Get In the event of a breakdown Guide for Peugeot Rifter 4 Door 2003-2017

In the event of a breakdown

F

Operate the priming pump

repeatedly until resistance is felt

(there may be resistance on the

first press).

With spare wheel

Running out of fuel

(Diesel)

On vehicles fitted with Diesel engines, the fuel

system must be primed if you run out of fuel.

If the engine does not start first time, do not

keep trying, but start the procedure again from

the beginning.

F Operate the starter to start the engine (if the

engine does not start at the first attempt,

wait around 15 seconds before trying

again).

F If the engine does not start after a few

attempts, operate the priming pump again

then start the engine.

F Put the cover back in place and clip it in.

F Close the bonnet again.

The jack is located under the right-hand front

seat.

The tools are located under the left-hand front

seat.

For more information on Misfuel

prevention (Diesel), refer to the

corresponding section.

Details of the tool kit

BlueHDi engines

Tool kit

F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of

Diesel fuel.

F Switch on the ignition (without starting the

engine).

F For easier access, move the seat(s)

forward.

Access to the tools

F Wait around 6 seconds and switch off the

ignition.

With temporary puncture repair

kit

F Repeat the operation 10 times.

F Operate the starter to run the engine.

1. Chock to immobilise the vehicle.

2. Removable towing eye.

3. Torx key.

Other engines

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Permits removal of the rear lamps in order

to change a bulb.

F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of

Diesel fuel.

F Open the bonnet.

F If necessary, unclip the cover to access the

priming pump.

The kit is located under the right-hand front

seat.

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With temporary puncture repair

kit

With a spare wheel

All of these tools are specific to your

vehicle and may vary depending on

equipment.

Do not use them for any other purposes.

The jack must only be used to change a wheel

with a damaged or punctured tyre.

The jack does not require any maintenance.

The jack meets European standards, as defined

in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE.

6. Wheelbrace.

4. Temporary puncture repair kit.

Contains a 12 V compressor and

Certain parts of the jack such as the screw

thread or the joints could cause injury:

avoid touching them.

Carefully remove all traces of lubrication

grease.

For removing the wheel bolts and raising/

lowering the jack.

a cartridge of sealant to temporarily repair

the wheel and adjust the tyre pressure.

7. Jack.

Used to raise the vehicle.

5. Speed limit sticker.

8. Wheel bolt cover/wheel trim removal tools

(depending on equipment).

If present on your vehicle, it removes the

wheel bolt covers on alloy wheels or the

wheel trim on steel wheels.

For more information on the Temporary

puncture repair kit, refer to the

corresponding section.

Temporary puncture

repair kit

9. Socket for the wheel security bolts.

Used for adapting the wheelbrace to the

special "security" bolts.

Scan the QR code on page 3 to view

explanatory videos.

For more information on the Spare wheel,

refer to the corresponding section.

Comprising a compressor and a sealant

cartridge, it allows the temporary repair of

a tyre so that you can drive to the nearest

garage.

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F Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be

It is designed to repair most punctures

which could affect the tyre, located on the

tyre tread or shoulder.

repaired, and place it in a clean area.

The vehicle's electric system allows the

connection of the compressor for long

enough to repair a damaged tyre.

F Connect the pipe from the compressor to

For more information on the Tool kit, refer

to the corresponding section.

the bottle of sealant.

Avoid removing any foreign bodies which

have penetrated into the tyre.

F Connect the hose from the bottle of sealant

to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and

tighten firmly.

Repair procedure

F Check that the compressor switch is at the

"O" position.

F Uncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under

the compressor.

F Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket.

F Park the vehicle without obstructing any

traffic and apply the parking brake.

F Follow the safety instructions (hazard

warning lamps, warning triangle, wearing

high visibility vest, etc.) according to the

legislation in force in the country where you

are driving.

Only the 12 V socket located at the front of

the vehicle can be used.

F Switch off the ignition.

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F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the

compressor.

F

Affix the speed limit sticker.

F Turn the sealant bottle over and secure it in

the notch provided on the compressor.

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The speed limit sticker must be secured

to the interior of the vehicle in the driver's

field of vision, to remind you that a wheel

is in temporary use.

If a pressure of 2 bars is not reached after

about 7 minutes, this indicates that the

tyre is not repairable; contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop for

assistance.

F Place the switch in the "O" position.

