PEUGEOT 208 2017 User manual

PEUGEOT 208
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Welcome
Your vehicle will be fitted with only some of the equipment described in
this document, depending on its trim level, version and the specification
for the country in which it was sold.
This document presents the information and recommendations required
for you to be able to explore your vehicle in detail.
Thank you for choosing a Peugeot 208.
The descriptions and illustrations are given without any obligation.
Automobiles PEUGEOT reserves the right to modify the technical
specifications, equipment and accessories without having to update this
edition of the guide.
In this document, you will find all of the instructions and
recommendations on the use that will allow you to enjoy your vehicle
to the fullest. It is strongly recommended that you familiarise yourself
with it as well as the Warranty and Maintenance Record which will
provide you with information about warranties, servicing and roadside
assistance associated with your vehicle.
Key
If ownership of your vehicle is transferred, please ensure this Complete
Handbook is passed on to the new owner.
Safety warning
Additional information
Contributes to the protection of the environment
Left-hand drive vehicle
Right-hand drive vehicle

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Contents
Instrument panels 7
Warning and indicator lamps 10
Indicators 23
Trip computer 30
Date and time adjustment 33
Lighting dimmer 34
Remote control 36
Doors 36
Locking – Key 37
Central locking 40
Boot 40
Alarm 41
Electric windows 43
PEUGEOT i-Cockpit 45
Steering wheel adjustment 46
Mirrors 46
Front seats 48
One-piece bench seat 53
2/3 – 1/3 split rear bench seat 53
Head restraints 54
Recommendations for ventilation
and air conditioning 55
Heating 56
Manual air conditioning 56
Dual-zone automatic air conditioning 57
Recirculation of interior air 60
Demisting – defrosting 60
Courtesy lamp 61
Interior ambient lighting 62
Sunroof blind 63
Interior ttings 63
Boot ttings 65
Rear shelf 65
Lighting control stalk 67
Direction indicators 68
Automatic illumination of headlamps 69
Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps 71
Headlamp adjustment 71
Cornering lighting 71
Wiper control stalk 72
General safety recommendations 75
Hazard warning lamps 76
Emergency or assistance call 76
Electronic stability control (ESC) 78
Seat belts 81
Airbags 84
Child seats 88
Deactivating the passenger's front airbag 89
ISOFIX mountings and child seats 97
Child lock 103
Dashboard instruments
AccessOverview
Ease of use and comfort
Lighting and visibility
Safety
Instruments and controls 4

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Contents
Eco-driving 104
Driving recommendations 105
Starting – Switching off the engine 108
Parking brake 110
Manual gearbox 111
Electronic gearbox 112
Automatic gearbox 114
Gear shift indicator 116
Hill start assist 117
Stop & Start 118
Speed limiter 121
Cruise control 123
Memorising speeds 126
Active City Brake 127
Parking sensors 129
Reversing camera 130
Park Assist 131
Under-ination detection 135
Fuel tank 138
Misfuel prevention (Diesel) 139
Compatibility of fuels 140
Snow chains 141
Towing a trailer 142
Load reduction mode 143
Energy economy mode 143
Changing a window wiper 144
Fitting roof bars 144
Bonnet 145
Engines 147
Checking levels 148
Checks 150
AdBlue®(BlueHDi engines) 152
Advice on care 156
Warning triangle 157
Running out of fuel (Diesel) 157
Temporary puncture repair kit 158
Spare wheel 162
Changing a bulb 167
Changing a fuse 172
12 V battery 178
Towing 181
Characteristics of engines and towed loads 184
Petrol engines 185
Diesel engines 188
LPG engines 190
Dimensions 191
Identication markings 192
Driving Practical information
In the event of a breakdown
Technical data
Alphabetical index
Audio equipment and telematics
PEUGEOT Connect Nav
PEUGEOT Connect Radio
Audio system / Bluetooth
Audio system

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Overview
Instruments and controls 1
Door mirrors
Electric windows
2
Opening the bonnet
3
Dashboard fuses
4
Rear view mirror
Courtesy lamp
Ambient lighting
Emergency or assistance call
Active City Brake
5
Touch screen
Audio system
Bluetooth audio system
Adjusting the date/time
6
Ventilation
Heating
Manual air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
Front demisting/defrosting
Rear screen demisting/defrosting
7
USB port / Auxiliary socket
8
Manual gearbox
Electronic gearbox
Automatic gearbox
Gear shift indicator
9
Parking brake
10
Glove box
Fuses

