2021 PEUGEOT 508 traction control

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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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Overview
Rechargeable hybrid
system


1.Petrol engine
2. Front and rear electric motors (depending on
version)
3. Traction battery
4. 12 V accessories batteries
5. 8-speed electric automatic gearbox (e-EAT8)
6. Charging flap
7. Fuel filler flap
8. Driving mode selector
9. Domestic charging cable
The rechargeable hybrid technology combines
two sources of energy: that of the petrol engine
and that of one or two electric motors (depending
on version).
The engine and the motor can operate
alternately or simultaneously, according to the
driving mode selected and the driving conditions. The electric power alone provides the mobility
of the vehicle in
Electric mode, and in Hybrid
mode in case of moderate demand. It assists the
petrol engine during starting and acceleration
phases.
The electric power is supplied by a rechargeable
traction battery.
Labels
"Ease of use and comfort - Additional
heating/ventilation system":


"Ease of use and comfort - Front equipment -
Wireless smartphone charger" section:


"Lighting and visibility - Exterior lighting
control stalk" and "In the event of a
breakdown - Changing a bulb" sections:


"Safety - Seats - Deactivating the front
passenger airbag" section:


"Safety - ISOFIX mountings" section:
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"Driving - Electric parking brake" section:

"Driving - Stop & Start" section:
"Practical information - Compatibility of
fuels" section:


"Practical information - Rechargeable hybrid
system" section:








"Practical information - Charging the traction
battery (Rechargeable hybrid)" section:


"Practical information - Bonnet" section:


"In the event of a breakdown - Temporary
puncture repair kit" section:

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Instruments
Head-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. Coolant temperature indicator (°C)
8. Driving mode selected (except Normal mode)
9. Total distance recorder (miles or km)
Head-up digital display
(Rechargeable hybrid)
This digital instrument panel can be customised.
Depending on the display mode selected, certain
information is hidden or presented differently.
Example with the " Energy" 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. Traction battery charge level and remaining
range (miles or km)
8. Total distance recorder (miles or km)
In all-electric driving mode, the speed is
displayed in blue.
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
(Rechargeable hybrid).
•


Driving mode.
•


T
otal distance recorder.
–

in variable locations:
•


Digital speedometer
.
•

Status or alert messages displayed
temporarily

.
Optional information
Depending on the selected display mode and
active features, additional information may be
displayed:
–
Rev counter
.
–

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.
–

Energy flows (Rechargeable hybrid).
Customising the instrument
panel
Depending on version, the appearance of the
instrument panel may be customisable (colour
and/or 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 the display colour
Depending on version, the instrument panel
display colour depends on the colour scheme
chosen in this system.
This function is set via the Settings touch screen menu.
Choosing the display mode
In each mode, specific types of information are
displayed on the instrument panel.

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Instruments
1journeys, for as long as the cause of the fault
persists.
If the fault is temporary, the alert
disappears during the next journey, after
self-diagnostic checks of the SCR emissions
control system.
Malfunction confirmed during the
permitted driving phase (between 685
miles and 0
miles (1,100 km and 0 km))
If the fault indication is still displayed
permanently after 31 miles (50 km) of driving, the
fault in the SCR system is confirmed.
The AdBlue warning lamp flashes and
a message is displayed (" Emissions
control
fault: starting prevented in X miles
(kms)"), indicating the driving range in miles or
kilometres.
While driving, the message is displayed every 30
seconds. The alert is repeated when switching
on the ignition.
You can continue driving for up to 685 miles
(1,100
km) before the engine starting
prevention system is triggered.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Starting prevented
Every time the ignition is switched on, the
message "Emissions control fault: Starting
prevented" is displayed.
To restart the engine
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Power indicator
(Rechargeable hybrid)
The power indicator shows in real time the power
demanded from the vehicle.
There are 3 zones:


POWER High power demand, using the combined capabilities of the petrol
engine and the electric motor(s)
(depending on version).
The slider is located in this zone
during more dynamic driving phases
when high levels of performance are
being demanded. ECO Optimal use of energy (internal
combustion or electric).
The slider is located in this zone
when driving under electric power and
when optimal use is being made of
the petrol engine, both accessible by
adopting a suitable driving style.
A symbol indicates the threshold at
which the petrol engine will restart.
The driver can therefore moderate
their acceleration to remain in electric
driving mode.
CHARGE Energy recovery for partly recharging the traction battery.
The slider is located in this zone
during deceleration: taking your foot
off the accelerator pedal or braking.
Charge level indicator
(Rechargeable hybrid)


The charge level of the traction battery and
the remaining range in electric driving mode

