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QUALITY OF THE FUEL USED FOR PETROL
ENGINES

The petrol engines are perfectly compatible with E10 or E24 type petrol
biofuels (containing 10 % or 24 % ethanol), conforming to European
standards EN 228 and EN 15376.
E85 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol) are reserved exclusively
for vehicles marketed for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex vehicles).
The quality of the ethanol must comply with European
standard EN 15293.
For Brazil only, special vehicles are marketed to run on fuels containing
up to 100 % ethanol (E100 type).
For Russia only, the use of RON 92 unleaded petrol is possible.














QUALITY OF THE FUEL USED FOR DIESEL
ENGINES

The Diesel engines are perfectly compatible with biofuels which
conform to current and future European standards (Diesel fuel which
complies with standard EN 590 mixed with a biofuel which complies
with standard EN 14214) available at the pumps (containing up to
7 % Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).
The B30 biofuel can be used in certain Diesel engines; however, this
use is subject to strict application of the special servicing conditions.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel (vegetable or animal oils, pure
or diluted, domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of damage to the
engine and fuel system).
When you have fi lled the tank:


)
put the cap back in place,

)
turn it to the right,

)
close the fl ap.


Freezing conditions

In these conditions, the fi ller fl ap may be jammed.
Opening the boot gives access to the fl ap, allowing it to be
released by hand.

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TEMPORARY PUNCTURE
REPAIR KIT

ACCESS TO THE KIT

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the boot fl oor.
Complete system consisting of a compressor and a sealant cartridge
which permits temporary repair
of a tyre so that you can drive to the
nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which could affect the tyre,
located on the tyre tread or shoulder.

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TOOLS AND SPARE WHEEL *

Depending on the country of sale, the vehicle is equipped with the tools
needed to change a wheel and may also be equipped with a spare
wheel.
The spare wheel is stowed in a protective cover, secured to the boot
fl oor with Velcro
®.
The tools are held in a storage box under the boot fl oor.

Never drive with the rear seat folded when the
spare wheel - or a punctured wheel - is present
in the boot.

Warning marking

"Do not release the backrest of the rear seats!"

*
According to country.


Access to the spare wheel *



)
Open the boot lid.

)
Remove the spare wheel by grasping the grip of its protective
cover.

)
Position the wheel vertically so as to read the warning markings.

)
Remove the Velcro
® located on the tyre tread.

)
Detach the straps, located on each sidewall, then slacken them.

)
Remove the wheel from its protective cover.
When refi tting the wheel into its cover, place it so that the valve is
opposite the strap fi xings.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Access to tools *



)
Open the boot lid.

)
Lift the boot fl oor using its strap.

)
Fix it in the vertical position beyond the stops located on the boot
sides.

)
Remove the temporary puncture repair kit for access to the jack.

* According to country. All of these tools are specifi c to your vehicle. Do not use them for
other purposes.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Changing brake lamps / sidelamps

This bulb is changed from outside the boot, having fi rst removed the
rear lamp:


)
open the boot lid,

)
unclip the access fl ap of the corresponding side trim, then remove it,

)
unclip the lamp taking hold of it at the base, then tilt it,

)
turn the bulb holder one quarter of a turn and remove it,

)
turn the bulb one quarter of a turn and change it.
To refi t, carry out these operations in reverse order.
)
disconnect the lamp connector,

)
remove the two lamp fi xing bolts,

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A VEHICLE

TOWING EYE

This is stored in the boot under the fl oor.
For access to it:


)
open the boot,

)
raise the fl oor using the strap,

)
secure it in the vertical position beyond the stops, located on the
sides of the boot,

)
remove the towing eye from the storage box.



GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of
the towed vehicle.
The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always
use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any
power assistance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional
recovery service:


- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,

- 4 wheel drive vehicle,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock
the steering, or release the parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION




ACCESSORIES

A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the
PEUGEOT dealer network.
These accessories and parts have been tested and approved for
reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefi t from PEUGEOT's
recommendation and warranty.








"Comfort":

front parking sensors, cool box...


"Transport solutions":

boot tray, boot spacers, towbar bicycle carrier, towbar with quickly
detachable ball, towbar harnesses...

"Style":

leather and alcantara sport steering wheel, alcantara gear lever gaiter,
alloy wheels, door mirror shells in carbon fi bre...


