2013 Peugeot 508 RXH check engine

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On vehicle fitted with HDi engines, the fuelsystem must be primed if you run out of fuel; refer to the corresponding engine compar tment
view.











Running out of fuel (Diesel)


If the tank on your vehicle is fitted witha misfuel prevention device, refer to the "Misfuel prevention (Diesel)" section.
)
Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of
Diesel.) Open the bonnet.)
If necessary, unclip the style cover for
access to the priming pump. ) Slacken the bleed screw. )
Squeeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until fuel appears in the
transparent pipe.) Tighten the bleed screw.)
Operate the star ter until the engine starts(if the engine fails to star t at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
tr
ying again). ) If the engine fails to star t after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again,
then the starter.) Put the style cover back in position and clip it in place, ensuring that it has clipped correctly. )
Close the bonnet.

2 litre HDi engine


If the engine does not star t first time, don't keep trying. Start the procedureagain from the beginning.







Before doing anything under the bonnet,switch off the ignition (Readylamp off) to avoid any risk of injury resulting from automatic operation of the engine.

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The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.














Diesel engine
1.
Power steering reservoir.2.Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.3.Coolant reservoir.4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
5. Battery / Fuses.
6.Fusebox.7. Air filter.8.Engine oil dipstick.9.
Engine oil filler cap.10.Priming pump.11.
Bleed screw.






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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Checking levels






Before doing anything under the bonnet,
switch off the ignition (Readylamp off) to avoid any risk of injury resulting from automatic operation of the engine.
Oil level

The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Engine oil change
Refer to the ser vicing and warranty booklet for
details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliabilit
y of the engineand emission control system, the use of additives in the engine oil is prohibited.


Oil specifi cation

The oil must be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.

Th
e brake fluid level should be closeto the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level

Changing the fl uid

Refer to the ser vicing and warranty booklet for
details of the inter val for this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT3 or DOT4 standard.

Power steering fluid level

The power steering fluid level should be close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to check the level. If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the ser vicing booklet and the requirements of the warranties. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
Ta k e c a r e w h e n w o r k i ng under the bonnet, as
cer tain areas of the engine may be extremelyhot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan couldstart at any time (even with the ignition off).

It will only be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between two ser vices
(or oil changes). PEUGEOT recommends that youcheck the level, and top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
After topping up the oil, the check when switching on
the ignition with the oil level indicator in the instrument
panel is not valid during the 30 minutes after topping up.

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Coolant level
The coolant level should be close
to the "MAX" mark but should never exceed it.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour a
fter switching off theengine before carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
b
y two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and
top up t
he level.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.


Fluid specifi cation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up with or
replaced with plain water.
Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fitted with headlamp washers, the low fluid levelis indicated by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen. When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan. This can
operate with the ignition off.
On vehicles which are fitted with a par ticle
emission filter, the fan may operate after the vehicle has been switched off, even if the engine is cold.
Top up the reser voir when you next stop the
vehicle.

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Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or fluids with the skin. Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids intosewers or onto the ground. Take used oil to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop (France) or to an authorised waste disposal site.








Used products
To p p i ng up
This additive must be topped up by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
w
ithout delay.
Diesel additive level
(Diesel engine with particle
emission filter)
A low additive level is indicated by illumination
of the ser vice warning lamp, accompanied by an audible warning and a message in the
instrument panel screen.

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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.
Refer to the servicing and
warranty booklet for details of the replacement intervals for thesecomponents.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing and
warranty booklet for details of
the replacement interval for thiscomponent.
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. The involvement
of a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshopis essential when replacing or disconnecting
the battery.
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the ser vicing and warranty 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.
When carrying out work on the battery, re
fer
to the "12 V battery" section for details of the precautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.


Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g. citydriving), replace them twice as often if necessar y.y A clogged passenger compartment filter may have
an adverse effect on the per formance of the air
conditioning system and generate undesirable odours.

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Alphabetical index
ABS ...............................................................174Accessories ............................................27,218Accessory position.......................................... 27Accessory socket, 12 volt.............................101Adaptive lighting..............................................51Adjusting headlamps....................................154Adjusting head restraints................................94Adjusting seat belt height ..............................178Adjusting the steering wheel.........................100Airbags ............................................................60Airbags, cur tain .....................................182, 183Airbags, front......................................... 180, 183Airbags, lateral......................................182, 183Air conditioning...............................................40Air conditioning,
digital...................................111, 112,115, 120Air conditioning, manual ...............................111Air conditioning, quad-zone ..........115,118, 120Air filter..........................................................r227Air flow............................................................ 40Air vents ........................................................ 110Alarm...............................................................80Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................174Anti-theft..........................................................27Armrest..........................................................101Armrest, rear.................................................r102ASR ...............................................................174Assistance, emergency braking...................174Assistance call ......................................173, 236Audible warning ............................................ 173Audio streaming (Bluetooth)..................................................279Automatic illumination
of headlamps.......................................147,151Automatic operation
of hazard warning lamps............................172Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ..............................156,158
Capacity, fuel tank..........................................89Central locking................................................74Changing a bulb...........................196,200, 202Changing a fuse ............................................203Changing a wheel.........................................190Changing a wiper blade........................159, 211Changing the date ...........................................69Changing the remote control battery ........77,78Changing the time...........................................69Checking levels.....................................224-226Checking the engine oil level..........................65Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)........184Checks..........................................223, 227-229Children.........................................166,169,170Child seats ...........................................162, 167Child seats, conventional ......................165, 166Closing the boot ..............................................84Closing the doors............................................74Cold climate screen......................................217Connectors, audio.........................................103Coolant level...........................................61,225
A
C
Coolant temperature indicator........................r61Courtesy lamps .............................................160Cruise control........................................ 137, 140Cup holder.....................................................r101
Backup starting .............................................208Backup switching off.......................................f28Battery.............4, 22, 43-45, 105, 207-209, 227Battery, charging...................................207,209Battery, remote control..............................77-79Bluetooth (hands-free)..................................262Bluetooth (telephone)....................................262Boot...........................................................84-86Boot (opening).................................................73Brake discs ...........................................228, 229Brake lamps ..................................................200Brake pads ........................................... 228, 229Brakes..................................................228, 229
B
Date (setting)...................................................69Daytime running lamps .........149, 196,197, 199Deactivating ESP .......................................... 176Deactivating the passenger airbag...............180Deadlocking....................................................75Defrosting................................................98, 120Diesel..................................................35,39, 52Diesel additive level......................................226Diesel engine pre-heat warning lamp .............52Dimensions...................................................233Dipped beam ............................51, 146,196-198Dipstick....................................................65, 224Directional lighting........................................155Direction indicators.......150,172, 196,199,200Driving positions (memorising).......................93Dynamic emergency braking........................123Dynamic stability control(DSC)......................................54, 58, 174, 176
D
EBA (Emergency braking assistance)..........174EBFD.............................................................174Eco-driving.....................................................40Economical driving .........................................40Economy mode .............................................210Eco off.............................................................f39Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) ... 174
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Visual search
Maintenance - Technical data
Dimensions 233


Running out of fuel, Diesel 222
Checking levels 224-226 - oil - brake fluid - power steering fluid- coolant - screenwash/headlamp wash fluid Checking components 227-229 - 12 V battery- air filter - passenger compartment filter - oil filter - electric parking brake- brake pads / discs

Changing bulbs 196 -202 - front - rear


Opening the bonnet 221 Under the bonnet 223 Electric motor, Battery 230 Diesel engine 231


12V battery 207-209
Load reduction, economy mode 210
Engine compar tment fuses 203, 206
Weights 232

High voltage cables 44, 46