ignition Peugeot 308 2014 Owner's Guide

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"Mono" function
The comfort setting for the passenger's side can be indexed to the driver's comfort setting (mono-zone).
From the secondary page of the " Air conditioning " menu:
 Press this button to activate / deactivate the "Mono" function. The indicator lamp in the button is on when the function is activated.
The function is deactivated automatically when the passenger uses their temperature setting buttons.
It allows you: - in summer, to lower the temperature, - in winter, above 3 °C, to improve demisting.
Switching off
 Press the "A /C " button again to deactivate the air conditioning When the indicator lamp under the button is off, the air conditioning function is deactivated.
Switching on
 Press the "A/C" button to activate the air conditioning When the indicator lamp under the button is on, the air conditioning function is activated. The air conditioning cannot operate when the air flow is set to off.
Air conditioning On/Off
The air conditioning is designed to operate efficiently in all seasons, with the windows closed.
Ventilation with "ignition
on" function
With the ignition on, you can use the ventilation system and have access to the " Air conditioning " menu to adjust the air flow and air distribution in the passenger compartment. This function is available for a few minutes, depending on the state of charge of the battery of your vehicle.
This function does not activate the air conditioning. You can make use of the residual heat in the engine to warm the passenger compartment using the temperature setting buttons.

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Starting-switching off the engine, remote control
Put the gear lever into neutral.
A heavy object (key fob...), attached to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause a malfunction.
Key left in the "Ignition on" position
On opening the driver's door, an alert message is displayed, accompanied by an audible signal, to remind you that the key is still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop) .
If the key has been left in the ignition switch at position 2 (Ignition on) , the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour. To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to position 2 (Ignition on) .
Ignition switch
1. Stop position. 2. Ignition on position. 3. Starting position.
Starting using the key
 Insert the key in the ignition switch. The system recognises the starting code.  Turn the key fully towards the dashboard to position 3 (Starting) .
 When the engine starts, release the key.
 Immobilise the vehicle.  Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop) .  Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Switching off using the key
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of braking assistance.

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If the vehicle is not immobilised, the engine will not stop.
Switching off
 Immobilise the vehicle.
 With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the " S TA R T/STOP " button.
The engine stops and the steering column is locked.
Ignition on position
(accessories)
If you use the accessory position for too long, the system automatically goes into economy mode to avoid the risk of a flat battery.
Pressing the "START/STOP" button, with no action on the pedals, allows the ignition to be switched on and so activate the ancillary equipment.
 Press the "START/STOP" button, the instrument panel comes on but the engine does not start.
 Press the button again to switch off the ignition and so allow the vehicle to be locked.

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Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The keys contain an electronic chip which has a secret code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible. This electronic engine immobiliser locks the engine management system a few minutes
after the ignition is switched off and prevents starting of the engine by anyone who does not have the key. In the event of a malfunction, you are informed by a message in the instrument panel screen. In this case, your vehicle does not start; contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
For reasons of safety and theft protection, do not leave your electronic key in the vehicle, even when you are close to it.
It is recommended that you keep it on your person: in a pocket, bag, ...

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Manual parking brake
 With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise your vehicle.
 With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up gently, press the release button then lower the lever fully.
When parking on a slope, direct your wheels against the kerb, apply the parking brake, engage a gear and switch off the ignition.
When the vehicle is being driven, this warning lamp coming on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message, indicates that the parking brake is still on or has not been fully released.
Pressing the brake pedal facilitates the application and release of the manual parking brake.
Release Application

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Electric parking brake
Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle with the ignition on, as they could release the parking brake. Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on in the instrument panel and in the control lever to confirm the application of the parking brake.
The system allows the application of the parking brake on switching off the engine and release as the vehicle moves off.
When towing, parking on a steep slope, or if your vehicle is heavily laden, turn the wheels towards the kerb and engage a gear. For towing, you vehicle is approved for parking on slopes of up to 12%. It goes off to confirm the release of the parking brake.
The indicator lamp in the control lever flashes during manual application or release.
In the event of a battery failure, the electric parking brake no longer works. As a safety measure, if the parking brake is not applied, immobilise the vehicle by engaging a gear or placing a chock at one of the wheels. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Automatic operation
The driver can take over at any time to apply or release the parking brake, by operating the control lever.
- By briefly pulling the control
lever to apply the brake,
- By briefly pushingthe control lever, while pressing the foot brake, to release.

