2021 PEUGEOT 508 tow bar

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Driving
– In certain cases, when a wheel of the vehicle
hits a pavement or a low obstacle.
–

T
riggering of anti-slip regulation on a slippery
road.
–

Sudden appearance in the field of the
manoeuvre of an obstacle not detected by the
system before the manoeuvre was started,
with the obstacle remaining for more than 30
seconds.
–


After 10 manoeuvres to enter or exit a
"parallel" parking space and after 7 manoeuvres
to enter a "bay" parking space,
–


System malfunction during the manoeuvre.
Abandoning the manoeuvre immediately
triggers the vehicle’

s brakes and automatically
deactivates the function.
This symbol is displayed accompanied by the message "Manoeuvre aborted".
A message prompts the driver to take back
control of the vehicle.
The function is deactivated after a few seconds; this indicator lamp goes off and
the initial display is resumed.
The system automatically engages gearbox
mode P after 4 seconds.
End of manoeuvre
The vehicle stops as soon as the manoeuvre is
completed.
This symbol is displayed accompanied by the message "Manoeuvre completed".
When the function is deactivated, this
indicator lamp goes off and the original
display is restored.
–

If entering a parking space, the driver may
be required to complete the manoeuvre.
The gearbox changes to


P
4 seconds after
completion of the manoeuvre.
–

When exiting a parking space, the gearbox
changes to

N when the manoeuvre is complete.
A message and symbols prompt the driver to
take back control of the vehicle.
The gearbox automatically changes to mode
P if no action is taken by the driver within 30
seconds.
Operating limits
– The system may suggest an inappropriate
parking space (parking prohibited, work in
progress with damaged road surface, location
alongside a ditch, etc.).
–

The system may indicate that a space has
been found but will not offer it because of a fixed
obstacle on the opposite side of the manoeuvre,
which does not allow the vehicle to follow the
trajectory required for parking.
–


The system may indicate that a space has
been found but the manoeuvre will not be
triggered because the width of the lane is
insufficient.
–


The system is not designed to perform parking
manoeuvres on a steep slope or on a sharp
curve.
– The system does not detect spaces that
are much larger than the vehicle itself or that
are delimited by obstacles that are too low
(pavements, studs, etc.) or too thin (trees, posts,
wire fences, etc.).
–

The system may be impaired by incorrect
inflation of the vehicle’

s tyres.
–

The tilting of the vehicle if the boot is heavily
loaded can affect the distance measurements.
Do not use the function under the
following exterior conditions:
–

Alongside a soft shoulder (ditch) or quay or
on the edge of a drop.
–


When the road surface is slippery (ice).
Do not use the function in the presence
of one of the following malfunctions:
–

If a tyre is under-inflated.
–


If one of the bumpers is damaged.
–


If one of the cameras is faulty
.
–

If the brake lamps are not working.
Do not use the function if the vehicle has
been subject to one of the following
modifications:
–

When carrying an object extending beyond
the dimensions of the vehicle (ladder on the
roof bars, bicycle carrier on the tailgate, etc.).
–


With a non-approved towball in place.
–


With snow chains fitted.
–


When driving on a small-diameter or
"space-saver" type spare wheel.
– When the wheels fitted are a different size
from the original ones.
– After modifying one or both bumpers
(added protection).
– If the sensors have been repainted outside
the PEUGEOT dealer network.
– With sensors not approved for the vehicle.
Malfunctions
When the function is not activated, the
temporary flashing of this indicator lamp
and an audible signal indicate a Full Park Assist
malfunction.
If the malfunction occurs while in use, the
indicator lamp goes off.
If the parking sensor malfunction occurs
during Full Park Assist use, indicated by
this warning lamp coming on, the function is
deactivated.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a power steering
malfunction, this warning lamp lights up
on the instrument panel, accompanied by a
message.
You must stop the vehicle.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and
switch off the ignition.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Practical information
► 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.


► 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
transverse roof bars approved for your
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.

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Practical information
used in town, over short distances. It may be
necessary to have the condition of the brakes
checked, even between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the
brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads
are worn.
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and
defrost them.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake disc
wear, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Wheels and tyres
The inflation pressure of all tyres, including the spare wheel, must be
checked on "cold” tyres.
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven
for more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles
(10 kilometres) at over 31 mph (50
km/h), add
0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values indicated on the
label.
Under-inflation increases energy
consumption. Non-compliant tyre
pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely
and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's
road holding - risk of accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the
braking and road holding performance of the
vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the
tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as
the presence of the valve caps.
When the wear indicators no longer appear set
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is
less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as
possible.
Using different size wheels and tyres from those
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel
rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer
reading and have an adverse effect on road
holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause the ESC to mistime.
Always mark the direction of rotation on the tyres
that will be stored when fitting winter or summer
tyres. Store them in a cool, dry place and away
from direct exposure to the sun's rays.
Winter or 4-seasons tyres can be
identified by this symbol on their
sidewalls.
Shock absorbers
It is not easy for drivers to detect when
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,
the shock absorbers have a major impact on
road holding and braking performance. For your safety and driving comfort, it is
important to have them regularly checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Timing and accessory kits
The timing and accessory kits are used
from the time the engine is started until it
is switched off. It is normal for them to wear over
time.
A
faulty timing or accessory kit can damage
the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the
recommended replacement frequency, stated in
distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is
reached first.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
To respect the environment and ensure compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without
adversely affecting the performance or fuel
consumption of its Diesel engines, PEUGEOT
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles with
a system that combines SCR (Selective Catalytic
Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) for
the treatment of exhaust gases.
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and
water, which are harmless to health and the
environment.

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In the event of a breakdown
8► Switch the ignition on.

