2012 Peugeot Boxer ignition

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Instruments and controls
WARNING LAMPS

Every time the engine is started: a series of warning lamps comes on, applying a self-checking test. They go off almost
immediately. When the engine is running: a warning lamp becomes a warning sign if it remains on continuously or flashes. This
initial warning may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen. "Do not ignore these warnings."

Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action


Service on temporarily. minor faults. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
continuously on,
accompanied by
a message on
the screen. major faults. Make a note of the warning message and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.

Parking brake -
Brake fluid level on. that the parking brake is applied or
has not been released correctly. Releasing the parking brake switches off the warning lamp.
on. that the fluid level is too low. Top up with a fluid recommended by PEUGEOT.
continuously on,
even though the
level is correct.


Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition and
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
+ Electronic brake
force distribution on. an electronic brake force
distribution fault. Stop immediately. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.


Low coolant
level on. that the fluid level is too low. Park and switch off the ignition. Allow to cool. Refer to
the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a PEUGEOT
dealer.

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Instruments and controls


Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action


Coolant
temperature on with the
needle in the red
zone. an abnormal increase. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the system to cool.
Visually check the level.
on H in the red
zone. a coolant temperature. Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a
PEUGEOT dealer.

Engine oil
pressure on while driving. that the pressure is too low. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the lubrication
system to cool in order to check its level. Refer to the
"Levels" section of chapter 7.
continuously on,
even though the
level is correct. a major fault. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
flashing, for a
few seconds,
with a message
on the screen. that a service will soon be due. Refer to the list of checks in the servicing booklet then
carry out the PEUGEOT service.

Battery charge on. a malfunction of the charging
system. Check the battery terminals… Refer to the "Battery"
section of chapter 8.
continuously on,
fi xed or fl ashing in
spite of the checks. a circuit fault, an ignition or
injection malfunction. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.


Door or bonnet
open detection on. that a door or the bonnet is not
closed correctly. Check that the cab doors, the rear and side doors and
the bonnet are closed.

Instruments and controls


Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action


ESP flashing. that it is in operation.



on. its malfunction or failure of the
hill start assist.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Driving safety" section of chapter 5.
a fault with the Intelligent
Traction Control.

Anti-pollution on. the regeneration of the particle
emissions filter. It is recommended that you leave the engine running
until the warning lamp goes off so that regeneration can
be completed. Section 7, "Checks".

Emission control
system on. a fault with the system. Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
without delay.


Deactivation
of the front
passenger
airbag on. the intentional deactivation of
this airbag when a rear facing
child seat is installed. Configure via the trip computer MODE menu. Refer to
the "Mode" section of chapter 4.

Electronic
immobiliser on. the ignition key inserted is not
recognised.
The vehicle cannot be started. Use another key and have the faulty key checked by
a PEUGEOT dealer. Refer to the "Access" section of
chapter 2.

Front brake
pads on. brake pad wear. Have the pads replaced by a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Instruments and controls


FUEL GAUGE

The fuel level is tested each time the key is
turned to the "running" position.
The gauge is positioned on:


- F (Full):
the fuel tank is full,
approximately 90 litres.

- E (Empty):
the reserve is now being
used, the warning lamp comes on
continuously.
The reserve when the warning first comes
on is approximately 11 litres.
Fuel tanks of different capacities (60 and
125 litres) are available as an option.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE

The needle is positioned between C (Cold)
and H (Hot):
normal operation.
In arduous conditions of use or hot climatic
conditions, the needle may move close to
the red graduations.
- wait for the engine to cool down in
order to check the level and top it up if
necessary. Follow this advice:
the cooling system is pressurised. In
order to avoid any risk of scalding,
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow
the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, check the
level and remove the cap to top up.
If the needle remains in the red zone,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Levels" section of
chapter 7.
Refer to the "Fuel" section of chapter 7.
What you should do if the needle enters
the red zone, or if the warning

lamp

comes on:


- stop immediately, switch off the ignition. The
fan may continue to operate for a certain time
up to approximately 10 minutes.
EMISSION CONTROL

EOBD (European On Board Diagnosis) is
a diagnostics system which complies with,
among others, the standards concerning
authorised emissions of:


- CO (carbon monoxide),

- HC (unburnt hydrocarbons),

- NOx (nitrogen oxides) or particles,
detected by oxygen sensors placed
upstream and downstream of the
catalytic converters.
Therefore, the driver is warned of any
malfunction of this emission control
system by the lighting of this specifi c
warning lamp on the instrument panel.
There is a risk of damage to the catalytic
converter. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer.

