2015 Peugeot 208 Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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The head restraint has a frame with
notches which prevent it from lowering;
this is a safety device in case of impact.
The adjustment is correct when the
upper edge of the head restraint is
level with the top of the head.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
adjusted correctly.
Head restraints
F To raise the head restraint, pull it upwards.
F To remove the head restraint, press the
lug A and pull the head restraint upwards.
F To put the head restraint back in place,
engage the head restraint stems in the
openings, keeping them in line with the
seat back.
F To lower the head restraint, press the lug A
and the head restraint at the same time. Before moving the seat backwards,
ensure that there is nothing that might
prevent the full travel of the seat, so
as to avoid the risk of of jamming the
seat caused by the presence of objects
on the floor behind the seat or rear
passengers. If the seat jams, stop the
movement immediately.
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Bucket seats
HeightBackrest
Adjustment
F
Lift the control and slide the seat for wards
or backwards. F
Pull the handle upwards to raise or push
it downwards to lower, as many times as
necessary to obtain the required position. F
Push the handle towards the rear and
move the seat backrest for wards or
backwards.
Forwards-backwards
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Heated seats
With the engine running, the front seats can be
heated separately.
Armrest
Comfort and storage system for the driver and
front passenger.
Cover with opening lever
F Lift the lever to raise the lid. Storage space in the console
F
Pull the armrest fully up.
Additional adjustments
F Use the adjustment wheel, select the level
of heating required:
0 : Of f.
1 : Low.
2 : Medium.
3 : High.
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Folding the backrestRaising the seat backrest
F Move the front seats for ward if necessary.
F Position the outer seat belts on the
backrest and buckle them.
F Lower the head restraints to the lowest
position. F
Raise the seat backrest 2 .
F Latch the backrest in place, the red
indicators on the controls 1 are no longer
visible.
F Unbuckle and return the outer seat belts to
their normal positions ready for use.
F
Release the seat backrest 2 by press both
controls 1 simultaneously.
F Fold the seat backrest 2 on to the fixed
cushion.
One-piece rear seats
Backrest
Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and
folding one-piece backrest.
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Head restraints
These have one position for use (up) and a
stowed position (down).
They can be removed and are interchangeable
side to side.
To remove a head restraint:
F pull the head restraint fully up,
F then, press the lug A .
2/3 - 1/3 split rear seats
Folding the backrest
F Release the backrest by pressing control 1
for the seat backrest 2 .
F
Fold the seat backrest 2 on to the fixed cushion.
Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and
split backrest (left hand 2/3, right hand 1/3)
which can be folded individually to adapt the
load space in the boot.
F Move the corresponding front seat for ward
if necessary.
F Position the corresponding outer seat belt
against the backrest and buckle it.
F Fully lower or remove the head restraint. The rear cushion is not removable.
Seat backrest
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When folding the seat, the centre seat
belt should not be fastened, but laid out
flat on the seat.
The rear seat cushion does not fold,
just the seat backrest can be folded to
increase the boot loading space.Head restraints
These have one position for use (up) and a
stowed position (down).
They can be removed and are interchangeable
side to side.
To remove a head restraint:
F pull the head restraint fully up,
F then, press the lug A . When repositioning the seat backrest,
take care not to trap the seat belts.
Repositioning the seat backrest
F
Raise the seat backrest 2 .
F Secure it, checking that the red indicator in
the control 1 is no longer visible.
F Unbuckle and reposition the seat belts
ready for use.
F Refit the head restraint(s). Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be fitted and
correctly adjusted.
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Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger
compartment is filtered and originates either
from the outside via the grille located at the
base of the windscreen or from the inside in air
recirculation mode.
Air intake flow
The incoming air follows various paths
depending on the controls selected by the
driver:
- direct arrival in the passenger
compartment (air intake),
- passage through a heating circuit (heating),
- passage through a cooling circuit (air
conditioning).
Control panel
The controls of this system are grouped
together on the control panel on the centre
console.
General points
Air distribution
The incoming air is distributed via various
outlets:
- windscreen demisting-defrosting vents,
- front side window demisting-defrosting
vents,
- side adjustable air vents,
- central adjustable air vents,
- air outlets to the front footwells,
- air outlets to the rear footwells.
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In order for the ventilation and air conditioning to be fully effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
F To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
F Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the air conditioning system.
F The air conditioning system only works with the engine running.
F Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month
to keep it in per fect working order.
F Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its
special active additive, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).
F To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly as recommended in the warranty and maintenance record.
F If the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.
Advice
If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate the passenger compartment for
a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
perfectly normal.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems only work when the engine is running. To maintain
a comfortable temperature in the passenger compartment, you can temporarily deactivate
the Stop & Start system (see the corresponding section).
Passenger compartment filter
Depending on the environment (e.g.
dusty atmosphere) and the use of the
vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace it
twice as often if necessar y .
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule.
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