2023 PEUGEOT 408 dashboard warning lights

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Dashboard instruments
1Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed on the instrument panel.
You may be able to deal with some faults
yourself, such as changing the battery in the
remote control.
For other faults, such as with the tyre under-
inflation detection system, carry out (3).
Fixed, accompanied by the display of a
message.
One or more major faults, for which there is/are
no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected.
Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed on the instrument panel, then carry
out (3).
Fixed, accompanied by the message
"Parking brake fault".
Automatic release of the electric parking brake is
unavailable.
Carry out (2).
BrakingFixed.
A minor fault with the braking system has
been detected.
Drive carefully.
Carry out (3).
Malfunction (with electric parking brake)Fixed, accompanied by the
message "Parking brake fault".
The vehicle cannot be immobilised with the
engine running. If manual application and release commands are
not working, the electric parking brake control is
faulty.
The automatic functions must be used at all
times and are automatically reactivated in the
event of a fault with the control.
Carry out (2).
Fixed, accompanied by the
message "Parking brake
fault".
The electric parking brake is faulty: manual and
automatic functions may not be working.
When stationary, to immobilise the vehicle:
►

Pull the electric parking brake control and
hold it for approximately 7 to 15

seconds, until
the indicator lamp lights up on the instrument
panel.
If this procedure does not work, secure the
vehicle:
►

Park on a level surface.
►


Select mode


P on the automatic gearbox,
then place the supplied chock against one of the
wheels.
Then carry out (2).
Automatic functions deactivated (electric
parking brake)
Fixed.
The "automatic application" (on switching
off the engine) and "automatic release" (on
acceleration) functions are deactivated.
If automatic application/release is no longer
possible:
►

Start the engine. ►


Use the control to apply the electric parking
brake.
►

T
ake your foot fully off the brake pedal.
►
Hold the control pressed in the release
direction for between 10 and 15
seconds.
►
Release the control.
►

Depress and hold the brake pedal.
►

Pull the control in the application direction for
2
seconds.
►
Release the control and the brake pedal.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)Fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has a fault.
The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at moderate speed, then carry
out (3).
Power steeringFixed.
A minor fault in the power steering has
been detected.
Drive carefully at moderate speed, then carry
out (3).
Engine self-diagnostic systemFlashing.
The engine management system has a
fault.
There is a risk that the catalytic converter will be
destroyed.
You must carry out (2).
Fixed.
The emissions control system has a fault. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Dashboard instruments
Peugeot Matrix LED Technology 2.0Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message.
A malfunction
of the Peugeot Matrix LED
Technology 2.0 headlamps or of the camera has
been detected.
Carry out (2).
Automatic headlamp dippingFixed, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message.
A function or camera malfunction is detected.
Carry out (2).
Green warning/indicator lamps
Stop & Start
Fixed.
When the vehicle stops, the Stop & Start
system puts the engine into STOP mode.
Flashing temporarily.
STOP mode is momentarily unavailable
or START mode is automatically triggered.
For more information, refer to the Driving
section.
Vehicle ready to drive (Rechargeable
hybrid)
Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal
when it comes on.
The vehicle is ready to drive.
The indicator lamp goes out upon reaching a
speed of approximately 3 mph (5
km/h) and
lights up again when the vehicle stops moving.
The lamp will go out when you switch off the
motor and exit the vehicle.
Seat unoccupied/Seat belt not fastenedFixed.
(grey)
With the ignition on, one of the front or rear
passenger seats is considered to be unoccupied.
Seat occupied/Seat belt fastenedFixed.
With the ignition on, the driver or a
passenger has fastened their seat belt.
Direction indicatorsFlashing with audible signal.
The direction indicators are on.
Daytime running lamps/SidelampsFixed.
With adequate ambient light, the daytime
running lamps are on.
With inadequate ambient light, the sidelamps
are on.
Dipped beam headlampsFixed.
The lamps are on.
Night Vision
Fixed.
(grey)
The function is activated, but not available.
Fixed.
The function is active.
All of the conditions are met: the system is
operating.
For more information, refer to the Lighting and
visibility section.
Peugeot Matrix LED Technology 2.0Fixed.
(grey)
The function is activated, but not available.
All the operating conditions have not been met.
Fixed.
The function is active.
All of the conditions are met: the system is
operating.
For more information, refer to the Lighting and
visibility section.
Automatic headlamp dippingFixed.
The function has been activated
via the touch screen.
The lighting control stalk ring is in the “ AUTO”
position.
For more information, refer to the Lighting and
visibility section.
Blue warning/indicator lamps
Main beam headlamps
Fixed.
The lamps are on.
Black/white warning lamps
Foot on the brake
Fixed.
Insufficient or no pressure on the brake
pedal.
With the engine running, before releasing the
parking brake, to move out of mode P on an
automatic gearbox. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Safety
Passengers must not place their feet on the
dashboard.
Do not smoke as deployment of the airbags
can cause burns or the risk of injury from a
cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or
hit it violently.
Do not fix or attach anything to the steering
wheel or dashboard, as this could cause
injuries when the airbags are deployed.
Lateral airbags
Use only approved seat covers
compatible with the deployment of these
airbags. For information on the range of seat
covers suitable for your vehicle, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not fix or attach anything to the seat
backrests (e.g.
clothing) as this could cause
injuries to the chest or arm when the airbag is
deployed.
Do not sit with the upper part of the body any
nearer to the door than necessary.
The vehicle's front door panels include side
impact sensors.
A damaged door or any unauthorised or
incorrectly executed work (modification or
repair) on the front doors or their interior trim
could compromise the operation of these
sensors - risk of malfunction of the lateral
airbags!
All work must be carried out only by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
Curtain airbags
Do not fix or attach anything to the roof,
as this could cause head injuries when the
curtain airbag is deployed.
Do not remove the grab handles installed on
the roof.
Active bonnet

