Peugeot 208 2013 Owner's Manual

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)Lower the vehicle fully.)Fold the jack 2 and detach it. )
Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the securitysocket 4(if your vehicle has them). )
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.
)
Refit the bolt covers on each of the bolts(according to equipment). )
Store the tools in the box.

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Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve
traction as well as the behaviour of the vehiclewhen braking.
The snow chains must be fitted onlyto the front wheels. They must never be fitted to "space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow chains and the maximum running speed authorised.


Avoid driving on roads that have been cleared of snow, to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the road surface. It is recommended that before you leave,you practise fitting the snow chains ona level and dry surface. If your vehicleis fitted with alloy wheels, check thatno par t of the chain or its fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.



Advice on installation
)If you have to fit the chains during ajourney, stop the vehicle on a flat surface
on the side of the road.)Apply the parking brake and position anywheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.)Fit the chains following the instructionsprovided by the manufacturer. )Move off gently and drive for a fewmoments, without exceeding 30 mph (50 km/h). )Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly tightened.

Use onl
y the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
For more in
formation on snow chains, contact aPEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Original tyre size
Maximum link size.
1
85/65 R15 9 mm
195/55 R16
205/45 R17 not chainable

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Changing a bulb


Front lamps
A. Model with light guide

In some weather conditions (e.g. low temperature or humidity), the presence of misting on the internal sur face of the glass of the headlamps and rear lampsis normal; it disappears after the lamps have been on for a few minutes.

The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protectivecoating:)do not clean them using a dry or abrasive cloth, nor with a detergent or solvent product,)
use a sponge and soapy water or apH neutral product,)
when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do not keep the lance directed towards thelamps or their edges for too long, so as not to damage their protectivecoating and seals,)
do not touch the bulb directly withyour fingers, use lint-free cloths.
Changing a bulb should only be doneafter the headlamp has been switched off for a few minutes (risk of serious burns). It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order notto damage the headlamp. Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb with the same type andspecification.
B. Model without light guide
1.Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).2.Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).3.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps(light emitting diodes - LEDs).4.Direction indicators (PWY-24W).
5.Front foglamps (directional accordingto version) (H11- 55W).
1.Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).2.Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).3.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (W5-5W).4.Direction indicators (PWY-24W).5. Front foglamps (directional accordingto version) (H11- 55W).

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Changing dipped beam headlampbulbs
) Remove the protective cover by pulling on
the tab. ) Disconnect the bulb connector.)Spread the spring to release the bulb (model A).AA)
Extract the bulb and change it.

Amber coloured bulbs, such as thedirection indicators, must be replacedwith bulbs of identical specificationsand colour.
When refitting, close the protective cover carefully to preser ve the sealing of the headlamp.

Rapid flashing of the direction indicator warning lamp (right or left) indicates thefailure of a bulb on that side.
Changing direction indicator bulbs
)Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and extract it. )Pull out the bulb and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order, positionin
g the alignment lug at
the bottom (model A) or at the top (model AB ).

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Changing main beam headlamp bulbs
)Remove the protective cover by pulling on the tab.)Disconnect the bulb connector. )Pull out the bulb and replace it.
Changing daytime running lamp /
sidelamp bulbs
) Turn the bulb holder a quar ter turn and pull it out. )
Pull out the bulb and replace it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations inreverse order.

Changing the daytime running lamps / sidelamps (light-emittingdiodes - LEDs)

For the replacement of this type of LED lamp, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order, positioning the alignment lug at
the bottom.

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Changing front foglamp / directional lamps
) Access to the front foglamp is through the
orifice below the bumper.) Disconnect the bulb holder connector by pressing on the top of the tongue. )
Extract the bulb holder by pressing on the
two clips clips (top and bottom).) Replace the module.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Changing integrated direction
indicator side repeater bulbs
)Press the central tongue and remove the side repeater. )Pull the bulb holder out and replace the failed bulb.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
You should contact a PEUGEOT dealer or aqualified workshop for the replacement of thesebulbs.

)
Insert a flat screwdriver between the mirror glass and its base.)
Use the screwdriver as a lever to extract
the mirror glass. ) Unclip the mirror shell by pressing on the
two retaining clips.
To obtain this module, contact aPEUGEOT dealer or a qualifiedworkshop. You can also contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for thisreplacement.

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1.Brake lamps (P21W).2.Reversing lamps (R10W).3.Direction indicators (PY21W amber).4.Sidelamps (light emitting diodes -LEDs).
Rear lamps


Changing the light emitting diode-LED lamps

For replacement, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.
5
.Foglamp (P21W).

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These three bulbs are changed from inside the boot:
)open the boot, )remove the access grille from the corresponding side trim panel, )slacken and remove the nut, )disconnect the lamp unit connector, )unclip the lamp unit carefully extract itpulling in line towards the outside,
)
press the four tabs and remove the bulb
holder,
) turn the bulb a quarter of a turn and change it.
To r e a s s e m b l e , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
Tighten sufficiently to ensure sealing, but
without damaging the lamp.

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Changing the third brake lamp
bulbs
)Unscrew the fixing pins on each side of the
lamp, without removing them completely. )Push on the screws to unclip the lamp.
)Disconnect the lamp connector.)Remove the lamp from the outside.)Turn the bulb holder which corresponds
to the faulty bulb one quar ter of a turn and remove it.)Pull the bulb and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.

Number plate lamps
To facilitate the removal of the lamp, carry out
this operation with the tailgate half open.
) Insert a thin screwdriver into the lenscutout. )
Push it outwards. )
Remove the lens.)
Change the faulty bulb.
To refit, press on the lens to clip it in place.
Access is by passing a hand under the bumper. ) Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and
pull it out.)
Disconnect the connector on the bulb holder. )
Pull the bulb out and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverseorder.
You can also contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for the replacement of these bulbs.
Changing a foglamp bulb

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Changing a fuse
The extraction tweezer is fitted to the back of
the dashboard fusebox cover.)unclip the cover by pulling at the top left,
then right, )disengage the cover completely and turn it
over,
Access to the tools
) remove the carrier on which the tweezer isfitted.