2020 Peugeot 508 coolant temperature

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Instruments
1Head-up digital display
This digital instrument panel can be customised.
Depending on the display mode selected, certain
information is hidden or presented differently.
Example with the "DIALS"
display mode:


1.Fuel gauge
2. Analogue speedometer (mph or km/h)
3. Gear shift indicator (arrow and recommended
gear)
Selector position and gear on automatic
gearbox
4. Digital speedometer (mph or km/h)
5. Cruise control / speed limiter settings
Display of speed limit signs
6. Rev counter (x 1000 rpm)
7. Engine coolant temperature indicator (°C)
8. Driving mode selected (except " NORMAL"
mode)
9. Total distance recorder (miles or km)
Head-up digital display
(Hybrid)
This digital instrument panel can be customised. Depending on the display mode selected, certain
information is hidden or presented differently.
Example with the "
ÉNERGIE" display mode:


1.
Fuel gauge and remaining range (miles or
km)
2. Digital speedometer (mph or km/h)
READY Indicator lamp
3. Selector position and gear on automatic
gearbox
4. Energy flows
5. Driving mode selected
6. Power indicator
7. Battery charge level and remaining range
(miles or km)
8. Total distance recorder (miles or km)
Displays
Some lamps have a fixed location, others can
change location.
For certain functions that have indicator lamps
for both operation and deactivation, there is only
one dedicated location.
Permanent information
In the standard display, the instrument panel
shows: –

in fixed locations:
•

Information related to the gearbox and gear
shift indicator
.
•
Fuel gauge.
•

Coolant temperature indicator (Petrol or
Diesel).
•

Charge level and range indicator (Hybrid).
•

Driving mode.
•

T
otal distance recorder.
–
in variable locations:
•

Digital speedometer
.
•
Status or alert messages displayed
temporarily
.
Optional information
Depending on the display mode selected and the
active features, additional information may be
displayed:
–

Rev counter (Petrol or Diesel).
–


T
rip computer.
–

Driving aid functions.
–


Speed limiter or cruise control.
–


Media currently playing.
–


Navigation instructions.
–


Engine information (G-meters, Power-meters,
Boost,

Torque) in Sport mode.
–

Night V
ision function.
–

Power flow (Hybrid).
Customising the instrument
panel
You can modify the appearance of the instrument
panel by choosing:

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– a display colour.
– a display mode.
Display language and units
These depend on the touch screen
settings.
When travelling abroad, the speed must be
shown in the official units of the country you
are driving in (mph, miles or km/h, km).
As a safety measure, these adjustments must be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.
Choosing a display colour
(With PEUGEOT Connect Nav)
The instrument panel display colour depends on
the colour scheme chosen in this system.
► Press Settings in the banner of the
touch screen.
► Select " Color schemes".
► Select a display colour and then press
"
OK" to confirm.
Setting the display mode
In each mode, specific types of information are
displayed on the instrument panel.
Changing the display mode

► Turn the thumbwheel on the left of the
steering wheel to display and scroll through the
various modes on the right-hand side of the
instrument panel.
►

Press the thumbwheel to confirm the mode.
If you do not press the thumbwheel, the selected
display mode is automatically applied after a few
moments.
Display mode overview
– "DIALS": standard display of analogue and
digital speedometers, distance recorder and: •

fuel gauge, coolant temperature indicator
and rev counter (Petrol or Diesel).
•


fuel gauge, battery charge indicator and
power indicator (Hybrid).
–


NA
VIGATION": specific display, showing
the current navigation information (map and
navigation instructions).
–
"DRIVING": specific display, showing the
information relating to active driving aid systems. –

"NIGHT VISION"
: minimal display, plus the
infrared camera image (associated with the Night
Vision function).
– "MINIMAL ": minimal display with digital
speedometer, distance recorder and: •
fuel gauge and engine coolant temperature
indicator (Petrol or Diesel).
•

fuel gauge and battery charge indicator
(Hybrid).
–
"ÉNERGIE": specific display showing a visual
representation of the vehicle’s energy flows
(Hybrid).
– "PERSONAL": minimal display, with the ability
to select and display optional information in the
customisable areas on the left and right.
Configuring a "PERSONAL" display mode
With 8" touch screen► Press Settings in the banner of the
touch screen.
► Select " Configuration ".
► Select "Instrument panel
personalisation".
With 10" HD touch screen
► Press Settings in the banner of the
touch screen.
►

Select "
OPTIONS".
► Select " Instrument panel
personalisation".
►

For each customised display area (left and
right), select a type of information using the
corresponding scroll arrows on the touch screen:

