2012.5 Peugeot 508 Hybrid Dag wheel

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If after around 5 to 7 minutes the pressure is not attained, this indicates that the tyre is not repairable; contacta PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifiedworkshop for assistance.


)Switch on the compressor by moving
the switch B
to position "I"until the tyre pressure reaches 2.0 bars.
The sealant is injected into the tyre under pressure; do not disconnect the pipe from
the valve during this operation (risk of splashing).
) Remove the kit and screw the cap back on
the white pipe.
Take care to avoid stainin
g your vehicle
with traces of fluid. Keep the kit to hand.
) Drive immediately for approximately three
miles (five kilometres), at reduced speed(between 15 and 35 mph (20 and 60 km/h)),
to plug the puncture. ) Stop to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.



Tyre under-infl ation detection

If the vehicle is fitted with tyre under-inflation detection, the under-inflation warning lamp will remain on after thewheel has been repaired until thesystem is reinitialised by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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2. Infl ation )
Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.) Star t the vehicle again and leave the engine running.

)Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
;
to deflate: switch B in position "O"and press button C ), in accordance with the
vehicle's tyre pressure label (located on the
left hand door aper ture).
A loss of pressure indicates that thepuncture has not been fully plugged; contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance.)Remove and stow the kit.)Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting the distance travelled to
approximately 120 miles (200 km).




As soon as possible, go to a PEUGEOTdealer or a qualified workshop.You must inform the technician that you have used this kit. After inspection, the technician will advise you on whether
the tyre can be repaired or if it must be replaced.
)Turn the selector Ato the "air" position.)Uncoil the black pipe Hfully. )Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel.

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Removing the cartridge
)Stow the black pipe. )Detach the angled base from the white pipe.)Suppor t the compressor ver tically.)Unscrew the car tridge from the bottom.


Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated on the car tridge.
The sealant car tridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, itmust be replaced. After use, do not discard the car tridgeinto the environment, take it to an authorised waste disposal site or a PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealantcartridge, available from PEUGEOT dealers or from a qualified workshop.

Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories
You can also use the compressor, withoutinjecting any product, to:
- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,
- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).

)
Turn the selector Ato the "Air"
position.
) Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.)
Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fit one of the adaptorssupplied with the kit first.
) Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket. )
Star t the vehicle and let the engine run. )
Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
;
to deflate: switch B in position "O"and press button C), according to the vehicle's
tyre pressure label or the accessory'spressure label. ) Remove the kit then stow it.

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Changing a wheel Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
Th
e tools are installed in the boot under the
floor.
To gain access to them: )open the boot, )position the floor ver tically (SW: in itsguide) for access to the tools.
Access to the tools


List of tools

All of these tools are specific to your vehicle andcan vary according to the level of equipment. Do
not use them for other purposes.
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel bolts.
2. Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.
3."Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors
(covers)
on alloy wheels.4. Socket for the security bolts (located in the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
5. One wheel chock for immobilising the
vehicle.
6.Towing eye.
See "Towing the vehicle".

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Wheel with trim
When refitting the wheel
, refit the trim starting by placing its notch facing the valve and press around its edge withthe palm of your hand.

The spare wheel is located in the boot under
th
e floor.
According to country, the spare wheel may be
steel, alloy or of the "space-saver" type.
To gain access to it, refer to the paragraph"Access to the tools" on the previous page.
Access to the spare wheel

Ta k i ng out the wheel
)
Unscrew the yellow central bolt. )
Raise the spare wheel towards you from
the rear. ) Take the wheel out of the boot.

Dependin
g on your vehicle's equipment, the
spare wheel is secured either by a strap or a central bolt. For the bolt, the procedure is givenbelow.

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Putting the wheel back in place
) Put the box back in place in the centre of
the wheel and clip it.) Put the polystyrene storage box back in
place.
)Put the wheel back in its housing. )Unscrew the yellow central bolt by a few
turns then put it in place in the centre of the
wheel. )Tighten fully until the central bolt clicks toretain the wheel correctly.
Tyre under-infl ation detection

The spare wheel is not fitted with a sensor. The punctured wheel must berepaired by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Removing a wheel

Parking the vehicle

Immobilise the vehicle where it does notblock traffic: the ground must be level, stable and not slippery. Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode, switch off the ignition and engage firstgear *
to block the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamp and the Pwarning lamp in the parkingbrake control lever come on.
The occupants must get out of the vehicle and wait where they are safe. Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle stand.
List of operations
)
Remove the bolt cover from each of
the bolts using the tool 3(according toequipment). ) Fit the security socket 4on the wheelbrace 1to slacken the security bolt (if fitted). )
Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

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P
osition Rfor the electronic gear controlgearbox; Pfor the automatic gearbox.

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)Place the jack 2 in contact with one of the
two front A or rear Blocations provided on
the underbody (represented by a triangle),
whichever is closest to the wheel to be changed.
)Raise the vehicle until there is sufficientspace between the wheel and the ground
to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel easily.)Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place.
)Remove the wheel.
) Extend the jack 2
until its base plate is incontact with the ground. Ensure that the centreline of the jack base plate is directlybelow the location Aor B
used.