practical information Peugeot 308 CC 2009 Owner's Guide

10
147
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BATTERY
Procedure for charging your battery
when it is fl at or for starting the engine
using another battery.
Access to the battery Starting using another battery

 Connect the red cable to the posi-
tive terminal (+) of the fl at battery A ,
then to the positive terminal (+) of
the slave battery B .


Connect one end of the green or
black cable to the negative terminal (-)
of the slave battery B .

 Connect the other end of the green
or black cable to the earth point C
on the broken down vehicle.

 Operate the starter, let the engine
run.

 Wait until the engine returns to idle
and disconnect the cables.

The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:

 open the bonnet using the interior
lever, then the exterior lever,

 secure the bonnet strut,

 remove the plastic cover to gain ac-
cess to the two terminals,

 unclip the fuse box to remove the
battery, if necessary.

10
!
!
i
148
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Do not disconnect the terminals
while the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without
disconnecting the terminals fi rst.
The batteries contain harmful sub-
stances such as sulphuric acid and
lead. They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and
must not, in any circumstances, be
discarded with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries
and vehicle batteries to a special
collection point.
Charging the battery using a
battery charger

 Disconnect the battery from the
vehicle.

 Follow the instructions for use pro-
vided by the manufacturer of the
charger.


Reconnect starting with the negative
terminal (-).


Check that the terminals and connec-
tors are clean. If they are covered with
sulphate (whitish or greenish deposit),
remove them and clean them.
At the risk of discharging the bat-
tery, the deactivated functions can
be reactivated manually.
LOAD REDUCTION MODE
System which manages the use of
certain functions in relation to the level
of charge remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the
load reduction function temporarily
deactivates certain functions, such as
the air conditioning, the "AIRWAVE"
systems, the rear screen de-icing...
The deactivated functions are reactivat-
ed automatically as soon as conditions
permit.
To avoid discharging the battery,
do not leave the lights on repeate-
dly with the ignition off (refer to the
"Energy economy mode" para-
graph).
It is advisable to disconnect the
battery if the vehicle is to be left
unu sed for more than one month. Before disconnecting the
battery
Wait 2 minutes after switching off
the ignition before disconnecting
the battery.
Close the roof, the windows and
the doors before disconnecting the
battery.
Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the bat-
tery, switch on the ignition and wait
1 minute before starting to permit ini-
tialisation of the electronic systems.
However, if slight diffi culties are en-
countered following this operation,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Referring to the corresponding sec-
tion, you must yourself reinitialise:
- the remote control key,
- the electric windows and the
automatic partial opening of the
door windows,
- the GPS satellite navigation system.

10
!
!
i
148
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Do not disconnect the terminals
while the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without
disconnecting the terminals fi rst.
The batteries contain harmful sub-
stances such as sulphuric acid and
lead. They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and
must not, in any circumstances, be
discarded with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries
and vehicle batteries to a special
collection point.
Charging the battery using a
battery charger

 Disconnect the battery from the
vehicle.

 Follow the instructions for use pro-
vided by the manufacturer of the
charger.


Reconnect starting with the negative
terminal (-).


Check that the terminals and connec-
tors are clean. If they are covered with
sulphate (whitish or greenish deposit),
remove them and clean them.
At the risk of discharging the bat-
tery, the deactivated functions can
be reactivated manually.
LOAD REDUCTION MODE
System which manages the use of
certain functions in relation to the level
of charge remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the
load reduction function temporarily
deactivates certain functions, such as
the air conditioning, the "AIRWAVE"
systems, the rear screen de-icing...
The deactivated functions are reactivat-
ed automatically as soon as conditions
permit.
To avoid discharging the battery,
do not leave the lights on repeate-
dly with the ignition off (refer to the
"Energy economy mode" para-
graph).
It is advisable to disconnect the
battery if the vehicle is to be left
unu sed for more than one month. Before disconnecting the
battery
Wait 2 minutes after switching off
the ignition before disconnecting
the battery.
Close the roof, the windows and
the doors before disconnecting the
battery.
Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the bat-
tery, switch on the ignition and wait
1 minute before starting to permit ini-
tialisation of the electronic systems.
However, if slight diffi culties are en-
countered following this operation,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Referring to the corresponding sec-
tion, you must yourself reinitialise:
- the remote control key,
- the electric windows and the
automatic partial opening of the
door windows,
- the GPS satellite navigation system.

