Get In the event of a breakdown Guide for Peugeot 3008 SUV 2020

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.

For non-BlueHDi versions, the fuel system

components are located in the engine

compartment, possibly under the removable

cover.

Before getting out of the vehicle

Turn on the hazard warning lamps, then

put on the safety vest to assemble and install

the triangle.

For more information on the Engine

compartment, in particular the location

of these components under the bonnet, refer

to the corresponding section.

Storage compartment

1.5 BlueHDi engines

► 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.

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.

2.0 BlueHDi engines

Running out of fuel

(Diesel)

With Diesel engines, the fuel system must be

primed if you run out of fuel.

► Switch on the ignition (without starting the

engine).

► Wait around 6 seconds and switch oﬀ the

ignition.

There is a compartment in the interior trim of the

tailgate to store a warning triangle.

► After opening the tailgate, release the cover

by turning the screw a quarter turn to the left.

Before starting to prime the system, it is

essential to put at least 5 litres of Diesel into the

fuel tank.

► Repeat the operation 10 times.

► 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.

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2.0 HDi engines

With temporary puncture repair kit

► Open the bonnet and then, if necessary,

unclip the cover to access the priming pump.

► Loosen the degassing bolt.

► Operate the priming pump until fuel

appears in the transparent tube.

► Retighten the degassing bolt.

► Operate the starter motor until the engine

starts (if the engine does not start at the ﬁrst

attempt, wait around 15 seconds before trying

again).

► If the engine does not start after a few

attempts, operate the priming pump again, then

the starter motor.

► Unclip the two ﬁxings to open its cover.

► Put the cover back in place and clip it in, then

close the bonnet.

With spare wheel

The tool kit is stored in the boot, under the ﬂoor.

To access it:

Versions with 2-position boot ﬂoor:

► Open the boot.

► Place the adjustable boot ﬂoor in the high

position.

► Lift the boot ﬂoor past the two retractable

stops.

Tool kit

Set of tools supplied with the vehicle.

Its content depends on your vehicle's equipment:

– Temporary puncture repair kit.

– Spare wheel.

► Place the boot ﬂoor onto these two stops to

hold it up.

Accessing the tools

Versions with articulated boot mat

(Rechargeable hybrid):

► Open the boot.

► Unfold the articulated boot mat by pulling its

handle until it is fully opened.

► Unclip the storage box by pulling it upwards.

► Unclip the two ﬁxings to open its cover.

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With temporary puncture repair kit

The tool box is installed at the centre of the

spare wheel beneath the vehicle.

It contains the jack and the wheel bolt cover

removal tool.

Accessing the tools

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► First, access the spare wheel.

For further information on the Spare wheel,

please refer to the corresponding section.

► Press the tab to unlock the cover.

► While keeping the tab pressed in, slide the

cover to the middle and remove it.

Model without storage box

This kit, stored in a bag, is installed behind the

second row left-hand seat.

► Fold the seat backrest onto the cushion to

access the bag.

List of tools

Some of the tools are stored beneath the ﬂoor

against the boot sill.

The left-hand box contains the wheelbrace and

its extension piece.

Model with storage box

The right-hand box contains the wheel chocks

and the towing eye.

To access it:

This kit is installed in the storage box, located in

front of the second row left-hand seat.

► Open the storage box cover to access the kit.

► Open the boot.

With spare wheel

► Fold the concertina panels.

► Install the third row seats.

► Unclip the required tools from the boot sill

trim.

1. Chocks to immobilise the vehicle (depending

on equipment)

2. Socket for the wheel security bolts (located in

the glove box) (depending on equipment)

To adapt the wheelbrace to the special

‘security’ bolts.

3. Removable towing eye

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For more information on Towing the vehicle

and using the removable towing eye, refer to the

corresponding section.

With spare wheel

These tools are speciﬁc to the vehicle

and may vary according to the level of

equipment.

Do not use them for any other purpose.

With temporary puncture repair kit

Kit 1

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.

The jack meets European standards, as

deﬁned in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/

CE.