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SERVICE INDICATOR
For a few seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the spanner symbolising the
service indicator comes on: the screen
informs you when the next service is due,
in accordance with the manufacturer's
servicing schedule indicated in the servicing
booklet. This information is determined in
relation to the distance travelled since the
previous service.
LIGHTING RHEOSTAT
The rheostat is active when the lighting is on. After a few seconds, the display returns to
its usual functions.
Use these controls to adjust the
brightness of the instrument panel.
There are 8 levels. A long press returns you to the main menu.
Refer to "Mode" section of chapter 4.


Deterioration of the engine oil


Refer to the list of checks in the
servicing booklet which was given to
you on handover of the vehicle.
Reminder of servicing information
At any time, to access the service indicator,
press briefly on the MODE button.
Use the up/down arrows to see the
scheduling and engine oil wear information.
Pressing the MODE button again allows you
to return to the various display menus.
Menu...
Choose...
Allows you
to...

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Service Service
(miles/km
before oil
change) Display the
distance
remaining
before the
next oil
change.
Oil Display the
oil level.
Resetting to zero
The stopping of the permanent flashing of
the indicator is carried out by an repairer
equipped with a diagnostic tool.

This 2 nd warning lamp, coupled with
the 1 st , comes on in the instrument
panel when the oil has not been
changed and the deterioration of the
oil has reached another threshold. To
avoid the risk of damage, have the oil
changed without waiting for this level. The warning lamp fl ashing and,
if your vehicle has the function, a
message displayed at every engine
start: the system has detected
deterioration of the engine oil. Have
the oil changed as soon as possible. For 3.0 litre HDi engines, the engine speed
is restricted to 3 000 rpm, then 1 500 rpm
until the oil change is done. Have the engine
oil changed to avoid any risk of damage.

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Starting and stopping
STARTING AND STOPPING


MAR
position: running.
Certain accessories can be used.

AV V
position: starter.
The starter is operated.

STOP
position: steering lock.
The ignition is off.


Good practice when starting


Engine immobiliser warning lamp
If this comes on, use another key
and have the faulty key checked
by a PEUGEOT dealer.

Diesel pre-heating warning
lamp
Turn the key to the MAR
position.
In cold weather, wait for this
warning lamp to switch off then operate the
starter ( AV V
position) until the engine starts.
If the temperature is high enough, the
warning lamp comes on for less than
one second, you can start without waiting.


Door or bonnet open warning lamp

If this comes on, a door or the
bonnet is not closed correctly, check!

Good practice when stopping


Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine to idle for a few seconds to allow the
turbocharger to slow down.
Do not press the accelerator when switching
off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear after
parking the vehicle.



In low temperatures
In mountainous and/or cold areas, it is
advisable to use a "winter" type fuel suited
to low or minus temperatures.

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Steering mounted controls
AUTOMATIC ILLUMINATION OF HEADLAMPS
If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are
switched on automatically if the light is poor.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light. Therefore, the lamps
will not be switched on automatically. If
necessary, you must switch on the dipped
beam headlamps manually.
They are switched off when the light returns
to a sufficient level.
Activation
Turn the ring to this position.
The lamps are switched off
automatically when the ignition is
switched off. Do not cover the sunshine sensor at
the top centre of the windscreen.
GUIDE ME HOME LIGHTING


Ignition off or key in the STOP position.
Within 2 minutes after switching off the
engine, position the ignition key in the STOP
position or remove it.
Pull the lighting stalk towards the steering
wheel.
The indicator lamp comes on
on the instrument panel.
Each action on the lighting stalk,
pulled towards the steering
wheel, prolongs the guide me home
lighting by 30 seconds up to approximately
3 minutes. When this time has elapsed,
the lamps are switched off automatically.
Deactivate this control by keeping the stalk
pulled towards the steering wheel for more
than 2 seconds.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function:
when you leave your vehicle, the sidelamps
and dipped beam headlamps remain on for
the selected duration (when leaving a car
park for example).
To set the sensitivity of the sensor,
refer to "Mode" in chapter 4.

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Steering mounted controls

HEADLAMP BEAM

You are advised to adjust the height of
the headlamp beams in accordance with
the load in your vehicle.
This function works in the dipped and main
beam headlamps position.
Press these controls, located
on the dashboard, several times
in succession to adjust the
headlamps.
An indicator lamp on the screen
indicates the adjustment position
selected (0, 1, 2, 3).
SIDE/PARKING LAMPS

This system enables you to leave the
sidelamps on when parked; with the ignition
off, key in the STOP position or key removed.
Move the ring on the lighting stalk to position
O then to sidelamps, dipped or main beam
headlamps.

The warning

lamp

on
the instrument panel comes on.

The sidelamps will remain on
while you are parked.
Leaving the lighting on for long periods
may significantly reduce the charge of your
vehicle's battery.