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Peugeot Rifter 2018-2019 Owner's Manual Practical information Towing device

140Practical informationTowing devicesDepending on equipment, the vehicle can be fitted with one of the following towing devices:Approval No.: E1 R55 (reference 1)Mounting position then towing device referenceType of towing deviceTowing device fixed at the topTowing device fixed at the bottomSwan neck–Standard swan neck L1–Standard swan neck L2–Cross (worksite) swan neck L1–Cross (worksite) swan neck L2Quickly detachable towball–Standard quickly detachable towball L1–Standard quickly detachable towball L2–Cross (worksite) quickly detachable towball L1–Cross (worksite) quickly detachable towball L2For more information on your towing device, refer to the user guide supplied with it.of the misfuel prevention device may make refuelling impossible.Before travelling abroad, it is advisable to check with a PEUGEOT dealer if the vehicle is suitable for the distribution equipment of the countries visited.Snow chainsIn wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.The snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels. They must never be fitted to "space-saver" type spare wheels.Take account of the legislation specific to each country on the use of snow chains and the maximum authorised speed.Installation tips►If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat surface on the side of the road.►Apply the parking brake and position any wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent movement of your vehicle.►Fit the chains following the instructions provided by the manufacturer.►Move off gently and drive for a few moments, without exceeding 31 mph (50 km/h).►Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly tightened.It is strongly recommended that before you leave, you practise fitting the snow chains on a level and dry surface.Avoid driving with snow chains on roads that have been cleared of snow to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the road surface. If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, check that no part of the chain or its fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:Original tyre sizeMaximum link size (mm)195/65 R159205/60 R16205/55 R17215/65 R16215/60 R17cannot be fitted with chainsYou can also use snow socks.For more information, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Towing deviceLoad distribution►Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance. The maximum towed load must be reduced by 10% for every 1,000 metres of altitude.Use towing devices and their unmodified harnesses approved by PEUGEOT. It is recommended that the installation be performed by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towing device is not fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer, it must still be fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.Certain driving assistance or manoeuvring assistance functions are automatically disabled if an approved towbar is used.Observe the maximum authorised towable weight, indicated on your vehicle's registration certificate, the manufacturer's label as well as in the Technical data section of this guide.Complying with the maximum authorised nose weight (towball) also includes the use of accessories (bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
141Practical information7Observe the legislation in force in the country in which you are driving.Towing devicesDepending on equipment, the vehicle can be fitted with one of the following towing devices:Approval No.: E1 R55 (reference 1)Mounting position then towing device referenceType of towing deviceTowing device fixed at the topTowing device fixed at the bottomSwan neck–Standard swan neck L1–Standard swan neck L2–Cross (worksite) swan neck L1–Cross (worksite) swan neck L2Quickly detachable towball–Standard quickly detachable towball L1–Standard quickly detachable towball L2–Cross (worksite) quickly detachable towball L1–Cross (worksite) quickly detachable towball L2For more information on your towing device, refer to the user guide supplied with it.
142Practical informationSwitching 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.Towing device with quickly detachable towballNo tools are required to install or remove this genuine towing device.Trailers with LED lamps are not compatible with the wiring harness of this device.Fitting►On the towball, move the lever from position 1 to position 2.►Before fitting the towball, check that the contact points (shown by the arrows) are clean. Use a soft, clean cloth.►Insert the end of the towball into the carrier, located underneath the rear bumper, as far as it can go.►Secure the towball correctly by moving the lever to position 3 ("locked" position).►If necessary, pivot the socket downwards, paying attention to the exhaust pipe.►Connect the trailer plug to the 13-pin socket provided next to the carrier.►Secure the trailer by connecting its safety cable to the eye on the carrier.Removing►On the towball, move the lever from position 3 to position 2.►Remove the towball by pulling it towards you.►Once the towball has been removed, move the lever from position 2 to position 1.If the towball is not locked, the trailer can detach. This may cause an accident.Always lock the towball as described in the instructions.Observe the legislation in force in the country in which you are driving.Remove the towball when not in use.Before starting the vehicle, check that the trailer lamps operate correctly.Before setting off, check the adjustment of the headlamp beam height.Connect the trailer plug with the engine off.If you connect the trailer plug within a few minutes of switching off the engine, do not touch the exhaust pipe. Risk of burns!Carrier systems (box or bicycle carrier)Always comply with the maximum load authorised on the towing device: if exceeded, the device may detach from the vehicle, potentially causing a serious accident.For more information about the Engine technical data and towed loads and in particular, the maximum load on the towing device, refer to the corresponding section.Remove the quickly detachable towball when not towing a trailer.Energy economy modeSystem which manages the duration of use of certain functions to conserve a sufficient level of charge in the battery.After switching off the engine and for a maximum cumulative period of around 40 minutes, you can continue to use functions such as the audio and telematics system, the wipers, the dipped beam headlamps, the courtesy lamps, etc.
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