2021 Peugeot 308 key

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Driving
► Press the "START/STOP" button; the
instrument panel comes on but the engine does
not start.
► Press the button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of charge
in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting

down on its blade in the ignition switch and
could cause a malfunction.
Key left in
If the key has been left in the ignition
switch at position 2 (Ignition on), the ignition
will be switched off automatically after one
hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key
to position 1 (Stop), then back to position 2
(Ignition on) .
Starting/switching off the
engine,"

Keyless
Entry
and Starting"
Starting

► Place the electronic key inside the vehicle, in
the recognition zone.
► If your vehicle has a manual gearbox, place
the gear lever in neutral then fully depress the
clutch pedal.
►

If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox,
from position

P or N, fully depress the brake
pedal.
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button.
The steering column unlocks and the engine
starts.
On certain versions with automatic gearbox, the
steering column does not lock.
For Diesel vehicles, in sub-zero
temperatures the engine will not
start until the pre-heater warning lamp has
gone off.
If this warning lamp comes on after pressing
the "START/STOP" button, press down on the
brake or clutch pedal until the warning lamp
goes off, without pressing the "START/STOP"
button again, until the engine starts and runs.
It is essential that the " Keyless Entry and
Starting" electronic key is within the
recognition zone.
As a safety measure, do not
leave this zone with the vehicle running.
A message is displayed if the electronic key is
not detected in the zone. Move the electronic
key into the zone to be able to start the
engine.
If one of the starting conditions is not
met, a reminder message is displayed on
the instrument panel. In some circumstances,
it is necessary to turn the steering wheel while
pressing the "START/STOP" button to assist
unlocking of the steering column; a message
warns you when this is needed.
With petrol engines , after a cold start,
preheating the catalytic converter can
cause clearly-felt engine vibrations for
anything up to 2 minutes while stationary with
the engine running (accelerated idle speed).
Switching off
► Immobilise the vehicle.
► With the electronic key inside the vehicle,
press the "
START/STOP" button.
The engine stops and the steering column locks.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the
engine will not stop.
Switching the ignition on
(without starting)
With the Keyless Entry and Starting electronic
key inside the vehicle, pressing the " START/
STOP" button, with no action on the pedals ,
allows the ignition to be switched on.
This also allows the accessories to be activated
(e.g. radio, lighting, etc.).

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Driving
6► Press the "START/STOP" button; the
instrument panel comes on but the engine does
not start.
►

Press the button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of charge
in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting

If the electronic key is in the recognition zone
and your vehicle does not start after pressing the
"START/STOP" button:
►

Insert the electronic key in the reader
.
►

If your vehicle has a manual gearbox, place
the gear lever in neutral then fully depress the
clutch pedal.
►


If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox,
place the selector at position

P then fully depress
the brake pedal.
►

Press the "ST
ART/STOP" button.
–

The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off
If the electronic key is not detected or is no
longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears in the instrument panel when closing a
door or trying to switch off the engine.
►
T
o confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
about five seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Emergency switch-off
In case of emergency only, the engine can be
switched off without conditions (even when
driving).
Press the "START/STOP" button for about five
seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon
as the vehicle stops.
On certain versions with automatic gearbox
(EAT6/EAT8), the steering column does not lock.
Key left in the ignition
You will be warned by a message if the
electronic key is still in the reader on opening
the driver's door.
Manual parking brake
Locking
► With your foot on the brake pedal, pull
the parking brake lever up to immobilise your
vehicle.
Unlocking

► With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the
parking brake lever up gently , press the release
button then lower the lever fully.
When the vehicle is being driven, this
warning lamp coming on, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message, indicates that

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vehicle has reached a speed of 5 mph
(8 km/h).
During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode
is not available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear or turning the
steering wheel.
Engine restarting (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the
driver indicates the intention of moving off again.
► With a manual gearbox: with the clutch
pedal fully depressed.
► With an automatic gearbox:
• With the selector in position D or M: with the
brake pedal released.
• With the selector in position N and the brake
pedal released: with the selector at D or M.
• With the selector in position P and the brake
pedal depressed: with the selector at R, N,
D or M.
• Reverse gear engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if all
conditions for operation are met again and in the
following cases.
– The electric parking brake is being applied.
– Vehicle speed exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h).
– Some specific conditions (braking assistance,
air conditioning setting, etc.).
With the dashboard button



► Press the button.
A message in the instrument panel confirms the
change of status.
When the function is deactivated, the orange
indicator lamp is lit; if the engine was in standby,
it restarts immediately.
With the touch screen button
It is set via the Driving/Vehicle touch
screen menu.
A message on the instrument panel confirms the
change of status.
When the function is deactivated, if the engine
was in standby, it restarts immediately.
Associated indicator lamp
Function activated.
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid
any risk of injury caused by the engine
restarting automatically.
Driving on flooded roads
Before entering into a flooded area, it is
strongly recommended that you deactivate
the Stop & Start system.
For more information on Driving
recommendations, particularly on flooded
roads, refer to the corresponding section.
Operation
Main conditions for operation
– The driver ’s door must be closed.
– The driver's seat belt must be fastened.
–

