2010.5 Peugeot 508 instrument panel

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Indicator and warning lamps
Visual indicators informing the driver that a system is in operation, switched off or has a fault.
When the ignition is switched on
Cer tain warning lamps come on for a few
seconds in the instrument panel and/or instrument panel screen when the vehicle's ignition is switched on. When the engine is star ted, these same warning lamps should switch off. If they remain on, before moving off, refer to the information on the warning lamp concerned.
Associated warnings
The switching on of cer tain warning lamps may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen. The warning lamps may come on continuously (fixed) or flash.
Cer tain warning lamps may come on in one of two modes. Only by relating the type of lighting to the operating status of the vehicle can it be ascer tained whether the situation is normal or whether a fault has occurred.
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With the vehicle stationar y , use the left hand ar ythumb wheel to move through the menus, so as to configure the vehicle settings (driving and comfor t systems, ...). - Rotation (other than menu): scroll through the list of active functions available, - Press: main menu, confirm the selection, - Rotation (in a menu): move up or down in the menu.
Main menu
Vehicle settings
Screen settings
Preheating/Preventilation
Driving position setting
Unlocking boot only
Driving assistance
Speeds memorised
Rear wipe in reverse gear
Automatic parking brake
Lighting
Welcome lighting
Guide-me-home headlamps
Directional headlamps
Settings
Language
Units
Fuel consumption
Temperature
Colours
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Deactivation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, thi s confirms that the corresponding system has been switch ed off intentionally. This is may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen.
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Passenger's airbag system fixed in the seat belt and front passenger's airbag warning lamps display.
The control switch, located in the glove box, is set to the OFF position. The passenger's front airbag is deactivated.
Set the control to the ON position to activate the passenger's front airbag. In this case, do not fit a child seat in the rear-facing position. The passenger's airbag system is put into ser vice automatically when the vehicle is star ted.
ESP/ASR fixed. The button (located on the folding panel at the bottom right of the dashboard) has been pressed. Its indicator lamp is on. The ESP/ASR is deactivated. ESP: electronic stability programme. ASR: anti-slip regulation.
Press the button to activate the ESP/ASR. Its indica tor lamp goes off. The ESP/ASR system is activated automatically when the vehicle is star ted. After deactivation, the system is reactivated automatically from approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

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Indicator and warning lamps
Visual indicators informing the driver that a system is in operation, switched off or has a fault.
When the ignition is switched on
Cer tain warning lamps come on for a few
seconds in the instrument panel and/or instrument panel screen when the vehicle's ignition is switched on. When the engine is star ted, these same warning lamps should switch off. If they remain on, before moving off, refer to the information on the warning lamp concerned.
Associated warnings
The switching on of cer tain warning lamps may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen. The warning lamps may come on continuously (fixed) or flash.
Cer tain warning lamps may come on in one of two modes. Only by relating the type of lighting to the operating status of the vehicle can it be ascer tained whether the situation is normal or whether a fault has occurred.
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With the vehicle stationar y , use the left hand ar ythumb wheel to move through the menus, so as to configure the vehicle settings (driving and comfor t systems, ...). - Rotation (other than menu): scroll through the list of active functions available, - Press: main menu, confirm the selection, - Rotation (in a menu): move up or down in the menu.
Main menu
Vehicle settings
Screen settings
Preheating/Preventilation
Driving position setting
Unlocking boot only
Driving assistance
Speeds memorised
Rear wipe in reverse gear
Automatic parking brake
Lighting
Welcome lighting
Guide-me-home headlamps
Directional headlamps
Settings
Language
Units
Fuel consumption
Temperature
Colours
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Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on the par t of the driver. Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated fur ther by reading the as sociated message in the instrument panel screen. If you encounter any problems, contact a PEUGEOT dea ler or a qualified workshop.
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STOP fixed, associated with another warning lamp, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen.
It is associated with a punctured wheel, the braking system, the power steering, the engine oil pressure, the engine coolant temperature or a major electrical fault.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the engine may cut out. Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Ser vice temporarily. A minor fault has occurred for which there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen, such as, for example: - the engine oil level, - saturation of the par ticle emissions filter (Diesel), - the power steering, - a minor electrical fault. For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
fixed. A major fault has occurred for which there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen and then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.

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Coolant temperature gauge
With the engine running, when the needle is: - in zone A , the temperature is correct, - in zone B , the temperature is too high; the central STOP warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen. You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Wait a few minutes before switching off the engine. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
After driving for a few minutes, the temperature 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 "MA X" mark.
On switching on the ignition or when driving, it indicates the engine oil temperature. With the needle in zone C , the temperature is correct. With the needle in zone D , the temperature is too high. Slow down to lower the oil temperature.
Engine oil temperature
gauge
Be aware of the risk of burns when topping up the cooling system. Do not fill above the maximum level (indicated on the reser voir).

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CHECK (vehicle autotest)
Automatic CHECK
With the key in the ignition on position, all of the warning lamps for the functions tested are displaye d. They are switched off after a few seconds. At the same time, an automatic CHECK (vehicle autotest) is carried out.
In the presence of a fault
A "minor" fault has been detected: the warning lamp(s) are displayed then go off. You can star t your vehicle; however, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as possible. A "major" fault has been detected: the associated warning lamps(s) remain on accompanied by the STOP or SERVICE warning lamp. Do not star t your vehicle. Call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
Manual CHECK
Pressing the "CHECK" button on the instrument panel starts the manual CHECK (vehicle autotest). This function enables you to recall at any time (with the key in the ignition on position or with the engine running), the alerts present.
The passenger's airbag deactivated warning lamp * remains on while the airbag is deactivated.
With the engine running and the vehicle moving, the instrument panel displays the warning lamps (in the event of a fault).
If no "major" fault is found, you can star t your vehicle.
Lighting dimmer control
With the headlamps on, press button B to increase the brightness of the instruments and controls and the interior mood lighting or button A to reduce it. As soon as the lighting reaches the required level of brightness, release the button.

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Service indicator
More than 1 800 miles (3 000 km) remain before the next service is due
When the ignition is switched on, no ser vice information appears in the screen.
System which informs the driver when the next ser vice is due, in accordance with the manufacturer's ser vicing schedule. The point at which the ser vice is due is calculated from the last indicator zero reset. It is determined by two parameters: - the distance travelled, - the time elapsed since the last ser vice.
Between 600 miles (1 000 km) and 1 800 miles (3 000 km) remain before the next service is due
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, t he spanner symbolising the service operations comes on. The distance recorder display line indicates th e distance remaining before the next service is due. Example: 1 700 miles (2 800 km) remain before the next service is due. For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the screen indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the spanner goes off ; the distance recorder s offresumes its normal operation. The screen then indicates the total and trip distances.
Less than 600 miles (1 000 km) remain before the next service is due
Example: 560 miles (900 km) remain before the next ser vice is due. For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the screen indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the distance recorder resumes its normal operation. The spanner remains on to indicate that a ser vice must be carried out soon.
Illumination of the key is accompanied by a message in the instrument panel screen.

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Oil level incorrect
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel screen. If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
Oil level indicator fault
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel screen. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Dipstick
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.
There are 2 marks on the dipstick:
The total mileage is displayed in zone A of the screen and the trip mileage in zone B .
With the trip mileage displayed, press the
button for a few seconds.
Mileage recorder
Trip recorder zero reset
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 ser vice information.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more than 30 minutes.
- A = max; never exceed this level, - B = min; top up the level via the oil filler cap, using the grade of oil suited to your engine.
Oil level correct
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel screen.