ignition Peugeot RCZ 2014 Owner's Guide

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C. Foglamp selection ring.
The foglamp operates with the dipped and main beam headlamps. Rear foglamp.
 Turn the ring C forwards and release to switch on the rear foglamp.
When the lighting is switched off automatically (with AUTO model)
or when the dipped beam headlamps are switched off manually, the
foglamp and the sidelamps will remain on.
 Turn the ring C rearwards and release to switch off all the lamps. In good or rainy weather, both day and night, use of the rear
foglamp is prohibited. In these situations, the power of its beam
may dazzle other drivers. It should only be used in fog or snow.
In these weather conditions, it is your responsibility to switch
on the foglamp and dipped beam headlamps manually as the
sunshine sensor may detect suffi cient light.
Do not forget to switch off the rear foglamp when it is no longer
needed.
Switching off the lamps when the ignition is switched off
On switching off the ignition, all of the lamps turn off immediately,
except for dipped beam if guide-me-home lighting is activated.
Switching on the lamps after the ignition is switched off
To reactivate the lighting control, rotate ring
A to the "0" position -
lamps off, then to the desired position.
On opening the driver's door a temporary audible signal warns the
driver that the lighting is on.
The lamps, with the exception of the sidelamps, switch off
automatically after a maximum duration of thirty minutes to
prevent discharging of the battery.

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AUTOMATIC ILLUMINATION OF HEADLAMPS
When a low level of ambient light is detected by a sunshine sensor, the
number plate lamps, sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched
on automatically, without any action on the part of the driver. They can also
come on if rain is detected, at the same time as automatic operation of \
the
windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a suffi cient level or after the windscreen
wipers are switched off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Activation
 Turn the ring to the "AUTO" position. The activation of the function
is accompanied by the display of a message in the screen.
Deactivation
 Turn the ring to another position. Deactivation of the function is accompanied by the display of a message in the screen.
MANUAL GUIDE-ME-HOME LIGHTING
The temporary illumination of the dipped beam headlamps after the
vehicle's ignition has been switched off makes the driver's exit easier
when the light is poor.
Switching on
 With the ignition off, "fl ash" the headlamps using the lighting stalk.
 A further "headlamp fl ash" switches the function off.
Switching off
The manual guide-me-home lighting switches off automatically after a
set time.

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AUTOMATIC "GUIDE-ME-HOME" LIGHTING Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction of the sunshine sensor, the
lighting comes on, this warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel and/or a message appears in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may detect suffi cient light. In
this case, the lighting will not come on automatically.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, coupled with the rain sensor
and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view
mirror; the associated functions would no longer be controlled. When the automatic illumination of headlamps function is activated
(lighting control stalk in the "
AUTO " position), under low ambient light
the dipped beams headlamps come on automatically when the ignition
is switched off.
Programming
Activation or deactivation, as well as the duration of the guide-me-home\

lighting, is set in the vehicle confi guration menu.

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DIRECTIONAL LIGHTING
When the dipped or main beam headlamps are on, this function enables
the light beams to provide improved lighting of the side of the road when
cornering.
The use of this function, from approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) and
associated with the xenon headlamps only, considerably improves the
quality of your lighting when cornering. with directional lighting
without directional lighting
PROGRAMMING
OPERATING FAULT
When stationary or moving at very low speed or when reverse
gear is engaged, the function is inactive.
The status of the function remains in the memory when the
ignition is switched off. If a fault occurs, this warning lamp fl ashes in the instrument
panel, accompanied by a message in the screen.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop. The function is activated or deactivated via the vehicle
confi guration menu.

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WINDSCREEN AND HEADLAMP WASH
 Pull the windscreen wiper stalk towards you. The windscreen wash then the windscreen wipers operate for a fi xed period.
The headlamp washers only operate when the dipped or main beam
headlamps are on , with the vehicle moving .
Screenwash/headlamp wash low
In the case of vehicles fi tted with headlamp washers, when
the minimum level of the reservoir is reached, this warning
lamp and/or the service warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the screen.
Next time you stop, fi ll the screenwash / headlamp wash fl uid reservoir.
The warning lamp is displayed when the ignition is switched on, or
every time the stalk is operated, until the reservoir is fi lled.
To reduce the consumption of the fl uid by the headlamp washers,
they operate only with every seventh use of the screenwash or
every 25 miles (40 km) during a given journey.

