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Peugeot 208 2020-2025 In the event of a breakdown Towing the vehicle

178In the event of a breakdownReconnecting the (+) terminal►Raise leverA fully.►Refit open clampB on the (+) terminal.►Push clampB fully down.►Lower leverA to lock clampB.►Depending on equipment, lower the plastic cover on the (+) terminal.Do not force the lever when pressing on it, as if the clamp is not positioned correctly, locking will then not be possible. Start the procedure again.Following reconnectionAfter reconnecting the battery, turn on the ignition and wait 1minute before starting the engine, to enable the electronic systems to initialise.If minor problems nevertheless persist following this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise certain equipment:–Remote control key or electronic key (depending on version).–Electric windows.–Date and time.–Preset radio stations.The Stop & Start system may not be operational during the trip following the first engine start.In this case, the system will only be available again after a continuous period with the vehicle immobilised, the duration of which depends on the exterior temperature and the state of charge of the battery (up to about 8 hours).Towing the vehicleGeneral recommendationsObserve 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.A professional towing service must be called if:–Broken down on a motorway or main road.–Not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release the parking brake.–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.–No approved towbar available.Before towing the vehicle, it is essential to put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode.For more information on Free-wheeling, refer to the corresponding section.Electric motorAn electric vehicle cannot under any circumstances be used to tow another vehicle.However, it may be used, for example, to exit a rut.Accessing the toolsFor more information on accessing the Tool kit, refer to the corresponding section.Towing your vehicleTo access the front screw thread:
179In the event of a breakdown8Towing constraintsType of vehicle(engine/gearbox)Front wheels on the groundRear wheels on the groundFlatbed4 wheels on the ground with towbarInternal combustion/ManualInternal combustion/AutomaticElectricIn case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a professional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).Accessing the toolsFor more information on accessing the Tool kit, refer to the corresponding section.Towing your vehicleTo access the front screw thread:►Unclip the cover by pressing at its top left-hand corner.To be towed:►Screw the towing eye in fully.►Install the towbar.►Put the gearbox into neutral.Failure to observe this instruction could result in damage to certain components (braking, transmission, etc.) and to the absence of braking assistance the next time the engine is started.Automatic gearboxNever tow the vehicle with the driving wheels on the ground and the engine off.►Unlock the steering and release the parking brake.►Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles in accordance with the legislation in force in the country in which you are driving.
180In the event of a breakdown►Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a short distance.Towing another vehicleTo access the rear screw thread:►Unclip the cover by pressing at its left-hand section.►Pull the cover downwards.To tow:►Screw the towing eye in fully.►Install the towbar.►Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.►Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a short distance.
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