5. Wheelbrace

Kit 2

For removing the wheel trim and the wheel

bolts.

6. Jack with integrated handle

The jack does not require any maintenance.

To raise the vehicle.

7. Wheel bolt cap removal tool (depending on

Temporary puncture

repair kit

equipment)

For removing the wheel bolt head ﬁnishers on

alloy wheels.

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Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view

explanatory videos.

4. 12 V compressor with cartridge of sealant

and speed limit sticker

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.

Wheelbrace extension

For loosening/tightening the spare wheel

carrier winch cable nut.

For temporary repair of a tyre and to adjust

the tyre pressure.

It is designed to repair most punctures located

on the tyre tread.

For more information on the Spare wheel, refer

to the corresponding section.

For more information about the Temporary

puncture repair kit, refer to the corresponding

section.

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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.

► Park the vehicle without obstructing traﬃc

and apply the parking brake.

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► Follow the safety instructions (hazard

warning lamps, warning triangle, high visibility

jacket, etc.) according to the legislation in force

in the country in which you are driving.

► Switch the ignition oﬀ.

Only the 12 V socket located at the front

of the vehicle can be used to power the

compressor.

Connecting kit 1

For more information on the Tool kit,

refer to the corresponding section.

► 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.

► Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.

Tyre inﬂation pressures are indicated on

this label.

For more information on Identiﬁcation

markings, particularly this label, refer to the

corresponding section.

Should the pressure of one or more tyres

be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise

the under-inﬂation detection system.

For more information on Tyre under-inﬂation

detection, refer to the corresponding section.

► Connect the pipe from the compressor to the

bottle of sealant.

► Connect the hose from the bottle of sealant

to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and tighten

ﬁrmly.

Repair procedure

Do not remove any foreign bodies (e.g.

nail, screw) which have penetrated into

the tyre.

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Connecting kit 2

► Remove the kit.

► Reﬁt the cap on the valve.

► Remove and store the bottle of sealant.

► Aﬃx the speed limit sticker.

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.

► Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be

repaired, and place it in a clean place.

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.

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.

► Switch the ignition on.

► Connect the pipe from the bottle of sealant to

the valve of the tyre to be repaired and tighten

ﬁrmly.

► Connect the pipe from the compressor to the

bottle of sealant.

► 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).

Repairing the tyre

► 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.

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.

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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

125 miles (200 km).

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop to have the tyre changed.

contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop for assistance.

To access the spare wheel, ﬁrst refer to the Tool

kit section.

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Depending on version, the spare wheel

may be a standard size steel or alloy

wheel.

► Once the correct pressure is reached, put the

switch in position "O".

► Remove the kit and stow it.

► Reﬁt the cap on the valve.

In some countries, it is a ‘space saver’ wheel.

Checking/adjusting tyre

pressures

The compressor can be used, without injecting

sealant, to check and, if necessary, adjust the

tyre pressures.

Removing the spare wheel

► Slacken the central nut.

► Remove the fastening device (nut and bolt).

► Lift the spare wheel towards you from the

rear.

Spare wheel

Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view

explanatory videos.

► 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.

► Take the wheel out of the boot.

Accessing the spare wheel

Putting the spare wheel back in place

► Put the spare wheel back in place in its

housing.

► 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.

► Slacken the nut on the bolt by a few turns.

► Position the fastening device (nut and bolt) in

the middle of the wheel.

► 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.

► 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.

Accessing the spare wheel

The spare wheel is stored in the boot, under the

ﬂoor.

If after 7 minutes the pressure of 2 bar is

not reached, the tyre is damaged;

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► Lift the pre-cut section of carpet to release

the spare wheel ﬁxing winch nut.

► With extension piece 8 placed on the end

of wheelbrace 5, "tighten" the nut to unreel the

winch cable until the spare wheel is ﬂat on the

ground. Unwind the length required to access

the wheel easily.

The spare wheel is held by a winch system

underneath the rear of the vehicle.

► Detach the connecting piece from the cover

of the tool box (B - C).

► Pass the connecting piece through the wheel

hub to release it (D).

