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2021-2025 Peugeot 308 4 Door In the event of a breakdown User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

In the event of a breakdown for Your Peugeot 308 4 Door 2021-2025

In the event of a breakdown  
For more information on Refuelling and  
on Misfuel prevention (Diesel), refer to  
the corresponding section.  
Assembling and placing the  
triangle  
Warning triangle  
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This reflective and dismantlable device is to be  
installed on the side of the road when a vehicle  
is broken down or damaged.  
► Switch on the ignition (without starting the  
engine).  
► Wait around 1 minute and switch off the  
ignition.  
► Operate the starter motor to start the engine.  
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,  
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.  
Before getting out of the vehicle  
Turn on the hazard warning lamps, then  
put on the safety vest to assemble and install  
the triangle.  
Storage  
Tool kit  
Set of tools supplied with the vehicle.  
Its content depends on your vehicle's equipment:  
– Temporary puncture repair kit.  
– Spare wheel.  
Hatchback  
A compartment is provided in the storage box,  
located under the boot carpet.  
For versions supplied with a triangle as original  
equipment, refer to the illustration above.  
For other versions, refer to the assembly  
instructions provided with the triangle.  
► Put the triangle in place behind the vehicle,  
as required by local legislation.  
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A compartment is provided in the interior trim of  
the tailgate.  
Accessing the tool kit  
The tool kit is stored in the boot, under the floor.  
Running out of fuel  
(Diesel)  
With Diesel engines, the fuel system must be  
primed if you run out of fuel.  
Before starting to prime the system, it is  
essential to put at least 5 litres of Diesel into the  
fuel tank.  
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In the event of a breakdown  
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With temporary puncture repair kit  
Versions with rigid boot floor  
► Open the boot.  
► Lift the rigid boot floor.  
► Attach the floor hook to the upper boot seal.  
Versions with hinged boot carpet  
(Rechargeable hybrid)  
► Open the boot.  
► Unfold the hinged boot carpet by pulling its  
handle until it is fully opened.  
Versions with 2-position boot floor (SW)  
Hatchback  
► Unclip the two fixings to open its cover.  
Tools can also be accessed from the row 2  
seats, by tilting the backrest of the rear bench  
seat.  
With spare wheel  
► Open the boot.  
► Lift the cover using the cord at the back of  
the boot.  
or  
► Place the adjustable boot floor in the high  
position.  
► Lift the adjustable boot floor and engage it in  
the inclined position in the lateral stops to secure  
it in this position.  
These tools are specific to the vehicle  
and may vary according to the level of  
equipment.  
Do not use them for any other purpose.  
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In the event of a breakdown  
The jack must only be used to change a  
wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.  
Do not use any jack other than the one  
supplied with the vehicle.  
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop to obtain the one that was intended  
by the manufacturer.  
For more information on Towing the vehicle  
and using the removable towing eye, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
5. Wheelbrace  
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For removing the wheel bolts.  
6. Jack with integrated handle  
To raise the vehicle.  
7. Wheel bolt cap removal tool (depending on  
equipment)  
With temporary puncture repair kit  
For removing the wheel trim from steel  
wheels or the central bolt cover from alloy  
wheels.  
The jack meets European standards, as  
defined in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/  
CE.  
For more information on the Spare wheel, refer  
to the corresponding section.  
The jack does not require any maintenance.  
Temporary puncture  
repair kit  
List of tools  
4. 12 V compressor with cartridge of sealant  
and speed limit sticker  
For temporary repair of a tyre and to adjust  
the tyre pressure.  
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view  
explanatory videos.  
For more information about the Temporary  
puncture repair kit, refer to the corresponding  
section.  
Made up of a compressor and a sealant  
cartridge, it allows you to carry out a temporary  
repair of the tyre so that you can drive to the  
nearest garage.  
With spare wheel  
1. Chock to immobilise the vehicle (depending  
on equipment)  
It is designed to repair most punctures located  
on the tyre tread.  
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in the  
glove box) (depending on equipment)  
To adapt the wheelbrace to the special  
‘security’ bolts.  
