2012 Peugeot 508 brakes

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Driving
Displays in the instrument
panel
When you move the lever in the gate to select aposition, the corresponding indicator comes on
in the instrument panel.
P. Park R. ReverseN.
Neutral D.
Drive (Automatic driving) S.Sport
programme7
. Snow
programme 1 to 6.
Gear engaged during manual operation-. Invalid value during manual operation
)
With your foot on the brake, select
pos
ition Por N.) Start the engine.
If this procedure is not followed, an audible
signal is heard, accompanied by a message in
the instrument panel screen.
) With the engine running, press the brake
pedal.
) Release the parking brake, unless it is
programmed to automatic mode. ) Select position R , D
or M , )
Gradually release the brake pedal.
The vehicle moves off immediately.


Moving off


When the engine is running at idle, with the brakes released, if position R , D
or M
is selected, the vehicle moves evenwithout the accelerator being pressed. When the engine is running, never leave children in the vehicle without supervision.
When carrying out maintenance with the engine running, apply the parkingbrake and select position P
.
P
If position Nis engaged inadver tently while driving, allow the engine to return to idle then engage position Dto accelerate.

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Driving
You must press the brake pedal when star ting the engine.
Whatever the circumstances, you must manually apply the parking brake when parking, unless the parking brake isprogrammed in automatic mode.

When immobilising the vehicle, with the engine running, you must place the gear lever in neutral N.Before carrying out any work in the engine compar tment, check that the
gear lever is in neutral N
and that the parking brake is applied.



Stopping the vehicle
With the ignition on, theflashing of this warning lamp, accompanied by an audiblesignal and a message in the instrument panelscreen, indicates a malfunction of the gearbox.
have it checked by PEUGEOT or a qualified
workshop. Be
fore switching off the engine, you can
choose to:


- move to position N
to engage neutral,

- leave the gear engaged; in this case, it will
not be possible to move the vehicle.
In both cases,
you must apply the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle.


Operating fault Creep function
This function greatly facilitates manoeuvering
of the vehicle at low speed (when parking, in a
traffic jam…).
Having placed the gear lever in position A , Mor R
, the vehicle moves as soon as you take your foot off the brake pedal.
With the engine at idle, brakes released, if position A , M or Ris selected, the vehiclemoves even without any action on theaccelerator pedal.
For your safety, this function is only activated
if you press the brake pedal when changing to
for ward or reverse gear.
Never leave children unsuper vised inside the
vehicle with the en
gine running.

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Safety








Ty r e u n d e r - i nfl ation detection System which automatically checks the pressure of the tyres while driving.

Sensors fitted in each valve trigger a warning in
the event of malfunction (speed above 12 mph (20 km/h)).
The spare wheel is not fitted with a sensor.


All repairs and changing of tyres on awheel fitted with this system must becarried out by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
If, when changing a tyre, you install awheel which is not detected by your vehicle (example: fitting of snow tyres), you must have the system reinitialised
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.
This message is also displayed whenone of the wheels is away from thevehicle (being repaired) or when one or more wheels without a sensor are fitted.


The tyre under-inflation detectionsystem is an aid to driving which doesnot replace the need for the driver to bevigilant or to drive responsibly.

This system does not avoid the need to have the tyre pressures checked regularly(refer to "Identification markings") to ensure that the optimum dynamicperformance of the vehicle is maintainedand prevent premature wear of the tyres,particularly in arduous driving conditions (heavy load, high speed).
The tyre pressures must be checked cold, at least once a month. Remember to check the pressure of the spare wheel.
The tyre under-inflation detection system may experience temporary inter ference due to electromagnetic signals on a frequency close to that used by the system.
A message appears in the instrument panelscreen, accompanied by an audible signal,
to identify the wheel concerned.

Under-infl ated tyre
This warning lamp and
the STOPwarning lamp come on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in theinstrument panel screen identifying the wheelconcerned. )Stop immediately, avoiding any sudden
movement of the steering wheel and the brakes.) Change the damaged wheel (punctured
or very deflated tyre), and have the tyre
pressure checked as soon as possible.

Puncture
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by an audible signal,
to identify the wheel or wheels which are not
detected or to indicate a fault in the system.Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifiedworkshop to replace the faulty sensor(s).
Sensor(s) not detected or faulty
)Check the tyre pressures as soon aspossible.
This check must be carried out when the tyres are cold.

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Safety
Electronic Stability Programme (ESC: Electronic Stability Control) incorporating the
following systems:
- the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and
the electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- the emergency braking assistance,
- the anti-slip re
gulation (ASR) or traction control,
- the dynamic stability control (DSC).









Electronic stability programme (ESC)


Definitions


Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution
(EBFD)
This system improves the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and offers improved control in corners,
in par ticular on poor or slippery road surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.


Emergency braking assistance

In an emergency, this system enables you to reach the optimum braking pressure more quickly and therefore reduce the stoppingdistance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is
felt by areduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in the effectiveness of the braking.

Anti-skid regulation (ASR)

The ASR system (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction in order to avoid
wheel slip by acting on the brakes of the drivingwheels and on the engine. It also improves
the directional stability of the vehicle onacceleration.


Dynamic stability control (DSC)

If there is a difference between the pathfollowed by the vehicle and that required bythe driver, the DSC monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the re
quired path, within the limits of the laws
of physics.

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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
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
the details of the level checking
interval for this component.
6-speed electronic gearbox
s
ystem
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking interval for
this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for
details of the level checkin
g interval
for this component. Brake wear depends on the st
yle
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It ma
y be necessary to
have the condition of the brakes checked,even between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.
















Brake pads

For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.


Brake disc wear














Electric parkin
g brake
This system does not require any routine servicing. However, in the
event of a problem, have the systemchecked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
For more information, see "Driving - Electric parking brake - § Operating faults".
















Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of equivalentquality and specification. In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offersvery specific products.
To a v o i d d a m aging the electrical units,the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictly
prohibited.
Manual parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness of this system is noticed, the parking brake
must be checked, even between
tw
o services.
Checking this system must be done by aPEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Alphabetical index
Accessories ..................................................210Accessories socket, 12 volt............................74Adjusting headlamps .................................... 140Adjusting head restraints..........................64, 67Adjusting seat belt height..............................168Adjusting the steering wheel...........................73Airbags............................................................32Airbags, cur tain .....................................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 warninglamps ..........................................................161Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers ................................................. 143, 145Auxiliary socket...............................76, 281,305
Bluetooth (hands-free)..........................263, 307Bluetooth (telephone)............................263, 307Boot...........................................................54-56
Boot (unlocking)..............................................43Brake discs....................................................222Brake lamps..........................................192, 193Brake pads....................................................222Brakes ...........................................................222
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........................r33Courtesy lamps.............................................147Cruise control........................................123,126Cup holder.......................................................r74
Eco-driving.....................................................20Economy mode.............................................203Electronic engine immobiliser...................r49,98Electronic key............................................41- 48Electronic 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 compar tment fusebox.......................199Engine oil level indicator.........................r37,218Engines .........................................223,226-228Environment .......................20, 48, 84, 202, 220ESC/ASR....................................................... 164
A
C
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Dashboard fusebox .......................................197Date (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........................102
Dynamic stability control (DSC) ..............30, 166
Battery...................................................200, 221Battery, charging...........................................200Battery, remote control..............................47-49Blind................................................................58
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