2021 PEUGEOT 508 towing

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Contents






Active Safety Brake with Collision Risk
Alert and Intelligent emergency braking
assistance
133
Distraction detection 136
Active lane departure warning system 137
Blind spot monitoring 140
Active Blind Spot Detection 142
Parking sensors 142
Visiopark 1 - Visiopark 2 144
Park Assist 148
Full Park Assist 151
7Practical informationCompatibility of fuels 157
Refuelling 157
Misfuel prevention (Diesel) 158
Rechargeable hybrid system 159
Charging the traction battery (Rechargeable
hybrid engine)
166
Towing device 168
Towing device with retractable ball joint 169
Roof bars 170
Very cold climate screen 172
Snow chains 172
Energy economy mode 173
Bonnet 173
Engine compartment 174
Checking levels 175
Checks 176
AdBlue® (BlueHDi) 178
Free-wheeling 180
Advice on care and maintenance 181
8In the event of a breakdownWarning triangle 183
Running out of fuel (Diesel) 183
Tool kit 184
Temporary puncture repair kit 185
Spare wheel 188
Changing a bulb 191
Fuses 194
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V battery 194
Accessory battery (Rechargeable hybrid) 197
Towing the vehicle 200
9Technical dataEngine technical data and towed loads 203
Petrol engines 204
Diesel engines 206
Rechargeable hybrid engines 208
Dimensions 209
Identification markings 210
10PEUGEOT Connect RadioFirst steps 2 11
Steering mounted controls 212
Menus 213
Applications 214
Radio 214
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) radio 216
Media 216
Telephone 218
Settings 221
Frequently asked questions 222
11PEUGEOT Connect NavFirst steps 224
Steering mounted controls 225
Menus 225
Voice commands 227
Navigation 230
Connected navigation 233
Applications 235
Radio 238
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) radio 239
Media 239
Telephone 241
Settings 243
Frequently asked questions 245
12Event data recorders
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Access
► press button C or the exterior control B for
more than 3 seconds (memorisation is confirmed
by a brief audible signal).
Memorising is not available until the
height of opening is more than or equal
to 1 metre between the low position and the
high position of the tailgate.
To delete the memorised position:
► open the tailgate to any position.
► press button C or the exterior control B for
more than 3 seconds (deletion is confirmed by a
long audible signal).
Manual operation
The tailgate can be manoeuvred by hand, even
with motorised operation activated.
The tailgate must be stationary.
When opening and closing the motorised tailgate
manually, there is no assistance from gas struts.
Resistance to opening and closing is therefore
entirely normal.
Repeatedly opening and closing the
motorised tailgate can cause overheating
of its electric motor, after which opening and
closing will not be possible.
Allow at least 10 minutes for the electric
motor to cool down before operating the
tailgate again.
If you are unable to wait, operate it manually.
– monitor the activity of the rear passengers,
particularly any children.
Bicycle carrier/Towing device
The motorised tailgate is not designed to support
a bicycle carrier.
When installing a bicycle carrier on the towing
device with connection of the cable to the trailer
socket, the motorised operation of the tailgate
will be automatically deactivated.
If using a towing device or bicycle carrier
not recommended by PEUGEOT, it is
essential to deactivate the motorised
operation of the tailgate.
Motorised operation
Motorised operation of the tailgate is set
via the Driving/Vehicle touch screen
menu.

* Depending on version.

There are several ways of operating the tailgate:
A. Using the Keyless Entry and Start system’s
electronic key
B. Using the exterior tailgate control
C. Using the interior tailgate control
D. Using the control on the dashboard*
Opening/Closing
► A long press on the central button A of the
electronic key.
or
►

A
short press on the exterior tailgate control
B, with the electronic key on your person.
or
►

A
short press on the interior tailgate control C
(closing only).
or
► Two consecutive presses on the control D on
the dashboard.
The tailgate opens, either completely by default, or to the position memorised
beforehand.
If motorised operation is not activated, these
actions release the tailgate (partially-open
position).
When the vehicle is locked, the request to
open the boot with one of the controls A
or B unlocks the vehicle, or only the boot if
selective unlocking is activated, prior to the
opening of the boot.
It is possible to interrupt the operation of
the tailgate at any point.
Pressing one of these controls again
interrupts the movement that is underway.
Following the interruption of a movement,
pressing one of these controls again reverses
the movement.
Memorising an opening
position
To memorise a position, in order to limit the
motorised tailgate opening angle:
►

move the tailgate to the desired position
manually or by pressing the button.