► Switch on the compressor by moving the
switch to position " I
" until the tyre pressure
reaches 2 bar. The sealant product is injected
under pressure into the tyre; do not disconnect
the pipe from the valve during this operation (risk
of blowback).
If after approximately 7 minutes, the
pressure of 2 bar is not reached, this
indicates that the tyre is not repairable;
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
►

Move the switch to position " O

".
►

Disconnect the compressor's electric plug
from the vehicle's 12

V socket.
►

Remove the kit.
►


Refit the cap on the valve.
►


Remove and store the bottle of sealant.
The sealant product is harmful if swallowed and causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of children.
The use-by date of the fluid is marked on the
bottle.
After use, do not discard the bottle into the
environment; take it to a PEUGEOT dealer or
an authorised waste disposal site.
Do not forget to obtain a new bottle of
sealant, available from a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.


► Drive immediately for approximately 3 miles
(5 kilometres) at reduced speed (between
12 and 37 mph (20 and 60
km/h)) to plug the
puncture.
►

Stop to check the repair
and the tyre
pressure using the kit.
With a tyre repaired using this type of kit,
do not exceed a speed of 50
mph
(80

km/h) and do not drive more than
50

miles (80 km).
You must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop to have the repair checked
and the tyre changed.
Checking/adjusting tyre
pressures
The compressor can be used, without injecting
sealant, to check and, if necessary, adjust the
tyre pressures.
►

Remove the valve cap from the tyre and keep
it in a clean place.
►


Uncoil
the pipe stowed under the compressor.
►

Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten
firmly

.
►

Check that the compressor switch is in
position " O

".
►

Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under
the compressor

.
►

Connect the compressor's electric plug to the
vehicle's 12

V socket.
►

Switch the ignition on.
►


Start the compressor by placing the switch at
position " I

" and adjust the pressure to the value
shown on the vehicle's tyre pressure label. To
deflate: press the black button located on the
compressor pipe, near the valve connection.
If after 7 minutes the pressure of 2 bar is
not reached, the tyre is damaged;
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
►

Once the correct pressure is reached, put the
switch in position " O

".
►

Remove the kit and stow it.
►


Refit the cap on the valve.

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In the event of a breakdown
Accessing the tools

Hatchback
Reconnection
Front battery:

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

Raise lever

A
fully.
•

Refit open clamp

B
on the (+) terminal.
•

Push clamp
B fully down.
•

Lower lever

A
to lock clamp B.
Rear battery:
►

Connect the
(-) terminal using the black
quick-release connector.
Following 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, reinitialise
certain equipment:
–

Electronic key
.
–

Sunroof and electric 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.
Rechargeable hybrid 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
if it is stuck, or to secure it for recovery on a
flatbed lorry or trailer.

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In the event of a breakdown
8Towing 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/Automatic


Hybrid 2WD

Hybrid 4WD

2WD: 2-wheel drive.
4WD: 4-wheel drive.
In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a p
rofessional using flatbed recovery vehicles.
Accessing 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.

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In the event of a breakdown
Towing your vehicle
To access the front screw thread:

► Unclip the cover by pressing on 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 on its lower
section.
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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Alphabetical index
Reminder, lighting on 69
Remote control
27–31
Remote functions

168
Remotely operable functions
(Rechargeable hybrid)

26, 58
Removing a wheel

189–190
Removing the mat

62
Replacing bulbs

191–194
Replacing fuses

194
Replacing the air filter

177
Replacing the oil filter

177
Replacing the passenger compartment
filter

177
Reservoir, screenwash

176
Reset trip

23
Rev counter

10
Reversing camera

117, 144–146
Reversing lamps

193–194
Roof bars

170–171
Running out of fuel (Diesel)

183
S
Safety, children 86, 89–97
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel)
177
Screen, cold climate

172
Screen menu map

218
Screenwash

76
Screenwash, front

76
Screenwash, rear

76
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)

20, 178
Seat angle

45
Seat belts 84–85, 91
Seat belts, rear
84
Seat, rear bench

50
Seats, electric

46–47
Seats, front

45–47
Seats, heated

47
Seats, rear

50–51, 89
Selector, gear

106–109
Sensors (warnings)

11 7
Serial number, vehicle

210
Service indicator

18, 22
Servicing

18, 176, 178
Settings, equipment

24
Settings, system

221, 244
Shield, snow

172
Sidelamps

70, 192–194
Side parking sensors

143
Silent vehicle warning sound (Rechargeable
hybrid)

80
Ski flap

64
Smartphone

26, 60
Snow chains

115, 172
Snow screen

172
Socket, 12 V accessory

59, 63, 67
Socket, auxiliary

217, 239
Socket, Jack

239
Speakers

61
Speed limiter

120–123, 125
Speed limit recognition

118–119
Speedometer

10, 118
Sport mode

111 – 11 2
Spotlamps, side

72
Stability control (ESC)

82–83Starting a Diesel engine 157
Starting/Stopping the vehicle
101
Starting the engine

101–102
Starting the vehicle

102, 106–109
Starting using another battery

103, 195
State of charge, battery

25
Station, radio

214–215, 238
Steering mounted controls, audio

212, 225
Steering wheel, adjustment

48
Stickers, customising ~ Stickers,
expressive

181
Stopping the vehicle

102, 106–109
Stop & Start

23, 52, 55, 113–115, 157, 173, 177, 197
Storage

59, 61–64
Storage box

68
Storage compartments

59
Storage wells

64, 68
Storing driving positions

47
Stowing rings

64, 67
Sunroof, panoramic

42–43
Sunshine sensor

52
Sun visor

59
Suspension

178
Suspension with variable vibration
reduction

111
Switching off the engine

101
Synchronising the remote control

33
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Tables of engines 208