Get Lighting and visibility Guide for Peugeot 408 4 Door Second Generation (2022-2026)

Lighting and visibility

In "AUTO" and sidelamps mode, pull the lighting

control stalk to switch the main beam headlamps

on directly ("headlamp flash").

Switching off of the lighting when the

ignition is switched off

When the ignition is switched off, all of

the lamps turn off immediately, except for

the dipped beam headlamps if automatic

guideme- home lighting is activated.

Exterior lighting control

stalk

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Display

Illumination of the corresponding indicator lamp

on the instrument panel confirms that the

selected lighting is on.

Main lighting

A fault with a lamp is signalled by the

permanent illumination of this warning

lamp, accompanied by the display of

a message and an audible signal.

Switching on the lamps after switching

off the ignition

To reactivate the lighting control, rotate

the ring, to the "AUTO" position, then to

the desired position. If the driver's door is

opened, a temporary audible signal warns the

driver that the lamps are on. They will go

off automatically after a period of time that

depends on the level of charge in the battery

(entering energy economy mode).

Rear foglamps

They only work if the dipped or main

beam headlamps are on.

Automatic illumination of lamps/

daytime running lamps

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.

Sidelamps only

Dipped or main beam headlamps

► Rotate the ring forwards/backwards to turn

them on/off.

Headlamp dipping

When the lighting is switched off automatically

("AUTO" position) the foglamps and the dipped

beam headlamps remain on.

Never look too closely at the light beam of

LED technology lamps - risk of serious eye

injury!

Switching on the foglamps is prohibited

in clear weather or in rain, both day and

night. In these situations, the power of their

beams may dazzle other drivers. They must

only be used in fog or falling snow (rules may

vary depending on country).

► Pull the lighting control stalk to switch

between dipped and main beam headlamps.

Do not forget to switch off the foglamps when

they are no longer necessary.

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This is confirmed by an audible signal and the

lighting of the corresponding direction indicator

lamp on the instrument panel.

Travelling abroad

Direction indicators

Vehicles equipped with Upper headlamps :

if using your vehicle in a country that drives

on the other side of the road, Adaptive

Frontlight System should be deactivated on

the touch screen to avoid dazzling oncoming

drivers.

► To switch off the parking lamps, return the

lighting control stalk to the central position.

Headlamp beam height

adjustment

Daytime running lamps/

Sidelamps

Manual headlamp

adjustment

► Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control

stalk, beyond the point of resistance.

These LED lamps at the front of the vehicle light

up automatically when the engine starts.

They perform the following functions:

If you keep the direction indicators on for

more than 20 seconds, the volume of the

audible signal will increase if the speed is

above 50 mph (80 km/h).

► Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk

at position "AUTO" with adequate ambient

light).

► Sidelamps (lighting control stalk at position

"AUTO" with low ambient light or "Sidelamps

only" or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").

Three flashes

► Press briefly upwards or downwards, without

going beyond the point of resistance; the

direction indicators will flash 3 times.

To avoid dazzling other road users, the height

of the headlamp beams must be adjusted

according to the load in the vehicle.

In daytime running lamps mode, the light-

emitting diodes are brighter.

The brightness of the daytime running lamps is

reduced when the direction indicators are on.

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(Initial setting)

Driver only or driver + front passenger

5 people

5 people + load in the boot

Driver only + load in the boot

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2

3

Parking lamps

(Depending on version)

Vehicle side marking by lighting the sidelamps

on the traffic side only.

4 5 6 Not used

Automatic Peugeot Matrix

LED headlamp adjustment

► Within one minute after switching off the

ignition, operate the lighting control stalk

upwards or downwards, depending on the

side of the traffic (e.g. when parking on the

right, push the lighting control stalk down to

light up on the left).

This system automatically adjusts the height of

the headlamp beams according to the load in the

vehicle.

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Lighting and visibility

Manual

In the event of a malfunction, this

warning lamp lights up on the

instrument panel, accompanied by the

display of a message and an audible

signal.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor

located at the top centre of the windscreen

behind the interior rear view mirror; the

associated functions would no longer be

controlled.

