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Peugeot 208 2012-2019 Owner's Manual Instruments Indicator and warning lamps

Instruments14208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Library of indicator and warning lampsWhen the ignition is switched onCertain warning lamps come on for a few seconds in the instrument panel and/or instrument panel screen when the vehicle's ignition is switched on.When the engine is started, these same warning lamps should go off.If they remain on, before moving off, refer to the information in the table on the warning lamp concerned.Associated warningsThe illumination of certain warning lamps may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel or multifunction screen.The warning lamps may come on continuously (fixed) or flash.Certain warning lamps may come on in one of two modes. Only by relating the type of lighting to the operating status of the vehicle can it be ascertained whether the situation is normal or whether a fault has occurred.Indicator and warning lamps●indicator lamp informing that a system is switched on,●warning lamp for preventive purposes or for a fault.
1Instruments15208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsDiesel engine pre-heatingfixed.The key is at position 2 (ignition on) in the ignition switch.Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.The period of illumination of the warning lamp is determined by the ambient conditions (up to about 30seconds in very low temperatures).If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again, then start the engine.Parking brakefixed.The parking brake is applied or not properly released.Release the parking brake to switch off the warning lamp, keeping your foot on the brake pedal.Observe the safety recommendations.For more information on the parking brake, refer to the corresponding section.Foot on the brake pedalfixed.The brake pedal must be pressed.With an electronic gearbox, press the brake pedal to start the engine (lever in position N). With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running, press the brake pedal before releasing the parking brake, to unlock the lever and come out of position P.If you wish to release the parking brake without pressing the brake pedal, this warning lamp will remain on.flashing.With an electronic gearbox, if you hold the vehicle on an incline using the accelerator for too long, the clutch overheats.Use the brake pedal and/or the parking brake.
Instruments16208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsFoot on the clutchfixed.In the STOP mode of Stop & Start, changing to START mode is refused because the clutch pedal is not fully down.You must declutch fully to allow the change to engine START mode.Stop & Startfixed.When the vehicle stops (red lights, traffic jams, ...) the Stop & Start system has put the engine into STOP mode.The warning lamp goes off and the engine restarts automatically in START mode, as soon as you want to move off.flashes for a few seconds, then goes off.STOP mode is temporarily unavailable.OrSTART mode is invoked automatically.For more information on Stop & Start, refer to the corresponding section.Automatic wipingfixed.The wiper control is pushed downwards.Automatic front wiping is activated.To deactivate automatic wiping, operate the control stalk downwards or put the stalk into another position.Passenger's airbag systemfixed.The control, located in the glove box, is set to the OFF position.The passenger's front airbag is deactivated.You can install a rearward facing child seat, unless there is a fault with the operation of the airbags (Airbag warning lamp on).Set the control to the ON position to activate the passenger's front airbag.In this case, do not fit a child seat in the rearward facing position.
1Instruments17208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsSTOPfixed, associated with another warning lamp.It is associated with the engine oil pressure or the engine coolant temperature.Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.Servicefixed, associated with another warning lamp.Major faults have occurred.Refer to the section on this warning lamp and you must then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.fixed associated with a message (if a display screen is fitted).Faults have occurred for which there is no specific warning lamp.Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen (if a display screen is fitted) and refer to the corresponding section:-engine oil level alert,-risk of blockage of the particle filter (Diesel),-Diesel fuel additive level (Diesel with particle filter).You must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Instruments18208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsBrakingfixed.The brake fluid level has dropped significantly.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Top up with brake fluid listed by PEUGEOT.If the problem persists, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.+fixed, associated with the ABS warning lamp.The electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) system has a fault.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Maximum coolant temperaturefixed with the needle in the red zone.The temperature of the cooling system is too high.Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping up the level, if necessary.If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)fixed.The anti-lock braking system has a fault.The vehicle retains conventional braking.Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
1Instruments19208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsDynamic stability control(DSC/ASR)flashing.The DSC/ASR regulation is operating.The system optimises traction and improves the directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss of grip or trajectory.fixed.The DSC/ASR system has a fault.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Engine autodiagnosis systemfixed.The emission control system has a fault.The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop without delay.flashing.The engine management system has a fault.Risk of destruction of the catalytic converter.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.fixed, associated with the SERVICE warning lamp.A minor engine fault has been detected.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.fixed, associated with the STOP warning lamp.A major engine fault has been detected.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Power steeringfixed.The power steering has a fault.Drive carefully at reduced speed.Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Instruments20208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning or indicator lamp in the instrument panelStateCauseAction/ ObservationsAdBlue® additive(BlueHDi Diesel)fixed, on switching on the ignition, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating the remaining driving range.The remaining driving range is between 350 miles (600 km) and 1500 miles (2400 km).Have the AdBlue® additive tank topped up as soon as possible: go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.flashing, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating the remaining driving range.The remaining driving range is between 0 and 350 miles (600 km).You must top-up the AdBlue® additive tank to avoid a breakdown: go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.flashing, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating that starting is prevented.The AdBlue® tank is empty: the starting inhibition system required by legislation prevents starting of the engine.To be able to start the engine, you must top-up theAdBlue® additive tank: go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.It is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of AdBlue® to the additive tank.For topping-up or for more information on the AdBlue® additive, refer to the corresponding section.
