2014 Peugeot 308 PEUGEOT 308 2014 Owners Manual

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 To make the operation easier, remove the adjustable boot floor,  unscrew the yellow central bolt,
With the JBL bass unit
 remove the bass unit disconnecting the electrical harness,  remove the polystyrene storage box.
Changing a wheel *
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
* Depending on destination country.

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The tools are stowed in the boot under the f l o o r. To gain access to them:  open the boot,  place the adjustable boot floor at an angle (refer to the "Fittings" section),  raise the floor,  secure it by hooking its cord on the hook on the rear parcel shelf support,  remove the polystyrene storage box,  unclip by pulling upwards then remove the box containing the tools.
Access to the tools
* Depending on destination country.
List of tools *
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle. Do not use them for other purposes. 1. Wheelbrace. For removing the wheel trim and removing the wheel bolts. 2. Jack with integral handle. For raising the vehicle.
3. Wheel bolt cover removal tool (depending on equipment). For removing the wheel bolt head finishers on alloy wheels. 4. Centre guide. For refitting an alloy wheel to the hub.
5. Socket for the security bolts (located in the glove box). For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts. 6. Two chocks to immobilise the vehicle (depending on equipment).

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Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel , detach the trim first using the wheelbrace 1 pulling at the valve passage hole. When refitting the wheel , refit the trim starting by placing its notch facing the valve and press around its edge with the palm of your hand.
Refer to the "Towing the vehicle" section.
Other accessory
7. Removable towing eye.

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Putting the wheel back in place
 Put the wheel back in its housing.  Unscrew the yellow central bolt by a few turns then put it in place in the centre of the wheel.  Tighten fully until the central bolt clicks to retain the wheel correctly.
Access to the spare wheel *
The spare wheel is installed in the boot under the floor. Depending on country, the spare wheel may be steel, alloy or of the "space-saver" type. To gain access to it, refer to the paragraph "Access to the tools" on the previous page.
Taking out the wheel
 Unscrew the yellow central bolt.  Raise the spare wheel towards you from the rear.  Take the wheel out of the boot.
* Depending on destination country.

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Tyre under-infl ation detection
The spare wheel (space-saver or steel rim) does not have a sensor. The punctured wheel must be repaired by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Removing a wheel
List of operations
 Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3 (according to equipment).  Fit the security socket 5 on the wheelbrace 1 to slacken the security bolt (if your vehicle has them).  Slacken the other bolts using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level, stable and non-slippery ground. Apply the parking brake unless it has been programmed to automatic mode, switch off the ignition and engage first gear * to lock the wheels. Check that the braking warning lamp and the P warning lamp on the parking brake control come on. If necessary, place a chock under the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed. The occupants must get out of the vehicle and wait where they are safe. Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle stand.
 Put the box back in place in the centre of the wheel and clip it.  Put the polystyrene storage box back in place.
* Position R for an electronic gearbox; P for an automatic gearbox.

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 Place the jack 2 in contact with one of the two front A or rear B locations provided on the underbody, whichever is closest to the wheel to be changed.
 Position the base plate of the jack on the ground and ensure that it is directly below the location A or B used.  Extend the jack until its head is in contact with A or B .  Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient space between the wheel and the ground to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel easily.
 Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place.  Remove the wheel.
Ensure that the jack is stable. If the ground is slippery or loose, the jack might slip and drop. Position the jack only at the locations Aor B . Ensure that the head of the jack is positioned centrally on the jacking
location. Otherwise there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and the jack may drop.

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Fitting a wheel
Fitting the "space-saver" spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, when tightening the bolts on fitting it is normal to notice that the washers do not come into contact with the "space-saver" spare wheel. The wheel is secured by the conical contact of each bolt.
After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in the boot correctly, first remove the central cover. When using the "space-saver" type
spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Have the tightening of the bolts and the pressure of the spare wheel checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without delay. Have the punctured wheel repaired and replace it on the vehicle as soon as possible.

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List of operations
 Put the wheel in place on the hub using the centre guide 4 .  Screw in the bolts by hand to the stop.  Using the wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security socket 5 , pre-tighten the security bolt (if your vehicle has them).  Pre-tighten the other bolts using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
 Lower the vehicle fully.  Fold the jack 2 and detach it.  Using the wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security socket 5 , tighten the security bolt (if your vehicle has them).  Tighten the other bolts using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.  Refit the bolt covers to each of the bolts (according to equipment).  Store the tools in the box.