2021 Peugeot 308 ECO mode

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Driving
Driving aids
You should hold the steering wheel
with both hands, always use the interior and
exterior rear view mirrors, always keep the
feet close to the pedals and take a break
every two hours.
Manoeuvring aids
The driver must always check the
surroundings of the vehicle before and during
the whole manoeuvre, in particular using the
mirrors.
Radar
The operation of the radar as well as the
associated functions may be impaired through
the accumulation of dirt (mud, frost, etc.), in
certain difficult weather conditions (very heavy
rain, snow) or if the bumper is damaged.
If the front bumper is to be repainted, contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop;
certain types of paint could interfere with the
operation of the radar.
Driving aids camera
This camera and its associated functions
may be impaired or not work if the windscreen
area in front of the camera is dirty, misty,
frosty, covered with snow, damaged or
masked by a sticker.
On versions with camera alone, this message
indicates to you that the camera is obstructed:
Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done when the
tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 1 hour or
after a journey of less than 6 miles (10
km) at
moderate speeds).
Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures
shown on the label.
Snow chains
The system does not have to be
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow
chains.
Under-inflation alert
This is signalled by the fixed illumination of this warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and, depending on equipment, the
display of a message.
►

Reduce speed immediately
, avoid excessive
steering movements and avoid sudden braking.
►

Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
The loss of pressure detected does not always cause visible bulging of the tyre.
Do not rely on just a visual check.
►

Using a compressor
, such as the one in
the temporary puncture repair kit, check the
pressures of the four tyres when cold.
►

If it is not possible to make this check
immediately

, drive carefully at reduced speed.
► In the event of a puncture, use the
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare wheel
(depending on equipment).
The alert is kept active until the system is reinitialised.
Reinitialisation
The system must be reinitialised after any
adjustment to the pressure of one or more tyres,
and after changing one or more wheels.
Before reinitialising the system, make
sure that the pressures of the four tyres
are correct for the conditions of use of the
vehicle and conform to the values written on
the tyre pressure label.
Check the pressures of the four tyres before
performing the reinitialisation.
The system does not advise if a pressure is
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.
With the vehicle stationary, the system is
reinitialised via the Driving/V ehicle touch
screen menu.
The reinitialisation is confirmed by the display of
a message and an audible signal.
Malfunction
These warning lamps come on in the event of a malfunction.
A message appears, accompanied by an audible
signal.
In this case, the tyre under-inflation monitoring
function is no longer performed.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Driving and manoeuvring
aids - General
recommendations
Driving and manoeuvring aids cannot, in
any circumstances, replace the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.
The driver must comply with the Highway
Code, must remain in control of the vehicle in
all circumstances and must be able to retake
control of it at all times. The driver must adapt
the speed to climactic conditions, traffic and
the state of the road.
It is the driver's responsibility to constantly
check the traffic, to assess the relative
distances and speeds of other vehicles and to
anticipate their movements before indicating
and changing lane.
The systems cannot exceed the limits of the
laws of physics.

103
Driving
6On detecting speed limit information, the system
displays the value.


For a suggested maximum speed, the first time
that the vehicle exceeds it by more than 3 mph
(5
km/h) (e.g. 59 mph (95 km/h)), the speed is
displayed and flashes for 10 seconds (depending
on version).
Operating limits
The system does not take account of reduced
speed limits, especially those imposed in the
following cases:
–

Poor weather (rain, snow).
–


Atmospheric pollution.
–

Towing.
–

Driving with a space-saver type spare wheel
or snow chains fitted.
–


T
yre repaired using the temporary puncture
repair kit.
–

Y
oung drivers.
The system may not display the speed limit if it
does not detect a speed limit sign within a preset
period and in the following situations:
–

Road signs that are obstructed, non-standard,
damaged or bent.
–


Obsolete or incorrect maps.
Recommendation

In addition to Speed Limit Recognition and
Recommendation, the driver can select the
speed displayed as a speed setting for the speed
limiter or cruise control using the speed limiter or
cruise control 'store' button.
For more information on the Speed
limiter, Cruise control or Adaptive
cruise control, refer to the corresponding
sections.
Steering mounted controls
1. Speed limiter/cruise control mode selection
2. Memorise the speed setting
Information displayed on the
instrument panel


