2018 Peugeot 208 towing

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Installation tips
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey,
stop the vehicle on a flat sur face on the side
of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent
movement of your vehicle.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 31
mph
(50


km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a
level and dry sur face.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow to avoid
damaging your vehicle's tyres and the
road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted with
alloy wheels, check that no part of the
chain or its fixings is in contact with the
wheel rim.
Towing device
Load distribution
F D istribute 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 performance. The maximum
towed load must be reduced by 10% for every
1,000
metres of altitude.
Use towing devices and their genuine
harnesses approved by PEUGEOT. It
is recommended that the installation
be per formed by a
PEUGEOT dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
If the towing device is not fitted by
a
PEUGEOT dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Certain driving assistance or manoeuvring
assistance functions are automatically
disabled if an approved towing device is
used. Obser ve the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data

section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (towball)
also includes the use of accessories
(bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
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 air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
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Practical information

125
Do not drive more than 125 miles (200 km)
w ith the repaired tyre; see a PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop to change
the tyre.
Under-inflation detection
Should the pressure of one or more tyres
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise
the under-inflation detection system.
For more information on Under-inflation
detection , refer to the corresponding
section. After a
tyre repair, this warning
lamp will remain on until the
system is reinitialised.
For more information on Under-inflation
detection , refer to the corresponding
section.Spare wheel
Scan the QR code on page 3 to view
e xplanatory videos.
Procedure for changing a


damaged wheel with
the spare wheel using the tools provided with
the vehicle.
Access to the tools List of tools
1.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel fixing bolts.
2. Jack with integrated handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Bolt "cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors (covers)
on alloy wheels.
4. Socket for the security bolts.
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
5. Towing eye.
For more information on To w i n g , refer to
the corresponding section.
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access:
F

o

pen the boot,
F

l

ift the floor and remove it,
F

r

emove the carrier box containing the tools.
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In the event of a breakdown

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Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminalReconnecting the (+) terminal
Do not force the lever as locking will not
be possible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
Before disconnecting
Wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition
b efore disconnecting the battery.
Close the windows and the doors before
disconnecting the battery.
Following reconnection
After each time that the battery has been
reconnected, switch on the ignition and wait
1
minute before starting the engine, to allow
the electronic systems to initialise. However,
if minor problems persist after this procedure,
contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must yourself reinitialise:
-

t
he remote control key,
-

t
he date and time,
-

t
he radio preset stations.
F

Ra

ise the lever A fully to release the
clamp B .
F

R

emove the clamp B by lifting it off. F

Ra

ise the lever A fully.
F

R

efit the open clamp B on the (+) terminal.
F

P

ush the clamp B fully down.
F

L

ower the lever A to lock the clamp B .
To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for
towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
F

s

witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lighting, etc.),
F

s

witch off the ignition and wait for 4

m

inutes.
At the battery, it is only necessary to
disconnect the (+) terminal.
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General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a
vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, always use an approved
towbar; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a
professional recovery ser vice:
-

v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
fast road,
-
f

our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
-

w
hen it is not possible to tow a vehicle
with an automatic gearbox, engine
running,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towbar,
etc. available.Access to the tools
Towing your vehicle
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
To gain access:
F

o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the towing eye from the carrier box.
F

O
n the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at bottom right.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar. F

P
lace the gearbox in neutral.
F

ailure to follow this instruction may
cause damage to some components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and the
absence of braking assistance when
the engine is restarted.
F
U
nlock the steering by turning the ignition
key one notch and release the parking
brake.
F S witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
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Engine technical data and
towed loads
Engines
The engine characteristics are given in the
vehicle's registration document, as well as in
sales brochures.The maximum power corresponds to the
value type-approved on a
test bed, under
conditions defined in European legislation
(Directive 1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a
PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Weights and towed loads
The weights and towed loads relating to your
vehicle are given in the registration document,
as well as in sales brochures.
These values are also given on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop. The GTW (Gross Train Weight) and towed load
values indicated are valid up to a
maximum
altitude of 1,000 metres. The towed load value
must be reduced by 10% for each additional
1,000 metres of altitude.
The maximum authorised nose weight
corresponds to the weight permitted on the
towball.
When exterior temperatures are high,
the vehicle per formance may be limited
in order to protect the engine. When the
exterior temperature is higher than 37°C,
limit the towed weight.
Towing using a lightly loaded vehicle can
adversely affect roadholding.
Braking distances are increased when
towing a trailer.
When using a vehicle to tow, never
exceed a
speed of approximately 60 mph
(100
km/h) (obser ve the local legislation
in force).
If the exterior temperature is high, it is
recommended that the engine is allowed
to idle for 1
to 2 minutes after the vehicle
comes to a
stop, to facilitate its cooling.
Technical data