F Disconnect the compressor's electric plug

from the vehicle's 12 V socket.

F Replace the cap on the valve.

F Remove the kit.

F Drive immediately for approximately three

miles (five kilometres), at reduced speed

(between 12 and 37 mph (20 and 60 km/h)),

to plug the puncture.

The tyre inflation pressures are given on

this label.

F Remove and then store the bottle of sealant.

F Stop to check the repair and measure the

tyre pressure using the kit.

F Switch on the ignition.

Do not exceed the speed of 50 mph

(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired

using this type of kit.

Take care, 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.

Checking/adjusting tyre

pressures

After use, do not discard the bottle in

standard waste, 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.

You can also use the compressor,

without injecting sealant, to check and, if

necessary, adjust the tyre pressures.

F Start the compressor by turning the switch

to the "l" position until the pressure of the

tyre reaches 2.0 bars. The sealant product

is injected under pressure into the tyre;

do not disconnect the pipe from the valve

during this operation (risk of blowback).

F Remove the valve cap from the tyre and

place it in a clean area.

F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the

compressor.

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Do not drive more than 125 miles (200 km)

with the repaired tyre; see a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop to change

the tyre.

Should the pressure of one or more tyres

be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise

the under-inflation detection system.

For more information on Under-inflation

detection, refer to the corresponding

section.

F Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten

F 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.

firmly.

F Check that the compressor switch is at the

"O" position.

F Uncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under

the compressor.

Spare wheel

Scan the QR code on page 3 to view

explanatory videos.

F Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket.

F Switch on the ignition.

Procedure for changing a damaged wheel with

the spare wheel using the tools provided with

the vehicle.

If a pressure of 2 bars is not reached after

7 minutes, this indicates that the tyre is not

repairable; contact a PEUGEOT dealer or

a qualified workshop for assistance.

Only the 12 V socket located at the front

of the vehicle can be used to power the

compressor.

For more information on the Tool kit, refer

to the corresponding section.

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F Park the vehicle without obstructing any traffic

and apply the parking brake.

F Once the correct pressure is reached, put

the switch to the "O" position.

F Remove the kit then stow it.

F Follow the safety instructions (hazard warning

lamps, warning triangle, wearing high visibility

vest, etc.) according to the legislation in force

in the country where you are driving.

F Switch off the ignition.

The tyre inflation pressures are given on

this label.

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Reꢀt the spare wheel in the

carrier

Access to the spare wheel

F Access to the spare wheel is from the rear.

F Slacken the bolt using the wheelbrace until

the carrier is low enough to allow the carrier

hook to be disengaged.

F If your vehicle is fitted with a towing device,

raise the rear of the vehicle using the

F Position the wheel facing the carrier.

F Progressively return the wheel to the carrier

by pushing alternately from left to right until

it is clear of the hook fixing area.

jack (must be at jacking point B) to allow

sufficient space to remove the spare wheel.

F Engage the carrier on the hook, then tighten

the bolt using the wheelbrace until the bolt

is completely tight.

Remove the spare wheel from the

carrier

F Depending on version, open the tailgate or

the side-hinged doors.

F Release the carrier from the hook, take the

spare wheel and place it next to the wheel

to be changed.

F Access the carrier bolt, located on the rear

door sill.

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Removing a wheel

Do not use:

-

the jack for any other purpose than

lifting the vehicle,

Parking the vehicle

-

a jack other than the one supplied by

the manufacturer.

Immobilise the vehicle where it does not

block traffic: the ground must be level,

stable and non-slippery.

With a manual gearbox, engage first gear

then switch off the ignition to block the

wheels.

With an automatic gearbox, place the gear

selector in position P then switch off the

ignition to block the wheels.

Apply the parking brake and check that

the indicator lamp is on in the instrument

panel.

The occupants must get out of the vehicle

and wait where they are safe.

Never go underneath a vehicle raised

using a jack; use an axle stand.

With an electric parking brake, place

a chock against the wheel diagonally

opposite to the one being replaced.

F With a steel wheel, remove the trim using

tool 8.

F With an alloy wheel, remove the cap from

each of the bolts using tool 8.

F If your vehicle is so equipped, fit security

bolt socket 9 to wheelbrace 6 to slacken the

security bolt.

F Slacken (without removing) the other wheel

bolts using just wheelbrace 6.

