Notice: Function WP_Scripts::add was called incorrectly. The script with the handle "elementor-frontend" was enqueued with dependencies that are not registered: jquery-ui-position. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.9.1.) in /home/u918277800/domains/ownersmanual.store/public_html/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131

Owner Manuals

Peugeot 208 2020-2025 Instruments Warning and indicator lamps

12InstrumentsList of warning and indicator lampsRed warning/indicator lampsSTOPFixed, associated with another warning lamp, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal.A serious fault with the engine, braking system, power steering or automatic gearbox or a major electrical fault has been detected.Carry out (1) and then (2).Engine self-diagnostic system (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed.A major engine fault has been detected.Carry out (1) and then (2).Maximum coolant temperature (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed with display blocks lit in red (with matrix instrument panel).orFixed (except on matrix instrument panel).The temperature of the cooling system is too high.Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has cooled down before topping up the level, if necessary. If the problem persists, carry out (2).•fuel gauge and coolant temperature indicator (Petrol or Diesel).•battery charge level indicator (Electric).–"Energy": specific display, showing a visual representation of the vehicle’s energy flows (Electric).–"Personal 1"/"Personal 2": display showing information selected by the driver in the central part of the instrument panel.Configuring a "Personal" display modeWith PEUGEOT Connect Radio►Press Settings in the banner of the touch screen.►Select "Configuration". ►Select "Instrument panel personalisation".With PEUGEOT Connect Nav►Press Settings in the banner of the touch screen.►Select "OPTIONS".►Select "Instrument panel personalisation".►Select "Personal 1" or "Personal 2".►Select the type of information using the scroll arrows on the touch screen:•"Default" (empty).•"Trip computer".•"Media".•"G-metres" (depending on version).•"Power-meters + Boost + Torque" (depending on version).•"Accessories consumption" (depending on version).►Confirm to save and exit.The information is displayed immediately on the instrument panel if the corresponding display mode is selected.The type of information selected in "Personal 1" mode is not available in "Personal 2" mode.Warning and indicator lampsDisplayed as symbols, the warning and indicator lamps inform the driver of the occurrence of a malfunction (warning lamps) or of the operating status of a system (operation or deactivation indicator lamps). Certain lamps light up in two ways (fixed or flashing) and/or in several colours.Associated warningsThe illumination of a lamp may be accompanied by an audible signal and/or a message displayed in a screen.Relating the type of alert to the operating status of the vehicle allows you to determine whether the situation is normal or whether a fault has occurred: refer to the description of each lamp for further information.When the ignition is switched onCertain red or orange warning lamps come on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. These warning lamps should go off as soon as the engine is started.For more information on a system or a function, refer to the corresponding section.Persistent warning lampIf a red or orange warning lamp comes on, there may be fault which needs further investigation.If a lamp remains litThe references (1), (2) and (3) in the warning and indicator lamp description indicate whether you should contact a qualified professional in addition to the immediate recommended actions.(1): You must stop the vehicle.Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition.(2): Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.(3): Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
13Instruments1List of warning and indicator lampsRed warning/indicator lampsSTOPFixed, associated with another warning lamp, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal.A serious fault with the engine, braking system, power steering or automatic gearbox or a major electrical fault has been detected.Carry out (1) and then (2).Engine self-diagnostic system (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed.A major engine fault has been detected.Carry out (1) and then (2).Maximum coolant temperature (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed with display blocks lit in red (with matrix instrument panel).orFixed (except on matrix instrument panel).The temperature of the cooling system is too high.Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has cooled down before topping up the level, if necessary. If the problem persists, carry out (2).Engine oil pressure (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed.There is a fault with the engine lubrication system.Carry out (1) and then (2).System malfunction (Electric)Fixed.A fault involving the electric motor or traction battery has been detected.Carry out (1) and then (2).Cable connected (Electric)Fixed when the ignition is switched on.The charging cable is connected to the vehicle's connector.Fixed when the ignition is switched on, accompanied by a message.It is not possible to start the vehicle while the charging cable is connected to the vehicle’s connector.Disconnect the charging cable and close the flap.12V battery chargeFixed.The battery charging circuit is faulty (e.g.dirty terminals, loose or severed alternator belt).Carry out (1).If the electric parking brake stops working, immobilise the vehicle:►With the manual gearbox, engage a gear.►With the EAT6 automatic gearbox, move the gear selector to positionP.►With the EAT8 automatic gearbox or drive selector, fit the chock against one of the wheels.Clean and tighten the terminals. If the warning lamp does not go off when the engine is started, carry out (2).Door(s) openFixed, associated with a message identifying the access.A door or the tailgate is not properly closed (speed less than 6 mph (10 km/h)).Fixed, associated with a message identifying the access, accompanied by an audible signal.A door or the tailgate is not properly closed (speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)).Seat belts not fastened/unfastenedFixed or flashing, accompanied by an increasing audible signal.A seat belt has not been fastened or has been unfastened.Manual parking brakeFixed.The parking brake is applied or not properly released.Electric parking brakeFixed.The electric parking brake is applied.Flashing.Application/release is faulty.Carry out (1): park on flat ground (on a level surface). With a manual gearbox, engage a gear.
