and could cause a malfunction.
It could adversely affect the deployment of
the front airbag. With the engine hot, the warning lamp comes
on for a few moments, you can start the engine
without waiting.
As soon as the engine is running, release the key.
Starting and switching off

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LIGHtInG controL StALK
Selection is by rotation of the white mark on
the ring.
direction indicators (green
flashing)
Left: downwards.
Right: upwards.
Sidelamps on
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ipped/main beam
headlamps on
Switching between dipped and main
beam
Pull the control stalk fully towards you.
Headlamp flash
Pull the control stalk towards you,
regardless of the position of the ring.
Front foglamps
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ear foglamps
If your vehicle is fitted with foglamps, these
operate with the dipped or main beam
headlamps.
Press one of these controls to switch on the
lamps.
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he foglamps should only be used in
fog or when snow is falling.
In clear weather or in rain, both day and
night, rear foglamps dazzle and their use is
prohibited.
Do not forget to switch them off when they
are no longer necessary."Motorway" function
Pull the lever towards the steering wheel with
a press, without passing the point of resistance
of the lighting stalk; the corresponding direction
indicators will flash five times.
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Steering mounted controls

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AutoMAtI c ILL u MI n At I on
Activation
turn the ring to this position.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor at
the top centre of the windscreen.
GuIdE-ME-HoME LIGHtInG
Ignition off or key in the StoP position.
Within 2 minutes after switching of f the
engine, position the ignition key in the S
t
OP

position or remove it.
Pull the lighting stalk towards the steering
wheel.
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he indicator lamp comes on in
the instrument panel.
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ach action on the lighting stalk,
pulled towards the steering
wheel, prolongs the guide me home
lighting by 30 seconds up to approximately
3
minutes. When this time has elapsed, the
lamps are switched off automatically.
Deactivate this control by keeping the stalk
pulled towards the steering wheel for more
than 2 seconds. If your vehicle is fitted with this function:
when you leave your vehicle, the dipped
beam headlamps remain on for the selected
duration (when leaving a car park for
example).
You can adjust the sensitivity of the
sunshine sensor.
Refer to the "
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echnology on board -


Vehicle configuration" section.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
dipped beam headlamps are switched on
automatically if the light is poor.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light.
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herefore, the lamps
will not be switched on automatically. If
necessary, you must switch on the dipped
beam headlamps manually.t
hey are switched off when the light returns
to a sufficient level.
LEd dAYtIME runnInG LAMPS
On starting the vehicle, in daylight the LeD
daytime running lamps come on automatically .
If the sidelamps and headlamps are switched
on manually or automatically, the daytime
running lamps go off.
Programming
For countries where exterior lighting by
day is not a legal requirement, you can
activate or deactivate the function via the
configuration menu.
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he lamps are switched off automatically
when the ignition is switched off.
Steering mounted controls

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HEAdLAMP BEAM
You are advised to adjust the height of the
headlamp beams in accordance with the
load in your vehicle.
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his function works in the dipped and main
beam headlamps position.
Press these controls, located
on the dashboard, several times
in succession to adjust the
headlamps.
An indicator in the screen shows
the adjustment position selected
(0, 1, 2, 3).
PArKInG LAMPS
this system enables you to leave the lamps
on when parked; with the ignition of f, key in
the S
t
OP
position or key removed.
Move the ring on the lighting stalk to
position
O then to dipped or main beam
headlamps.
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he indicator lamp in the
instrument panel comes on.
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he lamps will remain on while
you are parked.
Leaving the lighting on for long periods may
significantly reduce the state of charge of
your vehicle's battery.
travelling abroad
If using your vehicle in a country

that drives on the other side of the road,
the headlamps must be adjusted to avoid
dazzling on-coming drivers.
Contact a P euge O t
dealer or a qualified

workshop.
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Steering mounted controls