Only a "space-saver" type spare wheel

may be ﬁxed underneath the vehicle.

Storing the tools

Removing the spare wheel

►

Remove the wheel/box unit through the rear

of the vehicle.

► Straighten the spare wheel to access the tool

box (A).

► Replace the appropriate tools in the box and

close the cover.

► Place the tool box on the ground.

► Insert the connecting piece into the tool box

hole (B - C).

► Fold up the concertina panel and install

the third row seat, on the left-hand side (if the

vehicle is equipped with it).

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► Reel in the winch by loosening the winch

control nut with wheelbrace 5 and extension

piece 8: the nut should rotate freely once the

cable is completely reeled in.

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► Store the rest of the tools in the storage

areas in the boot sill trim.

The punctured wheel cannot be secured

beneath the vehicle; it must be stored in

the boot (use a cover to protect the inside of

the boot).

► Insert the centring guide into the wheel hub.

► Place the wheel/box unit beneath the rear of

the vehicle.

► Straighten the wheel.

► Pass the connecting piece through the wheel

hub (A).

Putting the winch and spare wheel

back in place

► Raise the wheel/box unit underneath the

vehicle, by "loosening" the winch control nut with

wheelbrace 5 and extension piece 8.

► Tighten fully. When the cable is completely

reeled in, turning the nut no longer encounters

resistance.

► Place the appropriate tools in the box and

close the cover.

► Place the tool box on the ground.

► Insert the connecting piece into the tool box

hole (B - C).

► Centre and position the spare wheel on the

tool box (D).

When the spare wheel is ﬁtted in place of

a wheel with a punctured tyre, the winch

and tool box must be placed beneath the

vehicle again before restarting.

► Check that the wheel is properly ﬂattened

against the ﬂoor.

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Removing a wheel

Wheel with wheel trim

When removing the wheel, ﬁrst remove

the wheel trim by pulling at the valve aperture

using the wheelbrace.

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.

► 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.

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.

► To remove the wheel bolt cover on each of

the bolts, use tool 7 (alloy wheels).

► Fit security socket 2 on 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!

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.

► 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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► Remove the bolts and store them in a clean

► Tighten the security bolt using the

► Fit the wheel on the hub.

place.

► Remove the wheel.

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).

► 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

Fitting a steel or "space-saver" type

spare wheel

► Store the tools.

After changing a wheel

Store the punctured wheel in the boot or,

depending on version, remove the central cover

ﬁrst to store it beneath the ﬂoor in place of the

spare wheel.

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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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.

– 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.

– LED technology rear lamps.

– Third brake lamp.

– Number plate lamps.

If you need to replace this type of bulb,

you must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or

a qualiﬁed workshop.

Do not touch the 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.

Changing a bulb must only be done with

the ignition oﬀ and after the headlamp /

lamp has been switched oﬀ for several

minutes - risk of serious burns!

Front lamps

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 touch the bulb directly with your

ﬁngers; use a lint-free cloth.

It is essential only to use anti-ultraviolet

(UV) type bulbs, so as not to damage the

headlamp.

Model with

LED technology headlamps

Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb

of the same type and speciﬁcation. To avoid

lighting imbalance, replace the bulbs in pairs.

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.

Reﬁtting the lamp units

Perform the operations in the reverse

order to dismantling.

Light-emitting diode (LED)

headlamps and lamps

Depending on version, the aﬀected types of

headlamps/lamps are:

– "LED" technology headlamps.

– Full LED technology headlamps.

– Direction indicator side repeaters.

– Side spotlamps.

The headlamps have polycarbonate

lenses with a protective coating:

– Do not clean them with a dry or abrasive

cloth, nor with detergent or solvent

products.

1. Dipped beam headlamps/Main beam

headlamps

2. Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps /Direction

indicators

– Use a sponge and soapy water or a pH

neutral product.

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Model with Full

LED technology headlamps

When changing the bulb within a few

minutes of switching oﬀ the ignition, take

care not to touch the exhaust - risk of burns!

