2014 Peugeot 308 trailer

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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

Familiarisation
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Limit the causes of excess
consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest items in the bottom of the boot, as close as possible to the rear seats. Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in preference. Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.
Observe the recommendations
on maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label in the door aperture, driver's side.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter...) and observe the schedule of operations recommended by the manufacturer.
When refuelling, do not continue after the third cut-off of the nozzle to avoid any over flow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down to a consistent average.
Carry out this check in particular: - before a long journey, - at each change of season, - after a long period out of use. Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on any trailer or caravan.

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Driving
With the vehicle stationary, to apply the parking brake whether the engine is running or off, pull on the control lever A . Application of the parking brake is confirmed by:
- illumination of the braking warning lamp and of the warning lamp P in the control lever A ,
When the driver’s door is opened with the engine running, a beep is heard and a message is displayed if the parking brake has not been applied, unless the selector lever is in position P
(Park) in the case of an automatic gearbox.
Manual release
With the ignition on or the engine running, to release the parking brake, press on the brakepedal or the accelerator, pull then release the control lever A . Full application of the parking brake is confirmed by:
- the braking warning lamp and of the warning lamp P in the the control lever A going off,
If you pull the control lever A without pressing the brake pedal, the parking brake will not be released and a warning lamp will come on in the instrument panel.
Manual application Maximum application
If necessary, you can make a maximum application of the parking brake. It is obtained by means of a long pull on the control lever A , until you see the message "Handbrake on" and a beep is heard.
Maximum application is essential: - in the case of a vehicle towing a caravan or a trailer, if the automatic functions are activated but you are applying the parking brake manually, - when the gradient you are parked on is variable in its effect (e.g. on a ferry, in a lorry, during towing).
- display of the message "Handbrake on". - display of the message "Handbrake off ".
Before leaving the vehicle, check that parking brake warning lamp in the instrument panel is on, not flashing.
In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle or parking on a gradient, make a maximum application of the parking brake then turn the front wheels towards the pavement and engage a gear when you park. After a maximum application, the release time will be longer.

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Driving
The parking sensors are switched off : switched off : switched off - when you exit reverse gear, - when the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h) in for ward gear, - when the vehicle has been stationary for more than three seconds in for ward gear.
Deactivation Operating fault
 Press button A again, the warning lamp switches off, the system is reactivated.
 Press button A , the warning lamp comes on, the system is fully deactivated.
If an operating fault occurs, this warning lamp is displayed in the instrument panel and/or a message appears in the multifunction screen, accompanied by an audible signal (short beep), when reverse gear is engaged. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. The parking sensor system cannot, in any circumstances, replace the need for vigilance and responsibility on the part of the driver.
The system will be deactivated automatically when a trailer is being towed or when a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier recommended by PEUGEOT).
In bad weather or in winter, ensure that the sensors are not covered with mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an audible signal (long beep) indicates that the sensors may be dirty. When the vehicle is being driven at a speed below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h), certain sources of noise (motorcycles, lorries, pneumatic drills, ...) may trigger the parking sensor audible signals.
Reactivation

Practical information
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Access to the fuses
 Refer to the paragraph "Access to the to o ls".
Fuse N° Rating (A) Functions
F820 Audio equipment, audio/telephone, CD changer, multifunction scren, tyre under-inflation detection, alarm siren, alarm control
unit, telematic unit.
F930 Front 12 V socket, cigarette lighter, rear 12 V socket.
F1015 Steering mounted controls.
F1115 Low current ignition switch.
F1215 Trailer presence, rain / sunshine sensor, supply for fuses F32, F34, F35.
F135 Engine fusebox, airbag control unit.
F1415 Instrument panel, instrument panel screen, supply for fuse F33.
F1530 Locking and deadlocking.
F1740 Heated rear screen, supply for fuse F30.

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Fuse N°Rating (A)Functions
F305 Heated door mirrors.
F3130 Boot 12 V socket.
F325 Electronic gearbox gear lever.
F3310 Head-up display, Bluetooth system, air conditioning.
F345 Seat belt warning lamp display.
F3510 Parking sensors, Hi-Fi amplifier authorisation.
F3610 Trailer fusebox control unit, driver's door control pad.
F3720 Hi-Fi amplifier.
F3830 Driver's electric seat.
F3920 Panoramic sunroof blind.

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Towing a trailer
Your vehicle is primarily designed for transporting people and luggage, but it may also be used for towing a trailer.
Driving advice
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer or installation of a bicycle carrier, with additional lighting and signalling.
Distribution of loads
 Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it. Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance. Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
We recommend the use of genuine PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. If the towbar is not fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer, it is imperative that it is fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and the driver must take particular care.

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Side wind
 Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the temperature of the coolant. As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.  To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed. The maximum towed load on a long incline depends on the gradient and the ambient temperature. In all cases, keep a check on the coolant temperature.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance. To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
 Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the recommended pressures.
Lighting
 Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.
 If the warning lamp and the STOP warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as possible.
The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used.