engine Peugeot 508 2014 - RHD (UK, Australia) User Guide

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Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Diesel engine pre-heating fixed. The START/STOP switch has been pressed (ignition on). Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting. Once it goes off, starting is immediate, on condition that the brake pedal remains pressed for automatic or electronic gearboxes, or the clutch pedal is pressed fully down for manual gearboxes. The period of illumination of the warning lamp is determined by the ambient conditions (up to about thirty seconds in extreme conditions). If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again, then start the engine.
Parking brake fixed. The parking brake is applied or not properly released. Release the parking brake to switch off the warning lamp, keeping your foot on the brake pedal. Observe the safety recommendations. For further information on the parking brake, refer to the "Parking brake" section.
Deactivation of the automatic functions of the electric parking brake
fixed. The "automatic application" (on switching off the engine) and "automatic release" functions are deactivated or faulty.
Activate the function (according to country) via the vehicle configuration menu or contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop if automatic application / release is not possible. The parking brake can be released manually using the emergency release procedure. For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.

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Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Automatic wiping fixed. The wiper control is pushed downwards. Automatic front wiping is activated. To deactivate automatic wiping, operate the control stalk downwards or put the stalk into another position.
Passenger's airbag system fixed in the seat belt and passenger's front airbag warning lamps display.
The control switch, located in the glove box, has been placed in the "ON" position. The passenger's front airbag is activated. In this case, do not install a "rear facing" child seat.
Move the control switch to the "OFF" position to deactivate the passenger's front airbag. In this case, you can install a "rear facing" child seat.
Stop & Star t fixed. When the vehicle stops (red lights, traffic jams, ...) the Stop & Start system has put the engine into STOP mode.
The warning lamp goes off and the engine restarts automatically in START mode, as soon as you want to move off.
flashes for a few seconds, then goes of f.
STOP mode is temporarily unavailable. or START mode is invoked automatically.
For more information on special cases with STOP mode and START mode, refer to the "Stop & Start" section.

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Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, 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 instrument panel screen. If you encounter any problems, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
STOP fixed, associated with another warning lamp, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen.
It is associated with a punctured wheel, the braking system, the power steering, the engine oil pressure, the engine coolant temperature or a major electrical fault.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the engine may cut out. Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Service on temporarily. Minor faults have occurred for which there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen, such as, for example: - the engine oil level, - saturation of the particle emissions filter (Diesel). - the power steering, - a minor electrical fault. - ... For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
fixed. Major faults have occurred for which there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen and then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.

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Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
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, 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. The parking brake can be released manually. For more information on the electric parking brake, refer to the corresponding section.
Braking fixed. 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 listed by PEUGEOT. If the problem persists, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
+ fixed, associated with the ABS warning
lamp.
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.
Deactivation of the automatic functions of the electric parking brake
fixed. The "automatic application" (on switching off the engine) and "automatic release" functions are deactivated or faulty.
Activate the function (according to country) via the vehicle configuration menu or contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop if automatic application / release is not possible. The parking brake can be released manually using the emergency release procedure. For more information on the electric parking brake, refer to the corresponding section.

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Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Dynamic stability control (DSC/ASR)
flashing. The DSC/ASR regulation is operating. The system optimises traction and improves the directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. Unless it has been deactivated (button pressed and its indicator lamp on) the DSC/ASR system has a fault.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT or a qualified workshop.
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 level fixed with the needle in the red zone. When it first comes on there remains approximately 7 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. Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as this could damage the emission control and injection systems.
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 or indicator lamp in the instrument panel StateCauseAction / Observations
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.
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, associated with a message identifying the door, if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h).
A door or the boot is still open. Close the door or boot.
fixed, associated with a message identifying the door, and accompanied by an audible signal if the speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h).

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Airbags on 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.
Directional headlamps flashing. The directional headlamps system has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Seat belt(s) not fastened / unfastened
fixed then flashing accompanied by an increasing audible signal.
A seat belt has not been fastened or has been unfastened. Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
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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Coolant temperature gauge
With the engine running, when the needle is: - in zone A , the temperature is correct, - in zone B , the temperature is too high; the central STOP warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen. 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.
After driving for a few minutes, the temperature and pressure in the cooling system increase. To top up the level:  wait for the engine to cool,  unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the pressure to drop,  when the pressure has dropped, remove the cap,  top up the level to the "MA X" mark.
On switching on the ignition or when driving, it indicates the engine oil temperature. With the needle in zone C , the temperature is correct. With the needle in zone D , the temperature is too high. Slow down to lower the oil temperature.
Engine oil temperature
gauge
Be aware of the risk of burns when topping up the cooling system. Do not fill above the maximum level (indicated on the reservoir).

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* According to country.
CHECK (vehicle autotest)
Automatic CHECK
With the key in the ignition on position, all of the warning lamps for the functions tested are displayed. They are switched off after a few seconds. At the same time, an automatic CHECK (vehicle autotest) is carried out.
In the presence of a fault
A "minor" fault has been detected: the warning lamp(s) are displayed then go off. You can start your vehicle; however, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as possible. A "major" fault has been detected: the associated warning lamps(s) remain on accompanied by the STOP or SERVICE warning lamp. Do not start your vehicle. Call a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
Manual CHECK
Pressing the "CHECK" button on the instrument panel starts the manual CHECK (vehicle autotest). This function enables you to recall at any time (with the key in the ignition on position or with the engine running), the alerts present.
The passenger's airbag deactivated warning lamp * remains on while the airbag is deactivated.
With the engine running and the vehicle
moving, the instrument panel displays the warning lamps (in the event of a fault).
If no "major" fault is found, you can start your vehicle.
Lighting dimmer control
With the headlamps on, press button B to increase the brightness of the instruments and controls and the interior mood lighting or button A to reduce it. As soon as the lighting reaches the required level of brightness, release the button.

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Engine oil level indicator *
Oil level incorrect
This is indicated by the display of the message "Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel screen, accompanied by the service warning lamp and an audible signal. If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to avoid damage to the engine. Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Oil level indicator fault
This is signalled by the display of the message "Oil level measurement invalid" in the instrument panel. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
In the event of a fault with the electric indicator, the oil level is no longer monitored. If the system is faulty, you must check the engine oil level using the manual dipstick located under the bonnet. Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
The total mileage is displayed in zone A of the screen and the trip mileage in zone B .
With the trip mileage displayed, press the button for a few seconds.
Mileage recorder
Trip recorder zero reset
On versions fitted with an electric oil level indicator, the state of the engine oil level is displayed in the instrument panel for a few seconds, after the servicing information.
The level read will only be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more than 30 minutes.
Oil level correct
* Depending on version.