brakes Peugeot 508 RXH 2013 Owner's Manual

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Driving

Engagement of reverse gear isaccompanied by an audible signal.
If you leave the vehicle, place the gear
selector in position Nand then you must stop the hybrid system by switching off the ignition (Ready
lamp off).
If the gear selector is not in position Non starting, Nflashes in the instrumentpanel, accompanied by an audiblesignal and a message in the instrument panel screen. Foot on brakeflashes on the instrument panel, accompanied by anaudible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen, if the brakepedal is not pressed on starting.


For optimum acceleration, for example
when overtaking another vehicle, pressthe accelerator pedal firmly past the point of resistance.


Displays in the instrument panel
N Neutral
R Reverse1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Gears in manual mode A This comes on when automated mode is selected. It goes off on changing to manualmode.
)Place your foot on the brakewhen a message appears in the
instrument panel screen.

Moving off
)
Select position N . )
Press the brake pedal down fully. )
Star t the hybrid system.
Nappears in the instrument panelscreen.
)
Select a gear (position M
or A
) or reverse A(position R).R)
Release the parking brake unless it is
programmed to automatic mode. ) Ta k e your foot off the brake pedal, thenaccelerate.
Aand 1or R
appear in the instrumentpanel screen.


Automatic mode
)
After star ting the vehicle, select position Afor enter automatic mode.
Aappears in the instrument panel screen.A

The gearbox is then operating in auto-active
mode, without any action on the par t of the driver. It continuously selects the most suitablegear, depending on the:


- st
yle of driving,

- profile of the road.


When the engine is idling with thebrakes off, if position R, Aor M
is selected, the vehicle will move off
on its own without any action on theaccelerator.

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Safety
Electronic Stability Programme incorporatingthe following systems:
- the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- the emergency braking assistance,
- the anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction control,
- the d
ynamic stability control (DSC).






























Electronic stability programme (ESC)


Definitions


Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution
(EBFD)
This system improves the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and provides improved control in corners, in
par ticular on poor or slippery road surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.


Emergency braking assistance

In an emergency, this system enables you to reach the optimum braking pressure more quickly and therefore reduce the stoppingdistance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by areduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in the effectiveness of the braking.

Anti-slip regulation (ASR)

The ASR system (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction in order to avoid
wheel slip by acting on the brakes of the drivingwheels and on the engine. It also improves
the directional stability of the vehicle onacceleration.


Dynamic stability control (DSC)

If there is a difference between the pathfollowed by the vehicle and that required bythe driver, the DSC monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the required path, within the limits of the laws
o
f physics.

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Practical information
Driving advice
Distribution of loads
)Distribute the load in the trailer so that theheaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.

Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Side wind
)Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.

Cooling

To w i ng a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electricall
y controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the
gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
)
If the warning lamp and the STOPwarning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.



Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine braking is recommended.


Tyres
)Check the tyre pressures of the towingvehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the recommended pressures.



Lighting
)Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.

The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine PEUGEOT towbar is used.
R
efer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

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Checks
6-speed electronic
gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing and warrantybooklet for details of the checking
interval for this component.
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It may be necessary to
Brake pads
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
The star t of saturation of the par ticle
filter is indicated by the temporary
illumination of this warning lamp
accompanied by a message in the
multi-function screen.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp goes off.If the warning lamp stays on, thisindicates a low additive level.
On a new vehicle, the first par ticle filter regeneration operations may beaccompanied by a "burning" smell,which is perfectly normal.Following prolonged operation of thevehicle at very low speed or at idle,you may, in exceptional circumstances, notice the emission of water vapour atthe exhaust on acceleration. This does not affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the environment.

The 100% electric mode is not available
during regeneration of the par ticleemissions filter.
have the condition of the brakes checked, evenbetween vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brakepads are worn.

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Checks
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.

Brake disc wear Electric parking brake

This system does not require anyroutine servicing. However, in the event of a problem, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or aqualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of equivalent quality and specification. In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,or in wintry conditions, ice, can formon the brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may be reduced. Make lightbrake applications to dry and defrostthe brakes.
For more information, refer to the "Electric
parking brake - Operating faults" section.

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Alphabetical index
ABS ...............................................................174Accessories ............................................27,218Accessory position.......................................... 27Accessory socket, 12 volt.............................101Adaptive lighting..............................................51Adjusting headlamps....................................154Adjusting head restraints................................94Adjusting seat belt height ..............................178Adjusting the steering wheel.........................100Airbags ............................................................60Airbags, cur tain .....................................182, 183Airbags, front......................................... 180, 183Airbags, lateral......................................182, 183Air conditioning...............................................40Air conditioning,
digital...................................111, 112,115, 120Air conditioning, manual ...............................111Air conditioning, quad-zone ..........115,118, 120Air filter..........................................................r227Air flow............................................................ 40Air vents ........................................................ 110Alarm...............................................................80Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................174Anti-theft..........................................................27Armrest..........................................................101Armrest, rear.................................................r102ASR ...............................................................174Assistance, emergency braking...................174Assistance call ......................................173, 236Audible warning ............................................ 173Audio streaming (Bluetooth)..................................................279Automatic illumination
of headlamps.......................................147,151Automatic operation
of hazard warning lamps............................172Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ..............................156,158
Capacity, fuel tank..........................................89Central locking................................................74Changing a bulb...........................196,200, 202Changing a fuse ............................................203Changing a wheel.........................................190Changing a wiper blade........................159, 211Changing the date ...........................................69Changing the remote control battery ........77,78Changing the time...........................................69Checking levels.....................................224-226Checking the engine oil level..........................65Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)........184Checks..........................................223, 227-229Children.........................................166,169,170Child seats ...........................................162, 167Child seats, conventional ......................165, 166Closing the boot ..............................................84Closing the doors............................................74Cold climate screen......................................217Connectors, audio.........................................103Coolant level...........................................61,225
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C
Coolant temperature indicator........................r61Courtesy lamps .............................................160Cruise control........................................ 137, 140Cup holder.....................................................r101
Backup starting .............................................208Backup switching off.......................................f28Battery.............4, 22, 43-45, 105, 207-209, 227Battery, charging...................................207,209Battery, remote control..............................77-79Bluetooth (hands-free)..................................262Bluetooth (telephone)....................................262Boot...........................................................84-86Boot (opening).................................................73Brake discs ...........................................228, 229Brake lamps ..................................................200Brake pads ........................................... 228, 229Brakes..................................................228, 229
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Date (setting)...................................................69Daytime running lamps .........149, 196,197, 199Deactivating ESP .......................................... 176Deactivating the passenger airbag...............180Deadlocking....................................................75Defrosting................................................98, 120Diesel..................................................35,39, 52Diesel additive level......................................226Diesel engine pre-heat warning lamp .............52Dimensions...................................................233Dipped beam ............................51, 146,196-198Dipstick....................................................65, 224Directional lighting........................................155Direction indicators.......150,172, 196,199,200Driving positions (memorising).......................93Dynamic emergency braking........................123Dynamic stability control(DSC)......................................54, 58, 174, 176
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EBA (Emergency braking assistance)..........174EBFD.............................................................174Eco-driving.....................................................40Economical driving .........................................40Economy mode .............................................210Eco off.............................................................f39Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) ... 174
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