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Changing a fuse

Accessing the tools

The extraction tweezers are located behind the

fusebox cover.

1. Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps/Brake

lamps (LED)

2. Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps (LED)

3. Direction indicators (LED)

4. Reversing lamps (LED)

Depending on version:

5. Foglamps (P21W)

1. Dipped beam headlamps/Main beam

headlamps

2. Static cornering lamps

3. Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps /Direction

indicators

Foglamps (P21W)

Rear lamps

► Unclip the cover by pulling at the top left, then

right.

► Remove the cover completely.

► Take the tweezers from their housing.

These bulbs are replaced from outside the rear

bumper.

► Pass your hand under the bumper.

► Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn and

remove it.

► Turn the bulb a quarter turn and replace it.

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► Always replace the failed fuse with a fuse of

the same rating (same colour); use of a diﬀerent

rating may cause malfunctions - risk of ﬁre!

If the fault recurs soon after replacing a fuse,

have the electrical system checked by a

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.

Complete fuse allocation tables and

corresponding diagrams

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.

For more information, contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

► Open the glove box.

► Press on the central handle of the fusebox

cover.

► Lower the cover completely.

► Take the tweezers from their housing.

The replacement of a fuse not shown in

the allocation tables could cause a

serious malfunction of the vehicle.

Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop.

Changing a fuse

Before changing a fuse:

► Identify the cause of the fault and ﬁx it.

► Switch oﬀ all power consumption.

► Immobilise the vehicle and switch oﬀ the

ignition.

► Identify the defective fuse using the current

allocation tables and diagrams.

To replace a fuse, it is essential to:

► Use the special tweezers to extract the fuse

from its housing and check the condition of its

ﬁlament.

Fuses in the dashboard

The fusebox is located in the lower dashboard

(left-hand side).

To access the fuses, follow the same procedure

as described for accessing the fuse replacement

tools.

Good

Faulty

Tweezers

Version 1 (Full)

Box 1

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Fuse N°

F1

Rating (A)

3 A

Functions

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Keyless Entry and Starting

Multifunction screen

Reversing camera - Parking sensors

Hi-Fi ampliﬁer

F2

5 A

F5

5 A

F7

10 A

20 A

30 A

10 A

5 A

F8

Rear wiper

F10

F11

F17

F18

F22

F26

F27

F31

F33

F35

F36

Locks

Boot 12 V accessory socket

Emergency and assistance calls

Glove box lighting

3 A

Seat belts not fastened warning lamps display

Rain/sunshine sensor

Airbags.

3 A

5 A

15 A

5 A

Front 12 V accessory socket

Instrument panel

20 A

Touch screen - Audio/navigation system

Box 2

Fuse N°

F17

Rating (A)

10 A

Functions

Memorisation of driving positions

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Version 2 (Eco)

Fuse N°

F4

Rating (A)

15 A

20 A

30 A

5 A

Functions

Horn

F5

Windscreen wash pump

Rear screenwash pump

Rear wiper

F6

F8

F10

F11

F14

F17

F22

F24

F25

F27

F28

F29

F32

F36

Locks

Alarm siren

5 A

Instrument panel

Rain/sunshine sensor

Reversing camera - Parking sensors

Airbags

3 A

5 A

Alarm

5 A

Emergency and assistance calls

Touch screen - Audio/navigation system

Cigarette lighter

Glove box lighting

20 A

15 A

5 A

Engine compartment fuses

The fusebox is placed in the engine

compartment near the battery.

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Accessing the fuses

► Release the two latches A.

► Remove the cover.

► Replace the fuse.

► When you have ﬁnished, close the cover

carefully, then engage the two latches A to

ensure that the fusebox is properly sealed.

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Version 1 (Full)

Box 1

Fuse N°

Rating (A)

15 A

Functions

F14

Screenwash pump.

Power steering.

F15

5 A

F20

25 A

Screenwash pump.

Horn.

F22

15 A

F23

15 A

Right-hand main beam headlamp.

Left-hand main beam headlamp.

