2020 Peugeot 208 overheating

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Ease of use and comfort
► With the charging area clear, place a device
in its centre.
The system is not designed to charge multiple devices simultaneously.


Do not leave any metal objects (coins,
keys, vehicle remote control, etc.) in the
charging area while a device is being
charged, due to the risk of overheating or
interrupting the charging process.
Mats
Fitting

When fitting the mat for the first time, on the
driver's side use only the fasteners supplied in
the enclosed sachet.
Sun visor
► With the ignition on, raise the concealing flap;
the mirror is illuminated automatically.
This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket
holder.
Glove box
► To open the glove box, raise the handle.
The glove box is lit when open.
Never drive with the glove box open
when a passenger is at the front. It may
cause injury during sharp deceleration!
USB sockets

They allow the connection of a portable device in
order to recharge it.
The front right USB port also allows a smartphone to
be connected by MirrorLink
TM, Android Auto® or
CarPlay®, enabling certain smartphone
applications to be used on the touch screen.
For best results, use a cable made or approved
by the device manufacturer.
These applications can be managed using the
steering mounted controls or the audio system
controls.
When the USB port is used, the portable
device charges automatically.
A message is displayed if the power drawn
by the portable device exceeds the current
supplied by the vehicle.
For more information on how to use this
equipment, refer to the Audio equipment
and telematics section .
12 V accessory socket



► Always use the correct adapter to connect a
12 V accessory (max. power: 120 W).
Observe the maximum power rating to
avoid damaging your accessory.
The connection of an electrical device not approved by PEUGEOT, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio reception or
interference with displays in the screens.
Wireless smartphone
charger




It allows wireless charging of a portable device
such as a smartphone, using the magnetic
induction principle, in accordance with the Qi 1.1
standard.
The portable device to be charged must be
compatible with the Qi standard, either by design
or by using a compatible holder or shell.
The charging area is identified by the Qi symbol.
The charger works with the engine running and
with the Stop & Start system in STOP mode.
Charging is managed by the smartphone.
With Keyless Entry and Starting, the charger’s
operation may be briefly disrupted when a door
is opened or the ignition is switched off.
Charging
► Open the flap to access the charging area.

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Ease of use and comfort
3► With the charging area clear, place a device
in its centre.
The system is not designed to charge multiple devices simultaneously.


Do not leave any metal objects (coins,
keys, vehicle remote control, etc.) in the
charging area while a device is being
charged, due to the risk of overheating or
interrupting the charging process.
Mats
Fitting

When fitting the mat for the first time, on the
driver's side use only the fasteners supplied in
the enclosed sachet.
The other mats are simply laid over the carpet.
Removing/refitting
► To remove it on the driver's side, move the
seat backwards and unclip the fasteners.
►

T
o refit it, position the mat and secure it by
pressing.
►

Check that the mat is secured correctly
.
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:– Only use mats which are suitable for
the fasteners already present in the vehicle;
these fasteners must be used.
–

Never fit one mat on top of another
.
The use of mats not approved by PEUGEOT
may interfere with access to the pedals and
hinder the operation of the cruise control/
speed limiter.
The approved mats have two fasteners
located underneath the seat.
Courtesy lamps
Non-touch version with bulb
1. Front courtesy lamp
2. Front map reading lamps (depending on
version)
Front courtesy lamp
In this position, the courtesy lamp comes
on gradually:
–

when the vehicle is unlocked.
–


when the key is removed from the ignition
switch.
–


when a door is opened.
–


when the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate the vehicle.
It switches off gradually:
–


when the vehicle is locked.
–


when the ignition is switched on.
–


30 seconds after the last door is closed.
Permanently off.

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Driving
6Driving recommendations
► Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
►

Monitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
anything that may happen any time.
►


Drive smoothly
, anticipate the need for
braking and maintain a longer safety distance,
especially in bad weather.
►

Stop the vehicle to carry out operations that
require close attention (such as adjustments).
►


During long trips, take a break every two
hours.
Important!
Never leave the engine running in a
closed space without sufficient
ventilation. Internal combustion engines emit
toxic exhaust gases such as carbon
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!
In severe wintry conditions (temperature
below -23°C), let the engine run for 4
minutes before moving off, to ensure the
correct operation and durability of the
mechanical components of your vehicle
(engine and gearbox).
Never drive with the parking brake
applied . Risk of overheating and
damage to the braking system!
Do not park the vehicle or leave the
engine running on a flammable
surface (dry grass, dead leaves, etc.). The
exhaust system of your vehicle is very hot,
even several minutes after the engine stops.
Risk of fire!
Never leave a vehicle unattended 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).
Never leave children inside the vehicle
unsupervised.
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.


If you are obliged to drive on a flooded road: ►
check that the depth of water does not
exceed 15
cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users,
►
deactivate the Stop & Start function,
►

drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In
all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10
km/h),
►
do 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 about the state of your vehicle,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Noise (Electric)
On the outside
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when driving,
the driver should pay particular attention.
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the
vehicle’s presence.
On the inside
During use, you may hear certain perfectly
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such
as:
–

T
raction battery relay when starting.
–

V
acuum pump when braking.
–

V
ehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
–

Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.

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Driving
Towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
particular care must be taken.
Do not exceed the maximum towable
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by
10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower
air density at high altitudes decreases engine
performance.
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles
(1,000 kilometres).
If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to the
axle and the nose weight (at the point where it
joins your vehicle) approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Tyres
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer , observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
If a genuine PEUGEOT towing device is
used, the rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the audible
signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant
temperature to increase. The maximum towable
load depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not
increase with engine speed.
►

Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to
limit heating up.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as
possible.
Brakes
Braking distances are increased when towing a
trailer. To avoid overheating the brakes, the use
of engine braking is recommended.
Side wind
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more
susceptible to wind when towing.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The keys include an electronic engine
immobiliser system, with a code that must be
recognised in order for starting to be possible.
If the system malfunctions, indicated by the
display of a message, the engine will not start.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.