F Place the foot of the jack on the ground and

ensure that it is directly below the A or B

jacking point provided on the underbody,

whichever is closest to the wheel to be

changed.

Wheel with wheel trim

When removing the wheel, first remove

the wheel trim by pulling at the valve

aperture using the wheelbrace.

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F Extend jack 7 until its head comes into

contact with jacking point A or B, whichever

is used; the contact surface A or B of the

vehicle must be correctly engaged in the

central part of the head of the jack.

F Remove the bolts and store them in a clean

place.

F Remove the wheel.

F Lower the vehicle again fully.

F Fold jack 7 and detach it.

Fitting a wheel

F Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient

space between the wheel and the ground

to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel

easily.

Ensure that the jack is stable. If the

ground is slippery or loose, the jack may

slip or drop – risk of injury!

Take care to place the jack only at the

jacking points A or B under the vehicle,

ensuring that the contact point of the

vehicle is centred on the jack head.

Otherwise, there is a risk of damage to

the vehicle and/or the jack dropping – risk

of injury!

F If your vehicle is so equipped, tighten the

security bolt using the wheelbrace 6 fitted

with security socket 9.

F Tighten the other bolts using wheelbrace

6 only.

F Put the wheel in place on the hub.

F Screw in the bolts by hand as far as

possible.

F Pre-tighten the security bolt using the

wheelbrace 6 fitted with security socket 9.

F Pre-tighten the other bolts using wheelbrace

6 only.

F Store the tools.

It is prohibited to lie down on the ground to

position yourself underneath the vehicle.

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Changing a bulb

If your vehicle has tyre under-inflation

detection, check the tyre pressures and

reinitialise the system.

For more information on Under-inflation

detection, refer to the corresponding

section.

The lamps have polycarbonate lenses with

a protective coating:

F do not clean them using a dry or

abrasive cloth, nor with a detergent

or solvent product,

Fitting a steel or "space-saver" spare

wheel

F use a sponge and soapy water or a pH

neutral product,

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,

when tightening the bolts on refitting it is

normal to notice that the washers do not

come into contact with the steel or "space-

saver" spare wheel. The wheel is secured

by the conical contact of each bolt.

Wheel with trim

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.

When refitting the wheel, refit the trim

starting by placing its notch facing the

valve and press around its edge with the

palm of your hand.

After changing a wheel

Stow the punctured wheel in the carrier.

Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop as soon as possible.

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.

The tyre inflation pressures are given on

this label.

Changing a bulb should only be done after

the lamp 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 essential only to use anti-ultraviolet

(UV) type bulbs, so as not to damage the

lamp.

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Always replace a failed bulb with a new

bulb of the same type and specification.

Some driving aid functions should be

disabled, e.g. the Active Safety Brake.

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Type C

Light-emitting diodes (LED)

For the replacement of this type of bulb,

you must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or

a qualified workshop.

In some weather conditions (e.g. low

temperature or humidity), the presence

of misting on the internal surface of the

glass of the headlamps and rear lamps is

normal; it disappears after the lamps have

been on for a few minutes.

Halogen bulbs

To ensure good quality lighting, check

that the bulb is correctly positioned in its

housing.

Halogen bulb: release the retaining spring from

its housing.

Types of bulb

Various types of bulb are fitted to your vehicle.

To remove them:

Type D

Type A

Opening the bonnet/Access to bulbs

With the engine warm, proceed with

caution – risk of burns!

Halogen bulb: turn the bulb anti-clockwise.

Take care with objects or clothing that

could be caught in the blades of the

cooling fan – risk of strangulation!

All glass bulb: pull gently as it is fitted by

pressure.

Halogen bulbs must be changed with the

lamp off for a few minutes (risk of severe

burns). Do not touch the bulb directly, use

a lint-free cloth.

Type B

After changing a bulb

When refitting, close the protective cover

very carefully to guarantee the sealing of

the lamp.

Bayonet bulb: press on the bulb then turn it

anti-clockwise.

When each operation has been completed,

check the operation of the lighting.

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2. Main beam headlamps.

Type C, H1

Dipped beam headlamps

Front lamps

Type C, H7

For more information on Changing a bulb

and, in particular, the types of bulb, refer to the

corresponding section.

3. Dipped beam headlamps.

Type C, H7

4. Direction indicator.

Type B, PY21W

5. Foglamp.

Type D, H11

Model A

Direction indicator side repeater

Type A, WY5W-5W (amber)

F Remove the protective cover by pulling on

the tab.