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Access
► remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
For more information on the Towing device
with quickly detachable towball , refer to the
corresponding section.
Electric windows
1. Left-hand front
2. Right-hand front
3. Right-hand rear
4. Left-hand rear
5. Deactivation of electric window controls
located by rear seats
Locking the rear doors - Electric child lock
(depending on version)
For more information on the Electric child lock,
refer to the corresponding section.
Manual operation
► To open/close the window, press/pull the
switch without passing the point of resistance;
the window stops as soon as the switch is
released.

► Position yourself behind the vehicle by the
number plate and perform a "kicking" movement
in the "
OK" detection zone.
The "kicking" movement must be given forwards,
smoothly, not too fast and with a vertical
movement from low to high. Raise the foot
sufficiently and remove it immediately.
Recognition of the "kicking" movement is
confirmed by the lighting of the direction
indicators followed by an audible signal.
"Sideward kicking" movements do not
work. If the "kicking" movement has not
been detected, wait at least 2 seconds before
repeating the movement.
Do not perform repetitive "kicking"
movements.
If the motorised tailgate has not started to open,
check that:
–

the function is activated.
–


the electronic key is on your person, outside
the vehicle in the rear recognition area.
–


the "kicking" movement was performed in the
detection zone, close enough to the bumper

.
–

the foot was removed from the bumper quickly
enough.
Automatic locking with the hands-free
function


► To activate/deactivate the automatic locking
of the vehicle when closing the tailgate with the
hands-free function, press this button.
The green indicator lamp comes on to indicate
that the function is activated.
Recommendations on the
hands-free function (Hands-
Free Tailgate Access)
If it does not work, check that the electronic key
is not exposed to a source of electromagnetic
interference (e.g. smartphone).
The function may be deactivated or affected if
there is rain or snow.
The function may not work correctly with a
prosthetic leg.
In some circumstances, the tailgate may open or
close by itself, particularly when:
–

hitching up or removing a trailer;
–


fitting or removing a bicycle carrier;
–


loading
or unloading bicycles on/from a bicycle
carrier;
–

depositing or lifting something behind the
vehicle;
–


an animal approaches the rear bumper;
–


washing the vehicle;
–


maintenance is performed on the vehicle;
–


accessing the spare wheel.
T

o avoid such operating problems, keep the
electronic key away from the recognition zone or
deactivate the hands-free function.
Towing device
The installation of a towing device may
disturb the detection system.
To avoid unintentionally opening the tailgate
while operating the towing device:

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Ease of use and comfort
From the passenger compartment

► Press backrest release handle 1.

► Guide the backrest 3 down to the horizontal
position.
cover or if the load space cover has items
placed on it.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
An LED, located below the interior rear
view mirror and visible from outside the
vehicle, lights up blue to indicate that the
vehicle is being driven in Electric mode
(depending on country of sale).
Rear seats
Rear head restraints

High position (use):
► Pull the head restraint fully up.
Low position (stowing; when the seats are not
in use):
►

Press the lug
A to release the head restraint
and push it down.
The rear head restraints can be removed.
Removing a head restraint
► First tilt the corresponding backrest.
► Pull the head restraint fully up.
►

Press the lug
A to release the head restraint
and remove it completely.
►

Store the head restraint.
Refitting a head restraint
► Insert the head restraint rods into the guides
in the corresponding seat backrest.
►

Push the head restraint down as far as it will
go.
►


Press the lug
A to release the head restraint
and push it fully down.
Never drive with passengers seated at
the rear when the head restraints are
removed; the head restraints should be in
place and in the high position.
The head restraint for the centre seat
and those for the outer seats are not
interchangeable.
Folding the backrests

Each section of the backrest has one or two
release controls:
–

A
grip 1 on the outer edge of the backrest.
–

A
lever 2 on the boot side trim (SW).
The backrests should only be manoeuvred when the vehicle is
stationary.
First steps:
►

Lower the head restraints, or remove them
when carrying heavy loads.
►


Lift up the rear armrest.
►


If necessary
, move the front seats forward.
►

Check
that no person or object might interfere
with the folding of the backrests (e.g.
clothing,
luggage).
►

Check that the outer seat belts are lying flat
on the backrests.
When the backrest is released, the red
indicator in the release grip is visible.

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Ease of use and comfort
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
Intensive use of the air conditioning
reduces the vehicle range in Electric mode.
Ventilation with the ignition on
When the ignition is switched on, the ventilation
system and the air flow 2 and air distribution
3 settings in the passenger compartment are
activated, for a period which depends on the
battery charge.
This function does not include the air
conditioning system.
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
This system automatically controls the activation
of the air conditioning system, regulating the
temperature, air flow and air distribution inside
the passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system operates with
the engine running, but the ventilation and its
controls can be accessed with the ignition on.
Press the Climate menu button to display
the system controls page.