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Instruments and controls
(continued)
Steering mounted controls
4
"-" Changing down gears
(with an electronic gearbox)
5
Steering wheel adjustment
Audible warning (horn)
6
Wiper control stalk
Trip computer
7
Steering mounted controls
for the touch screen
8
Steering mounted controls
for the audio system
9
"+" Changing up gears
(with an electronic gearbox)
1
Lighting control stalk
Direction indicators
2
Steering mounted controls
for the touch screen: volume, source change
3
Cruise control
Speed limiter
Memorising speeds

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Overview
Central switch panel
Central locking
Hazard warning lamps
Side switch panel
(Depending on version.)
Activation of Park Assist
or
Deactivation of the rear parking
sensors
Deactivation of the DSC/ASR
system
Deactivation of Stop & Start
Reinitialisation of the tyre under-
inflation detection (without the
touch screen)
Deactivating the volumetric
monitoring
Turning on the electric child lock
Headlamp beam height adjustment

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Dashboard instruments
Instrument panels
Rev counter
Rev counter (x 1,000 rpm),
graduation depends on the
engine.
Indicator
Engine coolant temperature
indicator.
Control button
Servicing reminder.
Setting the time.
Reset the function selected (service indicator
or trip recorder).
Depending on version:
- Setting the time.
- Digital speedometer.
Instrument panel lighting
Adjusting the intensity of the
general lighting.
Speedometer
Analogue speedometer (mph
or km/h).
Gauge
Fuel gauge.

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Dashboard instruments
Displays Cruise control settings.
Speed limiter settings.
Service indicator.
Total distance recorder
(miles or km).
Trip distance recorder (miles
or km).
Engine oil level indicator
(depending on version).
Gear shift indicator with a
manual gearbox.
Selector position and gear
with an electronic gearbox.
Selector position and gear
with an automatic gearbox.
Digital speedometer (mph
or km/h).
Display / hide the digital speedometer.
(Depending on version.)
Hold this button down.
"- -" or "0" is displayed.
Press this button to
display or hide the digital
speedometer.
Trip computer
Time counter of the Stop & Start.
Remaining driving range.
Current or average fuel consumption.
Average speed of the vehicle.
Distance travelled by the vehicle.

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Dashboard instruments
Gearbox
Park position (Park).
Reverse gear (Rear).
Neutral.
Automatic mode (Drive).
Sequential mode.
Change up / Change down.
Sport programme.
Snow programme.
Trip recorder reset
With the trip distance displayed, press the
button for a few seconds.

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Dashboard instruments
Warning and indicator
lamps
When the ignition is switched on
Certain warning lamps come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle's ignition is switched
on.
When the engine is started, these same
warning lamps should go off.
If they remain on, before driving refer to the
information on the warning lamp concerned.
Associated warnings
Certain warning lamps may come on in one of
two modes: fixed (continuous) or flashing.
Only by relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can it be
ascertained whether the situation is normal or
whether a fault has occurred.
In the event of a fault, the illumination of the
warning lamp may be accompanied by an
audible signal and/or a message.
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
using the associated message.
If you encounter any problems, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Operation indicator lamps
The lighting of one of the following indicator
lamps confirms that the corresponding system
is on.
Deactivation indicator lamp
If this indicator lamp comes on, this confirms
that the corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
This may be accompanied by an audible signal
and a message being displayed.
Visual identifiers informing the driver that
a system is in operation, switched off (on/
off indicator lamps) or has developed a fault
(warning lamp).

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Dashboard instruments
STOP Fixed, associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message.
Illumination of this warning
lamp is related to a serious
fault detected with the engine,
the braking system, the power
steering, etc., or a major
electrical fault.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or
not properly released. Release the parking brake to extinguish the warning lamp; keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Observe the safety recommendations.
For more information on the Parking brake, refer to
the corresponding section.
Braking Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Top up with brake fluid approved 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 is
faulty.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Dashboard instruments
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
Door(s) open Fixed and associated
with a message
identifying the door.
Speed below 6 mph (10 km/h), a
door or the boot is not properly
closed.
Close the door or boot.
Fixed, associated with
a message identifying
the door, together with
an audible signal.
Speed above 6 mph (10 km/h), a
door or the boot is not properly
closed.
Seat belt(s) not
fastened/
unfastened
Fixed or flashing
accompanied by an
audible signal.
A belt has not been fastened or
has been unfastened. Pull the strap then insert the tongue into the buckle.
Battery charge Fixed. The battery charging circuit has
a fault (dirty or loose terminals,
slack or cut alternator belt, etc.).
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.
Engine oil
pressure Fixed. The engine lubrication system has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Maximum
coolant
temperature
Fixed, with the needle
in the red zone. The temperature of the cooling system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping
up to the required level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.