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Safety
If there is a difference between the vehicle’s
trajectory and the path desired by the driver, the
dynamic stability control system automatically
uses engine braking and the brakes on one or
more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired
path, within the limits of the laws of physics.
These systems are activated automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
These systems are activated in the event of a problem with grip or trajectory
(confirmed by this warning lamp flashing on the
instrument panel).
PSE (PEUGEOT Sport Engineered)
The dynamic stability control is optimised
to be able to react later on this vehicle.
Deactivation/Reactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASR system, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip.
Reactivate the system as soon as the level of
grip permits.
The settings are changed via the Driving/
Vehicle touch screen menu.
Deactivation is confirmed by the lighting
of this indicator lamp on the instrument
panel and the display of a message.
The ASR system is reactivated automatically
every time the ignition is switched on or at
speeds over 31 mph (50 km/h).
For technical reasons, in particular to
improve the quality of telematic services
for customers, the Manufacturer reserves the
right to carry out updates to the vehicle's
on-board telematic system at any time.
If you benefit from the Peugeot Connect
Packs offer with the SOS and Assistance
Pack included, there are additional services
available to you in your personal space, via
the website for your country.
For information about the SOS and
Assistance Pack, please refer to the general
conditions for these services.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
The electronic stability control programme includes the following systems:
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Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic
brake force distribution (EBFD).
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Emergency braking assistance (EBA).
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Anti-slip regulation (ASR).
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Dynamic stability control (DSC).
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T
railer stability assist (TSA).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability
and handling during braking, and enable greater
control while cornering, particularly on poor or
slippery road surfaces.
ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of
emergency braking.
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)
manages overall braking pressure on each
individual wheel.
►

When braking in an emergency
, depress
the pedal very firmly and maintain this
pressure.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal.
The fixed illumination of this warning lamp signals that there is a fault with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at a moderate speed.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
This warning lamp, when lit together with the STOP and ABS warning lamps,
accompanied by a message and an audible
signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.
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.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
After an impact
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Emergency braking
assistance (EBA)
This system reduces the emergency stopping
distance, by optimising the braking pressure.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is depressed. The effect of this
is a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and
an increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR) / Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Anti-slip regulation (or traction control) optimises
traction by using engine braking and by applying
the brakes on the driving wheels to avoid one
or more wheels spinning. It also enhances the
vehicle's directional stability.

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Driving
to depress the brake pedal. When the driver
releases the accelerator pedal, the vehicle slows
down more quickly.
The energy recovered when the accelerator
pedal is released is used to partially recharge the
traction battery.
This partial recharging has no effect on the charge level indicator.
The resulting deceleration of the vehicle does not cause the brake lamps to come
on.
►

From mode
D/B, move the push selector
backwards to activate/deactivate the function.
D on the instrument panel is replaced with B.
The state of the function is not saved when the
ignition is switched off.
In some situations (e.g. battery full,
extreme temperatures), the amount of
regenerative braking may be temporarily
limited, resulting in less deceleration.
The driver must remain alert to traffic
conditions and must always be ready to use
the brake pedal.
Regenerative braking using the brake
pedal
Energy recovery can also be produced
by depressing the brake pedal in order to
partially recharge the traction battery, without
affecting the charge level indicator.
Hill start assist
This system keeps your vehicle briefly stationary
(for approximately 2 seconds) when making a hill
start, while you transfer your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal.
This system is only active when:
–

The vehicle is completely stationary
, with your
foot on the brake pedal.
–

Certain slope conditions are met.
–


The driver
’s door is closed.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held temporarily by hill start assist.
If someone needs to get out of the vehicle
with the engine running, apply the parking
brake manually. After that, ensure that the
parking brake indicator lamp and the indicator
lamp
P in the electric parking brake control
lever are on fixed.
The hill start assist function cannot be deactivated. However, using the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its
operation.
Operation

Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary,
the vehicle is held for a short time when the
driver releases the brake pedal:
–

If mode
D or M is selected on an automatic
gearbox.


Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary
and reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held
for a short time when the driver releases the
brake pedal.
Malfunction
If the event of a malfunction, these
warning lamps light up on the
instrument panel, accompanied by the display of
a message.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Active Suspension Control
This system adapts the vehicle suspension
according to the road condition and profile, the
vehicle load, the driving style and the selected
driving mode.
The system uses a computer and sensors, which
determine the optimal level of shock absorption
to be applied to each shock absorber.
The operation of the system depends on
the driving mode selected (depending on
equipment).
For more information on the Driving modes,
please refer to the corresponding section.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp lights up on the instrument panel.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Driving modes
The driving modes available depend on the engine and equipment of the vehicle.

