2013 Peugeot 508 RXH traction control

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Instruments and controls
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations


Dynamic stability control(DSC/ASR)
flashing. The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. Unless it has been deactivated(button pressed and its indicator lamp
on) the DSC/ASR system has a fault.Have it checked b
y a PEUGEOT or a qualified
workshop.
Engine autodiagnosis system
flashing.The engine management system hasa fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
fixed.The emission control system has afault. The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop without delay.


Low fuel levelfixed with the needle
in the red zone. When it first comes on there remainsapproximately 7 litresof fuel in the
tank.
At this point, you begin to use the fuel reserve.Refuel as soon as possible to avoid runnin
g out of
fuel.This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is made.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as
this could damage the emission control and injectionsystems.


Anti-lockBraking System(ABS)
fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without
dela
y.

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Safety
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 traction control,
- the d
ynamic stability control (DSC).






























Electronic stability programme (ESC)


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 stoppingdistance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by areduction 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 pathfollowed 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
o
f physics.

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Safety
Snow driving assistance
(Intelligent Traction Control)
Your vehicle has a system to help driving on snow: Intelligent Traction Control. This automatic system continuously checks for situations of difficult surface adhesion thatcould make it difficult to move off or makeprogress on deep fresh snow or compacted snow.
In these situations, Intelligent Traction
Controllimits the amount of wheel slip to provide the best traction and trajectory control.
In extremely severe conditions (deep snow,mud…), it can be useful to temporarilydeactivate 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 t
yres 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 makeitself 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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Alphabetical index
Filling with fuel..........................................89,91Fitting a wheel ...............................................191Fitting roof bars .............................................217Fittings, boot ................................................. 104
Flashing indicators ................................ 150, 172Flat bed lorry or trailer............................r48,214Foglamps, rear......................................r148, 200Folding the rear seats.....................................96Front foglamps..............................................148Front seats ................................................92, 93Fuel............................................................40,91Fuel consumption ......................................40,42Fuel consumption figures ............................... 42Fuel filler cap...................................................89Fuel filler flap...................................................89Fuel gauge......................................................89Fuel tank..........................................................89Fusebox, dashboard.....................................203Fuses.............................................................203
G.P.S. ............................................................248Gearbox, electronic gear control ..........130, 228Gear lever, electronic gear control gearbox.......................................................130Ground clearance...................................31, 233Guidance...............................................246,253Guide-me-home............................................151
Identification plates.......................................234Ignition.............................................................27Ignition on........................................................27Indicator lamps, status..............................52,57Indicators, direction......................................172Inflating accessories (using the kit)..............184Inflating tyres ..................................................40Instrument panel.............................................49Instrument panels...........................................50Instrument panel screen.................................50Instruments and controls................................12Intelligent Traction Control............................175Interior fittings ...............................................101Interior mood lighting ....................................161ISOFIX...........................................................169ISOFIX child seats .................................168-170ISOFIX mountings.........................................168
Jack ...............................................................190JBL (audio system)....................................9, 237
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Electronic engine immobiliser...................r27,79Emergency boot release .................................87Emergency call.....................................173, 236Emergency warning lamps ...................107, 172Energy economy mode .................................210Engine, Diesel.................91, 222, 223,231, 232Engine compartment...............................46,223Engine compar tment fusebox.......................203Engine oil level indicator.........................r65, 224Engines .................................................230-232Environment ..........................................5,40,78
Halogen headlamps ..............................196,198Hands-free kit................................................262Hazard warning lamps..........................107,172Head-up display............................135, 138,140Headlamp adjustment...................................154Headlamps, directional.........................155,196Headlamp wash ............................................157Headlamp wash reser voir.............................r225Head restraints, front......................................94Head restraints, rear.......................................r96Heated seats ...................................................94Heating............................................40, 118,121Height and reach adjustment, steering wheel............................................100High load retaining net..................................108High voltage ..............43-45,105, 179, 209, 221High voltage cable ..........................................44Hill start assist ...............................................134History .......................................................42, 67Hybrid .....................................4,22,29, 33,207Hybrid flow............................................4,22, 33Hybrid selector................................................r29Hybrid system..............................4, 22,23,243
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Keeping children safe ........... 162,169,170, 180Key...........................................70-72,74, 77, 79Key, electronic...............................28, 70-74, 77Keyless Entry and Starting.................71,72, 79Key not recognised.........................................28Key with remote control..................................27
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