The vehicle's electric system allows the  
connection of the compressor to the 12 V  
power supply for long enough to repair a tyre  
after a puncture.  
3. Removable towing eye  
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Only the 12 V socket located at the front  
of the vehicle can be used to power the  
compressor.  
jacket, etc.) according to the legislation in force  
in the country in which you are driving.  
► Switch the ignition off.  
► Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.  
For more information on the Tool kit,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Tyre inflation pressures are indicated on  
this label.  
For more information on Identification  
markings, particularly this label, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
► Connect the hose from the bottle of sealant  
to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and tighten  
firmly.  
► Check that the compressor switch is in  
position "O".  
► Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under  
the compressor.  
► Connect the pipe from the compressor to the  
bottle of sealant.  
Should the pressure of one or more tyres  
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise  
the under-inflation detection system.  
► Connect the compressor's electric plug to the  
vehicle's 12 V socket.  
For more information on Tyre under-inflation  
detection, refer to the corresponding section.  
► Affix the speed limit sticker.  
Repair procedure  
The speed limit sticker must be affixed  
inside the vehicle in the area close to the  
driver, to remind them that a wheel is in  
temporary use.  
Do not remove any foreign body  
(e.g. nail, screw) which has penetrated  
the tyre.  
► Turn the bottle of sealant over and secure it  
in the notch provided on the compressor.  
► Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be  
repaired, and place it in a clean place.  
► Park the vehicle without obstructing traffic  
and apply the parking brake.  
► Follow the safety instructions (hazard  
warning lamps, warning triangle, high visibility  
► Switch the ignition on.  
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After use, do not discard the bottle into the  
environment; take it to a PEUGEOT dealer or  
an authorised waste disposal site.  
Do not forget to obtain a new bottle of  
sealant, available from a PEUGEOT dealer or  
a qualified workshop.  
Checking/adjusting tyre  
pressures  
The compressor can be used, without injecting  
sealant, to check and, if necessary, adjust the  
tyre pressures.  
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► Switch on the compressor by moving the  
switch to position "I" until the tyre pressure  
reaches 2 bar. The sealant product is injected  
under pressure into the tyre; do not disconnect  
the pipe from the valve during this operation (risk  
of blowback).  
► Remove the valve cap from the tyre and keep  
it in a clean place.  
► Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.  
► Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten  
firmly.  
► Check that the compressor switch is in  
position "O".  
► Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under  
the compressor.  
► Connect the compressor's electric plug to the  
vehicle's 12 V socket.  
► Switch the ignition on.  
► Start the compressor by placing the switch at  
position "I" and adjust the pressure to the value  
shown on the vehicle's tyre pressure label. To  
deflate: press the black button located on the  
compressor pipe, near the valve connection.  
If after approximately 7 minutes, the  
pressure of 2 bar is not reached, this  
indicates that the tyre is not repairable;  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop for assistance.  
► Drive immediately for approximately 3 miles  
(5 kilometres) at reduced speed (between  
12 and 37 mph (20 and 60 km/h)) to plug the  
puncture.  
► Stop to check the repair and the tyre  
pressure using the kit.  
► Move the switch to position "O".  
► Disconnect the compressor's electric plug  
from the vehicle's 12 V socket.  
► Remove the kit.  
► Refit the cap on the valve.  
With a tyre repaired using this type of kit,  
do not exceed a speed of 50 mph  
(80 km/h) and do not drive more than  
50 miles (80 km).  
You must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop to have the repair checked  
and the tyre changed.  
► Remove and store the bottle of sealant.  
If after 7 minutes the pressure of 2 bar is  
not reached, the tyre is damaged;  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop for assistance.  
The sealant product is harmful if  
swallowed and causes irritation to the  
eyes.  
Keep this product out of the reach of children.  
The use-by date of the fluid is marked on the  
bottle.  
► Once the correct pressure is reached, put the  
switch in position "O".  
► Remove the kit and stow it.  
► Refit the cap on the valve.  
