2012 Peugeot 208 brake

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Brake lamps (P21W).2.Reversing lamps (R10W).3. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).4.Sidelamps (light emitting diodes -LEDs).
Rear lamps


Changing the light emittingdiode-LED lamps i

For replacement, contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or qualified workshop.
5
.Foglamp (P21W).

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Changing brake lamp, reversing lamp and direction indicator bulbs
These three bulbs are changed from inside the boot:
)open the boot, )remove the access grille from the corresponding side trim panel,)slacken and remove the nut,)disconnect the lamp unit connector, )unclip the lamp unit carefully extract itpulling in line towards the outside,
)
press the four tabs and remove the bulbholder,)
turn the bulb a quar ter of a turn and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations inreverse order.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its guides,while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
Tighten sufficiently to ensure sealing, but without damaging the lamp.

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Changing the third brake lamp
bulbs
)Unscrew the fixing pins on each side of the lamp, without removing them completely.)Push on the screws to unclip the lamp.
)Disconnect the lamp connector.)Remove the lamp from the outside. )Turn the bulb holder which corresponds
to the faulty bulb one quar ter of a turn and remove it.)Pull the bulb and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
Number plate lamps
To facilitate the removal of the lamp, carry out
this operation with the tailgate half open.
) Insert a thin screwdriver into the lenscutout. )
Push it outwards. )
Remove the lens. )
Change the faulty bulb.
To refit, press on the lens to clip it in place.
Access is by passing a hand under the bumper. )Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and
pull it out. )Disconnect the connector on the bulb holder. )Pull the bulb out and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
You can also contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for the replacement of thesebulbs.

Changing a foglamp bulb

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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it:)open the boot, )lift the floor and remove it,
)remove the towing eye from the holder.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle. Driving on motor ways and fast roads is prohibited when towing. When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service: - vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release theparking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...
Procedure for havin
g your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.

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To w i ng your vehicle
To w i ng another vehicle
)On the front bumper, unclip the cover bypressing at the bottom. )Screw the towing eye in fully. )Install the towing bar.
)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover bypressing at the bottom. )
Screw the towing eye in fully. )
Install the towing bar. )
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.)
Move off gently, drive slowly and for a shor t distance.
)Place the gear lever in neutral(position N
on an electronicgearbox or automatic gearbox).Failure to observe this instructioncould result in damage to certain components (braking, transmission...) and the absenceof braking assistance the next time the engine is star ted.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key
in the ignition one notch and release the
parking brake. ) Switch on the hazard warning lamps onboth vehicles.
)
Move off gently, drive slowly and for a shor tdistance.

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Driving advice


Distribution of loads
)Distribute the load in the trailer so that theheaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.

Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.

Side wind
)Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.
Cooling
To w i ng a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electricall
y controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the
gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
) If the warning lamp and the
STOPwarning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.



Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of enginebraking is recommended.

Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towingvehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.



Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.



The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuinePEUGEOT towbar is used.

R
efer to the "Technical Data" section for detailsof the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing cer tain components.














Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash reservoir.2.
Coolant reservoir. 3.
Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses. 5.
Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.














Diesel engines
1.
Screenwash reservoir. 2.Coolant reservoir.3.Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses.
5. Fusebox.
6.Air filter .
7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.