engine Peugeot 508 2011 User Guide

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Warning lamps

When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on
the par t of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated fur ther by reading the associated message in the instrument panel screen.
If you encounter any problems, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.



Warning/indicator lamp



State



Cause



Action/Observations








STOP


fixed, associated
with another warning
lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message in the
screen. It is associated with a punctured
wheel, the braking system, the power
steering, the engine oil pressure,
the engine coolant temperature or a
major electrical fault. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the engine may
cut out.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.





Service


on temporarily. Minor faults have occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the
screen, such as, for example:


- the engine oil level,

- saturation of the par ticle emissions filter (Diesel).

- the power steering,

- a minor electrical fault.

- ...
For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

fixed. Major faults have occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in
the screen and then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
qualified workshop.

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Warning/indicator lamp



State



Cause



Action/Observations








Electric parking
brake


flashing. The electric parking brake is not
applied automatically.
The application/release is faulty. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park on level ground, switch off the ignition and
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.




Electric parking
brake fault


fixed. The electric parking brake has a fault. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
The parking brake can be released manually.
For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the "Driving" section.





Braking


fixed. The braking system fluid level has
dropped significantly. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid listed by PEUGEOT.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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fixed, associated
with the ABS warning
lamp. The electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) system has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT or a qualified
workshop.

Deactivation of
the automatic
functions of the
electric parking
brake


fixed. The "automatic application" (on
switching off the engine) and
"automatic release" functions are
deactivated or faulty. Activate the function (according to country) via the
vehicle configuration menu or contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop if automatic application/
release is not possible.
The parking brake can be released manually using the
emergency release procedure.
For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the "Driving" section.

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Warning/indicator lamp



State



Cause



Action/Observations








Dynamic
stability control
(ESP/ASR)


flashing. The ESP/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.

fixed. Unless it has been deactivated
(button pressed and its indicator lamp
on) the ESP/ASR system has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT or a qualified
workshop.





Engine
autodiagnosis
system


fixed. The emission control system has a
fault. The warning lamp should go off when the engine is star ted.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
qualified workshop without delay.

flashing. The engine management system has
a fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.





Low fuel level


fixed with the needle
in the red zone. When it first comes on there remains
approximately 7 litres
of fuel in the
tank.
At this point, you begin to use the fuel
reser ve. Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of
fuel.
This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is
made.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.





Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS)


fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay.

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Instruments and controls


Warning or indicator lamp
in the instrument panel



State



Cause



Action/Observations








Engine oil
pressure


fixed. There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system. You must stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.





Battery charge


fixed. The battery charging circuit has a
fault (dir ty or loose terminals, slack or
cut alternator belt, ...). The warning lamp should go off when the engine is
started.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.





Door(s) open


fixed, associated with
a message identifying
the door, if the speed is
below 6 mph (10 km/h). A door or the boot is still open. Close the door or boot.

fixed, associated with a
message identifying the
door, and accompanied
by an audible signal if
the speed is above
6 mph (10 km/h).

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Warning/indicator lamp



State



Cause



Action/Observations








Airbags


on temporarily. This lamp comes on for a few
seconds when you turn on the
ignition, then goes off. This lamp should go off when the engine is star ted.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

fixed. One of the airbag or seat belt
pretensioner systems has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.





Directional
headlamps


flashing. The directional headlamps system
has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.





Seat belt(s)
not fastened/
unfastened


fixed then flashing
accompanied by an
increasing audible
signal. A seat belt has not been fastened or
has been unfastened. Pull the strap then inser t the tongue in the buckle.

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Coolant temperature gauge

With the engine running, when the needle is:


- in zone A
, the temperature is correct,

- in zone B
, the temperature is too high; the
central STOP
warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the instrument panel screen.

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
After driving for a few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top up the level:


)
wait for the engine to cool,

)
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,

)
when the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap,

)
top up the level to the "MA X" mark.

