2019-2025 Peugeot 2008 SUV In the event of a breakdown User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

In the event of a breakdown for Your Peugeot 2008 SUV Second Generation (2019-2025)

In the event of a breakdown  
For more information on Refuelling and  
on Misfuel prevention (Diesel), refer to  
the corresponding section.  
Assembling and placing the  
triangle  
Warning triangle  
This reflective and dismantlable device is to be  
installed on the side of the road when a vehicle  
is broken down or damaged.  
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1.5 BlueHDi engines  
Before getting out of the vehicle  
Turn on the hazard warning lamps, then  
put on the safety vest to assemble and install  
the triangle.  
► Switch on the ignition (without starting the  
engine).  
► Wait around 1 minute and switch off the  
ignition.  
► Operate the starter motor to start the engine.  
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,  
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.  
Storage compartment  
Tool kit  
Set of tools supplied with the vehicle.  
Its content depends on your vehicle's equipment:  
– Temporary puncture repair kit.  
– Spare wheel.  
For versions supplied with a triangle as original  
equipment, refer to the illustration above.  
For other versions, refer to the assembly  
instructions provided with the triangle.  
► Put the triangle in place behind the vehicle,  
as required by local legislation.  
Access to the tools  
Depending on version, the tool kit is stored in a  
bag or in a storage box in the boot.  
Running out of fuel  
(Diesel)  
With Diesel engines, the fuel system must be  
primed if you run out of fuel.  
There is a compartment in the interior trim of the  
tailgate to store a warning triangle.  
► After opening the tailgate, release the cover  
by turning the screw a quarter turn to the left.  
Before starting to prime the system, it is  
essential to put at least 5 litres of Diesel into the  
fuel tank.  
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On the boot carpet or floor  
With temporary puncture repair kit  
workshop to obtain the one that was intended  
by the manufacturer.  
The jack meets European standards, as  
defined in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/  
CE.  
The jack does not require any maintenance.  
List of tools  
With spare wheel  
1. Chock to immobilise the vehicle (depending  
on equipment)  
2. Socket for the wheel security bolts (located in  
the glove box) (depending on equipment)  
To adapt the wheelbrace to the special  
‘security’ bolts.  
Under the boot carpet or floor  
► Raise the boot floor (depending on version),  
then the boot carpet by pulling the strap to  
access the tools.  
These tools are specific to the vehicle  
and may vary according to the level of  
equipment.  
3. Removable towing eye  
For more information on Towing the vehicle  
and using the removable towing eye, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
Do not use them for any other purpose.  
The jack must only be used to change a  
wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.  
Do not use any jack other than the one  
supplied with the vehicle.  
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
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With temporary puncture repair kit  
Tyre inflation pressures are indicated on  
this label.  
For more information on Identification  
markings, particularly this label, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
5. Wheelbrace  
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For removing the wheel bolts.  
6. Jack with integrated handle  
To raise the vehicle.  
7. Wheel bolt cap removal tool (depending on  
equipment)  
For removing the wheel bolt head finishers on  
alloy wheels.  
For more information on the Spare wheel, refer  
to the corresponding section.  
Should the pressure of one or more tyres  
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise  
the under-inflation detection system.  
4. 12 V compressor with cartridge of sealant  
and speed limit sticker  
Temporary puncture  
repair kit  
For more information on Tyre under-inflation  
detection, refer to the corresponding section.  
For temporary repair of a tyre and to adjust  
the tyre pressure.  
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view  
explanatory videos.  
For more information about the Temporary  
puncture repair kit, refer to the corresponding  
section.  
Repair procedure  
Do not remove any foreign bodies (e.g.  
nail, screw) which have penetrated into  
the tyre.  
Made up of a compressor and a sealant  
cartridge, it allows you to carry out a temporary  
repair of the tyre so that you can drive to the  
nearest garage.  
It is designed to repair most punctures located  
on the tyre tread.  
With spare wheel  
► Park the vehicle without obstructing traffic  
and apply the parking brake.  
► Follow the safety instructions (hazard  
warning lamps, warning triangle, high visibility  
jacket, etc.) according to the legislation in force  
in the country in which you are driving.  
