2012 Peugeot 508 coolant temperature

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Instruments and controls





Petrol-Diesel instrument panel

Rev counter (x 1 000 tr/min or rpm), graduation according to engine (petrol or Diesel).2.
Engine oil temperature gauge. 3.Fuel gauge.4.
Engine coolant temperature gauge. 5.
Speedometer (mph or km/h).
6.Cruise control or speed limiter settings.
7. Gear shift indicator for a manual gearbox
or gear lever position and gear for an electronic gear control or automatic gearbox.A
.Main lighting dimmer.
B.Display of aler t log.
Recall of the service information. C.Reset the trip distance recorder.

8.
Display zone: aler t messages or state of functions, trip computer.9.Trip distance recorder (miles or km).
10. Automatic wipers
Ser vice indicator
(miles or km) then,
total distance recorder.
These two functions are displayed successively when switching on
the ignition.
Dials and screens
Control buttons

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Instruments and controls
Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on
the par t of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated fur ther by reading the associated message in the instrument panel screen.
If you encounter any problems, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning/indicator lampStateCauseAction/Observations


STOPfixed, associated
with another warning
lamp, accompanied
b
y an audible signaland a message in the screen. It is associated with a
punctured
wheel, the braking system, the power steering, the engine oil pressure,
the engine coolant temperature or a major electrical fault.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the engine may cut out.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.


Serviceon temporarily.Minor faults have occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen, such as, for example:
- the engine oil level,
- saturation o
f the par ticle emissions filter (Diesel).
- the power steering,
- a minor electrical fault.
-
...
For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
fix
ed.Major faults have occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in
the screen and then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
qualified workshop.

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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 central STOPwarning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and amessage in the instrument panel screen.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off theengine.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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 by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,
) when the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap,) top up the level to the "MA X" mark.


On switching on the ignition or when driving,
it indicates the engine oil temperature.
With the needle in zone C , the temperature is correct.
With the needle in zone D , the temperature is
too high.
Slow down to lower the oil temperature.


Engine oil temperature
gauge
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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Practical information
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.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.
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
STOP warning 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 longmountain type of descent, the use of engine braking 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 genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used.

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Checks
Coolant level
The coolant level should be closeto the "MA X" mark but should never exceed it.When the engine is warm,the temperature of the coolant is regulated by
the fan. This can operate with the ignition off.
On vehicles which are fitted with a par ticle
emission filter, the fan may operate after the vehicle has been switched off, even if the engine is cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised, wait at least one hour after switching off the engine before carrying out anywork.
To avoid an
y risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop.When the pressure has dropped, remove thecap and top up the level.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.


Fluid specifi cation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up with or
replaced with plain water.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
fl uid

