2020 Peugeot 508 tailgate

158
Practical information
Before disconnecting the nozzle from the
charging connector:
►
If the vehicle is unlocked, lock it and then
unlock it .
►


If the vehicle is locked, unlock it.
The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to
confirm that the charging nozzle is unlocked.
►


Within
30 seconds, remove the charging
nozzle.
Domestic charging (mode 2)
The end of charging is confirmed by the fixed
lighting of the green CHARGE indicator lamp on
the control unit and by the fixed lighting of the
green light guides in the flap.
►

After disconnection, remove the protective
cover from the nozzle and close the charging
flap.
►


Disconnect the control unit's charging cable
from the domestic socket.
Accelerated charging (mode 3)
The end of charging is confirmed by the
accelerated charging unit (Wallbox) and by the
fixed lighting of the green light guides in the flap.
►

After disconnection, replace the nozzle on the
charging unit and close the charging flap.
Deferred charging
By default, charging begins when the nozzle
is connected. Deferred charging can be
programmed.
Settings
► In the Hybrid touch screen menu,
select the Charge tab.
►

Set the charging start time.
►


Press
OK.
The setting is saved in the system.
You can also programme the deferred charging function using a smartphone, via
the MyPeugeot
application.
For more information on Remotely operable
features , refer to the corresponding section.
Activation
► Connect the vehicle to the desired charging
equipment.
► Press this button in the flap within one
minute to activate the system (confirmed
by the light guides coming on in blue).
Towing device
Load distribution
► Distribute 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.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing
engine performance.
The maximum towable load
must be reduced by 10% per 1,000
metres of
altitude.
Use genuine towing devices and their
wiring harnesses approved by
PEUGEOT. We recommend having them
fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If not fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer, they must
still be fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Important: with a hands-free tailgate, if a
towing device is fitted outside the PEUGEOT
dealer network, it is essential to visit a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
to recalibrate the detection system. Risk of
malfunction of the hands-free function!
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions
are automatically deactivated while an
approved towing system is in use.
Comply with the maximum authorised
towable weight, as indicated on your
vehicle's registration certificate, on the
manufacturer's label and in the Technical
data section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum authorised
nose weight (towball weight) also includes
the use of accessories (bicycle carriers,
tow boxes, etc.).
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Vehicle equipped with motorised
tailgate with hands-free function
To avoid unintentionally opening the tailgate
while operating the towing device:
– Deactivate this function in advance in your
vehicle's configuration menu.
– Or remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
Towing device with retractable ball joint
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 unintentional 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 storage
position or the usage position.
The unlocking handle is behind the rear bumper,
protected by a storage case.
To reach the handle:

159
Practical information
7– Deactivate this function in advance in your
vehicle's configuration menu.
–

Or remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
Towing device with retractable ball joint
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 unintentional 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 storage
position or the usage position.
The unlocking handle is behind the rear bumper,
protected by a storage case.
To reach the handle:


► Pass your hand flat under the rear bumper
with the palm facing upwards.
►

Insert your hand into the storage case and
grasp the handle.
T

o unlock the towball:
►

Pull the handle firmly downwards to release
it.


The towball hangs, hooked onto its shaft.
As soon as you release the handle, it is engaged
automatically in its storage case.
Usage position
Towball unlocked:

► Grasp the towball and rotate it while raising it
until it locks into place, in the vertical position.
The towball must be folded away when using a high-pressure washer.
Do not direct the jet from less than 30
cm
from the towing system.

161
Practical information
7Fitting on longitudinal bars
(SW)


The transverse bars must be fixed at the
engraved markings on the longitudinal bars.
Maximum load distributed over the
transverse roof bars, for a loading height
not exceeding 40 cm (except bicycle carrier):
80 kg.
As this value may change, please verify the
maximum load quoted in the guide supplied
with the roof bars.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the speed
of the vehicle to the profile of the road to
avoid damaging the roof bars and the fixings
on the vehicle.
Be sure to refer to national legislation in order
to comply with the regulations for transporting
objects that are longer than the vehicle.
Recommendations
Distribute the load uniformly, taking care
to avoid overloading one of the sides.
Arrange the heaviest part of the load as close
as possible to the roof.
Secure the load securely.
Drive gently: the vehicle will be more
susceptible to the effects of side winds and its
stability may be affected.
Regularly check the security and tight
fastening of the roof bars, at least before each
trip.
Remove the roof bars once they are no longer
needed.
Roof box
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop to obtain the compatible
fasteners.


