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strips 1 which are indicators mould-

ed into the tread at several points.

least once a month and additionally

before any long journey (refer to the

label affixed to the edge of the

driver's door).

Tyres

Tyre and wheel safety

The tyres are the only contact be-

tween the vehicle and the road, so it

is essential to keep them in good

condition.

You must make sure that your tyres

con- form to local road traffic regu-

lations.

Incidents which occur

when driving, such as

striking the kerb, may

Incorrect tyre pres-

sures lead to abnormal

tyre wear and unusual-

damage the tyres and

wheel rims, and could also lead

to misalignment of the front or

rear axle geometry. In this case,

have the condition of these

checked by an approved dealer.

ly hot running. These

are factors which may seriously

affect safety and lead to:

Maintaining the tyres

– poor road holding;

– the risk of blow-outs or of

throwing a tread.

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When the tyre tread has been worn

to the level of the wear indicators

these become visible 2 : it will then

be necessary to replace your tyres

as the tread depth will be 1.6 mm at

most, resulting in poor road-holding

on wet roads.

The pressure depends on the

load and the speed of use. Ad-

just the pressure according to

the conditions of use (refer to

the label affixed to the edge of

the driver's door).

An overloaded vehicle, long journeys

by motorway, particularly in very hot

weather, or continual driving on

poorly surfaced minor roads will

lead to more rapid tyre wear and af-

fect safety.

Pressures should be checked when

the tyres are cold. Ignore higher

pressures which may be reached in

hot weather or after driving at high

speed.

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, assume an

increase of 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).

The tyres must be in good condition

and the treads must have sufficient

depth: tyres approved by our Techni-

cal Department have wear warning

Tyre pressures

Adhere to the tyre pressures (includ-

ing the emergency spare wheel). The

tyre pressures should be checked at

Never deflate a hot tyre.

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One-way tyres

Fitting new tyres

For your safety and to

Please be aware that a

poorly tightened or

missing valve cap can

make the tyres less air-

An one-way tyre must only be fitted

in one direction. You must observe

this direction.

If an one-way tyre must be fitted in

the opposite to its direction of rota-

tion following a puncture, drive with

caution, particularly on a wet road,

because the tyre specifications will

not be adapted.

comply with the law.

When they need to be

replaced, only tyres of

tight and may lead to pressure

loss.

Always use valve caps identical

to the originals and screw them

down fully.

the same make, size, type and

profile should be used on a sin-

gle axle.

They must either have a load

capacity and speed rating at

least equal to those of the origi-

nal tyres or conform to those

recommended by an authorised

dealer.

Failure to heed these instruc-

tions could endanger your safe-

ty and affect your vehicle's

roadworthiness.

Chains may only be fit-

ted to tyres of the

same size as those

originally fitted to your

vehicle.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

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tures, under-inflation etc.), the

warning light appears on the instru-

ment panel ꢀ 176.

"Snow" or "Winter" tyres

Emergency spare wheel

We would recommend that these be

fitted to all four wheels to ensure

that your vehicle retains maximum

adhesion.

Caution: these tyres sometimes

have a specific direction of rotation

and a maximum speed index which

may be lower than the maximum

speed for your vehicle.

Risk of loss of control of the ve-

hicle.

ꢀ 346, ꢀ 347.

Changing wheels around

This practice is not recommended.

Use in winter

Chains

For safety reasons, fitting snow

chains to the rear axle is strictly for-

bidden.

Studded tyres

This type of equipment may only be

used for a limited period and as laid

down by local legislation. It is neces-

Chains cannot be fitted to tyres

which are larger than those original-

ly fitted to the vehicle.

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sary to observe the speed specified

by current legislation.

checked at least once a month and

before any long journey.

Tyre pressure

Label A

These tyres must, at a minimum, be

fitted to the two front wheels.

Depending on the vehicle, after each

reinflation or readjustment of the

tyre pressure, you should reset the

tyre pressure reference value ꢀ 176.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

18” wheels cannot be

fitted with chains.

If you wish to fit snow

chains, you must use

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

special equipment.

