2008.5 Peugeot Boxer ignition

Instruments and controls
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WARNING LIGHTS
Each time the engine is started: a series of warning lights comes on applying a self-checking test. T hey switch off almost
immediately. When the engine is running: the warnin g light becomes a warning sign if it remains on continuously or flashes. This
initial warning may be accompanied by an audible si gnal and a message on the display. "Do not ignore these warnings."

Warning light is indicates Solution - action
Service on temporarily. minor faults. Contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.
continuously on,
accompanied by
a message on
the display. major faults.
Make a note of the warning message and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Handbrake -
Brake fluid level on.
that the handbrake is applied or
has not been released correctly. Releasing the handbrake switches off the warning l
ight.
on. that the fluid level is too low. Top up with a fluid recommended by PEUGEOT.
continuously on,
even though the
level is correct.
Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition and
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
+ Electronic brake
force distribution on. an electronic brake force
distribution fault. Stop immediately. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Low coolant
level on. that the fluid level is too low. Park and switch off the ignition. Allow to cool. R
efer to
the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a PEUGEO T
dealer.

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Warning light is Solution - action Solution - action
Coolant
temperature on with the
needle in the red
zone.
an abnormal increase.
Park and switch off the ignition, allow the circui
t to cool.
Visually check the level.
on H in the red
zone. a coolant temperature. Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consul
t a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Engine oil
pressure on while driving. that the pressure is too low.
Park and switch off the ignition, allow the lubric
ation
circuit to cool in order to check its level. Refer to the
"Levels" section of chapter 7.
continuously on,
even though the
level is correct. a major fault. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
flashing, for a
few seconds,
with a message
on the display. that a service will soon be due.
Refer to the list of checks in the servicing bookl
et then
carry out the PEUGEOT service.
Battery charge on. a fault in the charging circuit.
Check the battery terminals… Refer to the "Battery
"
section of chapter 8.
continuously on,
fixed or flashing in
spite of the checks. a circuit fault, an ignition or
injection malfunction. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Door or bonnet
open detection on. that a door or the bonnet is not
closed correctly. Check that the cab doors, the rear and side doors
and
the bonnet are closed.

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Warning light is indicates Solution - action
ESP flashing. that it is in operation.
on.
its malfunction or failure of the
hill start assistance. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Driving safety" section of chapter 5.

Emission control
system on. failure of the system. Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
without delay.
Anti-pollution on. failure of the system. Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
without delay.
Disarming of the
front passenger
air bag on. the intentional disarming of this
air bag when a rear facing child
seat is installed. Configure via the trip computer MODE menu. Refer t
o
the "Mode" section of chapter 4.
Electronic
immobiliser on. the ignition key inserted is not
recognised.
The vehicle cannot be started. Use another key and have the faulty key checked by
a
PEUGEOT dealer. Refer to the "Accesses" section of
chapter 2.
Front brake
pads on. brake pad wear. Have the pads replaced by a
PEUGEOT dealer.

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FUEL GAUGE
The fuel level is tested each time the key is
turned to the "running" position.
The gauge is positioned on:
- F (Full): the fuel tank is full,
approximately 90 litres.
- E (Empty): the reserve is now being
used, the warning light comes on
continuously.
The reserve when the warning first comes
on is approximately 11 litres.
Fuel tanks of different capacities (60 and
125 litres) are available as an option.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE

The needle is positioned between C
(Cold) and H (Hot): normal operation.
In arduous conditions of use or hot climatic
conditions, the needle may move close to
the red graduations. - wait for the engine to cool down in
order to check the level and top it up if
necessary. Follow this advice:
the cooling system is pressurised. In order to avoid any risk of scalding,
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow
the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, check the
level and remove the cap to top up.
If the needle remains in the red zone,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Levels" section of
chapter 7.
Refer to the "Fuel" section of chapter 7.
What you should do if the needle enters the
red zone, or if the warning light comes on:
- stop immediately, switch off the ignition. The fan may continue to operate for a
certain time up to approximately
10 minutes.
EMISSION CONTROL
EOBD (European On Board Diagnosis) is
a diagnostics system which complies with,
among others, the standards concerning
authorised emissions of:
- CO (carbon monoxide),
- HC (unburnt hydrocarbons),
- NOx (nitrogen oxides) or particles, detected by oxygen sensors placed
upstream and downstream of the
catalytic converters.
Therefore, the driver is warned of any
malfunction of this emission control
system by the lighting of this specifi c
warning light on the instrument panel.
There is a risk of damage to the catalytic convert er.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.

