2018 Peugeot 508 towing

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Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
(Depending on the country of sale.)
Mechanical device which prevents filling the
tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It avoids
the risk of engine damage that can result from
filling with the wrong fuel.
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel
prevention device appears when the filler cap
is removed.
Operation
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into
your Diesel tank, it comes into contact with the
flap. The system remains closed and prevents
filling.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type
filler nozzle.It remains possible to use a fuel can to fill
the tank.
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,
do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in
direct contact with the flap of the misfuel
prevention device and pour slowly.
Travelling abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with
misfuel protection, so before travelling
abroad, we recommend that you check
with the PEUGEOT dealer network,
whether your vehicle is suitable for the
fuel pumps in the country in which you
intend to travel.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. 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.
Important
: for versions equipped with
the hands-free tailgate, if a towing device
is installed outside of the PEUGEOT
dealer network, it is essential to visit a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
to recalibrate the detection system: risk of
hands-free function malfunction!
Certain driving assistance or manoeuvring
assistance functions are automatically
disabled if an approved towing device is
used.
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.
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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.
Vehicle equipped with motorised
tailgate with hands-free function
To avoid unwanted opening of the tailgate
when using the towing device:
-

p
lease deactivate this function in
advance in your vehicle's configuration
menu,
-

o
r remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate
closed.Towing device with
retractable towball
When this towing device is not in use, it is
folded away underneath the rear bumper.
No tools are required to install or stow it.
Before any operation, the vehicle must be
stationary with the parking brake applied.
The area close to the exhaust pipe may
reach a high temperature: risk of burns!
Vehicle equipped with motorised
tailgate with hands-free function
To avoid unwanted opening of the
tailgate, follow the recommendations on
the Towing device by referring to the
corresponding section.
Unlocking handle
The towball is locked in either the stowed
position or the use position.
The unlocking handle is behind the rear
bumper, protected by a storage case.
To reach the handle:
F

P
ass your hand flat under the rear bumper
with the palm facing upwards.
F

I
nsert your hand into the storage case and
grasp the handle.
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Use position:
Towball unlocked:
F
G
rasp the towball and rotate it by raising it
until it locks into place vertically. The towball must be folded away without
fail when using a high-pressure washer.
Do not direct the lance less than 30
cm
from the towing device.
F
R
aise the electrical socket cover and
connect the plug for the trailer or carrying
device.
F A ttach the safety cable of the trailer to the
eye fitted in the towball elbow.
Storage position
When the towing system is not in use, it is
recommended to fold the towball away.
In the event of a rear-end collision,
damage to the vehicle could be worse due
to the towball. Towball unlocked and plug disconnected:
F
G
rasp the towball and turn it until it locks
into place horizontally.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for any work on this towing system.
To unlock the towball:
F
P

ull the handle firmly downwards to release it.
As soon as you release the handle, it is
engaged automatically in its storage case. The towball hangs, hooked onto its axis.
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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The jack must only be used to change a
wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to obtain the correct jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery Directive
2006/42/CE.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
List of tools
1.Chock to immobilise the vehicle (depending
on equipment).
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box) (depending on equipment).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
3. Removable towing eye.
For more information on Towing the vehicle
and using the removable towing eye, refer to
the corresponding section.
With temporary puncture
repair kit
For more information on the Temporary
puncture repair kit , refer to the corresponding
section.
With spare wheel
For more information on the Spare wheel ,
refer to the corresponding section.
4.
Temporary puncture repair kit.
Contains a 12

V compressor and a
cartridge of sealant to temporarily repair
the wheel and adjust the tyre pressure,
as

well as a speed limit sticker.
5.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel bolts.
6. Jack with integrated handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
7. Wheel bolt cover remover (depending on
equipment).
For removing the wheel bolt head finishers
on alloy wheels.
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Referring to the corresponding section, you
must yourself reinitialise certain systems,
such

as:
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t
he electronic key,
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t
he sunroof and its electric blind,
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t
he electric windows,
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t
he date and time,
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t
he preset radio stations.The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
next engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8 hours).
Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
towing device.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is stored in a toolbox, under the
boot floor.
For more information on the Tool kit , refer to
the corresponding section.
Towing your vehicle
Hatchback
SW F

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

R
elease the cover to the right and then
downwards.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.F

P
ut the gearbox into neutral.
Failure to obser ve this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and the
absence of braking assistance the next
time the engine is started.
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Automatic gearbox: never tow the vehicle
with the front wheels on the ground with
the engine off.
F

U
nlock the steering and release the parking
brake.
F

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

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

P
ull the cover downwards.
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 and drive slowly over a
short distance only. 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:
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v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
fast road,
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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,
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t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
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w
here there is no approved towbar,
etc. available.
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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.
High exterior temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of the
vehicle to protect the engine. When the
exterior temperature is higher than 37°C,
limit the towed weight.
Towing by 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 62 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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Reinitialising the remote control .....................42
R emote control .............................. 35 -36, 38 - 40
Removing the mat


........................................... 78
Replacing the air filter
................................... 20

8
Replacing the oil filter
................................... 20

8
Replacing the passenger compartment filter
...............................

..............................208
Reservoir, screenwash


.................................207
Resetting the trip recorder


..............................27
Reset trip
.................................................... 27-2 8
Rev counter


....................................................... 8
Reversing camera
...............................

