2018 Peugeot 208 Brakes

12
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Actions/Observations
Door(s) open Fixed, associated with
a


message identifying
the door. One of the doors or the tailgate is
not fully closed (speed below 6


mph
[10


km/h]).
Fixed, associated with
a


message identifying
the door, together with
an audible signal. One of the doors or the tailgate is
not fully closed (speed above 6
mph
[10


km/h]).
Seat belt not
fastened/
unfastened Fixed or flashing
accompanied by an
audible signal. A seat belt has not been fastened or
has been unfastened.
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released.
Brakes Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. Carry out (1), then top up with brake fluid that complies
with the manufacturer's recommendations. If the
problem persists, carry out (2).
+ Fixed.
The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system is faulty. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Instruments

60
Geolocation
To reactivate geolocation, simultaneously press
the "Peugeot Connect SOS" and "Peugeot
Connect Assistance" buttons again, followed
by a press on "Peugeot Connect Assistance"
to confirm.
If you purchased your vehicle outside the
PEUGEOT dealer network, we invite you
to have a
dealer check the configuration of
these ser vices and, if desired, modify it to
suit your wishes. In a
multilingual country,
configuration is possible in the official
national language of your choice.
For technical reasons and, in particular,
to improve the quality of PEUGEOT
CONNECT ser vices to customers, the
manufacturer reser ves the right to carry
out updates to the vehicle's on-board
telematic system.
You can deactivate geolocation by
simultaneously pressing the "Peugeot Connect
SOS" and "Peugeot Connect Assistance"
buttons, followed by pressing "Peugeot
Connect Assistance" to confirm.
If you benefit from the Peugeot Connect
Packs offer with the SOS and assistance
pack included, there are additional
ser vices available to you in your personal
space, via the website for your country.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
Electronic stability control (ESC) comprising
the following systems:
-

a
nti-lock braking system (ABS) and
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
-
em

ergency braking assistance (EBA),
-

w
heel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction
control,
-
d

ynamic stability control (DSC).
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 contributes towards improved control on
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The EBFD system manages the braking
pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
(EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you to
reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation 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 limit
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
f ollowed 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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Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp indicates that there is a fault
with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed. If these warning lamps come on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a
message, this indicates a fault
with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal. If you need to brake in an emergency,
press the brake pedal ver y firmly and
keep the pressure applied.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, have the system checked by
a

PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.Anti-slip regulation (ASR)/
Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of
a
problem with grip or trajectory. This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
w hich is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
these systems, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip.
Reactivate these systems as soon as the level
of grip permits.
Deactivation of ASR and DSC using the button
F Press this button.
The orange indicator lamp in the button comes
on.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer have
an effect on engine operation or the brakes in
the event of an involuntary change of trajectory.
Deactivation of ASR using the touch screen
The deactivation is configured in the
Driving/Vehicle menu.
It is confirmed by the display of a
message.
Reactivation
These systems are reactivated automatically
each time the ignition is switched back on or
above 31 mph (50 km/h).
Below 31
mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate
them manually.
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81
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
t emperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F

T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towable load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a
check on the coolant
temperature.
F

I
f this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
New vehicle
Do not tow a
trailer before having driven at
least 620
miles (1,000 kilometres).
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
T o avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam height
of your vehicle.
For more information on Headlamp
beam height adjustment , refer to the
corresponding section.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid
functions are automatically disabled if an
approved towing device is used.
Starting – Switching off
the engine
Ignition switch
1. Stop position.
2. Ignition on position.
3. Start position.
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key
or the remote control, which would weigh
down on its blade in the ignition switch
and could cause a


malfunction.
Starting
With a manual gearbox, p lace the gear
selector in neutral then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
With an automatic gearbox , place the gear
selector at P or N then fully depress the brake
pedal.
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Driving

