2020 Peugeot 508 towing

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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.

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Practical information
► Raise the electrical socket cover and connect
the plug for the trailer or carrying device.
►

Attach the trailer
’s safety cable to the ring 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 with the towball
in place.
Towball unlocked and socket disconnected:


► Grasp the towball and rotate it until it locks
into place, in the horizontal position.
Contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified
workshop for any work on the towing system.
Roof bars
As a safety measure and to avoid damaging the roof, it is essential to use
the transverse bars approved for the vehicle.
You must see a PEUGEOT dealer to obtain
these roof bars and their specific fixings.
Observe the instructions on fitting and use
contained in the guide supplied with the roof
bars.
Fitting directly to the roof
(Hatchback)


At the front

At the rear
The transverse bars must only be attached to
the four anchor points located on the roof frame.
These points are hidden by the door seals; lift up
the seal to access the anchor point.
The roof bar fixings include a lug to be fitted in
the pin of each fixing point.
Fitting 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.

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In the event of a breakdown
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 the vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to obtain the one that was intended
by the manufacturer.
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 wheel 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

4. 12 V compressor with a cartridge of sealant
and a speed limit sticker
For temporary repair of a tyre and to adjust
the tyre pressure.
For more information about the Temporary
puncture repair kit, refer to the corresponding
section.
With spare wheel

5. Wheelbrace
For removing the wheel trim and the wheel
bolts.
6. Jack with integrated handle
To raise the vehicle.
7. Wheel bolt cap remover (depending on
equipment)
For removing the wheel bolt head finishers on
alloy wheels.
For more information on the Spare wheel, refer
to the corresponding section.
Temporary puncture repair kit
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view
explanatory videos.

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In the event of a breakdown
Disconnection
Never reverse the order of the
disconnection steps - risk of irreversible
damage!
►

Disconnect the (-)

terminal of the rear battery
using the black quick-release connector.


► Disconnect the (+) terminal of the front
battery by disconnecting the red quick-release
clamp: •

Raise lever

A
fully to release clamp
B
.
•

Remove clamp

B
by lifting it off.
Reconnection
Never reverse the order of the
reconnection steps - risk of irreversible
damage!


► Connect the (+) terminal of the front battery
by connecting the red quick-release clamp: •

Raise lever

A
fully.
•

Refit the open clamp

B
on the (+) terminal.
•

Push clamp
B fully down.
•

Lower lever

A
to lock clamp B.
►

Connect the
(-) terminal to the rear battery
using the black quick-release terminal connector.
After reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the
engine, to enable the electronic systems to
initialise.
If minor problems nevertheless persist following
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the relevant section, reset certain
equipment:
–

Electronic key
.
–

Sunroof and electric sun blind.
–


Electric windows.
– Date and time.
– Preset radio stations.
Towing the vehicle
General recommendations
Observe 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 towing
arm; 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.
A professional towing service must be
called if:
–

Broken down on a motorway or main road.
–


Not possible to put
the gearbox into neutral,
unlock the steering, or release the parking
brake.
–

Not possible to tow a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox, with the engine running.
–


T

owing with only two wheels on the ground.
–

Four-wheel drive vehicle.
–


No approved towbar available.

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In the event of a breakdown
8Hybrid vehicles
Before any intervention, with the ignition on, depress the brake pedal and select mode N, then switch off the hybrid system (READY indicator lamp
off).
Always call on professionals for recovery of the vehicle on a flatbed lorry or trailer .
Use the towing eye only
to free the vehicle where it is stuck, or to secure it for recovery on a flatbed lorry or trailer .
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine / gearbox) Front wheels on the
ground Rear wheels on the
ground Flatbed
4 wheels on the ground
with towbar
Internal combustion / Manual


Internal combustion / Automatic

Hybrid 2WD

2WD: 2-wheel drive.
In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a p
rofessional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).