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The system places the headlamp beams in the

lowest position.

Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a

qualified workshop.

In fog or snow, the rain/sunshine sensor

may detect sufficient light. For this reason,

the lighting will not come on automatically.

► With the ignition off, pull the lighting control

stalk toward you ("headlamp flash") to

activate/ deactivate the function.

Do not touch the Peugeot Pixel LED

headlamps - risk of electrocution!

The inner surface of the windscreen may

become misted up and affect the proper

operation of the rain/sunshine sensor.

In humid and cold weather, demist the

windscreen regularly.

Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off

automatically after a period of time.

Automatic illumination of

lamps

Welcome lighting

When the vehicle is unlocked in low light

conditions and the "Automatic illumination of

headlamps" function is activated, this system

automatically switches on:

With the lighting control stalk in the “AUTO”

position and if a low level of exterior brightness

is detected by the rain/sunshine sensor, the

sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are

switched on automatically, without any action on

the part of the driver. They may also come on if

rain is detected, at the same time as automatic

operation of the windscreen wipers.

Guide-me-home and

welcome lighting

► On the outside, sidelamps, dipped beam

headlamps and door mirror spotlamps.

Guide-me-home lighting

Automatic

► Inside, courtesy lamps and footwell lighting.

With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the

"AUTO” position and when the light is poor, the

dipped beam headlamps come on automatically

when the ignition is switched off.

As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient

level or after the windscreen wipers are switched

off, the lamps are switched off automatically.

Door mirror spotlamps

(Depending on version) These spotlamps

facilitate access to the vehicle by lighting the

ground near the front doors.

Malfunction

You can activate/deactivate and

adjust the duration of the guide-me-

home lighting in the Settings >

Vehicle touch screen application.

In the event of a malfunction of the

rain/ sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s

lamps come on and this warning lamp

is displayed on the instrument panel,

accompanied by an audible signal

and/or the display of a message.

The spotlamps come on automatically:

► when the vehicle is unlocked.

► when a door is opened.

► when a request to locate the vehicle is

received from the remote control.

Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a

qualified workshop.

They also come on with the welcome lighting

and guide-me-home lighting functions.

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They go off automatically after 30 seconds.

Maintenance

Clean the windscreen regularly,

particularly the area in front of the camera.

The internal surface of the windscreen can

also become misted around the camera.

In humid and cold weather, demist the

windscreen regularly.

Do not allow snow to accumulate on the

bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could

obstruct the camera.

Automatic lighting

systems - General

recommendations

The automatic lighting systems use a detection

camera, located at the top of the windscreen.

Operating limits

The system may be disrupted or not work

correctly:

Automatic headlamp

dipping

► When visibility conditions are poor (e.g.

snowfall, heavy rain).

For more information, refer to

the General recommendations for

automatic lighting systems.

► If the windscreen is dirty, misted-up or

masked (e.g. sticker) in front of the

camera.

This system is a driving aid.

The driver remains responsible for the

vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the

prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions,

and for compliance with driving and vehicle

regulations.

► If the vehicle is facing highly reflective

signs or safety barrier reflectors.

This system automatically changes between

main and dipped beam headlamps, according

to the brightness and driving conditions, using a

camera located at the top of the windscreen.

The system is not able to detect:

► Road users that do not have their own

lighting, such as pedestrians.

The system becomes operational when

the vehicle exceeds 28 mph (45km/h)

When the speed falls below 22 mph (35

km/h), the function is no longer operational.

► Vehicles with hidden lighting (e.g.

travelling behind a safety barrier on the

motorway)

► Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep

slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.

Activation/Deactivation

► Activate the function in the

Settings > Vehicle application on

the touch screen.

► Turn the lighting control stalk ring to the

"AUTO" position.

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Pause

When the system detects thick fog, it

temporarily deactivates the function.

The driver remains responsible for the

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vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the

prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions,

and for compliance with driving and vehicle

regulations.

If the situation requires a change of headlamp

beam, the driver can take over at any time.

Operation

► Switch the headlamps manually between

dipped and main beam to pause the function.

