2022 PEUGEOT 308 tailgate

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Access
2selective unlocking is activated, prior to the
opening of the tailgate.
Closing the tailgate with the “Hands-Free
Tailgate Access” function enables you to lock
the vehicle.
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:
►

remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
For more information on the T

owing device
with quickly detachable towball , refer to the
corresponding section.
Memorising an opening
position
To limit the opening angle of the motorised
tailgate:
►

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


press button
C or the exterior control B for
more than 3 seconds (memorisation is confirmed
by a brief audible signal).
A new memorisation operation cancels the
previous one.
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.
Manual operation
The tailgate can be manoeuvred by hand, even
with motorised operation activated.
The tailgate must be stationary.
With resumption of the motorised function
The motorised tailgate function can be activated
manually.
►

With the boot open: vigorously move the
tailgate a little in the closing direction to activate
motorised closing.
►


With the boot partly open: vigorously move
the tailgate a little in the opening direction to
activate motorised opening.
Without resumption of the motorised
function
► Move the tailgate as slowly and smoothly as
possible.
Assistance from the gas struts is no longer
available when opening and closing the
motorised tailgate manually
. Resistance to
opening and closing is therefore quite normal.
In case of the motor overheating
Repeatedly opening and closing the
tailgate can cause overheating of its electric
motor, after which opening and closing will not
be possible.
Allow the electric motor to cool down for at
least 10 minutes before carrying out any
manoeuvre.
If you are unable to wait, operate it manually.

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Manual closing of the
motorised tailgate in case of
failure
This operation is only necessary in the case of
failure of the tailgate motor .
If the failure originates from the battery, it is
recommended to recharge it or change it with the
tailgate closed.
In this situation, a significant force may be
needed to close the tailgate.
►

Close it gently without slamming, as slowly as
possible, by pushing at the centre of the tailgate.
Do not lower the tailgate by pushing at
one of its sides - risk of damage!
Precautions in use
In wintry conditions
To avoid any operating problems, remove
the snow or wait until the ice melts before
requesting motorised opening of the tailgate.
When washing
When washing the vehicle in an
automatic car wash, do not forget to lock and
move away from the vehicle
to prevent any
risk of unwanted opening.
Alarm
(Depending on version)



System which protects and provides a deterrent
against theft and break-ins.
Exterior perimeter monitoring
The system checks for opening of the vehicle.
The alarm is triggered if anyone tries to open a
door, the boot or the bonnet, for example.
Interior volumetric monitoring
The system checks for any variation in volume in
the passenger compartment.
The alarm is triggered if anyone breaks a
window, enters the passenger compartment or
moves inside the vehicle.
Anti-tilt monitoring
The system checks for any change in the attitude
of the vehicle.
The alarm goes off if the vehicle is lifted or
moved.
When the vehicle is parked, the alarm
will not be triggered if the vehicle is
knocked.
Self-protection function
The system checks whether any of its
components are out of service.
The alarm is triggered if the battery, the central
control or the siren wiring is put out of service or
damaged.
Work on the alarm system
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Locking the vehicle with full
alarm system
Activation
► Switch off the ignition and exit the vehicle.
► Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the
remote control or by pressing on the driver's
door handle.
When the monitoring system is active, the red
indicator lamp in the button flashes once per
second and the direction indicators come on for
about 2 seconds.
The exterior perimeter monitoring is activated
after 5 seconds and the interior volumetric
monitoring after 45 seconds.

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Practical information
7► If the vehicle is unlocked, lock it and then
unlock it .
If selective unlocking of the doors is
activated, press the unlocking button on
the remote control twice to disconnect the
nozzle.
The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to
confirm that the nozzle is unlocked.
►

Within
30 seconds, remove the charging
nozzle.
Domestic charging (mode 2)
The end of charging is confirmed when the
green CHARGE indicator lamp on the control
unit comes on fixed and the green light guides in
the flap come on fixed.
►

After disconnection, replace the protective
cover over the nozzle and close the charging
flap.
►


Disconnect the control unit's charging cable
from the domestic socket.
Accelerated charging (mode 3)
The end of charging is confirmed by the
accelerated charging unit (Wallbox) and when
the green light guides in the flap come on fixed.
►

After disconnection, replace the nozzle on to
the charging unit and close the charging flap.
Deferred charging
Settings
► In the Energy touch screen
application, select the Charging tab.
►

Set the charging start time.
►


Press
OK.
The setting is saved in the system.
You can also programme the deferred charging function using a smartphone, via
the MYPEUGEOT APP application.
For more information on Remote functions,
refer to the corresponding section.
Activation
► Connect the vehicle to the desired charging
equipment.
► Press this button in the flap within one
minute to activate deferred charging
(confirmed by the light guides coming on in
blue).
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 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.
Important: if the vehicle has a motorised
tailgate and Hands-Free Tailgate Access
function, and a towing device has been fitted
outside the PEUGEOT dealer network, it
is essential to visit a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop to have the detection
system recalibrated
- risk of malfunction of the
Hands-Free Tailgate Access function.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions
are automatically deactivated while an
approved towing system is in use.
For more information about driving with a
towing device fitted to a trailer and associated
with the Trailer stability assist, refer to the
corresponding section.
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.