► Switch the ignition off.  
The vehicle's electric system allows the  
connection of the compressor to the 12 V  
power supply for long enough to repair a tyre  
after a puncture.  
► Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be  
repaired, and place it in a clean place.  
For more information on the Tool kit,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
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After use, do not discard the bottle into the  
environment; take it to a PEUGEOT dealer or  
an authorised waste disposal site.  
Do not forget to obtain a new bottle of  
sealant, available from a PEUGEOT dealer or  
a qualified workshop.  
► Switch on the compressor by moving the  
switch to position "I" until the tyre pressure  
reaches 2 bar. The sealant product is injected  
under pressure into the tyre; do not disconnect  
the pipe from the valve during this operation (risk  
of blowback).  
► Connect the pipe from the bottle of sealant to  
the valve of the tyre to be repaired and tighten  
firmly.  
► Connect the pipe from the compressor to the  
bottle of sealant.  
► Check that the compressor switch is in  
position "O".  
► Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under  
the compressor.  
If after approximately 7 minutes, the  
pressure of 2 bar is not reached, this  
indicates that the tyre is not repairable;  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop for assistance.  
► Drive immediately for approximately 3 miles  
(5 kilometres) at reduced speed (between  
12 and 37 mph (20 and 60 km/h)) to plug the  
puncture.  
► Move the switch to position "O".  
► Disconnect the compressor's electric plug  
from the vehicle's 12 V socket.  
► Connect the compressor's electric plug to the  
vehicle's 12 V socket.  
► Stop to check the repair and the tyre  
pressure using the kit.  
► Remove the kit.  
► Refit the cap on the valve.  
► Remove and store the bottle of sealant.  
► Affix the speed limit sticker.  
With a tyre repaired using this type of kit,  
do not exceed a speed of 50 mph  
(80 km/h) and do not drive more than  
50 miles (80 km).  
You must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop to have the repair checked  
and the tyre changed.  
The sealant product is harmful if  
swallowed and causes irritation to the  
eyes.  
Keep this product out of the reach of children.  
The use-by date of the fluid is marked on the  
bottle.  
The speed limit sticker must be affixed  
inside the vehicle in the area close to the  
driver, to remind them that a wheel is in  
temporary use.  
► Switch the ignition on.  
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Depending on version, the spare wheel  
may be a standard steel, non-standard or  
'space-saver' wheel.  
Checking/adjusting tyre  
pressures  
The compressor can be used, without injecting  
sealant, to check and, if necessary, adjust the  
tyre pressures.  
Spare wheel  
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Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view  
explanatory videos.  
Removing the spare wheel  
For more information on the Tool kit,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
► Remove the valve cap from the tyre and keep  
it in a clean place.  
► Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.  
► Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten  
firmly.  
► Check that the compressor switch is in  
position "O".  
► Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under  
the compressor.  
► Connect the compressor's electric plug to the  
vehicle's 12 V socket.  
Spare wheel tyre pressure  
The inflation pressure for the spare  
wheel is indicated on the tyre pressure label  
- ensure that its inflation pressure is checked  
regularly.  
For more information on Identification  
markings, particularly the tyre pressure label,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
► Slacken the central nut.  
► Remove the fastening device (nut and bolt).  
► Lift the spare wheel towards you from the  
rear.  
► Switch the ignition on.  
► Start the compressor by placing the switch at  
position "I" and adjust the pressure to the value  
shown on the vehicle's tyre pressure label. To  
deflate: press the black button located on the  
compressor pipe, near the valve connection.  
► Take the wheel out of the boot.  
Accessing the spare wheel  
Putting the spare wheel back in place  
The punctured wheel cannot be put  
under the boot floor.  
If after 7 minutes the pressure of 2 bar is  
not reached, the tyre is damaged;  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop for assistance.  
► Once the correct pressure is reached, put the  
switch in position "O".  
► Remove the kit and stow it.  
► Refit the cap on the valve.  
The spare wheel is stored under the boot carpet.  
To access the spare wheel, first refer to the Tool  
kit section.  
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► Put the spare wheel back in place in its  
housing.  
► Slacken the nut on the bolt by a few turns.  