...179 -181
Roof bars


............................................... 203-204
S
Safety, children .........1 0 6 -1 0 7, 11 0 -112 , 117-12 0
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel) .........208
Screen menu map


........................................... 12
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)


............210
Seat belts


................................. 12, 103 -104, 116
Seat belts, rear


...................................... 103 -104
Seats, electric


........................................... 58-59
Seats, front
...............................

.................57- 5 9
Seats, heated


............................................ 59-60
Seats, rear


................................................. 63-64
Selector, gear


......................................... 131-13 5
Serial number, vehicle


..................................243
Service indicator


....................................... 23, 26
Service (warning lamp)


...................................13
Servicing
......................................................... 23
S

ettings, equipment

.................................. 29-33
Settings, system


........................................ 16, 32
Side parking sensors
.................................... 17

7
Ski flap
..............................

..............................80
Snow chains


.......................................... 141, 2 0 2
Socket, 12 V accessory
......................75, 80, 84
Socket, auxiliary
.......................................... 9

, 25
Socket, Jack


.................................................... 25
Speakers ......................................................... 76
Speed limiter .................................. 14
5 -148, 151
Speed limit recognition
......................... 14

2, 14 4
Speedometer


.................................................... 8
Sport mode


................................................... 13 6
Stability control (ESC)........................... 10 0 -103
Starting a Diesel engine
............................... 19

7
Starting the vehicle
...............................
1

3, 16 -17, 19, 124-126, 132-135
Starting using another battery


......................127
Station, radio
...............................

.......6 - 7, 2 3 - 2 4
Steering mounted controls, audio
................ 3

, 3
Steering wheel, adjustment
............................ 61
S

topping the
vehicle


...........13, 16 -17, 19, 124, 126, 132-135
Stop & Start


............ 21, 29, 67, 70, 138 -139, 198, 204, 208
STOP (warning lamp)


...................................... 11
Storage


..................................... 74-75, 78, 80 - 81
Storage box


..................................................... 85
Storage compartments


...................................74
Storage wells


............................................ 81, 8 5
Storing driving positions
................................. 59
S

towing rings

............................................ 81, 8 4
Sunroof, panoramic
.................................. 53

-55
Sunshine sensor


............................................. 66
Sun visor
...............................

..........................75
Suspension with variable vibration reduction


..................................................... 13 6
Synchronising the remote control
...................42
T
Tailgate ................ ............................................ 47
Ta n k , f u e l ............................................... 198 -19 9
Technical data
....................................... 2

3 9 - 2 41
Telephone
..............................

...77, 13 -15, 27-30
Temperature, coolant


................................11, 2 4
Ticket holder


................................................... 74
Time (setting) ...................................... 34, 17, 33
TMC (Traffic info) ............................................ 15
T
ool box
................
........................................... 85
Topping-up AdBlue
®...................................... 2 11
Total distance recorder ............................. 26-27
Touch screen ......................... 29, 31-33, 76, 1, 1
To w b a r
...............................

.....102-103, 125, 199
Towed loads


.......................................... 2 3 8 - 2 41
Traction control (ASR)


.................... 18, 10 0 -102
Traffic information (TMC)


................................ 15
Tr a i l e r
...............

...................... 102-103, 125, 199
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
................... 10

2-103
Trajectory control systems

..................... 10

0 -101
Trip computer


............................................. 27-2 8
Trip distance recorder
..................................... 2

7
Ty r e s


.............................................................. 209
Tyre under-inflation detection


................. 20, 140
U
Under-inflation (detection) ............................140
Unlocking .................................................. 35, 37
Unlocking from the inside
...............................43
Unlocking the boot

...............................
......37- 3 8
Unlocking the doors
........................................ 48
U

nlocking the tailgate
................................ 3

7- 3 8
Updating the date
................................ 3

4, 17, 32
Updating the time
...............................

.34, 17, 33
USB


............................................................. 9, 25
V
Ventilation ..................................... 65 - 66, 71, 73
Visibility ............... ............................................ 70
Vision, 180° for ward
..................................... 182
Visiopark 1


.................................................... 18 0
Visiopark 1 – Visiopark 2

......................17

9, 181
Voice commands


............................... 5 - 8 , 10 -12
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