Peugeot 508 Hybrid Dag (2012.5). Instruction

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Child safety

The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack
relative to the child's body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat
belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened
correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the child seat firmly on the seat of your
vehicle. If your passenger seat is adjustable,
move it forwards if necessary.
For optimum installation of the "forwards-
facing" child seat, ensure that the back of
the child seat is in contact with the back of
the vehicle's seat and that the head restraint
does not cause any discomfort.
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached securely
to prevent it from being thrown around the
vehicle in the event of sharp braking.

Advice on child seats

As a safety precaution, do not leave:
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a child or children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,

a child or an animal in a vehicle which
is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,

- the

keys within reach of children inside

the vehicle.

To prevent accidental opening of the doors
and rear windows, use the "Child lock".
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.

Children under the age of 10 must not travel
in the "forwards-facing" position on the front
passenger seat, unless the rear seats are
already occupied by other children, cannot
be used or are absent.
Deactivate the passenger airbag when a
"rearwards-facing" child seat is installed on
the front seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag were
to inflate.

Installing a booster seat

The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
PEUGEOT recommends the use of a booster
seat which has a back, fitted with a seat belt
guide at shoulder level.

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Your vehicle has been approved in accordance
with the latest ISOFIX regulations .
The seats, represented below, are fitted with
regulation ISOFIX mountings.

"ISOFIX" mountings

There are three rings for each seat.
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Two rings A , located between the vehicle
seat back and cushion, indicated by a label.

  This ISOFIX mounting system provides fast,
reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in your
vehicle.
The  ISOFIX child seats are fitted with two
latches which are easily secured on the two
rings A.
Some also have an upper strap which is
attached to ring  B.

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The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
protection in the event of an accident.

For information regarding the ISOFIX child
seats which can be installed in your vehicle,
refer to the table showing the locations for
installing ISOFIX child seats.

- A

ring

B, behind the seat, referred to as the

TOP TETHER for fixing the upper strap.

To attach this strap, raise the vehicle seat's
head restraint then pass the hook between its
rods. Then fix the hook on ring B and tighten
the upper strap.

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ISOFIX child seat

This child seat can also be used on seats which are not fitted with ISOFIX mountings. In this case, it must be attached to the vehicle seat using
the three point seat belt.
Follow the instructions for fitting the child seat given in the seat manufacturer's installation guide.

Recommended by PEUGEOT and approved for your vehicle

RÖMER Duo Plus ISOFIX

(size category B1)

Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg

Installed only in the forwards-facing position.

Fitted with an upper strap to be secured on the upper ring B, referred to as the TOP TETHER.

Three seat body angles: sitting, reclining, lying.

Adjust the front seat of the vehicle so that the child's feet do not touch the back of the seat.

Can be installed forwards-facing by attaching it to the seat using a three-point seat belt .

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Locations for installing ISOFIX child seats

In accordance with European Regulations, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on seats in the vehicle fitted with ISOFIX
mountings.
In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, the ISOFIX size category, determined by a letter from A to G , is indicated on the child
seat next to the ISOFIX logo.

Weight of the child / indicative age

Less than 10 kg

(group 0)

Up to approx.

6 months

Less than 10 kg

(group 0)

Less than 13 kg

(group 0+)

Up to approx. 1 year

From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)

From approx. 1 to 3 years

Type of ISOFIX child seat

Shell

"rearwards-facing"

"forwards-facing"

ISOFIX size category

Front passenger seat

Non Isofix

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Outer rear seats

IL-SU

IUF

IL-SU

Centre rear seat

Non Isofix

Outer rear seats

IL-SU

IUF

IL-SU

Centre rear seat

Non Isofix

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IUF: seat suitable for the installation of an Isofix U niversal seat, "F orwards-facing" secured using the top belt.
IL-SU: seat suitable for the installation of an I sofix S emi-U niversal seat either:
   -  "rearwards-facing" fitted with a top belt or a stay,
  -  "forwards-facing" fitted with a stay,
  -

a shell seat fitted with an upper strap or a stay.

For advice on securing of the top belt, refer to the paragraph "Isofix mountings".
X: seat not suitable for the installation of a child seat or shell for the weight group indicated.

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Electric child lock

Switching on

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With the ignition on, press this button.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on,
accompanied by a message to confirm that the
child lock is on.
This indicator lamp remains on until the child
lock is switched off.
It is still possible to open the doors from the
outside and operate the rear electric windows
from the driver's control panel.

Switching off

)

With the ignition on, press this button

again.

The indicator lamp in the button goes off,
accompanied by a message to confirm that the
child lock is off.
This indicator lamp remains off while the child
lock is switched off.

Any other status of the indicator lamp
indicates a fault with the electric child
lock.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.

This system is independent and in no
circumstances does it take the place of
the central locking control.
Check the status of the child lock each
time you switch on the ignition.
Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle, even for a
short time.
In the event of a serious impact, the
electric child lock is switched off
automatically to permit the exit of the
rear passengers.

