tow bar Peugeot RCZ 2014 Owner's Manual

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The duration of lighting varies, depending on the context:
- when the ignition is off, approximately ten minutes,
- in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds,
- when the engine is running, no limit.
STORAGE BOX
This has areas for storing a box of spare bulbs, a fi rst aid kit, the
temporary puncture repair kit, a warning triangle, the removable ball
of the towbar system...
BOOT LAMPS
Your vehicle is fi tted with two boot lamps; one in the right-hand boot
side trim and a second in the centre under the rear shelf.
They come on automatically when the boot is opened and switch off
automatically when the boot is closed.
They cannot be deactivated manually.
A second warning triangle can be stored in the boot lid trim.
For access to it:
 raise the fl oor using the strap,
 secure it in the vertical position behind the stops, located on
the sides of the boot.

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Deactivation / Activation of the rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated or activated via the vehicle confi guration
menu.
The status of the function is stored when the ignition is switched off.
OPERATING FAULT
In the event of a malfunction of the system, when reverse gear
is engaged this warning lamp is displayed in the instrument
panel and/or a message appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
In bad weather or in winter, ensure that the sensors are not
covered with mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.)
may trigger the audible signals of the parking sensor system.
The function will be deactivated automatically if a trailer is being
towed or a bicycle carrier is fi tted (vehicle fi tted with a towbar or
bicycle carrier recommended by PEUGEOT).

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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 driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and
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.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
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,
- four-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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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Towing from the front
 On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing on the left.
 Screw the towing eye in fully.
 Install the towing bar.  Place the gear lever in neutral (position N for an automatic
gearbox).
Failure to observe this instruction could result in damage to certain components (braking, transmission...) and the
absence of braking assistance the next time the engine is
started.
 Unlock the steering by turning the ignition key one notch and release the parking brake.
 Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
 Move off gently and drive slowly and for a short distance only.
Towing from the rear
It is also possible to pull your vehicle from the rear, but only in
exceptional circumstances (vehicle in a parking space, off the road...).
 On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing on the left.
 Screw the towing eye in fully.
 Install the towing bar.
 Place the gear lever in neutral (position N for an automatic
gearbox).
 Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
 Move off very gently to pull the vehicle out.
* Except 1.6 litre THP 270 hp version.
TOWING ANOTHER VEHICLE *
 On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing on the left.
 Screw the towing eye in fully.
 Install the towing bar.
 Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
 Move off gently and drive slowly and for a short distance only.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A TRAILER
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer with additional lighting \
and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for transporting people and luggage,
but it may also be used for towing a trailer. We recommend use of the PEUGEOT genuine towbar with ball
which can be removed without tools and its harness that have
been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fi tting of the towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If the trailer is fi tted outside the PEUGEOT dealer network, it must
be fi tted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
DRIVING ADVICE
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing vehicle to more signifi cant
stress and its driver must be particularly careful.
Distribution of loads
 Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to the axle and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance.
Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towing load must be reduced by
10 % and so on for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details of the weights and
towing loads which apply to your vehicle version.
Side wind
 Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.

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Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling capacity is not depen\
dent
on the engine speed.
 To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towing load on a long slope depends on the gradient and
the ambient temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant temperature.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
Tyres
 Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the recommended pressures.
Lighting
 Check the electrical signalling on the trailer.  If the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as
possible. The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a
genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used.
When not towing a trailer, remove the quickly-detachable tow ball
before driving, so as to avoid masking the central rear lamp.

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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
Vehicle confi guration .......24, 42, 46, 48
Vehicle diagnosis ............................... 42
Vehicle identifi cation ........................ 206
Ventilation .................................... 73, 74
Voice commands ............................. 214V/
Warning lamps .............................. 26-32
Washing (advice) ............................. 197
Weights .................................... 202, 204
Welcome lighting .........................79, 80
Window controls ................................ 58
Wiper control stalk .......................97, 99
Wipers ......................................... 97, 99W/
Under fl oor storage ............................88
Under-infl ation (detection) ...............138
Unlocking ........................................... 51
Unlocking from the inside ..................61
Unlocking the boot .......................51, 63
Update risk areas ....................229, 267
Updating POIs ......................... 229, 266
Updating the time ............38, 45, 47, 49
USB (PEUGEOT Connect) ........85, 317U/
Storing driving positions ....................67
Stowing rings ..................................... 87
Sun visor ............................................ 82
Synchronising the remote control ......53
Synthesiser, voice ............................272
System, navigation ..................222, 261S/Traffi c information
(TMC) ............................ 231, 275, 276
Trajectory control systems ...............104
Trip computer .............................. 39, 41
Trip distance recorder ........................37
Tyre pressures ................................. 206
Tyres .................................................. 20
Tyre under-infl ation detection ..........138T/
X/Xenon headlamps ............................179Table of weights .......................202, 204
Tables of engines .....................201, 203
Tables of fuses ................................. 186
Tank, fuel ......................................... 150
Technical data ........................... 201-206
Telephone ................ 209, 239, 277, 320
Telephone, hands-free ..................... 239, 277, 320
Temperature control for heated seats .............................. 66
Temperature, coolant .........................33
Temporary tyre repair kit ..................161
Third brake lamp ......................181, 184
TMC (Traffi c info) ..................... 231, 275
Tools ........................................ 168, 171
Total distance recorder ......................37
Towbar ............................................. 195
Towed loads ............................. 202, 204
Towing another vehicle ....................193
Traction control (ASR) ...............29, 104
Traffi c information (TA) ............................... 232, 276, 314T/

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EXTERIOR
Remote control key 51-54
- opening / closing
- unlocking / partial opening of the boot
- anti-theft protection
- battery
Alarm 55-57
Boot 63
Temporary puncture repair kit 161-167
Changing a wheel 168-172
Active spoiler 107-108
Parking sensors 146-148
Towbar 195-196
Towing 193-194
Changing bulbs 181-185
- rear lamps
- 3rd stop lamp
- number plate lamps Accessories
199-200
Fuel tank 150-151 Wipers
97-100
Changing a wiper blade 174
Door mirrors 69-70
Active bonnet 106
Lighting controls 89-94
Directional lighting 96
Headlamp height adjustment 95
Changing bulbs 178-181
- front lamps
- direction indicator repeaters
Doors 60-62
- opening / closing
- central locking
- anti-attack security
- emergency locking
Cleaning, maintenance 197-198
Alarm 55-57
Electric windows 58-59
Braking assistance 103
Trajectory control 104-105
Tyre under-infl ation detection 138-139
Tyre pressures 138, 167, 206
Snow chains 173