The state of charge of the battery must be
sufficient.
–


The temperature of the engine must be within
its nominal operating range.
–


The outside temperature must be between
0°C and 35°C.
Putting the engine into standby
(STOP mode)
The engine automatically enters standby mode
as soon as the driver indicates their intention to
stop.
– With a manual gearbox, at speeds below 2
mph (3 km/h) (with BlueHDi 130 S&S engine) or
with the vehicle stationary (other engines), when
you place the gear lever into neutral and release
the clutch pedal.
–

W
ith an automatic gearbox, with the vehicle
stationary, when you depress the brake pedal or
place the gear selector in position N.
Time counter
A time counter adds up the time spent in standby
during the journey. It is reset to zero every time
the ignition is switched on.
Special cases:
The engine will not go into standby if all of the
conditions for operation are not met and in the
following cases.
–

Steep slope (ascending or descending).
–


V
ehicle has not exceeded 6 mph (10 km/h)
since the last engine start (with the key or the
"START/STOP"button).
–

Electric parking brake applied or being
applied.
–


Needed
to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
–

Demisting active.
–


Braking assistance being used.
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then goes off.
After the engine has restarted, STOP mode may not be available until the

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6vehicle has reached a speed of 5 mph
(8 km/h).
During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode
is not available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear or turning the
steering wheel.
Engine restarting (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the
driver indicates the intention of moving off again.
►

W
ith a manual gearbox: with the clutch
pedal fully depressed.
►

W
ith an automatic gearbox:
•

With the selector in position D

or M: with the
brake pedal released.
•

With the selector in position N

and the brake
pedal released: with the selector at D or M.
•

With the selector in position P

and the brake
pedal depressed: with the selector at R, N,
D or M.
•

Reverse gear engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if all
conditions for operation are met again and in the
following cases.
–
The electric parking brake is being applied.
–


V
ehicle speed exceeds 2 mph (3 km/h).
–

Some specific conditions (braking assistance,
air conditioning setting, etc.).
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then goes off.
Malfunctions
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment:In the event of a system malfunction, this
warning lamp flashes on the instrument
panel.
The warning lamp in this button flashes and a message appears, accompanied by
an audible signal.
Have the vehicle checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come
on if there is a fault.
Depending on version, a warning message
may also be displayed, prompting you to place
the gear selector in position N and depress the
brake pedal.
►

Switch off the ignition then start the engine
again with the key or the " ST

ART/STOP" button.
The Stop & Start system requires a 12 V battery of specific technology and
specification.
All work concerning the battery must be
carried out only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Under-inflation detection
This system automatically checks the tyre pressures while driving.
It compares the information given by the wheel
speed sensors with reference values, which
must be reinitialised every time the tyre
pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed.
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the inflation pressure of one or
more tyres.
Under-inflation detection does not
replace the need for vigilance on the part
of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to
regularly check the tyre pressures (including
the spare wheel), especially before a long
journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly
in adverse conditions (heavy load, high
speed, long journey):
–

worsens road-holding.
–


lengthens braking distances.
–


causes premature wear of the tyres.
–


increases energy consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for the vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
For more information on the Identification
markings, refer to the corresponding section.

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► Take care to select the pump that delivers the
correct fuel type for your vehicle's engine (see a
reminder label on the inside of the filler flap).
►
Insert the key into the filler cap, if your vehicle
has a standard key

.
►

T
urn the filler cap to the left.


► Remove the filler cap and hang it on its
carrier (on the filler flap).
►

Insert the nozzle as far as it will go (pressing
against the metal non-return valve A

).
►

Fill the tank.
Do not continue past the
third nozzle cut-off, as this may cause
malfunctions.
►

Put the filler cap back in place and close it by
turning it to the right.
►


Push the fuel filler flap to close it (your
vehicle must be unlocked).
Y

our vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter, a
device which helps to reduce the level of harmful
emissions in exhaust gases.
For petrol engines, you must use unleaded
fuel.
The filler neck is narrower, admitting petrol
nozzles only.
If you have put in the wrong fuel for
your vehicle, you must have the fuel
tank drained and filled with the correct fuel
before starting the engine.
For the THP 225 S&S EAT8 engine, the use
of RON98 unleaded petrol is recommended to
ensure optimum engine performance.
Fuel cut-off
Your vehicle is fitted with a safety system that
cuts off the supply of fuel in the event of an
impact.
Diesel misfuel prevention
Mechanical device which prevents filling the tank
of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It avoids the risk
of engine damage that can result from filling with
the wrong fuel.
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention
device appears when the filler cap is removed.