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In the event of a breakdown
Access to the tools

Hatchback

SW
The towing eye is stored in a tool box, under the
boot floor.
For more information on accessing the Tool kit,
refer to the corresponding section.
Towing your vehicle
To access the front screw thread:

► Unclip the cover by pressing at its lower
section.
►

Release the cover to the right and then
downwards.
T

o be towed:
►

Screw the towing eye in fully
.
►

Install the towbar
.
►

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

Unlock the steering and release the parking
brake.
►

Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both
vehicles.
►

Move off gently
, drive slowly and only for a
short distance.
Towing another vehicle
To access the rear screw thread:

► Unclip the cover by pressing at its lower part.
T o tow:
►

Screw the towing eye in fully
.
►

Install the towbar
.
►

Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both
vehicles.
►


Move off gently
, drive slowly and only for a
short distance.

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Technical data
9Engine 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
the vehicle are indicated on the registration
document, as well as in sales brochures.
These values are also indicated on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The GTW (Gross Train Weight) values and the
towable loads listed are valid for a maximum
altitude of 1,000
metres. The towable load must
be reduced by steps of 10% for each additional
1,000 metres.
The maximum authorised nose weight
corresponds to the weight permitted on the
towball.
When exterior temperatures are high, the
vehicle performance may be limited in
order to protect the engine. When the exterior
temperature is higher than 37°C, reduce the
towed weight.
Towing even with a lightly loaded vehicle can adversely affect its road holding.
Braking distances are increased when towing
a trailer.
When using a vehicle to tow, never exceed
a speed of 62 mph (100
km/h) (observe the
local legislation in force).

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Alphabetical index
Reset trip 21
Rev counter
9
Reversing camera

112, 138–140
Reversing lamps

182–183
Roof bars

160–161
Running out of fuel (Diesel)

172
S
Safety, children 82, 85–91, 93
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel)
166
Screen menu map

212
Screenwash

72
Screenwash, front

71
Screenwash, rear

72
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)

19, 168
Seat angle

42
Seat belts

80–81, 87
Seat belts, rear

80
Seat, rear bench

46
Seats, electric

43–44
Seats, front

42–44
Seats, heated

44
Seats, rear

46–48, 85
Selector, gear

102–106
Sensors (warnings)

11 2
Serial number, vehicle

204
Service indicator

16, 20
Servicing

16, 166, 167–168
Settings, equipment

22, 24
Settings, system

215, 239
Sidelamps

66, 181–183
Side parking sensors 138
Ski flap
60
Smartphone

24, 54, 157–158
Snow chains

111, 161–162
Socket, 12 V accessory

55, 59, 63
Socket, auxiliary

211, 235
Socket, Jack

235
Speakers

56
Speed limiter

115–118, 120–121
Speed limit recognition

113, 115
Speedometer

9, 113
Sport mode

107–108
Spotlamps, side

68
Stability control (ESC)

78–79
Starting a Diesel engine

151
Starting the engine

98
Starting the vehicle

97, 102–105
Starting using another battery

99, 189
State of charge, battery

23, 153
Station, radio

208–209, 233–234
Steering mounted controls, audio

206, 220
Steering wheel, adjustment

45
Stickers, customising ~ Stickers,
expressive

171
Stopping the vehicle

98, 102–105
Stop & Start

22, 49, 52, 109–110,
151, 162, 166, 192
Storage

55, 58–60
Storage box

64
Storage compartments

55
Storage wells

60, 64
Storing driving positions

44
Stowing rings

60, 63Sunroof, panoramic 39–40
Sunshine sensor
48
Sun visor

55
Suspension

167
Suspension with variable vibration
reduction

107
Synchronising the remote control

30
T
Tables of engines 202
Tables of fuses
184, 187–188
Tailgate

34
Tank, fuel

151–152
Technical data

198–199, 201–202
Telephone

57, 213–215, 236–238
Temperature, coolant

18
Thermal preconditioning of the passenger
compartment

24, 54
Ticket holder

55
Time (setting)

216, 240
TMC (Traffic info)

227
Tool box

64
Tools

173–174
Topping-up AdBlue®

169
Total distance recorder

20
Touch screen

22–23, 54
Towbar

79, 158
Towed loads

197–199, 201–202
Towing another vehicle

194, 196
Traction control (ASR)

78–79
Traffic information (TMC)

227