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Peugeot Rifter 2020-2023 Owner's Manual Driving Starting/switching off the engine

119Driving6Anti-theft protectionElectronic immobiliserThe remote control 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.A few seconds after switching off the ignition, this system locks the engine control system, therefore preventing the engine from being started in the event of a break-in.In the event of a fault, you are informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message on the screen.The vehicle will not start; contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.Starting/switching off the engineStartingThe parking brake must be applied. With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in neutral, fully depress the clutch pedal and keep the pedal down until the engine starts.With an automatic gearbox, place the selector in position P then depress the brake pedal.With the conventional key / With the remote control key1.Stop position.2.Ignition on position.3.Starting position.Insert the key into the ignition switch. The system recognises the starting code.Unlock the steering column by simultaneously turning the steering wheel and the key.In certain circumstances, you may have to turn the steering wheel firmly to move the wheels (if the wheels are against a kerb, for example).Turn the key to position 2, Ignition On, to activate the engine pre-heating system.Wait until this warning lamp goes off in the instrument panel, then turn the key to position 3 without pressing the accelerator pedal, to operate the starter motor until the engine starts. As soon as the engine starts, release the key so it returns to position 2.The warning lamp does not come on if the engine is already warm. In some climatic conditions, the following recommendations should be followed:In mild conditions, do not leave the engine at idle to warm up but move off straight away and drive at moderate speed.Depending on version, if the air conditioning is activated and the exterior temperature exceeds 35 °C, the engine’s idle speed may increase, up to 1,300 rpm, depending on the cooling requirements.In wintry conditions, the pre-heater warning lamp will stay on for a longer period after switching on the ignition; wait until it goes off before starting.In very severe wintry conditions(temperature below -23°C), to ensure correct operation and durability of your vehicle’s mechanical components (engine and gearbox), leave the engine running for 4 minutes before moving off.Never leave the engine running in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation: internal combustion engines emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!
120DrivingWith Petrol engines, after a cold start, pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause noticeable engine vibrations when stationary, with the engine running, for anything up to 2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).If the engine does not start straight away, switch off the ignition.Wait a few seconds before operating the starter motor again. If the engine does not start after several attempts, do not keep trying: you risk damaging the starter motor and the engine.Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.With the Keyless Entry and StartPlace the remote control inside the vehicle, in the recognition zone.Press the "START/STOP" button. With a manual gearbox, the steering column unlocks and the engine starts more or less instantly.With the EAT8 automatic gearbox, the engine starts more or less instantly.The warning lamp does not come on if the engine is already warm. In some climatic conditions, it is advised to follow the recommendations below:In mild conditions, do not leave the engine to warm up while stationary, but move off straight away and drive at moderate speed.Depending on version, if the air conditioning is activated and when the exterior temperature exceeds 35°C, the idle engine speed can accelerate up to 1,300 rpm depending on the air conditioning requirements.In wintry conditions, when the ignition is switched on, the duration of lighting of the preheating indicator lamp is extended. Wait until it goes off before starting the engine.In very severe wintry conditions(temperature below -23°C), to ensure correct operation and preserve the lifespan of the vehicle's mechanical components, engine and gearbox, leave the engine running for 4 minutes before moving off.Never leave the engine running in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation: internal combustion engines emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!With Petrol engines, after a cold start, pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause noticeable engine vibrations when stationary, with the engine running, for anything up to 2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).For Diesel vehicles, when the temperature is below zero, starting will only occur once the pre-heating warning lamp goes off.If this warning lamp comes on after pressing the "START/STOP" button, keep the brake or clutch pedal depressed until the warning lamp goes off, without pressing the "START/STOP" button again, until the engine starts and is running. The "Keyless Entry and Start" system remote control must be within the recognition zone.Never leave the vehicle with the engine running and with the remote control on your person.If the remote control leaves the recognition zone, a message is displayed.Move the remote control into the zone in order to be able to start the engine.If one of the starting conditions is not met, a message is displayed on the instrument panel. In some circumstances, you
121Driving6must turn the steering wheel while pressing the "START/STOP" button to assist unlocking of the steering column. A message is displayed.Switching offImmobilise the vehicle, with the engine at idle.With a manual gearbox, ideally put the gear lever into neutral.With an automatic gearbox, ideally select positionP.With the conventional key/With the remote control keyTurn the key all the way to position 1 (Stop)and remove it from the ignition.To lock the steering column, turn the steering wheel until it locks.To facilitate unlocking of the steering column, it is recommended that the wheels be returned to the straight ahead position before switching off the engine.Check that the parking brake is correctly applied, particularly on sloping ground.Never switch off the ignition before the complete immobilisation of the vehicle. With the engine off, the braking and steering assistance systems are also turned off: risk of loss of control of the vehicle.As a safety measure, never leave the vehicle without taking the remote control with you, even for a short time.Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key or the remote control, which would weigh down on its blade in the ignition switch and could cause a malfunction.Key left in the ignitionWhen 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).WithKeyless Entry and StartWith the remote control in the recognition zone, press the "START/STOP" button.With a manual gearbox, the engine stops and the steering column locks.With the EAT8 automatic gearbox, the engine stops.If the vehicle is not immobilised, the engine will not stop.To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:only use mats which are suited to the fixings already present in the vehicle; these fixings must be used,never place one mat on top of another.The use of mats not approved by PEUGEOT may interfere with access to the pedals and hinder the operation of the cruise control / speed limiter.The mats approved by PEUGEOT have two fixings located below the seat.Starting/Switching off the electric motorStartingThe drive selector must be in mode P.If using a conventional or remote control key, depress the brake pedal and turn the key to position 3 until the motor starts, without depressing the accelerator. As soon as the motor starts, release the key so it returns to position 2. If usingKeyless Entry and Start, depress the brake pedal and briefly press the "START/STOP" button.Keep your foot on the brake pedal until the READY indicator lamp comes on and an audible signal is emitted, indicating that the vehicle is ready to drive.
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