Peugeot 208 2015 Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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Temporarily exceeding the
speed
It is possible to accelerate and temporarily
drive at a speed higher than the registered
speed setting.
The cruise speed setting value flashes.
When the accelerator pedal is released, the
vehicle will return to the registered speed
setting.Registering a cruise speed
setting
- Bring the vehicle up to the desired speed
by pressing the accelerator.
Pause (OFF)
- Press this button or the brake or clutch
pedal.
Resume
- After the cruise control has been paused,
press this button.
The vehicle returns to the last registered speed.
Or, you can also start the procedure for
"registering a cruise speed setting".
Changing the registered
speed setting
To register a speed higher than the previous
setting, there are two possibilities.
-
Press the SET - or SET +
button
The speed setting is registered/activated and
the vehicle will maintain this speed.
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Be vigilant when modifying the cruise
control setting by pressing and holding,
as the speed of your vehicle may
increase or decrease quickly.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the registered speed.
The cruise control system cannot in
any circumstances replace the need
to observe speed limits or the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned
and secured to the floor correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
Operating fault
The registered speed setting is erased, then
replaced by three dashes.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Switching off the function
- Place the thumb wheel at the "0" position:
cruise control mode is deselected. The
display returns to the total mileage
recorder.
After switching off the ignition, all registered
speed settings are lost.Without using the accelerator
- Press the SET + button.
A short press increases the speed setting by
1 mph (km/h).
Pressing and holding increases the setting in
steps of 5 mph (km/h).
Using the accelerator
- Accelerate beyond the registered speed to
the new desired speed.
- Press the SET + or SET - button.
To register a speed lower than the previous
setting:
- Press the SET - button.
A short press decreases the speed setting by
1 mph (km/h).
Pressing and holding decreases the setting in
steps of 5 mph (km/h).
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Speed settingsOperation
F Go to the main menu by pressing
the " MENU " button.
F Select the " Driving" menu.
F Select the secondary page.
F Select " Speed settings ".
F Select the speed to be modified.
F Press " Modify ". For safety reasons, the driver must
carry out these operations when
stationary.
F
Enter the new value.
F Press on confirm.
F Confirm to save the modifications and quit
the menu.
Use this button to select all speeds.
Use this button to deselect all
speeds.
This button restores the factory
settings.
Principle
The speed values applied by the speed limiter
"LIMIT " and the cruise control " CRUISE" can
be saved (up to 5 different speed settings).
With the touch screen
Advice
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Steering mounted control
Selection
To select a saved speed:
F press and hold button "+" or "-"; the
system stops at the closest saved speed,
F press and hold button "+" or "-" again to
select another saved speed.
A reminder of the speed and the state of the
system (on / off) is displayed in the instrument
panel.
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Never look at the laser sensor through
an optical instrument (magnifying glass,
microscope...) at a distance of less than
10 centimetres: risk of eye injury.
Active City Brake
Principle
A preventive driving assistance system that, using
a sensor located at the top of the windscreen,
automatically applies the vehicle's brakes if behind
a vehicle in the same lane that is slowing down
rapidly, stopping or is stationary.
The objective is to avoid a collision or reduce the
speed of impact.
The Active City Brake system can in no circumstances
replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.
Operation
Required conditions:
- Vehicles driving in the same lane.
- Not in too pronounced a bend.
- Speed of the vehicle between 3 and
18 mph (5 and 30 km).
- Braking assistance systems (ABS, EBFD,
EBA) in working order.
- Trajectory control systems (ASR, DSC) in
working order and not deactivated.
- Operation of Active City Brake not
triggered in the previous 10 seconds.
During detection:
-
Display of a message.
- Illumination of the brake lamps.
The automatic braking occurs later than when
normal by the driver and only takes place if
the driver fails to apply the brakes at all or
sufficiently firmly, or to take avoiding action.
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A collision is probably avoided if the speed
difference between the vehicles is not more
than 9 mph (15 km/h). If the automatic braking
function is not able to avoid a collision, the
speed of impact will have been reduced by
lowering the speed of the vehicle.
