2012 Peugeot 508 RXH wheel

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Emergency braking

In the event of a failure of the main servicebrake, a continuous pull on the control lever Awill stop the vehicle.
The dynamic stability control provides stability
during emergency braking.
If the emergency braking malfunctions,
a message will be displayed.
I
f a failure of the DSC system is
signalled by the lighting of this warning lamp, then braking stability is
not guaranteed.
In this event, stability must be assured by the
driver by repeating alternate "pull-release" actions on the control lever A .
Emergency parking brake release
)if your vehicle has one, take out the vehicle chock B
, located behind the rear seats. )On a slope, immobilise the vehicle byplacing a chock in front or behind one of
the front wheels, opposing the slope.
On level ground, immobilise the vehicle byplacing a chock in front or behind one of
the front wheels. In the event o
f fault with the electric parking
brake or a battery failure, an emergency
mechanical control can be used to manuallyrelease the parking brake.)
Immobilise the vehicle (or chock it if the brake pedal has not been released), with
the hybrid system active, place the gear lever in position M or R.)
Switch of the hybrid system, but leave the
ignition on. If you are unable to immobilise
the vehicle, do not operate this control and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.

The emergency braking must only be used in exceptional circumstances.

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SituationsConsequences
To a p p l
y the electric parking brake:)
immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition. )
pull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is complete.
)
switch on the ignition and check that the electric parking brake
warning lamps come on.
The application is slower than during normal operation.
To release the electric parking brake:) switch on the ignition.)
push the control lever and hold it for approximately 3 seconds then
release it.
If the braking warning lamp is flashing or if the warning lamps do not come on with the ignition on, these procedures will not work. Place the
vehicle on level ground and have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. and possibl
y
flashing

Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the following
warning lamps:

- Only the automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic release on acceleration functions are available.

- The manual application/release of the electric parking brake and theemergency braking are not available.
and possibl
y
flashing

Display of the message "Battery charge fault".


- You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Switch off and
immobilise
your vehicle (if necessary, place the a chock under a
wheel).

- Apply the electric parking brake before switching off the engine.

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6-speed electronic gear control gearbox


Six-speed electronic gear control gearbox
which offers a choice between the comfort of
fully automatic operation or the pleasure of manual gear changing.
There are two driving modes: -automatedmode for automatic control of
the gears by the gearbox,
-
manualmode for sequential gear changing
by the driver.
In automated mode, it remains possible to
change gear manually by using the steering mounted control paddles as desired, when
over taking, for example.
This gearbox provides additional functions:


- hill star t assist,

- creep function (the vehicle moves on its
own on releasing the brake pedal)in automated mode or in reverse.R.
R
everse. )
With your foot on the brake, lift the lever
and push forwards.
N
. Neutral.) With your foot on the brake, select this
position to start. A.
Automated mode.)
Move the lever backwards to select this
mode. M.Manual mode with sequential gear changing. )
Lift the lever then move it backwards to select this mode, then use the steering
mounted control paddles to change gear.

Gear lever
+. Change up paddle to the right of the steering wheel.)
Press the back of the "+"
steering mounted paddle to change up a gear. -.
Change down paddle to the left of the steering wheel.)
Press the back of the "-"
steering mounted paddle to change down a gear.


Steering mounted control paddles


The steering mounted paddles cannot
be used to select neutral or to engage or disengage reverse gear.

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Horn
)Press the central part of the multifunction steering wheel.
Audible warning system to alert other road
users to an imminent dan
ger.
Use the horn moderately and only in the following circumstances:


- immediate danger,

- approaching a location lackingvisibility.









Emergency or
assistance call
This system allows you to make an emergencyor assistance call to the emergency services or
to the dedicated PEUGEOT ser vice.
For more information on the use of this
function, refer to the "Audio and telematics"
section.

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Electronic Stability Programme incorporatingthe following systems:


- the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),

- the emergency braking assistance,

- the anti-slip regulation (ASR) or tractioncontrol,

- the d
ynamic stability control (DSC).






