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Driving
Electric
Allows driving using 100% electrical energy.
The maximum speed is approximately 84 mph
(135 km/h).
When starting the vehicle, if the conditions do
not allow the activation or retention of Electric
mode, the message "Electric mode currently
unavailable" is displayed on the instrument
panel. The vehicle automatically changes to
Hybrid mode.
If an LED comes on under the interior rear view
mirror, visible from outside the vehicle, this
confirms that you are driving in Electric mode
(depending on country of sale).
The LED can be deactivated by inserting the tip of a paper clip or other similar
object into the hole located underneath the
interior rear view mirror.
Conditions of activation
–

Adequate battery charge level. Charging
the vehicle after each drive is therefore
recommended. Electric

mode is available as
long as there is power left in the battery.
–

Outside temperature between approximately
-5°C and 45°C.
Manually exiting the mode
►


Fully depress the accelerator pedal, or
►


Select another mode.
In case of non-use of the vehicle for a
long period (several months), a restart of
the petrol engine may occur even if the
battery is charged.
Depending on equipment, Electric mode
is combined with Normal mode of the
Active Suspension Control function.
For more information on Active Suspension
Control, refer to the corresponding section.
In the event of multiple starts of the
internal combustion engine without a
sufficient rise in
temperature,
Electric mode may be
temporarily unavailable (natural phenomenon
of dilution of fuel in oil). The message
"Electric mode unavailable: automatic
operation in progress " then appears on the
instrument panel.
To regain normal electrical operation, drive
approximately 50 miles (80 km) in "motorway"
conditions or approximately 125 miles (200
km) in urban conditions.
This phenomenon does not cause any
mechanical or electrical damage. It can occur
several times in the life of the vehicle.
Hybrid
To optimise the vehicle's fuel consumption by
managing the alternating or simultaneous
operation of the two types of engine ,
depending on driving conditions and driving
style.
In Hybrid mode, it is possible to drive in 100%
electric mode if the battery charge level is
sufficient and acceleration requirements are
moderate.
Depending on equipment, Hybrid mode
is combined with Normal mode of the
Active Suspension Control function.
For more information on Active Suspension
Control, refer to the corresponding section.
Sport
To obtain more dynamic driving in order to
benefit from the maximum performance of the
vehicle.
Electric power is used to supplement the petrol
engine as long as there is energy left in the
battery.
Depending on equipment, Sport mode is
combined with Sport mode of the Active
Suspension Control function.
For more information on Active Suspension
Control, refer to the corresponding section.
PSE (PEUGEOT Sport Engineered)
The electrical energy is used to
supplement the petrol engine or recharge
the traction battery, depending on the type of
driving.
This mode is optimised with specific settings
which make the most of the dynamic
performance of this vehicle (power steering,
accelerator pedal sensitivity, ESC).
Comfort
(Depending on equipment)
Combines Hybrid mode and Comfort mode of
the Active Suspension Control function.
To favour flexible shock absorption improving
driving comfort on poor surfaces.
For more information on Active
Suspension Control , refer to the
corresponding section.
4WD (4-wheel drive)
(Depending on version)
Improves the vehicle's grip at low and moderate
speeds by driving all 4 wheels continuously.
4WD mode (4-wheel drive) is especially
suited to driving on snow-covered roads and
difficult terrain (e.g. mud, sand) as well as ford
crossings, at moderate speed.
Depending on the driving conditions and the
battery charge level, 4WD mode may be 100%
electric.
If the system does not detect a situation of wheel
slipping or poor grip after 300 metres of driving, it
switches to Hybrid mode.
This mode will be even more effective if the vehicle is fitted with suitable tyres,
such as winter tyres.

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Practical information
7The estimated charging time is indicated on the instrument panel when the vehicle
is connected. It may vary depending on
various factors such as the outside
temperature or the quality of the electricity
supply.
If the outside temperature is below -10°C, it
is recommended to connect the vehicle as
soon as possible as the charging time may
increase significantly. The traction battery
may not charge fully.
Domestic charging cable (mode 2)
It is essential to avoid damaging the
cable and to keep it intact.
In the event of damage, do not use it and
contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified
workshop to replace it.
Accelerated charging unit (mode 3)
Do not dismantle or modify the
accelerated charging unit - risk of
electrocution and/or fire!
To find out how it is used, please refer to the
accelerated charging unit's user instructions.
Control unit (mode 2)

Type 1

Type 2POWER
Green: electrical connection established;
charging can begin.
CHARGE
Flashing green: charging in progress or
temperature pre-conditioning activated.
Fixed green: charging complete.
FAULT
Red: fault; charging not permitted or must
be stopped immediately. Check that everything
is connected correctly and that the electrical
system is not faulty.
If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Upon plugging the charging cable into a
domestic socket, all of the indicator lamps come
on briefly.
If no indicator lamps come on, check the
domestic socket's circuit-breaker.
–

If the circuit-breaker has tripped, contact a
professional to check that your electricity supply
is compatible and carry out any necessary
repairs.
–


If the circuit-breaker has not tripped, stop
using the charging cable and contact a
PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
Type 1 control unit label
- Recommendations
1. Refer to the handbook before use.