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WIPEr controL S tALKSlow continuous wiping: 2 notches downwards.
Do not cover the rain sensor, located at
the top centre of the windscreen.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
Pull the wiper control stalk towards you,
the screenwash is accompanied by a timed
operation of the wipers.
Depending on version, the headlamp wash is
coupled with the screenwash, it is triggered if
the dipped beam headlamps are on.
Windscreen wipers
Wiping is only active when the ignition key is
in the runn I n G position.
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he control stalk has five different positions:
Wipers off.
Intermittent wiping: 1 notch downwards.
In this position, four wiping frequencies can
be selected by turning the ring: -

very slow frequency
-


slow frequency
-


standard frequency
,
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fast frequency
.
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers
If your vehicle is fitted with this system, the
wiping speed is adapted automatically to the
intensity of the rainfall.
Automatic wiping: 1 notch downwards.
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his is confirmed by one wipe. Must
be reactivated each time the ignition is
switched
on.
In this position, the sensitivity of the rain
sensor can be increased by turning the ring.
Good practice
Check that the windscreen wiper blades can
operate freely when using the wipers in icy
weather.
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se the step in the front bumper, to remove
any accumulation of snow at the base of the
windscreen and on the blades.
You can change the wiper blades.
Refer to the "Quick help - Worn wiper
blade" section.
You can check the fluid level.
Refer to the "Checks - Levels and
checks" section.
Fast continuous wiping: 3 notches
downwards.
Single wipe: pull the control stalk towards
the steering wheel.
With Stop & Start, when the wiper


control stalk is in the fast wipe position,
the S
t
OP
mode is not available.
When washing the vehicle, switch off the
ignition or deactivate the automatic rain
sensitive wipers.
Steering mounted controls

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cruISE controL
(3
LI tr E H dI E n GI n E )
"this is the speed at which the driver wishes to
travel".
This aid to driving in free-flowing traffic conditions

enables the vehicle to maintain a constant
speed programmed by the driver, except when a
considerable load is carried on a steep gradient.
In order to be programmed or activated,
the vehicle speed must be greater than
approximately 18 mph (30 km/h), with 2nd gear
or higher engaged.
Function selected.
Function deactivated.
If your vehicle is fitted with cruise control,
this is displayed on the instrument panel by
an indicator located in the rev counter.
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Steering mounted controls

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Selecting the function - on
Selecting on switches the function on. A
message appears in the instrument panel
screen to confirm the action.
Programming a speed
Accelerate to the required speed,
with 2nd to 6th gear engaged.
Move the control upwards (+), for
approximately one second, to store this
speed.
Release the pressure on the accelerator
pedal, the vehicle will maintain this speed.
Switching off / deactivating the
function
Press the brake or clutch pedal or place
the ring in the o FF position, the indicator
goes off.
If the dynamic stability control system comes
into operation, the cruise control system is
deactivated temporarily.
-

increase the speed in steps, by means


of brief presses, or continuously by
pressing and holding the control
upwards (+ sign),
temporarily exceeding the
programmed speed
When the cruise control is active, it is still
possible to exceed the programmed speed
by depressing the accelerator pedal (to
overtake another vehicle for example).
-

decrease the speed continuously

by pressing and holding the control
downwards (- sign).
restore - rES
to restore the vehicle's
programmed speed (for example
after pressing the brake or clutch
pedal), gradually return to the chosen speed
and press
r ES.
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he indicator lamp comes on, the cruise
control function is restored.
changing the programmed speed
while the cruise control is in operation
You can:
Steering mounted controls

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Good practice
When changing the programmed reference
speed by pressing and holding the control,
take care as the speed may increase or
decrease rapidly.
Do not use the cruise control on slippery
roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep gradient, the cruise control will
not be able to prevent the vehicle from
exceeding the programmed speed.
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he cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need to comply
with speed limits or vigilance on the part of
driver.
It is advisable to leave your feet near the
pedals.
to prevent the mat from becoming caught


under the pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is positioned

correctly,
-

never fit one mat on top of another
.
cancelling the programmed speed
When the vehicle stops, after the ignition is
switched off, the system no longer stores
any speed.
operating fault
In the event of a fault, the system
is switched off and the indicator
goes off.
Contact a P
euge O t
dealer or a qualified

workshop to have the system checked.
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Steering mounted controls