2014 Peugeot 508 brakes

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Driving
Displays in the instrument
panel
When you move the lever in the gate to select a position, the corresponding indicator comes on in the instrument panel. P. Park R. Reverse N. Neutral D. Drive (Automatic driving) S. Sport programme  . Snow programme 1 to 6. Gear engaged during manual operation -. Invalid value during manual operation
 With your foot on the brake, select position P or N .  Start the engine. If this procedure is not followed, an audible signal is heard, accompanied by a message in the instrument panel screen.  With the engine running, press the brake
pedal.  Release the parking brake, unless it is programmed to automatic mode.  Select position R , D or M ,  Gradually release the brake pedal. The vehicle moves off immediately.
Moving off
When the engine is running at idle, with the brakes released, if position R , R , RD or M is selected, the vehicle moves even without the accelerator being pressed. When the engine is running, never leave children in the vehicle without supervision. When carrying out maintenance with the engine running, apply the parking brake and select position P . P . P
If position N is engaged inadvertently while driving, allow the engine to return to idle then engage position D to accelerate.

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Safety
Electronic Stability Programme (ESC: Electronic Stability Control) incorporating the following systems: - the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the electronic brake force distribution (EBFD), - the emergency braking assistance, - the anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction control, - the dynamic stability control (DSC).
Electronic stability programme (ESC)
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)
This system improves the stability and manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking and provides improved control in corners, in particular on poor or slippery road sur faces. The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of emergency braking. The electronic brake force distribution system manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
In an emergency, this system enables you to reach the optimum braking pressure more quickly and therefore reduce the stopping distance. It is triggered according to the speed at which the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an increase in the effectiveness of the braking.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
The ASR system (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction in order to avoid wheel slip by acting on the brakes of the driving wheels and on the engine. It also improves the directional stability of the vehicle on acceleration.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
If there is a difference between the path followed by the vehicle and that required by the driver, the DSC monitors each wheel and automatically acts on the brake of one or more wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle to the required path, within the limits of the laws of physics.

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Practical information
Driving advice
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 per formance. Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
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.
 If the warning lamp and the STOP warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as possible.
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.
The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for details of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

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Checks
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing booklet for the details of the level checking interval for this component.
6-speed electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing booklet for details of the checking interval for this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the level checking interval for this component.
Brake wear depends on the style of driving, particularly in the case of vehicles used in town, over short distances. It may be necessary to have the condition of the brakes checked, even between vehicle services. Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.
Brake pads
For information on checking brake disc wear, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any routine servicing. However, in the event of a problem, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as important as the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers very specific products. To avoid damaging the electrical units, the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compartment is strictly prohibited .
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system is noticed, the parking brake must
be checked, even between two services. Checking this system must be done by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
For more information, refer to the "Electric parking brake - Operating faults" section.

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Alphabetical index
Accessories ..................................................215Accessory socket, 12 volt ...............................77Additive, AdBlue ............................230, 232-234Adjusting headlamps ....................................14 4Adjusting head restraints ..........................6 7, 7 0Adjusting seat belt height .............................173Adjusting the steering wheel ..........................76Airbags ............................................................32Airbags, curtain .....................................17 7, 178Airbags, front.........................................175 , 178Airbags, lateral ......................................17 7, 178Air conditioning .........................................20, 89Air conditioning, automatic .......................87, 90Air conditioning, digital ...................................98Air conditioning, manual ...........................87, 88Air conditioning, quad-zone ...............93, 96, 98Air filter ..........................................................Air filter ..........................................................Air filter228Air flow ............................................................20Air vents ..........................................................86Alarm ...............................................................53Anti-theft .......................................................102Armrest ............................................................77Armrest, rear ...................................................Armrest, rear ...................................................Armrest, rear78Assistance call ......................................166, 250Audible warning ............................................166Audio streaming (Bluetooth) ........294, 320, 322Audio system (radio) .....................................307Automatic illumination of headlamps .....1 3 7, 1 41Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps ............................................165Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers .................................................147, 149Auxiliary socket .............................................319
Capacity, fuel tank ..........................................64CD .................................................................314CD MP3 .................................................315, 316Central locking ................................................47Changing a bulb ....................192, 197, 198, 20 0Changing a fuse ............................................201Changing a wheel .................................185, 18 6Changing a wiper blade ........................150, 20 9Changing the date .....................................41, 42Changing the remote control battery ........5 0 , 51Changing the time .....................................41, 42Checking levels .....................................225-227Checking the engine oil level ..........................37Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ..............................................179Checks ..................................221-224, 228, 229Children .........................................157, 161, 162Child seats ...........................153, 15 4, 15 6, 159Child seats, conventional ......................15 6, 157Closing the boot ..............................................57Closing the doors ............................................47Connectors, audio ...........................79, 317, 319Container, AdBlue ................................233, 234Coolant level ...........................................33, 227Coolant temperature indicator ........................Coolant temperature indicator ........................Coolant temperature indicator33
Date (setting) .............................................41, 42Daytime running lamps .........139, 192, 19 4, 19 6Deactivating ESP ..........................................171Deactivating the passenger airbag ...............175Deadlocking ....................................................48Defrosting ........................................................98Diesel ..............................................................25Diesel additive level ......................................227Diesel engine pre-heat warning lamp ............25Dimensions ...................................................246Dipped beam ..................................136, 192-19 4Dipstick ....................................................3 7, 2 2 5Directional lighting ................................145, 146Direction indicators .......140, 165, 192, 19 6 -198Driving positions (memorising) .......................69Dynamic emergency braking ........................103Dynamic stability control (DSC) ..............3 0, 171
Backup switching off .....................................Backup switching off .....................................Backup switching off102Battery ..................................................205, 228Battery, charging ...........................................205
Eco-driving .....................................................20Eco-driving (advice) ........................................20Economical driving ........................................20Economy mode .............................................208Electronic engine immobiliser.................52, 102Electronic stability control (ESC) ..................169Emergency boot release .................................60Emergency call .....................................166, 250Emergency warning lamps .....................83, 165Energy economy mode .................................208
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Courtesy lamps .............................................151Cruise control ........................................1 2 7, 1 3 0Cup holder .......................................................Cup holder .......................................................Cup holder77
Battery, remote control .............................50-52Blind ................................................................61Blue HDi ........................................................230Bluetooth (hands-free) ..........................2 7 7, 3 2 1Bluetooth (telephone) ....................................277Boot ...........................................................57- 5 9Boot (opening) .................................................46Brake discs ....................................................229Brake lamps ..........................................197, 198Brake pads ....................................................229Brakes ...........................................................229