3.Speed limit indication
4. Speed memorisation prompt
5. Current speed setting
Storing the speed setting

► Switch on the speed limiter/cruise control.
The speed limiter/cruise control information is
displayed.
Upon detecting a sign suggesting a new speed
setting, the system displays the value and
"
MEM" flashes for a few seconds, prompting you
to save it as a new speed setting.
If there is a difference of less than 6 mph
(9 km/h) between the speed setting and
the speed displayed by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation, the
"MEM" symbol is not displayed.
►

Press button
2once to save the suggested
speed value.
A message is displayed, confirming the request.

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Driving
► press button 5 to display the memorised
speed settings,
► press the button for the desired speed
setting.
The selection screen closes after a few
moments.
This setting becomes the new limit speed.
To modify the cruise speed setting based on the speed suggested by the Speed Limit Recognition
and Recommendation, as shown on the
instrument panel:
► Press button 5 once; a message is displayed
to confirm the memorisation request.
► Press button 5 again to save the suggested
speed.
The speed is immediately shown on the
instrument panel as the new speed setting.
Temporarily exceeding the
speed setting
► Press the accelerator pedal down fully.
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and
the displayed speed setting flashes.
► Release the accelerator pedal to return to
below the programmed speed.
When the limit speed is exceeded but this is not
due to action by the driver (in case of a steep
slope, for example), an audible signal triggers
immediately.
On a steep descent or in the event of
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter will

► Press button 2again to confirm and save the
new speed setting.
The display then reverts to its previous state.
Speed limiter
Refer to the General recommendations on the
use of driving and manoeuvring aids .
This system prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the
driver (speed setting).
The speed limiter is switched on manually.
The minimum speed setting is 19 mph (30
km/h).
The speed setting remains in the system
memory when the ignition is switched off.
Steering-mounted control



1. ON (LIMIT position)/OFF (position 0) 2.
Reduce the speed setting
3. Increase the speed setting
4. Pause/resume speed limiter with the speed
setting previously stored
5. Depending on version:
Display the speed thresholds saved using the
Memorising speeds function
or
Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation ( MEM
display)
6. Display and adjustment of the programmed
inter-vehicle distance
For more information on Memorising speeds
or the Speed Limit Recognition and
Recommendation, refer to the corresponding
sections.
Information displayed on
the instrument panel


6. Speed limiter on/pause status indication
7. Speed limiter mode selection indication
8. Programmed speed value
9.Speed suggested by the Speed Limit
recognition and recommendation system
(depending on version)
Switching on/pausing
► Turn thumbwheel 1 to the "LIMIT" position to
select the speed limiter; the function is paused.
►

If you are satisfied with the limit speed setting
(most recent speed setting programmed in the
system), press button

4 to switch the speed
limiter on.
►

Pressing button 4

again temporarily pauses
the function.
An audible warning will sound if the vehicle's speed exceeds the speed
setting for an extended period.
Adjusting the limit speed setting
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on in
order to set the speed.
To modify the limit speed setting based on the
vehicle’s current speed:
►

Briefly press button
2 or 3 to change the
value in steps of +
or - 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
►

Press and hold button

2
or 3 to change the
value in steps of +
or - 5 mph (8 km/h).
To modify the limit speed setting using memorised speeds and from the touch screen:

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Driving
Modifying the cruise speed
setting
Cruise control must be active.
To modify the cruise speed setting, based on the
current speed of the vehicle:
► Briefly press button 2 or 3 to change the
value in steps of + or - 1 mph (km/h).
► Press and hold button 2 or 3 to change the
value in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h).
Pressing and holding button 2 or
3 results in a rapid change in the speed
of the vehicle.
As a precaution, we recommend setting a cruise speed fairly close to the current
speed of your vehicle, to avoid any sudden
acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle.
To modify the cruise speed setting using memorised speed settings and from the touch
screen:
► press button 5 to display the memorised
speed settings,
► press the button for the desired speed
setting.
The selection screen closes after a few
moments.
This setting becomes the new cruise speed.
To modify the cruise speed setting using the speed suggested by the Speed Limit Recognition
and Recommendation shown on the instrument
panel:
– On winding or steep roads.
– On slippery or flooded roads.
–

