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Practical information -> Free-wheeling for Your Peugeot 2008 SUV Second Generation (2019-2025)

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Important: in the event of a top-up after  
► With an AdBlue® pump: insert the nozzle and  
fill the tank until the nozzle automatically cuts  
out.  
To release them  
a breakdown because of a lack of  
AdBlue, it is essential to wait around 5  
minutes before switching on the ignition,  
without opening the driver’s door,  
unlocking the vehicle, inserting the key  
into the ignition switch, or bringing the  
key for the "Keyless Entry and Starting"  
system into the passenger compartment.  
Switch on the ignition, then wait for 10  
seconds before starting the engine.  
► With the engine running and while depressing  
the brake pedal, move the gear selector to the  
neutral position.  
► While depressing the brake pedal, switch off  
the ignition.  
► Release the brake pedal, then switch on the  
ignition again.  
► While depressing the brake pedal, press the  
control to release the parking brake.  
► Release the brake pedal, then switch off the  
ignition.  
In order not to overfill the AdBlue® tank:  
– Add between 10 and 13 litres using  
AdBlue® containers.  
– Stop after the nozzle’s first automatic cut-  
out, if you are refilling at a service station.  
The system only registers AdBlue® top-ups of  
5 litres or more.  
► Switch off the ignition and remove the key  
from the switch to switch off the engine.  
or  
► With Keyless Entry and Starting, press the  
"START/STOP" button to switch off the engine.  
If the AdBlue® tank is completely empty  
– which is confirmed by the message  
“Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible” – it is  
essential to add at least 5 litres.  
Reverting to normal operation  
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the  
engine.  
With EAT8 automatic  
gearbox and manual parking  
Free-wheeling  
In certain situations, it is necessary to put the  
vehicle into free-wheeling mode (e.g. towing, on  
a rolling road, automatic car wash (Wash mode),  
rail or sea transport).  
brake  
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Release procedure  
The procedure varies according to the type of  
gearbox and parking brake.  
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine  
running, select mode N and switch off the  
ignition.  
With manual or EAT6  
automatic gearbox and  
electric parking brake  
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► Turn the blue cap of the AdBlue® tank anti-  
clockwise and remove it.  
► With a container of AdBlue®: after checking  
the expiry date, read the instructions on the  
label carefully before pouring the contents of the  
container into the vehicle's AdBlue tank.  
Within 5 seconds:  
► Switch on the ignition again.  
► While depressing the brake pedal, move the  
push selector forwards or backwards to confirm  
mode N.  
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► Switch off the ignition.  
Reverting to normal operation  
the vehicle (particularly when cleaning areas  
containing chipped paint, sensors or seals).  
Promptly clean up any stains containing  
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's  
paintwork (including tree resin, bird  
droppings, insect secretions, pollen and tar).  
Depending on the environment, clean the  
vehicle frequently to remove salty deposits  
(in coastal areas), soot (in industrial areas)  
and mud/salts (in wet or cold areas). These  
substances can be highly corrosive.  
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop for advice on removing stubborn  
stains requiring special products (such as tar  
or insect removers).  
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If the 5-second time limit is exceeded, the  
gearbox engages mode P; it is then necessary to  
restart the procedure.  
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the  
engine.  
Keyless Entry and Starting  
Reverting to normal operation  
You must not depress the brake pedal  
while switching the ignition on again, then  
switching it off. If you do, the engine will start,  
requiring you to restart the procedure.  
► Press button P on the selector.  
With EAT8 automatic  
gearbox or drive selector  
and electric parking brake  
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Advice on care and  
maintenance  
Release procedure  
General recommendations  
Observe the following recommendations to avoid  
damaging the vehicle.  
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed  
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine  
running, select mode N and switch off the  
ignition.  
Within 5 seconds:  
Exterior  
Interior  
► Switch on the ignition again.  
► While depressing the brake pedal, move the  
push selector forwards or backwards to confirm  
mode N.  
► While depressing the brake pedal, press the  
control to release the parking brake.  
► Release the brake pedal, switch off the  
ignition.  
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in  
the engine compartment - risk of  
damaging the electrical components!  
Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or  
extremely cold conditions.  
When washing the vehicle, never use a  
water hose or high-pressure jet to clean  
the interior.  
Liquids carried in cups or other open  
containers can spill, presenting a risk of  
damage to the instruments and controls and  
the controls located on the centre console. Be  
vigilant!  
When washing the vehicle in an  
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure  
to lock the doors and, depending on version,  
move the electronic key away.  
When using a pressure washer, keep the jet  
nozzle at a minimum distance of 30 cm from  
If the 5-second time limit is exceeded, the  
gearbox engages mode P; it is then necessary to  
restart the procedure.  
To clean instrument panels, touch screens  
or other displays, wipe gently with a soft,  
dry cloth. Do not use products (e.g. alcohol,  
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disinfectant) or soapy water directly on these  
surfaces - risk of damage!  
Use a high-flow hose (temperature  
between 25°C and 40°C).  
Place the jet of water perpendicular to the  
surface to be cleaned.  
Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.  
Bodywork  
High-gloss paint  
Leather  
Do not use abrasive products, solvents,  
petrol or oil to clean the bodywork.  
Never use an abrasive sponge to clean  
stubborn stains - risk of scratching the  
paintwork!  
Leather is a natural product. Appropriate regular  
care is essential for its durability.  
It must be protected and nourished using a  
specific leather product, to keep it supple and  
preserve its original appearance.  
Do not apply polish in strong sunshine, or to  
plastic or rubber parts.  
Do not clean leather using unsuitable  
cleaning agents such as solvents,  
Use a soft cloth and soapy water or a pH  
neutral product.  
Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean  
microfibre cloth.  
detergents, petrol or pure alcohol.  
When cleaning items partly made from  
leather, take care not to damage the other  
materials with the specific leather product.  
Apply polish with the vehicle clean and dry.  
Comply with the instructions for use stated on  
the product.  
Before cleaning greasy stains or liquids,  
quickly mop up any surplus.  
Before cleaning, wipe off any residues liable  
to scuff the leather, using a cloth that has  
been dampened with demineralised water  
and thoroughly wrung out.  
Clean leather using a soft cloth moistened  
with soapy water or a pH-neutral product.  
Dry with a soft, dry cloth.  
Decals  
(Depending on version)  
Do not use a high-pressure washer to  
clean the vehicle - risk of damaging or  
detaching the decals!  
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