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MANUAL GEARBOX
A

UTOMATIC
GEARBOX
B

RAKE PA d SB RAKE d ISC WEAR
The gearbox does not require any maintenance
(no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule for the
checking interval for this component.
The
gearbox does not require any maintenance

(no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule for details of
the level checking interval for this component.
Brake wear depends on the style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in town, over short distances.
It may be necessary to have the condition of the brakes
checked, even between vehicle services.
Unless


there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the brake fluid level
indicates that the brake pads are worn. For information on checking brake disc wear

, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of
equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as important as those
in
the braking system, PEUGEOT

selects and offers very specific
products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness, or in wintry conditions, ice
can

form on the brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Make light brake applications to dry and defrost the
brakes.
PARKING BRAKE
If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system
is noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even
between two services.
Checking this system must be done by a PEUGEOT

dealer
or
a qualified workshop.
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CHECKS

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2. Inflation
F Turn the selector A to the "air" position.
F
Uncoil the black pipe H

fully.
F

Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel.
As

soon as possible, go to a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Y

ou must inform the technician that you have used this kit. After
inspection, the technician will advise you on whether the tyre can
be repaired or if it must be replaced.
F

Connect the compressor's electric plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
F


Start the vehicle again and leave the engine running. F

Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and press
button
C), in accordance with the vehicle's tyre pressure label
(located on the left hand door aperture).
A

loss of pressure indicates that the puncture has not been fully
plugged;
contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or qualified workshop for
assistance.
F


Remove and stow the kit.
F


Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting the
distance travelled to approximately 120 miles (200 km).

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Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for single use; even if only partly
used, it must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the cartridge into the environment, take it
to an authorised waste disposal site or a PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant cartridge, available from
PEUGEOT


dealers or from a qualified workshop.
REMOVING THE CARTRI d GE
F Stow the black pipe.
F
Detach the angled base from the white pipe.
F


Support the compressor vertically
.
F

Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.
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CHECKING TYRE PRESSURES /
INFLA

TING
ACCESSORIES
You can also use the compressor, without injecting any product, to:
-

check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,
-

inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle tyres...).
F

T
urn the selector A to the "Air" position.
F

Uncoil the black pipe H

fully.
F

Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel or
accessory

.
If
necessary, fit one of the adaptors supplied with the kit first.F

Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.
F


Start the vehicle and let the engine run.
F

Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch
B

in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and press
button
C), according to the vehicle's tyre pressure label or the
accessory's pressure label.
F

Remove the kit then stow it.

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TOOLS AN d 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
floor
with Velcro
®.
The

tools

are

held in a storage box under the boot floor.
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.
F Tighten

the

security

bolt

using

the

wheelbrace

fitted

with

the

security socket.
F


T

ighten the other bolts using the wheelbrace only.
F Refit

the

covers

on

each

of

the

bolts.
F

Store the tools in the storage box.
After changing a wheel
Have the tightening of the bolts and the pressure of the new wheel
checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay

.

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CHANGING A BULB
The headlamps are fitted with polycarbonate glass with a protective coating:
F
do not clean them using a dry or abrasive cloth, nor with
a detergent or solvent product,
F


use a sponge and soapy water or a pH neutral product,
F


when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do
not keep the lance directed towards the lamps or their edges
for too long, so as not to damage their protective coating and
seals.
FRONT LAMPS
Model with halogen headlamps
1. d irection indicators (PY21W amber).
2. d
ipped beam headlamps (H7).
3.

Main beam headlamps (H1).
4.

d
aytime running lamps / sidelamps (P21/5W)


or
d

aytime running lamps / sidelamps (LE d s).
Changing a bulb should only be done after the headlamp has been
switched off for several minutes (risk of serious burns).
F Do

not

touch

the

bulb

directly

with

your

fingers,

use

a

lint-free

cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid\

damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb with the same type
and


specification.
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Changing reversing lamps and foglamps
Version with asymmetrical twin exhaust tailpipes
These two bulbs are changed from outside the rear bumper:
F
unclip the protective cover from the rear
, then tilt it,
F remove
it completely to gain access to the two lamp fixing bolts,
On the left-hand side, take care not to touch the silencer; risk
of burns, if you change the bulb immediately after switching
off the ignition.
F turn
these two bolts one quarter of a turn and remove them,
F

push the lamp towards the inside to unclip it, then tilt it,
F


pull the lamp towards the outside for access to the various bulb-
holders.
-


For the reversing lamps: pull the corresponding bulb holder
,
- turn
the bulb one quarter of a turn and change it.
- For
the foglamp: turn the bulb holder one quarter of a turn and
remove it,
-

turn the bulb one quarter of a turn and change it.
To
refit, carry out these operations in reverse order.

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Version with symmetrical twin exhaust tailpipes
The bulbs on these two types of lamp are changed by partly removing
the lamp unit A in the rear bumper:
F using a screwdriver, remove the 3 fixing screws B located under the
vehicle,
Take care not to touch the silencer; risk of burns, if you
change the bulb immediately after switching off the ignition.
F

without forcing, lower the rear part of the lamp unit for access to the \
bulb holders C

,
F turn
the corresponding bulb holder a quarter of a turn then remove
it towards the front of the vehicle,
F

turn the bulb one quarter of a turn and change it.
To
refit, carry out these operations in reverse order.
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Changing sidelamps and direction indicators
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When using this type of washing on stubborn dirt, do not persist
on the headlamps, the lamps and their surrounds to avoid
damaging their protective coating and seals.
Changing number plate lamps (W5W)
F Insert the end of the vehicle's key in the hole in the transparent
cover .
F

Push towards the outside to unclip it.
F


Remove the transparent cover
.
F

Pull the bulb out and change it.
Changing the third brake lamp (LEds)
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
High pressure washing

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TOWING A VEHICLE
TOWING EYE
This is stored in the boot under the floor.
For access to it:
F

open the boot,
F

raise the floor using the strap,
F

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


remove the towing eye from the storage box.
GENERAL RECOMMEN d ATIONS
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 arm; 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 arm available...