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Direction indicators

)

Lower the lighting control stalk fully when
moving to the left.

)

Raise the lighting control stalk fully when
moving to the right.

"Motorway" function

Move the stalk briefly upwards or downwards,
without going beyond the point of resistance ;
the corresponding direction indicators will flash
3 times.

If you forget to cancel the direction
indicators for more than twenty
seconds, the volume of the audible
signal will increase if the speed is above
40 mph (60 km/h).

Hazard warning lamps

Press the button, the direction indicators flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.

Automatic operation of

hazard warning lamps

When braking in an emergency, depending on
the rate of deceleration, as well as when the
ABS regulation is invoked or in the event of an
impact, the hazard warning lamps come on
automatically.
They switch off automatically the first time you
accelerate.
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You can also switch them off by pressing

the button.

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Horn

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Press the central part of the multifunction
steering wheel.

Audible warning system to alert other road
users to an imminent danger.

Use the horn moderately and only in the
following circumstances:
-

immediate danger,

- approaching a location lacking

visibility.

Emergency or

assistance call

This system allows you to make an emergency
or assistance call to the emergency services or
to the dedicated PEUGEOT service.

For more information on the use of
this function, refer to the "Audio and
telematics" section.

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Tyre under-infl ation detection

Sensors fitted in each valve trigger a warning in
the event of malfunction (speed above 12 mph
(20 km/h)).
The spare wheel is not fitted with a sensor.

All repairs and changing of tyres on a
wheel fitted with this system must be
carried out by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If, when changing a tyre, you install a
wheel which is not detected by your
vehicle (example: fitting of snow tyres),
you must have the system reinitialised
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

This message is also displayed when
one of the wheels is away from the
vehicle (being repaired) or when one or
more wheels without a sensor are fitted.

The tyre under-inflation detection
system is an aid to driving which does
not replace the need for the driver to be
vigilant or to drive responsibly.

This system does not avoid the need
to have the tyre pressures checked
regularly (refer to "Identification
markings") to ensure that the optimum
dynamic performance of the vehicle
is maintained and prevent premature
wear of the tyres, particularly in arduous
driving conditions (heavy load, high
speed).
The tyre pressures must be checked
cold, at least once a month. Remember
to check the pressure of the spare
wheel.
The tyre under-inflation detection
system may experience temporary
interference due to electromagnetic
signals on a frequency close to that
used by the system.

A message appears in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by an audible signal, to
identify the wheel concerned.

Under-infl ated tyre

This warning lamp and
the STOP warning lamp
come on, accompanied by

an audible signal and a message in the instrument
panel screen identifying the wheel concerned.
)

Stop immediately, avoiding any sudden

movement of the steering wheel and the
brakes.

)

Change the damaged wheel (punctured

or very deflated tyre), and have the tyre
pressure checked as soon as possible.

Puncture

A message appears in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by an audible signal,
to identify the wheel or wheels which are not
detected or to indicate a fault in the system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to replace the faulty sensor(s).

Sensor(s) not detected or faulty

)

Check the tyre pressures as soon as
possible.

This check must be carried out when the tyres
are cold.

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Electronic Stability Programme (ESC:
Electronic Stability Control) incorporating the
following systems:
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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 dynamic 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
particular 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 stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in the effectiveness of the braking.

Anti-skid 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 driving
wheels and on the engine. It also improves
the directional stability of the vehicle on
acceleration.

Dynamic stability control (DSC)

If there is a difference between the path
followed by the vehicle and that required by
the 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
of physics.

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Snow driving assistance

(Intelligent Traction Control)

Your vehicle has a system to help driving on
snow: Intelligent Traction Control.
This automatic system continuously checks
for situations of difficult surface adhesion that
could make it difficult to move off or make
progress on deep fresh snow or compacted
snow.
In these situations, Intelligent Traction
Control limits the amount of wheel slip to
provide the best traction and trajectory control.
In extremely severe conditions (deep snow,
mud…), it can be useful to temporarily
deactivate the dynamic stability control and
wheel anti-slip systems to allow a degree of
wheel spin and so recover grip.
It is recommended that the system be
reactivated as soon as possible.
Snow tyres are strongly recommended on
surfaces offering low levels of adhesion.

Operation

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

and electronic brake force

distribution (EBFD)

In emergency braking, press
very firmly without releasing the
pressure.

When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
make sure that these are approved for
your vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal.

When this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, it indicates that
there is a fault with the ABS, which

could cause loss of control of the vehicle when
braking.

When this warning lamp comes on,
coupled with the STOP warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, it indicates that

there is a fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD), which could cause loss of
control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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Dynamic stability control (DSC)

Activation

This system is activated automatically each
time the vehicle is started.
It comes into operation in the event of a grip or
trajectory problem.

This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.

Deactivation

In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate
the DSC system, so that the wheels can move
freely and regain grip.