In poor weather conditions.
–


Driving on a speed circuit.
–


Driving on a rolling road.
–


When using snow chains, non-slip covers
or studded tyres.
Cruise control
Refer to the General recommendations on the
use of driving and manoeuvring aids and to
Cruise control - particular recommendations.
This system automatically keeps the vehicle’s speed at the cruise value
programmed by the driver (speed setting),
without using the accelerator pedal.
Cruise control is switched on manually.
It requires a minimum vehicle speed of 19 mph
(30

km/h).
With a manual gearbox, third gear or higher must
be engaged.
With an automatic gearbox, mode

D
or second
gear or higher in mode

M
must be engaged.
Depending on engine, cruise control is
paused manually (button 4) or by
pressing the brake or clutch pedal or if the
electronic stability control (ESC) system is
triggered for safety reasons.
Depending on engine, with a manual gearbox
and Stop & Start, cruise control remains
active after changing gear.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
speed setting.
Steering mounted control

1. ON (CRUISE position) / OFF (position 0)
2. Activate cruise control at the current speed /
decrease speed setting
3. Activate cruise control at the current speed /
increase speed setting
4. Pause / resume cruise control with the speed
setting previously saved
5. Depending on version:
Display the speed thresholds saved using the
Memorising speeds function
or
Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation ( MEM
display)
For more information on Memorising speeds
or the Speed Limit Recognition and
Recommendation, refer to the corresponding
sections.
Information displayed on
the instrument panel


6. Cruise control pause/resume
7. Cruise control mode selection
8. Speed setting value
9. Speed suggested by the Speed Limit
recognition and recommendation system
(depending on version)
Switching on/pausing
► Turn thumbwheel 1 to the "CRUISE" position
to select cruise control mode; the function is
paused.
►

Press button
2 or 3 to activate cruise control
and save a speed setting when the vehicle has
reached the desired speed; the vehicle’s current
speed is saved as the speed setting.
►

Release the accelerator pedal.
►


Pressing button 4

temporarily pauses the
function.
►

Pressing button 4

again restores operation of
the cruise control (ON).

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Driving
Mode D or M must be selected.
► With the vehicle moving, press one of the
buttons 2 or 3: the current speed of your vehicle
becomes the cruise speed setting.
– the current speed of your vehicle, if it is over
19 mph (30 km/h),
– 19 mph (30 km/h), if it is below 19 mph
(30 km/h).
Saving your settings
Switching off the ignition cancels any speed
setting value chosen by the driver.
The inter-vehicle distance is set at " Normal"
(2 dashes) by default. Otherwise, the last
value selected will be used when the system is
switched on.
Pause
The cruise control can be paused manually:
– either by action by the driver:
• On the button 4 (Pause).
• On the brake pedal.
• On the electric parking brake control.
• On the clutch pedal, by pressing for
approximately 10 seconds or more.
• When changing from mode D to N with an
automatic gearbox.
– or automatically:
• If the ESC system is activated, for safety
reasons.
• When the speed of the vehicle goes below
19 mph (30 km/h) (1,100 rpm) with a manual
gearbox.
With the Stop function (with the EAT8 automatic
gearbox), the system manages braking until the
vehicle comes to a complete stop.
The brake lamps come on if the vehicle is slowed down by the system.
It can be dangerous to drive if the brake
lamps are not in perfect working order.