F Turn the unit in relation to the support.

F Pull the bulb connector.

Model B

F Remove the bulb and replace it.

To refit the lamp, carry out these operations in

reverse order.

-

Push the repeater towards the rear and

disengage it.

When refitting, engage the repeater towards

the front and then bring it towards the rear.

Be sure to refit the protection cover

keeping the tab accessible.

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Amber coloured bulbs (direction indicators and

side repeaters) must be replaced with bulbs of

identical specification and colour.

1. Sidelamps/daytime running lamps.

Type A, W21/5W or LED (depending on

version)

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Sidelamps/Daytime running

lamps (model A)

Main beam headlamps

Direction indicators

Type B, PY21W

Type C, H1

Type A, W21/5W

Rapid flashing of the direction indicator

lamp (left or right) indicates that one of

the bulbs on the corresponding side has

failed.

F Turn the connector a quarter turn clockwise.

F Pull the bulb connector.

F Remove the bulb and replace it.

To refit, carry out these operations in reverse

order.

F Remove the protective cover by pulling on

the tab.

F Unclip the unit in relation to the support.

F Pull the bulb connector.

F Remove the bulb and replace it.

To refit the lamp, carry out these operations in

reverse order.

F Turn the connector a quarter turn anti-

clockwise.

F Pull the unit in relation to the support.

F Remove the bulb and replace it.

To refit, carry out these operations in reverse

order.

Sidelamps/Daytime running

lamps (model B)

Be sure to refit the protection cover

keeping the tab accessible.

Light-emitting diodes (LED)

For the replacement of this type of bulb,

you must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or

a qualified workshop.

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Front foglamps

Type D, H11

With side-hinged doors/tailgate

Model A

Model B

1. Brake lamps/sidelamps.

Type B, P21/5W

2. Direction indicators.

Type B, PY21W (amber)

3. Reversing lamps.

Type B, P21W

4. Foglamps.

F Press the locking clip and disconnect the

connector.

F Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn anti-

clockwise.

F Remove the bulb holder.

F Replace the faulty bulb.

To refit, carry out these operations in reverse

order.

F Insert a flat screwdriver between the lamp

and the cover.

F Pull and lever to unclip the cover.

Type B, P21W

To replace this type of bulb, you can also

contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop.

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Rear lamps

F Remove the two fastening screws of the

module.

F Remove the module from its housing.

For more information on Changing a bulb

and, in particular, the types of bulb, refer to the

corresponding section.

F From the inside, disconnect the electrical

connector at the rear of the lamps.

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F Change the bulb.

To refit, carry out these operations in reverse

order.

With tailgate

Take care to reposition the tabs and the supply

wire correctly to avoid trapping the wire.

F Remove the plastic lens using

a screwdriver.

F Change the bulb.

F Refit the plastic lens and press on it.

After changing a rear direction

indicator bulb, the reinitialisation time is

approximately 2 minutes or more.

F Remove the two fixing bolts using the Torx

key provided in your vehicle.

Third brake lamp

For more information on the Tool kit, refer

to the corresponding section.

F From the outside, pull the whole lamp unit

towards you (with side-hinged doors)

or towards the centre of the vehicle (with

tailgate).

Type A, W16W – 16W

Number plate lamps

Type A, W5W – 5W

With side-hinged doors

F Unclip the interior trim.

F Disconnect the connector by moving aside

its tab.

F Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn anti-

clockwise.

F Unscrew the two nuts.

F Push the pins.

F If necessary, disconnect the connector to

remove the lamp.

F Move aside the tabs, then extract the bulb

holder.

F Change the bulb.

F Remove the faulty bulb by pressing lightly

on it, then turning it a quarter turn anti-

clockwise.

F Put the bulb holder back in place and

reconnect the connector.

F Put the trim back in place.

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In the event of a breakdown

Changing a fuse

Before changing a fuse:

Changing a fuse

Access to the tool kit

F the cause of the failure must be identified

and rectified,

Tweezers

F all electrical consumers must be switched

off,

F the vehicle must be immobilised with the

ignition off,

F identify the faulty fuse using the existing

allocation tables and diagrams.

Replacement with a fuse not shown in

the allocation tables below may cause

a serious malfunction of your vehicle.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop.

