2012 Peugeot 208 engine

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Instruments and controls
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Engine oilpressure
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 PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Battery charge
fixed. The battery charging circuit has a fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or cut alternator belt, ...). The warnin
g lamp should go off when the engine is started.
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 thespeed is above 6 mph(10 km/h).

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Instruments and controls
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Airbagson temporarily. This lamp comes on for a fewseconds when you turn on the
ignition, then goes off. This lamp should
go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
fixed.One of the airbag or seat beltpretensioner systems has a fault.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Power steeringfixed.The power steering has a fault. Drive carefully at reduced speed.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Seat belt(s) not fastened / unfastened
fixed then flashingaccompanied by an
increasing audiblesignal. A
seat belt has not been fastened or has been unfastened.Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.

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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 maximum temperature and the central STOP
warning lamps come on,accompanied by an audible signal and a
warning message in the screen.
You MUST stop as soon as it is safeto do so. Wait a few minutes before switching off theengine.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
wor
kshop.
After drivin
g for a few minutes, the temperatureand pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top up the level:
) wait for the engine to cool, )
unscrew the cap slightly to allow the
pressure to drop,
) when the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap,) top up the level to the "MA X" mark.

Be aware of the risk of burns whentopping up the cooling system. Do not fill above the maximum level (indicatedon the reservoir).

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Instruments and controls
Engine oil level indicator
Oil level incorrect
This is indicated by the flashing of " OIL" or LLby the display of a dedicated message in theinstrument panel.
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 the flashing of "OIL_ _" or
by the display of a dedicated message in the
instrument panel. 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 milea
ge 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

Tr i
p 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 service information.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and theengine 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

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Access
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has
a special code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for star ting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks theengine management system a few minutes
after the ignition is switched off and preventsstarting of the engine by anyone who does not
have the key.

Folding the key
)First press this button to fold the key.
)Press the closed padlock to
locate your locked vehicle in a car park.
Locating your vehicle
This is indicated by lighting of the cour tesy lamps and flashing of the direction indicators
for a few seconds.
Guide-me-home lighting
With the remote control
Make a long press this button to
operate the
guide-me-home lighting (switching on the sidelamps, dipped
beams and number plate lamps).
A second press be
fore the end of the timed period cancels the guide-me-home lighting.
Anti-theft protection
In the event of a fault, you are
informed by illumination of this
warning lamp, an audible signal and a message in the screen.
In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
If you do not press the button when folding the key, there is a risk of damageto the mechanism.

Keep safely the label attached to the keys given to you on acquisition of thevehicle.

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Access
Lost keys
Visit a PEUGEOT dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personal identification documents and if possible the key code label.
The PEUGEOT dealer will be able to look up the key code and the transponder code required to order a new key.
Remote control
The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it fromworking and the remote control would have to be reinitialised.The remote control does not operate when the key is in the ignition switch, even when the ignition is switched off, except for reinitialisation.
Locking the vehicle
Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compar tment by the emergency services more difficult in an emergency. However, the vehicle unlocks automatically in the event of a serious impact causing airbag deployment.
As a safety precaution (with children on board), remove the key from the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle, even for a shor t time.
Anti-theft protection
Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this could cause malfunctions.
When purchasing a second-hand vehicle
Have the pairing of all of the keys in your possession checked by a PEUGEOT dealer, to ensure that only your keys can be used to open andstart the vehicle.

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Comfort
Heated seats control
With the engine running, the front seats can be heated separately.)Use the adjustment dial, placed on the side
of each front seat, to switch on and select
the level of heating required: 0
:
Off. 1:
Low. 2
:
Medium. 3
:
High.










Centre armrest Comfor t and storage system for the driver and front passenger.
Storage
)
For access to the closed storage box, lift
the lever to open the lid. ) For access to the open storage box below
the armrest, lift the complete armrest
towards the rear.

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Comfort




Mirrors

Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass providing the lateral rearward vision necessaryfor overtaking or parking. They can also be folded for parking in confined spaces.


Door mirrors

The objects observed are, in reality,closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order tocorrectly judge the distance of vehiclesapproaching from behind.


Demisting - Defrosting

AdjustmentAdjustment Manual model
Folding
) When parked, fold the mirror manually to
protect it.
Unfolding
) Before moving off, unfold the mirror.









Electric mode
)
Move the lever in all four directions toadjust the mirror.)
Move control Ato the right or to the left
to select the corresponding mirror.) Move control Bin all four directionsto adjust. )
Return control A
to the central position.
Demistin
g-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the enginerunning, by switching on the heated rear screen (see "Rear screen
demist-defrost").