2012 Peugeot 508 RXH maintenance

This personal space offers advice and other useful information for
the care and maintenance of your vehicle.

You can find your user guide on thePEUGEOTwebsite, under the
heading "Personal space".
Referring to the user guide on-line also gives you access to thelatest information available, easily identified by the bookmarks,
associated with this pictogram:
If the heading "Personal space" is not available on the public websitefor your country, you can find your user guide at the following address:http://public.servicebox.peugeot.com

the link in "Private customer access",
the language,
the model,
the edition date appropriate for the date of registration of your vehicle.
Please note the following point:
The fitting of electrical equipment or accessories which are not recommended by PEUGEOT may result in a failure of your vehicle's electronic system. Please note this specific warning.It is advisable to contact a PEUGEOT dealer to be shown the recommended equipment and accessories.
Select:
You will find your user guide, presented in the same way as the paper version.

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Hybrid system
Limit the causes of excess
consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; placethe heaviest items in the bottom of the boot,as close as possible to the rear seats.Limit the loads carried in the vehicle andreduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack,bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in preference.Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.


At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.


Observe the recommendations
on maintenance


Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label in the door aper ture, driver's side. Carry out this check in par ticular:


- before a long journey,

- at each change of season,

- after a long period out of use.



Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter...) and obser ve the schedule of operations recommended by the
manufacturer.


When refuelling, do not continue after the 3rd
cut-off of the nozzle to avoid any overflow.

At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is onlyafter the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down to a consistent average.

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Comfort
In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance guidelines below: ) If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the sunfor a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compar tment for a few minutes. Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in the passenger compartment.)
To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as wellas the air extractor located in the boot. )
Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation maycause misting of the windows and side windows.)
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation of the automatic air conditioning system.)
Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep itin good working order. )
Ensure that the passenger compar tment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section). We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its second special active filter, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compar tment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).)
The air conditioning uses power from the engine while operating. This results in anincrease in the vehicle's fuel consumption. When towing at or near maximum capacity or on steep slopes in high ambient temperatures,switching off the air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing capacity. Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under thevehicle when stationary, which is perfectly normal.)
To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to haveit checked regularly.)
If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning


The air conditioning system does notcontain chlorine and does not present any danger to the ozone layer.

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Practical information
The fitting of electrical equipmentor accessories which are notrecommended by PEUGEOT may result in a failure of your vehicle's electronic system and excessive electricalconsumption.Please note this precaution. You are advised to contact a PEUGEOT representative to be shown the rangeof recommended equipment andaccessories.



Installation of radio communication transmitters

Before installing any after-market radio communication transmitter, you can contact a PEUGEOT dealer for the specification of transmitters which canbe fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the VehicleElectromagnetic Compatibility Directive(2004/10 4/EC).


Depending on the legislation in force in the country, it may be compulsoryto have a high visibility safety vest, warning triangle and spare bulbs and fuses available in the vehicle. You can also obtain products
for cleaning and
maintenance (exterior and interior) and topping up fluids (screenwash, ...), as well as refills(cartridge for temporary tyre repair kit...) fromPEUGEOT dealers.



"Multimedia":

audio systems, portable navigation system,
Ta k a r a / S o ny por table video screen, Bluetoothsystem, speakers, DVD player, Wi-Fi, speed camera aler t, video suppor t, microwave unit...

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Checks






Checks
12 V battery

The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean
and correctly tightened, particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer to the "Practical information" section for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery and following its reconnection.

Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the replacement inter vals
for these components.
Dependin
g on the environment(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the use of the
vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace them twiceas often if necessary (refer to the "Engines"section).
A clogged passenger compar tment filter mayhave an adverse effect on the per formanceof the air conditioning system and generate undesirable odours.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter

Replace the oil filter each time theengine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the replacement inter val
for this component.
Oil filter The presence of this label, in particular with
the Stop & Star t system, indicates the use of a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with special
technology and specification, for which theinvolvement of a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop is required when replacing
or disconnecting the battery.Failure to obser ve this recommendation may
shor ten the life of the battery.
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the ser vicing booklet and according to your engine.

Other wise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.





Before doing anything under the bonnet,switch off the ignition (Ready
lamp off) to avoid any risk of injury resulting fromautomatic operation of the engine.

