tow PEUGEOT 308 2012 Owner's Manual

160
DRIVING

Stopping the vehicle

Before switching off the engine, you
can engage position P
or N
to place the
gearbox in neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake
to immobilise the vehicle, unless it is
programmed to automatic mode.

Operating fault

When the ignition is on, the
lighting of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message in the
multifunction screen, indicates
a gearbox malfunction.
In this case, the gearbox switches to
back-up mode and is locked in 3rd gear.
You may feel a substantial knock when
changing from P
to R
and from N
to R
.
This will not cause any damage to the
gearbox.
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local
speed restrictions permitting.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop.
This warning lamp may also come on if
a door is opened.

You risk damaging the gear-
box:

Manual operation



)
Select position M
for sequential

changing of the six gears.

)
Push the lever towards the +
sign to
change up a gear.

)
Pull the lever towards the -
sign to
change down a gear.

D
disappears and the gears
engaged appear in succes-
sion in the instrument panel.

If the lever is not in position P
,
when the driver's door is opened
or approximately 45 seconds
after the ignition is switched off, there
is an audible signal and a message
appears.


)
Return the lever to position P
; the
audible signal stops and the mes-
sage disappears.

It is only possible to change from one
gear to another if the vehicle speed and
engine speed permit; otherwise, the
gearbox will operate temporarily in au-
tomatic mode.
Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a
gear is not engaged correctly
(selector between two posi-
tions).

It is possible to change from position D

(automatic) to position M
(manual) at
any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or mov-
ing very slowly, the gearbox selects
gear M1
automatically.
The sport and snow programmes do not
operate in manual mode. If the engine speed is too low or too
high, the gear selected fl ashes for a few
seconds, then the actual gear engaged
is displayed.


- if you press the accelerator and
brake pedals at the same time,

- if you force the lever from posi-
tion P
to another position when
the battery is fl at.
To reduce fuel consumption when
stationary for long periods with the
engine running (traffi c jam...), posi-
tion the gear lever at N
and apply
the parking brake, unless it is pro-
grammed in automatic mode.

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DRIVING
The parking sensor system
cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need for vigilance
and responsibility on the part
of the driver. The parking sensors are switched off
:


- when you exit reverse gear,

- when the speed is higher than 6 mph
(10 km/h) in forward gear,

- when the vehicle has been station-
ary for more than three seconds in
forward gear.
Deactivation
Operating fault
The system will be deacti-
vated automatically when a
trailer is being towed or when
a bicycle carrier is fi tted (vehicle fi t-
ted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by PEUGEOT).

Reactivation


)
Press button A
again, the warning
lamp switches off, the system is re-
activated.


)
Press button A
, the warning lamp
comes on, the system is fully deacti-
vated. In bad weather or in winter, en-
sure that the sensors are not
covered with mud, ice or snow.
When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates
that the sensors may be dirty.
When the vehicle is being driven at
a speed below approximately 6 mph
(10 km/h), certain sources of noise
(motorcycles, lorries, pneumatic
drills, ...) may trigger the parking sen-
sor audible signals.
If an operating fault occurs,
this warning lamp is displayed
in the instrument panel and/
or a message appears in
the multifunction screen, ac-
companied by an audible signal (short
beep), when reverse gear is engaged.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.

173
CHECKS

Brake disc wear














Brake pads

Brake wear depends on the
style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in
town, over short distances. It
may be necessary to have the
condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.
For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.







Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
the details of the level checking
interval for this component.







6-speed electronic
gearbox system
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the checking in-
terval for this component.







Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the level checking
interval for this component. This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in
the event of a problem, have the
system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
For more information, see "Driving -
Electric parking brake - § Operating
faults".






















