key PEUGEOT 408 2023 Owner's Manual

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Safety
5– A position that is F3 compatible is also
compatible with F2X and F2.
–

A
position that is B3 compatible is also
compatible with B2.
(a) Universal child seat: child seat that can be
installed in all vehicles using the seat belt.
(b) To install a "rearward facing" child seat at
this seat position, the front passenger airbag
must be deactivated ("OFF").
(c) Only a "forward facing" child seat is
authorised at this seat position with the front
passenger airbag activated (" ON").
(d) Depending on version, refer to the
legislation in force in your country before
installing a child in this seat position.
(e) Never install a child seat with a support leg
on the centre rear seat.
(f) For a seat with height adjustment, adjust
the seat to the highest position and move it
fully back.
(g) Adjust the driver's seat to the highest
position.
(h) Adjust the passenger seat to the
intermediate forward longitudinal position.
(i) For a universal " rearward facing" and/or
"forward facing" (U) child seat in groups 0,
0+, 1, 2 or 3. (j)
For a universal " forward facing" (UF) child
seat in groups 1, 2 or 3.


KeySeat position where the installation of a
child seat is forbidden.
Front passenger airbag deactivated.
Front passenger airbag activated.
Seat position suitable for the installation
of a child seat secured using the seat belt
and universally approved "rearward facing"
and/or "forward facing" (U) for all sizes and
weight groups.
Seat position suitable for the installation
of a child seat secured using the seat belt
and universally approved "forward facing"
(UF) for groups 1, 2 & 3 only.
Seat position authorised for the
installation of an i-Size child seat.
Seat position not suitable for the
installation of a child seat with support
leg.
Presence of a Top Tether anchorage
point at the rear of the backrest,
authorising the installation of a universal ISOFIX
child seat.
"Rearward facing" ISOFIX child seat:
–

R1

: ISOFIX child seat for a baby.
–

R2

: ISOFIX reduced size child seat.
–

R3

: ISOFIX large size child seat.
"Forward facing" ISOFIX child seat:
–

F2X

: ISOFIX child seat for toddlers.
–

F2

: ISOFIX reduced height child seat.
–

F3

: ISOFIX full height child seat.
Booster child seat:
–

B2

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– B3: full width booster seat.Seat position where the installation of an
ISOFIX child seat is forbidden.
For seat adjustments, refer to the table
"Installing universal, ISOFIX and i-Size child
seats ".
Manual child lock
The system prevents a rear door from being
opened using its interior handle.
The control is located on the edge of each rear
door (marked by a label on the bodywork).
Activation/Deactivation

► To activate, turn the built-in key fully:
• T o the right on the left-hand rear door.
•

T
o the left on the right-hand rear door.
►

T
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Towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
particular care must be taken.
Do not exceed the maximum towable
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by
10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower
air density at high altitudes decreases engine
performance.
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles
(1,000 kilometres).
If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to the
axle and the nose weight (at the point where it
joins your vehicle) approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Tyres
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer , observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
If a genuine PEUGEOT towing device is
used, the rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the audible
signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant
temperature to increase. The maximum towable
load depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not
increase with engine speed.
►

Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to
limit the amount of heating produced.
►


Pay constant attention to the coolant
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as
possible.
Brakes
Using the engine brake is recommended to limit
the overheating of the brakes. Braking distances
are increased when towing a trailer.
Side wind
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more
susceptible to wind when towing.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The keys contain a code, which must be
recognised by the vehicle before starting is
possible.
If the system malfunctions, indicated by the
display of a message, the engine will not start.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Starting/switching off the
engine
The electronic key must be present in the passenger compartment.
The electronic key is also detected in the
boot.
If the electronic key is not detected, a
message is displayed.
Move the electronic key so that the engine
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6If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key
not detected - Back-up starting or Back-up
switch-off" section.
Starting

► Select mode P or N on the automatic
gearbox, then depress the brake pedal.
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button while
maintaining pressure on the pedal until the
engine starts.
In all circumstances, if one of the starting
conditions is not met, a message is displayed.
In some circumstances, a message indicates
that it is necessary to turn the steering wheel
while pressing the " START/STOP" button to
assist unlocking of the steering column.
Petrol engines
With Petrol engines, after a cold start,
pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause
noticeable engine vibrations, for anything up
to 2

minutes (accelerated idle speed).
Starting rechargeable hybrid
vehicles
► Fully depress the brake pedal and press
the START/STOP button for approximately 2
seconds.
► Keep you r foot on the pedal until this
indicator lamp comes on, indicating the
activation of the rechargeable hybrid system
(confirmed by an audible signal).
To exit Park mode, wait for the READY indicator lamp to come on.
By default, the system starts in Electric mode.
Depending on certain parameters (battery
charge level or outside temperature), the system
determines whether it is necessary to start the
petrol engine.
It is possible to change the driving mode at any
time using the mode selector.
When the vehicle starts in electric mode,
it makes no noise.
Pay particular attention to pedestrians and
cyclists who may not hear the vehicle coming
despite the pedestrian horn.
Switching off
► Deactivate cruise control alone or Drive
Assist Plus (depending on version).
►

