2014 Peugeot 308 tow

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Contents
Direction indicators 139Hazard warning lamps 139H or n 13 9Tyre under-infl ation detection 140ESC system 142Grip control 145Front seat belts 147Airbags 150
Safety
Electric parking brake 154Hill start assist 158Head-up display 161Distance alert 163Speed limiter 166Cruise control 169Manual gearbox 172Gear shift indicator 173Electronic gearbox 174Automatic gearbox 179Stop & Start 183Parking sensors 186Reversing camera 188Parking space sensors 189
Driving
Emergency or assistance 249PEUGEOT Connect Media Navigation (NG4 3D) 253PEUGEOT Connect Navigation (RT6) 297PEUGEOT Connect Sound (RD5) 351
Audio equipment and telematics
Visual search
Alphabetical index
Bonnet
192Running out of fuel (Diesel) 193Petrol engines 194Diesel engines 195Checking levels 196Checks 19 9
Checks
Temporary puncture repair kit 201Changing a wheel 207Snow chains 215Changing a bulb 216Changing a fuse 22212 V battery 229Energy economy mode 232Changing a wiper blade 233Towing the vehicle 233Towing a trailer 235Fitting roof bars 237Very cold climate screen 238Accessories 239
Practical information
Petrol engines 241Petrol weights 242Diesel engines 243Diesel weights 244Dimensions 246Identifi cation markings 247
Technical data

.Familiarisation25
Optimise the use of your
gearbox
With a manual gearbox, move off gently and change up without waiting. During acceleration change up early.
With an automatic or electronic gearbox, give preference to automatic mode and avoid pressing the accelerator pedal heavily or suddenly.
The gear shift indicator invites you engage the most suitable gear: as soon as the indication is displayed in the instrument panel, follow it straight away. With an electronic or automatic gearbox, this indicator appears only in manual mode.
Drive smoothly
Maintain a safe distance between vehicles, use engine braking rather than the brake pedal, and press the accelerator progressively. These practices contribute towards a reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions and also helps reduce the background traffic noise.
If your vehicle has cruise control, make use of the system at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h) when the traffic is flowing well.
Control the use of your
electrical equipment
Before moving off, if the passenger compartment is too warm, ventilate it by opening the windows and air vents before using the air conditioning. Above 30 mph (50 km/h), close the windows and leave the air vents open. Remember to make use of equipment that can help keep the temperature in the passenger compartment down (sunroof and window blinds...).
Switch off the headlamps and front foglamps when the level of light does not require their use.
Avoid running the engine before moving off, particularly in winter; your vehicle will warm up much faster while driving.
Eco-driving
Eco-driving is a range of everyday practices that allow the motorist to optimise their fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
As a passenger, if you avoid connecting your multimedia devices (film, music, video game...), you will contribute towards limiting the consumption of electrical energy, and so of fuel. Disconnect your portable devices before leaving the vehicle.
Switch off the air conditioning, unless it has automatic regulation, as soon as the desired temperature is attained. Switch off the demisting and defrosting controls, if not automatic. Switch off the heated seat as soon as possible.

Monitoring
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Diesel engine pre-heating fixed. The ignition switch is at the 2nd position (ignition on). Wait until the warning lamp has switched off before starting. The duration for which the warning lamp is on is
determined by the climatic conditions.
Operation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, this confirms that the corresponding system has come into operation.
Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations

Left-hand direction indicator
flashing with buzzer. The lighting stalk is pushed down.


Right-hand direction indicator
flashing with buzzer. The lighting stalk is pushed up.


Sidelamps fixed. The lighting stalk is in the "Sidelamps" position.

Dipped beam headlamps fixed. The lighting stalk is in the "Dipped beam headlamps" position.

Main beam headlamps fixed. The lighting stalk is pulled towards you. Pull the stalk to return to dipped beam headlamps.

Front foglamps fixed. The front foglamps are switched on. Turn the ring on the stalk rear wards twice to switch off the front foglamps.

Rear foglamps fixed. The rear foglamps are switched on. Turn the ring on the stalk rear wards to switch off the rear foglamps.

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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance guidelines below:  If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the sun for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compartment for a few minutes. Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in the passenger compartment.  To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well as the air extractor located in the boot.  Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation may cause misting of the windows and side windows.  Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation of the automatic air conditioning system.  Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep it in good working order.  Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section). We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its second special active filter, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).
 The air conditioning uses power from the engine while operating. This results in an increase in the vehicle's fuel consumption. When towing at or near maximum capacity or on steep slopes in high ambient temperatures, switching off the air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing capacity. Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under the vehicle when stationary, which is per fectly normal.  To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have it checked regularly.  If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
The air conditioning system does not contain chlorine and does not present any danger to the ozone layer.

