light PEUGEOT 308 2018 Workshop Manual

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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to
react at any time to any eventuality.
As a safety measure, the driver should only
carry out any operations that require close
attention when the vehicle is stationary.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is
strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate
the need to brake and increase the distance
from other vehicles.Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon
monoxide. There is a risk of poisoning and
death!
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperatures below -23°C), to guarantee
correct operation and the longevity of
the mechanical elements of your vehicle,
engine and gearbox, the engine must be
left running for 4
minutes before driving.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake
applied – Risk of overheating and damage
to the braking system!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes after
switching off the engine, never park or run
the engine on inflammable sur faces (dry
grass, fallen leaves, etc.): Risk of fire!
Never leave a vehicle unsuper vised with
the engine running. If you have to leave
your vehicle with the engine running, apply
the parking brake and put the gearbox into
neutral or position N or P , depending on
the type of gearbox.
Driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle. If you are obliged to drive through water:
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heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users,
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eactivate the Stop & Start function,
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rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
Under no circumstances exceed 6 mph
(10

km/h),
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o not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.In case of towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
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Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
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o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towable load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
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f this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
New vehicle
Do not pull a trailer before having
driven at least approximately 600
miles
(1,000


kilometres).
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam height
of your vehicle.
For more information on Headlamp
adjustment , refer to the corresponding section.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the
audible signal if a genuine PEUGEOT
towbar is used.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic 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.
A few seconds after switching off the ignition,
this system locks the engine control system,
therefore preventing the engine from being
started in the event of a break-in.
Starting / Switching off
the engine with the key
Key ignition switch
Ignition on position
If the system fails, as reported by a message,
the engine will not start.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
It has 3 positions:
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Position 1 (Stop): inserting and removing
the key, steering column locked.
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Position 2 (Ignition on) : steering column
unlocked, ignition on, Diesel preheating,
engine running.
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Position 3 (Starting) .
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or portable devices to be charged.
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The presence of the Keyless Entry and
Starting electronic key in the recognition
zone is essential.
If the electronic key is not detected in this
zone, a message is displayed.
Move the electronic key into this zone so
that the engine can be started.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key
not detected
– Back-up starting" section.
F

P
ress the "START/STOP "
button while maintaining
pressure on the pedal until the
engine starts.
For Diesel engines , when the temperature is
negative and/or the engine is cold, the start
will only take place once the preheater warning
lamp is off. "
START/STOP " button again until the
engine is running.
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ith an automatic gearbox, you should
keep the brake pedal fully depressed until
the warning lamp goes off and not press
the " START/STOP " button again until the
engine is running.
If one of the starting conditions is not met,
a reminder message is displayed in the
instrument panel.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel slightly while pressing the
" START/STOP " button to assist unlocking of
the steering column; a message warns you
when this is needed.
The steering column unlocks and the engine
starts.
On certain versions with the EAT8 automatic
gearbox, the steering column does not lock.
If this warning lamp comes on after
pressing the " START/STOP " button:
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ith a manual gearbox , you should keep
the clutch pedal fully depressed until the
warning lamp goes off and not press the With petrol engines
, after a cold start,
preheating the catalytic converter can
cause clearly-felt engine vibrations for
anything up to 2
minutes while stationary
with the engine running (accelerated idle
speed).
As a safety measure, never leave the
vehicle while the engine is running.Switching off the engine
F Immobilise the vehicle, engine at idle.
F W ith a manual gearbox , put the gear lever
into neutral.
or
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ith an automatic gearbox , place the gear
selector in mode P or N .
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ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
press the " START/STOP " button.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the
engine will not stop.
Never leave your vehicle with the
electronic key still inside.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of
braking assistance.
The engine stops and the steering column
locks.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
On certain versions with the EAT8 automatic
gearbox, the steering column does not lock.
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Switching the ignition on
(without starting)
This also allows some equipment to be
activated (examples: audio system, lighting,
e t c .) .F

P
ress the "START/STOP "
button, the instrument panel
comes on but the engine does
not start.
F

P
ress this button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked. With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of
charge in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering
column to allow the engine to be started if
the system does not detect the key in the
recognition zone, or when the battery in the
electronic key is discharged.
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ith a manual gearbox , place the gear
lever in neutral, then fully depress the clutch
pedal. F

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ith an automatic gearbox
, select
mode P,
then fully depress the brake pedal.
F
P
ress the "
START/STOP " button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off
With the Keyless Entry and Starting remote
control inside the vehicle, pressing the
" START/STOP " button, with no action on the
pedals , allows the ignition to be switched on.
F

