26-05-2003
DRIVING Y0UR 406
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Sport and Snow programmes
In addition to the autoadaptive pro-
gramme, you have a choice of two
specific programmes. The programme
selected is displayed on the instru-
ment panel.
Sport Programme
☞
Press button
S
, once the vehicle
has started and function
D
has
been selected.
The gearbox automatically favours
dynamic driving.
Snow programme
This programme improves starting and
drive when traction is poor.
☞
Press button
, once the vehicle
has started and function
D
has
been selected.
The gearbox adapts to driving on
slippery roads.
Note:
you can return to the auto-
adaptive programme at any time.
☞
Press button
S
or
again to cancel
the programme selected.
Difficulties in operation
Any disruption of the system is sig-
nalled by the alternate flashing of the
Sport and Snow lights on the instru-
ment panel.
In this case, the gearbox will operate
in downgrade mode (locked in 3rd
gear). You may feel a substantial
knock when reverse is selected from
P
to
R
or from
N
to
R
(without any
risk of damage to the gearbox).
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h),
speed restrictions permitting.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
MANUAL GEARBOX
Reverse*
To change to reverse gear, lift the
ring under the gear lever knob and
push the gear lever to the left then to
the front.
Reverse gear can only be engaged
when the vehicle is stationary with
the engine idling.
* According to engine.