The active bonnet has been designed to
optimise the safety of pedestrians in the event of
collision with the front of the vehicle.
The pyrotechnic system is triggered at the
hinges of the bonnet to lift it, when the sensors
located at the front of the vehicle detect a
collision.
Deployment of the active bonnet is
accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system. The airbag
warning lamp comes on.
After triggering, do not try to open or close
the bonnet. Call a towing company or go to
the nearest PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop, driving at a speed below 19 mph
(30
km/h).
Make sure that you adjust the height of the
driver's seat - risk of hindrance to visibility!
This equipment will only trigger once. If a second impact occurs (during the same
or a subsequent accident), the active bonnet
will not trigger.
After an accident or if the vehicle has been
stolen, have the system checked.
Do not tamper with the pyrotechnic systems
under the bonnet, close to the struts - risk of
explosion!
All work must be carried out only by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp lights up on the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message and
an audible signal. You must contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked.
The active bonnet may not deploy in the event of
an impact. CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Practical information

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7Compatibility of fuels
Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard
containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol
respectively.
The only petrol fuel additives authorised for use are those that meet the B715001
standard.
Travelling abroad
Certain fuels could damage your vehicle’s
engine.
In certain countries, the use of a particular
fuel may be required (specific octane rating,
specific trade name, etc.) to ensure correct
operation of the engine.
For all additional information, consult a dealer.
Refuelling
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 52 litres
(Petrol) or 40 litres (Rechargeable hybrid).
Reserve level: approximately 6 litres.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level is reached, this
warning lamp lights up on the instrument
panel, accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal. When it first comes on,
about 6 litres of fuel remain.
Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp
appears every time the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by the message and the audible
signal. When driving, this message and audible
signal are repeated with increasing frequency as
the fuel level drops towards 0.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
A small arrow by the warning lamp indicates which side of the vehicle the
fuel filler flap is located on.
Stop & Start
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition.
Refuelling
Any addition of fuel must be in quantities of at
least 10 litres, in order to be registered by the
fuel gauge.
Opening the filler flap may create a noise caused
by an inrush of air. This vacuum is entirely
normal, resulting from the sealing of the fuel
system.
To refuel in complete safety:
►

Always switch off the engine.

► To open the filler flap, press the flap opening
button for more than 2 seconds or, with the
vehicle unlocked, press the rear of the filler flap
(depending on version).
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
After pressing the button on the
dashboard, the filler flap may not open for
several minutes. A sound is emitted when the
filler flap opens.
If the flap becomes stuck, press and hold
the button on the dashboard for more than
3

seconds.
►

Select a pump that delivers the correct fuel
type for the vehicle's engine (see a reminder
label on the inside of the filler flap).


► Turn the filler cap to the left, remove it
and place it on its support on the filler flap
(depending on version). CarM an uals 2 .c o m