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In the event of a breakdown  
To access the spare wheel, first refer to the Tool  
kit section.  
Spare wheel  
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view  
explanatory videos.  
Depending on version, the spare wheel  
may be a standard (steel or aluminium)  
or 'space-saver' wheel.  
For more information on the Tool kit,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Removing the spare wheel  
► Put the spare wheel back in place in its  
housing.  
► Slacken the nut on the bolt by a few turns.  
► Position the fastening device (nut and bolt) in  
the middle of the wheel.  
Accessing the spare wheel  
► Slacken the central nut.  
► Remove the fastening device (nut and bolt).  
► Lift the spare wheel towards you from the  
rear.  
Hatchback  
► Take the wheel out of the boot.  
Hatchback  
Putting the spare wheel back in place  
The punctured wheel cannot be put  
under the boot floor.  
SW  
The spare wheel is stored in the boot, under the  
floor.  
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► Tighten the central nut sufficiently to retain  
the wheel correctly.  
► Put the tool box back in place in the middle of  
the wheel and clip it in place.  
When refitting the wheel, refit the wheel  
trim, starting by placing its aperture in line  
with the valve and then pushing it into place  
all round its edge with the palm of your hand.  
► Place the foot of jack 6 on the ground and  
ensure that it is directly below the front A or  
rear B jacking point on the underbody, whichever  
is closest to the wheel to be changed.  
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Removing a wheel  
Parking the vehicle  
Immobilise the vehicle where it does  
not obstruct traffic: the ground must be level,  
stable and non-slippery.  
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear  
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,  
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch  
off the ignition.  
With an automatic gearbox, select mode P  
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,  
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch  
off the ignition.  
Check that the parking brake indicator lamps  
on the instrument panel are on fixed.  
The occupants must get out of the vehicle  
and wait where they are safe.  
If necessary, place a chock under the wheel  
diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed.  
Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a  
jack; use an axle stand.  
– If the vehicle has steel wheels, remove the  
wheel trim.  
► Extend jack 6 until its head comes into  
contact with jacking point A or B; contact area A  
or B on the vehicle must be properly inserted  
into the central part of the head of the jack.  
► Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient  
space between the wheel and the ground to  
easily admit the spare (not punctured) wheel.  
– If the vehicle has alloy wheels, remove the  
central bolt cover using tool 7.  
– If the vehicle is so equipped, fit security bolt  
socket 2 to wheelbrace 5 to slacken the security  
bolt.  
– Slacken the other bolts using the  
wheelbrace 5 only.  
Ensure that the jack is stable. If the  
ground is slippery or loose, the jack may  
slip or collapse - risk of injury!  
Take care to position the jack strictly at  
one of the jacking points A or B under the  
vehicle, ensuring that the head of the jack is  
centred under the contact area on the vehicle.  
Otherwise, there is a risk of damage to the  
vehicle and/or of the jack collapsing - risk of  
injury!  
Wheel with wheel trim  
When removing the wheel, first remove  
the wheel trim by pulling at the valve aperture  
using the wheelbrace.  
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► Tighten the security bolt using the  
wheelbrace 5 equipped with a security socket 2.  
► Tighten the other bolts using the  
wheelbrace 5 only.  
► Refit the bolt covers to each of the bolts  
(depending on equipment).  
► Fit the wheel on the hub.  
► Remove the bolts and store them in a clean  
place.  
► Remove the wheel.  
► Screw in the bolts by hand as far as possible.  
► Pre-tighten the security bolt using the  
wheelbrace 5 equipped with a security socket 2.  
► Pre-tighten the other bolts using the  
wheelbrace 5 only.  
Fitting a wheel  
► Store the tools.  
Fitting a steel or "space-saver" type  
spare wheel  
After changing a wheel  
The punctured wheel cannot be stored in place  
of the spare wheel. Place it in the boot.  
With a "space-saver" type spare wheel  
If the vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, the  
washers A do not make contact with the steel  
or "space-saver" type spare wheel. The wheel  
is held in place by the conical contact surface  
B of each bolt.  