Sunroof
Do not operate the sunroof when using
roof bars - risk of major damage!
Bicycle / accessory carrier
Do not attach an accessory carrier to the
tailgate.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve
traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle
when braking.
The snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels. They must never be
fitted to "space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation specific to each country on the use of snow chains
and the maximum authorised speed.
Use only chains designed to be fitted to the type
of wheel fitted to the vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size 215/60R16 9 mm
215/55 R17 9 mm
235/45 R18 Not suitable for chains
(with standard chains)

170
Practical information
If the AdBlue® tank is completely empty
– which is confirmed by the message
"Top up

AdBlue: Starting impossible" – it is
essential to add at least 5 litres.
Free-wheeling
In certain situations, you must allow the vehicle
to free-wheel (while being towed, on a rolling
road, in an automatic car wash, or being
transported by rail or sea freight, etc.).
The procedure varies according to the type of
gearbox and parking brake.
With a manual gearbox and
electric parking brake
/
Release procedure
► With the engine running and while depressing
the brake pedal, move the gear selector to the
neutral position.
►

While depressing the brake pedal, switch off
the ignition.
►


Release the brake pedal, then switch on the
ignition again.
►


While depressing the brake pedal, press the
control lever to release the parking brake.
►


Release the brake pedal, then switch off the
ignition.
Reverting to normal operation
► While depressing the brake pedal, start the
engine.
With an automatic gearbox
and electric parking brake
/
Release procedure
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine
running, select mode N and switch off the
ignition.
Within 5
seconds:
►

Switch on the ignition again.
►


While depressing the brake pedal, move the
push selector forwards or backwards to confirm
mode

N.
►

While depressing the brake pedal, press the
control lever to release the parking brake.
►


Release the brake pedal, switch off the
ignition.
If the 5-second time limit is exceeded, the
gearbox engages mode P

; it is then necessary to
restart the procedure.
Reverting to normal operation
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the
engine.
Keyless Entry and Starting
You must not depress the brake pedal
while switching the ignition on or off. If you do,
the engine will start, requiring you to restart
the procedure.
Advice on care and maintenance
General recommendations
Observe the following recommendations to avoid
damaging your vehicle.
Exterior
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment, due to the risk
of damaging electrical components.
Do not wash the vehicle in strong sunshine or
extremely cold conditions.
When washing the vehicle at an
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure
to lock the doors and, depending on version,
remove the electronic key and deactivate the
“hands-free” function (“Hands-Free Tailgate
Access”).
When using a pressure washer, hold the
lance at least 30 cm from the vehicle
(particularly when cleaning areas containing
chipped paint, sensors or seals).
Promptly clean up any stains containing
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's paint

172
In the event of a breakdown
Warning triangle
As a safety precaution, before leaving your
vehicle to set up and install the triangle, switch
on the hazard warning lamps and put on your
high visibility vest.
Storage compartment

There is a compartment in the interior trim of the
tailgate to store a warning triangle.
►
After opening the tailgate, release the cover
by turning the screw a quarter turn to the left.
Assembling and placing the triangle


For versions supplied with a triangle as original
equipment, refer to the illustration above.
For other versions, refer to the assembly
instructions provided with the triangle.
►

Put the triangle in place behind the vehicle,
as required by local legislation.
Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
With Diesel engines, the fuel system must be
primed if you run out of fuel.
Before starting to prime the system, it is
essential to put at least 5 litres of Diesel into the
fuel tank.
For more information on Refuelling and
on Misfuel prevention (Diesel), please
refer to the corresponding section.
For non-BlueHDi versions, the fuel system
components are located in the engine
compartment, possibly under the removable
cover.
For more information on the Engine
compartment, in particular the location
of these components under the bonnet,
please refer to the corresponding section.
1.5 BlueHDi engines
► Switch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
►

W
ait around 1 minute and switch off the
ignition.
►

Operate the starter motor to start the engine.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.
2.0 BlueHDi engines
► Switch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
►

W
ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
►

Repeat the operation 10
times.
►

Operate the starter motor to start the engine.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.

