2014 Peugeot 508 tow bar

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Contents
Child seats 153
ISOFIX child seats 160
Child lock 164
Child safety
Direction indicators 165
Emergency or assistance call 166
Horn 166
Tyre under-infl ation detection 167
ESC system 169
Seat belts 172
Airbags 175
Safety
Temporary puncture repair kit 179
Changing a wheel 185
Changing a bulb 192
Changing a fuse 201
12 V battery 205
Energy economy mode 208
Changing a wiper blade 209
Towing the vehicle 210
Towing a trailer 212
Fitting roof bars 214
Accessories 215
Practical information
Opening the bonnet 218
Running out of fuel (Diesel) 219
Petrol engines 221
Diesel engines 222
Blue HDi Diesel engines 224
Checking levels 225
Checks 228
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HDi Blue Diesel engines 230
Checks
Petrol engines 235
Petrol weights 236
Diesel engines 238
Diesel weights 242
Dimensions 246
Identifi cation markings 247
Technical data
Emergency or assistance 249
JBL equipment 251
PEUGEOT Connect Navigation (RT6) 253
Audio system 307
Audio equipment and telematics
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Driving
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. Certain sound sources (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger the audible signals of the parking sensor system.
In the event of a malfunction of the system, when reverse gear is engaged this warning lamp is displayed in the instrument panel and/or a message appears in the screen, accompanied by an audible signal (short beep). Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Operating fault
In addition to the rear parking sensors, the front parking sensors are triggered when an obstacle is detected in front and the speed of the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h). The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds in for ward gear, if no further obstacles are detected or when the speed of the vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
Front parking sensors
The function will be deactivated automatically if a trailer is being towed or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier recommended by PEUGEOT).
Deactivation / Activation of the front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing this button. The indicator lamp in the button comes on. Pressing this button again reactivates the function. The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
The sound emitted by the speaker (front or rear) indicates whether the obstacle is in front or behind.

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Towing the vehicle Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
Towing from the front Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under the floor. To gain access to it:  open the boot,  position the floor vertically,  remove the towing eye.
 On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom.  Screw the towing eye in fully.  Install the towing bar.  Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the towed vehicle.
 Place the gear lever in neutral (position N on the electronic gear control gearbox or automatic gearbox). Failure to observe this special condition could result in damage to certain braking components and the absence of braking assistance the next time the engine is started.

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General
recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your c o unt r y. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid driving
licence. When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering. In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service: - vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release the parking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...
Towing from the rear
 On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom.  Screw the towing eye in fully.  Install the towing bar.  Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the towed vehicle.

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Towing a trailer
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.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer or installation of a bicycle carrier, with additional lighting and signalling.
Blanking cover
When towing, you must remove the blanking cover if your vehicle has one. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for this.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and the driver must take particular care.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.

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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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Accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the PEUGEOT dealer network. These accessories and parts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety. They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from PEUGEOT's recommendation and warranty.
"Comfort":
cool box, smoker's kit, 230 V socket, torch...
"Transport solutions":
booster seats and child seats, boot tray, roof box, ski carrier, towbar-mounted bicycle carrier, towbars (swan-neck, quickly detachable ball, folding), harnesses, sliding floor, utility vehicle conversion kit, ... The trailer towbar and its harness should preferably be fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer.
"Style":
spoiler, front and rear mud flaps, aluminium gear lever knob, alloy wheels (16", 17", 18", 19"), body kit, door mirror shells, door air deflectors, ...
* To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals: - ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly, - never fit one mat on top of another.
"Safety and security":
speed limiter/cruise control, anti-theft alarm, microwave unit, window etching, wheel security bolts, breathalyser, first aid kit, warning triangle, high visibility vest, stolen vehicle tracking system, winter equipment (17" wheels for snow chains), reversing camera, front and rear parking sensors, boot spacers...
"Protection":
mats * , seat covers, vehicle covers, sun blinds, boot net, load protection net, dog guard, door and boot sill protectors, resin side rubbing strips...

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Saloon Exterior
Remote control key / electronic key 43 -52 - opening / closing - anti-theft protection - starting - battery Welcome lighting 143 Door mirror spotlamps 143 Main directional lighting 136 -142, 145 Additional directional lighting 146 Headlamp height adjustment 144 Changing bulbs 192-196 - front lamps - foglamps - direction indicator repeaters
Wiper s 147-149 Changing a wiper blade 150, 209
Parking space sensors 134-135
Doors 44-52 - Keyless Entry and Starting - opening / closing - central locking - emergency control Alarm 53 -54 Electric windows 55 -56
Fuel tank, misfuel prevention 64- 66
Sunroof 61- 62 Roof bars 214 Accessories 215-216
ESC: ABS, EBA, ASR, DSC 169 -171 Tyre under-inflation detection 167-168 Tyre pressures 247 Changing a wheel 185 -191 - tools - removing / refitting
Boot 57, 60 - opening / closing - emergency release Temporary puncture repair kit 179 -184
Changing bulbs 197, 200 - rear lamps - 3rd brake lamp - number plate lamps - foglamps
Parking sensors 132-133 Towbar 212-213 Towing 210 -211
Door mirrors 74-75