Immobilise the vehicle using the parking
brake.
►


Select mode
P on the automatic gearbox.
► Press the "START/STOP" button.
► For rechargeable hybrid vehicles, before
leaving the vehicle, check that the READY

indicator lamp is switched off.
The automatic gearbox locks in mode P.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the
engine will not stop.
With the engine off, the braking and
steering assistance systems are also cut
off - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!
Never leave your vehicle with the
electronic key still inside.
Switching on the ignition
without starting the engine

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With the electronic key in the passenger
compartment, pressing the "START/STOP"
button, without depressing any of the pedals ,
allows the ignition to be switched on without
starting the engine.
►

Press this button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering column,
to enable the engine to be started if the system
fails to detect the key in the recognition zone, or
if the battery in the electronic key is flat.


► Place and hold the remote control against the
back-up reader .
►

Select mode
P on the automatic gearbox,
then depress the brake pedal.
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off

If 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.
►

T
o confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
approximately 5
seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Emergency switch-off
In case of emergency only, the engine can be
switched off without conditions (even when
driving).
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button for about
5
seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon
as the vehicle stops.
Electric parking brake
In automatic mode, this system applies the
parking brake when the engine is switched off
and releases it when the vehicle moves off.




At any time, with the engine running:
► T o apply the parking brake, briefly pull the
control.
►

T
o release it, briefly push the control while
pressing the brake pedal.
Automatic mode is activated by default.
This automatic operation can be deactivated in
certain situations.
Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on both on the instrument panel and on the control to
confirm that the parking brake has been applied,
accompanied by display of the message
"Parking brake applied".
The indicator lamp goes out to confirm the
release of the parking brake, accompanied by
the display of the message " Parking brake
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6– With the selector in mode N and the brake
pedal released: with the selector at D or M.
–

With the selector in mode
P and the brake
pedal depressed: with the selector at R, N, D
or M.
–

With reverse gear engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if the
conditions for operation are met again and in the
following cases:
–
Deselecting the Sport mode (depending on
equipment).
–


Automatic gearbox in mode N

, vehicle speed
exceeds 0.6 mph (1 km/h).
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then goes off.
Malfunctions
In the event of a fault with the system, this
warning lamp flashes for a few moments
on the instrument panel, then remains on,
accompanied by the display of a message.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come
on if there is a fault.
►

Switch off the ignition then start the engine
again with the key or the " ST

ART/STOP" button.
12 V battery
The Stop & Start system requires a
12 V battery of specific technology and
specification.
All work must be carried out only by a
PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop
Tyre under-inflation detection
This system alerts the driver if one or more tyres
suffer a drop in pressure.
The alert is raised when the vehicle is moving,
not when stationary.
It compares the information given by the wheel
speed sensors with reference values, which
must be reinitialised every time the tyre
pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed.
It takes into account the last values stored
during the reinitialisation request. It is therefore
essential that the tyre pressure is correct during
the operation. This operation is the driver’s
responsibility.
The tyre under-inflation detection cannot, in any circumstances, replace the need
for vigilance on the part of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to
regularly check the tyre pressures (including
the spare wheel), especially before a long
journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly
in adverse conditions (heavy load, high
speed, long journey):
–

worsens road-holding.
–


lengthens braking distances.
–


causes premature wear of the tyres.
–


increases energy consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for the vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
For more information on the Identification
markings, refer to the corresponding section.
Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done monthly
when the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for
1 hour or after a journey of less than 6 miles
(10

km) at moderate speeds).
Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures
shown on the label.
Snow chains
The system does not have to be
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow
chains.
Under-inflation alert
This is signalled by the fixed illumination of this warning lamp, accompanied by an CarM an uals 2 .c o m

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Green: electrical connection established;
charging can begin.
CHARGE
Flashing green: charging in progress or
temperature pre-conditioning activated.
Fixed green: charging complete.
FAULT
Red: fault; charging not permitted or must
be stopped immediately. Check that everything
is connected correctly and that the electrical
system is not faulty.
If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Upon plugging the charging cable into a
domestic socket, all of the indicator lamps come
on briefly.
If no indicator lamps come on, check the
domestic socket's circuit-breaker:
–

If the circuit-breaker has tripped, contact a
professional to check that the electrical system
is compatible and/or carry out any necessary
repairs.
–


If the circuit-breaker has not tripped, stop
using the charging cable and contact a
PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
Control unit label - Recommendations
Refer to the handbook before use.
1. Incorrect use of this charging cable may
result in fire, property damage and serious
injury or death by electrocution!
2. Always use a correctly earthed power
socket, protected by a 30
mA residual
current device.
3. Always use an electrical socket protected
by a circuit-breaker appropriate for the
electrical circuit’s current rating.
4. The weight of the control unit must not be
borne by the electrical socket, plug and
cables.
5. Never use this charging cable if it is
defective or in any way damaged.
6. Never attempt to repair or open this
charging cable. It contains no repairable
parts - replace the charging cable if it is
damaged.
7. Never immerse this charging cable in water.
8. Never use this charging cable with an
extension cable, a multi-plug socket, a
conversion adaptor or on a damaged
electrical socket.
9. Do not unplug the plug from the wall as a
means of stopping charging. 10.
Immediately stop charging, by locking and
then unlocking the vehicle using the remote
control key, if the charging cable or wall
socket feel burning hot to the touch.
11 . This charging cable includes components
liable to cause electrical arcing or sparks.
Do not expose to flammable vapours.
12. Only use this charging cable with PEUGEOT
vehicles.
13. Never plug the cable into the wall socket (or
unplug it) with wet hands.
14. Do not force the connector if it is locked into
the vehicle.
Control unit label - State of indicator
lamps
State of the
indicator lamp
Off