F24

15 A

Box 2

Fuse N°

F8

Rating (A)

30 A

Functions

Diesel emissions control system (AdBlue)

Automatic gearbox.

F12

15 A

F14

5 A

Automatic gearbox.

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In the event of a breakdown

Version 2 (Eco)

Fuse N°

F18

Rating (A)

10 A

Functions

Right-hand main beam headlamp

Left-hand main beam headlamp

F19

10 A

Accessing the battery

Starting using another

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.

12 V battery

The battery is located under the bonnet.

Procedure for starting the engine using another

battery or for charging a discharged battery.

Lead-acid starter batteries

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.

Never start the engine by connecting a

battery charger.

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.

Take used remote control batteries and

vehicle batteries to a special collection point.

For access to the (+) terminal:

► Release the bonnet by pulling the internal

release lever, then the external safety catch.

► Raise the bonnet.

(+) Positive terminal.

This terminal has a quick-release clamp.

(-) Negative terminal.

As the battery's negative terminal is not

accessible, a remote earth point is located near

the battery.

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.

Wash your hands afterwards.

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► Reﬁt the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if

the vehicle has one.

► Allow the engine to run for at least

30 minutes, with the vehicle stationary, so that

the battery reaches an adequate state of charge.

Follow the instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the charger.

Never reverse polarities.

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It is not necessary to disconnect the

battery.

Driving immediately without having

reached a suﬃcient level of charge may

aﬀect some of the vehicle's functionalities.

► Switch the ignition oﬀ.

► Switch oﬀ all electrical consumers (audio

system, lighting, wipers, etc.).

Automatic gearbox

Never try to start the engine by pushing

the vehicle.

► 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.

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.

– If the vehicle is to be taken oﬀ the road for

several weeks.

Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop.

► 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.

► 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,

If the engine does not start immediately, switch

oﬀ the ignition and wait a few moments before

trying again.

► Wait for it to return to idle.

► Disconnect the jump leads in reverse order.

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.

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► At the end of the charging operation, switch

oﬀ charger B before disconnecting the cables

from battery A.

Before disconnecting the battery:

► Close all openings (doors, boot, windows,

roof).

Reconnecting the (+) terminal

► 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.

If this label is present, use only a 12 V

charger to avoid causing irreversible

damage to the electrical components.

24V

Quick-release terminal clamp

Disconnecting the (+) terminal

12V

► Raise lever A fully.

► Reﬁt open clamp B on the (+) terminal.

► Push clamp B fully down.

Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk

of explosion!

► Lower lever A to lock clamp B.

► Depending on equipment, lower the plastic

cover on the (+) terminal.

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 would mean a risk of

toxic and corrosive acid leaking.

Do not force the lever, as it will not lock

in place if the clamp is not positioned

correctly; start the procedure again.

► 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.

Some functions, including Stop & Start,

are not available if the battery is not

suﬃciently charged.

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.

Disconnecting 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.

For right-hand drive versions, when the

total distance recorder has reached

62 miles (100 km), you must wait

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approximately 15 minutes before starting the

engine.

Accessing the batteries

Front

Accessory battery

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(Rechargeable hybrid)

The rechargeable hybrid system has two

accessory batteries: one at the front and one at

the rear of the vehicle.

If minor problems nevertheless persist following

this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a

qualiﬁed workshop.

Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise

certain equipment:

– Remote control key or electronic key

(depending on version).

– Sunroof and electric blind.

– Electric windows.

The front battery is located under the bonnet.

The 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.

– Date and time.

– Preset radio stations.

Take used remote control batteries and

vehicle batteries to a special collection point.

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.

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.

Protect your eyes and face before

handling batteries.

All operations on the batteries must be carried

out in a well ventilated area and away from

naked ﬂames and sources of sparks, so as to

avoid the risk of explosion or ﬁre.

Wash your hands afterwards.

For the replacement of batteries, contact a

PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

(-) Negative terminal.

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).

As the battery's negative terminal is not

accessible, a remote earth point is located near

the battery.

Rear

Do not start or jump start another vehicle

from the vehicle’s batteries.

