brake PEUGEOT 308 CC 2010 Owners Manual

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The warning lamps may come on
continuously or fl ash.
Certain warning lamps may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can
it be ascertained whether the situ-
ation is normal or whether a fault
has occurred.
Indicator and warning lamps
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (operation
or deactivation indicator lamps) or of the
occurrence of a fault (warning lamp).
Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning
lamps may be accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on the
multifunction screen.
Operation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps
comes on, this confi rms that the corre-
sponding system has come into operation.
Left-hand direction indicator.
Parking brake applied.
Right-hand direction
indicator.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped beam headlamps.
Diesel engine pre-heating.
Wait until this has gone out
before operating the starter.
Front foglamps.
Rear foglamp.
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lamps come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle's ignition is
switched on.
When the engine is started, these warning
lamps should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult the warning lamp concerned.
Common operation indicator lamps

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Engine self-diagnostic
system.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine management system.
If it fl ashes, it indicates the occurrence of
a fault in the emission control system.
Maximum coolant
temperature.
If this comes on, it indicates that
the temperature in the cooling
system is too high. Stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Low fuel level.
When this fi rst comes on, you
have approximately 6 litres of
fuel remaining in the tank.
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid run-
ning out of fuel. Airbags.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the airbag, roll-over hoop or
seat belt pretensioner systems.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened.
If this comes on, it indicates
that the driver and/or the front
passenger has not fastened or has un-
fastened their seat belt.
It also indicates that one or more rear
passengers have unfastened their seat
belt.
Water in Diesel * .
If this comes on, it indicates the
presence of water in the Diesel
fi lter.
There is a risk of damage to the injec-
tion system on Diesel engines. Door open.
A door or the boot is open:
Battery charge.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...). Engine oil pressure.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine lubrication system. Stop
the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Specifi c warning lamps
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put into
service automatically when the
vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated, if this
warning lamp and the indicator lamp on the
button come on continuously, this indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the ESP/ASR system.
* According to country.
-
if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), this
warning lamp comes on continuously.
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph
(10 km/h), this warning lamp comes
on continuously, accompanied by an
audible signal.
Never continue to drive until you
run out of fuel, this could damage
the emission control and injection
systems.
Foot on brake.
Press the brake pedal to start
the engine with the automatic
gearbox. Until suffi cient fuel has been added, this
warning lamp comes on again every the
ignition is switched on, along with an au-
dible signal and an alert message. When
driving, this audible signal and the display
of the message are repeated with increas-
ing frequency, as the fuel level drops to-
wards
"0" .
Capacity of the tank: approximately 60 litres .

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Airbags.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the airbag, roll-over hoop
or pretensioning seat belt sys-
tems.
Braking.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the fl uid level in the system,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) fault (the ABS warning lamp
comes on as well).
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
If the vehicle is moving, check that the
parking brake is fully released. Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
anti-lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent op-
eration of the vehicle's servo-assisted
braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).

The ESP/ASR system is put into
service automatically when the ve-
hicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated, if
this warning lamp and the indicator lamp on
the button come on, this indicates the occur-
rence of a fault in the ESP/ASR system.
Door open.
A door or the boot is open:
Ice warning.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that there is risk of the forma-
tion of ice on the road below a
temperature of 3 °C.
Drive carefully. Parking brake.
If this is displayed, while the ve-
hicle is moving, it indicates that
the parking brake has not been
fully released.
Electronic immobiliser.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
electronic engine immobiliser
system or that the remote control bat-
tery is fl at.
Fuel level.
When this fi rst comes on, you
have approximately 6 litres of
fuel left in the tank.
It is imperative that you refuel to avoid
running out of fuel.
Until suffi cient fuel has been added, this
warning lamp comes on again every
time the ignition is switched on, accom-
panied by an audible signal and an alert
message. When driving, this audible
signal and the display of the message
are repeated with increasing frequency
as the fuel level drops towards "0" .
Capacity of the tank: approximately

60 litres .
Screenwash fl uid level.
If this is displayed, following an
action on the wiper stalk, it indi-
cates that the fl uid level is low.
Fill the screenwash/headlamp wash
fl uid reservoir when you next stop. -
if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning lamp is displayed in orange,
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph
(10 km/h), this warning lamp is dis-
played in red.
Coolant level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
an insuffi cient level of coolant in
the system. Stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Never continue to drive until you
run out of fuel, this could damage
the emission control and injection
systems.

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SAFETY
BRAKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
Group of supplementary systems which
help you to obtain optimum braking in
complete safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance (EBA).
Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution
Linked systems which improve the sta-
bility and manoeuvrability of your vehicle
when braking, in particular on poor or
slippery surfaces.
When braking in an emergency,
press very fi rmly without releasing
the pressure. When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible sig-
nal and a message on the mul-
tifunction screen, it indicates a
malfunction of the anti-lock braking sys-
tem which could result in loss of control
of the vehicle when braking.
If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOP and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message
on the multifunction screen, it indicates a
malfunction of the electronic brake force
distribution which could result in loss of
control of the vehicle when braking. Emergency braking assistance
System which, in an emergency, ena-
bles you to obtain the optimum braking
pressure more quickly, thus reducing
the stopping distance.
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when there
is a risk of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal. Activation
It is triggered by the speed at which the
brake pedal is pressed.
The effect of this is a reduction in the
resistance of the pedal and an increase
in braking effi ciency.
When braking in an emergency,
press fi rmly without releasing the
pressure.
Deactivation
If your vehicle is fi tted with the 1.6 litre
THP 200 hp petrol engine, you can deac-
tivate this function; refer to the "Trajectory
control systems - § Deactivation" section.