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AUTOMATIC RAIN SENSITIVE WINDSCREEN
WIPERS
The windscreen wipers operate automatically, without any action on the
part of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view mirror),
adapting their speed to the intensity of the rainfall.
Activation
This is controlled manually by the driver by pushing the stalk
downwards to the "AUTO" position.
It is accompanied by a message in the screen.
Switching off
This is controlled manually by the driver by moving the stalk upwards
then returning it to position "0" .
It is accompanied by a message in the screen.
Operating fault
If an automatic wiping malfunction occurs, the wipers will operate in
intermittent mode.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop. The automatic rain sensitive wipers must be reactivated if the
ignition has been off for more than one minute, by pushing the
stalk downwards.
Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with the sunshine sensor
and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view
mirror.
Switch off the automatic rain sensitive wipers when using an
automatic car wash.
In winter, to avoid damaging the wiper blades, it is advisable
to wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before
activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.

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SPECIAL POSITION OF THE WINDSCREEN
WIPERS
To maintain the effectiveness of the "fl at-blade" type of wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
- handle them with care,
- clean them regularly using soapy water,
- avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen,
- replace them at the fi rst signs of wear.
This position permits release of the windscreen wiper blades.
It is used for cleaning or replacement of the blades. It can also be
useful, in winter, to detach the blades from the windscreen.
 Any action on the wiper stalk in the minute after switching off the
ignition places the blades vertically on the screen.
 To park the blades again, switch on the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.

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DIRECTION INDICATORS
If you forget to cancel the direction indicators for more than
twenty seconds, the volume of the audible signal will increase if
the speed is above 40 mph (60 km/h).
 Left: lower the lighting stalk passing the point of resistance.
 Right: raise the lighting stalk passing the point of resistance.
HAZARD WARNING LAMPS
A visual warning by means of the direction indicators to alert other road\

users to a vehicle breakdown, towing or accident.
 Press this button, the direction indicators fl ash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION OF HAZARD
WARNING LAMPS *
When braking in an emergency, depending on the deceleration, the
hazard warning lamps come on automatically.
They switch off automatically the fi rst time you accelerate.
 You can also switch them off by pressing the button.
Deactivating the DSC/ASR systems also deactivates the automatic
operation of the hazard warning lamps; refer to the "Trajectory control
systems - Deactivation" section.
* Except for the 1.6 litre THP 270 hp version.

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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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ACTIVE SPOILER
System which improves the aerodynamics and stability of the vehicle
when driving. It can be controlled automatically or manually.
OPERATION
The use of the vehicle must comply with the legislation in force
in your country. This system can be used to its full potential on a
closed circuit.
Automatic mode
The spoiler rises automatically according to the speed and has two
positions.
- When the speed of the vehicle is higher than 50 mph (85 km/h), the spoiler rises automatically to the intermediate position A .
It remains in this position for as long as the speed remains above
35 mph (55 km/h).
- If the speed of the vehicle falls below 35 mph (55 km/h), the spoiler \
retracts automatically.
- When the speed of the vehicle is higher than 95 mph (155 km/h), the spoiler rises automatically to the maximum position B . It remains
in this position for as long as the speed remains above 90 mph
(142 km/h).
- If the speed of the vehicle falls below 90 mph (142 km/h), the spoiler retracts automatically to the intermediate position.
In this mode, the indicator lamp in the control button is off.
Manual mode
To control the operation of the spoiler manually, with the ignition on:
 press the control button briefl y, the spoiler rises to the maximum position B .
In this mode, the indicator lamp on the control button is on.
When stationary or moving at less than 6 mph (10 km/h), press and
hold the button until the indicator lamp goes off, the spoiler then retracts
completely.
Except 1.6 litre THP 270 hp version.