► Position the fastening device (nut and bolt) in  
the middle of the wheel.  
► Tighten the central nut sufficiently to retain  
the wheel correctly.  
► Depending on version, put the tool box back  
in place in the middle of the wheel and clip it in  
place.  
Wheel with wheel trim  
When removing the wheel, first remove  
the wheel trim by pulling at the valve aperture  
using the wheelbrace.  
When refitting the wheel, refit the wheel  
trim, starting by placing its aperture in line  
with the valve and then pushing it into place  
all round its edge with the palm of your hand.  
► Place the foot of jack 6 on the ground and  
ensure that it is directly below the front A or  
rear B jacking point on the underbody, whichever  
is closest to the wheel to be changed.  
Removing a wheel  
Parking the vehicle  
Immobilise the vehicle where it does  
not obstruct traffic: the ground must be level,  
stable and non-slippery.  
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear  
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,  
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch  
off the ignition.  
With an automatic gearbox, select mode P  
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,  
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch  
off the ignition.  
Check that the parking brake indicator lamps  
on the instrument panel are on fixed.  
The occupants must get out of the vehicle  
and wait where they are safe.  
If necessary, place a chock under the wheel  
diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed.  
Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a  
jack; use an axle stand.  
► To remove the wheel bolt cover on each of  
the bolts, use tool 7 (alloy wheels).  
► Fit security socket 2 on wheelbrace 5 to  
slacken the security bolt.  
► Slacken the other bolts using the  
wheelbrace 5 only.  
► Extend jack 6 until its head comes into  
contact with jacking point A or B; contact area A  
or B on the vehicle must be properly inserted  
into the central part of the head of the jack.  
► Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient  
space between the wheel and the ground to  
easily admit the spare (not punctured) wheel.  
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Ensure that the jack is stable. If the  
ground is slippery or loose, the jack may  
slip or collapse - risk of injury!  
Take care to position the jack strictly at  
one of the jacking points A or B under the  
vehicle, ensuring that the head of the jack is  
centred under the contact area on the vehicle.  
Otherwise, there is a risk of damage to the  
vehicle and/or of the jack collapsing - risk of  
injury!  
Fitting a wheel  
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Fitting a steel or "space-saver" type  
spare wheel  
If the vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, the  
washers A do not make contact with the steel  
or "space-saver" type spare wheel. The wheel  
is held in place by the conical contact surface  
B of each bolt.  
► Lower the vehicle again fully.  
► Fold jack 6 and remove it.  
► Remove the bolts and store them in a clean  
place.  
► Remove the wheel.  
► Tighten the security bolt using the  
wheelbrace 5 equipped with a security socket 2.  
► Tighten the other bolts using the  
wheelbrace 5 only.  
► Refit the bolt covers to each of the bolts  
(depending on equipment).  
► Fit the wheel on the hub.  
► Screw in the bolts by hand as far as possible.  
► Pre-tighten the security bolt using the  
wheelbrace 5 equipped with a security socket 2.  
► Pre-tighten the other bolts using the  
wheelbrace 5 only.  
► Store the tools.  
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After changing a wheel  
their edges for too long, so as not to damage  
their protective coating and seals.  
Changing a bulb  
With a non-standard or 'space-saver'  
spare wheel  
In some weather conditions (e.g. low  
temperature or humidity), misting on the  
internal surface of the glass of the headlamps  
and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear  
after the lamps have been on for a few  
minutes.  
Changing a bulb must only be done with  
the ignition off and after the headlamp /  
lamp has been switched off for several  
minutes - risk of serious burns!  
Do not touch the bulb directly with your  
fingers; use a lint-free cloth.  
Deactivate certain driving aid functions  
(Active Safety Brake, Adaptive cruise control,  
etc.).  
Do not exceed the maximum authorised  
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) or the maximum  
distance of 50 miles (80 km).  
It is essential only to use anti-ultraviolet  
(UV) type bulbs, so as not to damage the  
headlamp.  
Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb  
of the same type and specification. To avoid  
lighting imbalance, replace the bulbs in pairs.  
Never look too closely at the light beam  
of LED technology lamps - risk of serious  
eye injury!  
Driving with more than one spare wheel of  
this type is prohibited.  
