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Peugeot Partner Tepee II 12V Battery and Jump Starting
Peugeot Partner Tepee II (2017-present) flat 12 V battery: unlocking and locking doors by hand, charging the battery and jump starting the engine.
Hello and welcome. In this post we cover the 12 V battery on the Peugeot Partner Tepee II (2017-present). We look at locking and unlocking the doors by hand when the battery is flat, charging it with a charger and jump starting the engine.
Quick Reference
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| Section | In short |
|---|---|
| Operation in the event of a battery failure | Locking and unlocking the doors with the key |
| Battery | Charging the battery and starting from another battery |
Operation in the event of a battery failure
If the battery or the central locking develops a fault, you can still lock the doors mechanically using the key.
Front and side passenger doors
- To get out: pull the interior door control to open the door.
- To lock: insert the key in the lock on the edge of the door and turn it by one eighth of a turn.
Driver's door
- To lock: insert the key in the lock and turn it to the right.
- To unlock: insert the key in the lock and turn it to the left.
Battery
This section explains how to charge a discharged battery and how to start the engine using another battery.
If your battery carries the special label, particularly on cars with Stop & Start, it is a 12 V lead-acid battery with special technology and specification. You must have a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop replace or disconnect it. If you do not follow these recommendations, the battery may wear out early.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
- Disconnect: disconnect the battery.
- Charge: follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the charger.
- Reconnect: reconnect the battery, starting with the negative (-) terminal.
- Check the terminals: make sure the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are covered with sulphate (a whitish or greenish deposit), remove and clean them.
The Stop & Start battery does not have to be disconnected for charging.
Starting using another battery
- Red cable: connect the red cable to the (+) terminals of the two batteries.
- Green or black cable, first end: connect one end to the (-) terminal of the additional battery.
- Green or black cable, other end: connect it to an earth point on the broken-down vehicle, as far away from its battery as possible.
- Start: operate the starter and let the engine run.
- Disconnect: wait for the engine to return to idle, then disconnect the cables.
Disconnecting and reconnecting the battery
- If you are leaving the car unused for more than one month, it is advisable to disconnect the battery.
- Wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition before you disconnect the battery.
- Never disconnect a terminal while the engine is running.
- Do not charge a battery without first disconnecting its terminals.
- After reconnecting the battery, switch on the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the engine so the electronic systems can initialise.
- After changing a bulb, wait approximately 3 minutes before reconnecting the battery.
- After refitting the battery, the Stop & Start system only becomes active after the car has been left standing continuously for a period that depends on the weather and the battery's state of charge (up to about 8 hours).
If minor problems remain after reconnecting the battery, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I lock my Peugeot Partner Tepee if the battery is flat?
For the front and side passenger doors, insert the key in the lock on the edge of the door and turn it by one eighth of a turn. For the driver's door, insert the key and turn it to the right to lock or to the left to unlock.
In what order do I connect jump leads on a Partner Tepee?
Connect the red cable to the (+) terminals of both batteries, then the green or black cable to the (-) terminal of the additional battery. Connect the other end to an earth point on the broken-down vehicle, as far from its battery as possible.
Do I need to disconnect the Stop & Start battery to charge it?
No, the Stop & Start battery does not have to be disconnected for charging. If you need it replaced or disconnected, a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop must do the work.
Why is Stop & Start not working after I reconnected the battery?
After the battery is refitted, Stop & Start only becomes active once the car has been left standing continuously for a while. This depends on the weather and the battery's state of charge, and can take up to about 8 hours.
A flat battery is a nuisance, but knowing how to lock the doors by hand and how to charge or jump start your Partner Tepee safely will get you moving again. Follow the order of the steps carefully, and if anything still does not work properly afterwards, ask a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for help.
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This is an independent guide, not an official Peugeot publication. Check your vehicle’s own manual before carrying out any work.
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