The rear battery is located in the boot.

To reach the battery:

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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.

► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the

vehicle has one.

► Lift the boot ﬂoor.

► Connect the cables of charger B as follows:

• the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal

of battery A,

• 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.

(+) Positive terminal, protected by a red plastic

cover (not accessible).

(-) Negative terminal with a black quick-release

connector.

Follow the instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the charger.

Never reverse polarities.

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.

In some circumstances, it may be necessary to

charge the front battery:

– When using the vehicle mainly for short

journeys.

It is not necessary to disconnect the

battery.

Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk

of explosion!

► Switch the ignition oﬀ.

► Switch oﬀ all electrical consumers (audio

system, lighting, wipers, etc.).

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 would mean a risk of

toxic and corrosive acid leaking.

– If the vehicle is to be taken oﬀ the road for

several weeks.

Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop.

Disconnection/reconnection

of the batteries

Procedure for disconnecting/reconnecting the

batteries in the event of long-term immobilisation

of the vehicle.

To charge the vehicle's front battery

yourself, use only a charger compatible

Before disconnecting the batteries:

► Open the driver's door and boot.

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► 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.

► Disconnect the (+) terminal of the front

battery by disconnecting the red quick-release

clamp:

• Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.

• Remove clamp B by lifting it oﬀ.

For right-hand drive versions, when the

total distance recorder has reached

62 miles (100 km), you must wait

approximately 15 minutes before starting the

engine.

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► Observe a waiting time of 4 minutes.

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

Never reverse the order of the battery

disconnection and reconnection steps

- risk of irreversible damage!

– Remote control key or electronic key

(depending on version).

– Sunroof and electric blind.

– Electric windows.

– Date and time.

– Preset radio stations.

Disconnection

Towing the vehicle

Procedure for having your vehicle towed or

for towing another vehicle using a removable

mechanical device.

► Connect the (+) terminal of the front battery

by connecting the red quick-release clamp:

• Raise lever A fully.

• Reﬁt open clamp B on the (+) terminal.

• Push clamp B fully down.

► Disconnect the (-) terminal of the rear battery

using the black quick-release connector.

• Lower lever A to lock clamp B.

► Connect the (-) terminal of the rear battery

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.

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General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in the country where you are driving.

Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than 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 towbar; ropes 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.

A professional recovery service must be called in the following cases:

– broken down on a motorway or main road;

– not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release the parking brake;

– not possible to tow a vehicle with an automatic gearbox, with the engine running;

– towing with only two wheels on the ground;

– four-wheel drive vehicle;

– no approved towbar available.

Rechargeable hybrid vehicles

Before any intervention, with the ignition

on, depress the brake pedal and select mode

N, then switch oﬀ the hybrid system (READY

indicator lamp oﬀ).

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.

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

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Towing constraints

Rear wheels on the

ground

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Type of vehicle

(engine/gearbox)

Front wheels on the

ground

Flatbed

4 wheels on the ground

with towbar

Hybrid 2WD

Hybrid 4WD

2WD: 2-wheel drive.

4WD: 4-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).

The towing eye is stored in a tool box, under the

boot ﬂoor.

Accessing the tools

For more information on accessing the Tool kit,

refer to the corresponding section.

Depending on version, the towing eye is stored

either in the interior trim of the boot sill, left-hand

side, or in a bag behind the left-hand rear seat.

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► Unlock the steering and release the parking

brake.

► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both

vehicles.

Towing your vehicle

To access the front screw thread:

► Move oﬀ gently, drive slowly and only for a

short distance.

Towing another vehicle

To access the rear screw thread:

► Unclip the cover by pressing at its left-hand

section.

► Pull the cover downwards.

To tow:

► Screw the towing eye in fully.

► Install the towbar.

► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both

vehicles.

► Move oﬀ gently, drive slowly and only for a

short distance.

► Unclip the cover by pressing at its top left-

hand corner.

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.

Automatic gearbox

Never tow the vehicle with the driving

wheels on the ground and the engine oﬀ.

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