2018 Peugeot 301 ESP

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Warning and indicator lamps
Visual identifiers informing the driver that
a system is in operation, switched off (on/
off indicator lamps) or has developed a fault
(warning lamp).
When the ignition is switched on
Certain warning lamps come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle's ignition is switched
on.
When the engine is started, these same
warning lamps should go off.
If they remain on, before driving refer to the
information on the warning lamp concerned.
Associated warnings
Certain warning lamps may come on in one of
two modes: fixed (continuous) or flashing.
Only by relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can it be
ascertained whether the situation is normal or
whether a fault has occurred.
In the event of a fault, the illumination of the
warning lamp may be accompanied by an
audible signal and/or a message.
Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, illumination of one of the following
warning lamps indicates a fault which requires
action on the part of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a
warning lamp must be investigated further
using the associated message.
If you encounter any problems, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Operation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on,
this confirms that the corresponding system is on.
Deactivation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on,
this confirms that the corresponding system has
been switched off intentionally.
This may be accompanied by an audible signal
and a message being displayed.
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
STOP Fixed, associated
with another warning
lamp. It is associated with the engine
oil pressure or the engine coolant
temperature. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released. Release the parking brake to extinguish the warning
lamp; keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Observe the safety recommendations.
For more information on the Parking brake
, refer to
the corresponding section.
Brakes Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid approved by PEUGEOT.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Fixed, associated
with the ABS warning
lamp. The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system has a
fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Driver's seat belt
not fastened or
unfastened/Front
passenger's seat
belt unfastenedFixed or flashing,
accompanied by an
increasing audible
signal.The driver has not fastened or has
unfastened his/her seat belt.
The front passenger has unfastened
his/her seat belt. Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
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Under-inflationFixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message. One or more wheels has insufficient
pressure.
Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.
This check should preferably be carried out when the
tyres are cold.
You must reinitialise the system after adjusting one or
more tyre pressures and after changing one or more
wheels.
For more information on Under-inflation detection
,
refer to the corresponding section.
Flashing then fixed,
accompanied by
the Ser vice warning
lamp. The system is faulty: tyre pressures
are no longer monitored.
Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS) Fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without
d e l ay.
Airbags Temporarily on. This warning lamp comes on for a
few seconds when you turn on the
ignition, then goes off.
This warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Fixed.One of the airbag or seat belt
pyrotechnic pretensioner systems
has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
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ServiceTemporarily on. A minor fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in
the screen, such as, for example:
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aturation of the particle emissions filter (Diesel).
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he power steering,
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inor electrical fault.
For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Fixed. A major fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in
the screen and then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Rear foglamp Fixed. The rear foglamp has been switched
on using the ring on the lighting
control stalk. Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk rear wards to
switch off the rear foglamp.
Stop & Star t Fixed.
When the vehicle is stopped (red lights,
traffic jams etc.), the Stop & Start system
puts the engine into STOP mode.The warning lamp goes off and the engine restarts
automatically in START mode, as soon as you want
to move off.
Flashes for a few
seconds, then goes
of f. STOP mode is temporarily
unavailable.
or
START mode is invoked
automatically. For more information on Stop & Star t
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
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Remaining range between 1,500 and 375 miles (2,400 and
6 00 km)
When driving, this message is displayed every
190 miles (300 km) until the fluid level has been
topped up.
The reser ve level has been reached; it is
recommended that you top up as soon as
possible.
It is recommended that you do not top up by
more than 10
litres of AdBlue.
For more information on AdBlue
® and
the SCR system , and, in particular,
on topping up the AdBlue
®, refer to the
corresponding section. Range below 375
miles (600 km)
When driving, this message is displayed every
30 seconds until the AdBlue level has been
topped up.
It is essential to top up as soon as possible and
before the tank is completely empty; other wise
it will not be possible to restart the engine after
