2018 Peugeot 308 parking brake

19
Deactivation of
the automatic
functions (with
electric parking
brake)Fixed.
The "automatic application" (on
switching off the engine) and
"automatic release" functions are
deactivated or faulty.
In the event of a fault, illumination of
this warning lamp is accompanied by
a warning message. Carry out (3) if automatic application/release is no
longer possible.
The parking brake can be released manually.
+ Automatic
application (with
electric parking
brake)
Fixed, accompanied
by the message
"Parking brake fault".
The automatic application is not
available, the parking brake can only
be used manually. Use the electric parking brake control lever.
If automatic release is also not available, use manual
release.
+
+ Malfunction (with
electric parking
brake)
Fixed, accompanied
by the message
"Parking brake fault". The parking brake is faulty: manual
and automatic functions may not be
working. When stationary, to immobilise your vehicle:
F

P
ull and hold the control lever for approximately 7
to 15
seconds, until the warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel.
If this procedure does not work, make your vehicle
safe:
F

P
ark on a level sur face.
F

W
ith a manual gearbox, engage a gear.
F

W
ith an automatic gearbox, select P, then put the
supplied chock against one of the wheels.
Then carry out (2).
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Actions/Observations
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Foot on clutchFixed. Stop & Start: the change to START
mode is rejected because the clutch
pedal is not fully depressed. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
EAT8 automatic
gearbox Fixed.
The EAT8 automatic gearbox is
locked. The Unlock
button must be pressed to unlock the
gearbox.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Actions/Observations
Black/white warning/indicator lamps
Foot on brakeFixed. Omission or insufficient pressure on
the brake pedal. With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running,
before releasing the parking brake, to move out of
position P
.
With the EAT8 automatic gearbox, it may be
necessary to press the brake pedal to unlock the
gearbox from mode N .
If you wish to release the parking brake without
pressing the brake pedal, this warning lamp will
remain on.
(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.
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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to
react at any time to any eventuality.
As a safety measure, the driver should only
carry out any operations that require close
attention when the vehicle is stationary.
On a long journey, taking a break every two
hours is strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate
the need to brake and increase the distance
from other vehicles.
Driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake applied
– Risk of overheating and damage to the
braking system!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes after
switching off the engine, never park or run
the engine on inflammable sur faces (dry
grass, fallen leaves, etc.) – Risk of fire!Never leave a vehicle unsuper vised with
the engine running. If you have to leave
your vehicle with the engine running, apply
the parking brake and put the gearbox into
neutral or position N or P
, depending on
the type of gearbox.
In case of towing
If you are obliged to drive on a flooded road:
- c heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15
cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users,
-

d
eactivate the Stop & Start function,
-

d
rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
In all cases, do not exceed 6
mph (10 km/h),
-

d
o not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity
to wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature 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.
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F If 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 pull a trailer before having driven at least
approximately 620


miles (1,000

kilometres).
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To 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
adjustment , refer to the corresponding
section. Certain driving or manoeuvring aid
functions are automatically disabled if an
approved towing system is used.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has
a special code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few minutes
after the ignition is switched off, and prevents
the engine being started by anyone who does
not have the key.
In the event of a fault, you are informed
by illumination of this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a message in the
screen.
In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
Keep safely, away from your vehicle, the
label attached to the keys given to you
when you purchased your vehicle.
Starting/Switching off the
engine, remote control
key
Place the gear lever into neutral.
Ignition switch
1.Stop position.
2. Ignition on position.
3. Starting position.
Starting with the key
The parking brake must be applied.
F

W

ith a manual gearbox, in neutral, fully
depress the clutch pedal.
F

W

ith an automatic gearbox, in mode P or N ,
fully depress the brake pedal.
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F Insert the key in the ignition switch.The system recognises the starting code.
F

U
nlock the steering column by
simultaneously turning the steering wheel
and the key.
In some situations, you may have to apply
some force to turn the wheels (if the
wheels are turned towards the pavement,
for example).
F

W
ith a petrol engine, operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key.
F

W
ith a Diesel engine, turn the key to
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the engine
pre-heating system.
F Wait until this warning lamp goes off in the instrument panel then
operate the starter motor by
turning the key to position 3 without
pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the
engine is running, release the key.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp can
stay on for a longer period.
If the engine is warm, the warning lamp
does not come on. If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition.
Wait a few seconds before restarting the
engine. If the engine does not start after
several attempts, do not keep trying: you
risk damaging the starter motor or the
engine.
Call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In temperate conditions, do not leave
the engine at idle to warm up but move
off straight away and drive at moderate
speed.
Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon
monoxide. Risk of intoxication and death.
In severe wintry conditions (temperature
below -23°C), the engine should be left
at idle for 4
minutes before moving off to
ensure the correct operation and life of the
mechanical parts of your vehicle, engine
and gearbox.
Switching off using the key
F Immobilise the vehicle.
F T urn the key towards you to position 1
(Stop) .
F

R
emove the key from the ignition switch.
F

T
o lock the steering column, turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
To facilitate unlocking of the steering
column, the front wheels should be
straight before switching off the engine.
F

C
heck that the parking brake is
correctly applied, particularly on
sloping ground.
•

