2011 Peugeot 508 fuel consumption

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Familiarisation

Keyless Entry and Starting

This system allows you to unlock, lock
and start your vehicle while keeping
the key on your person and in the
defined zone around the vehicle.

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Parking space sensor

This system measures the size of a space and
advises whether parking is possible.

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Exterior


Stop & Start

This system puts the engine temporarily into
standby during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic
jams, etc...). The engine restarts automatically as
soon as you want to move off. The Stop & Start
system reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions, and offers the comfor t of complete
silence when stationary.

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Instruments and controls









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 started, 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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Instrument panel screen



With the vehicle stationar y
, use the left hand
thumb wheel to move through the menus, so
as to configure the vehicle settings (driving and
comfort 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
Te m p e r a t u r e

Colours


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Instruments and controls
System which provides current information
concerning the trip (range, fuel consumption…).








Tr i p c o m p u t e r


Instrument panel screen
Information display




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Press the steering mounted control
to
display the various trip computer tabs in
succession.


- The current information tab
with:


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the range,

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the current fuel
consumption,

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the Stop & Star t time
counter.





- The trip "1"
tab with:


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the average speed,
for the first trip.

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the average fuel
consumption,

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the distance travelled,





- The trip "2"
tab with:


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the average speed,
for the second trip.

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the average fuel
consumption,

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the distance travelled,




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Or on the end of the wiper stalk.

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Tr i p r e s e t

If dashes are displayed continuously
while driving in place of the digits,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop. This function is only displayed from
20 mph (30 km/h).
This value may vary following a change
in the style of driving or the relief,
resulting in a significant change in the
current fuel consumption.






A few definitions…


Range

(miles or km)
This indicates the distance
which can still be travelled with
the fuel remaining in the tank
in relation to the average fuel
consumption over the last few
miles (kilometres) travelled.
When the range falls below 20 miles (30 km),
dashes are displayed. After filling with at least
5 litres of fuel, the range is recalculated and is
displayed when it exceeds 60 miles (100 km).

Current fuel consumption

(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
This is the average fuel consumption
during the last few seconds.

Average fuel
consumption
(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
This is the average fuel
consumption since the last trip
computer zero reset.


Average speed

(mph or km/h)
This is the average speed calculated
since the last trip computer zero reset
(ignition on).



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When the trip required is displayed, press
the control for more than two seconds
or use the left hand thumbwheel of the
steering mounted controls.
Trips "1"
and "2"
are independent but their use
is identical.
For example, trip "1"
can be used for daily
figures, and trip "2"
for monthly figures.

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Comfort
In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:


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If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the sun
for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compartment for a few minutes.
Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in the
passenger compartment.

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To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.

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Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation may
cause misting of the windows and side windows.

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Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the automatic air conditioning system.

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Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep it
in good working order.

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Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section).
We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its second special
active filter, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the occupants and the cleanliness
of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).

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The air conditioning uses power from the engine while operating. This results in an
increase in the vehicle's fuel consumption.

When towing at or near maximum capacity or on steep slopes in high ambient temperatures,
switching off the air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing capacity.
Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under the
vehicle when stationary, which is per fectly normal.

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To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly.

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If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning


The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.

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Switch off the demisting/defrosting
of the rear screen and door mirrors
as soon as appropriate, as lower
current consumption results in
reduced fuel consumption.


Front Demist -
Defrost








Rear screen
demist - defrost
The control button is located on the
air conditioning system control panel.
With manual air
conditioning



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Select this programme to demist
or defrost the windscreen and
side windows as quickly as
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With dual-zone and quad-
zone digital air conditioning

Automatic visibility programme

Switching on

The rear screen demisting/defrosting can only
operate when the engine is running.


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Press this button to demist /defrost the rear
screen and (depending on version) the door
mirrors. The indicator lamp associated with
the button comes on.







With Stop & Star t, when demisting has
been activated, the STOP mode is not
available.


Switching off

The demisting/defrosting switches off
automatically to prevent an excessive
consumption of current.


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It is possible to stop the demisting/defrosting
operation before it is switched off automatically
by pressing the button again. The indicator
lamp associated with the button goes off.

The system automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow and air intake, and
provides optimum distribution towards the
windscreen and side windows.
Adjust the temperature control to quickly demist /
defrost the windows.
To switch it off, press the "visibility" button
again, the warning lamp in the button goes off
and the system rever ts to the previous settings.


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Select this programme to demist
or defrost the windscreen and
side windows as quickly as
possible.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow and air intake, and
provides optimum distribution towards the
windscreen and side windows.
With the quad-zone digital air conditioning,
pressing this button deactivates and locks the
rear air conditioning.


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To stop the programme, press either the
"visibility"
button again or "AU TO "
, the
warning lamp on the button goes off and
the warning lamp in the "AU TO "
button
comes on.
The system rever ts to the previous settings.

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Gear shift indicator *
System which reduces fuel consumption by advising the driver to change up on vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox.


Operation

The system inter venes only when driving
economically.
Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one or more gears. You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
The gear engagement recommendations must
not be considered compulsory. In fact, the
configuration of the road, the amount of traffic
and safety remain determining factors when
choosing the best gear. Therefore, the driver
remains responsible for deciding whether or not
to follow the advice given by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.

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According to engine.

- You are in third gear.
Example:

- You press the accelerator pedal
moderately.
- The system may suggest that you engage a
higher gear, if appropriate.

The information appears in the instrument
panel screen in the form of an arrow
accompanied by the suggested gear.

In the case of driving which makes
par ticular demands on the per formance
of the engine (firm pressure on the
accelerator pedal, for example, when
over taking...), the system will not
recommend a gear change.
The system never suggests:


- engaging first gear,

- engaging reverse gear,

- engaging a lower gear.

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Manual operation



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Select position M
for sequential
changing
of the six gears.

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Pull the lever towards the +
sign to change
up a gear.

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Push the lever towards the -
sign to change
down a gear.
It is only possible to change from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
permit; other wise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.

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disappears and the gears engaged
appear in succession on the
instrument panel.
Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).



Stopping the vehicle

Before switching off the engine, you can
engage position P
or N
to place the gearbox in
neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to
immobilise the vehicle, unless it is programmed
to automatic mode.

Operating fault

When the ignition is on, a
message appears in the
instrument panel screen to indicate a gearbox fault.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel
a substantial knock when changing from P

to R
and from N
to R
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damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the
gear selected flashes for a few seconds, then
the actual gear engaged is displayed.
It is possible to change from position D

(automatic) to position M
(manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving
very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1

automatically.
The spor t and snow programmes do not
operate in manual mode.
You risk damaging the gearbox:


- if you press the accelerator and
brake pedals at the same time,

- if you force the lever from position P

to another position when the battery
is flat.

If the lever is not in position P
, when the
driver's door is opened or approximately
45 seconds after the ignition is switched
off, there is an audible signal and a
message appears.


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Return the lever to position P
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the audible signal stops and the
message disappears.

To reduce fuel consumption when
stationary for long periods with the
engine running (traffic jam...), position
the gear lever at N
and apply the
parking brake, unless it is programmed
in automatic mode.