PEUGEOT 308 SW BL 2012 Owners Manual
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Charging
)
Disconnect the (+) terminal.
)
Follow the instructions for use
provided by the manufacturer of the
charger.
)
Connect the charger's red cable to
the (+) terminal of the battery, then
the black cable to the (-) terminal.
)
Once the battery is fully charged,
disconnect the charger cables in
reverse order.
Charging should be carried out in
a well-ventilated area and away
from naked fl ames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid any risk of
explosion and fi re.
Do not try to charge a frozen bat-
tery; fi rst thaw it out so as to avoid
the risk of explosion.
If the battery had frozen, before
charging, have it checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or qualifi ed
workshop who will ensure that
the internal components have not
been damaged and that the casing
is not cracked, which would cause
a leak of toxic and corrosive acid.
Reinitialisation after
reconnection
After any reconnection of the battery,
switch on the ignition and wait at least one
minute before starting, to allow time for the
initialisation of the electronic systems.
By referring to the corresponding sec-
tions, you should set or initialise the
following systems yourself:
- remote control,
- one-touch electric windows,
- panoramic sunroof blind,
- time and date,
- audio and navigation system settings.
Check that no alert message or
warning lamp comes on after
switching on the ignition.
However, if minor problems persist
after carrying out these operations,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
The Stop & Start battery does not
have to be disconnected for charging.
Charging the battery using a
battery charger
Before disconnecting
)
Go to the battery.
)
Check that the doors and boot are
closed but not locked.
)
Switch off the ignition and wait for at
least four minutes.
If the vehicle is to not going to be used
for more than a month, it is recommend-
ed that the battery be disconnected.
When your vehicle's battery is dis-
charged or when the vehicle is to be
out of use for a prolonged period, you
can charge the battery using a battery
charger.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop for the specifi cation of
chargers compatible with your battery.
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A fl at battery prevents the engine
from starting (refer to the corre-
sponding section).
If the telephone is being used at
this time:
- it will be maintained for ten minutes
with the hands-free kit of your
Peugeot Connect Sound (RD5),
- it will be maintained for ten
minutes with the Peugeot Connect
Navigation (RT6) or the Peugeot
Connect Media Navigation (NG4
3D), then it will transfer to your
telephone depending on the
telephone model.
ENERGY ECONOMY MODE
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 wip-
ers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy
lamps, etc. for a maximum combined
duration of thirty minutes.
This period may be greatly reduced if
the battery is not fully charged.
Exiting economy mode
These functions are reactivated auto-
matically next time the vehicle is driven.
To restore the use of these functions im-
mediately, start the engine and let it run
for at least fi ve minutes.
Switching to economy mode
Once this time has elapsed, a message
appears in the screen indicating that
the vehicle has switched to economy
mode and the active functions are put
on standby.
LOAD REDUCTION MODE
System which manages the use of cer-
tain functions according 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 condi-
tioning, the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivat-
ed automatically as soon as conditions
permit.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
To gain access to it:
)
open the boot,
)
raise the fl oor,
)
secure it by hooking its cord on
the hook on the rear parcel shelf
support,
)
remove the polystyrene storage box,
)
remove the towing eye from the
holder.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.
CHANGING A WIPER BLADE
Removing
)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm.
)
Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting
)
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 wiper stalk
to position the wiper blades vertically
on the windscreen.
After fitting a front wiper blade
)
Switch on the ignition.
)
Operate the wiper stalk again to
park the wiper blades.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in
your country.
Ensure that the weight of the tow-
ing vehicle is higher than that of
the towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel
of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast
roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use
an approved towing bar; rope and
straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the
engine off, there is no longer any
power assistance for braking or
steering.
In the following cases, you must al-
ways call on a professional recov-
ery service:
- vehicle broken down on a
motorway or fast road,
- when it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking
brake,
- towing with only two wheels on
the ground,
- where there is no approved
towing bar available...
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Towing your vehicle
)
On the front bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the bottom.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
on the electronic gearbox
system or automatic gearbox).
)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the bottom.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.
)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.
Towing another vehicle
Failure to observe this instruction
could result in damage to certain
components (braking, transmis-
sion...) and the absence of braking
assistance the next time the engine
is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the
ignition key one notch and release
the parking brake.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.
)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.
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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 it on the left.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Place the gear lever in neutral (posi-
tion N
on the automatic gearbox).
The towing eye is installed in the left-
hand side trim of the boot.
To gain access to it:
)
open the boot,
)
open the access fl ap in the left-hand
side trim,
)
unclip the wheelbrace from its support,
)
remove the towing eye from the
same support.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in
your country.
Ensure that the weight of the tow-
ing vehicle is higher than that of the
towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel
of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast
roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use
an approved towing bar; rope and
straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the
engine off, there is no longer any
power assistance for braking or
steering.
In the following cases, you must al-
ways call on a professional recov-
ery service:
- vehicle broken down on a
motorway or fast road,
- when it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking
brake,
- towing with only two wheels on
the ground,
- where there is no approved
towing bar available...