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Checks





6-speed electronic gear
control gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking interval for
this component.
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It may be necessary to have the condition of the brakes checked, evenbetween vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
th
e brake fluid level indicates that the brakepads are worn.
Brake pads
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
The star t of saturation of the par ticle
filter is indicated by the temporary
illumination of this warning lamp
accompanied by a message in the
multi-function screen.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp goes off.If the warning lamp stays on, thisindicates a low additive level.
On a new vehicle, the first par ticle filter regeneration operations may beaccompanied by a "burning" smell,which is perfectly normal.Following prolonged operation of thevehicle at very low speed or at idle,you may, in exceptional circumstances, notice the emission of water vapour atthe exhaust on acceleration. This does not affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the environment.

The 100 % electric mode is not
available during regeneration of thepar ticle emissions filter.

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Alphabetical index
Labels, identification.....................................228Lamps, warning and indicator.............r46,50, 51LED daytime running lamps..........................144
Level, brake fluid ...........................................218Level, headlamp wash.......................... 152, 219Level, power steering fluid............................218Levels and checks..................................217-220Lighting, guide-me home......................145, 146Lighting, interior....................................r155,156Lighting bulbs (replacement)........190,194, 196Lighting control stalk.............................141,145Lighting on reminder.....................................r143Loading....................................................37, 211Load reduction mode....................................203Load space cover..........................................r100Locating your vehicle......................................70Long objects, transpor ting..............................97Luggage retaining strap..................................98
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Main beam .....................................141, 190-193Maintenance....................................................37Map reading lamps.......................................155Markings, identification.................................228Massage function...........................................89Mat..................................................................96Mini fuel level ..................................................83Mirror, rear view..............................................94Mirrors, door..............................................r92, 93Motorised boot..........................................79, 80Motorway function (direction indicators).......167Mountings for ISOFIX seats .........................163Music media players .....................................270
Navigation.............................................239, 240Number plate lamps......................................196
Oil filter..........................................................r221Oil level....................................................61, 218Opening the boot................................65, 67, 78Opening the doors..........................................65Opening the panoramic sunroof blind............82Operation indicator lamps............46,48, 50,53
Radio.....................................................267, 268Ready..............................................................29Ready lamp...............................................29, 83Rear foglamp .................................................194Rear screen (demisting)..........................92, 116Recharging the battery .................................201Reduction of electrical load ..........................203Regeneration of the particleemissions filter............................................r222Reinitialising the remote control...............71, 72Remote control.............................65, 66,68, 73Removable screen (snow shield) ..................209Removing a wheel ........................................186Removing the mat...........................................96Repair kit, puncture.......................................179Replacing bulbs ............................190, 194, 196Replacing fuses............................................197Replacing the air filter...................................r221Replacing the oil filter...................................r221Replacing the passenger compartment filter......................................r221Replacing wiper blades .........................154, 205Reset history.............................................39, 63Resetting the service indicator.......................r60Reversing lamp.............................................194Roof bars.......................................................211Roof blind........................................................82Routine checks.....................................221-223Running out of fuel (Diesel)..........................216
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Paint colour code ..........................................228Panoramic glass sunroof................................f82Parking brake ................................121, 222, 223Parking brake, electric .................................. 118Parking lamps...............................................145Parking sensors, front...................................138Parking sensors, rear....................................r137Parking space sensor ..................................139Particle emission filter.........................r220,222Passenger compartment filter......................r221Peugeot Connect ASSISTANCE..................230Peugeot Connect Navigation (RT6) ..............233Peugeot Connect SOS .................................230Port, USB........................................................97Power..............................................................r32Priming the fuel system................................216Programmable heating (Webasto)................117Protecting children .........157,161,163-165, 175Puncture ........................................................179
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Safety for children .................................161, 166
Screen, colour and mapping .................237,278
Screen, instrument panel ..........................46, 62
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Visual search
Maintenance - Technical data
Identification markings 228 Dimensions 227

Running out of fuel, Diesel 216
Checking levels 218-220- oil - brake fluid - power steering fluid - coolant- screenwash/headlamp wash fluid Checking components 221-223- 12 V battery - air filter - passenger compartment filter - oil filter - electric parking brake- brake pads/discs

Changing bulbs 190 -196- front- rear


Opening the bonnet 215 Under the bonnet, Diesel 217 Electric motor, Battery 224 Diesel engine 225


12V bat tery 201-203
Load reduction, economy mode 203, 204
Engine compar tment fuses 197, 200
Diesel weights 226
High voltage cables 41, 43