2012 PEUGEOT 308 SW BL Owners Manual

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
12 V BATTERY





Access to the battery

The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:


)
open the bonnet using the interior
release lever, then the exterior
safety catch,

)
secure the bonnet stay,

)
remove the plastic cover on the (+)
terminal.






The presence of this label, in par-
ticular with the Stop & Start system,
indicates the use of a 12 V lead-
acid battery with special technology
and specifi cation; the involvement
of a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop is essential when replac-
ing or disconnecting the battery.

After refi tting the battery, the Stop &
Start system will only be active after
a continuous period of immobilisa-
tion of the vehicle, a period which
depends on the climatic conditions
and the state of charge of the bat-
tery (up to about 8 hours).
Procedure for starting the engine using
another battery or charging a discharged
battery.











Before doing any work
Immobilise the vehicle: apply the
parking brake, put the gearbox into
neutral (or position P
if your vehicle
has an automatic gearbox), then
switch of the ignition.
Check that all electrical systems
are off.
Do not reverse the polarity and use
only a 12 V charger.
Do not disconnect the terminals
while the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without
disconnecting the terminals fi rst.

Ensure that the battery posts and
terminals are clean. If covered in
sulphate (white or green deposits),
remove and clean them.

The batteries contain harmful sub-
stances such as sulphuric acid and
lead. They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and
must not, in any circumstances, be
discarded with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries
and vehicle batteries to a special
collection point.

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Do not apply excessive force on the
tab as locking will not be possible if
the clip is not positioned correctly;
start the procedure again.













Starting using another battery

When your vehicle's battery is dis-
charged, the engine can be started using
a slave battery (external or on another
vehicle) and jump leads.

Disconnecting the (+) cable


)
Raise the locking tab D
fully to
release the cable terminal E
.


Reconnecting the (+) cable


)
Position the open clip E
of the
cable on the positive post (+) of the
battery.

)
Press vertically on the clip E
to
position it correctly on the battery.

)
Lock the clip by spreading the
positioning lug and then lowering
the tab D
.
First check that the slave battery
has a nominal voltage of 12 V and
a capacity at least equal to that of
the discharged battery.
Do not try to start the engine by
connecting a battery charger.
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal
when the engine is running.


)
Connect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the fl at battery A
,
then to the positive terminal (+) of
the slave battery B
.

)
Connect one end of the green or
black cable to the negative terminal
(-) of the slave battery B
(or earth
point on the other vehicle).

)
Connect the other end of the green
or black cable to the earth point C

on the broken down vehicle (or on
the engine mounting).

)
Start the vehicle with the good
battery and leave it running for a few
minutes.
)
Operate the starter on the broken
down vehicle and let the engine run
If the engine does not start straight
away, switch off the ignition and wait
a few moments before trying again.

)
Wait until the engine returns to idle
then disconnect the cables in the
reverse order.

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Charging


)
Disconnect the (+) terminal.

)
Follow the instructions for use
provided by the manufacturer of the
charger.

)
Connect the charger's red cable to
the (+) terminal of the battery, then
the black cable to the (-) terminal.

)
Once the battery is fully charged,
disconnect the charger cables in
reverse order.


Charging should be carried out in
a well-ventilated area and away
from naked fl ames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid any risk of
explosion and fi re.
Do not try to charge a frozen bat-
tery; fi rst thaw it out so as to avoid
the risk of explosion.
If the battery had frozen, before
charging, have it checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or qualifi ed
workshop who will ensure that
the internal components have not
been damaged and that the casing
is not cracked, which would cause
a leak of toxic and corrosive acid.


Reinitialisation after
reconnection

After any reconnection of the battery,
switch on the ignition and wait at least one
minute before starting, to allow time for the
initialisation of the electronic systems.
By referring to the corresponding sec-
tions, you should set or initialise the
following systems yourself:


- remote control,

- one-touch electric windows,

- panoramic sunroof blind,

- time and date,

- audio and navigation system settings.


Check that no alert message or
warning lamp comes on after
switching on the ignition.
However, if minor problems persist
after carrying out these operations,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.


The Stop & Start battery does not
have to be disconnected for charging.












Charging the battery using a
battery charger

Before disconnecting


)
Go to the battery.

)
Check that the doors and boot are
closed but not locked.

)
Switch off the ignition and wait for at
least four minutes.


If the vehicle is to not going to be used
for more than a month, it is recommend-
ed that the battery be disconnected.