85
F Move the gear lever to M.
F
P
ush the lever for ward to change
up.
F

P
ull the lever back to change
down.
Invalid value
This symbol is displayed if a gear
i s not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).
You can change from position D to M and
from M to D at any time.
When the engine is running at idle with the
brakes released, if position R , D or M is
selected, the vehicle moves even without
the accelerator being pressed.
Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle when the engine is running.
When carrying out maintenance with the
engine running, apply the parking brake
and select position P . Never select position N while the vehicle
is moving.
Never select position P or R unless the
vehicle is completely stationary.
If position N is selected inadvertently while
driving, allow the engine to return to idle,
then select position D to accelerate.
If the temperature is below -23°C, the
engine should be left at idle for 4
minutes,
to ensure the correct operation and
service life of the engine and gearbox.
Sport and snow programmes
These two special programmes supplement the
automatic operation in very specific conditions
of use.
Sport programme " S"
F Press button " S" after starting the engine.
The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic
style of driving.
S appears in the instrument panel.
Snow programme T
(Depending on engine.)
F P ress the " T" button, after starting the
engine.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery
roads.
This programme improves starting and traction
when grip is poor.
T appears in the instrument panel.
At any time, press the selected button
again to quit the activated programme and
return to auto-adaptive mode.
Return to automatic
operation
F At any time, press button S or T again to quit the programme engaged and return to
auto-adaptive mode.
Stopping – Parking
Before switching off the engine.
F E ngage position P or N .
F

A
pply the parking brake.
F

Imm
obilise the vehicle.
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96
To select a memorised speed:
F P ress and hold the " +" or " -" button; the
system stops at the nearest memorised
speed.
F

P
ress and hold the " +" or " -" button again to
select another memorised speed.
A reminder of the speed and the state of the
system (on/off) is displayed in the instrument
panel.
Selection
Active City Brake
brakes if driving behind a vehicle that slows
d own rapidly, stops or is stationary.
The objective is to avoid a
collision or reduce
the speed of impact.
This system has been designed to improve
driving safety.
It remains the driver's responsibility to
continuously monitor the state of the traffic and
to assess the relative distance and speed of
other vehicles.
Active City Brake cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.
When your vehicle is too close to or
approaches the vehicle ahead too quickly, the
system automatically applies the brakes to
avoid a


collision. If operation is triggered:
-

D
isplay of a message.
-
I
llumination of the brake lamps.
The automatic braking is triggered as a last
resort, if the driver fails to apply the brakes
sufficiently firmly or at all, or to take avoiding
action.
The laser beam is invisible. Never look at
the laser sensor with an optical instrument
(magnifying glass, microscope, etc.): risk
of eye injury.
Conditions for activation:
-
V
ehicles driving in the same lane.
-
N
ot in too sharp a bend.
-
S
peed of your vehicle between 3 and
19 mph (5 and 30 km/h).
-
B
raking assistance systems (ABS, EBFD,
EBA) in working order.
-
T
rajectory control systems (ASR, DSC) in
working order and not deactivated.
-
O
peration of Active City Brake not triggered
in the previous 10 seconds.
A preventive driving assistance system that,
using the laser sensor located at the top of the
windscreen, automatically applies the vehicle's The automatic braking triggered:
-

c
an be even more effective if the driver
presses the brake pedal more firmly,
- m ay stop the vehicle, holding the brakes on
for around 1.5 seconds when stationary to
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Brake pads
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 disc/drum wear
For any information on checking
brake disc/drum wear, contact
a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
e ffectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be adjusted, even between two
services.
This system must be checked by a
PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Wheels and tyres
The pressure must be checked on
all tyres, including the spare wheel,
when the tyres are "cold", at least
once a month and before a long
j o u r n ey. steering. Regular inspections of the condition
of tyres (tread and sides) and rims are
recommended as well as making sure that
valves are fitted.
Using different size wheels and tyres from
those specified can affect the lifetime of tyres,
wheel rotation, ground clearance and the
speedometer reading and have an adverse
effect on road holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause the ESC to mistime.
Only use products recommended by
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in the
braking system, PEUGEOT selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness, or
in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency
may be reduced. Make light brake
applications to dry and defrost the brakes.
The pressures given on the tyre pressure label
are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven for
more than 10
minutes or more than 6 miles
(10

kilometres) at more than 31 mph (50 km/h),
0.3

bar (30 kPa) should be added to the values
given on the label.
Under-inflation increases fuel consumption.
Non-compliant tyre pressure causes premature
wear on tyres and has an adverse effect on the
vehicle's road holding – Risk of an accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces
braking efficiency and control of the vehicle's
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ABS .................................................................60
Accessories .................................................... 58
Active City Brake

...............................
........96 -97
AdBlue
® ....................................... 1 8 , 2 2 , 117-11 8
Additive, Diesel ............................................... 16
Adjusting headlamps


...................................... 54
Adjusting head restraints


................................ 38
Adjusting seats


................................................ 38
Adjusting the air distribution


.....................43-45
Adjusting the air flow
................................. 43

-45
Adjusting the date


............................... 26, 17, 31
Adjusting the height and reach of the steering wheel


.................................... 36
Adjusting the seat belt height
......................... 63
A

djusting the temperature

........................43-45
Adjusting the time


............................... 26, 17, 31
Advice on driving


...................................... 80 - 81
Airbags
...............................

