2023 PEUGEOT 308 tow

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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.
From the boot (SW)

► Pull the backrest release lever 2 towards you.
The backrest 3 folds fully onto the cushion.
On the left-hand side, the lever is also
used for folding down the central section
of the backrest.
Central backrest (SW)
The central section of the backrest may be
folded down independently of the side sections.


► Check in advance that the rear armrest is not
folded down and that the central head restraint
is not raised.
► From inside the passenger compartment or
from the boot, pull on the strap to release.
►

Fold the backrest onto the seat cushion.
►


When repositioning, lift up the backrest fully
until it locks.
Repositioning the backrests
First check that the outer seat belts are
lying vertically flat alongside the backrest
latching rings.


► Straighten the backrest 3 and push it firmly to
latch it into place.
►

Check that the red indicator is no longer
visible in the release grip 1

.
►

Ensure that the outer seat belts were not
trapped during the operation.
Please note: an incorrectly latched
backrest compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden braking or
an accident.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forwards - risk of serious injury! CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Ease of use and comfort
3Heating and Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger compartment
is filtered and originates either from the
exterior, via the grille located at the base of the
windscreen, or from the inside in air recirculation
mode.
Controls
Depending on version, certain controls
are accessible in the Climate touch
screen application and/via the control panel on
the centre console.
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.
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T

o ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Manufacturer’s service schedule. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Ease of use and comfort
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.
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. This system works with the engine running, but
access to the ventilation and its controls remains
possible with the ignition on.
Press the Climate application button to
display the system controls page.




Without i-Toggles



With i-Toggles
1. Temperature adjustment 2.
Air flow adjustment
3. Air distribution adjustment
4. Air conditioning on/off
5. Automatic air conditioning on/off and setting
(AUTO SOFT/AUTO NORMAL/AUTO
FAST)
6. Driver/front passenger temperature
synchronisation
7. AQS function only or Clean Cabin
(depending on version).
8. Front demisting/de-icing
9. Interior air recirculation
10. Maximum A/C (depending on version)
11 . Rear screen demisting/de-icing
12. Switching the system off
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each choose
their own temperature setting.
The value indicated corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature.
Depending on version:
►

T
urn one of the knobs 1 towards + or - to
increase or decrease the value.
►

Press one of the buttons
1 (+ or -) or drag
vertically to increase or decrease the value.
It is possible to go beyond the minimum and
maximum values by selecting respectively Low
or High.
It is recommended that you avoid a difference of
more than 3°C in the settings for left and right. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Ease of use and comfort
Clean Cabin function
It includes the AQS (Air Quality System) and
Clean Air functions.
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o activate/deactivate the function, press
button 7.
AQS function
Using an exterior pollution sensor, this function
automatically activates the recirculation of
interior air when a certain level of pollutants in
the exterior
air is detected.
When the air quality returns to a satisfactory
level, recirculation of interior air is automatically
deactivated.
This function is not designed to detect
unpleasant odours.
Recirculation is automatically activated when the
windscreen wash is used or when reverse gear
is engaged.
The function is inactive if the outside temperature
is below 5°C to prevent the risk of misting on the
windscreen and side windows.
Clean Air function
Using an interior pollution sensor, this function
detects fine particles (e.g. cigarette smoke,
mould, bacteria).
The management of the recirculation of
interior
air makes it possible to return to a purified
passenger compartment in just a few minutes,
thanks to the passage of air through the high-
performance passenger compartment filter.
If the air quality appears to be reduced, contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
to change the high-performance passenger
compartment filter.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning system is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons, with the
windows closed:
–

It lowers the temperature in summer
.
–

It increase the effectiveness of the demisting,
in winter

, above 3°C.
►

Press button
4-A/C to switch the air
conditioning on/off.
When the system is switched on, the indicator
lamp in the button comes on or “ A/C” changes
colour (depending on version).
Air conditioning does not operate when the air flow is deactivated.
To obtain cool air more quickly, enable interior
air recirculation for a brief period. Then return
to the intake of exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in
some discomfort (humidity or misting).
Maximum air conditioning
This function automatically adjusts the
temperature setting to the lowest possible, the
air distribution towards the central and side air
vents, the air flow to maximum and, if necessary,
activates interior air recirculation.
► Press this button to activate/deactivate
the function (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).
Once the function is deactivated, the system
returns to the previous settings.
Switching off the air
conditioning system
► Press button 12-OFF.
Its indicator lamp lights up and all the other
indicator lamps of the air conditioning system
go off.
This action deactivates all of the functions of the
air conditioning system.
The temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, due to the forward
movement of the vehicle.
Interior air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of mist on the windscreen and side windows.
Recirculating the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from outside odours
and fumes and allows the desired passenger
compartment temperature to be achieved more
rapidly.
► Press this button to activate/deactivate
the function (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp). CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Ease of use and comfort
3Shark fin antenna

A ventilation grille is present at the rear of the
roof for cooling the shark fin antenna.
Any ventilation noise produced, with the ignition
on or the engine running, is completely normal.
Boot fittings
Hatchback

1.Load space cover shelf
2. Boot lamp
3. Storage net
4. Stowing rings 5.
Rigid boot floor or hinged boot carpet
(Rechargeable hybrid)
6. Storage well under the carpet
SW



1. Load space cover roller
2. Rear seat folding controls
3.Bag hook
4. 12
V socket
Boot lamp
5. Storage nets
6. Stowing rings
7. Rigid boot floor, 2-position boot floor or
hinged boot carpet (Rechargeable hybrid)
8. Storage well under the carpet
The stowing rings are designed to secure
luggage using different types of retaining
nets or suitable straps.
For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Load space cover (SW)
In the event of sudden deceleration,
objects placed on the load space cover
can turn into projectiles.
Reeling in

