2020 Peugeot 508 light

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Ease of use and comfort
3Driving position
Adopting a good driving position helps improve
your comfort and protection.
It also optimises interior and exterior visibility as
well as access to controls.
Sitting comfortably
Whether or not your vehicle has certain seat
adjustments described in this section depends
on the trim level and country of sale.
Driver’s side

Follow these recommendations as much as your
height and body shape permit...
Sit fully back in the seat with your pelvis, back
and shoulders in contact with the seat backrest.
Adjust the seat cushion height so that your eyes
are level with the centre of the windscreen.
Adjust the longitudinal position of the seat so
that you can fully depress the pedals with legs
slightly flexed.
Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is
level with the top of your head.
Adjust the length of the seat cushion to support
your thighs.
Adjust the lumbar support so that it conforms to
the shape of your spine.
Adjust the steering wheel so that you can hold it
with your arms slightly bent.
The steering wheel should not hide the
instrument panel.
As a safety precaution, adjust the seats only when the vehicle is stationary.
If your vehicle has electric seats, the
ignition must be on to adjust them.
Passenger’s side

Sit fully back in the seat with your pelvis, back
and shoulders in contact with the seat backrest.
Adjust the longitudinal position of the seat so that
you are at a distance of at least 25 cm from the
dashboard.
Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is
level with the top of your head.
Before moving off
Adjust the interior and exterior door mirrors to
reduce blind spots.
Fasten your seat belt: place the diagonal belt in
the middle of your shoulder and adjust the lap
belt so that it is tightened across your pelvis.
Ensure that all passengers have fastened their
seat belts correctly.
If your vehicle has electric door mirrors,
the ignition must be on to adjust them.
When driving
Maintain a good driving position and hold the
steering wheel with both hands at the 'quarter to
three' position, so that you can easily and quickly
reach the controls behind and near the steering
wheel.
Never adjust the seats or steering wheel
when driving.
Always keep your feet on the floor.

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Ease of use and comfort
Removing a head restraint
► First tilt the corresponding backrest.
► Pull the head restraint fully up.
► Press the lug A to release the head restraint
and remove it completely.
► Store the head restraint.
Refitting a head restraint
► Insert the head restraint rods into the guides
in the corresponding seat backrest.
► Push the head restraint down as far as it will
go.
► Press the lug A to release the head restraint
and push it fully down.
Never drive with passengers seated at
the rear when the head restraints are
removed; the head restraints should be in
place and in the high position.
The head restraint for the centre seat
and those for the outer seats are not
interchangeable.
Folding the backrests
Each section of the backrest has two release
controls:
– a grip 1 on the outer edge of the backrest,
– a lever 2 on the boot side trim (SW).
Manoeuvring the seat backrests should
only be done when the vehicle is
stationary.
► Return control A to its central position.
Electric folding
If the vehicle is so equipped, the mirrors can
be folded electrically from the inside, with the
vehicle parked and the ignition on:
► Place control A in the centre
position.
►

Pull control A

back.
►

Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Electric unfolding
► From outside: unlock the vehicle.
► From inside: with the ignition on, place
control
A in the central position and then pull it
rearwards.
The automatic door mirror folding/ unfolding function is configured via the
Driving
/ Vehicle touch screen menu.
Manual folding
The mirrors can be folded manually (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.).
►

T
urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
Function which automatically tilts the mirrors
downwards to assist with parking manoeuvres in
reverse gear. With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They return to their initial position:
–

A
few seconds after coming out of reverse
gear.
–
Once the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
(10
km/h),
–
When the engine is switched off.
It is set via the
Driving / Vehicle touch
screen menu.
Interior rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Automatic "electrochrome" model



This system automatically and progressively
transitions between day and night modes, using
a sensor that measures the light entering from
the rear of the vehicle.
To ensure optimum visibility during your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is engaged.
Rear seats
Rear head restraints

High position (use):
► Pull the head restraint fully up.
Low position (stowing; when the seats are not
in use):
►

Press the lug
A to release the head restraint
and push it down.
The rear head restraints can be removed.

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Ease of use and comfort
Air flow adjustment
► Press one of the buttons 2 (- or +) to
decrease or increase the speed of the air
booster fan.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
When the air flow is reduced to a minimum,
ventilation stops.
"OFF " is displayed alongside the fan.
Air distribution adjustment
► Press the buttons 3 to adjust the air flow
distribution inside the passenger compartment.
Windscreen and side windows
Central and side air vents
Footwells
The lighting of the button indicates that air is
being blown in the specified direction.
It is possible to activate all three buttons
simultaneously, for uniform distribution
throughout the passenger compartment.
Air conditioning on / off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It is used to:
– lower the temperature in summer;
10. "AQS (Air Quality System)” function
(depending on version)
11 . Passenger compartment pre-conditioning
(depending on version)
12. Automatic Visibility programme
13. Recirculation of interior air
14. System switch-off
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each choose
their own temperature setting.
The value indicated corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature.
►