Consult an approved dealer.

tures, under-inflation etc.), the

warning light appears on the instru-

ment panel ꢀ 176.

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In all cases, we would rec-

ommend that you contact

an approved Dealer who

will be able to advise you on the

choice of equipment which is

most suitable for your vehicle.

Open the door to read it.

Tyre pressures should be checked

when the tyres are cold.

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the pres-

sure values indicated must be in-

creased by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).

Never deflate a hot tyre.

Tyre pressures must correspond to

the current usage of the vehicle

(empty, carrying a load, motorway

driving, etc.). Respect the tyre pres-

sures (including the emergency

spare wheel). These must be

B. : dimension of the tyres fitted to

the vehicle.

C. : intended driving speed.

D. : front tyre pressure.

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E. : rear tyre pressure.

Tyre inflation kit

For your safety and to

comply with the law.

When they need to be

F. : tyre pressure for the emergency

spare wheel.

replaced, only tyres of

the same make, size, type and

profile should be used on a sin-

gle axle.

They must either have a load

capacity and speed rating at

least equal to those of the origi-

nal tyres, or conform to those

recommended by an approved

dealer.

Vehicles used fully

laden (Maximum Per-

missible All-up Weight)

and towing a trailer

The maximum speed must be

limited to 62 mph (100 km/h)

and the tyre pressure increased

by 0.2 bar ꢀ 380.

Risk of tyre blowouts.

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Failure to heed these instruc-

tions could endanger your safe-

ty and affect your vehicle's

roadworthiness.

Tyre safety and chain fitting: for in-

formation on maintenance condi-

tions and, depending on the vehicle

version, the use of chains ꢀ 338.

The kit repairs tyres

Risk of loss of control of the ve-

hicle.

when the tread A has

been damaged by ob-

jects smaller than 4

mm. It cannot repair all types of

puncture, such as cuts larger

than 4 mm, cuts in the tyre side-

wall B , etc.

Ensure also that the wheel rim is

in good condition.

Do not pull out the foreign body

causing the puncture if it is still

in the tyre.

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Do not attempt to use

the inflation kit if the

tyre has been dam-

aged as a result of dri-

The kit is only approved

for inflating the tyres of

the vehicle originally

equipped with the kit.

ving with a puncture.

It must never be used to inflate

the tyres of another vehicle, or

any other inflatable object (rub-

ber ring, rubber boat, etc.).

Avoid spillage on skin when

handling the repair product bot-

tle. If droplets do leak out, rinse

them off with plenty of water.

Keep the repair kit away from

children.

You should therefore carefully

check the condition of the tyre

sidewalls before any operation.

Driving with underinflated, flat

or punctured tyres can be dan-

gerous and may make the tyre

impossible to repair.

This repair is temporary.

A tyre which has been punc-

tured should always be inspect-

ed (and repaired, where possi-

ble) by a specialist as soon as

possible.

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Depending on the equipment, in the

event of a puncture, use the kit lo-

cated underneath the luggage com-

partment carpet.

Do not dispose of the empty

bottle in the countryside. Return

it to your approved dealer or to

a recycling organisation.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

When taking a tyre which has

been repaired using this kit to

be replaced, you must inform

the specialist.

When driving, vibration may be

felt due to the presence of the

repair product injected into the

tyre.

The bottle has a limited service

life which is indicated on its la-

bel. Check the expiry date.

Contact an approved dealer to

replace the inflation tube and

repair product bottle.

tures, under-inflation etc.), the

warning light appears on the instru-

ment panel ꢀ 176.

With the engine running and the

parking brake applied:

– Disconnect any accessories from

the vehicle's accessories sockets;

–

see the information on the infla-

tion kit compressor located in the

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vehicle luggage compartment and

follow the instructions for use;

– inflate the tyre to the recommend-

ed pressure ꢀ 340;

– Affix the driving recommendation

label (located under the container)

to the dashboard where the driver

can see it.

If the vehicle is parked

on the hard shoulder,

you must warn other

– after a maximum of 15 minutes,

stop inflating and read the pressure

(on the pressure gauge 2 ).

