2009 PEUGEOT 308 SW BL Owners Manual

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Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
comes on, this confi rms that the corre-
sponding system has been switched off
intentionally.
Passenger's airbag system
deactivation.
The passenger's airbag system
is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A specifi c control switch, located on the
passenger's side of the dashboard, per-
mits deactivation of the system. This is
confi rmed by continuous lighting of this
warning lamp on the instrument panel
or on the seat belt and passenger's
front airbag warning lamps display. Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
A specifi c button, located on the dash-
board, permits deactivation of the sys-
tem. This is confi rmed by continuous
lighting of this warning lamp and of the
indicator lamp on the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically.
Common deactivation warning
lamps Specifi c deactivation warning lamps Automatic locking.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that you have deactivated the
automatic locking of the doors
and boot while driving.
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers.
If this is displayed, it indicates that
you have deactivated automatic
rain sensitive windscreen wipers.
The other warning lamps appear on the
large screen, located in the centre of
the instrument panel.
Speed limiter.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that you have deactivated the
speed limiter.
Cruise control.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that you have deactivated the
cruise control.
Automatic illumination of
headlamps.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that you have deactivated auto-
matic illumination of headlamps.

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When the engine is running or the ve-
hicle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lamps indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver.
Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning lamp:
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
Service.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a problem in one
of the systems which does not
have a specifi c warning lamp.
To identify the problem, consult the
message on the multifunction screen. Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the brake fl uid level,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous
lighting of the ABS warning lamp),
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the parking brake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning lamp must be investi-
gated further by reading the associ-
ated message on the multifunction
screen.
In the event of diffi culty, do not
hesitate to contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.
Warning lamps
Common warning lamps After checking:
- that the doors, boot, the rear
screen and bonnet are closed,
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash fl uid level,
- the remote control battery,
- the pressure of the tyres,
- the end of saturation of the particle emission fi lter (Diesel),
for any other situations, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent operation
of the vehicle's servo-assisted braking.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS Engine autodiagnostics
system.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
engine management system.
If it fl ashes, it indicates the occurrence of
a fault in the emission control system.
Low fuel level.
When this fi rst comes on, you
have approximately 6 litres of
fuel left in the tank.
It is imperative that you refuel to avoid
running out of fuel.
This warning lamp comes on again
each time the ignition is switched on,
until suffi cient fuel has been added.
Capacity of the tank: approximately

60 litres . Maximum coolant
temperature.
If this comes on, it indicates that
the temperature in the cooling
system is too high. Stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Airbags.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the airbag or seat belt preten-
sioner systems.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened.
If this comes on, it indicates
that the driver and/or the front
passenger has not fastened or has un-
fastened their seat belt. According to
version and/or country, the unfastening
of the seat belt only may be detected for
the front passenger.
It also indicates that one or more rear
passengers have unfastened their seat
belt (on the 2nd row rear seats only on
the SW with panoramic sunroof).
Water in diesel * .
If this comes on, it indicates the
presence of water in the diesel
fi lter.
There is a risk of damage to the injection
system on Diesel engines. Door open.
A door, the boot or the rear
screen is open:
Battery charge.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...). Engine oil pressure.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine lubrication circuit. Stop the
vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
Specifi c warning lamps
* According to country.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivat-
ed, if this warning lamp and the indicator
lamp on the button come on continuously,
this indicates the occurrence of a fault in
the ESP/ASR system or in the hill start
assist system. -
if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), this
warning lamp comes on continuously.
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning lamp comes on continuously,
accompanied by an audible signal.
Never continue to drive until you
run out of fuel, this could damage
the emission control and injection
systems.