10
!
i
149
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Let the engine run for the duration
specifi ed to ensure that the battery
charge is suffi cient.
Do not repeatedly and continu-
ously restart the engine in order to
charge the battery.
A fl at battery prevents the engine
from starting (refer to the "Battery"
paragraph).
If the telephone is being used at
this time:
- it will be maintained for 5 minutes
with the hands-free kit of your PC
Sound or PC Nav,
- it will still be possible to fi nish the call with the PC Com 3D.
System which manages the duration of
use of certain functions to conserve a
suffi cient level of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, windscreen wipers,
dipped headlamps, courtesy lights, etc.
for a maximum combined duration of
thirty minutes. Exiting economy mode These functions are reactivated auto-
matically next time the vehicle is driven.

 In order to resume the use of these
functions immediately, start the en-
gine and let it run:
- for less than ten minutes, to use the equipment for approximately
fi ve minutes,
- for more than ten minutes, to use the equipment for up to approxi-
mately thirty minutes.
Switching to economy mode
Once the thirty minutes are over,
a message appears on the multi-func-
tion display indicating that the vehicle
has switched to economy mode and the
active functions are put on standby.
CHANGING A WIPER BLADE
Procedure for replacing a worn wiper
blade with a new one without the use
of tools.
Removing a front wiper blade

 Raise the corresponding wiper arm.

 Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting a front wiper blade

 Check the size of the wiper blade
as the shorter blade is fi tted on the
right-hand side of the vehicle.

 Put the corresponding new wiper
blade in place and clip it.

 Fold down the wiper arm carefully.
Before removing a front wiper
blade

 Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wipers stalk
to position the wiper blades in the
centre of the windscreen.
After fitting a front wiper blade

 Switch on the ignition.

 Operate the wipers stalk again to
park the wiper blades.

10
!i
150
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.
Access to the tools Towing your vehicle

 On the front bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the bottom.

 Screw the towing eye in fully.

 Install the towbar.

 Switch on the hazard warning lights
on the towed vehicle.
 On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the bottom.

 Screw the towing eye in fully.

 Install the towbar.

 Switch on the hazard warning lights
on the towed vehicle.
Towing another vehicle
The towing eye is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
To gain access to it:

 change to the "coupé" confi guration,

 open the boot,

 raise the fl oor,

 secure it by hooking its handle on
the boot seal,

 remove the towing eye from the
holder. When towing with all four wheels on
the ground, always use a towbar.
When towing with only two wheels
on the ground, always use profes-
sional lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off,
there is no longer any braking or
steering assistance.

 Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N on the automatic
gearbox).
Failure to observe this special
condition could result in damage
to certain braking components and
the absence of braking assistance
the next time the engine is started.

10
i
i
151
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A TRAILER, A CARAVAN, ETC.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Distribution of loads

 Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towing load
must be reduced by 10 % and so on for
every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towing loads
which apply to your vehicle. In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
Side wind

 Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.

 To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed. Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
Tyres

 Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting

 Check the electrical signalling on
the trailer.
The rear parking assistance will
be deactivated automatically if an
original PEUGEOT towbar is used.
 If the warning lamp and the

STOP warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.
Towbar suited to the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional signal-
ling and lighting.
Driving advice
We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage
of your vehicle, and that the fi t-
ting of the towbar is entrusted to a
PEUGEOT dealer.
If the trailer is not fi tted by a
PEUGEOT dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the electrical
pre-equipment installed at the rear
of the vehicle, in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions. Driving with a trailer subjects the towing
vehicle to more signifi cant stress and its
driver must be particularly careful.
The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.