Failure to observe this instruction
could result in damage to certain
components (braking, transmis-
sion..) and the absence of braking
assistance the next time the engine
is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the
ignition key one notch and release
the parking brake.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.
)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.
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)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing it on the left.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.
)
Move off gently and drive slowly for
a short distance only.
Towing another vehicle TOWING A TRAILER
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer.
Driving advice
Side wind
)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer
with additional lighting and signalling.
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 towed load
must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle. Driving with a trailer places greater de-
mands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
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 tting of the
towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it is imperative that it is fi tted in
accordance with the vehicle manufac-
turer's instructions.
If your vehicle is fi tted with the 1.6 litre
THP 200 hp engine, you cannot fi t a
towbar. The space occupied by the sport
exhaust system prevents this.
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VERY COLD CLIMATE SCREEN *
Removable protective screen 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 around its edge to engage its
fi xing clips one by one.
Do not forget to remove the very
cold climate screen:
- when the ambient temperature
exceeds 10 °C,
- when towing,
-
at speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Removal
)
Use a screwdriver as a lever to
release each fi xing clip in turn. As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.
)
To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long in-
cline depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the cool-
ant temperature.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a
long mountain type of descent, the use
of engine braking is recommended.
Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and
signalling on the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will be de-
activated automatically if a genuine
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.
*
According to country.
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FITTING ROOF BARS
When fi tting transverse
roof bars, ensure that they
are positioned correctly as
shown by marks under the
longitudinal roof bars.
Use accessories recommended by
PEUGEOT and follow the accessory
manufacturer's fi tting instructions.
In order to place a load on the roof,
transverse roof bars must be fi tted on
the longitudinal roof bars.
After putting the load in place and se-
curing it, retighten the transverse roof
bars.
The longitudinal roof bars cannot
be removed.
Maximum authorised weight on the
roof bars, for a loading height not
exceeding 40 cm (except bicycle
carriers): 75 kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt
the speed of the vehicle to the condi-
tion of the road, to avoid damaging
the roof bars and the fi xings on the
roof.
Be sure to refer to national legis-
lation in order to comply with the
regulations for transporting objects
which are longer than the vehicle.
FITTING ROOF BARS
Maximum authorised weight on the
roof rack, for a loading height not
exceeding 40 cm (with the excep-
tion of bicycle carriers): 80 kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt
the speed of the vehicle to the pro-
fi le of the road to avoid damaging
the roof bars and the fi xings on the
roof.
Be sure to refer to national legis-
lation in order to comply with the
regulations for transporting objects
which are longer than the vehicle. When fi tting transverse roof bars, use
the four quick-fi t fi xings provided for this
purpose:
)
lift the concealing fl aps,
)
open the fi xing covers on each bar
using the spanner,
)
put each fi xing in place and lock
them on the roof one by one,
)
close the fi xing covers on each bar
using the spanner.
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"Protection":
mats * , mud fl aps, seat covers compat-
ible with lateral airbags, vehicle covers,
door sill protectors, translucent bumper
protectors.
*
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.
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from the PEUGEOT
dealer 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.
"Comfort":
parking sensors, side and rear blinds,
door defl ectors, isotherm module, head
restraint-mounted coat hanger, front
centre armrest, reading lamp, scented
air freshener...
Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to
convert a trade vehicle to a private car
and vice-versa.
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot mat, boot spacers, stor-
age under parcel shelf, transverse roof
bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof
box, towbars, wiring harnesses...
"Style":
leather steering wheel, aluminium gear
lever knob, alloy wheels, wheel trims,
body styling kit...
"Security and safety":
anti-theft alarm, wheel security locks,
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, breathalyser, fi rst aid
kit, warning triangle, high visibility vest,
dog guard, front foglamp kit, temporary
puncture repair kit, snow chains, anti-
skid covers.
Where the towbar and its wiring har-
ness are not fi tted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, they must be fi tted in line with
the vehicle manufacturer's recom-
mendations.
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The fi tting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recom-
mended by PEUGEOT may result
in a failure of your vehicle's elec-
tronic system and excessive electri-
cal consumption.
Please note this precaution. You
are advised to contact a PEUGEOT
representative to be shown the
range of recommended equipment
and accessories.
Depending on the legislation in
force in the country, it may be com-
pulsory to have a high visibility
safety vest, warning triangle and
spare bulbs and fuses available in
the vehicle.
"Mulitmedia":
audio systems, satellite navigation sys-
tems, Bluetooth system, speakers, DVD
player, USB Box, Wi-Fi on board...
Installation of radio
communication transmitters
Before installing any after-market
radio communication transmitter,
you can contact a PEUGEOT dealer
for the specifi cation of transmitters
which can be fi tted (frequency, maxi-
mum power, aerial position, specifi c
installation requirements), in line with
the Vehicle Electromagnetic Com-
patibility Directive (2004/104/EC).
By visting a PEUGEOT dealer, you can
also obtain products for cleaning and main-
tenance (exterior and interior) - including
products from the "TECHNATURE" range,
products for topping up (screenwash...),
paint touch-up pens and aerosols for
the exact colour of your vehicle, refi lls
(sealant cartridge for the temporary
puncture repair kit...) ...