2012 Peugeot 208 tow

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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,it must be replaced. After use, do not discard the car tridge into the environment, take it to anauthorised waste disposal site or aPEUGEOT dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealantcartridge, available from PEUGEOT dealers or from a qualified workshop.



Checking tyre pressures /
inflatin
g accessories

You can also use the compressor, without injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,

- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).
)
Turn the selector A
to 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 tyrepressure label or the accessory's pressure
label. )Remove the kit then stow it.

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Changing a wheel

The tools are installed in the boot under the floor.
To gain access to them: )open the boot, )lift the floor and remove it. )remove the carrier box containing the tools.


Access to the tools
List of tools
3."Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors
(covers)on alloy wheels.4.Socket for the security bolts (located in theglove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
5.Towing eye.
See "Towing the vehicle".

Procedure for chan
ging a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
All o
f these tools are specific to your
vehicle and can vary according to the level
of equipment. Do not use them for other purposes. 1.Wheelbrace. For removing the wheel trim and removing
t
he wheel bolts.2. Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.

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

The spare wheel is installed 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.

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Changing a bulb


Front lamps
A. Model with light guide

In some weather conditions (e.g. low temperature or humidity), the presence of misting on the internal sur face of theglass of the headlamps and rear lampsis normal; it disappears after the lamps have been on for a few minutes.


The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protectivecoating:)do not clean them using a dryor abrasive cloth, nor with adetergent or solvent product,)use a sponge and soapy water, )when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do not keepthe lance directed towards thelamps or their edges for too long,so as not to damage their protectivecoating and seals,)do not touch the bulb directly withyour fingers, use lint-free cloths.
Changing a bulb should only be doneafter the headlamp has been switched off for a few minutes (risk of seriousburns). It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order notto damage the headlamp. Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb with the same type andspecification.
B. Model without light guide
1.Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).2.Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).3.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps(light emitting diodes - LEDs).4.Direction indicators (PWY-24W).5.Front foglamps (directional accordingto version) (H11- 55W)).

1.Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).2.Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).3.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (W5-5W).4.Direction indicators (PWY-24W).5.
Front foglamps (directional according
to version) (H11- 55W).

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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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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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Towing a trailer
We recommend the use of genuinePEUGEOT towbars and their harnessesthat have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towbar is not fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer, it is imperative that itis fitted in accordance with the vehiclemanufacturer's instructions. T
owbar suitable for the attachment of atrailer or installation of a bicycle carrier, with additional lighting and signalling.

Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and the driver must take par ticular care.
Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for
transpor ting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.