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

Lighting and visibility

"Foggy" mode

Pause

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lighting and visibility -> Wiper control stalk for Your Peugeot 408 4 Door Second Generation (2022-2026)

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