On switching on the ignition or when driving, it
indicates the engine oil temperature.
With the needle in zone C
, the temperature is
correct.
With the needle in zone D
, the temperature is
too high.
Slow down to lower the oil temperature.


Engine oil temperature
gauge

Be aware of the risk of burns when
topping up the cooling system. Do not
fill above the maximum level (indicated
on the reservoir).

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* According to country.


CHECK (vehicle autotest)


Automatic CHECK

With the key in the ignition on position, all of the
warning lamps for the functions tested are displayed.
They are switched off after a few seconds.
At the same time, an automatic CHECK
(vehicle autotest) is carried out.

In the presence of a fault

A "minor" fault has been detected: the warning
lamp(s) are displayed then go off.
You can start your vehicle; however, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.
A "major" fault has been detected: the
associated warning lamps(s) remain on
accompanied by the STOP or SERVICE
warning lamp.
Do not start your vehicle.
Call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.


Manual CHECK

Pressing the "CHECK

"
button on the instrument
panel star ts the manual CHECK (vehicle autotest).
This function enables you to recall at any time (with
the key in the ignition on position or with the engine
running), the aler ts present.
The passenger's airbag deactivated
warning lamp * remains on while the
airbag is deactivated.

With the engine running and the vehicle
moving, the instrument panel displays
the
warning lamps (in the event of a fault). If no "major" fault is found, you can start your
vehicle.


Lighting dimmer control

With the headlamps on, press button B
to
increase the brightness of the instruments and
controls and the interior mood lighting or button A

to reduce it.
As soon as the lighting reaches the required
level of brightness, release the button.

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Engine oil level indicator


Oil level incorrect

This is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel screen.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.


Oil level indicator fault

This is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel screen. Contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.


Dipstick

Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.
There are 2 marks on the dipstick: The total mileage is displayed in zone A
of the
screen and the trip mileage in zone B
.
With the trip mileage displayed, press the
button for a few seconds.


Mileage recorder

Trip recorder zero reset

System which informs the driver whether the
engine oil level is correct or not.
This information is indicated for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, after the
service information.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.


- A
= max; never exceed this
level,

- B
= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using the
grade of oil suited to your
engine.




Oil level correct

This is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel screen.

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Lost keys, remote control, electronic key

Visit a PEUGEOT dealer with the vehicle's V5 registration document and your personal identification documents.
The PEUGEOT dealer will be able to retrieve the key code and the transponder code required to order a replacement.


Remote control

The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the
vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from
working and the remote control would have to be reinitialised.
The remote control does not operate when the key is in the ignition, even when the ignition is switched off.


Locking the vehicle

Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compar tment by the emergency ser vices more difficult in an emergency.
As a safety precaution (with children on board), remove the key from the ignition or take the electronic key when you leave the vehicle, even for
a shor t time.


Electrical interference

The Keyless Entry and Star ting electronic key may not operate if close to cer tain electronic devices: telephone, laptop computer, s t r o n g
magnetic fields, ...


Anti-theft protection

Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this could cause malfunctions.
Don't forget to turn the steering to engage the steering lock.


When purchasing a second-hand vehicle

Have the key codes memorised by a PEUGEOT dealer, to ensure that the keys in your possession are the only ones which can star t the vehicle.

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Boot


Saloon



)
After unlocking the vehicle completely
using the remote control or the key, press
this button.



SW



)
After unlocking the vehicle completely
using the remote control or the key, press
at the top (on lever A
), and raise the
tailgate.



From the inside

Hold this button down until unlocking of the
boot is heard.



Opening

Closing



)
Lower the tailgate using the interior grab
handle.
If the tailgate is not closed correctly:


- when the engine is running
,
this warning lamp and a
message in the instrument panel
screen appear for a few seconds,

- when the vehicle is moving
(speed above
6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp and
a message, accompanied by an audible
signal, appear in the instrument panel
screen for a few seconds.