Electric parking brake








Particle emission filter (Diesel)

Maintenance of the particle emission fi l-
ter must be carried out by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
On a new vehicle, the fi rst few
particle emissions fi lter regen-
erations may be accompanied
by a "burning" smell, which is perfect-
ly normal. Following prolonged oper-
ation of the vehicle at very low speed
or at idle, you may, in exceptional
circumstances, notice water vapour
from the exhaust on acceleration.
This does not affect the performance
of the vehicle or the environment.


Dust filter/Anti-odour filter
(activated carbon)
Your vehicle is fi tted with a fi lter which
traps certain dust and limits odours in
the ventilation and air conditioning.
Refer to the servicing booklet for its re-
placement interval.
Do not hesitate to change it if you notice
unpleasant odours, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
A clogged passenger compartment fi lter
may reduce the performance of the air
conditioning system and produce un-
pleasant odours.

174
PRACTICAL INFORMATION

















TEMPORARY PUNCTURE
REPAIR KIT
The kit is stowed in the boot under the
fl oor. It is installed in the tool box, lo-
cated under the storage box. Complete system consisting of a com-
pressor and a sealant cartridge which
permits temporary repair
of a tyre so
that you can drive to the nearest ga-
rage.
It is designed to repair most punctures
which could affect the tyre, located on
the tyre tread or shoulder.

All of these tools are specifi c to your
vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.


1.
12 V compressor.
Contains a sealant cartridge for
the temporary repair of a tyre and
can be used to adjust the tyre
pressures.

2.
Two chocks to chock the vehicle.

3.
Socket for security bolts (located
in the glove box * ).
For adapting the wheelbrace to
the special security bolts.


List of tools

Other accessories

4.
Removable towing eye.

Refer to "Electric parking brake" in the "Driving" section.
Refer to the paragraph "Towing
the vehicle".

5.
Electric parking brake emergency
release control.

Access to the kit


*
Depending on destination country.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

)
Visit a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop as
soon as possible.
You must inform the technician that
you have used this kit. After inspec-
tion, the technician will inform you
whether the tyre can be repaired or
must be replaced.



)
Turn the selector A
to the
"air" position.

)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.

)
Connect the black pipe to the valve
of the wheel.
)
Connect the compressor's electric
plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

)
Start the vehicle again and leave the
engine running.
)
Adjust the pressure using the com-
pressor (to infl ate: switch B
in po-
sition "I"
; to defl ate: switch B
in
position "O"
and press button C
), in
accordance with the vehicle's tyre
pressure label (located on the left
hand door aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qual-
ifi ed workshop for assistance.

)
Remove and stow the kit.

)
Drive at reduced speed (50 mph
[80 km/h] max) limiting the distance
travelled to approximately 120 miles
(200 km).
2. Infl ation

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Removing the cartridge




)
Stow the black pipe.

)
Detach the angled base from the
white pipe.

)
Support the compressor vertically.

)

Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.



Beware of discharges of fl uid.
The expiry date of the fl uid is
indicated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take it to
an authorised waste disposal site or
a PEUGEOT dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from PEUGEOT
dealers or from a qualifi ed workshop.



Checking tyre pressures/
inflating accessories


)
Turn the selector A
to the
"Air" position.

)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.

)
Connect the black pipe to the valve
of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fi t one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit fi rst.
You can also use the compressor, with-
out injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your
tyres,

- infl ate other accessories (balls, bi-
cycle tyres...).

)
Connect the compressor's electri-
cal connector to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.

)
Start the vehicle and let the engine
run.

)
Adjust the pressure using the com-
pressor (to infl ate: switch B
in po-
sition "I"
; to defl ate: switch B
in
position "O"
and press button C
),
according to the vehicle's tyre pres-
sure label or the accessory's pres-
sure label.

)
Remove the kit then stow it.

181
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
All of these tools are specifi c to your
vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.


1.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and
removing the wheel bolts.

2.
Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.

3.
"Bolt cover" tool (according to
equipment).
For removing the bolt protectors
(covers) on alloy wheels.