The automatic braking triggered:
- can be even more effective if the driver
presses the brake pedal more firmly,
- may stop the vehicle, holding the brakes on
for 1.5 seconds when stationary to allow
the driver time to take back control of the
vehicle,
- may cause the engine to stall,
- can be interrupted if the driver takes
avoiding action,
- may give rise to a pumping noise resulting
from the pressurisation of the braking
system. Limits of operation
Not detected are:
-
Some other road users: pedestrians,
animals, motorcyclists, cyclists.
- Fixed and non-reflective materials.
Touch screen
Press " MENU" to display the " MAIN
MENU ".
Select " Driving ".
Select " Secondary page ".
Select " Vehicle settings ".
Select the " Driving assistance " tab.
Check the " Automatic emergency
braking activated " box.
Switching on:
Confirm.
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Switching off:
Check the "Automatic emergency braking
deactivated " box.
The last selection remains in memory when the
ignition is switched off.
If the automatic emergency braking function is
deactivated, following each start a temporary
message will be displayed to signal this
once a speed threshold (6 mph - 10 km/h) is
exceeded.
To deactivate:
- Following an impact to the windscreen
close to the sensor.
- When towing a trailer.
- When the vehicle is being towed.
To check (whether it is necessary to deactivate
the function before):
- crossing a toll payment barrier.
- going through an automatic car wash.
Advice
To clean or clear: from the top of the
windscreen, any dirt, masking deposits or
accumulation of mist on the windscreen, any
stickers or leaves obstructing the field of vision
of the laser, as well as accumulations of snow
on the bonnet that could inter fere with the
perception of risks and so the measurement.
If the laser is obscured, a message appears
to suggest cleaning and/or demisting the
windscreen.
Remain particularly vigilant when driving
in poor weather (very heavy rain, hail, fog,
snow…) as braking distances increase while
the laser's calculation parameters stay the
same.Maintenance
Check that the sensor is not obscured.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
- The message " Automatic braking system
fault " accompanied by an audible signal
indicating that a fault has been detected.
- Following an impact, the system is
automatically put out of service, it no longer
works. The system detects the deployment
of airbags.
Class 1M Laser Product : The laser
rays are invisible, do not look at it
directly with an optical instrument
(magnifying glass, microscope…) as
there is a risk of eye injury.
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Road holding
Definition
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) comprising
the following systems:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS) and
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance,
- wheel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction
control,
- dynamic stability control (DSC).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
Definition
These systems improve the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and contribute towards improved control in
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
Definition
In an emergency, this system enables you to
reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in the effectiveness of the braking.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
Definition
This system (also known as Traction Control)
optimises traction in order to avoid wheel
slip by acting on the brakes of the driving
wheels and on the engine. It also improves
the directional stability of the vehicle on
acceleration.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
Definition
If there is a difference between the path
followed by the vehicle and that required by the
driver, this system monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the required path, within the limits of the laws
of physics.
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Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
Operation
In emergency braking, press
very firmly without releasing the
pressure. When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
make sure that these are approved for
your vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal.
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp indicates that there is a fault
with the ABS.
When this warning lamp comes on,
coupled with the STOP
and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied by
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed.
an audible signal and a message, it indicates
that there is a fault with the electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD).
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.
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Limits of operation
The DSC system offers exceptional
safety in normal driving, but this should
not encourage the driver to take extra
risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of the system
depends on observation of the
manufacturer's recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
the braking components, the electronic
components and the PEUGEOT
assembly and repair procedures.
After an impact, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.Fixed illumination
The DSC/ASR system has a fault.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
F
Pressing switches off the DSC system, the
indicator lamp in the button comes on. You
can the spin the wheels to regain grip.
Principle
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the
DSC system, so that the wheels can spin freely
and regain grip.
However, it is recommended that the system be
reactivated as soon as possible.
Advice
The DSC system is switched on automatically
every time the engine is started or after
reaching a speed of 30 mph (50 km/h).
Except for the 1.6 litre THP 155, THP 200 and
THP 208 engines, where the button has to
be pressed; the indicator lamp in the button
stays of f.
F Pressing again switches the system
back on.Dynamic stability control (DSC)
and anti-slip regulation (ASR)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically
each time the vehicle is started.
The operation of the dynamic grip or
trajectory control system is signalled
by flashing of the warning lamp in the
instrument panel, each time they are
brought into play.
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