"Safety and security":

anti-theft alarm, window etching, wheel security bolts, breathalyser, fi rst
aid kit, fi re extinguisher, warning triangle, high visibility jacket, booster
cushions and child seats, stolen vehicle tracking system, snow chains,
anti-skid tyre covers...


"Protection":

boot liner, mats * , bumper protective strips, vehicle protective cover...

*
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,

- never fi t one mat on top of another.
When fi tting a trailer towbar and its harness outside the
PEUGEOT dealer network, this must be done following the
manufacturer's recommendations.

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
ABS and EBFD systems.................. 105
Accessories ..................................... 193
Accessory socket, 12V ...................... 84
Access to rear seats .......................... 73
Active bonnet ................................... 108
Adjusting headlamps ......................... 96
Adjusting the steering wheel.............. 69
Airbags .............................................114
Airbags, front ............................ 115, 118
Airbags, lateral.......................... 116, 118
Air conditioning .................................. 20
Air conditioning, digital................. 75, 76
Air fi lter ............................................ 154
Air fl ow ............................................... 74
Air vents............................................. 74
Alarm ................................................. 56
Alert / warning log .............................. 46
Alloy wheels..................................... 192
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ............................................ 105
Anti-pinch........................................... 59
Anti-theft .......................................... 127
Arches, aluminium ........................... 191
Armrest, front ..................................... 85
Ashtray .............................................. 84
Assistance call ......................... 103, 202
Audible warning ............................... 103
Audio/video sockets......................... 232
Audio streaming (Bluetooth) .... 288, 315
Audio systems ................................. 205
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ............................ 91, 94Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ............................... 102
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers .................. 98, 100
Auxiliary
sockets ........... 86, 232, 289, 310, 312A/ A/
Battery ..................................... 154, 171
Battery, charging .............................. 172
Battery, remote control ................ 54, 55
Bluetooth
(hands-free) ........... 233-235, 272, 313
Bluetooth
(telephone) ............. 233-235, 272, 313
Bodywork ......................................... 191
Bonnet ............................................. 148
Boot ................................................... 64
Boot (opening) ................................... 52
Boot lamp .......................................... 89
Brake discs ...................................... 155
Brake lamps..................................... 176
Brake pads ...................................... 155
Braking assistance system .............. 105B/
Central locking ............................. 53, 62
Changing a bulb ....................... 173-179
Changing a fuse ....................... 180-186
Changing a wheel ..................... 163-172
Changing a wiper blade ........... 101, 169
Changing the remote
control battery ................................. 54
Changing the time ........... 38, 45, 47, 49
CHECK .............................................. 37
Checking levels ....................... 152, 153
Checking
the engine oil level .................. 33, 152
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) ................................ 162
Checks...................................... 149-155
Children ..................... 113, 115, 119-126
Child seats ............................... 121-126
Cleaning (advice)............................. 191
Clock.................................................. 38
Closing the boot........................... 53, 64
Closing the doors......................... 53, 61
Colour screen,
retractable ........................... 46, 48, 50
Connectors,
audio ............... 86, 232, 289, 310, 312
Coolant level .............................. 33, 153
Coolant temperature
indicator .......................................... 33
Courtesy mirror .................................. 83
Cruise control .................................. 139
Cup holder ......................................... 82
Customising stickers........................ 191C/
Capacity, fuel tank ........................... 146
CD MP3 ........................... 229, 285, 309C/