► Lower the vehicle again fully.  
► Fold jack 6 and remove it.  
Deactivate certain driving aid functions  
(Active Safety Brake, Adaptive cruise control,  
etc.).  
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In the event of a breakdown  
– Full LED technology rear lamps.  
– LED technology rear lamps.  
– Third brake lamp.  
Do not exceed the maximum authorised  
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) or the maximum  
distance of 50 miles (80 km).  
Driving with more than one "space-saver"  
type spare wheel is prohibited.  
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– Number plate lamps.  
Replacement of this type of bulb  
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Do not touch LED or Full LED technology  
headlamps - risk of electrocution!  
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Have the tightening of the spare wheel's bolts  
and its tyre pressure checked.  
The headlamps have polycarbonate  
lenses with a protective coating:  
Have the punctured tyre examined. After  
inspection, the technician will advise you on  
whether the tyre can be repaired or if it must  
be replaced.  
– Do not clean them with a dry or abrasive  
cloth, nor with detergent or solvent  
products.  
– Use a sponge and soapy water or a pH  
neutral product.  
Front lamps  
Model with  
LED technology headlamps  
– When using a high-pressure washer on  
persistent marks, do not keep the lance  
directed towards the headlamps, lamps or  
their edges for too long, so as not to damage  
their protective coating and seals.  
Changing a bulb  
In some weather conditions (e.g. low  
temperature or humidity), misting on the  
internal surface of the glass of the headlamps  
and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear  
after the lamps have been on for a few  
minutes.  
Light-emitting diode (LED)  
headlamps and lamps  
Depending on version, the affected types of  
headlamps/lamps are:  
– "LED" technology headlamps.  
– Full LED technology headlamps.  
– Offset daytime running lamps/sidelamps/  
direction indicators.  
Never look too closely at the light beam  
of LED technology lamps - risk of serious  
eye injury!  
– Direction indicator side repeaters.  
– Side spotlamps.  
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Model with Full LED 3D lamps  
2. Dipped beam/main beam headlamps  
3. Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps/Direction  
indicators  
Rear lamps  
Model with LED lamps  
1. Main beam headlamps  
2. Dipped beam headlamps  
3. Direction indicators  
1. Direction indicators (LED)  
2. Brake lamps/sidelamps (LED)  
3. Sidelamps (LED)  
4. Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps  
4. Foglamps (P21W)  
5. Reversing lamps (W16W)  
Model with Peugeot Matrix LED  
Technology 2.0 headlamps  
Reversing lamps/Foglamps  
These bulbs are replaced from outside the rear  
bumper.  
1. Dipped beam/main beam headlamps with  
Matrix Beam function  
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Wash your hands afterwards.  
► Remove the fixing screw(s) from the access  
flap located under the bumper using a Torx  
screwdriver.  
► Unclip the access flap.  
► Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn and  
remove it.  
► For the foglamp: turn the bulb a quarter turn  
and replace it.  
► For the reversing lamp: pull out the bulb and  
replace it.  
PEUGEOT accepts no responsibility for  
the cost incurred in repairing the vehicle  
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting from  
the installation of accessories not supplied or  
not recommended by PEUGEOT and not  
installed in accordance with its  
recommendations, in particular when the  
combined power consumption of all of the  
additional equipment connected exceeds 10  
milliamperes.  
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Electronic control units/LED  
technology headlamps  
Never connect the negative jump lead to the  
metal part of the electronic control units or at  
the back of the headlamps.  
Risk of destroying the electronic control  
units and/or headlamps!  
Connect to the remote earth point provided  
for this purpose.  
When changing the bulb within a few  
minutes of switching off the ignition, take  
care not to touch the exhaust - risk of burns!  
12 V battery/Accessory  
batteries  
Frozen battery  
Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk  
of explosion!  
If the battery has frozen, have it checked by a  
PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified workshop,  
who will verify that the internal components  
have not been damaged and that the case  
has not cracked, which could lead to a risk of  
leakage of toxic and corrosive acid.  