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1• "Driving aids".
• "Empty".
•
"Engine info " (Sport mode).
•
"G-metres " (Sport mode).
•
"Temperatures " (engine oil).
•
“Media".
•
“Navigation".
•
“Trip computer".
•
"Rev counter".
•
"Energy flow" (depending on version).
•
"Power indicator" (depending on version).
•
"Energy consumption " (depending on
version).
•
"Night vision ".
►

Confirm to save and exit.
The "

PERSONAL" display mode is enabled
immediately.
Warning and indicator
lamps
Displayed as symbols, the warning and indicator
lamps inform the driver of the occurrence of a
malfunction (warning lamps) or of the operating
status of a system (operation or deactivation
indicator lamps). Certain lamps light up in two
ways (fixed or flashing) and/or in several colours.
Associated warnings
The illumination of a lamp may be accompanied
by an audible signal and/or a message displayed
in a screen. Relating the type of alert to the operating status
of the vehicle allows you to determine whether
the situation is normal or whether a fault has
occurred: refer to the description of each lamp
for further information.
When the ignition is switched on
Certain red or orange warning lamps come on
for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on. These warning lamps should go off as soon
as the engine is started.
For more information on a system or a function,
refer to the corresponding section.
Warning lamp continuously
lit
The illumination of a red or orange warning lamp
indicates the occurrence of a fault that needs
further investigation.
If a warning lamp remains lit
The references (1), (2) and (3) in the warning
and indicator lamp description indicate whether
you should contact a qualified professional in
addition to the immediate recommended actions.
(1): You must stop the vehicle
.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off
the ignition.
(2): Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
(3): Visit a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
List of warning and
indicator lamps
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOP
Fixed, associated with another warning
lamp, accompanied by the display of a
message and an audible signal.
A serious fault with the engine, braking system,
power steering, automatic gearbox or a major
electrical fault has been detected.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Maximum engine coolant temperatureFixed.
The temperature of the cooling system is
too high.
Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has
cooled down before topping up the level, if
necessary. If the problem persists, carry out (2).
Engine oil pressureFixed.
There is a fault with the engine lubrication
system.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
System malfunction (Hybrid)Fixed.
The rechargeable hybrid system is faulty.
Carry out (1) and then (2).

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Instruments
Engine coolant temperature
indicator


With the engine running:
– In zone A, the temperature is correct.
–

In zone
B, the temperature is too high; the
associated warning lamp and the central STOP
warning lamp come on in red on the instrument
panel, accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal.
You must stop the vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
After switching off the ignition, carefully open the bonnet and check the coolant
level.
For more information on Checking
levels, refer to the corresponding
section.
AdBlue® range indicators
(BlueHDi)
The Diesel BlueHDi engines are equipped with
a system that associates the SCR (Selective
Catalytic Reduction) emissions control system
and the Diesel particle filter (DPF) for the
treatment of exhaust gases. They cannot
function without AdBlue
® fluid.
When the level of AdBlue® falls below the
reserve level (between 1,500 and 0 miles (2,400
and 0

km)), a warning lamp lights up when
the ignition is switched on and an estimate
of the distance that can be travelled before
engine starting is prevented is displayed in the
instrument panel.
The engine starting prevention system required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is empty.
It is then no longer possible to start the
engine until the minimum level of AdBlue
® has
been topped up.
Manual display of the range
While the range is greater than 1,500 miles
(2,400 km), it is not displayed automatically.
The range information can be accessed via the "Check/Diagnostics" button in the
Driving/Vehicle menu of the touch screen.
Actions required related to a lack of AdBlue®
The following warning lamps light up when the
quantity of AdBlue® is lower than the reserve
level corresponding to a range of 1,500 miles
(2,400 km).
Together with the warning lamps, messages
regularly remind you of the need to top up to
avoid engine starting being prevented. Refer to
the Warning and indicator lamps section for
details of the messages displayed.
For more information on AdBlue®
(BlueHDi engines), and in particular on
topping up, refer to the corresponding section.
Warning/
indicator
lamps lit Action Remaining
range


Top up. Between 1,500 and
500
miles
(2,400 and
800
km)


Top up as
soon as
possible.Between 500
and 62
miles
(800 and
100
km)

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Driving
Driving 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 internal combustion engine or electric motor,
the gearbox and the electrical systems of the
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.
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

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Driving
6If 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.
Starting/Switching off the
engine
The electronic key must be present in the passenger compartment.
If it is not detected, a message is displayed.
Move the electronic key so that the engine
can be started or switched off.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key
not detected - Back-up starting or Back-up
switch-off" section.
Starting

► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.
►

With an
automatic gearbox, select mode P
or
N and press the brake pedal.
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button while
maintaining pressure on the pedal until the
engine starts.

