PEUGEOT 308 2015 Owner's Manual

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Deactivation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, this confirms that the corresponding system has been switched off intentionally.
This is may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the multifunction screen.Warning/indicator lamp is onCause Action


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Passenger's
airbag system fixed.
The control, located in the glove box,
is set to the OFF position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a rear ward facing
child seat, unless there is a fault with
the operation of the airbags (Airbag
warning lamp on). Set the control to the ON
position to activate the
passenger's front airbag.
In this case, do not fit a child seat in the rear ward
facing position.
Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, the illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action
on the part of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the associated message in the multifunction screen.
If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
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STOP fixed, alone or
associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message in the screen. Illumination of this warning lamp is
associated with a serious fault with
the braking system, power steering,
engine lubrication system or cooling
system. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as there is a risk
that the engine will cut out while driving.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Servicetemporarily,
accompanied by a
message. One or more minor faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the screen.
You can deal with some problems yourself, such as a
door open or the start of saturation of the particle filter
(as soon as the traffic conditions allow, regenerate
the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph
(60
km/h), until the warning lamp goes off).
For any other problems, such as a fault with the tyre
under inflation detection system, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
fixed, accompanied by
a message. One or more major faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the screen; you must then contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
fixed, associated
with the flashing and
then fixed display of
the service indicator
spanner. The servicing interval has been
exceeded.
Only on BlueHDi Diesel versions.
Your vehicle must be serviced as soon as possible.
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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 flat level ground, engage a gear (or place the
lever in position P for an automatic gearbox), 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.
For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.
Braking fixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp. 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 recommended by PEUGEOT.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
+
fixed, associated with the
electric parking brake
malfunction warning
lamp, if the parking brake
is released.The braking system has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
+ fixed, associated with
the STOP and ABS
warning lamps.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 dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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
d e l ay.
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Warning/indicator lampis onCause Action / Observations
Engine
autodiagnosis
system flashing.
The engine management system has
a fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic converter.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
fixed. The emission control system has a
fault.
The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop without delay.
Low fuel levelfixed with the needle
in the red zone. When it first comes on there remains
approximately 6 litres of fuel in the
tank.
At this point, you begin to use the fuel
reserve. 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.
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 60 litres
.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.
Maximum coolant
temperature fixed with the needle
in the red zone. The temperature of the cooling
system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
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.
Dynamic
stability control

(DSC/ASR) flashing.
The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss of
grip or trajectory.
fixed. The DSC/ASR system has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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AdBlue® additive
(BlueHDi Diesel) fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range. The remaining driving range is
between 350 miles (600 km) and
1500 miles (2400 km).
Have the AdBlue® additive tank topped up as soon
as possible: go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.
+ flashing associated
with the SERVICE
warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range.The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 350 miles (600 km).
You must top-up the AdBlue
® additive tank to avoid
a breakdown : go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.
flashing, associated
with the SERVICE
warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
that starting is
prevented. The AdBlue
® tank is empty: the
starting inhibition system required
by legislation prevents starting of the
engine. To be able to start the engine, you must top-up the
AdBlue® additive tank: go to a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop, or carry out this operation
yourself.
It is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of AdBlue
® to
the additive tank.
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For topping-up or for more information on the AdBlue
® additive, refer to the corresponding section.
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+
+ SCR emissions
control system

(BlueHDi Diesel) fixed, on switching on the
ignition, associated with
the SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message. A fault with the SCR
emissions control system has
been detected.
This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions
return to normal levels.
flashing, on switching on
the ignition, associated with
the SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message
indicating the remaining
driving range. After confirmation of the fault
with the emissions control
system, you can drive for up
to 650 miles (1 100 km) before
the engine starting inhibition
system is triggered.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay
, to avoid a breakdown .
flashing, on switching on
the ignition, associated with
the SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message. You have exceeded the
authorised driving limit
following confirmation of
a fault with the emissions
control system: the engine
starting inhibition system
prevents starting of the
engine.To be able to start the engine, you must
call on a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Battery charge *fixed. The battery charging circuit has a
fault (dirty 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 if the speed is
below 6 mph (10 km/h). A door, the boot, the lower tailgate
or the bonnet (with alarm only) is still
open. Close the door or boot.
fixed and accompanied
by an audible signal
if the speed is above
6
mph (10 km/h).
Seat belt not
fastened
/
unfastened fixed then flashing
accompanied by an
increasing audible
signal. The driver and/or the front passenger
has not fastened or has unfastened
their seat belt.
Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
Airbags 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 started.
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.
Water in Diesel fixed. The Diesel fuel filter contains water. Risk of damage to the injection system on Diesel
engines.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
* Depending on the country of sale.
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Coolant temperature gauge
With the engine running, when the needle is:
- i n zone A , the temperature is correct,
-

i
n zone B, the temperature is too high;
the max temperature warning lamp 1 and
the central STOP warning lamp come on,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the screen. After driving for a few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top up the level:
F

w
ait for the engine to cool,
F

u
nscrew the cap by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,
F

w
hen the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap,
F

t
op up the level to the "MA X" mark.
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.
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Directional
headlamps flashing.
The directional headlamps system
has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Under-inflation fixed. The pressure in one or more wheels
is too low. Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.
This check should preferably be carried out when the
tyres are cold.
+ flashing then fixed,
accompanied by the
Service warning lamp.The tyre pressure monitoring system
has a fault or no sensor is detected
on one of the wheels. Under-inflation detection is not assured.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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Service indicator
Between 600 miles (1 000 km)
and 1 800 miles (3 000 km) remain
before the next service is due
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the
spanner symbolising the service operations comes
on. The distance recorder display line indicates the
distance remaining before the next service is due.
Example: 1 700 miles (2 800 km) remain before
the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the
screen indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the spanner goes off ; the distance recorder
resumes its normal operation. The screen then
indicates the total and trip distances.
Less than 600 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is due
Example: 400 miles (900 km) remain before
the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the screen indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the distance recorder resumes its normal
operation. The spanner remains on to
indicate that a service must be carried out
soon.
More than 1 800 miles (3 000 km)
remain before the next service is due
When the ignition is switched on, no service
information appears in the screen.
System which informs the driver when the
next service is due, in accordance with the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
The point at which the service is due is
calculated from the last indicator zero reset,
according to the mileage covered since the last
service.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, depending on the
country of sale, the level of deterioration of the
engine oil may also be taken into account.
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Resetting the service
indicator
After each service, the service indicator must
be reset to zero.
Service overdue
5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the distance recorder resumes its normal
operation. The spanner remains on.
Retrieving the service
information
You can access the service information at any
time.
F
P
ress the trip distance recorder zero reset
button.
T

he service information is displayed for a
few seconds, then disappears. If you have to disconnect the battery
following this operation, lock the vehicle
and wait at least five minutes for the
reset to be registered.
If you have carried out the service on your
vehicle yourself:
F
s
witch off the ignition,
F
p
ress and hold the trip distance recorder
zero reset button,
F
s
witch on the ignition; the distance recorder
display begins a countdown,
F
w
hen the display indicates "=0"
, release
the button; the spanner disappears.
For BlueHDi versions, the spanner may
also come on early, according to the
level of deterioration of the engine oil,
which depends on the driving conditions
in which the vehicle is used.
With BlueHDi Diesel versions, the
Service warning lamp also comes on
when the ignition is switched on.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the screen indicates: For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the spanner flashes
to indicate that the service
must be carried out as soon as possible.
Example: the service is overdue by 180 miles
(3 0 0 k m).
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