2012 Peugeot 508 RXH Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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Changing a bulb


Front lamps
Model with xenon and directionalheadlamps
1.Direction indicators (light emittingdiodes - LEDs).2.Directional dipped / main beam
headlamps (D1S-35W).3.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (light emitting diodes - LEDs).
Model with halogen headlamps
1.Dipped and main beam headlamps (H7-55W).2.Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).3.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (light emitting diodes - LEDs).4.Direction indicators (PY21-21W).
For H7 type bulbs with lugs... take care toobserve their correct installation so as toensure the best lighting performance.
In some weather conditions (e.g. lowtemperature or humidity), the presenceof misting on the internal sur face of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps is normal; it disappears after the lampshave been on for a few minutes.

Before doing any work on your vehicle, switch off the ignition ( Readylamp off)to avoid any risk of injury resulting from automatic operation of the engine.

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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.
Risk of electrocution
Xenon bulbs (D1S-35W) must bereplaced by a PEUGEOT dealer or aqualified workshop.
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.









Dipped and main beamheadlamps (xenon model)

D1S xenon bulbs must be changedby a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifiedworkshop, as there is a risk of electrocution.
It is recommended that the D1S bulbsare changed at the same time when one of them fails.
Direction indicators (Xenon model)
Daytime running lamps

For the replacement of these light-emitting diode (LED) lamps, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Main beam headlamps(halogen model)
) Remove the protective plastic cover by
pulling on the tab. ) Disconnect the bulb connector. )
Remove the bulb by pulling it out andchange it.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in reverse order.
Dipped beam headlamps(halogen model)
)Remove the protective plastic cover bypulling on the tab.)Disconnect the bulb connector. )Extract the bulb by pulling and change it.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

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Direction indicators (halogen model)
)Turn the wheel fully inwards for easy access to the wheel arch liner. )Remove the two fixing screws for the access flap, located in the wheel arch. )Pull away the wheel arch liner.
) Turn the bulb holder a quar ter of a turn and
pull it out.) Disconnect the bulb holder connector.)
Pull the bulb and change it.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in reverse order.
Yo u m ay also contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop to have these bulbs
replaced.

Integrated direction indicator
side repeaters
You should contact a PEUGEOT dealer or aqualified workshop for the replacement of thesebulbs.

Door mirror spotlamps

You should contact a PEUGEOT dealer or aqualified workshop for the replacement of the light emitting diode - LED.

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1.Brake lamps (light emitting diodes - LEDs).2.Reversing lamps (W19W).3. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).4.Sidelamps (light emitting diodes - LEDs).5.Foglamps (light emitting diodes - LEDs).



















Rear lamps
Direction indicators(on the wings)
)
Open the boot then remove the accesscover.)
Remove the sealing foam.)
Disconnect the lamp connector. )
Remove the lamp fixing nut.
)
Carefully remove the lamp unit from outside.)
Remove the sealing foam. )
Unclip the bulb holder. )
Turn the bulb a quar ter of a turn and pull itout.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.



Changing the light emitting diode-LED lamps

For replacement, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.

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Reversing lamp (tailgate)
)Open the tailgate and then remove theaccess cover.)Disconnect the lamp connector.)Remove the lamp fixing nut.
) Carefully remove the lamp from theoutside.)
Remove the sealing foam.
)Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn andpull it out.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

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Third brake lamp (light emittingdiodes - LEDs)
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop.
Number plate lamps
) Insert a thin screwdriver into one of the outer holes of the lens.)
Push it outwards to unclip.)
Disconnect the lamp connector. )
Remove the lens.)
Pull the bulb out and change it.

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Changing a fuse Procedure for replacing a failed fuse with a new fuse to rectify a failure of the corresponding function.
The extraction tweezer and s
pare fuses are
located in the glove box.
Access to the tools

Before changing a fuse, the cause of the failure
must be identified and rectified. ) Identify the failed fuse by checking thecondition of its filament.


Changing a fuse
Good Failed
)
Use the special tweezer to extract the fuse from its housing.)
Always replace the faulty fuse with a fuse of the same rating.)
Check that the number marked on thefusebox, the rating marked on the fuse and
the following tables all agree.
PEUGEOT will not accept responsibilityfor the cost incurred in repairing your vehicle or for rectifying malfunctions resulting from the installation of accessories not supplied and notrecommended by PEUGEOT andnot installed in accordance with its instructions, in par ticular when thecombined consumption of all of the additional equipment connectedexceeds 10 milliamperes.



Installing electricalaccessories

Your vehicle's electrical system isdesigned to operate with standard or optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical equipment or accessories on your vehicle, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.