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YOUR 807 IN DETAIL
To return to normal operation, pull
the lever upwards until a click is
heard.
When this warning light
comes on, connected to the
STOP warning light, accom-
panied by a buzzer and the
message 'Braking fault', it
indicates that there is a malfunction of
the electronic brake force distribution,
which can cause a loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.
Illumination of this light,
accompanied by an audible
signal and the message
"handbrake on" on the
multi-function display, indi-
catesthatthehandbrakeisstillonor
has not been properly released.
Stop immediately.
In both cases, consult a Peugeot
dealer.
HANDBRAKE
Applying
When parking, pull the handbrake to
immobilize your vehicle.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING
SYSTEM (ABS) AND THE
ELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCE
DISTRIBUTION (EBFD)
Normal operation of the ABS may
make itself felt by slight vibrations
of the brake system.
Warning: when parking on a slope,
direct your wheels towards the
pavement and pull the handbrake.
The ABS, in conjunction with the
electronic brake force distribution,
increases the stability and manoevra-
bility of your vehicle, particularly on
poor or slippery road surfaces.
In emergency braking, press
very firmly without releasing
the pressure.
Releasing
Pull on the handle and press the
button to release the handbrake.
Note: when changing wheels (tyres
and rims), make sure that these are
approved.
EMERGENCY BRAKING
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
Disengaging
Apply the handbrake.
Pull the button located at the end of
the handbrake forwards.
In an emergency, this system
enables the optimum braking pres-
sure to be reached more quickly,
thus reducing the stopping distance.
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
The handbrake lever lowers.
You can now pivot the seat.
When this warning light
comes on, accompanied by
a buzzer and the message
It is triggered by the speed at which
the brake pedal is activated. The
effect of this is a reduction in the
resistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking efficiency.
"ABS fault", it indicates
that there is a malfunction of
the ABS, which can cause a loss of
control of the vehicle when braking.
12-05-2003
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