When your vehicle's battery is dis-
charged or when the vehicle is to be
out of use for a prolonged period, you
can charge the battery using a battery
charger.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop for the specifi cation of
chargers compatible with your battery.

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A fl at battery prevents the engine
from starting (refer to the corre-
sponding section).


If the telephone is being used at
this time:


- it will be maintained for ten minutes
with the hands-free kit of your
Peugeot Connect Sound (RD5),

- it will be maintained for ten
minutes with the Peugeot Connect
Navigation (RT6) or the Peugeot
Connect Media Navigation (NG4
3D), then it will transfer to your
telephone depending on the
telephone model.


ENERGY ECONOMY MODE

System which manages the duration of
use of certain functions to conserve a
suffi cient level of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, windscreen wip-
ers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy
lamps, etc. for a maximum combined
duration of thirty minutes.
This period may be greatly reduced if
the battery is not fully charged.

Exiting economy mode

These functions are reactivated auto-
matically next time the vehicle is driven.
To restore the use of these functions im-
mediately, start the engine and let it run
for at least fi ve minutes.


Switching to economy mode

Once this time has elapsed, a message
appears in the screen indicating that
the vehicle has switched to economy
mode and the active functions are put
on standby.
LOAD REDUCTION MODE
System which manages the use of cer-
tain functions according to the level of
charge remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air condi-
tioning, the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivat-
ed automatically as soon as conditions
permit.

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TOWING THE VEHICLE

Access to the tools

The towing eye is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
To gain access to it:


)
open the boot,

)
raise the fl oor,

)
secure it by hooking its cord on
the hook on the rear parcel shelf
support,

)
remove the polystyrene storage box,

)
remove the towing eye from the
holder.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.
CHANGING A WIPER BLADE

Removing



)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm.

)
Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.



Fitting



)
Put the corresponding new wiper
blade in place and clip it.

)
Fold down the wiper arm carefully.



Before removing a front wiper
blade


)
Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wiper stalk
to position the wiper blades vertically
on the windscreen.



After fitting a front wiper blade



)
Switch on the ignition.

)
Operate the wiper stalk again to
park the wiper blades.



General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in
your country.
Ensure that the weight of the tow-
ing vehicle is higher than that of
the towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel
of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways 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 al-
ways call on a professional recov-
ery service:


- vehicle broken down on a
motorway or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking
brake,

- towing with only two wheels on
the ground,

- where there is no approved
towing bar available...

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Towing your vehicle



)
On the front bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the bottom.

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Install the towing bar.

)
Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
on the electronic gearbox
system or automatic gearbox).

)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing 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 and drive slowly for
a short distance only.



Towing another vehicle
Failure to observe this instruction
could result in damage to certain
components (braking, transmis-
sion...) and the absence of braking
assistance the next time the engine
is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the
ignition key one notch and release
the parking brake.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.

)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.

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TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your
vehicle towed or for towing
another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.

Access to the tools
Towing your vehicle



)
On the front bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing it on the left.

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Install the towing bar.

)
Place the gear lever in neutral (posi-
tion N
on the automatic gearbox).
The towing eye is installed in the left-
hand side trim of the boot.
To gain access to it:


)
open the boot,

)
open the access fl ap in the left-hand
side trim,

)
unclip the wheelbrace from its support,

)
remove the towing eye from the
same support.



General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in
your country.
Ensure that the weight of the tow-
ing vehicle is higher than that of the
towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel
of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways 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 al-
ways call on a professional recov-
ery service:


- vehicle broken down on a
motorway or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking
brake,

- towing with only two wheels on
the ground,

- where there is no approved
towing bar available...
Failure to observe this instruction
could result in damage to certain
components (braking, transmis-
sion..) and the absence of braking
assistance the next time the engine
is started.

)
Unlock the steering by turning the
ignition key one notch and release
the parking brake.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.

)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.

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)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing it on the left.

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Install the towing bar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.

)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.



Towing another vehicle TOWING A TRAILER
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer.

Driving advice


Side wind


)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.


Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer
with additional lighting and signalling.

Distribution of loads


)
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest 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 by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle. Driving with a trailer places greater de-
mands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that the fi tting of the
towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

If the towbar is not fi tted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it is imperative that it is fi tted in
accordance with the vehicle manufac-
turer's instructions.
If your vehicle is fi tted with the 1.6 litre
THP 200 hp engine, you cannot fi t a
towbar. The space occupied by the sport
exhaust system prevents this.