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The area in front of the electric parking brake control is not intended for the storage of objects.
Automatic operation
Automatic release
The complete release of the parking brake is confirmed by the brake indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever going off, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake released".
When stationary with the engine running, do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily, you risk releasing the parking brake.
Automatic application
Application of of the parking brake is confirmed by illumination of the brake indicator lamp and the Pindicator lamp in the control lever, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake applied".
With the engine stalled or in STOP mode of Stop & Start, automatic application does not take place.
With automatic operation, you can manually apply or release the parking brake using the control lever.
Ensure first that the engine is running and the driver's door is properly closed. The electric parking brake releases automatically and progressively when you
press the accelerator:  Fully depress the clutch pedal, engage 1 st or reverse gear; press the accelerator pedal and let up the clutch pedal.
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake is automatically applied when the ignition is switched off . switched off . switched off

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Label on door panel
Before leaving the vehicle, check that parking brake is applied: the indicator lamps in the instrument panel and the control lever must be on fixed, not flashing. If the parking brake is not applied, there is an audible signal and a message is displayed on opening the driver's door.
Manual operation
Application of of the parking brake is confirmed by illumination of the brake indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake applied".
Manual release
If you push the control lever without pressing the brake pedal, the parking brake will not be released and a
message is displayed.
With the vehicle stationary: briefly pull the control lever.
Confirmation of the instruction is signaled by flashing of the indicator lamp in the control l eve r.
With the ignition on or the engine running, to release the parking brake:  press the brake pedal,  briefly push the control lever. The complete release of the parking brake is confirmed by the brake indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever going off, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake released" and an audible signal until the doors are closed.
Manual application

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Immobilisation of the vehicle (special cases)
Application of of the parking brake is confirmed by illumination of the brake indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake applied".
The complete release of the parking brake is confirmed by the brake indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever going off, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake released".
In some situations, you may need to operate the parking brake manually.
Engine running
In very cold conditions, it is
recommended that the parking brake not be applied (risk of freezing). To immobilise your vehicle, engage a gear or fit a chock to one of the wheels.
Without applying the parking brake (ice)
 Switch off the ignition.
 Release the parking brake manually by pushing the control lever while keeping your foot on the brake.
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine running, briefly pull the control lever.
 Switch off the engine. Release of the parking brake is confirmed by illumination of of the indicator lamps in the instrument panel and the control lever.  Switch on the ignition again, without starting the engine.

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 Select position M for sequential changing of the six gears.  Pull the lever towards the + sign to change up a gear.  Push the lever towards the - sign to change down a gear. It is only possible to change from one gear to another if the vehicle speed and engine speed permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate temporarily in automatic mode.
D disappears and the gears engaged appear in succession in the instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the gear selected flashes for a few seconds, then
the actual gear engaged is displayed. It is possible to change from position D(automatic) to position M (manual) at any time. When the vehicle is stationary or moving very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1automatically. The sport and snow programmes do not operate in manual mode.
Manual operation
Invalid value during manual operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not engaged correctly (selector between two positions).
Stopping the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, you can engage position P or N to place the gearbox in neutral. In both cases, apply the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle, unless it is programmed
to automatic mode.
If the lever is not in position P , when the P , when the Pdriver's door is opened or approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is switched off, there is an audible signal and a message appears.  Return the lever to position P ; the audible signal stops and the message disappears.
When the ignition is on, a message appears in the instrument panel screen to indicate a gearbox fault.
Operating fault
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel a substantial knock when changing from P to R and from R and from RN to R . R . RThis will not cause any damage to the gearbox. Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed restrictions permitting. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
You risk damaging the gearbox: - if you press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time, - if you force the lever from position Pto another position when the battery is flat.
To reduce fuel consumption when stationary for long periods with the engine running (traffic jam...), position
the gear lever at N and apply the parking brake, unless it is programmed in automatic mode.