Press one of the buttons
1 to increase (red)
or decrease (blue) the value.
It is recommended that you avoid a difference of
more than 3°C in the settings for left and right.
Automatic Comfort programme
This automatic mode ensures optimum
management of the passenger compartment
temperature, air flow and air distribution, based
on the selected comfort level.
►

Press button
5 to activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system’s automatic mode .
The indicator lamp in the button lights up
when the air conditioning system is operating
automatically.
You can adjust the intensity of the
automatic Comfort programme by using the
"OPTIONS "
button to select a profile:
–
"Soft": provides soft and quiet operation by
limiting air flow.
–
"Normal": offers the best compromise
between a comfortable temperature and quiet
operation (default setting).
–
"Fast": provides strong and effective air flow.
To change the current profile (shown by the
corresponding indicator lamp), press button

9

repeatedly until the desired profile is displayed:
The "Normal" or "Fast" profiles are the most
comfortable for passengers in the rear seats.
This profile setting is associated with automatic
mode only. However, on deactivation of the
AUTO mode, the indicator lamp for the most
recently selected profile remains on.
Changing the profile setting does not reactivate
AUTO mode if it was deactivated.
In cold weather with the engine cold, the
air flow is increased gradually until the
comfort setting has been reached, in order to
limit the delivery of cold air into the passenger
compartment.
On entering the vehicle, if the interior
temperature is much colder or warmer than
the comfort setting requested, there is no
need to alter the value displayed to more
quickly reach the required level of comfort.
The system automatically corrects the
temperature difference as quickly as possible.
"Air Quality System" (AQS)
function
Using a pollution sensor, this function
automatically activates recirculation of the
interior air once a certain level of polluting
substances in the exterior air is detected.
When the air quality returns to a satisfactory
level, recirculation of interior air is automatically
deactivated.
This function is not designed to detect
unpleasant odours.
Recirculation is automatically activated when the
windscreen wash is used or when reverse gear
is engaged.
The function does not operate if the exterior
temperature is below 5
°C, to avoid the risk of
misting of the windscreen and side windows.
To activate or deactivate the function, go to the
secondary page by using the " OPTIONS" button,
then press button 10.
Manual control
You can manually adjust one or more of these
functions, while retaining automatic control of the
other functions by the system:
–

air flow
,
–

air distribution.
As soon as you modify a setting, the indicator
lamp in the "

AUTO" button goes off.
►

Press button
5 again to reactivate the
automatic comfort programme.

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Ease of use and comfort
3Air flow adjustment
► Press one of the buttons 2 (- or +) to
decrease or increase the speed of the air
booster fan.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
When the air flow is reduced to a minimum,
ventilation stops.
"OFF " is displayed alongside the fan.
Air distribution adjustment
► Press the buttons 3 to adjust the air flow
distribution inside the passenger compartment.
Windscreen and side windows
Central and side air vents
Footwells
The lighting of the button indicates that air is
being blown in the specified direction.
It is possible to activate all three buttons
simultaneously, for uniform distribution
throughout the passenger compartment.
Air conditioning on / off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It is used to:
–

lower the temperature in summer;
– increase the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter , above 3°C.
►

Press button
4 to activate / deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the system is activated, the indicator lamp
of the button comes on.
The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow is deactivated.
To obtain cool air more quickly, use
recirculation of the interior air for a few
moments. Then return to the intake of exterior
air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in
some discomfort (humidity, misting).
Maximum air conditioning
This function automatically adjusts the
temperature setting to the lowest possible, the
air distribution towards the central and side air
vents, the air flow to maximum and activates
interior air recirculation.
►

Press button
6 to activate / deactivate the
function (the indicator lamp will come on/switch
off).
Once the function is deactivated, the system
returns to the previous settings.
Mono-zone / Dual-zone
The passenger temperature setting can be linked
to the driver's setting (mono-zone function). It is available in the secondary page by pressing
the "OPTIONS
” button.
►
Press button
8 to activate the "MONO"
function; its status is displayed as " ON".
The function is automatically deactivated if the
passenger uses their temperature adjustment
buttons (dual-zone function).
Ventilation with the ignition
on
When the ignition is switched on, you can use
the ventilation system to adjust the air flow 2
and air distribution 3 settings in the passenger
compartment, for a period which depends on the
battery charge.
This function does not allow the operation of the
air conditioning system.
Switching the system off
► Press button 14.
Its indicator lamp comes on and all other
indicator lamps for the system go off.
This action deactivates all functions of the air
conditioning system.
The temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, due to the forward
movement of the vehicle.
Interior air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of mist on the windscreen and side windows.

