2014 Peugeot 508 Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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2 . I n fl a t i o n  Connect the compressor's electric plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.  Start the vehicle again and leave the engine running.
 Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B in position "I" ; to deflate: switch B in position "O" and press button C ), in accordance with the vehicle's tyre pressure label (located on the left hand door aperture). A loss of pressure indicates that the puncture has not been fully plugged; contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop for assistance.  Remove and stow the kit.  Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting the distance travelled to approximately 120 miles (200 km).
As soon as possible, go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. You must inform the technician that you have used this kit. After inspection, the technician will advise you on whether the tyre can be repaired or if it must be replaced.
 Turn the selector A to the "air" position.  Uncoil the black pipe H fully.  Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel.

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Removing the cartridge
 Stow the black pipe.  Detach the angled base from the white pipe.  Support the compressor vertically.  Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.
Beware of discharges of fluid. The expiry date of the fluid is indicated on the cartridge. The sealant cartridge is designed for single use; even if only partly used, it must be replaced. After use, do not discard the cartridge into the environment, take it to an authorised waste disposal site or a PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant cartridge, available from PEUGEOT dealers or from a qualified workshop.
Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories
You can also use the compressor, without injecting any product, to: - check or adjust the pressure of your tyres, - inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle tyres...).
 Turn the selector A to the "Air" position.  Uncoil the black pipe H fully.  Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel or accessory. If necessary, fit one of the adaptors supplied with the kit first.
 Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.  Start the vehicle and let the engine run.  Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B in position "I" ; to deflate: switch B in position "O" and press button C ), according to the vehicle's tyre pressure label or the accessory's pressure label.  Remove the kit then stow it.

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Changing a wheel Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
The tools are installed in the boot under the f l o o r. To gain access to them:  open the boot,  position the floor vertically (SW: in its guide) for access to the tools.
Access to the tools
List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle and can vary according to the level of equipment. 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. "Bolt cover" tool. For removing the bolt protectors (covers) on alloy wheels. 4. Socket for the security bolts (located in the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts. 5. One wheel chock for immobilising the vehicle. 6. Towing eye. See "Towing the vehicle".

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Wheel with trim
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.
The spare wheel is located in the boot under the floor. According to 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.
Access to the spare wheel
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 your vehicle's equipment, the spare wheel is secured either by a strap or a central bolt. For the bolt, the procedure is given below.

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Putting the wheel back in place
 Put the box back in place in the centre of the wheel and clip it.  Put the polystyrene storage box 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.
Tyre under-infl ation detection
The spare wheel is not fitted with a sensor. The punctured wheel must be repaired by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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 Place the foot of the jack 2 on the ground and ensure that it is directly below the front A or rear B jacking point provided on the underbody, whichever is closest to the wheel to be changed.
Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level, stable and not slippery. Apply the parking brake unless it has been programmed to automatic mode, switch off the ignition and engage first gear * to block the wheels. Check that the braking warning lamp and the P warning lamp in the parking brake control lever come on. 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.
List of operations
 Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3 (according to equipment).  Fit the security socket 4 on the wheelbrace 1 to slacken the security bolt (if fitted).  Slacken the other bolts using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
* Position R for the electronic gear control gearbox; P for the automatic gearbox.

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 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.
 Extend the jack 2 until its head comes into contact with the jacking point A or B used; the vehicle's contact sur face at A or B must engage with the central part of the head of the jack.
Ensure that the jack is stable. If the ground is slippery or loose, the jack might slip or drop - Risk of injury! Take care to position the jack only at one of the vehicle's jacking points Aor B under the vehicle, ensuring that the contact sur face of the vehicle's jacking point is centred on the head of the jack. Otherwise there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and/or that the jack might drop - Risk of injury!

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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 sur face 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 refitted to the vehicle as soon as possible.
List of operations
 Put the wheel in place on the hub.  Screw in the bolts fully by hand.  Pre-tighten the security bolt using the wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security socket 4 .
 Pre-tighten the other bolts using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.