To remove or fit a fuse, it is essential to:

F use the special tweezers to extract the fuse

from its housing and check the condition of

its filament.

F always replace the failed fuse with a fuse

of the same rating (same colour); using

a different rating could cause faults (risk of

fire).

Installing electrical accessories

Your vehicle's electrical system is

designed to operate with standard or

optional equipment.

Before installing other electrical

equipment or accessories on your vehicle,

contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop.

If the fault recurs after replacing a fuse, have

the electrical system checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.

The extraction tweezers are located behind the

fusebox cover.

PEUGEOT will not accept responsibility for

the cost incurred in repairing your vehicle

or for rectifying malfunctions resulting

from the installation of accessories

not supplied and not recommended by

PEUGEOT and not installed in accordance

with its instructions, in particular when

the combined consumption of all of the

additional equipment connected exceeds

10 milliamperes.

F Unclip the cover by pulling at the top left,

then right.

F Disengage the cover completely.

F Take the tweezers from their housing.

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Good

Failed

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For more information on installing a towing

device or equipment of the TAXI type,

contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Fuse No.

Rating (A)

Functions

F1

F4

10

15

20

10

30

10

5

Wireless smartphone charger, interior electrochrome rear view mirror.

Horn.

F6

Screenwash pump.

Dashboard fuses

F7

12 V socket (rear).

The fusebox is placed in the lower dashboard

(left-hand side).

F10

F13

F14

F19

F23

F27

F29

F31

F32

F34

F36

Electric locks module.

Telematics and radio controls.

Alarm, advanced telematic unit.

Trailer interface unit.

Access to the fuses

3

F Unclip the cover by pulling at the top left,

5

Generic trailer interface unit.

Additional heating.

then right.

5

The fuses described below vary according to

the equipment in your vehicle.

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15

5

Audio system, touch screen.

Audio system (as an accessory).

12 V socket (front).

Mirrors control.

5

USB socket.

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Engine compartment fuses

Lead-acid starter batteries

The fusebox is placed in the engine

compartment near the battery.

Batteries contain harmful substances

such as sulphuric acid and lead.

They must be disposed of in accordance

with regulations and must not, in any

circumstances, be discarded with

household waste.

Access to the fuses

Take used remote control batteries and

vehicle batteries to a special collection

point.

Fuse

No.

Rating

(A)

Functions

Protect your eyes and face before

handling the battery.

F16

F18

F19

F29

15

10

40

Front foglamp.

All operations on the battery must be

carried out in a well ventilated area and

away from naked flames and sources of

sparks, so as to avoid the risk of explosion

or fire.

Right-hand main

beam headlamp.

Left-hand main

beam headlamp.

F Release the two latches A.

F Remove the cover.

F Change the fuse.

Wash your hands afterwards.

Windscreen wipers.

F When you have finished, close the cover

carefully then engage the two latches A, to

ensure correct sealing of the fusebox.

Versions equipped with Stop & Start are

fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of

specific technology and specification.

Its replacement should be carried out

only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop.

12 V battery

Procedure for starting the engine using another

battery or charging a discharged battery.

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F Connect one end of the green or black

cable to the (-) terminal of backup battery

B or the booster (or an earth point on the

other vehicle).

F Connect the other end of the green or black

cable to earth point C on the broken down

vehicle.

Access to the battery

Never try to start the engine by connecting

a battery charger.

Never use a 24 V or higher battery

booster.

First check that the backup battery has

a nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity

at least equal to that of the discharged

battery.

The two vehicles must not be in contact

with each other.

Switch off all the electrical consumers

on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,

lighting, etc.).

Make sure that the jump leads are not

close to moving parts of the engine (fan,

belts, etc.).

The battery is located under the bonnet.

F Open the bonnet using the interior release

lever, then the exterior safety catch.

F Secure the bonnet stay.

F Start the engine of the vehicle with the

good battery and leave it running for a few

minutes.

F Operate the starter on the broken down

vehicle and let the engine run.

If the engine does not start straight away,

switch off the ignition and wait a few moments

before trying again.

The battery (-) terminal is not accessible.

A remote earth point is provided at the front of

the vehicle.

F Wait for it to return to idle.

F Disconnect the jump lead cables in reverse

order.

Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while

the engine is running.

F Allow the engine to run for at least

30 minutes, by driving or with the vehicle

stationary, so that the battery reaches an

adequate state of charge.

