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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation
and maintenance guidelines below:
 To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the
windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
 Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation of the air conditioning system.
 Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep it in good working order.
 Ensure that the passenger compartment fi lter is in good condition and have the fi lter elements replaced regularly (refer
to the "Checks" section).
We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment fi lter. Thanks to its special active additive,
it contributes to the purifi cation of the air breathed by the
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment
(reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy
deposits).
 To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to refer to the warranty and maintenance
record for information on when it should be checked.
 If the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high
temperatures, switching off the air conditioning increases the
available engine power and so improves towing performance. The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a
discharge of water under the vehicle which is perfectly normal. If after an extended stop in sunshine, the interior temperature is
very high, fi rst ventilate the cabin for a few moments.
Put the air fl ow control at a setting high enough to quickly change
the air in the cabin.
The air conditioning system does not contain chlorine and does
not present any danger to the ozone layer.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING

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TRAJECTORY CONTROL SYSTEMS
DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) AND
ANTI-SLIP REGULATION (ASR)
The anti-slip regulation (also known as traction control) optimises
traction to prevent skidding of the wheels, by acting on the brakes of t\
he
driving wheels and on the engine.
The electronic stability control acts on the brake of one or more wheels\

and on the engine to keep the vehicle on the trajectory required by the \
driver, within the limits of the laws of physics.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is
started.
These systems act on the operation of the engine and brakes as soon
as they detect a problem of grip or trajectory. This is indicated by fl ashing of this warning lamp in the
instrument panel.
SNOW DRIVING ASSISTANCE
(INTELLIGENT TRACTION CONTROL)
Your vehicle has a system to help driving on snow: Intelligent Traction
Control.
This automatic system continuously checks for situations of diffi cult
surface adhesion that could make it diffi cult to move off or make
progress on deep fresh snow or compacted snow.
In these situations, Intelligent Traction Control limits the amount of
wheel slip to provide the best traction and trajectory control.
In extremely severe conditions (deep snow, mud…), it can be useful to
temporarily deactivate the dynamic stability control and wheel anti-
slip systems to allow a degree of wheel spin and so recover grip.
It is recommended that the system be reactivated as soon as possible.
Snow tyres are strongly recommended on surfaces offering low levels
of adhesion.

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Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down,
stuck in snow, on soft ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the
DSC and ASR, so that the wheels can turn freely and regain grip.
Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of grip permits.
 Press this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
The DSC and ASR systems no longer act on the operation of the engine
and on the brakes in the event of a involuntary change of trajectory.
This action also deactivates the automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps (except for the 1.6 litre THP 270 hp version).
Reactivation
The systems are reactivated automatically each time the ignition is
switched back on.
You can also reactivate them manually:
 Press this button again.
This action also reactivates the automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps (except for the 1.6 litre THP 270 hp version).
Operating fault DSC/ASR
The DSC and ASR systems offer increased safety in normal
driving, but they should not encourage the driver to take extra
risks or drive at high speed.
It is in diffi cult driving conditions (rain, snow, ice) that the risk of
loss of grip increases. It is therefore important for your safety to
keep the DSC and ASR systems activated in all conditions, and
particularly in diffi cult conditions.
The correct operation of these systems depends on observation
of the manufacturer's recommendations regarding as much the
wheels (tyres and rims), braking and electronic components as the
assembly and repair procedures used by PEUGEOT dealers.
To benefi t in full from the effectiveness of the DSC and ASR
systems in wintry conditions, the vehicle must be fi tted with four
snow tyres, allowing the the vehicle to retain neutral behaviour on
the road. Illumination of this warning lamp and the lamp in the
deactivation button, accompanied by an audible signal and a
message, indicate a fault with the system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop to have the system
checked.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

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REAR SEAT BELTS
The rear seats are each fi tted with a three-point inertia reel seat belt
with force limiter.
Fastening
1. Pull the strap and insert the tongue F in the black buckle F , in the
centre of the bench seat.
2. Insert the tongue G in the outer red buckle G .
3. Check that each buckle is fastened correctly by pulling the strap.
Unfastening
1. Press the red button on the buckle G , then the black button on the
buckle F .
2. Guide the strap as it reels in and bring the tongue G , then the
tongue F to the corresponding securing point on the backrest.
Seat belt unfastened warning lamps display
A. Rear seat belts unfastened warning lamp.
D. Rear right seat belt warning lamp.
E. Rear left seat belt warning lamp.
The warning lamp A comes on, either on in the seat belt and
passenger's front airbag warning lamps display, when one or more rear
passengers unfasten their seat belt.
From approximately 12 mph (20 km/h), this warning lamp fl ashes for
two minutes accompanied by an audible signal of increasing volume.
Once these two minutes have elapsed, this warning lamp remains on
until the one or more rear passengers fasten their seat belt.
When the ignition is switched on, with the engine running or the vehicle\

moving at a speed below approximately 12 mph (20 km/h),
the corresponding warning lamps D and E come on in red for
approximately 30 seconds, if the seat belt is not fastened.
When the vehicle is moving at a speed of more than approximately
12 mph (20 km/h), the corresponding warning lamp D or E comes on in
red, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen,
if a rear passenger has unfastened their seat belt.
Unfastening is detected on both buckles of the seat belt. The
corresponding warning lamp comes on when at least one of the
two buckles is unfastened.

