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Peugeot 2008 2019-2025 Owner's Manual Driving Automatic gearbox (EAT8)

101Driving6In both cases, apply the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle, unless it is set to automatic mode.If the gear selector is not in positionP, when the driver's door is opened or approximately 45seconds after the ignition is switched off, an audible signal sounds and a message appears.►Return the gear selector toP; the audible signal stops and the message disappears.MalfunctionIn the event of a malfunction, this warning lamp comes on and a message is displayed, when the ignition is switched on.In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You mayfeel a significant jolt (without risk to the gearbox) when changing fromP to R and fromN toR.Do not exceed 62 mph (100km/h), local speed restrictions permitting.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.There is a risk of damaging the gearbox:–If the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed simultaneously.–In the event of a battery failure, forcing the selector from position P to another position.Automatic gearbox (EAT8)Automatic 8-speed gearbox with push selector. It also offers a manual mode with gear changes via control paddles locatedbehind the steering wheel.Push selectorP.Auto ParkPress this button to switch to Parking mode.For parking the vehicle: the front wheels are blocked.R.ReverseN.NeutralTo free-wheel and move the vehicle, with the ignition off.For more information on Free-wheeling, refer to the corresponding section.D.Driving in automatic modeThe gearbox manages gear changes according to the style of driving, the road profile and the vehicle load.M.Driving in manual modePress this button to switch to manual mode.The driver changes gear using the steering-mounted controls.►In mode N, with your foot on the brake pedal, push without passing the point of resistance:•Forwards, mode R is selected.•Backwards, mode D is selected.Release the selector fully after each push; it will then return to its initial position.Special casesTo avoid mode N (quick change from D to R and back again):►In mode R, push backwards past the point of resistance, mode D is selected.►In mode D, push forwards past the point of resistance, mode R is selected.►To return to mode N, push without passing the point of resistance.Steering-mounted controls(Depending on equipment)In modeM orD, the steering-mounted control paddles can be used to change gear manually.They cannot be used to select neutral or to engage or disengage reverse gear.
102Driving►Pull the "+" or "-" paddle towards you and release to shift up or down a gear, respectively.Information displayed on the instrument panelWhen the ignition is switched on, the gearbox status is displayed on the instrument panel:PParkingRReverseNNeutralD1...8Automatic forward gearM1...8Manual forward gearThe state of the gearbox remains displayed on the instrument panel for a few seconds after switching off the ignition.OperationOnly appropriate mode change instructions are validated.With the engine running, if it is necessary to depress the brake pedal to change modes, an alert message will be displayed on the instrument panel.With the engine running and the brakes released, if R, D or M is selected, the vehicle moves off, even without pressing the accelerator pedal.Never depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time - risk of damage to the gearbox!If you open the driver's door while mode N is engaged, an audible signal will sound and mode P will be engaged. The audible signal stops when the driver's door is closed.At speeds below 3 mph (5km/h), opening the driver’s door will engage mode P- risk of sudden braking!In the event of battery failure, it is essential to place the chock(s) supplied with the tool kit against one of the wheels to immobilise the vehicle.Special aspects of automatic modeThe gearbox selects the gear that provides optimal performance based on ambient temperature, road profile, vehicle loading and driving style.For maximum acceleration, press the accelerator fully down (kick-down). The gearbox changes down automatically or holds the selected gear until the maximum engine speed is reached.Steering mounted controls allow the driver to temporarily select a gear, if the vehicle speed and engine speed conditions permit.Special aspects of manual modeThe gearbox only changes from one gear to another if the vehicle speed and engine speed conditions permit.Starting the vehicle►Fully depress the brake pedal.►Start the engine.►With your foot on the brake pedal, push once or twice backwards to select automatic mode D, or forwards to shift into reverse gear R.►Release the brake pedal.►Accelerate gradually to automatically release the electric parking brake.The vehicle moves off immediately.Automatic gearboxNever try to start the engine by pushing the vehicle.Switching the vehicle offRegardless of the current gearbox mode, modeP is immediately engaged automatically when the ignition is switched off.
103Driving6However, in modeN, modeP will be engaged after a delay of 5seconds (time to enable free-wheeling mode).Check that modeP has been engaged and that the electric parking brake was applied automatically; if not, apply it manually.The corresponding indicator lamps on the gear selector and the electric parking brake control must be on, as well as the indicator lamps on the instrument panel.Gearbox malfunctionThis warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and the display of a message.Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Do not drive faster than 62mph (100km/h), keeping to the speed limit.Switching of the gearbox to back-up modeMode D locks in third gear.The paddles on the steering wheel do not work and mode M is no longer accessible.You may feel a significant jolt on engaging reverse gear. This will not damage the gearbox.Selector malfunctionMinor malfunctionThis warning lamp comes on, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal.Drive carefully.Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.In some cases, the selector indicator lamps may no longer come on, but the gearbox state is still displayed on the instrument panel.Major malfunctionThis warning lamp comes on, accompanied by the display of a message.You must stop the vehicle.Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition.Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Drive selector (Electric)The drive selector is a pulse selector with a regenerative braking function.The drive selector provides traction control based on the driving style, the road profile and the vehicle load.With regenerative braking activated, it also manages engine braking when the accelerator pedal is released.P.ParkButton for parking the vehicle: the front wheels are locked (the button lights up to indicate that it is activated).R.ReverseTo engage reverse gear, with your foot on the brake pedal.N.NeutralTo move the vehicle with the ignition off and so allow it to free-wheel.For more information on Free-wheeling, refer to the corresponding section.D.Drive (automatic forward gear)B.Brake (regenerative braking)Regenerative braking (the button lights up to indicate its activation).Information displayed on the instrument panelWhen the ignition is switched on, the drive selector status is displayed on the instrument panel:P : Park.R : Reverse.N : Neutral.D : Drive (automatic forward gear).
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