Practical information
► For more than 10 minutes, to use the
Observe the legislation in force in your
country relating to the use of snow chains
and maximum authorised speeds.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow to avoid
damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road
surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
equipment for approximately 30 minutes.
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Let the engine run for the specified duration to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
To recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or
continuously restarting the engine.
Only use chains that have been designed for the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size
215/65 R17
225/55 R18
205/55 R19
245/40 R20
Maximum link size
9 mm
9 mm
9 mm
Polaire PSGB 120
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
For more information on the 12 V
battery/ Accessories battery, refer to the
corresponding section.
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use
of certain functions, in order to conserve a
sufficient level of charge in the battery with the
ignition off.
After switching off the engine and for a maximum
cumulative period of around 40 minutes, you can
continue to use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, dipped beam headlamps or
courtesy lamps.
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Load reduction mode
This system manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the
load reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air conditioning
and the heated rear screen.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
Installation tips
► To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop
the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the
road.
Selecting the mode
► Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent
movement of the vehicle.
A confirmation message is displayed when
energy economy mode is entered, and the active
functions are placed on standby.
► Fit the snow chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
If a telephone call is in progress at the
time, it will be maintained for around 10
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free
system.
► Move off gently and drive for a few moments,
without exceeding 31 mph (50 km/h).
Bonnet
For more information on the Active bonnet,
► Stop the vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
refer to the corresponding section.
It is strongly recommended that you
practise fitting the snow chains on a level
and dry surface before setting off.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated
the next time the vehicle is used.
To restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
► For less than 10 minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately 5 minutes.
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