P
lace and hold the remote control against
the reader. When the electronic key is not detected or is
no longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears in the instrument panel when closing a
door or trying to switch off the engine.
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o confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
about five seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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In severe wintry conditions (temperature
below -23°C), it is recommended that the
engine be allowed to run for a few minutes
before moving off, to ensure the correct
operation and durability of the engine and
gearbox.
Stopping the vehicle
Whatever the state of the gearbox when the
ignition is switched off, mode P is engaged
automatically, with the exception of N, in
which case mode P
will be engaged after a
delay of 5
seconds (allowing the change to
free-wheel).
Check that mode P has been engaged and
that the electric parking brake was applied
automatically; if not, apply it manually.
The corresponding indicator lamps
for the selector panel and the
electric parking brake control lever
must be on, as well as the ones in
the instrument panel.
Operating faults
Malfunction of the gearbox
This is signalled by the illumination
of this warning lamp, accompanied
by the display of a message and an
audible signal, when the ignition is
switched on.
Malfunction of the selector
In the event of a minor fault In the event of a serious fault
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, away
from the traffic, and call a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When the ignition is switched off, the
gearbox goes into mode P automatically.
The gearbox switches to back-up mode: drive
mode
D is locked in third gear, the steering-
mounted control paddles are inoperative,
mode M is no longer available. You may feel a
pronounced jolt when engaging reverse. This
does not present any risk for the gearbox.
Do not drive faster than 62 mph (100 km/h),
keeping to the speed limit.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
You are alerted by this warning
lamp lighting up, accompanied by
the display of a message and an
audible signal.
In certain cases, the selector lamps may not
come on, but the state of the gearbox is still
displayed in the instrument panel. You are alerted by the illumination of
this warning lamp.
Hill start assist
System which keeps your vehicle immobilised
temporarily (approximately 2
seconds) when
starting on a gradient, the time it takes to
move your foot from the brake pedal to the
accelerator pedal.
This system only operates when:
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he vehicle has been brought to a complete
stop, with your foot on the brake pedal,
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ertain slope conditions are met,
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ith the driver's door closed.
Drive cautiously and go to a PEUGEOT or a
qualified workshop.
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Displays
To show this information on the instrument
panel, select the "PERSONAL" mode and then
the type of information required.This telemetry information (power
output, turbocharger pressure, torque,
longitudinal and lateral acceleration, etc.)
is given as a guide only.
Gear shift indicator
(Depending on engine.)
System which reduces fuel consumption by
recommending the most appropriate gear.
Operation
remains responsible for deciding whether or not
to follow the indications issued by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.
With an automatic gearbox, the system is
only active in manual mode.
The information is displayed in the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow. With a manual gearbox, the arrow may be
accompanied by the gear recommended.
The system adapts its gear shift
recommendation according to the driving
conditions (slope, load, etc.) and the
driver's requirements (power, acceleration,
b r a k i n g , e t c .) .
The system never suggests:
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ngaging first gear,
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enga

ging a lower gear,
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enga

ging reverse.
Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one (or more) gear(s). You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
Gear shift recommendations are for information
only. In fact, the road layout, the traffic density
and safety remain the deciding factors when
choosing the best gear. The driver therefore Stop & Start
The Stop & Start system puts the engine
t emporarily into standby – STOP mode – during
stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, etc.).
The engine restarts automatically – START
mode – as soon as you want to move off.
The restart takes place instantly, quickly and
silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition with
the key or the " START/STOP" button.
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and the engine
goes into standby automatically:
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ith a manual gearbox, at a speed below
2

mph (3 km/h) for 1.5 BlueHDi versions, or
with the vehicle stationary for 1.2
PureTech,
1.6

BlueHDi and 2.0 BlueHDi 150 versions,
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Memorising speeds
Linked to the speed limiter/programmable
cruise control, this function allows speed
settings to be registered which will then be
offered as settings for two systems: the speed
limiter (a maximum speed) and the cruise
control (cruising speed).
You can memorise up to 5 speed limits in the
system.
By default, some speed settings are already
memorised.
As a safety measure, the driver must
only modify the speed settings when
stationary.
Memorising speeds
This function can be accessed in the
Vehicle / Driving menu of the touch
screen. F

T
ick the speed settings 1 to 5 that you want
to use.
F
S
elect the speed setting you want to
change.
"MEM" button
Recognition of
speed limit signs and
recommendation
This system allows the speed limit detected by
the camera to be displayed in the instrument
panel.
Specific speed limits, such as those for heavy
goods vehicles, are not displayed.
The display of the speed limit in the instrument
panel is updated as you pass a speed limit sign
intended for cars (light vehicles).
The units for the speed limits (mph or
km/h) depend on the country you are
driving in.
It should be taken into account so that you
obser ve the speed limit.
For the system to operate correctly when
you change country, the units for speed in
the instrument panel must be those for the
country you are driving in.
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nter the new value using the numeric
keyboard and confirm.
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y default, some speed settings are already
memorised.
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ect the " Driving functions " tab.
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ect the " Adjusting Speeds " function.
F