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Ease of use and comfort
3You can define multiple programmings.Each one is saved in the system.
To optimise battery life, we recommend
programming with the vehicle plugged in.
This feature can be programmed using a smartphone, via the
MyPeugeot
application.
With PEUGEOT Connect Radio, the
programming can only be carried out using a
smartphone, via the application.
For more information on Remotely operable
features , refer to the corresponding section.
Operating conditions
– The function is only activated when the
ignition is off and the vehicle locked .
–

The function is not activated if the battery
charge level is below 50%.
–


If recurrent programming is activated (e.g.
from Monday to Friday) and two pre-conditioning
sequences are performed without the vehicle
being used,

the programming will be deactivated.
Front fittings

1.Sun visor
2. Card holder
3. Illuminated glove box
4. Door pockets
5. USB socket(s)
/ Front 12 V socket (120 W)
Storage compartment or Wireless
smartphone charger
6. Cup holder
7. Front armrest with storage
8. USB ports or Rear 12
V socket (120 W)
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.
With the ignition on, the glove box is lit when
open.
It contains an adjustable ventilation nozzle,
distributing the same conditioned air as the vents
in the passenger compartment.
Never drive with the glove box open
when a passenger is at the front. It may
cause injury during sharp deceleration!
Cigarette lighter / 12 V
accessory socket(s)




► To use the cigarette lighter, press it in and
wait a few seconds until it pops out automatically.
►
T
o use a 12 V accessory (max. power:
120
W), remove the cigarette lighter and connect
a suitable adaptor.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone
charger, a bottle warmer, etc.
After use, put the cigarette lighter
back into place
straight away.

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Ease of use and comfort
3– High fidelity woofer/mid-range speakers:
Polyglass technology delivering balance and
precise sound.
–

TNF tweeters: Inverted dome aluminium
technology giving optimum sound dispersion and
very detailed higher frequencies.
–


12-way active amplification - 515
Watts:
Hybrid Class AB/Class D technology providing
breadth and finesse in the high frequency
signals, as well as real power in the bass.
–

Subwoofer: 200
mm triple coil Power Flower
TM
technology for defined and dynamic reproduction
of lower frequencies.
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
► With the charging area clear , place a device
in its centre.


When the portable device is detected, the
charger’s indicator lamp lights up green. It
remains lit for the whole time that the battery is
being charged.
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.
Operating check
The state of the indicator lamp allows the
operation of the charger to be monitored.
State of the
indicator lamp Meaning
Off Engine switched off.
No compatible devices
detected.
Charging finished.
Fixed green Compatible device detected.
Charging.
Flashing orange Foreign object detected in the charging zone.
Device not well centred in
the charging zone.
Fixed orange Fault with the device's battery meter.
Device battery
temperature too high.
Charger malfunction.


If the indicator lamp is lit orange:
– remove the device, then place it back in the
centre of the charging zone.
or
–

remove the device and try again in a quarter
of an hour

.

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Ease of use and comfort
Front touch-sensitive
courtesy lamp
It comes on gradually:
– when the vehicle is unlocked.
– when the ignition is switched off.
– when a door is opened.
– when the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate the vehicle.
It switches off:
– when the vehicle is locked.
– when the ignition is switched on.
– 30 seconds after the last door is closed.
The front and rear touch-sensitive reading lamps
come on and go off at the same time as the
courtesy lamp.
A long press on the courtesy lamp completely
deactivates it from coming on (confirmed by the
"OFF " symbol).
Touch-sensitive reading
lamps
► With the ignition on, press the corresponding
reading lamp.
Interior ambient lighting
The dimmed passenger compartment lighting
improves visibility in the vehicle when the light
is poor.
At night, the ambient lighting comes on/goes off
automatically when the sidelamps are switched
on/off.
If the problem persists, have the system checked=
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Front armrest
It includes a storage space.
Opening

► Press the lever beneath the cover.
The cover opens in two parts.
Closing

► Replace the two parts of the cover .
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
1. Front touch-sensitive courtesy lamp
2. Front touch-sensitive reading lamps
3.Rear touch-sensitive reading lamps

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Ease of use and comfort
3Front touch-sensitive
courtesy lamp
It comes on gradually:
– when the vehicle is unlocked.
–

when the ignition is switched off.
–


when a door is opened.
–


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


when the vehicle is locked.
–


when the ignition is switched on.
–


30 seconds after the last door is closed.
The front and rear touch-sensitive reading lamps
come on and go off at the same time as the
courtesy lamp.
A

long press on the courtesy lamp completely
deactivates it from coming on (confirmed by the
"OFF " symbol).
Touch-sensitive reading
lamps
► With the ignition on, press the corresponding
reading lamp.
Interior ambient lighting
The dimmed passenger compartment lighting
improves visibility in the vehicle when the light
is poor.
At night, the ambient lighting comes on/goes off
automatically when the sidelamps are switched
on/off.
Activation / deactivation and adjustment of the light intensity are set via the
Driving
/ Vehicle touch screen menu.
Rear fittings
12 V accessory socket

► To connect a 12 V accessory (maximum
power: 120 W), lift the cover and plug in a
suitable adaptor.
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.
USB sockets

Each USB socket is used only to power or
recharge the connected portable device.
Rear armrest

The armrest incorporates two cup holders.