2010.5 Peugeot 508 warning

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Instruments and controls
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Dynamic stability control (ESP/ASR)
flashing. The ESP/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. Unless it has been deactivated with the indicator lamp in the button on, the ESP/ASR system has a fault.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT or a qualified workshop.
Engine autodiagnosis system
fixed. The emission control system has a fault. The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started. If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop urgently.
flashing. The engine management system has a fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Low fuel level fixed with the needle in the red zone. When it first comes on there remains approximately 7 litres of fuel in the tank.
At this point, you begin to use the fuel reser ve.
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of fuel. This warning lamp will come on every time the ignitio n
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is made. Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as this could damage the emission control and injection systems.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.

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Engine oil pressure fixed. There is a fault with the engine lubrication system. You must stop as soon it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEO T dealer or a qualified workshop.
Batter y charge fixed. The battery charging circuit has a fault (dir ty or loose terminals, slack or cut alternator belt, ...).
The warning lamp should go off when the engine is star ted. If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
Door(s) open fixed, associated with a message identifying the door, if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h).
A door or the boot is still open. Close the door or boot.
fixed, associated with a message identifying the door, and accompanied by an audible signal if the speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h).
Seat belt(s) not fastened/unfastened
fixed then flashing accompanied by an increasing audible signal.
A seat belt has not been fastened or has been unfastened. Pull the strap then inser t the tongue in the buckle.

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Instruments and controls
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Airbags temporarily. This lamp comes on for a few seconds when you turn on the ignition, then goes off.
This lamp should go off when the engine is star ted. If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or aqualified workshop.
fixed. One of the airbag or seat belt pretensioner systems has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Directional headlamps flashing. The directional headlamps system has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Instruments and controls
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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Instruments and controls
* According to country.
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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Access
Boot
Saloon
 After unlocking the vehicle completely using the remote control or the key, press this button.
SW
 After unlocking the vehicle completely using the remote control or the key, press at the top (on lever A ), and raise the Atailgate.
From the inside
Hold this button down until unlocking of the boot is heard.
Opening
Closing
 Lower the tailgate using the interior grab handle. If the tailgate is not closed correctly:
- when the engine is running , this warning lamp and a
message in the instrument panel screen appear for a few seconds,
- when the vehicle is moving (speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp and a message, accompanied by an audible signal, appear in the instrument panel screen for a few seconds.

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Access
Emergency release
(Saloon and SW)
System for mechanical unlocking of the boot in the event of a battery or central locking fault.
Unlocking
 Fold back the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.  Inser t a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock to unlock the tailgate.
"Boot open" warning
With the engine running or when the vehicle is moving, if the tailgate is not properly closed, a message accompanied by an audible signal (from 6 mph (10 km/h)) is displayed in the instrument panel screen.

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Low fuel level
When the low fuel level in the tank is reached, this warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible warning and a message in the instrument panel screen. When it first comes on, around 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank. You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out.
Fuel supply cut-off
Your vehicle is equipped with a safety device which cuts off the fuel supply in the event of a collision.
It is still possible to use a fuel can to fill
the tank but this must be done slowly. In order to ensure a good flow of fuel, do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in direct contact with the flap of the misfuel prevention device.
Diesel misfuel prevention
Mechanical device which prevents filling the tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It avoids the risk of engine damage that can result from filling with the wrong fuel. Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention device appears when the filler cap is removed.
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the fuel filler neck of your Diesel vehicle, it comes into contact with the flap. The system remains
closed and prevents filling. Do not persist but introduce a Diesel filler nozzle.
Operation