To do this, it uses a radar fitted in the front
bumper.
Primarily designed for driving on main
roads and motorways, this system only
works with moving vehicles driving in the
same direction as your vehicle.
If the driver operates a direction indicator
to overtake a slower vehicle, the cruise
control allows the vehicle to temporarily
approach the vehicle in front to assist the
overtaking manoeuvre, without ever
exceeding the speed setting.
Some vehicles present on the road may
not be properly detected or may be
misinterpreted by the camera and/or radar
(e.g. a lorry), which may lead to a poor
assessment of distances and lead to the
vehicle accelerating or braking
inappropriately.
Operating principle
The system automatically adapts the speed of
your vehicle to that of the vehicle in front, to
maintain a constant distance.
If the vehicle in front is driving more slowly,
the system slows, or even stops your vehicle
completely (with the EAT8 automatic gearbox),
using engine braking and the braking system.
If the vehicle in front accelerates or changes
lane, the cruise control progressively accelerates
your vehicle to return to the programmed speed.
The brake lamps illuminate as soon as the braking system is activated to
decelerate the vehicle.
This system is a driving aid that cannot, in any circumstances, replace the need
to observe speed limits and safety distances,
nor the need for vigilance on the part of the
driver.
The driver must remain in control of their
vehicle at all times by keeping both hands on
the steering wheel and keeping their feet near
the brake and accelerator pedals.
Steering-mounted controls
1. ON (CRUISE position)/OFF (position 0)
2. Activation of cruise control at the current
speed/decrease speed setting
3. Activation of cruise control at the current
speed/increase speed setting
4. Pause/resume cruise control with the speed
setting previously saved
5. Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation ( MEM
display)
6. Display and adjustment of the distance
setting to the vehicle in front
Switching on
► With the engine running, turn the
thumbwheel 1 to the "CRUISE" position. The
system is paused (grey display).
With a manual gearbox, vehicle speed must be
between 19 and 112 mph (30
and 180 km/h).
With an automatic gearbox, vehicle speed must
be between 0 and 112 mph (0
and 180 km/h).

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Driving
6Mode D or M must be selected.
► With the vehicle moving, press one of the
buttons
2 or 3: the current speed of your vehicle
becomes the cruise speed setting.
–

the current speed of your vehicle, if it is over
19 mph (30 km/h),
–


19 mph (30
km/h), if it is below 19 mph
(30
km/h).
Saving your settings
Switching off the ignition cancels any speed
setting value chosen by the driver.
The inter-vehicle distance is set at " Normal"
(2 dashes) by default. Otherwise, the last
value selected will be used when the system is
switched on.
Pause
The cruise control can be paused manually:
– either by action by the driver:
•

On the button
4 (Pause).
•

On the brake pedal.
•


On the electric parking brake control.
•


On the clutch pedal, by pressing for
approximately 10 seconds or more.
•


When changing from mode

D
to N with an
automatic gearbox.
–

or automatically:
•


If the ESC system is activated, for safety
reasons.
•


When the speed of the vehicle goes below
19 mph (30

km/h) (1,100 rpm) with a manual
gearbox.
When cruise control is paused, it can
only be restarted when all the safety
conditions are satisfied once again. The
message "Activation not possible, conditions
unsuitable" is displayed until the system can
be restarted.
Reactivating the function
With a manual gearbox
To reactivate the function, the driver must
accelerate and reach at least 19 mph (30 km/h),
then press one of the buttons 2, 3 or 4.
With EAT8 automatic gearbox
Following braking of the vehicle bringing it to
a complete stop, the system holds the vehicle
stationary; the cruise control is paused.
The driver must press the accelerator pedal
to move off, then reactivate the function when
above 19 mph (30
km/h) by pressing one of the
buttons 2, 3 or 4.
If the driver takes no action after becoming
stationary, the electric parking brake is applied
automatically after a while (approximately 5
minutes).
As a safety measure, wait until the current speed approaches the speed
setting before reactivating the function by
pressing button 4.
Modification of the speed
setting
With the engine running and cruise control on
(green), you can modify the speed setting.
Modification using the current speed
► By successive short presses on button 2 or
3, the setting is raised or lowered in steps of 1
mph (km/h).
►

By pressing and holding button 2

or 3, the
setting is raised or lowered in steps of 5 mph
(km/h).
Take care: pressing and holding button 2
or 3 for an extended period of time will
result in a rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
Modification using the speed limit
sign recognition system
► The suggested speed is displayed on the
instrument panel.
►

Press button
5; a message is displayed
to confirm the request to save the suggested
speed.
►

Press button
5 again to save the suggested
speed.
This value is then immediately shown as the new
speed setting on the instrument panel.
For more information on the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation , refer to
the corresponding section.