10
i
152
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
VERY COLD CLIMATE SCREEN *
Removable device which prevents the
accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.
Fitting

 Offer up the very cold climate screen
to the front of the lower section of
the front bumper.

 Press on its periphery to clip its fi xing
clips one by one.
Do not forget to remove the very
cold climate screen:
- when the outside temperature exceeds 10 °C,
- when towing,
- at speeds higher than 75 mph (120 km/h). * According to country.
Removal

 Use a screwdriver as a lever to unclip
each fi xing clip in turn.
ACCESSORIES
You can obtain a wide range of ac-
cessories and original parts from the
PEUGEOT network.
These accessories and parts have been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from PEUGEOT's recommenda-
tion and warranty.
The product range offered by
PEUGEOT
Accessories is structured around 5 catego-
ries: PROTECTION - TOURING - IN-CAR
TECHNOLOGY - STYLING - UNIVERSAL.
"Protection": "Touring":
mats ** , boot tray, windstop.
For leisure pursuits: bicycle
carrier on towbar, booster
seats and child seats.
anti-theft alarm, window engra-
ving, wheel locks, breathalyser,
fi rst aid kit, warning triangle,
safety jacket, stolen vehicle
tracking system, temporary tyre
repair kit, snow chains.
** To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- never fi t one mat on top of another.
Trailer towbar which must be fi tted by
the PEUGEOT network.

10
i
152
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
VERY COLD CLIMATE SCREEN *
Removable device which prevents the
accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.
Fitting

 Offer up the very cold climate screen
to the front of the lower section of
the front bumper.

 Press on its periphery to clip its fi xing
clips one by one.
Do not forget to remove the very
cold climate screen:
- when the outside temperature exceeds 10 °C,
- when towing,
- at speeds higher than 75 mph (120 km/h). * According to country.
Removal

 Use a screwdriver as a lever to unclip
each fi xing clip in turn.
ACCESSORIES
You can obtain a wide range of ac-
cessories and original parts from the
PEUGEOT network.
These accessories and parts have been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from PEUGEOT's recommenda-
tion and warranty.
The product range offered by
PEUGEOT
Accessories is structured around 5 catego-
ries: PROTECTION - TOURING - IN-CAR
TECHNOLOGY - STYLING - UNIVERSAL.
"Protection": "Touring":
mats ** , boot tray, windstop.
For leisure pursuits: bicycle
carrier on towbar, booster
seats and child seats.
anti-theft alarm, window engra-
ving, wheel locks, breathalyser,
fi rst aid kit, warning triangle,
safety jacket, stolen vehicle
tracking system, temporary tyre
repair kit, snow chains.
** To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- never fi t one mat on top of another.
Trailer towbar which must be fi tted by
the PEUGEOT network.

10
!
i
i
153
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The fi tting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by PEUGEOT may
result in a failure of your vehicle's
electronic system.
Please note this specifi c warn-
ing. You are advised to contact a
representative of the Marque to be
shown the range of recommended
equipment and accessories.
Depending on the country in which
the vehicle is sold, it is compulsory
to have a safety jacket, warning tri-
angle and spare bulbs available in
the vehicle.
"Styling":
"Universal": alloy wheels.
screenwash, interior and exte-
rior maintenance and cleaning
products.
"In-car technology":
audio systems, satellite navi-
gation systems, hands-free
kit, speakers, DVD player,
connection kit for MP3 player
or portable CD player, USB
Box, rear parking assistance.
Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
It is advisable to contact a repre-
sentative of the PEUGEOT marque
before installing accessory radio-
communication transmitters with
an external aerial on your vehicle.
The PEUGEOT network will provide
you with the specifi cations (frequen-
cy band, maximum output power,
aerial position, special installation
conditions) of the transmitters which
can be fi tted, in accordance with the
Vehicle Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/104/CE).