In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, the low fluid level is indicated by an audible signal anda message in the instrument panelscreen.
Top up the reser voir when you next stop the
vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Accessories ..................................................210Accessory socket, 12 volt ...............................74Adjusting headlamps....................................140Adjusting head restraints..........................64, 67Adjusting seat belt height ..............................168Adjusting the steering wheel...........................73Airbags............................................................32Airbags, curtain.....................................172, 173Airbags, front.........................................170, 173Airbags, lateral ......................................172, 173Air conditioning .......................20, 84, 85, 87, 90Air conditioning, digital........................84,87,95Air conditioning, manual...........................84,85Air conditioning, quad-zone ...............84,90,95Air filter..........................................................r221Air flow......................................................20, 83Air vents..........................................................83Alarm ...............................................................50Anti-theft..........................................................98Armrest ............................................................74Armrest, rear...................................................r75Assistance call......................................162, 236Audible warning ............................................162Audio streaming (Bluetooth)........280, 306,308Audio system (radio).....................................293Automatic illumination of headlamps....133,137Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps ................................161Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers.................................................143, 145Auxiliary socket...............................76, 281,305
Battery...................................................200, 221Battery, charging ...........................................200Battery, remote control ..............................47-49Blind................................................................58
Capacity, fuel tank..........................................61CD.........................................................277, 300CD MP3 ......................................... 277, 301,302Central locking................................................44Changing a bulb.....................................187-195Changing a fuse....................................196-199Changing a wheel.................................180-186Changing a wiper blade........................146, 204Changing the date.................................283, 316Changing the remote control battery ..............48Changing the time.................................283, 316Checking levels .....................................218-220Checking the engine oil level..........................37Checking tyre pressures(using the kit)..............................................179Checks..................................................214-222Children..................................149-160, 169, 171Child seats............................................149-159Child seats, conventional ......................152,153Closing the boot..............................................54Closing the doors............................................44Connectors, audio ..................76, 281,303,305Coolant level...........................................33, 219Coolant temperature indicator........................r33Cour tesy lamps ............................................. 147Cruise control........................................123,126Cup holder.......................................................r74Date
(setting).........................................283, 316Daytime running lamps .........135,187, 189, 191Deactivating ESP ..........................................166Deactivating the passenger airbag...............171Deadlocking ....................................................45Defrosting........................................................95Diesel additive level......................................220Diesel preheat warning lamp..........................25Dimensions...................................................232Dipped beam..................................132,187-189Dipstick....................................................37,218Directional lighting................................141, 142Direction indicators........136, 161, 187, 191-193Driving economically.......................................20Driving positions (storing)...............................66Dynamic emergency braking........................102Dynamic stability control(DSC)..............................................27,30, 166
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Bluetooth (hands-free)..........................263, 307Bluetooth (telephone)............................263, 307Boot...........................................................54-56
Boot (unlocking)..............................................43Brake discs....................................................222Brake lamps..........................................192, 193Brake pads....................................................222Brakes ...........................................................222
Eco-driving.....................................................20Economy mode .............................................203Electronic engine immobiliser...................r49,98Electronic stability control(ESC)..........................................................164Emergency boot release.................................57Emergency call.....................................162, 236Emergency warning lamps.....................80,161Energy economy mode .................................203Engine, Diesel ..........63, 214, 216, 217,226-228Engine, petrol..................................63, 215,223Engine compartment ..............................215-217Engine compartment fusebox.......................199Engine oil level indicator.........................r37,218Engines ......................................... 223,226-228Environment.......................20, 48, 84, 202, 220ESC/ASR.......................................................164
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Alphabetical index
Steering mounted controls,audio...................................................242,295Stopping the vehicle.......................97, 109,113Stop & Start............................40,61, 88, 91, 95, 117,200, 213, 221Storage..........................................74,75,77,78Storage wells.............................................77,78Storing driving positions.................................66Stowing rings ............................................77,78Sunroof............................................................f58Synchronising the remote control.............47,48Synthesiser, voice.........................................257System, navigation........................................245
Table of weights ....................................224,229Ta b l e s o f e ngines..........................223,226-228Tables of fuses..............................................196Technical data ....................................... 223-232
Te l e p h o ne.............................................263, 307Temperature, coolant......................................33Temperature control for heated seats ............67Te m p o r a ry tyre repair kit...............................174Third brake lamp...........................................195TMC (Tr a f f i c i n f o) ..........................................260To o l s......................................................180,181To w b a r...........................................................r207Towed loads ..........................................224,229Towing another vehicle.................................205Traction control (ASR)..............................27,30Traffic information (TA).........................261,298Tr affic information (TMC)......................260,261Tr i p c o m p u t e r............................................r38,39Tyre pressures..............................................233Tyres................................................................20Tyre under-inflation detection ...............163,182
Under-inflation (detection) ....................163, 182Unlocking ........................................................ 41Unlocking the boot .......................................... 43Updating the date..................................283,316Updating the time..................................283,316USB (Peugeot Connect).................................76
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Vehicle identification .....................................233Ventilation.................................................83-85
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Warning lamps..........................................23-32Warning triangle..............................................80Wash-wipe, rear............................................r144Weights.................................................224, 229Welcome function ...........................................66Welcome lighting ...........................................139Wiper, rear.....................................................r144Wiper control stalk.................................143-145Wipers.............................................26, 143, 145
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Xenon headlamps.........................................187
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