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Practical information
7

► Reinsert the dipstick and push fully down,
then pull it out again to visually check the oil
level: the correct level is between marks A
(max)
and B (min).
Do not start the engine if the level is:
–

above mark
A: contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
–

below mark B

: top up the engine oil
immediately.
Oil grade
Before topping up or changing the engine
oil, check that the oil is suitable for the engine
and complies with the recommendations in
the service schedule supplied with the vehicle
(or available from your PEUGEOT dealer and
qualified workshops).
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate
the contractual warranty in the event of
engine failure.
Topping up the engine oil level
For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please
refer to the corresponding under-bonnet engine
compartment illustration.
► Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills
on engine components (risk of fire).
►

W
ait a few minutes before checking the level
again using the dipstick.
►

T
op up the level if necessary.
►

After checking the level, carefully screw the
oil filler cap back on

and replace the dipstick in
its tube.
Within 30 minutes of adding oil, the oil
level indication in the instrument panel
when the ignition is switched on is not valid.
Brake fluid
The level of this fluid should be close to the "MAX" mark. If not, check the brake
pad wear.
To know how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed
container.
Engine coolant
It is normal to top up this fluid between
two services.
The check and top-up must only be done with
the engine cold.
A low level presents a risk of serious damage to
the engine.
The level of this fluid should be close to the
"MAX" mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the " MIN” mark, it
is essential to top up.
When the engine is hot, the temperature of this
fluid is regulated by the fan.
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at
least one hour after switching off the engine
before carrying out any work.
In order to avoid the risk of scalding if you need
to top up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to
allow the pressure to drop.
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap
and top up to the required level.
Screenwash fluid
Top up to the required level when necessary.
Fluid specification
The fluid must be topped up with a ready-to-use
mixture.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a liquid
containing an agent to prevent freezing must
be used which is appropriate for the prevailing
conditions, in order to protect the elements of the
system (pump, tank, ducts, jets, etc.).
Filling with pure water is prohibited under
all circumstances (risk of freezing,
limestone deposits, etc.).

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Alphabetical index
I
i-Cockpit® amplify function 44
Ignition
98, 238
Ignition on

98
Immobiliser, electronic

97
Indicator, AdBlue® range

18
Indicator, coolant temperature

18
Indicator, engine oil level

17
Indicators, direction

66, 182
Inflating tyres

167, 204
Inflating tyres and accessories
(using the kit)

174, 176
Infrared camera

69, 112
Instrument panel

9, 20–21, 113
Instrument panel (Hybrid)

9
Internet browser

228, 232
ISOFIX mountings

89
J
Jack 173–174, 177, 235
Jump starting
189
K
Key 25–26, 29
Key, electronic
27–28
Keyless Entry and Starting

27–29, 97–98
Key not recognised

99
Key with remote control 25, 97
Kit, hands-free
213–214, 236–237
Kit, puncture repair

173–174
Kit, temporary puncture repair

173–176
L
Labels, identification 204
Lamp, boot
64
Lamps, parking

66
Lamps, rear

182–183
Lams with “Full LED" technology

67, 69, 181
Lane assist

121, 125–126, 128
Lane departure warning active

131, 135
Leather (care)

171
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

66, 181–183
Level, AdBlue®

166
Level, brake fluid

165
Level, Diesel additive

166
Level, engine coolant

18, 165
Level, engine oil

17, 164
Levels and checks

164–166
Level, screenwash fluid

72, 165
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

66, 181–183
Lighting, cornering

69
Lighting dimmer

20
Lighting, exterior

65
Lighting, guide-me home

26, 67–68
Lighting, interior

58–59
Lighting, mood

59
Lighting, welcome

67–68
Loading 160–161
Load reduction mode
162
Locating your vehicle

26
Locking

26–27
Locking from the inside

30
Locking the doors

30–31
Long objects, transporting

60
Low fuel level

151
Lumbar

42–43
M
Mains socket (domestic network) 154, 158
Maintenance (advice)
153, 170
Maintenance, routine

113, 166
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)

11 2
Map reading lamps

59–60
Markings, identification

204
Massage function

44
Massage, multi-point

44
Mat

58, 113
Memorising a speed

120–121
Menu

212
Menu, main

23
Menus (audio)

207–208, 220–221
Menu short cuts

23
Messages

238
Messages, quick

238
Mirror, rear view

46
Mirrors, door

45–46, 52, 135
Mirror, vanity

55