► Pull the handle towards you and downwards;
the load space cover will automatically roll up. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Ease of use and comfort
3Behind the front seats

► Fold down the rear bench seat
► Insert the ends of the bar , one after the other,
into the fixing points in the roof.
►

Attach the net’
s straps to the lower anchoring
points, located on the fixings of the rear bench
seat backrest.
►

Pull on the straps to stretch the net.
Behind the rear bench seat

► Remove the load space cover roller .
► Insert the ends of the bar , one after the other,
into the fixing points in the roof.
►

Attach the straps of the net to the lower rings,
located on each side trim of the boot.
►


Pull on the straps to stretch the net.
2-position boot floor (SW)
(Depending on version)
This 2-position floor allows the boot volume to
be optimised using the lateral stops located on
the sides:
–
High position ( 100

kg max.): to obtain a flat
floor up to the front seats, when the rear seats
are folded down.
–

Low position ( 150

kg max.): maximum boot
volume.
On certain versions, the adjustable boot
floor cannot be fitted in the low position.
To change the height:
► Lift and pull the floor towards you using its
central handle, then use the lateral stops to
move it.
►

Push the floor all the way forwards to place it
in the desired position.


To keep it in the inclined position:
► From the high position, lift the floor towards
the load space cover
.
►

Engage it in the inclined position in the lateral
stops to secure it in this position.
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. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Lighting and visibility
► With the ignition off, pull the lighting control
stalk toward you ("headlamp flash") to activate/
deactivate the function.
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically after a period of time.
Welcome lighting
When the vehicle is unlocked in low light
conditions and the "Automatic illumination of
headlamps" function is activated, this system
automatically switches on:
–

On the outside, sidelamps, dipped beam
headlamps and door mirror spotlamps.
–


Inside, courtesy lamps and footwell lighting.
Door mirror spotlamps
These spotlamps facilitate access to the vehicle
by lighting the ground near the front doors.
The spotlamps come on automatically:
–
when the vehicle is unlocked.
–


when a door is opened.
–


when a request to locate the vehicle is
received from the remote control.
They also come on with the welcome lighting
and guide-me-home lighting functions.
They go off automatically after 30 seconds.
Automatic lighting systems - General
recommendations
The automatic lighting systems use a detection
camera, located at the top of the windscreen.
Operating limits
The system may be disrupted or not work
correctly:
–

When visibility conditions are poor
(e.g.

snowfall, heavy rain).
–

If the windscreen is dirty
, misted-up or
masked (e.g.
sticker) in front of the camera.
–

If the vehicle is facing highly reflective signs
or safety barrier reflectors.
The system is not able to detect:
–


Road users that do not have their own
lighting, such as pedestrians.
–


V

ehicles with hidden lighting (e.g. travelling
behind a safety barrier on the motorway).
–

V

ehicles at the top or bottom of a steep
slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.
Maintenance
Clean the windscreen regularly,
particularly the area in front of the camera.
The internal surface of the windscreen can
also become misted around the camera.
In humid and cold weather, demist the
windscreen regularly.
Do not allow snow to accumulate on the
bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could
obstruct the camera.
Automatic headlamp dipping
For more information, refer to the
General recommendations for
automatic lighting systems.
With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the
"AUTO" position and the function activated on
the touch screen, this system automatically
switches between dipped and main beam
headlamps, according to lighting and traffic
conditions, using a camera located at the top of
the windscreen.
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Lighting and visibility
The driver remains responsible for the vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the
prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions,
and for compliance with driving and vehicle
regulations.
The system is active from 25 mph
(40 km/h) and deactivates below 12 mph
(20

km/h).
Activation/Deactivation
► Place the ring of the lighting control stalk in
the “AUTO” position.
This indicator lamp comes on in the instrument panel.
It is configured in the Settings > Vehicle
touch screen application.
The state of the system is stored when the
ignition is switched off.
When deactivated, the lighting system changes
to "Automatic illumination of lamps" mode.
It is recommended that you deactivate
the function in foggy or snowy conditions
or in case of heavy mist.
The function temporarily is deactivated when
the system detects thick fog or when the
foglamps are switched on manually. This is
signalled by the indicator lamp going off on
the instrument panel.
Travelling abroad
Vehicles equipped with the Peugeot
Matrix LED Technology 2.0 function:
If planning to use your vehicle in a country
that drives on the other side of the road,
deactivate the function to avoid dazzling
oncoming drivers.
Operation
Using a camera, the system detects the driving
conditions (brightness, lights from oncoming or
followed vehicles, road turns) and adapts the
beams of the main headlamps accordingly.
The modules that make up the main beams
switch on and off gradually, segment by
segment, depending on the driving conditions
detected.
Nominal main beam lighting is restored as soon
as the vehicle is no longer detected by the
system.
If the system is selected but the display
on the instrument panel and the alerts are
not available, the indicator lamp comes on in
grey.
Followed vehicle

When approaching a vehicle from behind, only
those lamp segments directed at the followed
vehicle go off, thereby creating a "tunnel" so as
not to dazzle its driver.
Oncoming vehicle

When an oncoming vehicle approaches, only
those lamp segments directed at this vehicle
go off, thereby creating a "tunnel" during the
duration of the approach.
Entering an illuminated area
At the entrance to an illuminated area (e.g. a
town), the lamp segments are gradually switched CarM an uals 2 .c o m