2018 Peugeot 208 warning

Welcome
The descriptions and illustrations are given as indications only.
Automobiles PEUGEOT reser ves the right to modify the technical data,
equipment and accessories without having to update this edition of the
guide.
In this document, you will find all of the instructions and
recommendations on use that will allow you to enjoy your vehicle to the
fullest. It is strongly recommended that you familiarise yourself with it
as well as the Warranty and Maintenance Record which will provide you
with information about warranties, servicing and roadside assistance
associated with your vehicle. This document presents the information and recommendations required
for you to be able to explore your vehicle in complete safety. Thank you for choosing a Peugeot 208.
Your vehicle will be fitted with only some of the equipment described in
this document, depending on its trim level, version and the specification
for the country in which it was sold.
If ownership of your vehicle is transferred, please ensure this
Handbook is passed on to the new owner. Key
Safety warning
Additional information
Contributes to the protection of the
environment
Left-hand drive vehicle
Right-hand drive vehicle

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Instrument panels 8
W arning and indicator lamps 1 0
Indicators
20
Trip computer

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4
Setting the time and date

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6
Lighting dimmer

2
7Remote control key

2
8
Central locking
3
0
Back-up procedures
3
0
Boot

32
Alarm

33
Electric windows
3
4
PEUGEOT i- Cockpit
3
6
Steering wheel adjustment
3

6
Mirrors
36
F

ront seats
3
8
One-piece bench seat
4

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2/3 -1/3
split rear bench seat
4
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Head restraints

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1
Advice on heating and air conditioning

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1
Heating


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Manual air conditioning
4

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Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
4

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Recirculation of interior air

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5
Front demisting – defrosting

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5
Rear screen demisting - defrosting

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6
Courtesy lamp

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6
Interior ambient lighting
4

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Sunroof blind

4
7
Interior fittings

4
8
Boot fittings

4
9
Rear shelf
5

0Lighting control stalk

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Headlamp beam height adjustment
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4
Cornering lighting
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5
Wiper control stalk
5
5
Changing a wiper blade
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7
General safety recommendations
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8
Hazard warning lamps
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Emergency or assistance call

5
9
Electronic stability control (ESC)

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0
Seat belts
6

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Airbags


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Child seats

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8
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
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ISOFIX mountings and child seats
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4
Child lock

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InstrumentsAccess
Over view
Ease of use and comfort Lighting and visibility
Safety
Eco-driving
Instruments and controls 4
Contents

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Driving advice 80
Starting – Switching off the engine 8 1
Parking brake

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Manual gearbox
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Automatic gearbox (EAT6)

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4
Gear shift indicator

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6
Hill start assist

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S

top & Start
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nder-inflation detection
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Speed limiter

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Cruise control

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3
Memorising speeds

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5
Active City Brake

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6
Parking sensors

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8
Reversing camera
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Park Assist

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00Compatibility of fuels 1
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Fuel tank 1 07
Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
1

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Snow chains

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08
Towing device

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Load reduction mode

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Energy economy mode
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Fitting roof bars

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10
B o n n e t


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Engine


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Checking levels

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C h e c k s


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AdBlue
® (BlueHDi engines) 1 17
Warning triangle
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)

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Temporary puncture repair kit
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Spare wheel

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25
Changing a
bulb
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Changing a


fuse
1
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V battery
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To w i n g


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Engines and towed loads - PETROL
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Engines and towed loads - DIESEL
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Dimensions
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Identification markings
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Driving
Practical information
In the event of a breakdown Technical data
Alphabetical index
Access to additional videos
Audio equipment and telematics
Audio system
Bluetooth audio system
PEUGEOT Connect Radio
PEUGEOT Connect Nav
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Contents

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Steering mounted controls
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Lighting control stalk
Direction indicators
2
Steering mounted controls
for the touch screen: volume, source change
3
Cruise control
Speed limiter
Memorising speeds
4
Steering mounted controls
for the audio system
Side switch panel
(Depending on version)Activation of Park Assist
or Deactivation of the rear parking
sensors
Deactivation of the DSC/ASR
system Deactivation of Stop & Start
Reinitialisation of the tyre under-
inflation detection (without touch
screen)
Deactivation of the interior
volumetric monitoring
Activation of the electric child lock
Headlamp beam height adjustment
Central switch panel
Central locking
Hazard warning lamps
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Driver front airbag
Horn
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Wiper control stalk
Trip computer
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Steering mounted controls
for the touch screen
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Over view

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Warning and indicator
lamps
Displayed as symbols, visual indicators
which inform the driver of the occurrence
of a malfunction (warning lamps) or of the
operating status of a
system (operation or
deactivation indicator lamps). Certain lamps
light up in two ways (fixed or flashing) and/or in
several colours.
Associated warnings
The illumination of a lamp may be accompanied
b y an audible signal and/or a message
displayed in a
screen.
Relating the type of alert to the operating status
of the vehicle allows you to determine whether
the situation is normal or a
fault has occurred:
refer to the description of each lamp for further
information.
When the ignition is switched on
Certain red or orange warning lamps come on
for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on. These warning lamps should go off as soon
as the engine is started. (1)
:You must stop as soon as it is safe to do
so and switch off the ignition.
(2): Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
(3) : Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Sport programme.
Snow programme (depending on
engine).
Trip recorder reset
With the trip distance displayed, press the
button for a few seconds.
Persistent warning lamp
When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the illumination of a red or orange
warning lamp indicates a
fault that needs
further investigation, using any associated
message and the description of the warning
lamp in the documentation.
Where a lamp remains lit
The references (1) , (2) and (3) in the warning
and indicator lamp description indicate whether
you should contact a
qualified professional
in addition to the immediate recommended
actions.
Instruments

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List of warning and indicator lamps
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Actions/Observations
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOPFixed, associated
with another warning
lamp, accompanied
by the display of
a
message and an
audible signal. Indicates a
serious fault with the
engine, braking system, power
steering or a
major electrical fault.Carry out (1) and then (2).
+ Engine diagnostic
system
Fixed.
A major engine fault has been
detected. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Maximum
engine coolant
temperature Fixed, with the needle
in the red zone.
The temperature of the cooling
system is too high. Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has cooled
down before topping up to the required level, if
necessary. If the problem persists, carry out (2).
Engine oil
pressure Fixed.
There is a
fault with the engine
lubrication system. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Battery charge Fixed. The battery charging circuit has
a
fault (dirty terminals, slack or cut
alternator belt, etc.).
Clean and retighten the terminals. If the warning lamp
does not go off when the engine is started, carry out (2).
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Instruments

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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

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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Actions/Observations
Orange warning/indicator lamps
ServiceTemporarily on,
accompanied by the
display of a
message.One or more minor faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the instrument panel.
You can deal with certain anomalies yourself, for
example an open door or the start of saturation of the
particle filter.
For any other problems, such as a
fault with the tyre
under-inflation detection system, carry out (3).
Fixed, accompanied
by the display of
a


message. One or more major faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the instrument panel, then carry out (3).
+ Service warning lamp
fixed and ser vice
spanner flashing then
fixed.Service is overdue.
Only with BlueHDi Diesel versions.
Your vehicle must be ser viced as soon as possible.
Diesel engine
pre-heating Temporarily on.
When switching on the ignition, if the
weather conditions and the engine
temperature make it necessary. Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and
then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again,
then start the engine.
Foot on the
clutch Fixed.
Stop & Start: the change to START
mode is rejected because the clutch
pedal is not fully depressed. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
(3): Go to a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
(1)
:You must stop as soon as it is safe to do
so and switch off the ignition. (2): Contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Instruments