W
ith a manual parking brake, the
lever must be pulled up.
•

W
ith an electric parking brake, the
indicator lamp in the control lever
must be on.
Never switch off the ignition before the
vehicle is at a complete stop.
When leaving the vehicle, remove the key
and lock the doors.
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Manual parking brake
Application
F With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise your
vehicle.
Release
When the vehicle is being driven, this
indicator lamp coming on, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message,
indicates that the parking brake is still
applied or has not been fully released.
When parking on a slope, direct your
wheels against the kerb, apply the parking
brake, engage a gear and switch off the
ignition. Pressing the brake pedal facilitates the
application and release of the manual
parking brake.
Electric parking brake
Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and in the control
lever to confirm the application of the
parking brake.
It goes off to confirm the release of the parking
brake.
The driver can take over at any time to apply
or release the parking brake, by operating the
control lever. The indicator lamp in the control lever
flashes during manual application or
release.
In the event of a battery failure, the
electric parking brake no longer works.
As a safety measure, if the parking brake
is not applied:
With a manual gearbox, immobilise the
vehicle by engaging a gear.
With an EAT6 automatic gearbox,
immobilise the vehicle by moving the
selector lever to P .
With an EAT8 automatic gearbox,
immobilise the vehicle by putting a chock
against one of the wheels.
Call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they could
release the parking brake.
F

W

ith your foot on the brake pedal, pull the
parking brake lever up gently, press the
release button then lower the lever fully. The system applies the parking brake on
switching off the engine and releases it as the
vehicle moves off. -
B
y briefly pulling
the control lever to apply
the brake,
-
B
y briefly pushing
the control lever,
pressing the brake pedal as you do so, to
release it.
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When towing a trailer, parking on a steep
slope, or if your vehicle is heavily loaded,
turn the front wheels towards the kerb and
engage a gear.
When towing a trailer, your vehicle is
approved for parking on slopes of up to
12% .
The technology adopted for the electric
parking brake does not allow the fitment of
15-inch wheels.
Automatic release
Ensure first that the engine is running and the
driver's door is properly closed.
The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively when the
vehicle moves off.
With a manual gearbox : fully depress the
clutch pedal, engage first gear or reverse;
press the accelerator pedal and release the
clutch pedal.
With an automatic gearbox : select position D,
M or R then press the accelerator pedal. The complete release of the parking
brake is confirmed by the brake
indicator lamp and the P indicator
lamp in the control lever going off,
accompanied by the display of a
message.
When stationary with the engine running, do not
depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily,
you risk releasing the parking brake.
Automatic application
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake is
automatically applied when the ignition is
switched off
.
Application of the parking brake is
confirmed by illumination of the brake
indicator lamp and the P indicator
lamp in the control lever, accompanied
by the display of a message.
With the engine stalled or in STOP mode
of Stop & Start, automatic application
does not take place.
With automatic operation, you can also
manually apply or release the parking
brake at any time using the control lever.
Manual release
With the ignition on or the engine running, to
release the parking brake:
F
p
ress the brake pedal,
F

b
riefly push the control lever.
The complete release of the parking brake is
confirmed by the brake indicator lamp and the
P indicator lamp in the control lever going off,
accompanied by the display of a message and
an audible signal until the doors are closed.
If you push the control lever without
pressing the brake pedal, the parking
brake will not be released and a message
is displayed.
Manual application
With the vehicle stationary: briefly pull the
control lever.
Confirmation of the instruction is signalled by
flashing of the indicator lamp in the control
l eve r. Application of the parking brake is
confirmed by illumination of the brake
indicator lamp and the P indicator
lamp in the control lever, accompanied
by the display of a message.
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The area in front of the electric parking
brake control is not intended for the
storage of objects.
Recommendations
Before leaving the vehicle, check that the
parking brake is applied: the parking brake
indicator lamps in the instrument panel
and the control lever must be on fixed.
If the parking brake is not applied, there
is an audible signal and a message is
displayed on opening the driver's door.
Immobilisation of the vehicle
with the engine running
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine
running, briefly pull the control lever.Application of the parking brake is
confirmed by illumination of the brake
indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp
in the control lever, accompanied by
the display of a message.
Parking the vehicle with the
brake released
In the case of very cold conditions (ice),
towing and using a car wash tunnel, it is
recommended that the parking brake not
be applied.
To immobilise your vehicle, engage a gear
or mode P (Park) or fit a chock against
one of the wheels.
F

S
witch off the engine.
Application of the parking brake is confirmed
by illumination of the indicator lamps in the
instrument panel and the control lever.
F

S
witch on the ignition again, without starting
the engine.
F

R
elease the parking brake manually by
pushing the control lever while keeping your
foot on the brake pedal.
The complete release of the parking
brake is confirmed by the brake indicator
lamp and the P indicator lamp in the
control lever going off, accompanied by
the display of a message.
F Switch off the ignition.
With the EAT8 automatic gearbox, mode P
is automatically engaged when the ignition
is switched off.
The wheels are blocked.
For more information on the E AT 8
automatic gearbox , particularly in
relation to leaving the vehicle in free-
wheeling mode, refer to the corresponding
section.
Deactivating automatic
operation
In some situations, for example when it is
extremely cold or during towing (caravan,
breakdown), it may be necessary to deactivate
automatic operation of the system.
F

S
tart the engine.
F

A
pply the parking brake with the control
lever, if it is released.
F

T
ake your foot off the brake pedal.
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