4.
Centring guide.
For refi tting an alloy wheel to the
hub.
List of tools *

Other accessories
Wheel with trim

When removing the wheel
,
detach the trim fi rst using the
wheelbrace 1
pulling at the valve
passage hole.

When refi tting the wheel
, refi t the
trim starting by placing its notch fac-
ing the valve and press around its
edge with the palm of your hand.

5.
Socket for the security bolts (lo-
cated in the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to
the special "security" bolts.

6.
Two chocks to immobilise the
vehicle.


7.
Removable towing eye.

Refer to "Electric parking brake" in the "Driving" section. Refer to the paragraph "Tow-
ing the vehicle".

8.
Electric brake emergency release
control.

* Depending on destination country.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION















Access to the spare wheel *

The spare wheel is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
Depending on country, the spare wheel
may be steel, alloy or of the "space-
saver" type.
To gain access to it, refer to the paragraph
"Access to the tools" on the previous
page.
Taking out the wheel


)
Unscrew the yellow central bolt.

)
Raise the spare wheel towards you
from the rear.

)
Take the wheel out of the boot.


Putting the wheel back in place


)
Put the wheel back in its housing.

)
Unscrew the yellow central bolt by a
few turns then put it in place in the
centre of the wheel.

)
Tighten fully until the central bolt
clicks to retain the wheel correctly.

)
Put the box back in place in the cen-
tre of the wheel and clip it.

)
Put the polystyrene storage box
back in place.


Tyre under-infl ation
detection
The spare wheel is not fi tted
with a sensor. The punctured wheel
must be repaired by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.


*
Depending on destination country.

185
PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Risk of electrocution

Xenon bulbs (D1S-35W) must
be replaced by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.













CHANGING A BULB








Model with halogen headlamps


1.
Direction indicators
(HP24 amber-24W).


2.
Dipped beam headlamps
(H7-55W).


3.
Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).


4.
Daytime running lamps
(HP24-24W).


5.
Foglamps (PS24-24W).


6.
Sidelamps (W5-5W).





1.
Direction indicators
(HP24 amber-24W).


2.
Dipped/main beam directional
headlamps (D1S-35W).


3.
Daytime running lamps/
sidelamps (P21/5W).


4.
Foglamps (PS24-24W).






























Model with xenon and directional
headlamps The headlamps are fi tted with
polycarbonate glass with a
protective coating:


)
do not clean them using a dry
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,


)
use a sponge and soapy water,

)
when using a high pressure wash-
er on persistent marks, do not
keep the lance directed towards
the lamps or their edges for too
long, so as not to damage their
protective coating and seals.


Front lamps




)
Do not touch the bulb directly with
your fi ngers, use lint-free cloths.
Changing a bulb should only be
done after the headlamp has been
switched off for a few minutes (risk of
serious burns).
It is imperative to use only anti-ultra-
violet (UV) type bulbs in order not to
damage the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specifi cation.

187
PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Changing sidelamp and daytime running
lamp bulbs (models with xenon headlamps)


)
Remove the protective plastic cover
by pulling on the tab.

)
Disconnect the bulb connector.

)
Remove the bulb by pulling and
change it.

To r efi t, carry out these operations in re-
verse order.








Changing foglamp bulbs

You can also contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop to have these
bulbs changed.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.


)
Insert a screwdriver towards the
centre of the repeater between the
repeater and the base of the mirror.

)
Tilt the screwdriver to extract the re-
peater and remove it.

)
Disconnect the repeater connector.
To r efi t, carry out these operations in re-
verse order.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop to obtain replacement
repeaters.






Changing integrated direction
indicator side repeaters







Changing direction
indicator bulbs







Changing dipped beam
and main beam headlamp
bulbs (models with xenon
headlamps)
D1S xenon bulbs must be changed
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop as there is a risk of elec-
trocution.
It is recommended that the D1S bulbs
are changed at the same time when
one of them fails.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.