handbrake PEUGEOT 308 CC 2008 Owners Manual

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FAMILIARISATION
OPEN
Retractable roof operations
Opening the roof
 Pull this control until the roof
opening operation is com-
plete.
Closing the roof

 Press this control until the roof
closing operation is complete.

Change to "cabriolet" confi guration:
- the four windows lower partially,
- the boot opens,
- the roof folds into the boot,
- the boot closes.

Change to "coupé" confi guration:
- the four windows lower partially,
- the boot opens,
- the roof unfolds and locks automati- cally,
- the boot closes.
To ensure that the roof operates
correctly, do not release the control
while the roof is moving.
However, in the event of any danger,
release the control, the roof stops;
then, once the danger had been
eliminated, complete the movement
required. Operating fault
If a malfunction of the roof occurs,
apply the handbrake, switch off
the ignition, start the engine again,
then start the operation required
again.
If the problem persists, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
The electric window controls and
the control for all four windows are
deactivated while the roof is in op-
eration.
The end of the manoeuvre is confi rmed
by an audible signal and a message on
the multifunction display.
The end of the manoeuvre is confi rmed
by an audible signal and a message on
the multifunction display.
If you continue to pull or press this
control after the end of the ma-
noeuvre, the four windows rise.

FAMILIARISATION

1. Steering lock and ignition.

2. Audio and telematics system
steering wheel control.

3. Wipers/wash-wipe/trip computer
controls.

4. Instrument panel.

5. Driver's air bag.
Horn.

6. Gear lever.

7. Handbrake.

8. 12 V accessories socket.

9. Heated seat control.

10. Exterior mirror controls.
Electric window controls.

11. Passenger air bag disarming.

12. Manual headlamp height
adjustment.

13. Side adjustable and closing vent.

14. Front side window demisting vent.

15. Speaker (tweeter).

16. Windscreen demisting vent.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The warning lights may come on
continuously or fl ash.
Certain warning lights may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can
it be ascertained whether the situ-
ation is normal or whether a fault
has occurred.
Indicator and warning lights
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (operation
or deactivation indicator lights) or of the
occurrence of a fault (warning light).
Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning
lights may be accompanied by an audi-
ble signal and a message on the multi-
function display.
Operation indicator lights
If one of the following indicator lights
comes on, this confi rms that the
corresponding system has come into
operation.
Left-hand direction indicator.
Handbrake applied.
Right-hand direction
indicator.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped headlamps.
Diesel engine pre-heating.
Wait until this is switched off
before operating the starter.
Front fog lamps.
Rear fog lamp.
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lights come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle’s ignition is
switched on.
When the engine is started, these warning
lights should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult the warning light concerned.
Common operation indicator lights

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
When the engine is running or the vehi-
cle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lights indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver. Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning light:
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Service.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a problem in one
of the systems which does not
have a specifi c warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display. Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the handbrake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by read-
ing the associated message on the
multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Warning lights
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle’s assisted braking.
Common warning lights
After checking:
- that the doors, boot and bonnet are
closed,
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash fl uid level,
- the remote control battery,
- the pressure of the tyres,
- the end of saturation of the particle emission fi lter (Diesel),
for any other situations, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.

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Air bags.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the air bag, roll-over hoop
or pretensioning seat belt sys-
tems.
Braking.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light).
Stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
If the vehicle is moving, check that the
handbrake is released fully. Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
anti-lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle’s assisted braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deacti-
vated, if this warning light and the indi-
cator light on the button come on, this
indicates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
Power steering.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the power steering. Stop the
vehicle immediately and as safely as
possible.
Door open.
A door, the boot or the bonnet *
is open:
Ice warning.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that there is risk of the forma-
tion of ice on the road below a tempera-
ture of 3 °C.
Drive carefully.
Handbrake.
If this is displayed, while the ve-
hicle is moving, it indicates that
the handbrake has not been re-
leased fully.
Electronic immobiliser.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
electronic engine immobiliser
system or that the remote control bat-
tery is fl at.
* Only with alarm. Fuel level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that there is only enough fuel
remaining to drive approximate-
ly 30 miles (50 km).
The capacity of the tank is approximately
60 litres. Screenwash fl uid level.
If this is displayed, following an
action on the wipers stalk, it in-
dicates an insuffi cient level of
fl uid.
Fill the screenwash/headlamp wash fl u-
id reservoir when you stop. -
if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning light is displayed in orange,
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning light is displayed in red.
Coolant level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
an insuffi cient level of coolant
in the circuit. Stop the vehicle
immediately and as safely as
possible.

