2014 Peugeot 508 RXH headlamp

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With dipped or main beam on, this system uses
LeDs (light-emitting diodes) to illuminate the
inside of a bend.
th

e speed of the vehicle must be below
75 mph (120 km/h).
th

is function is a available only with "full-L
eD
"
headlamps.
Additional headlamps
Operation
this system operates from a certain angle of
rotation of the steering wheel.
System inactive
the system does not operate:
- b elow a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel,
-

a
bove 75 mph (120 km/h),
-
w

hen reverse gear is engaged.
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Rear wiper
If a significant accumulation of snow or
ice is present, or when using a bicycle
carrier on the boot, deactivate the
automatic rear wiper via the instrument
panel screen configuration menu.
Rear wiper selection ring: park,
intermittent wipe,
wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation if the windscreen
wipers are operating.
th

e function is activated or
deactivated via the instrument panel
screen configuration menu.
th

is function is activated by default.
Programming
F Pull the windscreen wiper stalk towards you for a few seconds. th e windscreen
wash then the windscreen wipers operate
for a fixed period.
the

headlamp washers only operate when
the dipped beam headlamps are on and the
vehicle is moving.
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
Screenwash/headlamp wash
level low
In the case of vehicles fitted
with headlamp washers,
when the fluid reservoir low
level is reached this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the instrument panel screen.
th

e warning lamp comes on when the ignition is
switched on, or every time the stalk is operated, until
the reservoir is refilled.
Next time you stop, refill the screenwash / headlamp
wash reservoir.
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Changing a bulb
Front lamps
Model with "full LED" technology
headlamps
1. Additional lighting.
2. Dipped beam headlamps.
3.
M

ain beam headlamps.
4.
D

aytime running lamps / sidelamps.
5.
D

irection indicators.
Model with halogen headlamps
1. Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).
2. M ain beam headlamps (H7-55W).
3.
D

aytime running lamps / sidelamps
(LEDs).
4.
D

irection indicators (LEDs).
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal sur face of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps
is normal; it disappears after the lamps
have been on for a few minutes. Before doing any work on your vehicle,
switch off the ignition (
Ready lamp off)
to avoid any risk of injury resulting from
automatic operation of the engine.
For the replacement of these light-
emitting diode (L
eD

) lamps, contact
a P
e

uge
Ot

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
All of these lamps use light-emitting diodes-
L
e

Ds. For H7 type bulbs with lugs, take care to
observe their correct installation so as to
ensure the best lighting performance.
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Main beam headlamps
Dipped beam headlamp
th

e headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protective
coating:
F

d

o not clean them using a dr y
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,
F

u

se a sponge and soapy water or a
pH neutral product,
F

w

hen using a high pressure washer
on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.
Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F

D

o not touch the bulb directly with
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (
uV

) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.
Halogen model
F Remove the protective plastic cover by pulling on the tab.
F
u
n
clip the bulb connector.
F
e
x
tract the bulb by pulling and change it. F
R emove the protective plastic cover by
pulling on the tab.
F
u
n
clip the bulb connector.
F

Remove the bulb by pulling it out and change it.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
For the left hand headlamp, it is
necessary to remove the battery.
Refer to the corresponding section.
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Engine compartment fuses
Access to the fuses
F unclip the cover.
F C hange the fuse (see corresponding
paragraph).
F

W
hen you have finished, close the cover
carefully to ensure correct sealing of the
fusebox. Fuse
N° Rating
(A) Functions
F20 15Front / rear screenwash pump.
F21 20Headlamp wash pump.
F22 15Horn.
F23 13Right-hand main beam headlamp.
F24 15Left-hand main beam headlamp.
F27 5Left hand lamp mask.
F28 5Right hand lamp mask.
th
e fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.
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Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air conditioning,
the heated rear screen...
th
e deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit. System which manages the duration of use of certain functions to conserve a sufficient level of
charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use functions such as the audio and telematics
system,
windscreen wipers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for a maximum
combined duration of about forty minutes.
energy economy mode
Switching to economy mode
A message then appears in the instrument
panel screen indicating that the vehicle has
switched to economy mode and the active
functions are put on standby.
If a telephone call is being made at this time, it
will be maintained for around 10 minutes with
the Bluetooth hands-free system of your audio
system.
Exiting economy mode
these functions are reactivated automatically
next time the vehicle is driven.
F

I
n order to restore the use of these
functions immediately, start the engine and
let it run:
-

f
or less than ten minutes, to use
the equipment for approximately
five


minutes,
-

f
or more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximately
thirty


minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the
engine in order to charge the battery.
A flat battery prevents the engine from starting
(refer to the "Battery" section).
In this energy economy mode and when
starting up the hybrid system, it may
take a few seconds before the Ready

lamp comes on.
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the various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing certain components and for priming
the fuel system.
Diesel engine
1. Power steering reservoir.
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant reservoir.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

i r f i l t e r.
8.


e
n
gine oil dipstick.
9.


e
n
gine oil filler cap.
10.
P

riming pump.
11.
B

leed screw.Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the ignition (
Ready
lamp off) to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from automatic operation of
the engine.
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Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
ta

ke used oil to a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
Used products
To p p i n g u p
this additive must be topped up by a
Pe ugeOt dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
Diesel additive level (Diesel
engine with particle filter)
A low additive level is indicated by illumination
of the service warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible warning and a message in the
instrument panel screen.
Coolant level
the coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never
exceed it.
Changing the coolant
the coolant does not have to be replaced at routine services.
Fluid specification
the coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up with or
replaced with plain water.
Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, the low fluid level
is indicated by an audible signal and
a message in the instrument panel
screen.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of the
coolant is regulated by the fan.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
to a

void any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap by
two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When the
pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top
up the level.
to

p up the reservoir when you next stop the
vehicle.
The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades. In wintry conditions, the use of an
ethyl alcohol or methanol base fluid is
recommended.
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