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Helpful Tips for the Peugeot Expert
How to start the vehicle?
Keep the clutch fully depressed and turn the key in the ignition (the key is in the glovebox).
How do I release and apply the handbrake?
Push the button on the end of the handbrake lever and push it down.
How to out the car into drive, reverse and park?
To change into any gear, depress the clutch, for drive more the gearstick left the up, for reverse, lift the collar on the gear stick (just below the knob) then move the gear stick to position R (you should hear a beep signal). When parking leave the gear stick centrally so it is out of gear.
How to adjust the wing mirrors?
The mirrors are adjusted using a joystick positioned above the window switches in the driver's door. The joystick can be twisted to adjust the left and right mirrors, then simply pushed to move the mirror in the corresponding direction.
How to use the headlights and turn signals?
Use the round switch to the left of the steering wheel. 0 is for off. AUTO is for automatic headlight control. (picture of side lights) is for when the side lights are switched on with the ignition on or off. (picture headlight) headlights are switched on. All the settings will switch off when ignition is off apart from the sidelights. Turn signal is to the left of the steering wheel. Down for left and up for right.
Where is the fuel card?
Open driverside door and look to the side of the dashboard, where you will find the fuel card in a card holder. Look towards the door hinges / door jamb.
How to release the fuel door?
The fuel cap is on the left had side of the vehicle, just above the rear wheel arch. Ensure the vehicle is unlocked, and then press on the cap to open it.
How to use the windscreen wipers?
To operate the windscreen wipers, use the lever to the right of the steering wheel. Push the lever up to engage the wipers and further up for faster speeds.
How do I release the boot?
To release the boot you can use the key or you can press the tailgate button located on the instrument panel. To lower the tailgate use the interior handle. Push the tailgate from above until it is fully closed. Do not push the tailgate button whilst closing as this will unlock the tailgate again.
Where is the Peugeot Expert available to hire?
You can find our Peugeot Expert vans to rent anywhere in all London locations.
Are there any driving restrictions?
Full details of vehicle driving restrictions are below, but most notably you are not allowed in the Rotherhithe Tunnel with our Expert vans.
Are there any restrictions on where the Peugeot Expert can go?
It's a member’s responsibility to always obey the Highway Code when driving any of our vehicles, which includes any signage warning against restrictions on vehicle dimensions or weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight of our Peugeot Expert is 3.1 tonnes and the dimensions of the full vehicle are 495cm (L) x 220cm (W) x 194cm (H). As the vehicles weight is over 2 tonnes, it is restricted from travelling through some areas, most notably the Rotherhithe Tunnel in London, and failure to obey any restrictions will result in a Penalty Charge Notice.
How big is the boot space of the van?
The approximate loading dimensions are: 251cm (L) x 162cm (W) x 139cm (H)
Our Community Rules
Before you hit the road, read our community rules of car-sharing.
Return it right
Keep it clean
Clean up, don’t smoke and take everything with you. Don’t forget to recycle your rubbish!
Fill ‘er up
If fuel is below ¼ tank at the end of your trip, fill up before you return to it’s bay. Fuel's on us!