– Put the kit away.

road users of your

– At the end of this initial inflation

operation, air will still escape from

the tyre. You must drive a short dis-

tance in order to seal the hole.

– Start immediately and drive at a

speed between 12 and 37 mph (20 to

60 km/h) in order to distribute the

product evenly in the tyre. After dri-

ving a distance of 2 miles (3 km), stop

and check the pressure.

– If the pressure is higher than 1.3 bar

but lower than the recommended

pressure (refer to the label affixed to

the edge of the driver's door), adjust

it. Otherwise, contact an approved

dealer: the tyre cannot be repaired.

vehicle's presence with a warn-

ing triangle or with other de-

vices as per the legislation ap-

plying to the country you are in.

Note: while the bottle is emptying

(during approximately 30 seconds),

the pressure gauge 2 will briefly indi-

cate a pressure of up to 6 bar before

the pressure drops;

– adjust the pressure: to increase it,

continue inflation with the kit. To re-

duce it, press the button 1 .

If the recommended pressure of 1.8

bar cannot be achieved after 15 min-

utes, repair is impossible. Do not dri-

ve the vehicle. Consult an approved

dealer.

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Precautions when using the kit

Before using the kit,

park the vehicle at a

sufficient distance

The kit should not be operated for

more than 15 consecutive minutes.

The container must be replaced af-

ter the first use even if liquid remains

inside.

from traffic, switch on

the hazard warning lights, apply

the parking brake, ask all pas-

sengers to leave the vehicle and

keep them away from traffic.

Once the tyre is correctly inflated,

remove the kit: slowly unscrew the

inflation adapter from the container

3 to prevent any product spatter,

then store the container in plastic

packaging to prevent the product

from leaking.

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Tools

Nothing should be

placed around the

driver’s feet as during

sudden braking such

Following repair with

the kit, do not travel

further than 124 miles

(200 km). In addition,

objects may slide under the

pedals and obstruct their use.

reduce your speed and under no

circumstances exceed 50 mph

(80 km/h). The sticker, which

you must affix in a prominent

position on the dashboard, re-

minds you of this.

Depending on the country or lo-

cal legislation, a tyre repaired

with the inflation kit will need to

be replaced.

Please be aware that a

poorly tightened or

missing valve cap can

make the tyres less air-

tight and may lead to pressure

loss.

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Always use valve caps identical

to the originals and screw them

down fully.

The tools included in the tool kit A

may vary depending on the vehicle.

After use, ensure the tools are cor-

rectly stored.

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Towing eye 5

ꢀ 350

For your safety, the use

of a jack not recom-

mended by the manu-

facturer is strictly pro-

Wheelbrace 6

This can be used to lock or unlock

the wheel bolts and the towing eye

5 .

hibited.

The jack is specific to the vehi-

cle and used to change the

wheels.

Do not leave the tools

unsecured inside the

vehicle as they may be

Under no circumstances should

it be used:

– on another vehicle;

– to carry out a repair;

– to access the underside of the

vehicle.

projected during brak-

ing. After use, check that all the

tools are correctly clipped into

the tool kit, then position it cor-

rectly in its housing to reduce

any risk of injury.

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Lever 1

Risk of injury.

Risk of damage to the vehicle.

This can be used to tighten or loosen

the towing eye 5 .

If bolts are supplied with the

emergency spare wheel, you

must use these bolts only for

the emergency spare wheel.

Jack 2

Fold it correctly before refitting it in

its housing (ensure that the wheel-

brace is correctly positioned).

Hubcap tool 3

This tool is used to remove the wheel

trims.

Wheel bolt guide 4

To finish loosening or starting to

tighten the wheel bolts.

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Vehicle fitted with a tyre pres-

sure loss warning system

Puncture, emergency spare

wheel

If the spare wheel has

been stored for several

years, have it checked

by your Dealer to en-

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

In case of puncture

tures, under-inflation etc.), the

warning light appears on the instru-

ment panel ꢀ 176.

sure that it is safe to use.

Vehicle equipped with an emer-

gency spare wheel that differs

from the other four wheels:

– Never fit more than one emer-

gency spare wheel to the same

vehicle.