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SERVICE INDICATOR
For a few seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the spanner symbolising the
service indicator comes on: the display
informs you when the next service is due,
in accordance with the "Manufacturer's"
servicing schedule indicated in the servicing
booklet. This information is determined in
relation to the distance travelled since the
previous service.
LIGHTING RHEOSTAT
The rheostat is active when the lights are
on.
Refer to the list of checks in the
servicing booklet which was given to
you on delivery of the vehicle.
After a few seconds, the display returns to
its usual functions. Use these controls to adjust the
brightness of the instrument panel.
There are 8 setting levels.
Deterioration of the engine oil (100 and 120 bhp engines)
"Oil Life" or "Suit in Oil" function: your
vehicle's service interval is 24,000 miles
(40,000 km), in normal use.
However, the engine control unit tests the
degree of wear of the engine oil.
If your vehicle is used in arduous conditions
and consequently suffers engine oil
wear and if your vehicle is fitted with this
equipment, you are warned by flashing of
the engine oil pressure warning
light and the displaying of a
message on the instrument panel
each time the vehicle is started.

In this case, your vehicle must be
serviced as soon as possible.

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Starting and stopping
STARTING AND STOPPING

MAR position: running.
Certain accessories can be used.

AVV position: starter.
The starter is operated.

STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off.
Good practice when starting
Engine immobiliser warning light
If this comes on, use another key
and have the faulty key checked
by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Diesel pre-heating warning
light
Turn the key to the MAR position.
In cold weather, wait for this
warning light to switch off then operate the
starter ( AVV position) until the engine starts.
If the temperature is high enough, the
warning light comes on for less than one
second, you can start without waiting. Door or bonnet open warning light
If this comes on, a door or the bonnet
is not closed correctly, check!
Good practice when stopping
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow the
turbocharger to return to idle.
Do not press the accelerator when switching
off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear after
parking the vehicle.
In low temperatures
In mountainous and/or cold areas, it is
advisable to use a "winter" type fuel suited
to low or minus temperatures.

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ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
Steering wheel controls
AUTOMATIC LIGHTING
If your vehicle is fitted with this function,
the side lights and dipped headlamps are
switched on automatically if the light is poor.
In fog or snow, the brightness sensor may
detect sufficient light. Therefore, the lights
will not be switched on automatically. If
necessary, you must switch on the dipped
headlamps manually.
They are switched off when the light returns
to a sufficient level.
Activation
Turn the ring to this position.
The lights are switched off
automatically when the ignition is
switched off.
Do not cover the brightness sensor at
the top centre of the windscreen.
FOLLOW ME HOME LIGHTING
Ignition off or key in the STOP position.
Within 2 minutes after switching off the
engine, position the ignition key in the STOP
position or remove it.
Pull the lights stalk towards the steering
wheel. The indicator light comes on
on the instrument panel.
Each action on the lights stalk,
pulled towards the steering
wheel, prolongs the follow me home
lighting by 30 seconds up to approximately
3 minutes. When this time has elapsed, the
lights are switched off automatically.
Deactivate this control by keeping the stalk
pulled towards the steering wheel for more
than 2 consecutive seconds.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function:
when you leave your vehicle, the side lights
and dipped headlamps remain on for
the selected duration (when leaving a car
park for example).
To set the sensitivity of the sensor,
refer to section 4 of the "Mode" part.

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Steering wheel controls
HEADLAMP BEAM
You are advised to adjust the height of the
headlamp beams in accordance with the load in
your vehicle.
This function can be accessed in the dipped
headlamps and main beam headlamps position. Press these controls, located on
the fascia panel, several times in
succession to adjust
the headlamps.
An indicator light on the display
indicates the adjustment position
selected (0, 1, 2, 3).
SIDE/PARKING LIGHTS
This system enables you to leave the side
lights on when parked; with the ignition off,
key in the STOP position or key removed.
Move the ring on the lights stalk to
position O then to side lights, dipped
headlamps or main beam headlamps.

The warning light on the
instrument panel comes on.
The side lights will remain on
while you are parked.
Leaving the lights on for long periods may
significantly reduce the charge of your
vehicle's battery.