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Practical information
If using accessories attached to the
towing device (e.g. bicycle carriers, tow
boxes):
–

Comply with the maximum authorised nose
weight.
–


Do not transport more than 4 conventional
bicycles or 2 electric bicycles.
When loading bicycles onto a bicycle carrier
on a towball, be sure to place the heaviest
bicycles as close as possible to the vehicle.
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Vehicle equipped with motorised
tailgate with hands-free function
(Hands-Free Tailgate Access)
To avoid unintentionally opening the
motorised tailgate when operating the towing
device:
–

Deactivate this function in advance in the
vehicle's configuration application.
–


Or remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
Towing device with quickly detachable towball
Presentation
No tools are required to install or remove this
genuine towing device.


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 (green mark opposite the
white mark); the wheel is in contact with the
towball (no gap).
B. Unlocked position (red mark opposite the white mark); the wheel is no longer in contact
with the towball (gap of around 5
mm).
To ensure complete safety while driving with a Towing device , refer to the
corresponding section.
Before each use
Verify that the towball is correctly fitted,
checking the follow points:
–

The green mark on the wheel is aligned
with the white mark on the towball.
–


The wheel is in contact with the towball
(position A

).
–

The security key lock is closed 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 shake it with
your hand.
If the towball is not locked, the trailer can
become detached - risk of an accident!

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Practical information
With EAT8 automatic
gearbox and electric parking
brake
/
Release procedure
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine
running, depress the brake pedal and select
mode
N.
Within 5
seconds:
►

Depress and hold the brake pedal, then
observe this order: switch off the ignition and
move the push selector forwards or backwards.
►


Release the brake pedal, then switch on the
ignition again.
►


Place your foot on the brake and press the
electric parking brake control to release it.
►


Release the brake pedal, then switch off the
ignition.
A message is displayed on the instrument panel to confirm the unlocking
of the wheels for 15 minutes.
In Wash mode, a message may appear on
the instrument panel to indicate that the audio
system cannot be updated.
Reverting to normal operation
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the
engine.
Keyless Entry and Start
You must not depress the brake pedal
while switching the ignition on again, then
switching it off. If you do, the engine will start,
requiring you to restart the procedure.
Advice on care and maintenance
General recommendations
Observe the following recommendations to avoid
damaging the vehicle.
Exterior
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment - risk of
damaging the electrical components!
Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or
extremely cold conditions.
When washing the vehicle in an
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure
to lock the doors and, depending on version,
move the electronic key away and deactivate
the "hands-free" function (Hands-Free
Tailgate Access).
When using a pressure washer, keep the jet
nozzle at a minimum distance of 30 cm from
the vehicle (particularly when cleaning areas
containing chipped paint, sensors or seals).
Promptly clean up any stains containing
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's
paintwork (including tree resin, bird
droppings, insect secretions, pollen and tar).
Depending on the environment, clean the
vehicle frequently to remove salty deposits
(in coastal areas), soot (in industrial areas)
and mud/salts (in wet or cold areas). These
substances can be highly corrosive.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for advice on removing stubborn
stains requiring special products (such as tar
or insect removers).
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Interior
When washing the vehicle, never use a
water hose or high-pressure jet to clean
the interior.
Liquids carried in cups or other open
containers can spill, presenting a risk of
damage to the instruments and controls and
the controls located on the centre console. Be
vigilant!
To clean instrument panels, touch screens
or other displays, wipe gently with a soft,
dry cloth. Do not use products (e.g. alcohol,
disinfectant) or soapy water directly on these
surfaces - risk of damage!

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In the event of a breakdown
8Warning triangle
This reflective and dismantlable device is to be
installed on the side of the road when a vehicle
is broken down or damaged.
Before getting out of the vehicle
Turn on the hazard warning lamps, then
put on the safety vest to assemble and install
the triangle.
Storage
Hatchback
A compartment is provided in the storage box,
located under the boot carpet.
SW
A compartment is provided in the interior trim of
the tailgate.
Assembling and placing the triangle


For versions supplied with a triangle as original
equipment, refer to the illustration above.
For other versions, refer to the assembly
instructions provided with the triangle.
►

Put the triangle in place behind the vehicle,
as required by local legislation.
Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
With Diesel engines, the fuel system must be
primed if you run out of fuel.
Before starting to prime the system, it is
essential to put at least 5 litres of Diesel into the
fuel tank.
For more information on Refuelling and
on Misfuel prevention (Diesel), refer to
the corresponding section.
►

Switch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
►


W

ait around 1 minute and switch off the
ignition.
►

Operate the starter motor to start the engine.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.
Tool kit
Set of tools supplied with the vehicle.
Its content depends on your vehicle's equipment:
–

T
emporary puncture repair kit.
–

Spare wheel.
Accessing the tool kit
The tool kit is stored in the boot, under the floor.