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The displaying of certain warning
lamps may be accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen.
Specifi c warning lamps
The other warning lamps appear on the
large screen, located in the centre of
the instrument panel.
Depending on the seriousness of the
fault, they may be displayed in orange
or red. Certain warning lamps may be
linked with those of the instrument
panel.
If they are linked with the
STOP
warning lamp, stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Directional headlamps.
If this fl ashes, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the
directional headlamps system. Engine oil pressure.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
engine lubrication circuit. Stop
the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Service.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the following: Engine autodiagnostics
system.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
engine management system. Engine oil level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that the engine oil level is too
low. Stop the vehicle as soon
as it is safe to do so.
Coolant temperature.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that the temperature in the cool-
ing system is too high. Stop the
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Coolant level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that the coolant level is too low.
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so.
Battery charge.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...).
- the engine management system,
- the emissions control system.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS Airbags.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the airbag or pretensioning
seat belt systems.
Braking.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the brake fl uid level,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous
lighting of the ABS warning lamp).
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
If the vehicle is moving, check that the
parking brake is fully released. Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
anti-lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent op-
eration of the vehicle's servo-assisted
braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated,
if this warning lamp and the indicator lamp
on the button come on, this indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the ESP/ASR sys-
tem or in the hill start assist.
Power steering.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
power steering. Stop the vehicle
as soon as it is safe to do so.
Door open.
A door, the boot or the rear
screen is open:
Ice warning.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that there is risk of the forma-
tion of ice on the road below a
temperature of 3 °C.
Drive carefully.
Parking brake.
If this is displayed, while the ve-
hicle is moving, it indicates that
the parking brake has not been
fully released.
Electronic immobiliser.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
electronic engine immobiliser
system or that the remote control bat-
tery is fl at. Fuel level.
When this fi rst comes on, you
have approximately
6 litres of
fuel remaining in the tank.
Fill up as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
This warning lamp reappears each time
the ignition is switched on until suffi cient
fuel has been added.
Capacity of the tank: approximately

60 litres .
Screenwash fl uid level.
If this is displayed, following an
action on the wiper stalk, it indi-
cates that the screenwash fl uid
level is low.
Fill the screenwash/headlamp wash fl uid
reservoir when you next stop. -
if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning lamp is displayed in orange,
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning lamp is displayed in red.
Never continue to drive until you
run out of fuel, this could damage
the emissions control and injection
systems.

INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS Water in diesel * .
If this is displayed, it indicates
the presence of water in the
diesel fi lter.
There is a risk of damage to the injection
system on Diesel engines.
Automatic headlamp
adjustment.
If this is displayed, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the auto-
matic headlamp adjustment.
Particle emission fi lter
(Diesel).
If this is displayed, linked with
the service warning lamp, it indi-
cates the start of saturation of the parti-
cle emission fi lter or a low diesel additive
reservoir level.
As soon as traffi c conditions permit, re-
generate the fi lter by driving at a speed
of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the
service warning lamp is switched off.
If the service warning lamp is still dis-
played, the additive level is low. Have it
topped up by a PEUGEOT dealer without
delay.
Under-infl ated tyre.
If this is displayed, it indicates
low pressure in one or more
wheels.
Check the tyre pressures as soon as
possible. Punctured tyre.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that one or more wheels are
punctured. Stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Change the damaged wheel and have it
repaired by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Tyre under-infl ation
detection.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault on one
of the sensors or in the tyre under-infl a-
tion detection system.
It may also indicate the absence of a
sensor when the spare wheel, which
does not have a sensor, is fi tted in place
of a punctured wheel.
Automatic lighting.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the auto-
matic lighting.
Use the other positions of the lighting
stalk to control the lighting manually.
Visual and/or audible
parking sensors.
If this comes on, in forward and/
or reverse gear, it indicates a fault
in the parking sensor system.
6-speed electronic gear control
gearbox or automatic gearbox.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
6-speed electronic gear control gear-
box or automatic gearbox. The gearbox
will then operate in down-grade mode,
locked on 3rd gear.
It may also be displayed if a door is
opened.
Invalid value.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
programme of the 6-speed
electronic gear control gear-
box or automatic gearbox.
Position P or N.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that the gear lever must be
placed in position
P or N in
order to start the engine.
* According to country.

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Coolant temperature indicator
With the engine running, when the nee-
dle is:
- in zone A , the temperature is
correct,
- in zone B , the temperature is
too high; the max temperature
warning lamp 1 and the central

STOP warning lamp come on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction
screen.

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off
the engine.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer. After driving for a few minutes, the tem-
perature and pressure in the cooling
system increase.
To top up the level:

 wait for the engine to cool,

 unscrew the cap by two turns to
allow the pressure to drop,

 when the pressure has dropped,
remove the cap,

 top up the level to the "MAX" mark.

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The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver whether
the engine oil level is correct or not. This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil Oil level indicator fault
Dipstick
This is indicated by the fl ashing of "OIL" ,
linked with the service warning lamp, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction screen.
If the lack of oil is confi rmed by a check
using the dipstick, it is essential that the
level is topped up to prevent damage to
the engine. This is indicated by the fl ashing of
"OIL


--" . Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil fi ller cap on your
engine. There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
- A = max; never exceed
this level (risk of
damage to the engine),
- B = min; top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap,
using the grade of oil
suited to your engine.