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DRIVING
When parking on a slope, direct
your wheels to chock them against
the pavement, pull the handbrake
and engage a gear.
HANDBRAKE
Mechanical brake to hold the vehicle
when stationary.
Applying

 Pull the handbrake to immobilise
your vehicle. When the vehicle is being
driven, if this warning light and

STOP the warning light come
on, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multi-func-
tion display, this indicates that the hand-
brake is still on or has not been properly
released.
Releasing

 Pull on the handle and press the
button A to release the handbrake.
6-SPEED MANUAL GEARBOX
As a safety precaution and to facili-
tate starting of the engine:
- always select neutral,
- press the clutch pedal.
Only engage reverse gear when
the vehicle is stationary with the
engine at idle.
Engaging reverse gear

 Raise the ring under the knob and
push the gear lever to the left then
forwards.

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DRIVING
Moving off

 Apply the handbrake.

 Select position P or N .

 Start the engine.
If this procedure is not followed, an au-
dible signal is heard, accompanied by a
message on the multifunction display.

 With the engine running, press the
brake pedal.

 Release the handbrake.

 Select position R , D or M ,

 Gradually release the brake pedal.
The vehicle moves off immediately.
If position N is engaged inadvert-
ently while driving, allow the engine
to return to idle then engage posi-
tion D to accelerate. The gearbox then operates in auto-
adaptive mode, without any intervention
on the part of the driver. It continuously
selects the most suitable gear accord-
ing to the style of driving, the profi le of
the road and the load in the vehicle.
For maximum acceleration without
touching the lever, press the accelera-
tor pedal down fully (kick down). The
gearbox changes down automatically
or maintains the gear selected until the
maximum engine speed is reached.
On braking, the gearbox changes down
automatically to provide effi cient engine
braking.
If you release the accelerator sharply,
the gearbox will not change to a higher
gear for safety reasons.
Automatic operation

 Select position D for automatic
changing of the four or six gears.

 appears on the instrument
panel.
Snow programme "
 "

 Press button
"
 ", after starting the
engine.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slip-
pery roads.
This programme improves starting and
drive when traction is poor.
S appears on the instrument
panel.
Sport programme "S"

 Press button "S" , after starting the
engine.
The gearbox automatically favours a
dynamic style of driving.
Never select position N while the
vehicle is moving.
Never select positions P or R un-
less the vehicle is completely sta-
tionary.
When the engine is running at idle,
with the brakes released, if position

R , D or M is selected, the vehicle
moves even without the accelera-
tor being pressed.
When the engine is running, never
leave children in the vehicle with-
out supervision.
When carrying out maintenance
with the engine running, apply the
handbrake and select position P . Sport and snow programmes
These two special programmes supple-
ment the automatic operation in very
specifi c conditions of use.
Return to automatic operation

 At any time, press the button select-
ed again to quit the programme en-
gaged and return to auto-adaptive
mode.

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DRIVING
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 handbrake to
immobilise the vehicle. Operating fault
When the ignition is on, the
lighting of this warning light, ac-
companied by an audible signal
and a message on the multi-
function display, indicates a gearbox
malfunction.
In this case, the gearbox switches to
emergency mode and is locked in 3rd
gear. You may feel a substantial knock
when changing from P to R and from N
to R . This 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.
This warning light may also come on if a
door is opened.
If the battery is fl at and the lever is
in position P , it will not be possible
to change to another position.
Above all, do not force the lever as
this could damage the gearbox.
Manual operation

 Select position M for sequential
changing of the four or six gears.

 Push the lever towards the + sign to
change up a gear.

 Pull the lever towards the - sign to
change down a gear.

D disappears and the gears
engaged appear in succes-
sion on the instrument panel.
In the event of under-revving
or over-revving, the gear se-
lected fl ashes 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 mov-
ing very slowly, the gearbox selects
gear M1 automatically.
The sport and snow programmes do not
operate in manual mode. If the lever is not in position
P ,
when the driver’s door is opened or
approximately 45 seconds after the
ignition is switched off, an audible
signal is heard and a message ap-
pears.

 Return the lever to position P ;
the audible signal stops and the
message disappears.
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 au-
tomatic mode.
Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a
gear is not engaged correctly
(selector between two posi-
tions).

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CHECKS
Only use products recommended by
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent
quality and specifi cations.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, PEUGEOT selects and of-
fers very specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited .
Brake disc wear status
Brake pads Handbrake
Brake wear depends on the
style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in
town, over short distances. It
may be necessary to have the
condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn. For information relating to
checking the brake disc wear
status, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.
If the handbrake travel is too
long or if a loss of effectiveness
of this system is noticed, the
handbrake must be adjusted,
even between two services.
This system must be checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing book-
let for the details of the level
checking interval for this com-
ponent.
Automatic gearbox The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the checking in-
terval for this component.