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ress " ON" to activate the function. the cruise control.
For more information on the Speed limiter
or
Cruise control , refer to the associated section.
With this button, you can select a memorised
speed setting to use with the speed limiter or
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On detection of speed limit information, the
system displays the value.
"MEM " flashes, accompanied by a message
–
with speed limiter or cruise control activated
–
the system suggests recording the speed limit
as a new speed setting.
Operating limits
The legislation on speed limits is specific to
each country.
The system does not take account of reduced
speed limits in the following cases:
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oor weather (rain, snow),
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tmospheric pollution,
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railer, caravan,
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riving with a space-saver type spare wheel
or snow chains fitted,
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uncture repair using the temporary repair
kit,
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oung drivers, etc.
The following situations may inter fere with the
operation of the system or prevent it working:
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oor visibility (inadequate street lighting,
falling snow, rain, fog),
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indscreen area located in front of the
camera dirty, misted, frost-covered, snow-
covered, damaged or covered by a sticker,
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ault with the camera,
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bsolete or incorrect mapping,
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idden road signs (other vehicles,
vegetation, snow),
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peed limit signs that do not conform to the
standard, are damaged or distorted.
Memorising the speed
setting
This memorise function is in addition to the
display of Recognition of speed limit signs.
For more information on the Speed
limiter, Cruise control , or Adaptive
cruise control with Stop function , refer
to the corresponding sections.
The driver can choose to adapt the speed
setting to the speed limit suggested, by
pressing the memorise button for the speed
limiter, the standard cruise control and the
adaptive cruise control with Stop function.
This speed setting then replaces the previous
speed setting for the speed limiter and/or
cruise control.
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The cruise control operates by day and
night, in fog or moderate rainfall.
However, it is strongly recommended
that you always keep a safe distance
from vehicles ahead, according to the
driving conditions, the weather and the
road surface.
Use the cruise control only where
the driving conditions allow running
at a constant speed and keeping an
adequate safety distance.
Do not activate the cruise control in an
urban area where pedestrians are likely
to cross the road, in heavy traffic, on
winding or steep roads, on slippery or
flooded roads, when there is snowfall,
if the front bumper or the windscreen
is damaged, or when the brake lamps
have failed.
In certain circumstances, it may not
be possible for the speed setting to be
maintained or even attained: loaded
vehicle, ascending a steep hill, etc.The system is not intended for the
following situations:
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f the front end of the vehicle has
been modified (addition of long-range
headlamps, painting of the front
bumper),
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riving on a racing circuit,
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unning on a rolling road,
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se of snow chains, non-slip covers or
studded tyres.
The use of mats not approved by
PEUGEOT may inter fere with the
operation of the cruise control.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
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nsure that the mat is secured
c o r r e c t l y,
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o not fit one mat on top of another.The camera may be disrupted or not
work in the following situations:
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p
oor visibility (inadequate street
lighting, falling snow, heavy rain,
dense fog, etc.),
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azzle (headlamps of an oncoming
vehicle, low sun, reflections on
a damp road, leaving a tunnel,
alternating shade and light, etc.),
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amera or radar obstructed (mud,
frost, snow, condensation, etc.).
In these situations, detection
performance may be reduced.
Operation of the radar, located in the
front bumper, may be impaired by the
accumulation of dirt (dust, mud, etc.)
or in certain weather conditions (snow,
f r o s t , e t c .) .
Clean the front bumper regularly.
Clean the windscreen regularly,
particularly the area in front of the
detection camera.
Do not allow snow to accumulate on
the bonnet or roof of the vehicle, as this
could obscure the camera.
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Operating fault
In the event of a fault with the cruise
control, you are alerted by the
illumination of this warning lamp
and the display of a message in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
an audible signal.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Distance alert and Active
Safety Brake
This system is a driving aid that includes three
functions:
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istance alert (alert if there is a risk of
collision),
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ntelligent emergency braking assistance,
Activation and operating
conditions
The vehicle has a camera located at the top of
the windscreen, and depending on the version,
a radar located in the front bumper.
If the front bumper is to be repainted or
touched up, contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop. Certain types of
paint could inter fere with the operation of
the radar.
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ctive Safety Brake (automatic emergency
b r ak ing).
Distance alert : it warns the driver if their
vehicle is at risk of collision with the vehicle in
front or a pedestrian present in their traffic lane.
Intelligent emergency braking assistance:
it supplements the braking action taken by the
driver if this is inadequate.
Active Safety Brake : it intervenes following
the alert if the driver does not react quickly
enough and does not operate the vehicle's
brakes.
If the driver fails to act, it contributes towards
avoiding a collision or limiting its severity by
reducing the speed of your vehicle.
The system is active from about 4 mph (7 km/h)
a nd is deactivated below about 3 mph (5 km/h).
It takes account of:
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ehicles running in the same direction or
stationary,
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edestrians in the traffic lane (bicycles,
motorcycles, animals and objects on the
road are not necessarily detected).
This system is designed to assist the
driver and improve road safety.
It is the driver's responsibility to
continuously monitor the state of the
traffic, observing the driving regulations.
This system does not avoid the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.
As soon as the system detects a potential
obstacle, it prepares the braking circuit in
case automatic braking is needed. This
may cause a slight noise and a sense of
deceleration.
Operating limits
In the following cases, deactivating the system
via the vehicle's configuration menu is advised:
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hen towing a trailer,
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