Peugeot 208 2015 Workshop Manual
Manufacturer: PEUGEOT, Model Year: 2015, Model line: 208, Model: Peugeot 208 2015Pages: 411, PDF Size: 9.59 MB
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Front seats
F Raise the control and slide the seat forwards or backwards. F
 P ull the control upwards to raise or push 
it downwards to lower, as many times as 
required, to obtain the position required. F
 P ush the control rearwards.
Forwards-backwards
HeightBackrest
Standard
Adjustments
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The head restraint has a frame with 
notches which prevent it from lowering; 
this is a safety device in case of impact.
The adjustment is correct when the 
upper edge of the head restraint is 
level with the top of the head.
Never drive with the head restraints 
removed; they must be in place and 
adjusted correctly.
Head restraints
F To raise the head restraint, pull it upwards.
F  T o remove the head restraint, press the 
lug
  A and pull the head restraint upwards.
F
 
T
 o put the head restraint back in place, 
engage the head restraint stems in the 
openings, keeping them in line with the 
seat back.
F
 
T
 o lower the head restraint, press the lug A 
and the head restraint at the same time. Before moving the seat backwards, 
ensure that there is nothing that might 
prevent the full travel of the seat, so as 
to avoid the risk of jamming the seat 
caused by the presence of objects 
on the floor behind the seat or rear 
passengers. If the seat jams, stop the 
movement immediately.  
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Bucket seats
Height Backrest
Adjustments
F Lift the control and slide the seat for wards 
or backwards. F
 P ull the handle upwards to raise or push 
it downwards to lower, as many times as 
necessary to obtain the required position. F
 P ush the handle towards the rear and 
move the seat backrest for wards or 
backwards.
Forwards-backwards
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Cover with opening lever
F  L ift the lever to raise the lid. Storage space in the console
F
 P ull the armrest fully up.
Additional adjustments
Heated seats
With the engine running, the front seats can be 
heated separately.
F
 
U
 se the adjustment wheel, select the level 
of heating required:
0 : Of f.
1 : Low.
2 : Medium.
3 : High.
Armrest
Comfort and storage system for the driver and 
front passenger.  
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Folding the backrest Raising the seat backrest
F Move the front seats for ward if necessary.
F
 P osition the outer seat belts on the 
backrest and buckle them.
F
 
L
 ower the head restraints to the lowest 
position. F
 Ra ise the seat backrest 2
.
F  L atch the backrest in place, the red 
indicators on the controls 1 are no longer 
visible.
F
 
U
 nbuckle and return the outer seat belts to 
their normal positions ready for use.
F
 R elease the seat backrest 2 by press both 
controls 1 simultaneously.
F
 
F
 old the seat backrest 2 on to the fixed 
cushion.
One-piece rear seats
Backrest
Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and folding one-piece backrest.
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Head restraints
These have one position for use (up) and a 
stowed position (down).
They can be removed and are interchangeable 
side to side.
To remove a head restraint:
F  
p
 ull the head restraint fully up,
F
 
t
 hen, press the lug A .
2/3 - 1/3 split bench rear seat
Folding the backrest
F Release the backrest by pressing control 1 for 
the seat backrest 2.
F Fold the seat backrest 2 on to the fixed cushion.
Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and split backrest (left hand 2/3, right hand 1/3) which can 
be folded individually to adapt the load space in the boot.
F
 
M
 ove the corresponding front seat for ward 
if necessary.
F
 
P
 osition the corresponding outer seat belt 
against the backrest and buckle it.
F
 
F
 ully lower or remove the head restraint. The rear cushion is not removable.
Seat backrest  
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When folding the seat, the centre seat 
belt should not be fastened, but laid out 
flat on the seat.
The rear seat cushion does not fold, 
just the seat backrest can be folded to 
increase the boot loading space.Head restraints
These have one position for use (up) and a 
stowed position (down).
They can be removed and are interchangeable 
side to side.
To remove a head restraint:
F 
p
 ull the head restraint fully up,
F
 
t
 hen, press the lug A .
When repositioning the seat backrest, 
take care not to trap the seat belts.
Repositioning the seat backrest
F Raise the seat backrest 2
.
F  S ecure it, checking that the red indicator in 
the control 1 is no longer visible.
F
 
U
 nbuckle and reposition the seat belts 
ready for use.
F
 
R
 efit the head restraint(s). Never drive with the head restraints 
removed; they must be fitted and 
correctly adjusted.
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Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger 
compartment is filtered and originates either 
from the outside via the grille located at the 
base of the windscreen or from the inside in air 
recirculation mode.
Air intake flow
The incoming air follows various paths 
depending on the controls selected by the 
driver:
-  
d
 irect arrival in the passenger 
compartment (air intake),
-
 p
assage through a heating circuit (heating),
-
 
p
 assage through a cooling circuit (air 
conditioning).
Control panel
The controls of this system are grouped 
together on the control panel on the centre 
console.
General points
Air distribution
The incoming air is distributed via various 
outlets:
-
 w
indscreen demisting-defrosting vents,
-
 f
ront side window demisting-defrosting 
vents,
-
 
s
 ide adjustable air vents,
-
 c
entral adjustable air vents,
-
 
a
 ir outlets to the front footwells,
-
 
a
 ir outlets to the rear footwells.  
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In order for the ventilation and air conditioning to be fully effective, follow the operation and 
maintenance guidelines below:
F 
T
 o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles 
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well 
as the air extractor located in the boot.
F
 
D
 o not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation 
of the air conditioning system.
F
 
T
 he air conditioning system only works with the engine running.
F
 
O
 perate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month 
to keep it in per fect working order.
F
 
E
 nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter 
elements replaced regularly.
 W
e recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its 
special active additive, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the 
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic 
symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).
F
 
T
 o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have 
it checked regularly as recommended in the warranty and maintenance record.
F
 
I
 f the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or 
a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the 
air conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.
Advice
If after an extended stop in sunshine, 
the interior temperature is very high, first 
ventilate the passenger compartment for 
a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high 
enough to quickly change the air in the 
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not 
contain chlorine and does not present 
any danger to the ozone layer.
The condensation created by the air 
conditioning results in a discharge 
of water under the vehicle which is 
perfectly normal.
Stop & StartThe heating and air conditioning systems only work when the engine is running.
To maintain a comfortable temperature in the passenger compartment, you can temporarily 
deactivate the Stop & Start system.
For more information on Stop & Start, refer to the corresponding section.
Passenger compartment filter
Depending on the environment (e.g. 
dusty atmosphere) and the use of the 
vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace it 
twice as often if necessar y .
A clogged passenger compartment filter may 
have an adverse effect on the per formance 
of the air conditioning system and generate 
undesirable odours.
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule.
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Suggested interior settings
Digital air conditioning:  use the automatic mode in preference by pressing the "AUTO"  button.
I require...
Heating or Manual air conditioning
Air distribution Air flowRecirculation of interior air / 
Intake of exterior air Temperature Manual AC
HOT
COLD
DEMISTING  
DEFROSTING