The wheel trim from the replaced wheel must  
not be refitted.  
Refitting the lamp units  
Perform the operations in the reverse  
order to dismantling.  
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Have the tightening of the spare wheel's bolts  
and its tyre pressure checked.  
Have the punctured tyre examined. After  
inspection, the technician will advise you on  
whether the tyre can be repaired or if it must  
be replaced.  
Light-emitting diode (LED)  
headlamps and lamps  
The headlamps have polycarbonate  
lenses with a protective coating:  
– Do not clean them with a dry or abrasive  
cloth, nor with detergent or solvent  
products.  
Depending on version, the affected types of  
headlamps/lamps are:  
– "LED" technology headlamps.  
– Full LED technology headlamps.  
– Front foglamps.  
– Use a sponge and soapy water or a pH  
neutral product.  
– When using a high-pressure washer on  
persistent marks, do not keep the lance  
directed towards the headlamps, lamps or  
– Offset daytime running lamps.  
– Direction indicator side repeaters.  
– Side spotlamps.  
– 3D rear lamps.  
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– Third brake lamp.  
– Number plate lamps.  
Model with  
LED technology headlamps  
Opening the bonnet/Accessing the  
bulbs  
Proceed with caution when the engine is hot -  
risk of burns!  
Take care with objects or clothing that could  
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan -  
risk of strangulation!  
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Replacement of this type of bulb  
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Do not touch LED or Full LED technology  
headlamps - risk of electrocution!  
Halogen bulbs (Hx)  
Front lamps  
To ensure good quality lighting, check  
that the bulb is correctly positioned in its  
housing.  
Model with Full  
LED technology headlamps  
1. Main beam headlamps (LED)  
2. Dipped beam headlamps (LED)  
3. Daytime running lamps / Sidelamps (LED)  
4. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).  
Main / Dipped beam headlamps  
Model with halogen headlamps  
1. Dipped beam headlamps / Main beam  
headlamps  
2. Direction indicators  
3. Sidelamps  
4. Daytime running lamps / Sidelamps  
5. Front foglamps  
1. Main beam headlamps (H9)  
2. Dipped beam headlamps (H18)  
3. Daytime running lamps / Sidelamps (LEDs)  
4. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).  
► Remove the protective cover by pulling the  
tab.  
► Pull the bulb holder backwards to remove it.  
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► Pull the bulb to remove it.  
► Replace the bulb.  
When refitting the bulb holder in its housing,  
press until you hear a click which means it is  
locked in place.  
When changing the bulb within a few  
minutes of switching off the ignition, take  
care not to touch the exhaust - risk of burns!  
Rear lamps  
Fuses  
Direction indicators  
Changing a fuse  
Rapid flashing of a direction indicator  
lamp (left or right) indicates that one of  
the bulbs on the corresponding side has  
failed.  
All work must be carried out only by a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop  
The replacement of a fuse by a third party  
could cause a serious malfunction of the  
vehicle.  
1. Sidelamps / Daytime running lamps (LED)  
2. Brake lamps (LED)  
3. Reversing lamps (LED)  
4. Direction indicators (LED)  
Installing electrical accessories  
The vehicle's electrical system is  
designed to operate with standard or optional  
equipment.  
Foglamps (P21W)  
Before fitting other electrical equipment  
or accessories to your vehicle, contact a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
► Remove the protective cover by pulling the  
tab.  
► Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise.  
► Pull the bulb and bulb holder assembly  
backwards.  
PEUGEOT accepts no responsibility for  
the cost incurred in repairing the vehicle  
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting from  
the installation of accessories not supplied or  
not recommended by PEUGEOT and not  
installed in accordance with its  
recommendations, in particular when the  
combined power consumption of all of the  
additional equipment connected exceeds 10  
milliamperes.  
These bulbs are replaced from outside the rear  
bumper.  
► Pass your hand under the bumper.  
► Disconnect the connector.  
► Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn and  
remove it.  
► Replace the bulb.  
Amber coloured bulbs must be replaced  
by bulbs with identical specifications and  
colour.  
► Turn the bulb a quarter turn and replace it.  
