In the event of a breakdown
► Connect the (+) terminal of the front battery
by connecting the red quick-release clamp:
• Raise lever A fully.
• Refit the open clamp B on the (+) terminal.
• Push clamp B fully down.
Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
mechanical device.
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• Lower lever A to lock clamp B.
► Connect the (-) terminal to the rear battery
using the black quick-release terminal connector.
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.
After reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the
engine, to enable the electronic systems to
initialise.
► Disconnect the (+) terminal of the front
battery by disconnecting the red quick-release
clamp:
• Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.
• Remove clamp B by lifting it off.
For right-hand drive versions, when the
total distance recorder has reached
62 miles (100 km), you must wait
approximately 15 minutes before starting the
engine.
Reconnection
Never reverse the order of the
reconnection steps - risk of irreversible
damage!
If minor problems nevertheless persist following
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
A professional towing service must be
called if:
Referring to the relevant section, reset certain
equipment:
– Remote control key or electronic key
(depending on version).
– Broken down on a motorway or main road.
– Not possible to put the gearbox into neutral,
unlock the steering, or release the parking
brake.
– Sunroof and electric sun blind.
– Electric windows.
– Date and time.
– 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.
– Preset radio stations.
– No approved towbar available.
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