If the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam" indicator

lamps were on, the system changes to main

beam.

If the ambient light level is very low and traffic

conditions permit:

The system is active from 25 mph (40

km/h) and deactivates below 12 mph (20

km/h).

► The main beam head-

lamps come on auto-

matically. These indica-

tor lamps light up on the

instrument panel.

If the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator lamps

were on, the system changes to dipped beam.

Activation/Deactivation

► To reactivate the function, once again switch

the headlamps manually between dipped and

main beam.

► Place the ring of the lighting control stalk in

.

the “AUTO” position.

If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or the

traffic conditions do not allow the main beam

headlamps to be lit:

This indicator lamp comes on in the

instrument panel.

Malfunction

If a malfunction occurs with the

system or the camera, this warning

lamp lights up on the instrument

panel, accompanied by an audible

signal and a message.

► The dipped beam head-

lamps remain lit. These

indicator lamps light up

on the instrument pan-

el.

It is configured in the Settings >

Vehicle touch screen application.

The state of the system is stored when the

ignition is switched off.

When deactivated, the lighting system changes

to "Automatic illumination of lamps" mode.

Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a

qualified workshop.

The function is deactivated if the foglamps

are switched on or if the system detects

poor visibility conditions (e.g. fog, heavy rain,

snowfall).

When the foglamps are switched off or when the

visibility conditions become favourable again, the

function is automatically reactivated.

Peugeot Matrix LED

It is recommended that you deactivate the

function in foggy or snowy conditions or in

case of heavy mist.

The function temporarily is deactivated when

the system detects thick fog or when the

foglamps are switched on manually. This is

signalled by the indicator lamp going off on

the instrument panel.

For more information, refer to

the General recommendations for

automatic lighting systems.

This indicator lamp goes out when the

function is deactivated.

Available only on versions equipped with Full

LED headlamps with Matrix Beam function.

This system automatically adapts the main beam

according to the driving conditions, so that

optimum illumination is maintained for the driver,

without causing a nuisance to other road users.

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Oncoming vehicle

"Town" mode

Operation

Using a camera, the system detects the driving

conditions (brightness, lights from oncoming or

followed vehicles, road turns) and adapts the

beams of the main headlamps accordingly.

The modules that make up the main beams

switch on and off gradually, segment by

segment, depending on the driving conditions

detected.

When an oncoming vehicle approaches, only

those lamp segments directed at this vehicle

go off, thereby creating a "tunnel" during the

duration of the approach.

The width of the beam is increased to better

distinguish hazards on the side of the road

(pedestrians, intersections).

By default, the function starts in "Country" mode.

After a few seconds, the function switches to

"Town" mode as long as the speed is below 19

mph (30 km/h).

Nominal main beam lighting is restored as soon

as the vehicle is no longer detected by the

system.

If the system is selected but the

display on the instrument panel and

the alerts are not available, the

indicator lamp comes on in grey.

Entering an illuminated area

At the entrance to an illuminated area (e.g. a

town), the lamp segments are gradually switched

off from the outside to the inside of the vehicle to

switch to the dipped beams.

This mode is deactivated after a few seconds

above 31 mph (50 km/h).

Followed vehicle

Exiting an illuminated area

"Country" mode

The lamp segments gradually light up from the

inside to the outside of the vehicle to restore the

main beams.

Anti-glare for traffic signs

Some traffic signs may be more dazzling to

the driver due to the light reflection of LED

headlamps.

The system can modulate the light intensity

sent to traffic signs and thus reduce the light

reflection to avoid driver glare.

When approaching a vehicle from behind, only

those lamp segments directed at the followed

vehicle go off, thereby creating a "tunnel" so as

not to dazzle its driver.

This lighting provides a higher light beam, an

increased intensity of the headlamps and a

decreased intensity of the modules.

This mode is active as long as the rear foglamps

are switched off and/or the front wipers are

activated for less than 2 minutes.

Between 19 mph (30 km/h) and 43 mph (70

km/h), with the rear foglamps off and if the

front wipers activated for more than 2 minutes

continuously, the function switches to "Bad

weather" mode.