Air distribution

1.Windscreen demisting/de-icing vents
2. Front side window demisting/de-icing vents
3. Adjustable and closable side air vents
4. Adjustable and closable central air vents
5. Air outlets to the front footwells
6. Air outlets to the rear footwells
7. Adjustable and closable air vents
Advice
Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
►

T

o ensure that air is distributed evenly,
keep the external air intake grilles at the base
of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents, the
air outlets and the air extractor in the boot
free from obstructions.
► Do not cover the sunshine sensor located
on the dashboard; this sensor is used to
regulate the automatic air conditioning
system.
►

Operate the air conditioning system for at
least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice a month to
keep it in good working order

.
►

If the system does not produce cold air
,
switch it off and contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.
When towing a large load on a steep gradient
in high temperatures, switching off the air
conditioning increases the available engine
power, enhancing the towing capacity.
Avoid driving for too long with the ventilation off or with prolonged operation
of interior air recirculation. Risk of misting and
deterioration of the air quality!
If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, air the passenger
compartment for a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
Condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water underneath the vehicle. This is perfectly
normal.
Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
►

Ensure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly

.
We recommend using a composite passenger
compartment filter. Its specific active additive
helps protect against polluting gases and bad
smells.
►

T

o ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Manufacturer’s service schedule.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems
only operate when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
For more information on the Stop &
Start
system, refer to the corresponding
section.
Eco driving mode
Selection of this mode optimises fuel
consumption, but limits the performance
of the heating and air conditioning, without
however deactivating them.

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Ease of use and comfort
For information on installing the High
load retaining net (SW) , refer to the
corresponding section.
Load space cover
(Hatchback)


It consists of two parts:
– a removable part A, fixed to the rear pillars of
the passenger compartment,
– a removable part B, fixed to the frame of the
rear screen.

Ski flap
Device for storing and transporting long objects.
Opening
► With the rear armrest lowered, open the flap
by pulling its handle downwards.


► Load the objects from inside the boot.
Boot fittings
Hatchback

1. Load space cover
2. 12
V (120 W) socket
3. Boot lamp
4. Bag hook
5. Storage net or Hi-Fi amplifier
6. Stowing rings
7. Storage well/Tool box under the floor
SW

1.Load space cover
2. Rear seat folding controls
3. Bag hooks
4. 12
V (120 W) socket
5. Boot lamps
6. Retaining straps
7. Storage net or Hi-Fi amplifier
8. Stowing rings
9. Storage well/Tool box under the floor
The stowing rings are designed to secure
luggage using different types of retaining
nets.
These retaining nets are available as an
option or as an accessory.
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Ease of use and comfort
3► Check that the net is hooked and tightened
correctly .
Never reposition the rear seats while the
net's roller is attached to the folded
backrests.
Row 2

► Roll up then remove the load space cover .
► Fold down the rear seats.
►

Position the left-hand end of the net roller in
side support 3

by reaching from the left-hand
side of the passenger compartment.
►

Position the right-hand end of the net roller in
side support 4

by reaching from the right-hand
side of the passenger compartment.
►

Press each side to lock in the roller; the red
indicators must not be visible.
►


Unroll the net from the boot.
► Position one of the ends of the net's metal
bar in the corresponding upper fixing 2
.
►

Compress the net's metal bar
, then pull it to
position the other end in the other upper fixing 2.
►

Check that the net is hooked and tightened
correctly

.
►

Lift up and lock the rear seats.
12 V accessory socket
► To connect a 12 V accessory (maximum
power: 120 W), lift the cover and plug in a
suitable adaptor.
►

Switch on the ignition.
The connection of an electrical device not approved by PEUGEOT, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio reception or
interference with displays in the screens.
Stowing rings

Hatchback

SW
The boot has four stowing rings to secure
luggage using different types of retaining nets.
For the SW, two of the rings are fixed and the
other two are movable in tracks.
For more information on the various nets,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Ease of use and comfort

To move one of the movable rings:
► While pressing the button, slide the ring in
its track.
►

Once in the desired position, release the
button to lock it.
T

o remove or refit one of the movable rings:
►

Bring it to an oblong slot on the track.
►


T
o observe the direction of installation, make
sure the ring is positioned vertically and towards
the outside of the vehicle.
Do not confuse the stowing rings with the
bag hooks or the Top Tether fixings.
Storage well

Hatchback

SW
► Lift the boot floor as far as possible to access
the storage well.
Depending on version, it includes:
–

A
temporary puncture repair kit with the tool
kit.
–

A
spare wheel with the tool kit. –

The traction battery charging cable
(Rechargeable hybrid).
Boot lamp
It comes on automatically when the boot is
opened and goes off automatically when the
boot is closed.
The lighting time varies according to the
circumstances:
–

When the ignition is off, approximately 10
minutes.
–


In energy saving mode, approximately 30
seconds.
–


With the engine running, unlimited.