You must stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
In either case, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.

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DRIVING
When parking on a slope, direct
your wheels against the pavement,
apply the parking brake and en-
gage a gear.
PARKING BRAKE
Applying

 Pull the parking brake lever fully up
to immobilise your vehicle. When the vehicle is being driven,
if this warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come on, accom-
panied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction screen, this
indicates that the parking brake is still on or
has not been properly released.
Releasing

 Pull the parking brake lever gently,
press the release button then lower
the lever fully.
6-SPEED MANUAL GEARBOX
As a safety precaution and to facili-
tate starting of the engine:
- always select neutral,
- press the clutch pedal.
Only engage reverse gear when
the vehicle is stationary with the
engine at idle.
Engaging reverse gear

 Raise the ring under the knob and
push the gear lever to the left then
forwards.

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"PORSCHE TIPTRONIC SYSTEM" AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
Four or six speed automatic gearbox
which offers a choice between the com-
fort of fully automatic operation, en-
hanced by sport and snow programmes,
or manual gear changing.
Four driving modes are provided:
- automatic operation for electronic
management of the gears by the
gearbox,
- sport programme for a more dynamic
style of driving,
- snow programme to improve driving
when traction is poor,
- manual operation for sequential
changing of the gears by the driver. Gear lever

P. Park.
- Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake on or off.
- Starting the engine.

R. Reverse.
- Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle sta- tionary, engine at idle.

N. Neutral.
- Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake on.
- Starting the engine.

D. Automatic operation.

M.+/- Manual operation with sequential
changing of the four or six gears.

 Push forwards to change up through
the gears.
or

 Pull rearwards to change down
through the gears. Displays in the instrument panel
When you move the lever in the gate
to select a position, the corresponding
indicator lamp is displayed in the instru-
ment panel.

P. Park

R. Reverse

N. Neutral

D. Drive (Automatic driving)

S. Sport programme

 . Snow programme

1 to 4. Gear engaged during

1 to 6. manual operation

-. Invalid value during manual operation
Gear selection gate

1. Gear lever.

2. Button " S " (sport) .

3. Button "  " (snow) .
 When this warning lamp
fl ashes, press the brake
pedal to allow disengage-
ment of the gear lever from
the P position.
Foot on brake

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CHECKS
CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer. Brake fluid level
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Oil level The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the
ignition is switched on using the oil level
indicator on the instrument panel, or us-
ing the dipstick. The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record for details of the interval for this
operation.
Power steering fluid level The power steering fl uid level
should be close to the "MAX"
mark. Unscrew the cap, with the
engine cold, to check the level. Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fi tted
with headlamp washers, the
minimum level of this fl uid is
indicated by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Top up the level when you stop the vehicle.
Engine oil change
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record for details of the interval for this
operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
Oil specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your en-
gine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations. Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
fulfi l the DOT4 standards.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up with or replaced with plain water.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the fan.
This can operate with the ignition off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a
particle emission fi lter, the fan may
operate after the vehicle has been
switched off, even if the engine is
cold. Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
When working under the bonnet,
take care, as certain areas of the
engine may be extremely hot (risk
of burns).

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CHECKS
Only use products recommended
by PEUGEOT or products of equiv-
alent quality and specifi cations.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the brak-
ing system, PEUGEOT selects and
offers very specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited .
Brake disc wear
Brake pads Parking brake
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 relating to
checking the brake disc wear,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
This system must be checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the Warranty and
Maintenance Record for the
details of the level checking interval for
this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the Warranty and
Maintenance Record for de-
tails of the level checking interval for
this component.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Rear lamps

1. Brake lamps (
LEDs
).

2. Sidelamps (
LEDs
).

3. Direction indicators (
LEDs
).

4. Foglamp
(P
21 W
).

5. Reversing
lamp
(P 21 W
). Changing the foglamp and reversing
lamp bulbs
These two bulbs are changed from out-
side the rear bumper:
On the left-hand side, take care not
to touch the silencer; risk of burns,
if you change the bulb after switch-
ing off the ignition.

 turn the bulb holder one quarter of a
turn and remove it,

 turn the bulb one quarter of a turn
and change it.
To refi t, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Changing brake lamps, sidelamps
and direction indicators
For the replacement of this type of LED
lamp, contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Changing the third brake lamp
(LEDs)
For the replacement of this type of LED
lamp, contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Changing the number plate lamp
bulbs (W 5 W)

 Insert a thin screwdriver in one of
the exterior holes of the lens.

 Push it towards the outside to unclip it.

 Remove the lens.

 Pull the bulb and change it.
High pressure washing
When using this type of washing
on stubborn dirt, do not persist on
the headlamps, the lamps and their
surrounds to avoid damaging their
protective coating and seals.