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Manual operation
 Press this button to switch off the air conditioning.
6. Air distribution adjustment
 Press one or more buttons to direct the air flow towards:
7. Air fl ow adjustment
 Turn this control to the left to decrease the air flow or to the right to increase the air flow.
5. Air conditioning On / Off
- the windscreen and side windows (demisting or defrosting), - the windscreen, the side windows and the vents, - the windscreen, the side windows, the vents and the footwells, - the vents and the footwells, - the vents, - the footwells, - the windscreen, the side windows and the footwells.
The air flow indicator lamps, between the two fans, come on progressively in relation to the value requested.
Switching the system off could result in some discomfort (humidity, condensation).  Press this button again to return to automatic operation of the air conditioning. The indicator lamp in the "A /C " button comes on.
If you wish, you can make a different choice from that offered by the system by changing a setting. The other functions will still be controlled automatically.  Pressing the "AUTO" button returns the
system to completely automatic operation.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can use interior air recirculation for a few moments. The return to the intake of exterior air.
In winter, we recommend keeping the rear air vents closed.
For maximum cooling or heating of the passenger compartment, it is possible to exceed the minimum value 14 or the maximum value 28.  Turn control 2 or 3 to the left until "LO" (low) is displayed or to the right until "HI" (high) is displayed.
With Stop & Start, when demisting has been activated, the STOP mode is not available.

Access
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Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible. This electronic engine immobiliser locks the engine management system a few minutes after the ignition is switched off and prevents starting of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.
Anti-theft protection
In the event of a fault, you are informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message in the screen. In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible. Keep safely the label attached to the keys given to you on acquisition of the vehicle.
Starting the vehicle
 Insert the key in the ignition switch. The system recognises the starting code.  Turn the key fully towards the dashboard to position 3 (Starting) .  When the engine starts, release the key.
Switching the vehicle off
 Immobilise the vehicle.  Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop) .  Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of braking assistance.
Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1- Stop ), 1- Stop ), 1- Stopyou can still use functions such as the audio and telematics system, the wipers, the dipped headlamps, the courtesy lamps, etc. for a maximum combined period of thirty minutes.
For more information, refer to the "Practical information - Energy economy mode" secnstion.
A heavy object (key fob...), attached to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause a malfunction.

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Automatic locking
Above 6 mph (10 km/h), the doors and boot lock automatically. If one of the doors is open, the automatic central locking does not take place. If the boot is open, the automatic central locking of the doors is active.
Deactivation
 Press this button again for more than two seconds.
Unlocking
 Above 6 mph (10 km/h), press this button to unlock the doors and boot temporarily.
In the event of an impact, the doors unlock automatically.
Emergency control
System allowing the doors to be locked and unlocked manually in the event of a malfunction of the central locking system or battery failure.
 Open the doors.  On the rear doors, check that the child lock is not on (see the corresponding section).  Remove the black cap, located on the edge of the door, using the key.  Insert the key in the socket without forcing it, then without turning it, move the latch sideways towards the inside of the door.  Remove the key and refit the cap.  Close the doors and check that the vehicle has locked correctly from the outside.
Locking the driver's door
 Insert the key in the door lock, then turn it to the rear. You can also apply the procedure described for the passenger doors.
Unlocking the driver's door
 Insert the key in the door lock, then turn it to the front.
Locking the front and rear passenger doors
Unlocking the front and rear passenger doors
 Pull the interior door opening control.
A confirmation message is displayed, accompanied by an audible signal.

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Lower tailgate
Opening Closing
Before opening the boot, ensure that there is nothing or anyone within the opening radius. For reasons of safety, correct operation and compliance with regulations, do not drive with the boot and the lower tailgate open. If the battery is disconnected, the boot cannot be opened. Do not climb onto the lower tailgate and do not subject it to heavy knocks, it may be damaged. Always close the lower tailgate and check that it is secured correctly before closing the boot. When closing the lower tailgate, ensure that no person or object is in the proximity of the moving parts to avoid any risk of injury or damage.
Do not open the lower tailgate when a towbar is fitted.
Maximum authorised weight on the lower tailgate when open: 200 kg .
 Push the handle C to the right and tilt the tailgate D g e nt l y.  Raise the tailgate D , push it fully to close it, check that it is secured correctly.