Electronic stability programme (ESP)
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 provides 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 stopping distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an increase in the effectiveness of the braking.

Anti-slip 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 path followed 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 required path, within the limits of the laws
of physics.

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Snow driving assistance
(Intelligent Traction Control)
Your vehicle has a system to help driving onsnow: Intelligent Traction Control.This automatic system continuously checksfor situations of difficult surface adhesion thatcould make it difficult to move off or makeprogress on deep fresh snow or compactedsnow.
In these situations, Intelligent Traction
Controllimits the amount of wheel slip toprovide the best traction and trajectory control.
In extremely severe conditions (deep snow,mud…), it can be useful to temporarily deactivate the dynamic stability control andwheel anti-slip
systems to allow a degree of
wheel spin and so recover grip.
It is recommended that the system be reactivated as soon as possible.
Snow tyres are strongly recommended on sur faces offering low levels of adhesion.


Operation


Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution
(EBFD)
In emergency braking, press very firmly without releasing the pressure.

When changing wheels (tyres and rims),make sure that these are approved for your vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake pedal. When this warnin
g lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, it indicates that
there is a fault with the ABS, which could cause loss of control of the vehicle whenbraking.
When this warnin
g lamp comes on, coupled with the STOPwarning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signaland a message, it indicates that
there is a fault with the electronic brake forcedistribution (EBFD), which could cause loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. In both cases, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Dynamic stability control(DSC)

Activation
This system is activated automatically eachtime the vehicle is started.
It comes into operation in the event of a grip or
trajectory problem.
This is indicated b
y flashing of thiswarning lamp in the instrument panel.

Deactivation

In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate
the DSC system, so that the wheels can move
freely and regain grip.
The DSC system offers exceptional safety in normal driving, but this should not encourage the driver to take extra risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of the system depends on obser vation of the manufacturer's recommendationsregarding the wheels (tyres and rims),the braking components, the electronic components and the PEUGEOT assembly and operation procedures.
After an impact, have the systemchecked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.



Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,accompanied by an audible signaland a message in the instrument panel screen, this indicates a fault
with the system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
Reactivation
The system is reactivated automatically eachtime the ignition is switched back on or from 30 mph (50 km/h).) Press the "ESP OFF"
button again to reactivate it manually.

)
Press the "ESP OFF"
button.
This warnin
g lamp and the indicator
lamp in the button come on: the
D
SC system no longer acts on theoperation of the engine.

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Airbags


System designed to maximise the safety of the
occupants (with the exception of the rear centrepassenger) in the event of violent collisions.
It supplements the action of the force-limitingseat belts (with the exception of the rear centrepassenger).
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts sustained in the impact detection zones:


- in the case of a serious impact, the airbagsare deployed instantly and protect the
occupants of the vehicle (with the exception
of the rear centre passenger); immediatelyafter the impact, the airbags deflate rapidlyso that they do not hinder visibility or theexit of the occupants,

- in the case of a minor or rear impact or incer tain roll-over conditions, the airbags
will not be deployed; the seat belt alone is sufficient to provide optimum protection in
th
ese situations.
The airbags do not operate when the ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during thesame or a subsequent accident), the airbag will not be deployed again.
Deployment of the airbag(s) is accompanied by a slight emission of harmless smoke and a noise, due to theactivation of the pyrotechnic cartridgeincorporated in the system.This smoke is not harmful, but sensitiveindividuals may experience slight irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing for a shor t time.

Impact detection zones
A.
Front impact zone.B.
Side impact zone.
Front airbags


Deployment

The airbags are deployed simultaneously,
unless the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated, in the event of a serious front
impact to all or par t of the front impact zone
A,in the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the front to
th
e rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the thorax
and head of the front occupant of the vehicle
and the steerin
g wheel, driver's side, and the
dashboard, passenger's side to cushion their forward movement.
System which protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a serious front impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and
thorax.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag isfitted in the dashboard above the glove box.