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DRIVING
HILL START ASSIST
System which keeps your vehicle immobilised temporarily
(approximately 2 seconds) when starting on a gradient, the time it tak\
es
to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
OPERATION
This function is only active when:
- the vehicle is completely stationary, with your foot on the brake pedal,
- certain conditions of slope are met,
- with the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist system cannot be deactivated.
Do not exit the vehicle while it is being held in the hill start assist \
phase.
OPERATING FAULT
On an ascending slope, with the vehicle stationary, the vehicle is
held for a brief moment when you release the brake pedal:
- provided you are in fi rst gear or neutral on a manual gearbox,
- provided you are in position D or M on an automatic gearbox. On a descending slope, with the vehicle stationary and reverse
gear engaged, the vehicle is held for a brief moment when you
release the brake pedal.
If you need to exit the vehicle with the engine running,
apply the parking brake and then check that the
corresponding warning lamp in the instrument panel is on.
If a malfunction of the system occurs, these warning lamps come on.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

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It is only possible to change from one gear to another if the vehicle
speed and engine speed permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode. M and the gears engaged manually appear in succession in
the instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the gear selected
fl ashes for a few seconds, then the actual gear engaged is
displayed.
It is possible to change from position D (automatic) to position M
(manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving very slowly, the gearbox
selects gear M1 automatically.
The sport and snow programmes do not operate in manual mode.
Invalid value during manual operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not engaged correctly
(selector between two positions).
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Before switching off the engine, you can engage position P or N to
place the gearbox in neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle. If the lever is not in position
P , when the driver's door is opened or
approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is switched off, there is
an audible signal is heard accompanied by a message.
 Return the lever to position P ; the audible signal stops and the
message disappears.
OPERATING FAULT
When the ignition is on, the illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the
screen, indicates a gearbox malfunction.
In this case, the gearbox switches to emergency mode and is locked in
3rd gear. You may feel a substantial knock when changing from P to R
and from N to R . This will not cause any damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed a speed of 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed restrictions
permitting.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
This warning lamp may also come on if a door is opened.
There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:
- if you press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time,
- if you force the lever from position P to another position when
the battery is fl at.
To reduce fuel consumption during a long period stationary with
the engine running (traffi c jam, etc.), place the gear lever in
position N and apply the parking brake.

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CHECKS
PEUGEOT & TOTAL
PARTNERS IN PERFORMANCE
AND PROTECTION OF
THE ENVIRONMENT
Innovation at the service of performance
The TOTAL Research and Development teams
develop lubricants for PEUGEOT which satisfy the
requirements of the latest technical innovations
incorporated in PEUGEOT vehicles.
This ensures that you obtain the best performance
and the maximum engine life.
Reduced exhaust emissions
TOTAL lubricants are formulated to optimise the
effi ciency of engines and the protection of the
emissions post-treatment systems. It is crucial to
observe the servicing recommendations made by
PEUGEOT to ensure correct operation.
RECOMMENDS

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CHECKS
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 exclusivel\
y
for vehicles marketed for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex vehicle\
s).
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).
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, pur\
e
or diluted, domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of damage t\
o 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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BONNET
OPENING
 Open the front left door.
 Pull the interior release lever A , located at the bottom of the door
aperture.
CLOSING
 Lower the bonnet and release it at the end of its travel.
 Pull on the bonnet to check that it is fully latched.  Push the exterior safety catch B to the left and raise the bonnet.
The bonnet is held open by the two side struts.
The location of the interior release lever prevents opening of the
bonnet while the front left door is closed.
When the engine is hot, handle the safety catch with care (risk of
burns).
Because of the presence of electrical equipment under the bonnet,
it is recommended that exposure to water (rain, washing, ...) be
limited.

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CHECKS
PETROL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fl uids and for replacing certain components.
1. Power steering reservoir.
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3. Coolant reservoir.
4. Brake fl uid reservoir.
5. Battery / Fuses. 6. Fusebox.
7. Air fi lter.
8. Engine oil dipstick.
9. Engine oil fi ller cap.