For more information on the Bonnet and

the Engine, refer to the corresponding

sections.

Starting using another

battery

When your vehicle's battery is flat, the engine

can be started using a backup battery (external

or from another vehicle) and jump leads or

a battery booster.

Some functions, including Stop & Start,

are not available if the battery is not

sufficiently charged.

F Connect the red cable to the (+) terminal of

flat battery A (at the metal elbow), then to

the (+) terminal of backup battery B or the

booster.

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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:

If this label is present, it is essential to

use only a 12 V charger to avoid causing

irreversible damage to the electrical

components related to the Stop & Start

system.

-

if you only use your vehicle for short

journeys,

F Switch off the charger B before connecting

the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any

dangerous sparks.

F Ensure that the charger cables are in good

condition.

F Raise the plastic cover, if your vehicle has

one, on the (+) terminal.

F Connect the cables of charger B as follows:

-

if the vehicle is to be taken off the road for

several weeks.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Never try to charge a frozen battery – risk

of explosion!

If the battery has frozen, have it checked

by a PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified

workshop who will check that the internal

components have not been damaged and

that the container has not cracked, which

would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive

acid leaking.

If you plan to charge your vehicle's battery

yourself, use only a charger compatible

with lead-acid batteries with a nominal

voltage of 12 V.

-

the positive (+) red cable to the (+)

terminal of battery A,

the negative (-) black cable to earth point

C on the vehicle.

Follow the instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the charger.

Never reverse polarities.

F At the end of the charging operation, switch

off charger B before disconnecting the

cables from battery A.

Disconnecting the battery

In order to maintain an adequate state

of charge for starting the engine, it is

recommended that the battery be disconnected

if the vehicle is taken out of service for a long

period.

Before disconnecting the battery:

F close all of the accesses (doors, tailgate,

windows, roof),

It is not necessary to disconnect the

battery.

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F Switch off the ignition.

F Switch off all electrical consumers (audio

system, lamps, wipers, etc.).

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Reconnecting the (+) terminal

Referring to the corresponding section, you

must reinitialise certain systems yourself, such

as:

F switch off all electrical consumers (audio

system, wipers, lighting, etc.).

F switch off the ignition and wait for four

minutes.

-

the remote control or electronic key

(depending on version),

the electric windows,

At the battery, detach the (+) terminal only.

-

the electric doors,

the date and time,

the radio preset stations.

Quick-release terminal clamp

Disconnecting the (+) terminal

The Stop & Start system may not be

operational during the trip following the

next engine start.

In this case, the system will only be

available again after a continuous

period of immobilisation of the vehicle,

a period which depends on the exterior

temperature and the state of charge of the

battery (up to about 8 hours).

F Raise the lever A fully.

F Replace the open clamp B on the (+)

terminal.

F Push the clamp B fully down.

F Lower the lever A to lock the clamp B.

Do not force the lever as locking will be

impossible if the clamp is not positioned

correctly; start the procedure again.

F Raise the lever A fully to release the clamp

Towing

Procedure for having your vehicle towed or

for towing another vehicle using a removable

mechanical device.

B.

Following reconnection of the

battery

F Remove the clamp B by lifting it off.

Following reconnection of the battery, turn on

the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting

the engine, in order to enable the electronic

systems to initialise.

Access to the eye

However, if minor problems persist following

this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or

a qualified workshop.

For more information on the Tool kit, refer

to the corresponding section.

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F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the

towed vehicle.

F Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short

distance.

With a manual gearbox, move the gear

lever into neutral.

With an automatic gearbox, place the gear

selector into position N.

Failure to adhere to this instruction

may lead to damage to braking system

components and the lack of braking

assistance on restarting the engine.

General recommendations

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.

Towing another vehicle

When towing a vehicle with all four wheels

on the ground, always use an approved

towbar: 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.

Towing your vehicle

In the following cases, you must always

call on a professional recovery service:

-

vehicle broken down on a motorway or

main road,

F In the rear bumper, place the key in the

notch located under the flap.

F Turn the key and then open the flap.

F Screw the towing eye in fully.

F Install the towbar.

F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the

towed vehicle.

F Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short

distance.

-

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,

-

F In the front bumper, slide a finger from the

centre of the cover plate to the upper corner

(as shown above) to unclip it.

F Screw the towing eye in fully.

F Install the towbar.

where there is no approved towbar,

etc. available.

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