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Alphabetical index
ESC (electronic stability control) 32
Expanded traffic sign recognition
69
Exterior lighting

27
F
Fatigue detection 138–139
Favourite driving functions
66
Filling the AdBlue® tank

122, 125
Filling the fuel tank

151–152
Filter, air

123
Filter, oil

123
Filter, particle

171–172
Filter, passenger compartment

28, 123
Fitting a wheel

185–186
Fitting roof bars

11 6
Fittings, boot

39
Fittings, interior

34
Fittings, rear

38
Flap, charging

11 2
Flap, fuel filler

151–152
Flashing indicators

25
Flat bed (recovery)

146
Floor, boot, adjustable

41
Fluid, brake

122
Fluid, engine coolant

122
Foglamps, rear

24, 139
Folding the rear seats

50–52
Frequency (radio)

166
Fuel

7, 102
Fuel consumption

7, 20
Fuel tank 151–152
Fuses
140
G
Gauge, fuel 102
Gearbox, automatic
105–107, 60, 123, 140
Gearbox, manual

55, 60, 123
Gear lever

55
Gear lever, manual gearbox

55
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency
indicator

61
Glove box

34
H
Hands-free access 36–37
Hands-free tailgate
36–37
Hazard warning lamps

29, 130
Headlamp adjustment

25
Headlamps, automatic dipping

70–71
Headlamps, automatic illumination

26
Headlamps, halogen

25
Headlamps, main beam

27
Head restraints, front

20
Head restraints, rear

50–52
Heated steering wheel

24
Heating

28
Heating, programmable

24, 33
Hi-Fi system

36
High voltage 103
Hill start assist
60
Histogramme, fuel consumption

24–25
Horn

30
I
Ignition 52, 168
Ignition on
52
Ignition switch

99–100
Immobiliser, electronic

49
Indicator, AdBlue® range

18
Indicator, coolant temperature

18
Indicator, engine oil level

18
Indicators, direction

25
Inflating tyres

124, 154
Inflating tyres and accessories
(using the kit)

132, 134
Information, vehicle

9, 171
Infrared camera

65
Instrument panel

9, 21, 65
Instrument panel, matrix

9
Instrument panels

9
ISOFIX mountings

42, 44, 46
J
Jack 180–181, 135
Jump starting
141

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Alphabetical index
K
Key 14, 16, 19
Key, electronic
30–31
Keyless Entry and Starting

29–30, 100–101
Key not recognised

101–102
Key with remote control

14, 98–99
Kit, hands-free

163
Kit, puncture repair

180–181
Kit, temporary puncture repair

180–183
L
Labels 6
Labels, identification
153
Lamp, boot

42
Lamps, parking

25
Lamps, rear

139
Lams with Full LED technology

26, 28
Lane assist

122–123, 127–129
Lane departure warning active

90
Leather (care)

129
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

25, 139
Level, AdBlue®

122
Level, brake fluid

122
Level, Diesel additive

171–172
Level, engine coolant

18, 122
Level, engine oil

18, 121
Levels and checks

169–171
Level, screenwash fluid

31, 122
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

25, 139
Lighting dimmer 21
Lighting, exterior
24, 27
Lighting, guide-me home

16, 26
Lighting, interior

61–62
Lighting, mood

38
Lighting, welcome

69–70
Loading

11 6
Load reduction mode

119
Locating your vehicle

15
Locking

28–30
Locking from the inside

18
Locking the doors

18
Log, alerts

20
Long-distance blind spot monitoring

93
Long objects, transporting

38
Low fuel level

102
Lumbar

21
M
Mains socket (domestic network) 154–155
Maintenance (advice)
104, 127
Maintenance, routine

65, 122, 124
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)

64
Map reading lamps

37
Markings, identification

153
Massage function

23
Massage, multi-point

23
Mat

37, 65
Menu short cuts

23
Mirror, rear view

25
Mirrors, door 48–49, 32, 93
Mirror, vanity
34
Misfuel prevention

103
Mobile application

24, 33, 110, 112
Motor, electric

108–109, 103, 152
Motorised tailgate

22, 24
Mountings, ISOFIX

42, 44, 46
N
Net, high load retaining 40
Net, luggage retaining
39
O
Obstacle detection 94
Oil change
121
Oil consumption

121
OIl, engine

121
On-board tools

42, 179–181
Opening the bonnet

168–169
Opening the boot

17, 21
Opening the doors

17, 21
Opening the windows

14
P
Pads, brake 123
Paint
128, 153