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Peugeot Rifter 2018-2019 Owner's Manual Practical information Roof bars / Roof rack

143Practical information7Switching to the modeA message indicating that the vehicle has switched to economy mode is displayed on the instrument panel screen and the active functions are put on standby.If a telephone call is in progress at the time, it will be maintained for around 10 minutes using your audio system’s hands-free system.Exiting the modeThese functions will be automatically reactivated the next time the vehicle is used.In order to restore the use of these functions immediately, start the engine and let it run:–for less than 10 minutes, to use the equipment for approximately 5 minutes,–for more than 10 minutes, to use the equipment for approximately 30 minutes.Let the engine run for the duration specified to ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the engine in order to charge the battery.A flat battery prevents the engine from starting.For more information on the 12 V battery, refer to the corresponding section.Load reduction modeSystem that manages the use of certain functions according to the level of charge remaining in the battery.When the vehicle is being driven, the load reduction function temporarily deactivates certain functions, such as the air conditioning and the heated rear screen.The deactivated functions are reactivated automatically as soon as conditions permit.Roof bars / Roof rackRecommendationsDistribute the load uniformly, taking care to avoid overloading one of the sides.Arrange the heaviest part of the load as close as possible to the roof.Secure the load firmly.Drive gently: the vehicle will be more susceptible to the effects of side winds and its stability may be affected.Regularly check the security and tight fastening of the roof bars and racks, at least before each trip.Remove the roof bars once they are no longer needed.In the event of loading (not exceeding40 cm in height) on the roof, do not exceed the following loads:–Transverse bars on longitudinal bars: 80kg.–Two transverse bars bolted to the roof: 100kg.–Three transverse bars bolted to the roof: 150kg.–An aluminium rack: 120kg.–A steel rack: 115kg.If the height exceeds 40cm, adapt the speed of the vehicle to the profile of the road to avoid damaging the roof bars or the roof rack and the fixings on the vehicle.Refer to national legislation in order to comply with the regulations for transporting objects that are longer than the vehicle.In the event of loading a 7-seat model (not exceeding 40 cm in height) on the roof, do not exceed the following loads:–Three transverse bars bolted to the roof: 100kg.–An aluminium rack: 70kg.–A steel rack: 65kg.As a safety measure and to avoid damaging the roof, it is essential to use
144Practical information►Lower the bonnet and release it near the end of its travel.►Pull on the bonnet to check that it is locked correctly.Because of the presence of electrical equipment under the bonnet, it is recommended that exposure to water (rain, washing, etc.) be limited.Engine compartmentThe engine represented is an example given for illustration purposes only.The locations of the following elements may vary:–Air filter.–Engine oil dipstick.–Engine oil filler cap.Petrol enginethe roof bars and racks approved for your vehicle.Observe the instructions on fitting and use contained in the guide supplied with the roof bars and racks.To fit the transverse roof bars or a roof rack, use the fixing points provided for this purpose:►Remove the fixing covers installed on the vehicle.►Put each fixing in place and lock them on the roof one by one.►Ensure that the roof bars or the roof rack are correctly fitted (by shaking them).The bars are adaptable for each fixing point.BonnetStop & StartBefore doing anything under the bonnet, you must switch off the ignition to avoid any risk of injury resulting from an automatic change to START mode.The location of the interior bonnet release lever prevents opening the bonnet when the left-hand front door is closed.When the engine is hot, handle the exterior safety catch and the bonnet stay with care (risk of burns), using the protected area.When the bonnet is open, take care not to damage the safety catch.Do not open the bonnet under very windy conditions.Cooling of the engine when stoppedThe engine cooling fan may start after the engine has been switched off.Take care with objects or clothing that could be caught in the blades of the fan!Opening►Open the left-hand front door.►Pull the release lever, located at the bottom of the door frame, towards you.►Lift the safety catch and raise the bonnet.►Unclip the stay from its housing and place it in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.Closing►Take the stay out of the support slot.►Clip the stay in its housing.
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