185
In the event of a breakdown
8

Fuse N°Rating (A)Functions
F1 10 A"Electrochrome" mirrors.
F3 5 AAdaptive 3D rear lamps.
F4 15 AHorn.
F5 20 ARear screenwash pump (SW).
F6 20 AWindscreen wash pump.
F7 10 ARear USB ports.
F8 20 ARear wiper (SW).
F10 30 ACentral locking.
F 11 30 ATailgate locking/unlocking.
F14 5 AEmergency and assistance calls - Alarm control unit.
F24 5 AHi-Fi amplifier.
F27 5 AAlarm siren.
F29 20 ATouch screen audio system.
F31 15 ARear 12
V socket.

187
In the event of a breakdown
8Fuse N°Rating (A)Functions
F36 30 APanoramic sunroof.
F37 30 APanoramic sunroof blind.
F38 30 AElectric seats.
F39 30 AMotorised tailgate unit.
F40 25 AAdditional heating.
Trailer interface unit


Fuse N° Rating (A)Functions
F36 20 ABrake lamps - Reversing lamps (trailer).
F37 20 ASidelamps - Direction indicators (trailer).
F38 20 AInterior lighting (caravan).
F40 2 AAudible signal (trailer).
Engine compartment fuses
The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.

246
Alphabetical index
Electric automatic gearbox (Hybrid) 105
Electric windows
38
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

78
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

78
Emergency call

76
Emergency switching off

99
Emergency warning lamps

75, 172
Emissions control system, SCR

19, 168
Energy economy mode

162
Energy flows

23
Energy recovery

19, 106
Engine

168
Engine compartment

164–165
Engine, Diesel

151, 164, 172, 199, 201
Engine, petrol

108, 164, 198
Engines

197–199, 201
Environment

7, 30, 54
e-Save function (energy reserve)

24
ESC (electronic stability control)

78
Expanded traffic sign recognition

11 6
F
Fatigue detection 130–131
Filling the AdBlue® tank
166, 169
Filling the fuel tank

151–152
Filter, air

166
Filter, oil

166
Filter, particle

166
Filter, passenger compartment

48, 166
Fitting a wheel

178–179
Fitting roof bars 160–161
Fittings, boot
60
Fittings, interior

55
Fittings, rear

59
Flap, charging

153, 156–158
Flap, fuel filler

151–152
Flashing indicators

66, 182
Flat bed (recovery)

195
Fluid, brake

165
Fluid, engine coolant

165
Foglamps, rear

65, 183
Folding the rear seats

47–48
Four-wheel drive (4WD)

162
Frequency (radio)

233–234
Fuel

7, 151
Fuel consumption

7, 19
Fuel tank

151–152
Full Park Assist

145
Fusebox, dashboard

184
Fusebox, engine compartment

184, 187–188
Fuses

183–184, 187–188
Fuses, dashboard

184
Fuses, engine compartment

189
G
Gauge, fuel 151
Gearbox, automatic
102–105, 107, 110, 167, 190
Gearbox, manual

102, 107, 110, 167
Gear lever, manual gearbox

102
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency
indicator
108–109
Glove box

55
G.P.S.

227
Grab handles

55
H
Hands-free access 36
Hands-free tailgate
34, 36–37
Hazard warning lamps

75, 172
headlamp adjustment

67
Headlamp adjustment

67
Headlamps, automatic dipping

68–69
Headlamps, automatic illumination

67
Headlamps, dipped beam

181–182
Headlamps, halogen

67, 181–182
Headlamps, main beam

181–182
Head restraints, front

42
Head restraints, rear

46–48
Heating

48, 53–54
Heating, additional

53–54
Heating, programmable

24, 53–54
Hi-Fi system

56
Hill start assist

106–107
Histogramme, fuel consumption

23–24
Horn

76
Horn for pedestrians

76
Hybrid

23, 98, 152, 202
Hybrid engine

202