...........15, 65, 67- 68
Airbags, curtain


......................................... 66- 67
Airbags, front ....................................... 65, 67, 69
Airbags, lateral


.......................................... 66- 67
Air conditioning


..................................... 6, 41, 43
Air conditioning, automatic


.......................43-45
Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic


............44
Air conditioning, manual
................................. 45
A

ir intake

................................................... 43-45
Alarm


................................................... 28, 33 -34
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
......................60
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)


............................... 60
Anti-theft/Immobiliser


..................................... 29
Apple CarPlay connection


........................12, 16
Armrest
................

............................................ 48
Armrest, front
.................................................. 39
Assistance, emergency braking


.....................60
Assistance call
...............................

...........59-60
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)


...................5, 9, 24Battery


.....................................
11 0 , 114 , 13 7-14 0
Battery, charging

...........................................
13 9
Battery, remote control ...................................
31
Blind, sunroof ............................................. 4
7- 4 8
BlueHDi
............................................22, 117, 121
Bluetooth (hands-free)
............... 6

, 13 -14, 25 -26
Bluetooth (telephone)
..................... 1

3 -15, 25 -27
Bonnet


...........................................................111
Boot


.................................................................32
Brake discs


..............................................8 3 , 11 6
Brake lamps
...............................

...................132
Brakes


...............................................12, 83, 116
Braking, automatic emergency


.................96 -97
Brightness


.......................................................16
Bulbs


.............................................................12 9
Bulbs (changing)


............................12 9 -13 0, 132
Cable, audio


....................................................23
Cable, Jack


.....................................................23
Cap, fuel filler

...............................
.................108
Capacity, fuel tank


.................................107-108
CD


.........................................................9, 23 -24
CD, MP3


.........................................3 -5, 9, 23 -24
Central locking
................................................ 28
C

hanging a

bulb
.............................1

2 9 -13 0, 132
Changing a


fuse
.....................................13

3 -13 6
Changing a


wheel
..................................12

5 -126
Changing a


wiper blade
..................................57
C

hanging the remote control battery

..............31
Checking the engine oil level


..........................21
Checking the levels


................................112 -114
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ...122, 124
Checks
..................................... 8 3 , 112 , 114 -11 6
Checks, routine


................................ 8 3 , 114 -11 6
Child lock


......................................................... 79
Children


................................................ 7 2 , 74 -76
Children (safety)


.............................................. 79
Child seats

..............................

.... 64, 68, 72, 78 Child seats, conventional


................................
72
Child seats, ISOFIX ...................................
74 -7 6
Closing the boot
..............................................
3
2
Connection, Bluetooth

.............
13 -15, 19, 25 -27
Connection, MirrorLink

........................
11 -12 , 17
Connection, Wi-Fi network

.............................
20
Connectivity

....................................................
49
Control, back-up boot release ........................
32
Control, back-up door release ..................
3 0 - 31
Control, heated seats

......................................
39
Controls, steering mounted

..............................
5
Control stalk, lighting

................................
51, 5 4
Control stalk, wiper
...................................
5
5-57
Courtesy lamp ...........................................
46 - 47
Cruise control

............................................
93-96
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) – Digital radio

....................
8, 22
Date (setting)

.......................................
26, 17, 31
Daytime running lamps

....................
5 4, 13 0 -131
Daytime running lamps, LED

.................
13 0 -131
Deactivating the passenger airbag

.....
65, 68 - 69
Deadlocking

..............................................
29-30
Defrosting

..................................................
45-46
Demisting

..................................................
45-46
Dials and gauges
...............................
...........
8-9
Dimensions
..............................
.....................
147
Dipstick
................
..............................
2 1, 112 -113
Direction indicators

...................
52, 54, 130, 132
Display screen, instrument panel

...........
8 -9, 86
Driving economically ......................................... 6
Dynamic stability control (DSC) ..........14, 6 0 - 62
AB
CD
.
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