1Instruments21208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning or indicator lamp in the instrument panelStateCauseAction/ Observations++SCR emissions control system(BlueHDi Diesel)fixed, on switching on the ignition, associated with the SERVICE and engine diagnostic warning lamps, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.A fault with the SCR emissions control system has been detected.This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions return to normal levels.flashing, on switching on the ignition, associated with the SERVICE and engine diagnostic warning lamps, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating the remaining driving range.After confirmation of the fault with the emissions control system, you can drive for up to 650 miles (1 100 km) before the engine starting inhibition system is triggered.Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without delay, to avoid a breakdown.flashing, on switching on the ignition, associated with the SERVICE and engine diagnostic warning lamps, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.You have exceeded the authorised driving limit following confirmation of a fault with the emissions control system: the engine starting inhibition system prevents starting of the engine.To be able to start the engine, you must call on a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Instruments22208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsEngine oil pressurefixed.There is a fault with the engine lubrication system.You must stop as soon it is safe to do so.Park, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Battery charge*fixed.The battery charging circuit has a fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or cut alternator belt, ...).The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Low fuel levelfixed with the needle in the red zone.There remains approximately 5 litresof fuel in the tank.At this point, you begin to use the fuel reserve.Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of fuel.This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is made.Fuel tank capacity: approximately 50 litres.Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as this could damage the emission control and injection systems.flashing with the needle in the red zone.There remains very little fuel in the tank.Under-inflationfixed.The pressure in one or more wheels is too low.Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.This check should preferably be carried out when the tyres are cold.+flashing then fixed, accompanied by the Service warning lamp.The tyre pressure monitoring system has a fault or no sensor is detected on one of the wheels.Under-inflation detection is not assured.Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.* Depending on the country of sale.
1Instruments23208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsAirbagson temporarily.This lamp comes on for a few seconds when you turn on the ignition, then goes off.This lamp should go off when the engine is started.If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.fixed.One of the airbag or seat belt pretensioner systems has a fault.Have them checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.Seat belt(s) not fastened/ unfastenedfixed then flashing accompanied by an increasing audible signal.A seat belt has not been fastened or has been unfastened.Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.Door(s) openfixed, associated with a message identifying the door, if the speed is below 6 mph (10km/h).A door or the boot is still open.Close the door or boot.fixed, associated with a message identifying the door, together with an audible signal if the speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h).
Instruments24208_en_Chap01_instruments-bord_ed01-2016Warning/ indicator lampStateCauseAction/ ObservationsLeft-hand direction indicatorFlashing with audible signal.The lighting stalk has been pushed down.When changing lane.Right-hand direction indicatorFlashing with audible signal.The lighting stalk has been pushed up.Sidelampsfixed.The lighting control stalk is in the "Sidelamps" position.On manual operation of the lighting or in automatic mode.Dipped beam headlampsfixed.The lighting control stalk is at the "Dipped beam" position.Main beam headlampsfixed.The lighting control stalk has been pulled toward you.Pull the control stalk again to return to dipped beam.Front foglampsfixed.The front foglamps are switched on using the ring on the lighting control stalk.Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk rearward once to switch off the front foglamps.Rear foglampfixed.The rear foglamp has been switched on using the ring on the lighting control stalk.Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk to the rear to switch off the rear foglamp.
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