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Precautions before working on the  
accessory battery  
Select mode P, switch off the ignition, check  
that the instrument panel is off and that the  
vehicle is not being charged.  
Starting using another  
battery  
If the vehicle's battery is flat, the engine can be  
started using a backup battery (either external or  
from another vehicle) and jump leads or using a  
battery booster.  
12 V battery / Accessory  
battery  
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Procedure for starting the engine using another  
battery or for charging a discharged battery.  
Lead-acid starter batteries  
Jump-starting another vehicle  
Do not use the accessory battery to  
jump-start another vehicle or to charge  
another vehicle's battery.  
Never start the engine by connecting a  
battery charger.  
These batteries contain harmful  
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).  
They must be disposed of in accordance  
with regulations and must never under any  
circumstances be discarded with household  
waste.  
Never use a 24 V or higher battery booster.  
Check beforehand that the backup battery  
has a nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity  
at least equal to that of the discharged  
battery.  
Accessing the battery  
The battery is located under the bonnet.  
Take used remote control batteries and  
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.  
The two vehicles must not be in contact with  
each other.  
Switch off all electricity-consuming equipment  
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,  
lighting, etc.).  
Make sure that the jump leads are well away  
from the engine’s moving parts (fan, belt,  
etc.).  
Protect your eyes and face before  
handling the battery.  
All operations on the battery must be carried  
out in a well ventilated area and away from  
naked flames and sources of sparks, to avoid  
any risk of explosion or fire.  
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while the  
engine is running.  
For access to the (+) terminal:  
► Release the bonnet by pulling the internal  
release lever, then the external safety catch.  
► Raise the bonnet.  
Wash your hands afterwards.  
Electric motor  
(+) Positive terminal.  
Flat accessory battery  
This terminal has a quick-release clamp.  
(-) Negative terminal.  
It is no longer possible to start the motor  
or recharge the traction battery.  
As the battery's negative terminal is not  
accessible, a remote earth point is located facing  
the battery.  
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► Allow the engine to run for at least  
30 minutes, with the vehicle stationary, so that  
the battery reaches an adequate state of charge.  
Follow the instructions provided by the  
manufacturer of the charger.  
Never reverse polarities.  
Driving immediately without having  
reached a sufficient level of charge may  
affect some of the vehicle's functions.  
It is not necessary to disconnect the  
battery.  
► Switch the ignition off.  
► Switch off all electrical consumers (audio  
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).  
Automatic gearbox  
Never try to start the engine by pushing  
the vehicle.  
► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the  
vehicle has one.  
► Connect the red cable to the (+) terminal of  
flat battery A (at the metal elbow), then to the  
(+) terminal of the backup battery B or of the  
booster.  
► Connect one end of the green or black cable  
to the (-) terminal of the backup battery B or of  
the booster (or to an earth point on the assisting  
vehicle).  
► Connect the other end of the green or black  
cable to the earth point C.  
► Start the engine on the assisting vehicle and  
leave it running for a few minutes.  
► Operate the starter on the broken down  
vehicle and let the engine run.  
Charging the battery using a  
battery charger  
For optimum service life of the battery, it is  
essential to maintain an adequate state of  
charge.  
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to  
charge the battery:  
– When using the vehicle mainly for short  
journeys.  
– If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for  
several weeks.  
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
► Switch off charger B before connecting  
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any  
dangerous sparks.  
► Ensure that the charger cables are in good  
condition.  
► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the  
vehicle has one.  
► Connect the cables of charger B as follows:  
• the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal  
of battery A,  
If the engine does not start immediately, switch  
off the ignition and wait a few moments before  
trying again.  
To charge the vehicle's battery yourself,  
use only a charger compatible with  
lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage of  
12 V.  
► Wait for it to return to idle.  
► Disconnect the jump leads in reverse order.  
► Refit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if  
the vehicle has one.  
• the negative (-) black cable to earth point C  
on the vehicle.  
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Reconnecting the (+) terminal  
► At the end of the charging operation, switch  
off charger B before disconnecting the cables  
from battery A.  
► Switch off all electricity-consuming devices  
(audio system, wipers, lamps, etc.).  
► Switch off the ignition and wait for 4 minutes.  