Fuses  
Lead-acid starter batteries  
Changing a fuse  
These batteries contain harmful  
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).  
They must be disposed of in accordance  
with regulations and must never under any  
circumstances be discarded with household  
waste.  
All work must be carried out only by a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop  
The replacement of a fuse by a third party  
could cause a serious malfunction of the  
vehicle.  
Automatic gearbox  
Never try to start the engine by pushing  
the vehicle.  
Dispose of used batteries at a designated  
collection point.  
Installing electrical accessories  
The vehicle's electrical system is  
designed to operate with standard or optional  
equipment.  
Before fitting other electrical equipment  
or accessories to your vehicle, contact a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Protect your eyes and face before  
handling the battery.  
All operations on the battery must be carried  
out in a well ventilated area and away from  
naked flames and sources of sparks, to avoid  
any risk of explosion or fire.  
Symbols  
No sparks or naked flames, no smoking.  
Always protect your eyes. Explosive  
gases can cause blindness and injury.  
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Keep the vehicle's battery out of the reach  
As the battery's negative terminal is not  
accessible, a remote earth point is located near  
the battery.  
of children.  
The vehicle's battery contains sulphuric  
acid which can make you go blind or  
Starting using another battery  
cause severe burns.  
For more information, refer to the  
handbook.  
Explosive gases can be present close to  
the battery.  
If the vehicle's battery is flat, the engine can be  
started using a backup battery (either external or  
from another vehicle) and jump leads or using a  
battery booster.  
► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the  
vehicle has one.  
► Connect the red cable to the (+) terminal of  
flat battery A (at the metal elbow), then to the  
(+) terminal of the backup battery B or of the  
booster.  
► Connect one end of the green or black cable  
to the (-) terminal of the backup battery B or of  
the booster (or to an earth point on the assisting  
vehicle).  
► Connect the other end of the green or black  
cable to the earth point C.  
► Start the engine on the assisting vehicle and  
leave it running for a few minutes.  
► Operate the starter on the broken down  
vehicle and let the engine run.  
If the engine does not start immediately, switch  
off the ignition and wait a few moments before  
trying again.  
Never start the engine by connecting a  
battery charger.  
With petrol/Diesel engines  
Procedure for starting the engine using another  
battery or for charging a discharged battery.  
Never use a 24 V or higher battery booster.  
Check beforehand that the backup battery  
has a nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity  
at least equal to that of the discharged  
battery.  
The two vehicles must not be in contact with  
each other.  
Switch off all electricity-consuming equipment  
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,  
lighting, etc.).  
Make sure that the jump leads are well away  
from the engine’s moving parts (fan, belt,  
etc.).  
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while the  
engine is running.  
Accessing the battery  
The battery is located under the bonnet.  
For access to the (+) terminal:  
► Release the bonnet by pulling the internal  
release lever, then the external safety catch.  
► Raise the bonnet.  
(+) Positive terminal with a quick-release  
terminal.  
► Wait for it to return to idle.  
► Disconnect the jump leads in reverse order.  
► Refit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if  
the vehicle has one.  
(-) Negative terminal.  
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► Allow the engine to run for at least  
30 minutes, with the vehicle stationary, so that  
the battery reaches an adequate state of charge.  
It is not necessary to disconnect the  
battery.  
If this label is present, use only a 12 V  
charger to avoid causing irreversible  
damage to the electrical components.  
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► Switch the ignition off.  
► Switch off all electrical consumers (audio  
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).  
Driving immediately without having  
reached a sufficient level of charge may  
affect some of the vehicle's functions (e.g.  
Stop & Start).  
24V  
12V  
Charging the battery using a battery  
charger  
For optimum service life of the battery, it is  
essential to maintain an adequate state of  
charge.  
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to  
charge the battery:  
– When using the vehicle mainly for short  
journeys.  
Disconnecting/reconnecting the  
battery  
In order to maintain an adequate state of  
charge for starting the engine, we recommend  
disconnecting the battery if the vehicle is to be  
unused for an extended period.  