High beam boost

The high beam amplification provides an

additional illumination in the centre of the high

beam to improve the light distribution when

driving at higher speeds.

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"Foggy" mode

Pause

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor

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located at the top centre of the windscreen

behind the interior rear view mirror; the

associated functions would no longer be

controlled.

If the situation requires a change of headlamp

beam, the driver can take over at any time.

► Switch the dipped/main beam headlamps

manually to pause the function.

The lighting system changes to "Automatic

illumination of lamps" mode.

Wiper control stalk

Before operating the wipers in wintry

conditions, clear any snow, ice or frost

from the windscreen and around the wiper

arms and blades.

► To reactivate the function, manually switch

the dipped/main beam headlamps again.

This mode is activated if the vehicle is moving at

a speed between 0 and 43 mph (70 km/h) and

the rear foglamps are on.Beyond 43 mph (70

km/h), the function switches to "Motorway" mode

even if the rear foglamps are activated.

Malfunction

In the first case, this warning lamp

is displayed on the instrument panel,

accompanied by a message if the

sensor is masked.

Do not operate the wipers on a dry

windscreen. In extremely hot or cold

weather, check that the wiper blades are not

stuck to the windscreen before operating the

wipers.

"Motorway" mode

This is a normal behavior, which does not

request the support of a qualified workshop.

Stop the vehicle and verify if the front camera is

covered by dirt, mud, sand, snow, ice or anything

preventing the sensing.

After using an automatic car wash, you

may temporarily notice abnormal noises

and poorer wiping performance. You do not

need to replace the wiper blades.

The system is operational again after the

detection field has been cleaned.

At any time, this lighting mode can be triggered

by the Automatic headlamp dipping function

independent of the Adaptive Frontlight System

function.

This mode automatically adapts to the speed

and angle of the steering wheel.

Beyond 55 mph (90 km/h), the power and range

of the lighting is maximised to best illuminate the

length and width of the roadway.

In the second case, this warning

lamp is displayed on the instrument

panel, accompanied by an audible

signal and a message if a malfunction

occurs with the adaptive headlamp

lighting or the camera.

With intermittent wipers

With automatic wipers

Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a

qualified workshop.

"Leveling" mode

For the function automatic correction of the

dynamic site correction, the system takes into

account the acceleration and braking of the

vehicle. This in addition to the measurement of

the attitude via body pitch sensors.

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After the ignition has been switched off,

the wipers may move slightly at the foot of

the windscreen.

With automatic air conditioning, any action

on the screenwash control results in

temporary closure of the air intake to protect

the passenger compartment from any odour.

In position 1 or 2, the wiping frequency is

automatically reduced when the speed of

the vehicle drops below 3 mph (5 km/h).

When the speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h)

again, the wiping frequency returns to the

original frequency (fast or normal).

Windscreen wipers

To avoid damaging the wiper blades,

do not operate the screenwash if the

screenwash reservoir is empty.

Only operate the screenwash if there is no

risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen

and hindering visibility. During the winter

period, use "very cold climate" rated products.

Never top up with water.

► To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the

stalk to the desired position.

Fast wiping (heavy rain)

Normal wiping (moderate rain)

Intermittent wiping

Single wipe

If the wiper control stalk is:

► In the INT or AUTO position, pull the stalk

An additional jet is fitted above the number plate

to clean the reversing camera (depending on

version).

briefly towards you then release it.

► In the 0 position, press briefly on the stalk

then release it.

With reverse gear engaged, the

washing of the reversing camera is

triggered by clicking on this button

in the right side menu of the touch

screen.

Pressing and holding triggers continuous wiping

at the normal wiping speed.

or

Automatic wipers

Windscreen wash

► Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and

hold.

Front intermittent wiping

Switching off

Manual

In Intermittent mode, the driver can adjust the

wiping frequency by turning the ring to one of the

5 available positions.

A final wiping cycle is performed when

screenwashing ends.

The windscreen wash jets are

incorporated into the tip of each wiper arm.