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Socket, auxiliary ..........................................9 , 23
Socket, Jack .................................................... 23
Socket, USB


.............................. 49, 3, 3, 5, 9, 23
Sockets, audio
.................................................. 3
S

ockets, auxiliary
...............................
...............3
Speed limiter
.................................. 9

1-93, 95 -96
Starting a


Diesel engine
............................... 10

6
Starting the engine
................................... 81

- 82
Starting the vehicle
........................ 8

0-81, 84-85
Starting using another battery


......................13 8
Station, radio
.............................. 2

, 2, 6 -7, 21-22
Stay, bonnet


.................................................. 111
Steering lock
...............................

....................82
Steering mounted controls, audio
................ 3

, 3
Steering wheel, adjustment
............................ 36
S

TOP (warning lamp)

...................................... 11
Stopping the vehicle


...........................8 0 - 81, 8 5
Stop & Start


...................... 19, 26, 42, 46, 87- 89,
100, 107, 111, 115, 137
Storage


...................................................... 39, 48
Stowing rings


.................................................. 49
Sunroof


....................................................... 47- 4 8
Sunshine sensor


............................................. 41
Switching off the engine


...........................81- 82
Synchronising the remote control
...................32
Tables of fuses
....................................... 13 3 -13 6
Ta n k , f u e l


................................................ 107-108
Telephone
..............................

........13 -15, 25 -29
Temperature, coolant


................................11, 2 1
Third brake lamp


........................................... 13 3
Three flashes (direction indicators)
................ 52
T

ime (setting)

...................................... 26, 17, 31
TMC (Traffic info)

............................................ 13
T

o o l s

................................ 125 -12 6 , 13 3 -13 6 , 141
Touch screen ..................................... 49, 91, 1, 1
Towed loads


.................................................. 142Towing another vehicle
..........................140 -141
Towing device
...................................80 - 81, 109
Traction control (ASR)


........................14, 6 0 - 62
Traffic information (TA)


.....................................3
Traffic information (TMC)


................................13
Tr a i l e r
...............

.................................80 - 81, 109
Triangle, warning ........................................... 121
Trip computer


............................................24-26
Ty r e s


..........................................................6 , 11 6
Tyre under-inflation detection


.....15, 89, 91, 125
Under-inflation (detection)


..........15, 89, 91, 125
Unlocking


........................................................28
Unlocking from the inside
...............................30
Unlocking the boot

...............................
.....28, 32
Unlocking the doors
........................... 2

8, 30, 33
Updating the date
................................ 2

6, 17, 31
Updating the time
...............................

.26, 17, 31
USB


...............................................3, 3, 9, 23 -24Wiper, rear
....................................................... 57
Wiper blades (changing)
.................................57
Wipers


.................................................19, 55 -56
Wipers, automatic rain sensitive


.....................56
Warning and indicator lamps
.......................... 10
W

arning lamp, airbag
......................................15
W

arning lamp, braking system

.......................12
Warning lamp, Diesel engine pre-heater


.......13
Warning lamp, low fuel level
...........................14
Warning lamp, parking brake


..........................12
Warning lamp, Service ....................................13
Warning lamp, STOP


......................................11
Weights
...............

...........................142-143, 145
Wheel, spare
...............................

...116, 125 -126
Window controls


.............................................34
Ventilation


.............................................6, 41, 45
Voice commands


.........................................5 -10
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