Remote control key

System which permits central unlocking or locking of the vehicle using the lock or from a distance. It is also used to locate and start the vehicle, as well as providing protection against theft.

Unlocking the vehicle

Unlocking the vehicle

Unfolding the key

First press this button to unfold the key.

Unlocking using the remote control

the vehicle. Press the open padlock to unlock the vehicle.

Unlocking using the key

Turn the key to the left in the driver's door lock to unlock the vehicle.

Unlocking is confirmed by rapid flashing of the direction indicators for approximately two seconds.

According to version, the door mirrors unfold at the same time.

Locking the vehicle

Normal locking using the remote control

to lock the vehicle. Briefl y press the closed padlock to lock the vehicle.

or

Press and hold the closed padlock to close the windows automatically in addition to locking (according to version).

Normal locking using the key

Turn the key to the right in the driver's door lock to lock the vehicle.

Locking is confirmed by fixed lighting of the direction indicators for approximately two seconds.

According to version, the door mirrors fold at the same time.

is still open, the central locking does not take place. If one of the doors or the boot is still open, the central locking does not take place.

When the vehicle is locked, if it is unlocked inadvertently, it will relock automatically after thirty seconds unless a door is opened.

door mirrors using the remote control can be deactivated by a PEUGEOT dealer or The folding and unfolding of the door mirrors using the remote control can be deactivated by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

Deadlocking using the remote control

to lock the vehicle Short press on the closed padlock to lock the vehicle

or

Long press on the closed padlock to lock the vehicle and also close the windows (depending on version).

Short press on the closed padlock again within five seconds to deadlock the vehicle.

Deadlocking using the key

Turn the key to the right in the driver's door lock to lock the vehicle.

Turn the key to the right again within five seconds to deadlock the vehicle.

Deadlocking is confirmed by fixed lighting of the direction indicators for approximately two seconds.

According to version, the door mirrors fold at the same time.

and interior door controls inoperative. Deadlocking renders the exterior and interior door controls inoperative.

It also deactivates the manual central control button.

Therefore, never leave anyone inside the vehicle when it is deadlocked.

Folding the key

Folding the key

First press this button to fold the key.

If you do not press the button when folding the key, there is a risk of damage to the mechanism.

Locating your vehicle

This function allows you to identify your vehicle from a distance, particularly in poor light. Your vehicle must be locked.

remote control. Press the closed padlock on the remote control.

This will switch on the courtesy lamps and the direction indicators will fl ash for a few seconds.

Anti-theft protection

Electronic engine immobiliser

The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible.

This electronic engine immobiliser locks the engine management system a few minutes after the ignition is switched off and prevents starting of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.

informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message inIn the event of a fault, you are informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message in the screen.

In this case, your vehicle will not start;

contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.

Keep safely the label attached to the keys given to you on acquisition of the vehicle.

Starting the vehicle

Insert the key in the ignition switch.

The system recognises the starting code.

Turn the key fully towards the dashboard to position 3 (Starting) .

When the engine starts, release the key.

Switching the vehicle off

Switching the vehicle off

Immobilise the vehicle.

Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop) .

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause a A heavy object (key fob...), attached to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause a malfunction.

Key left in the "Ignition on" position

On opening the driver's door, an alert message is displayed, accompanied by an audible signal, to remind you that the key is still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop) .

If the key has been left in the ignition switch at position 2 (Ignition on) , the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour.

To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to position 2 (Ignition on) .

Remote control problem

Following disconnection of the vehicle battery, replacement of the remote control battery or in the event of a remote control malfunction, you can no longer unlock, lock or locate your vehicle.

First of all, use the key in the lock to unlock or lock your vehicle.

Then, reinitialise the remote control.

If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.

Reinitialisation

Switch off the ignition.

Turn the key to position 2 (Ignition on) .

Press the closed padlock immediately for a few seconds.

Switch off the ignition and remove the key from the ignition switch.

The remote control is fully operational again.

Changing the battery

Battery ref.: CR1620 / 3 volts.

Battery ref.: CR1620 / 3 volts.

informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message in If the battery is fl at, you are informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message in the multifunction screen.

Unclip the casing using a coin at the notch.

Slide the fl at battery out of its location.

Slide the new battery into its location observing the original direction.

Clip the casing.

Reinitialise the remote control.

Visit a PEUGEOT dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personal Lost keys

Visit a PEUGEOT dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personal identification documents and if possible the key code label.

The PEUGEOT dealer will be able to look up the key code and the transponder code required to order a new key.

Remote control

The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the vehicle, without you being aware of it.

Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from working and the remote control would have to be reinitialised.

The remote control does not operate when the key is in the ignition switch, even when the ignition is switched off, except for reinitialisation.

Locking the vehicle

Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compartment by the emergency services more difficult in an emergency.

However, the vehicle unlocks automatically in the event of a serious impact causing airbag deployment.

As a safety precaution (with children on board), remove the key from the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle, even for a short time.

Anti-theft protection

Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system;

this could cause malfunctions.

When purchasing a second-hand vehicle

Have the pairing of all of the keys in your possession checked by a PEUGEOT dealer, to ensure that only your keys can be used to open and start the vehicle.

batteries away, they contain metals which are harmful to the environment. Do not throw the remote control batteries away, they contain metals which are harmful to the environment.

Take them to an approved collection point.

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