2014.5 PEUGEOT 4008 parking brake

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Stopping - Starting on a slope
It is essential to use the parking brake to
hold the vehicle on a slope and not the
accelerator pedal.
When starting on a slope, accelerate gradually
while releasing the parking brake.
Manual mode
F Select position +/-.
F us e the steering mounted controls or the
gear lever to change gear.
th

e gears engaged appear in succession in the
instrument panel screen.
th

e gear change instructions are only carried
out if the engine speed permits it.
You can change gear without taking your foot
off the accelerator pedal.
When decelerating, the gearbox changes down
automatically.
With the vehicle stationary, first gear is
engaged.
Automated mode
F Select position D .
"D" appears in the instrument panel screen.
th

e gearbox operates in auto-active mode,
without any action on the part of the driver.
It continuously selects the gear most suited to
the conditions of:
-

d
riving style,
-
r

oad characteristics,
-

v
ehicle load.
to o

ptimise driving comfort and obtain the most
suitable gear, avoid sharp variations in the
pressure on the accelerator pedal.
For the best acceleration, when
overtaking another vehicle, for example,
press firmly on the accelerator going
beyond the point of resistance.
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Manual gear changing
In the automated mode, you can take over
control temporarily at any time using the
steering mounted controls.
th
e use of these controls permits manual
selection of the gears in situations which
require a faster change down than that offered
in automated mode (arrival at a roundabout,
exit from a car park with a steep gradient,
over taking...).
th

e gearbox engages the gear requested if
the engine speed permits it.
t
he
gear engaged
appears.
to r

eturn to the automated mode, do one of the
following:
-

p
ress the back of the "+/OFF" steering
mounted control 3 for approximately
2


seconds,
-

m
ove the gear lever quickly towards
position +/- and then return it to position D ,
-

s
top the vehicle.
Stopping the vehicle Operating fault
With the ignition on, if the message
"Slow
down" or "Service required" appears
in the instrument panel screen, this indicates a
gearbox malfunction.
When a message is displayed, carry out the
following operations:
-

s
low down and stop your vehicle in a safe
place,
-

p
lace the lever in position P and let the
engine run,
-

o
pen the bonnet to allow the engine to
cool.
If the message disappears for a long period,
you can set off again.
If the message remains displayed or appears
frequently, contact a P
e

uge
Ot
dealer or a
qualified workshop without delay.
Before switching off the engine, you must place
the gear lever in position P
.
You must apply the parking brake to immobilise
the vehicle.
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Emergency release
If the battery is discharged or if the gear lever
locking mechanism is damaged, it is possible
for the gear lever to be locked in position P,
even when you press the brake pedal firmly. However, if you have to move the vehicle,
release the gear lever using the following
procedure:
F

A
pply the parking brake.
F

S
witch off the engine if necessary.
F

R
emove the cap A, using a flat screwdriver
covered with a cloth.
F

P
ress the brake pedal firmly.
F

P
ut the ignition switch into position ACC
(ACC mode, if you vehicle has the Keyless
en

try and Starting system).
F

I
nsert the screwdriver into the aperture.
F

W
hile pushing the screwdriver downwards,
move the gear lever to position N .
You must contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked
.
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Hill start assist
System which keeps your vehicle immobilised
temporarily (approximately 2 seconds) when
starting on a gradient, the time it takes to
move your foot from the brake pedal to the
accelerator pedal.
th
is function is only active when:
-

t
he vehicle is completely stationary, with
your foot on the brake pedal,
-

w
hen certain conditions of gradient are
met,
-

w
ith the driver’s door closed.
th

e hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated.
On an ascending slope, with the vehicle
stationar y, the vehicle is held for a brief
moment when you release the brake pedal:
-

i
f you are in first gear or neutral with a
manual gearbox,
-

i
f you are in position D with the CV
t

gearbox.Operation
On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationary and reverse gear engaged, the
vehicle is held for a brief moment when you
release the brake pedal.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle while
the engine is running, apply the parking
brake.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the system, this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by a message
in the instrument panel screen. Contact a
P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop to
have the system checked.
When the engine is not running,
including periods on standby with
the Stop & Start (AS&
g) s

ystem, the
function is not operative.
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After repairing the tyre, the speed
restriction sticker should be affixed to
the centre of vehicle's steering wheel to
remind you that this wheel must only be
used temporarily.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.
Repair procedure
F Stop the vehicle in as safe a location as possible and on a level and stable sur face.


e
n
sure that the tyre valve is not at the
bottom of the wheel, in contact with
the


ground.
F

A
pply the parking brake.
F

P
lace the gear lever in position R for
vehicle with a manual gearbox, or in
position P for vehicles fitted with a CV
t


gearbox.
F

S
witch off the ignition.
2.
S

ealant cartridge for the temporary repair
of a tyre.
3.
R

eplacement valve core.
4.
V

alve core removal/fitting tool.
5.
I

njection end-piece.
6.
Spe

ed limit sticker. F

R
emove the valve cap for the tyre to be
repaired and keep it in a clean place.
At temperatures below 0°C, the
sealant product may thicken. Warm
the cartridge inside the vehicle before
using it.
F
t
u
rn the valve core tool round, insert it in the
valve and unscrew and remove the valve core.
K

eep the valve core in a clean place.
F

I
nsert the tyre valve core tool into the valve
and press on the tool to exhaust all of the
air from the tyre.
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Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: if possible, park the vehicle
on level, stable and non-slippery
ground.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear to lock
the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use a stand.
List of operations
F If your vehicle is equipped with security wheel bolts (equipment available as an
accessory) fit the security socket 5 on the
wheelbrace 1 to slacken the security bolt.
F

S
lacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
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For more information on snow chains,
contact a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when
braking.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of
your vehicle.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50 km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
th

e snow chains must be fitted only
to the front wheels.
th
ey must never
be fitted to "space-saver" type spare
wheels.
ta

ke account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running speed
authorised.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and
the road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.us e only chains designed for fitment to the type
of road wheels on your vehicle:
Original equipment tyre size Maximum link size
215/ 70 R16 12 mm
225/55 R18
It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face.
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Dashboard fuses
the fuses are located in the lower dashboard
behind the glove box.
Access to the fuses
F Open the glove box.
F P ush the two opening guides towards the
middle to by-pass the first catch.
F

H
old the glove box lid and tilt it downwards. Fuse N°
Rating Functions
1* 30 ACabin fan.
2 15 ABrake lamps, third brake lamp.
3 10 ARear foglamp.
4 30 AWindscreen wiper, screenwash.
6 20 ACentral locking, electric door mirrors.
7 15 AAudio equipment, telematics, u
S
B unit, Bluetooth system.
8 7. 5 ARemote control key, air conditioning control unit, instrument
panel, electric windows, rain and sunshine sensors, alarm,
switch panel, steering mounted controls.
9 15 AInstrument panel and cabin lighting.
10 15 AHazard warning lamps
11 15 ARear wiper.
12 7. 5 AInstrument panel, multifunction screen, parking sensors,
heated seats, heated rear screen, electric blind, automatic
headlamp adjustment.
13 15 ACigarette lighter, accessory socket.
15 20 A
ele

ctric blind.
16 10 ADoor mirrors, audio equipment.
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