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Dashboard instruments
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
Engine self-
diagnosis
system
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 a
qualified workshop without delay.
Flashing. The engine management system
has a fault. Risk of the catalytic converter being destroyed. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
+
Fixed, associated with
the service warning
lamp.
A minor fault in the engine has
been detected. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
+
Fixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp.
A major fault in the engine has
been detected. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Dashboard instruments
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
Foot on brake Fixed. The brake pedal must be
pressed. With an electronic gearbox, selector in position N, press the brake pedal to start the engine.
With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running,
press the brake pedal before releasing the parking
brake to unlock the lever and come out of position P.
If you wish to release the parking brake without
pressing the brake pedal, this warning lamp will
remain on.
Flashing. With an electronic gearbox, if
you hold the vehicle on an incline
using the accelerator for too long,
the clutch overheats.
Use the brake pedal and/or the parking brake.
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
delay.

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Dashboard instruments
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
Under-inflation Fixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message.
One or more wheels has
insufficient pressure. Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible. This check should preferably be carried out when the
tyres are cold.
You must reinitialise the system after adjusting one or
more tyre pressures and after changing one or more
wheels.
For more information on Tyre under-inflation
detection, refer to the corresponding section.
+
Flashing then fixed,
accompanied by the
Service warning lamp.
The system is faulty: tyre
pressures are no longer
monitored.
Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible.
Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Dynamic stability
control
(DSC/ASR)
Flashing. The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating. The system optimises traction and improves the directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss of
grip or trajectory.
Fixed. The DSC/ASR system has a fault. Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Airbags Temporarily on. This warning lamp comes on for
a few seconds when you turn on
the ignition, then goes off.
This warning 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
pyrotechnic pretensioner systems
has a fault.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Dashboard instruments
Passenger's
airbag system Fixed. The control switch, located in the glove box, is set to the "OFF"
position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a "rearward"
facing child seat, unless there is
a fault with the airbags (airbag
warning lamp on).
To activate the passenger front airbag, turn the control
to the "ON" position.
In this case, do not fit a child seat in the "rearward"
facing position.
Min fuel level Fixed, with the needle
in the red zone. Approximately 5 litres of fuel remain in the tank.
You are now starting to use the
fuel reserve.
You must 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 sufficient fuel is added.
Capacity of the tank:
- approximately 50 litres (petrol engines).
- approximately 50 litres (Diesel engines).
- approximately 45 litres (Diesel BlueHDi engines).
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.
Flashing with the
needle in the red zone. Very little fuel remains in the tank.
Foot on the
clutch Fixed. In STOP mode of the Stop & Start, the transition to START
mode has been rejected because
the clutch pedal is not fully
pressed down.
With a manual gearbox, you must depress the clutch
fully to allow the change to engine START mode.
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations

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Dashboard instruments
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
AdBlue®
1.6 litre BlueHDi
Euro 6.1
Fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range.
The remaining driving range is
between 370 miles (600 km) and
1,500 miles (2,400 km).
Have the AdBlue®topped up as soon as possible: go
to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
You can add up to 10 litres of AdBlue®to its tank.
Flashing,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range.
The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 370 miles (0 and
600 km).
You must top up the AdBlue®to avoid a breakdown
or go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
You can add up to 10 litres of AdBlue®to its tank.
Flashing,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
that starting is
prevented.
The AdBlue®tank is empty: the
starting inhibition system required
by legislation prevents starting of
the engine.
To be able to start the engine, you must top up the
AdBlue®or go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
It is essential to add at least 4 litres of AdBlue®to its
tank.

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Dashboard instruments
Warning / indicator lamp State Cause Action / Observations
AdBlue®
1.5 litre BlueHDi
Euro 6.2
Fixed, for around
30 seconds when
switching on the
ignition, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message
indicating the remaining
driving range.
The remaining driving range is
between 1,500 miles (2,400 km)
and 500 miles (800 km).
Top up the AdBlue®.
You can add up to 10 litres of AdBlue®to its tank.
Fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range.
The remaining driving range is
between 500 miles (800 km) and
60 miles (100 km).
As soon as possible, top up the AdBlue®.
You can add up to 10 litres of AdBlue®to its tank.
Flashing,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range.
The driving range is less than
60 miles (100 km). You must refuel AdBlue®to avoid running out.
You can add up to 10 litres of AdBlue®to its tank.
Flashing,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
that starting is
prevented.
The AdBlue®tank is empty: the
starting inhibition system required
by legislation prevents starting of
the engine.
To be able to start the engine, you must top up the
AdBlue®.
It is essential to add at least 4 litres of AdBlue®to its
tank.