– Replace the emergency spare

wheel as soon as possible with a

wheel identical to the original

one.

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– When this is fitted to the vehi-

cle, which must only be a tem-

porary measure, the driving

speed must not exceed the

speed indicated on the label on

the wheel.

– Fitting an emergency spare

wheel may alter the way the ve-

hicle usually runs. Avoid sudden

acceleration or deceleration

and reduce your speed when

cornering.

Depending on the vehicle, the fol-

lowing may be available:

– a tyre inflation kit A located in the

tray under the luggage compart-

ment carpet or in the rear left-hand

door storage compartment ꢀ 341

(depending on the vehicle);

– an emergency spare wheel B or

self-repairing tyres.

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gage compartment as the floor may

be deformed.

Emergency spare wheel

– If you need to use snow

chains, fit the emergency spare

wheel to the rear axle and

check the tyre pressure.

Changing a wheel

If the vehicle is parked

on the hard shoulder,

you must warn other

road users of your

vehicle's presence with a warn-

ing triangle or with other de-

vices as per the legislation ap-

plying to the country you are in.

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To get to it:

– open the luggage compartment

door;

– raise the mobile floor ꢀ 319;

– loosen the central mounting 1 lo-

cated at the centre of the emer-

gency spare wheel;

– take out the emergency spare

wheel B

Depending on the vehicle, to store a

punctured wheel in the luggage

compartment, you must move the

bench seat forwards ꢀ 52.

Note: in the absence of an emer-

gency spare wheel or tyre inflation

kit, do not load the bottom of the lug-

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Lower the jack.

Switch on the hazard

warning lights.

Keep the vehicle away

from traffic and on a

If the vehicle is parked

on the hard shoulder,

you must warn other

With the wheel on the ground, tight-

en the bolts fully and have the tight-

ness of the bolts checked and the

emergency spare wheel pressure

checked as soon as possible.

road users of your

level surface where it will not

slip.

vehicle's presence with a warn-

ing triangle or with other de-

vices as per the legislation ap-

plying to the country you are in.

Apply the parking brake and en-

gage a gear (first or reverse, or P

for automatic transmissions).

Ask the passengers to leave the

vehicle and to keep away from

traffic.

If you have a puncture,

replace the wheel as

soon as possible.

A tyre which has been

Start cranking the jack by hand, po-

sitioning the jack support plate 4 in

the slightly indented groove under-

neath the vehicle, located under-

neath the vehicle sill, 5 and in the di-

rection indicated by the arrow 3 .

Continue to crank the jack so that

the baseplate is correctly positioned

(it should be underneath the vehicle

and aligned with the jack head).

Turn it a few times to lift the wheel

off the ground.

Undo the bolts and take off the

wheel.

punctured should always be in-

spected (and repaired, where

possible) by a specialist.

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Vehicles equipped with a jack

and wheel brace

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

If necessary, remove the wheel trim.

Unlock the wheel bolts using the

wheel brace 1 . Position it so as to be

able to push from above.

Place the jack 2 horizontally: the

jack head must be lined up with the

sill closest to the wheel concerned,

as indicated by the arrow 3 .

ture, flat tyre, etc.), the

ing light appears on the instrument

panel ꢀ 176.

warn-

Fit the emergency spare wheel on

the central hub and turn it to locate

the mounting holes in the wheel and

the hub.

Tighten the bolts, checking that the

wheel is correctly positioned on its

hub.

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Do not leave the tools

unsecured inside the

vehicle as they may be

projected during brak-

For safety reasons, the

use of a jack not rec-

ommended by the

manufacturer is strictly

ing. After use, check that all the

tools are correctly clipped into

the tool kit, then position it cor-

rectly in its housing to reduce

any risk of injury.

If bolts are supplied with the

emergency spare wheel, you

must use these bolts only for

the emergency spare wheel.

forbidden.

The jack is specific to the vehi-

cle and used to change the

wheels.

Under no circumstances should

it be used:

– on another vehicle;

– to carry out a repair;

– to access the underside of the

vehicle.

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Risk of injury.

Risk of damage to the vehicle.

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