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Driving
As a precaution, it is recommended that you select a cruise speed close to the
current speed of your vehicle, so as to avoid
any sudden acceleration or deceleration of
the vehicle.
Modification of the inter-
vehicle distance setting


Three threshold settings are available for the
inter-vehicle distance:
–
"Distant" (3 dashes),
–
"Normal" (2 dashes),
–
"Close" (1 dash).
With the engine running and with the
thumbwheel at the " CRUISE" position:
►

Press button
6 to display the selection screen
for the inter-vehicle distance setting.
►

Pressing button 6

repeatedly will cycle
through the predefined settings.
The selection screen closes after a few seconds.
The change then takes effect.
This setting remains memorised, whatever the
state of the system and even when the ignition is
switched off.
The selection also applies to the stopping distance (with EAT6 and EAT8 automatic
gearbox).
Exceeding the programmed
setting
It is possible to exceed the speed setting
temporarily by depressing the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control no longer manages the
braking system during this period.
Simply release the accelerator pedal to return to
the programmed speed.
If the programmed speed setting is exceeded,
the display of the speed setting disappears
and a message "Cruise control suspended" is
displayed until the accelerator pedal is released.
Messages and alerts
To benefit from the following information on the
instrument panel, select the DRIVING or Driving
aids display mode.
The display of these messages or alerts is not sequential.
"Cruise control paused" or "Cruise control
suspended" following a brief acceleration
by the driver.
"Cruise control active", no vehicle
detected.
"Cruise control paused", vehicle detected.
"Cruise control active", vehicle detected.
"Take back control" (orange).
►

Brake or accelerate, depending on the
context.
"Take back control" (red).
►

T

ake back control of the vehicle
immediately: the system cannot manage the
current driving situation.
"Activation not possible, conditions
unsuitable". The system refuses to
activate cruise control, as the necessary
conditions are not fulfilled.
Stop function
"Cruise control paused" (for a few
seconds).
The system has brought the vehicle to a
complete stop and is keeping it immobilised:
cruise control is paused.
The driver must accelerate to move off again,
then reactivate cruise control.
Operating limits
The system cannot exceed the limits of the laws
of physics.

111
Driving
6Certain situations cannot be managed by the
system and require the driver to take back
control of the vehicle.
Cases of non-detection by the radar:
–
Pedestrians, some cyclists, animals.
–


Stationary vehicles (traffic jam, breakdown,
etc.).


– Vehicles crossing your lane.
– V ehicles driving in the opposite direction.
Situations in which the driver must pause the
cruise control system:


– Vehicles in a tight bend.
– When approaching a roundabout.

– When following a narrow vehicle.
Reactivate cruise control when conditions permit.
Situations in which the driver is prompted to
immediately resume control:
–

Excessively sharp deceleration by the vehicle
in front of you.


– When a vehicle cuts in sharply between your
vehicle and the one in front.
The system must not be activated in the
following situations:
–

Use of the "space-saver" type spare wheel
(depending on version).
–

Towing.
–

Following an impact on the front bumper
.
Be particularly careful:
– When motorcycles are present and
when there are vehicles staggered across the
traffic lane.
–

When you enter a tunnel or cross a bridge.
Cruise control operates by day and night,
in fog or moderate rainfall.
However, it is strongly recommended that
you always keep a safe distance from the
vehicles in front of you according to the traffic
conditions, weather conditions and the state
of the road surface.
Use the cruise control only where the driving
conditions allow running at a constant speed
and keeping an adequate safety distance.
Do not activate the cruise control in urban
areas where pedestrians are likely to cross
the road, in heavy traffic (except for versions
with EAT8 gearbox), on winding or steep
roads, on slippery or flooded roads, when
there is snowfall, if the front bumper is
damaged or when the brake lamps have
failed.
In certain circumstances, it may not
be possible for the speed setting to be
maintained or even reached: loaded vehicle,
ascending a steep hill, etc.
The system is not intended for the following situations:
–

if the front end of the vehicle has been
modified (addition of long-range headlamps,
painting of the front bumper),
–


driving on a racing circuit,
–


running on a rolling road,
–


use of snow chains, non-slip covers or
studded tyres.
The use of mats not approved by PEUGEOT


may interfere with the operation of the cruise
control.
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:
–

ensure that the mat is secured correctly
,
–

never put one mat on top of another
.