Before disconnecting the battery:  
► Close all openings (doors, boot, windows,  
roof).  
► Switch off charger B before connecting  
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any  
dangerous sparks.  
► Ensure that the charger cables are in good  
condition.  
– If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for  
several weeks.  
► Switch off all electricity-consuming devices  
(audio system, wipers, lamps, etc.).  
► Switch off the ignition and wait for 4 minutes.  
After accessing the battery, it is only necessary  
to disconnect the (+) terminal.  
► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the  
vehicle has one.  
► Connect the cables of charger B as follows:  
• the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal  
of battery A,  
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
To charge the vehicle's battery yourself,  
use only a charger compatible with  
lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage of  
12 V.  
• the negative (-) black cable to earth point C  
on the vehicle.  
► At the end of the charging operation, switch  
off charger B before disconnecting the cables  
from battery A.  
Follow the instructions provided by the  
manufacturer of the charger.  
Never reverse polarities.  
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Quick-release terminal clamp  
Disconnecting the (+) terminal  
► Push clamp B fully down.  
Jump-starting another vehicle  
Do not start or jump-start another vehicle  
using the vehicle’s accessory batteries.  
► Lower lever A to lock clamp B.  
► Depending on equipment, lower the plastic  
cover on the (+) terminal.  
Do not force the lever when pressing on  
it, as if the clamp is not positioned  
correctly, locking will then not be possible.  
Start the procedure again.  
Accessing the accessory batteries  
Front  
The front battery is located under the bonnet.  
The Stop & Start system may not be  
operational during the trip following the  
first engine start.  
In this case, the system will only be available  
again after a continuous period with the  
vehicle immobilised, the duration of which  
depends on the exterior temperature and the  
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8  
hours).  
► Depending on equipment, lift the plastic cover  
on the (+) terminal.  
► Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.  
► Remove clamp B by lifting it off.  
For access to the (+) terminal:  
► Release the bonnet by pulling the internal  
release lever, then the external safety catch.  
► Raise the bonnet.  
(+) Positive terminal with a quick-release  
terminal.  
Reconnecting the (+) terminal  
With Rechargeable hybrid  
engines  
The rechargeable hybrid system has two  
accessory batteries: one at the front and one at  
the centre of the vehicle.  
(-) Negative terminal.  
As the battery's negative terminal is not  
accessible, a remote earth point is located near  
the battery.  
Replacing the accessory batteries  
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Central  
The central battery is located in the front armrest  
storage compartment.  
► Raise lever A fully.  
To reach the battery:  
► Refit open clamp B on the (+) terminal.  
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To charge the vehicle's front battery  
yourself, use only a charger compatible  
with lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage  
of 12 V.  
► Switch off charger B before connecting  
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any  
dangerous sparks.  
► Ensure that the charger cables are in good  
condition.  
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► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the  
vehicle has one.  
► Connect the cables of charger B as follows:  
• Positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal on  
battery A.  
• Negative (-) black cable to earth point C on  
the vehicle.  
► At the end of the charging operation, switch  
off charger B before disconnecting the cables  
from battery A.  
► Open the front armrest.  
Follow the instructions provided by the  
manufacturer of the charger.  
Never reverse polarities.  
► Unclip the compartment's floor.  
(+) Positive terminal, protected by a red plastic  
cover (not accessible).  
(-) Negative terminal with a black quick-release  
connector.  
It is not necessary to disconnect the  
battery.  
Disconnecting/reconnecting the  
accessory batteries  
Procedure for disconnecting/reconnecting the  
accessory batteries in the event of long-term  
immobilisation of the vehicle.  
Charging the front battery using a  
battery charger  
For optimum service life of the front battery, it  
is essential to maintain an adequate state of  
charge.  
► Switch the ignition off.  
► Switch off all electrical consumers (audio  
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).  
Before disconnecting the accessory batteries:  
► Open the driver's door.  
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to  
charge the front battery:  
– When using the vehicle mainly for short  
journeys.  
– If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for  
several weeks.  
► Close all other doors.  