After accessing the battery, it is only necessary  
to disconnect the (+) terminal.  
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If this label is present, use only a 12 V  
charger to avoid causing irreversible  
damage to the electrical components.  
Quick-release terminal clamp  
Disconnecting the (+) terminal  
24V  
+
-
12V  
► Raise lever A fully.  
► Refit open clamp B on the (+) terminal.  
► Push clamp B fully down.  
Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk  
of explosion!  
► Lower lever A to lock clamp B.  
► Depending on equipment, lower the plastic  
cover on the (+) terminal.  
If the battery has frozen, have it checked by a  
PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified workshop  
who will verify that the internal components  
have not been damaged and that the case  
has not cracked, which would mean a risk of  
toxic and corrosive acid leaking.  
Do not force the lever when pressing on  
it, as if the clamp is not positioned  
correctly, locking will then not be possible.  
Start the procedure again.  
► Depending on equipment, lift the plastic cover  
on the (+) terminal.  
► Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.  
► Remove clamp B by lifting it off.  
Disconnecting the battery  
Following reconnection  
In order to maintain an adequate state of  
charge for starting the engine, we recommend  
disconnecting the battery if the vehicle is to be  
unused for an extended period.  
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the  
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the  
engine, to enable the electronic systems to  
initialise.  
If minor problems nevertheless persist following  
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Before disconnecting the battery:  
► Close all openings (doors, boot, windows,  
roof).  
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Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise  
certain equipment:  
– Remote control key or electronic key  
(depending on version).  
– Sunroof.  
– Electric windows.  
– Date and time.  
– Preset radio stations.  
– Not possible to put the gearbox into neutral,  
unlock the steering, or release the parking  
brake.  
– Not possible to tow a vehicle with an  
automatic gearbox, with the engine running.  
– Towing with only two wheels on the ground.  
– Four-wheel drive vehicle.  
Towing the vehicle  
General recommendations  
Observe the legislation in force in the  
country where you are driving.  
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 the vehicle is towed with its engine  
off, there is no longer braking and steering  
assistance.  
– No approved towbar available.  
The Stop & Start system may not be  
operational during the trip following the  
first engine start.  
In this case, the system will only be available  
again after a continuous period with the  
vehicle immobilised, the duration of which  
depends on the exterior temperature and the  
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8  
hours).  
Before towing the vehicle, it is essential  
to put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode.  
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer  
to the corresponding section.  
Electric motor  
An electric vehicle cannot under any  
circumstances be used to tow another  
vehicle.  
A professional towing service must be  
called if:  
However, it may be used, for example, to exit  
a rut.  
– Broken down on a motorway or main road.  
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In the event of a breakdown  
Towing constraints  
Rear wheels on the  
ground  
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Type of vehicle  
(engine/gearbox)  
Front wheels on the  
ground  
Flatbed  
4 wheels on the ground  
with towbar  
Internal combustion/Manual  
Internal combustion/Automatic  
Electric  
In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a professional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).  
► Screw the towing eye in fully.  
► Install the towbar.  
► Put the gearbox into neutral.  
Accessing the tools  
For more information on accessing the Tool kit,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Failure to observe this instruction could  
Towing your vehicle  
To access the front screw thread:  
result in damage to certain components  
(braking, transmission, etc.) and to the  
absence of braking assistance the next time  
the engine is started.  
Automatic gearbox  
Never tow the vehicle with the driving  
wheels on the ground and the engine off.  
► Unclip the cover by pressing on its left-hand  
section.  
► Release the cover to the right and then  
downwards.  
To be towed:  
► Unlock the steering and release the parking  
brake.  
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In the event of a breakdown  
► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both  
vehicles in accordance with the legislation in  
force in the country in which you are driving.  
► Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a  
short distance.  
Towing another vehicle  
To access the rear screw thread:  
► Unclip the cover by pressing at its right-hand  
section.  
► Pull the cover downwards.  
To tow:  
► Screw the towing eye in fully.  
► Install the towbar.  
► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both  
vehicles.  
► Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a  
short distance.  
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)
Tool kit
Temporary puncture repair kit
Spare wheel
Changing a bulb
Fuses
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Towing the vehicle