On

Flashing
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must be reduced by 10% per 1,000 metres of
altitude.
Use genuine towing devices and wiring
harnesses approved by PEUGEOT. We
recommend having them fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
If not fitted by a PEUGEOT dealer, they must
still be fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Important: if the vehicle has a motorised
tailgate and Hands-Free Tailgate Access
function, and a towing device has been fitted
outside the PEUGEOT dealer network, it
is essential to visit a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop to have the detection
system recalibrated
- risk of malfunction of the
Hands-Free Tailgate Access function.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions
are automatically deactivated while an
approved towing system is in use.
For more information about driving with a
towing device fitted to a trailer and associated
with the Trailer stability assist, refer to the
corresponding section.
Comply with the maximum authorised
towable weight, as indicated on your
vehicle's registration certificate, on the
manufacturer's label and in the Technical
data section of this guide.
If using accessories attached to the
towing device (e.g. bicycle carriers, tow
boxes):
–

Comply with the maximum authorised nose
weight.
–


Do not transport more than 4 conventional
bicycles or 2 electric bicycles.
When loading bicycles onto a bicycle carrier
on a towball, be sure to place the heaviest
bicycles as close as possible to the vehicle.
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Vehicle equipped with motorised
tailgate with hands-free function
(Hands-Free Tailgate Access)
To avoid unintentionally opening the
motorised tailgate when operating the towing
device:
–

Deactivate this function in advance in the
vehicle's configuration application.
–


Or remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
Towing device with quickly detachable towball
Presentation
No tools are required to install or remove this
genuine towing device.


1. Carrier
2. Protective plug
3. Connection socket
4. Safety eye
5. Detachable towball
6. Locking/unlocking wheel
7. Security key lock
8. Label to note the key references
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A. Locked position (green mark opposite the white mark); the wheel is in contact with the
towball (no gap).
B. Unlocked position (red mark opposite the white mark); the wheel is no longer in contact
with the towball (gap of around 5
mm).
To ensure complete safety while driving with a Towing device , refer to the
corresponding section.
Before each use
Verify that the towball is correctly fitted,
checking the follow points:
–

The green mark on the wheel is aligned
with the white mark on the towball.
–


The wheel is in contact with the towball
(position A

).
–

The security key lock is closed and the
key removed; the wheel can no longer be
operated.
–


The towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by attempting to shake it with
your hand.
If the towball is not locked, the trailer can
become detached - risk of an accident!
During use
Never release the locking system with a
trailer or load carrier on the towball.
Never exceed the maximum authorised
weight for the vehicle - the Gross Train
Weight or GTW.
Always comply with the maximum authorised
load on the towing device: if it is exceeded,
this device may become detached from the
vehicle - risk of an accident!
Before driving, check the headlamp height
adjustment and check that the lamps on the
trailer operate correctly.
For more information on Headlamp height
adjustment, refer to the corresponding
section.
After use
When travelling without a trailer or
load carrier, remove the towball and fit the
protective plug into the carrier, to provide
clear visibility of the number plate and/or its
lighting. Also, the connection socket must be
tilted to the top position to avoid damaging the
equipment while driving.
Fitting the towball

► Below the rear bumper , remove the protective
plug 2 from the carrier 1.
►

Insert the end of the towball
5 into the carrier
1 and push it upwards; it will lock into position
automatically.


► The wheel 6 rotates a quarter turn anti-
clockwise; take care to keep your hands clear!
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► Check that the mechanism has correctly
locked into place and that the green mark on
the wheel is aligned with the white mark on the
towball (position A
).
►

Close the lock 7

using the key.
►

Remove the key
. The key cannot be removed
while the lock is open.
►

Lower the cap to protect the lock.

► Remove the protective cover from the
towball.
►

Attach the trailer to the towball.
►


Attach the cable on the trailer to the safety
eye

4 on the carrier.
►

Lower the connection socket 3

to put it in
position.
►

Insert the trailer plug and rotate it by a
quarter turn to connect it to the connection
socket

3 on the carrier.
Removing the towball

► Grasp the trailer's plug, perform a quarter
turn and pull to disconnect it from the connection
socket
3 on the carrier.
►

T
ilt the connection socket 3 to the top position
to stow it away.
►

Detach the trailer's safety cable from the
safety eye

4 on the carrier.
►

Unhitch the trailer from the towball.
►


Replace the protective cover over the towball.

► Lift the cap to access the lock.
► Insert the key into the lock 7.
►

Open the lock using the key
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