An additional jet is installed below the

midpoint of the arm on the driver's side.

Screenwash fluid is sprayed along the length

of the wiper blade. This improves visibility and

reduces screenwash fluid consumption.

With intermittent wipers: adjustment

of the wiping frequency (highest

position = longest interval between 2

wipes)

The first (upper) position corresponds to the

longest time interval between 2 wipes for light

rain.

With automatic wipers: adjustment of the

sensitivity of the rain/sunshine sensor (highest

position = lowest sensitivity)

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The last (lower) position corresponds to the

shortest time interval between 2 wipes for heavy

rain.

A rotation of the ring from a higher position to a

lower position triggers a confirmation wiping.

A wiping cycle, accompanied by the display of

a message, confirms that the request has been

taken into account.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.

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When using an automatic car wash, switch

off the automatic wipers and the ignition.

In winter, wait until the windscreen is

completely clear of ice before activating the

automatic wipers.

► To switch off, put the wiper control stalk in

another position or in the 0 position.

After the ignition has been switched off for

more than 1 minute with the wiper control

stalk in the INT, 1 or 2 position, when the

ignition is switched on again:

Adjusting the sensitivity

Malfunction

If a fault occurs with the automatic wipers, the

wipers operate in intermittent mode.

Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a

qualified workshop.

► the system works as soon as the vehicle

exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), if the outside

temperature is below +3°C.

The first position (upper) corresponds to the

lowest sensitivity of the sensor.

The last position (lower) corresponds to the

highest sensitivity of the sensor.

The higher the sensitivity, the faster the system

reacts and increases the wiping frequency.

A rotation of the ring from a higher position to a

lower position triggers a confirmation wiping.

Special position of the

windscreen wipers

► the system works immediately, if the

outside temperature is above +3°C

This maintenance position is used while cleaning

or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be

useful, in wintry weather (ice, snow), to release

the wiper blades from the windscreen.

Automatic windscreen

wipers

In AUTO mode, the front wipers work

automatically and adapt to the intensity of

precipitation depending on the sensitivity of the

sensor selected.

The rainfall detection function uses a rain/

sunshine sensor located at the top centre of the

windscreen, behind the rear view mirror.

After the ignition has been switched off for

more than 1 minute with the wiper control

stalk in the AUTO position, when the ignition

is switched on again:

To maintain the effectiveness of the flat

wiper blades, it is advisable to:

► handle them with care.

► the system works, depending on the

volume of rain detected, as soon as the

vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), if the

outside temperature is below +3°C.

► clean them regularly using soapy water.

► avoid using them to hold cardboard on the

windscreen.

In certain weather conditions (e.g. fog,

frost, snow, projections on salty roads), the

driver may have to return to manual wiping.

► replace them at the first signs of wear.

► the system works immediately, depending

on the volume of rain detected, if the

outside temperature is above +3°C.

Switching on/off

To switch on:

► Put the wiper control stalk in the AUTO

position.

► Turn the ring to adjust the sensitivity of the

sensor.

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Before removing a windscreen wiper blade

Take care not to hold the arms at the jet

locations.

Do not touch the wiper blades - risk of

irreparable deformation.

Do not release them while moving them. Risk

of damaging the windscreen!

► Clean the windscreen using screenwash

fluid.

Operating the wiper control stalk immediately

after switching off the ignition will place the wiper

blades in a vertical position.

Do not apply "Rain X" type water-repellent

products.

► Proceed with the desired operation or the

replacement of the wiper blades.

► Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you

and remove it.

After refitting a windscreen wiper blade

► Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the

arm.

► To return the wiper blades to their initial

position after the operation, switch on the

ignition and operate the wiper control stalk.

► Repeat the procedure for the other wiper

blade.

► Starting with the wiper blade closest to you,

once again hold each arm by the rigid

section, then guide it carefully onto the

windscreen.

Changing a wiper blade

Removing/Refitting at the front

► Carry out these wiper blade replacement

operations from the driver's side.

► Starting with the wiper blade farthest from

you, hold each arm by the rigid section and

raise it as far as possible.

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