the next stop.
When switching on the ignition, this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and
the display of "NO START IN" and a distance on
the instrument panel, indicating the driving range
expressed in miles or kilometres before engine
starting is prevented – (e.g. "NO START IN 930
miles"
means "Starting will be prevented in 930
miles").When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp and the Ser vice warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an audible signal and the
temporary display of "NO START IN" and a
distance on the instrument panel, indicating
the remaining range expressed in miles or
kilometres before engine starting is prevented
– (e.g. "NO START IN 190
miles" means
"Starting will be prevented in 190
miles").
For more information on AdBlue
®
(BlueHDI engines) and, in particular, on
topping up, refer to the corresponding
section.
Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue®
The AdBlue® tank is empty: the starting
inhibition system required by legislation
prevents starting of the engine.
To be able to restart the engine, it is
essential to add at least 4
litres of AdBlue
®
to its tank.
For more information on AdBlue
® (BlueHDi
engines) , and, in particular, on topping up,
refer to the corresponding section.
When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp flashes and the Service warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an audible signal
and the temporary display of "NO START IN" and
0
miles or km on the instrument panel – ("NO
START IN 0
miles" means "Starting prevented").
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Electric controls
Deactivating the rear electric
window controls
For the safety of your children, press
this button to deactivate all the rear
electric window controls, irrespective
of their positions.
When the indicator is on, all controls are
inhibited. When the indicator is off, all controls
are active. Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle, even for a short
time.
In the event of contact /pinching during
operation of the windows, you must
reverse the movement of the window. To
do this, press the switch concerned.
When operating the passenger electric
window controls, the driver must ensure
that no-one is preventing correct closing
of the windows.
The driver must ensure that all
passengers make correct use of electric
windows.
Be particularly aware of children when
operating the windows.
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Front left.
2 Front right.
3 Rear right.
4 Rear left.
5 Deactivating the rear electric window
control switches.
To open or close the window, press or pull the
switch. The window stops as soon as the switch
is released.
The electric window controls remain active
for approximately 45 seconds after the
ignition is turned off, or until a front door is
opened. During this period of 45 seconds,
if you open a door while operating a
window, the window stops. Any new
electric window command will be ignored
until the ignition is switched back on.
Model with front electric windows
Model with front and rear electric windows
Window controls
Manual controls
Turn the window handle located on the door
panel.
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Rear bench seat
Depending on the version, your vehicle is
equipped with one of these three bench seats:
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F
ixed bench seat.
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B
ench seat with fixed one-piece cushion
and split folding backrest (2/3 -1/3) with
fixed head restraints.
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B
ench seat with fixed one-piece cushion
and split folding backrest (2/3 -1/3) with
adjustable head restraints.
To remove and refit the fixed bench seat,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Folding the backrest
F If necessary, move the corresponding front seat forward.
Returning the backrest to the
normal position
When repositioning the seat backrest,
take care not to trap the seat belts.
Ensure that the backrest has latched
properly into place.
Adjustable 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:
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be fitted and correctly
adjusted.
F

P
ull the head restraint upwards to the stop.
F

P
ress on lug A .
F

S

traighten the seat backrest 2 and secure it.
F

U

nfasten and reposition the seat belt on the
side of the backrest.
F Position the corresponding seat belt against the backrest and fasten it. F

P
ull the strap 1 to release the seat backrest 2
.
F
F
old the seat backrest 2 on to the cushion.
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Steering wheel adjustment
As a safety precaution, these operations
should only be carried out while the
vehicle is stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Demisting – Defrosting
Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
For more information on Rear screen demist -
defrost , refer to the corresponding section.
Manual model
Adjustment
Folding
F Fold the mirror manually to protect it when
the vehicle is parked.
Unfolding
F Unfold it before moving off again.
F

W

hen stationary
, lower the control to
release the steering wheel.
F

A

djust the height to suit your driving
position.
F

P

ull the control to lock the steering wheel. Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
allowing for the lateral rear vision necessary for
overtaking or parking. They can also be folded
for parking in confined spaces.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
The objects obser ved are, in reality, closer
than they appear.
Take this into account in order to
correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind. F
O
perate the lever in the four directions to
adjust the angle of the mirror glass.
Ease of use and comfort