► Switch off all electrical consumers (audio  
system, wipers, lamps, etc.).  
► Switch off the ignition and wait for the  
READY indicator lamp to go out.  
► Observe a waiting time of 4 minutes.  
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Never reverse the order of the steps for  
disconnecting and reconnecting the  
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In the event of a breakdown  
accessory batteries - risk of irreversible  
damage!  
– Remote control key or electronic key  
(depending on version).  
– Sunroof.  
– Electric windows.  
– Date and time.  
– Preset radio stations.  
After reconnecting the battery, the  
message "Collision risk detection  
system fault" is displayed on the instrument  
panel when the ignition is switched on. This  
operation is perfectly normal. The message  
will disappear while driving.  
Disconnection  
Central battery:  
► Connect the (+) terminal by connecting the  
red quick-release clamp:  
• Raise lever A fully.  
► Disconnect the (-) terminal using the black  
quick-release connector.  
Front battery:  
Towing the vehicle  
• Refit open clamp B on the (+) terminal.  
• Push clamp B fully down.  
General recommendations  
Observe the legislation in force in the  
country where you are driving.  
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is  
higher than that of the towed vehicle.  
The driver must remain at the wheel of the  
towed vehicle and must have a valid driving  
licence.  
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on  
the ground, always use an approved towing  
arm; rope and straps are prohibited.  
The towing vehicle must move off gently.  
When the vehicle is towed with its engine  
off, there is no longer braking and steering  
assistance.  
• Lower lever A to lock clamp B.  
Central battery:  
► Connect the (-) terminal using the black  
quick-release connector.  
Following reconnection  
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the  
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the  
engine, to enable the electronic systems to  
initialise.  
► Disconnect the (+) terminal by disconnecting  
the red quick-release clamp:  
• Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.  
• Remove clamp B by lifting it off.  
If minor problems nevertheless persist following  
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise  
certain equipment:  
Reconnection  
Front battery:  
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In the event of a breakdown  
A professional towing service must be  
called if:  
– Broken down on a motorway or main road.  
– Not possible to put the gearbox into neutral,  
unlock the steering, or release the parking  
brake.  
– Towing with only two wheels on the ground.  
– Four-wheel drive vehicle.  
– No approved towbar available.  
N, then switch off the hybrid system (READY  
indicator lamp off).  
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Always call on professionals for recovery of  
the vehicle on a flatbed lorry or trailer.  
Use the towing eye only to free the vehicle  
if it is stuck, or to secure it for recovery on a  
flatbed lorry or trailer.  
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles  
Before any intervention, with the ignition  
on, depress the brake pedal and select mode  
– Not possible to tow a vehicle with an  
automatic gearbox, with the engine running.  
Towing constraints  
Type of vehicle  
(engine/gearbox)  
Front wheels on the  
ground  
Rear wheels on the  
ground  
Flatbed  
4 wheels on the ground  
with towbar  
Internal combustion/Manual  
Internal combustion/Automatic  
Hybrid 2WD  
2WD: 2-wheel drive.  
In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a professional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).  
Accessing the tools  
For more information on accessing the Tool kit,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
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In the event of a breakdown  
► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both  
vehicles.  
► Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a  
short distance.  
► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both  
vehicles.  
► Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a  
short distance.  
Towing your vehicle  
To access the front screw thread:  
Towing another vehicle  
To access the rear screw thread:  
► Unclip the cover by pressing at its top left-  
hand corner.  
► Release the cover downwards.  
To be towed:  
► Screw the towing eye in fully.  
► Install the towbar.  
► Put the gearbox into neutral.  
Failure to observe this instruction could  
result in damage to certain components  
(braking, transmission, etc.) and to the  
absence of braking assistance the next time  
the engine is started.  
► Unclip the cover by pressing at its top left-  
hand corner.  
► Pull the cover downwards.  
To tow:  
► Screw the towing eye in fully.  
► Install the towbar.  
Automatic gearbox  
Never tow the vehicle with the driving  
wheels on the ground and the engine off.  
► Unlock the steering and release the parking  
brake.  
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