Peugeot RCZ 2015 Owner's Manual

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CHILD SEATS RECOMMENDED BY PEUGEOT
PEUGEOT offers a range of recommended child seats which are secured using a three point seat belt:
Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg L1
"RÖMER Baby-Safe Plus"
Installed in the rearward facing position.
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg
L4
"KLIPPAN Optima"
From 22 kg (approximately
6
years), the booster is used on its own. L5
"RÖMER KIDFI
x "
Can
be fixed to the vehicle's
ISOFI

x mountings.
The child is restrained by the seat belt.
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LOCATIONS FOR CHILD SEATS SECURED USING THE SEAT BELT
In accordance with European regulations, this table indicates the option\
s for the installation of child seats secured using the seat belt and un\
iversally
approved (a) in relation to the weight of the child and the seat in th\
e vehicle.
Seat Weight of the child
/indicative age
Less than 13 kg
(groups 0 (b) and 0+) Up to 1 year approx From 9 to 18 kg
(group 1)
From 1 to 3 years approx From 15 to 25 kg
(group 2)
From 3 to 6 years approx From 22 to 36 kg
(group 3)
From 6 to 10 years approx
Front passenger seat (c) (d) U(R)U(R)U(R)U(R)
Outer rear seats XXXX
(a)

Universal child seat: child seat which can be installed in all vehicles \
using the seat belt.
(b)


Group 0: from birth to 10 kg. Infant car seats and "car" cots cannot be \
installed on the front passenger seat.
(c)


Consult the legislation in force in your country before installing your \
child on this seat.
(d)

When a rearward facing child seat is installed on the front passenger seat, the passenger's front airbag must be deactivated. Otherwise, the
child would risk being seriously injured or killed if the airbag were de\
ployed.
When a

forward facing child seat is installed on the front passenger seat, the passenger's front airbag must be left active.
U(R):

seat suitable for the installation of a child seat secured using the sea\
t belt and universally approved rearward facing and/or forward facing,
with the seat adjusted to its highest position.
X:


seat not suited to the installation of a child seat for the weight group\
indicated.

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"ISOFIx" MOUNTINGS
Your vehicle has been approved to the latest ISOFI x regulations.
The seats represented below are fitted with regulation ISOFIX
mountings:
These are three rings for each seat:
-


two rings
A, located between the vehicle seat back and cushion,
indicated by a label,
-

a ring
B referred to as the TOP TETHER, located under a cover
behind
the top of the backrest for fixing the upper strap.This
ISOFIX mounting system provides fast, reliable and safe fitting of
the child seat in your vehicle.
The

ISOFIX child seats

are fitted with two latches which are secured
easily on the two rings A

.
Some also have an upper strap which is attached to ring B.
To secure the child seat to the TOP TETHER:
-

open the cover at the top of the backrest,
-

fix the hook on the upper strap to the ring
B
,
-

tighten the upper strap.
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a vehicle compromises
the child's protection in the event of an accident.
Observe

strictly the fitting instructions in the installation guide
provided with the child seat.
For information regarding the possibilities for installing ISOFI

x
child seats in your vehicle, refer to the table.
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ISOFIx CHILD SEAT
This child seat can also be used on seats which are not fitted with ISOFIX mountings.
In this case, it must be attached to the vehicle seat using the three po\
int seat belt.
Adjust the front seat of the vehicle so that the child's feet do not tou\
ch the backrest.
Follow
the instructions for fitting the child seat given in the seat manufacturer's installation guide.
RECOMMENdEd BY PEUGEOT ANd APPROVE d FOR YOUR VEHICLE
ISOFIx child seat with TOP TETHER
RÖMER d uo Plus ISOFIX
(size category B1)
Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg
Installed only in the forward facing position.
Is attached to the rings A, as well as the ring B, referred to as the TOP TETHER,
using an upper strap.
Three seat body angles: sitting, reclining, lying.

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LOCATIONS FOR FITTING ISOFIx
CHILD
SEATS
In accordance with European Regulations, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on seats in the vehicle fitted with ISOFIX mountings.
In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFI
x child seats, the ISOFI x size category, determined by a letter from A to G, is indicated on the
child seat next to the ISOFI
x logo. Weight of the child / indicative age
Less than 10 kg (group 0)
Up to approx. 6 months Less than 10 kg
(group 0)
Less than 13 kg (group 0+)
Up to approx. 1 year From 9 to 18 kg
(group 1)
From approx. 1 to 3 years
Type of ISOFIX child seat Infant car seat*rearward facing rearward facing forward facing
ISOFIX size category FG C
dE CdA B B1
ISOFIX universal and semi-
universal child seats which can be
installed on the

outer rear seats X
XXIUF
IUF: seat suitable for the installation of an Isofix
Universal Forward facing child seat with a top tether.
It may be necessary to move the front seat forwards to facilitate the in\
stallation of a child seat on a rear seat.
X:

seat which is not suitable for the installation of an ISOFI x seat of the size category indicated.
* Infant car seats and "car" cots cannot be installed on the front passe\
nger seat.
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ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
CHILdREN AT THE FRONTThe incorrect installation of a child seat in a vehicle compromises
the child's protection in the event of an accident.
Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt buckle under the child
seat, as this could destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the child seat harnesses
keeping the slack relative to the child's body to a minimum, even
for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat belt, ensure that the
seat belt is tightened correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the
child seat firmly on the seat of your vehicle. If your passenger
seat is adjustable, move it forwards if necessary