When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes into
contact with the flap. The system remains closed
and prevents filling.
Do not persist but instead insert a Diesel
filler nozzle.
It is still possible to use a fuel can to fill
the tank slowly.
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel, do
not place the nozzle of the fuel can in direct
contact with the flap of the misfuel prevention
device.
Travelling abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Before travelling abroad, it is advisable to
check with a PEUGEOT dealer if the vehicle
is suitable for the distribution equipment of the
countries visited.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve
traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle
when braking.
Snow chains must be fitted only to the
front wheels. They must never be fitted to
"space-saver" type spare wheels.
Observe the legislation in force in your
country relating to the use of snow
chains and maximum authorised speeds.
Only use chains that have been designed for the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle. Original tyre size Type of chain195/65 R15 9 mm link
205/55 R16
225/45 R17
225/40 R18 K-Summit K23
235/35 R19 Polaire Grip 70
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Installation tips
► To fit the chains during a journey, stop the
vehicle on a flat surface on the side of the road.
► Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent
movement of the vehicle.

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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.
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.
GTi towing
Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a
tow-bar.
Towing device with towball
Before each use
To ensure the towball is correctly fitted,
check the follow points:
Saloon:
–

The green mark on the wheel is in line with
the green mark on the towball.
–


The wheel is in contact with the towball
(position A

).
–

The safety lock is on and the key removed;
the wheel can no longer be operated.
–


The towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by attempting to move it with
your hand.
SW :
–


The towball is correctly engaged (position
A

).
–

The safety lock is on and the key removed;
the trigger can no longer be operated.
–


The towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by attempting to move it with
your hand.
If the towball is not engaged, the trailer can
become detached -

Accident risk!
During use
Never release the locking system when
a trailer or load carrier is connected to the
towball.
Never exceed the maximum authorised
weight for the vehicle - Gross Train Weight
or GTW.
Always comply with the maximum authorised
load on the towing device: if it is exceeded,
this device may become detached from the
vehicle - risk of an accident!
Check that the trailer lamps work correctly.
Before setting off, check and/or adjust
headlamp beam height.
For more information on Headlamp height
adjustment, refer to the corresponding
section.
Following use
When travelling without a trailer or load
on a towbar-mounted carrier, the towball
must be removed and the protective plug
inserted in the carrier. This measure applies
particularly where the towball might obscure
visibility of the number plate or its lighting.
Blanking plug

In the event of recovery, it is essential to remove
the blanking plug if your vehicle has one.
To do this, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The blanking plug behind the lower air intake grille.
Towbar with quickly detachable towball
(hatchback)
Presentation
This genuine towing device can be fitted and
removed with no need for tools.

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7Blanking plug

In the event of recovery, it is essential to remove
the blanking plug if your vehicle has one.
To do this, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The blanking plug behind the lower air intake grille.
Towbar with quickly detachable towball
(hatchback)
Presentation
This genuine towing device can be fitted and
removed with no need for tools.


1. Carrier
2. Protective plug
3. Connection socket
4. Safety eye
5. Detachable towball
6. Locking/unlocking wheel
7. Security key lock
8. Label to note the key references


A. Locked position (the green marks are
opposite each other); the wheel is in contact
with the towball (no gap).
B. Unlocked position (red mark opposite the green mark); the wheel is no longer
in contact with the towball (gap of around
5
mm).
Trailers with LED lamps are not compatible with the wiring harness of this
device.
To ensure complete safety while driving with a Towing device , refer to the
corresponding section.
Fitting the towball
► Below the rear bumper , remove the protective
plug 2 from the carrier 1.

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► Insert the end of the towball 5 into the
carrier 1 and push it upwards; it will lock into
place automatically.


► The wheel 6 turns a quarter of a turn anti-
clockwise; take care to keep your hands clear!


► Check that the mechanism has correctly
locked into place (position A
).
►

Close the lock 7

using the key.
►

Always remove the key
. The key cannot be
removed when the lock is open. ►

Clip the cap onto the lock.

► Remove the protective cover from the
towball.
►

Attach the trailer to the towball.
►


Attach the safety cable from the trailer to the
safety eye

4 on the carrier.
►

Insert the trailer's plug into the connection
socket

3 on the carrier and rotate it a quarter turn
to connect it.
Removing the towball

► Grasp the trailer's plug, perform a quarter
turn and pull to disconnect it from the connection
socket
3 on the carrier.
►

Detach the trailer's safety cable from the
safety eye

4 on the carrier.
►

Unhitch the trailer from the towball.
►


Replace the protective cover over the towball.
►


Remove the cap from the lock and press it
onto the head of the key

.