Cruise control function

It maintains the vehicle speed set by the driver at a constant level.
To be stored, the vehicle speed must be above 40 km/h, with at least fourth gear engaged (second gear for automatic gearbox), engine running.
Selecting the function
- Set dial 1 to the CRUISE (cruise control) position. The cruise control is not yet active and no speed is stored. The display shows:
Switching the
function off
- Set dial 1 to position 0 or LIMIT (limiter) to switch the system off.
Activating / storing a speed
Once you reach the desired speed, press key 2 or 3. The speed is stored and will be maintained automatically. The display shows (e.g. at 110 km/h):
Note: it is possible to accelerate and drive temporarily at a speed higher than the stored speed.
The stored value flashes.
When the accelerator pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the stored speed.
Cancelling the stored speed
To cancel the stored speed:
- Press key 4, or press the brake or clutch pedal. The display shows (e.g. at 110 km/h):
When driving
down a steep hill, the cruise control, which does not act on the brakes, cannot prevent the vehicle from exceeding the set speed.
The cruise control can in no way replace compliance with speed limits, nor driver vigilance and responsibility.
It is recommended to keep your feet close to the pedals.
Note: the stored speed is automatically cancelled if the vehicle speed is below 40 km/h, or if the manual gearbox is in a gear lower than fourth (second gear for automatic gearbox), or if ESP activates.
Recalling the stored speed
After cancellation, press button 4 . Your vehicle resumes the last stored speed. The display shows (e.g. at 110 km/h):
Changing a stored speed
To store a speed higher than the previous one, you have two options: Without using the accelerator:
- press button 3 .
Using the accelerator:
- exceed the stored speed until reaching the desired speed,
- press button 2 or 3 .
To store a speed lower than the previous one:
- press button 2 .
Short press: +/- 1 km/h
Long press: +/- 5 km/h
Press and hold: continuous increase or decrease of the value in steps of 5 km/h.
Cancelling the stored speed
- Set dial 1 to position 0 or LIMIT (Speed limiter), or switch off the ignition.
System operation check
In the event of a cruise control fault, the stored speed is erased and the dashes flash for a few seconds:
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer to have the system checked.
Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
To avoid interference under the pedals:
- make sure the floor mat is correctly positioned,
- never stack several floor mats.
Test yourself
A quick Peugeot 407 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.