
USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VEHICLE
CHILD SEATS
FUEL IN CASE OF BREAKDOWN DRIVER'S SEAT
Vehicle specifications are subject to change. When the engine is turned off, ensure that the starter switch is in position II when operating electrical items such
as door mirrors and windows, etc. This vehicle does not include any manufacturer handbooks or manuals.
No responsibility is accepted for inaccuracies or misunderstanding caused by the wording of this guide. If in any doubt ask a member of staff for assistance.
Use hazard lights. Attempt to park
in a safe position.
Use an emergency phone rather
than a mobile as emergency
services will then know the location
of the vehicle.
Never use a child seat in a front
passenger seat which is fitted with
an active airbag (SRS). Follow all
fitting instructions carefully.
Check seat positioning and security
before use.
VEHICLE INSTRUCTION CARD
TYRE PRESSURES (COLD)
CONTROLS
When parked, the handbrake (or electronic
parking brake) should be fully applied with the
vehicle left in first or reverse gear for vehicles
with manual transmission or P (Park) for
vehicles with automatic transmission.
CAUTION!
For assistance after an accident/incident, please call 0800 0280 999
For assistance after a breakdown or help with tyres or windscreens please refer to the numbers on the tax disc holder.
TYRE HELPLINE
In the event of having a punctured tyre
please call the Europcar Tyre Helpline
0800 0280 999 for ANY assistance.
NOTE: Vehicles are not usually supplied
with a tyre repair kit (for vehicles that use
this in lieu of a spare wheel).
PEUGEOT 308
VIC-PEU-06 / 11-02-2018
Remote control operated central deadlocking. Press the central locking button on the centre console to lock them from the
inside. Doors will auto lock when vehicle moves.
Passive arming of electronic engine immobiliser and alarm. Visible VIN plate.
Centrally locked. Use the remote control to unlock or open by using the internal remote release (hatchback only).
Internal electric internal adjustment operated via a control pad on the driver’s door.
Electric front and rear operated via control buttons on the driver’s door.
Some models may be fitted with an electric tilt / slide panoramic sunroof operated via roof mounted controls.
Located on the edge of the rear doors, turn the key slot to activate it. Or press the central locking button on the centre
console. Check from inside that the doors are securely locked.
Ensure gear selector is in neutral and parking brake is on. Place ignition key in starter switch. Or for keyless starting keep
the key in your pocket or handbag, and press the engine start/stop button adjacent to the gear lever to start or stop the
engine. Select desired gear. Release parking brake and brake pedal and gently press the accelerator to move the vehicle.
Vehicles feature auto start/stop technology whereby the engine turns off when vehicle is stationary, gears are in neutral and
foot pedals are not depressed - to instantly restart either depress the brake (auto models) or depress the clutch (manual).
Vehicles have a centrally locked fuel cap located under a flap on rear offside. Press the edge of the flap to open it, and twist
off the cap anticlockwise.
Pull bonnet release lever located on left hand side of front passenger footwell. Unhook catch under bonnet.
The rear seat is divided into 66:33 sections which can be folded separately (flat folding in the estate - some models also
have floor rails to help secure loads). To release the seat press the seat unlocking catch and fold the seat down. To return
the seat to normal use, raise the seat and push it firmly to engage the seat lock. Check it is locked before using the seat.
Vehicles are not normally supplied with a tyre repair kit or spare wheel. For any assistance in the event of having a
punctured tyre, or should the vehicle not be supplied with a spare wheel and tyre or a tyre repair kit, please call the
Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999. Lift the recess cover inside the boot to access the spacesaver spare tyre. The
tools and jack are with the wheel. Move the vehicle to firm / level ground. Turn the engine off, select first gear (manual) or
P (automatic). Apply the handbrake or parking brake. Loosen the wheel nuts (do not remove them). Only use the specific
reinforced jack points on the underside of the vehicle. Crank the jack to lift the vehicle. Undo wheel nuts and change the
wheel. Lower the vehicle. Tighten the wheel nuts.
To change gears press the button on the shift lever and move the lever forwards or backwards in the gear gate. Select N
for neutral, Pwhen leaving the vehicle, Rfor reversing (the vehicle must be at a complete standstill before this gear can be
selected). For normal driving select Dwhere the transmission will use all available forward gears automatically (a ‘kickdown
‘ facility is provided when the accelerator is pressed all the way to the floor past the normal acceleration point forcing the
transmission to select a lower gear to obtain maximum acceleration. Release pressure on the accelerator to return to normal
accelerator use). Move the lever to lower left to use the manual + and - settings to manually change gear up or down by
pushing the lever forward or backward. Whenever the vehicle is at a standstill apply the electronic parking brake.
Tilt
Height
Legroom
5 SEATS
5 DOOR HATCH / 5 DOOR ESTATE
Ensure you use the correct fuel
type. Only use unleaded petrol
in petrol vehicles (see inside of
filler flap).
Fuel Tank Capacity:
53.0 litres
Check tyre pressure regularly
Legal minimum tread depth is 1.6 mm
195/65 R15
205/55 R16
225/45 R17
225/40 R18
235/35 R19
Check the tyre pressure table found on
the inside of driver’s door B-pillar (or fuel
filler cap).
Vehicles are fitted with an electronic tyre
pressure monitor. Driving speeds and
travel distance are restricted when using a
spacesaver spare wheel.
1Heating & Ventilation
2Hazard Lights
3Starter Switch
4Headlights
5Sidelights
6Indicators
7Wipers
8Rear Screen Wipers
9Horn
10 Bonnet Release
11 Heated Rear Screen
12 Rear Fog Lamp
13 Front Fog Lamp
14 Electronic parking brake
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2
4 / 5 / 6 / 12 / 13
9
10
7 / 8
Important: the oil level must be
checked every 1000 miles.
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Locking the doors?
Anti-theft system?
Opening the boot?
Adjusting door mirrors?
Opening the windows?
Operating the sunroof?
Using child door locks?
Starting the engine?
Opening fuel filler cap?
Releasing the bonnet?
Folding the rear seats?
How to change a tyre?
How to drive an
automatic?
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or
P
R
N
D
1 3 5
2 4 6
R
+
-
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Lumbar
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