.
At
rear seating positions, always leave sufficient space between
the front seat and:
-


a rearward facing child seat,
-

the child's feet for a child seat fitted forward facing.
To do this, move the front seat forwards and, if necessary, move
its backrest into the upright position.
For optimum installation of the forward facing child seat, ensure
that the back of the child seat is as close as possible to the
backrest of the vehicle's seat , in contact if possible.
You mst remove the head restraint before installing a child seat
with backrest to a passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is stored or attached securely to
prevent it from being thrown around the vehicle in the event of
sharp
braking. Refit the head restraint when the child seat is
removed. The legislation on carrying children on the front passenger seat
is

specific to each country. Refer to the legislation in force in your
country

.
Deactivate the passenger's front airbag when a rearward facing child
seat is installed on the front seat. Otherwise the child would risk
being seriously injured or killed if the airbag were deployed.
INSTALLING A BOOSTER SEA T
The chest part of the seat belt must be positioned on the child's
shoulder without touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt passes correctly over the
child's thighs.
PEUGEOT recommends the use of a booster seat which has a back,
fitted
with a seat belt guide at shoulder level.
As a safety measure, do not leave:
-

a child or children alone and unsupervised in a vehicle,
-


a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun,
with the windows closed,
-


the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.

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A FEW DRIVING
RECOMMENDA
TIONS
Never leave a vehicle unsupervised with the engine running. If
you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, apply the
parking brake and put the gearbox into neutral or position N or P,
depending on the type of gearbox.
Observe the driving regulations at all times and remain vigilant whatever
the

traffic

conditions.
Pay

close

attention

to

the

traffic

and

keep

your

hands

on

the

wheel

so

that you are ready to react at any time to any eventuality

.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is strongly recommended.
In

difficult

weather,

drive

smoothly,

anticipate

the

need

to

brake

and

increase the distance from other vehicles.
dRIVING ON FLOOdEd ROA
d S
If you are obliged to drive through water: We strongly advise against driving on flooded roads, as this could
cause serious damage to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.IMPORTANT!
Never drive with the parking brake applied - Risk of overheating
and damage to the braking system!
Do not park or run the engine when stationary in areas where
inflammable
substances and materials (dry grass, dead leaves...)
might

come into contact with the hot exhaust system - Risk of fire!
-

check that the depth of water does not exceed 10 cm, taking
account of waves that might be generated by other users,
-


drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In all cases, do not
exceed 6 mph (10 km/h),
-


do not stop and do not switch of
f the engine.
On

leaving the flooded road, as soon as circumstances allow, make
several light brake applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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IGNITION SWITCH
Ignition on position
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric equipment or portable devices to be charged.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops to the reserve level, the \
system switches to energy economy mode: the power supply is cut off
automatically to preserve the remaining battery charge.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp can stay on for a longer
period. When the engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come
on.
STARTING-SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
It has 3 positions:
-
position 1 (Stop): insert and removing the key,
-
position 2 (Ignition on) : steering column unlocked, ignition on,
Diesel preheating, engine running,
-
position 3 (Starting).
STARTING THE ENGINE
With the parking brake applied and the gearbox in neutral or
position
N or P:
F

depress the clutch pedal fully (manual gearbox),


or
F press
the brake pedal firmly (automatic gearbox),
F

insert the key into the ignition switch; the system recognises
the

code,
F

unlock the steering column by simultaneously turning the steering
and the key

.
F

With a petrol engine, operate the starter motor by turning the key to
position 3

without pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine
starts. Once the engine is running, release the key.
F

With a Diesel engine, turn the key to position 2

, ignition on, to
operate the engine pre-heating system.
In certain cases, you may have to apply more force to the steering
(wheels on full lock, for example).
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key, which would weigh down
on its blade in the ignition switch and could cause a malfunction. Switching off the engine leads to a loss of braking assistance. Wait until this warning lamp goes off in the instrument panel
then operate the starter motor by turning the key to position
3
without pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine starts.
Once the engine is running, release the key.

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In temperate conditions, do not leave the engine at idle to warm
up but move off straight away and drive at moderate speed.To facilitate unlocking of the steering column, it is recommended
that the wheels be returned to the straight ahead position before
switching off the engine.
For more information, refer to the "Practical information" section,
under "Energy economy mode". When you leave the vehicle, keep the key with you and lock
the
vehicle.
If the engine does not start straight away, switch off the ignition.
Wait a few moments before operating the starter motor again.
If the engine does not start after several attempts, do not keep
trying: you risk damaging the starter motor or the engine. Contact
a
PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle is at a complete
stop. With the engine off, the braking and steering assistance
systems are also cut off: risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Never leave the engine running in an enclosed area without
adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines emit toxic
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. Danger of intoxication
and death!
In very severe wintry conditions (temperatures below -23°C), to
ensure the correct operation and durability of the mechanical
components of your vehicle, engine and gearbox, it is necessary
to leave the engine running for 4 minutes before moving of

f.
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
F Stop the vehicle.
F
With the engine running at idle, turn the key to position 1

.
F

Remove the key from the ignition switch.
F


T
o lock the steering column, turn the steering until it locks.
F

Check that the parking brake is correctly applied, particularly on
sloping ground.
Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1-Stop), for a maximum of
30 minutes you can still use functions such as the audio and telematic
system, the wipers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy lamps,
...
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ELECTRONIC ENGINE IMMOBILISER
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When
the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
A few minutes after the ignition is switched off, this electronic engine
immobiliser locks the engine management system and prevents starting
of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.In the event of a malfunction, you are informed by lighting of this
warning lamp, an audible signal and a message in the screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not start; contact a PEUGEOT
dealer as soon as possible.
Key left in the "Ignition on" position
On opening the driver's door, an alert message is displayed,
accompanied by an audible signal, to remind you that the key is
still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop).
If the key has been left in the ignition switch at position 2 (Ignition
on), the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop),
then back to position 2 (Ignition on).