The DSC system offers exceptional
safety in normal driving, but this should
not encourage the driver to take extra
risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of the system
depends on observation of the
manufacturer's recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
the braking components, the electronic
components and the PEUGEOT
assembly and operation procedures.
After an impact, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.

Operating fault

If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the instrument
panel screen, this indicates a fault

with the system.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.

Reactivation

The system is reactivated automatically each
time the ignition is switched back on or from
30 mph (50 km/h).
)

Press the "ESP OFF" button again to

reactivate it manually.

)

Press the "ESP OFF" button.

This warning lamp and the indicator
lamp in the button come on: the
DSC system no longer acts on the
operation of the engine.

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Seat belts

Front seat belts

Rear seat belts

The rear seats are each fitted with a seat belt,
three-point anchorages with inertia reel and
force limiter (except for the centre rear seat).

Fastening

)

Pull the strap, then insert the tongue in the

buckle.

)

Check that the seat belt is fastened

correctly by pulling the strap.

Unfastening

)

Press the red button on the buckle.

)

Guide the seat belt as it reels in.

The front seat belts are fitted with a
pretensioning and force limiting system.
This system improves safety in the front
seats in the event of a front or side impact.
Depending on the severity of the impact, the
pretensioning system instantly tightens the seat
belts against the body of the occupants.
The pretensioning seat belts are active when
the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pressure of the
seat belt on the chest of the occupant, so
improving their protection.

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Front seat belt height adjustment

)

To adjust the anchorage point, squeeze the
control and slide it until you find a notch.

From approximately 12 mph (20 km/h),
the warning lamp(s) flash for two
minutes accompanied by an audible
signal. Once these two minutes have

elapsed, the warning lamp(s) remain on until the
driver or one or more passengers fasten their
seat belt.

Seat belt not fastened /

unfastened warning lamps

1. Front and/or rear seat belts not fastened /

unfastened warning lamp in the instrument
panel.

2.   Front left seat belt warning lamp.
3.   Front right seat belt warning lamp.
4. Rear right seat belt warning lamp.
5. Rear centre seat belt warning lamp.
6.  Rear

left seat belt warning lamp.

Front and rear seat belt warning

lamps

On switching on the ignition, warning
lamp 1 comes on in the instrument
panel and the corresponding warning
lamp (2 to 6) comes on in red in the

passenger's seat belt and front airbag warning
lamp display if the corresponding seat belt is
not fastened or is unfastened.

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The driver must ensure that passengers use
the seat belts correctly and that they are all
restrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for short
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles as
they will not fulfil their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an inertia reel
permitting automatic adjustment of the length
of the strap to your size. The seat belt is
stowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat
belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in the
hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fitted with an automatic
locking device which comes into operation in
the event of a collision, emergency braking
or if the vehicle rolls over. You can release
the device by pulling firmly on the strap and
releasing it so that it reels in slightly.

Recommendations for children

Use a suitable child seat if the passenger is
less than 12 years old or shorter than one
and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more
than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your lap.

In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
- be

tightened as close to the body as

possible,

be pulled in front of you with a smooth
movement, checking that it does not
twist,

be used to restrain only one person,

not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,

not be converted or modified to avoid
affecting its performance.

In accordance with current safety
regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle,
go to a qualified workshop with the skills
and equipment needed, which a PEUGEOT
dealer is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop,
particularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy
water or a textile cleaning product, sold by
PEUGEOT dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned
and reeled in correctly.

In the event of an impact

Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impact , the
pretensioning device may be deployed
before and independently of the airbags.
Deployment of the pretensioners is
accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes
on.
Following an impact, have the seat belts
system checked, and if necessary replaced,
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Airbags

System designed to maximise the safety of the
occupants (with the exception of the rear centre
passenger) in the event of violent collisions.
It supplements the action of the force-limiting
seat belts (with the exception of the rear centre
passenger).
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts
sustained in the impact detection zones:
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in the case of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and protect the
occupants of the vehicle (with the exception
of the rear centre passenger); immediately
after the impact, the airbags deflate rapidly
so that they do not hinder visibility or the
exit of the occupants,

in the case of a minor or rear impact or in
certain roll-over conditions, the airbags
will not be deployed; the seat belt alone is
sufficient to provide optimum protection in
these situations.

The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during the
same or a subsequent accident), the
airbag will not be deployed again.

Deployment of the airbag(s) is
accompanied by a slight emission of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight
irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result
in a slight loss of hearing for a short
time.

Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.

Front airbags

Deployment

The airbags are deployed simultaneously, unless
the passenger's front airbag is deactivated, in the
event of a serious front impact to all or part of the
front impact zone A , in the longitudinal centreline of
the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from
the front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the thorax and
head of the front occupant of the vehicle and the
steering wheel, driver's side, and the dashboard,
passenger's side to cushion their forward
movement.

System which protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a serious front impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and
thorax.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.

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