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Date (setting) ......................... 45, 47, 49
Daytime running lamps ...... 93, 174, 175
Deactivating the passenger airbag ...115
Deadlocking ....................................... 53
Defrosting .......................................... 78
Dials and gauges ............................... 22
Diesel additive level ......................... 153
Dimensions ...................................... 199
Dipped beam ..................... 90, 174, 175
Dipstick ...................................... 33, 152
Directional lighting ..................... 97, 174
Direction
indicators .............. 102, 174, 176, 179
Doors ................................................. 61
Doors emergency control .................. 63
Door pockets ..................................... 82
Driving economically ......................... 20
Driving positions (storing) .................. 68D/
Filling with fuel ......................... 146, 147
Fitting a wheel ................................. 165
Fittings, boot ...................................... 88
Flashing indicators........................... 102
Front seats................................... 65, 66
Fuel............................................ 20, 147
Fuel consumption .............................. 20
Fuel fi ller fl ap ................................... 146
Fuel gauge......................................... 22
Fuel tank .......................................... 146
Fusebox, dashboard ........................ 182
Fuses ............................................... 180F/H/
G.P.S. ...................................... 216, 255
Gearbox, automatic ................. 132, 155
Gearbox, manual ............. 130, 131, 155
Gear lever, automatic gearbox ........ 132
Gear lever, manual gearbox ............ 130
Gear shift indicator .......................... 131
Glove box .......................................... 83
Guidance ................................. 216, 255
Guide-me-home........................... 94, 95
EBA (Emergency
braking assistance) ....................... 105
Eco-driving ........................................ 20
Economy mode................................ 170
Electric window controls .................... 59
Electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) .......................................... 105
Electronic engine immobiliser .... 55, 127
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..... 106
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Emergency
braking system .............................. 105
Emergency call ................ 103, 202, 203
Emergency warning lamps .............. 102
Energy economy mode.................... 170
Engine, Diesel ......... 147, 150, 151, 197
Engine, petrol .................. 147, 149, 195
Engine compartment ............... 149, 150
Engine compartment
fusebox ......................................... 184
Engine oil level indicator ............ 33, 152
Engines.................................... 195, 197
Environment .......... 20, 55, 78, 135, 153
Equipment settings .......... 24, 42, 46, 48
ESC/ASR ......................................... 106E/
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Halogen headlamps......................... 173
Hands-free kit .................. 233, 272, 313
Hazard warning lamps ..................... 102
Headlamp adjustment........................ 96
Headlamps, directional .............. 97, 174
Headlamp wash ................................. 99
Headlamp wash reservoir ................ 153
Head rests, rear ................................. 73
Heated seats ..................................... 67
Heating .............................................. 76
Height and reach adjustment,
steering wheel ................................. 69
Hill start assist ................................. 129
Horn ................................................. 103
Identifi cation plates .......................... 200
Ignition ............................................. 127I/

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Navigation................................ 216, 255
Number plate lamps ........................ 176N/
Menu, main ...................................... 306
Mirror, rear view ................................. 72
Mirrors, door ................................ 70, 71
Mountings for ISOFIX seats ............ 124
MP3 CD ........................... 229, 285, 309
Music media players ........ 228, 284, 309M/Indicators, direction ......................... 102
Infl ating accessories
(using the kit) ................................ 162
Infl ating tyres ............................. 20, 200
Inputs for audio
system ............ 86, 232, 289, 310, 312
Instrument panel lighting ................... 38
Instrument panels .................. 22, 24, 37
Instrument panel screen .................... 22
Intelligent Traction Control ............... 106
Interior fi nish .................................... 191
Interior fi ttings .................................... 82
Interior lamp....................................... 79
Interior mood lighting ......................... 80
ISOFIX ............................................. 124
ISOFIX child seats .................... 125-126
ISOFIX mountings ........................... 124I/Labels, identifi cation ........................ 200
Lamps, front............................. 173, 191
Lamps, rear ............................. 176, 191
Lamps, warning and indicator....... 26-32
LED daytime running lamps .............. 93
Level, brake fl uid ............................. 152
Level, headlamp wash ............... 99, 153
Level, power steering fl uid ............... 152
Levels and checks .................... 149-155
Lighting, guide-me home ............. 94, 95
Lighting, interior ........................... 79, 80
Lighting bulbs (replacement) ........... 173
Lighting control stalk .......................... 90
Lighting dimmer ................................. 38
Lighting on reminder .......................... 92
Loading .............................................. 20
Load reduction mode ....................... 170
Locating your vehicle ......................... 54
Locking from the inside...................... 62
Locking the boot ................................ 64
Low fuel level ............................. 28, 146L/
JACK socket .............. 86, 289, 310, 312
Jukebox (copy) ................................ 230
Jukebox (playing) ............................ 231J/
Main beam ......................... 90, 174, 175
Maintenance ...................................... 20
Maintenance (advice) ...................... 191
Map reading lamps ............................ 79
Markings, identifi cation .................... 200
Mat..................................................... 87M/
Oil fi lter ............................................ 154
Oil level ...................................... 33, 152
Opening the bonnet ......................... 148
Opening the boot ......................... 52, 64
Opening the doors ................. 52, 61, 63
Opening the fuel fi ller fl ap ................ 146
Opening the retractable screen ......... 50
Operation indicator lamps............. 26-32O/
Keeping
children safe ........... 113, 115, 119-126
Key in ignition warning..................... 127
Key with remote control ........ 52-55, 127K/Paint colour code ............................. 200
Paintwork, matt ................................ 192
Parking brake .......................... 128, 155
Parking sensors, front...................... 143P/