14InstrumentsWith an automatic gearbox or drive selector, select modeP.Switch off the ignition and carry out (2).BrakingFixed.The brake fluid level in the braking circuit has dropped significantly.Carry out (1), then top up with fluid that complies with the manufacturer's recommendations. If the problem persists, carry out (2).Fixed.The electronic brake force distribution(EBFD) system is faulty.Carry out (1) and then (2).Orange warning/indicator lampsServiceTemporarily on, accompanied by the display of a message.One or more minor faults, for which there is/are no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected.Identify the cause of the fault using the message displayed on the instrument panel.You may be able to deal with some faults yourself, such as changing the battery in the remote control.For other faults, such as with the tyre under-inflation detection system, carry out (3).Fixed, accompanied by the display of a message.One or more major faults, for which there is/are no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected.Identify the cause of the fault using the message displayed on the instrument panel, then carry out (3).Fixed, accompanied by the message "Parking brake fault".Automatic release of the electric parking brake is unavailable.Carry out (2).Service warning lamp fixed and service spanner flashing then fixed.The servicing interval has been exceeded.The vehicle must be serviced as soon as possible.Only with BlueHDi Diesel engines.Engine pre-heating (Diesel)Temporarily on(up to approximately 30 seconds in severe weather conditions).When switching on the ignition, if the weather conditions and the engine temperature make it necessary.Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.When the warning lamp goes off, starting will occur immediately if you press and hold:–the clutch pedal with a manual gearbox.–the brake pedal with an automatic gearbox.If the engine does not start, make the engine starting request again, while keeping your foot on the pedal.Particle filter (Diesel)Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message about the risk of particle filter blockage.The particle filter is nearing saturation.As soon as traffic conditions permit, regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at least 37mph (60km/h) until the warning lamp goes off.Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating that the additive level in the particle filter is too low.The low level in the additive tank has been reached.Top up without delay: carry out (3).Low fuel level (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed, with the blocks lit red, accompanied by an audible signal (with the matrix instrument panel)orFixed, with the reserve level shown in red, accompanied by an audible signal and the display of a message (except with the matrix instrument panel).When it first comes on, there remains approximately 5 litres of fuel in the tank (reserve).Until the fuel level is topped up, this alert will be repeated every time the ignition is switched on, with increasing frequency as the fuel level decreases and approaches zero.Refuel without delay to avoid running out of fuel.
15Instruments1Never drive until completely empty, as this could damage the emissions control and injection systems.Low traction battery level (Electric)Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal.The state of charge of the traction battery is low.View the remaining range.Put the vehicle on charge as soon as possible.Tortoise mode with limited driving range (Electric)Fixed.The state of charge of the traction battery is critical.The engine power gradually decreases.You must put the vehicle on charge.If the warning lamp remains lit, carry out(2).Pedestrian horn (Electric)Fixed.Horn fault detected.Carry out (3).Engine self-diagnostic system (Petrol or Diesel)Flashing.The engine management system has a fault.There is a risk that the catalytic converter will be destroyed.You must carry out (2).Fixed.The emissions control system has a fault.The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.Carry out (3) without delay.Fixed.A minor engine fault has been detected.Carry out (3).AdBlue® (BlueHDi)On for around 30 seconds when starting the vehicle, accompanied by a message indicating the driving range.The driving range is between 1,500 and 500 miles (2,400 and 800km).Top up the AdBlue®.Fixed, on switching on the ignition, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating the driving range.The driving range is between 500 and 62 miles (800 and 100km).Promptly top up the AdBlue®, or carry out(3).Flashing, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating the driving range.The driving range is less than 62 miles (100km).You must top up the AdBlue® to avoid engine starting being prevented, or carry out(3).Flashing, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating that starting is prevented.The AdBlue® tank is empty: the legally required engine immobiliser system prevents the engine from starting.To restart the engine, top up the AdBlue® or carry out (2).It is essential to add at least 5 litres of AdBlue®to the tank.SCRemissions control system (BlueHDi)Fixed when the ignition is switched on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.A malfunction of the SCR emissions control system has been detected.This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions return to normal levels.Flashing AdBlue® warning lamp on switching on the ignition, with the Engine self-diagnostics warning lamp on fixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating the driving range.Depending on the message displayed, it is possible to drive for up to 685 miles (1,100km) before the engine immobiliser is triggered.Carry out (3) without delay, to avoid starting being prevented.Flashing AdBlue® warning lamp on switching on the ignition, with the Engine self-diagnostics warning lamp on fixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message indicating that starting is prevented.The engine immobiliser prevents the engine from restarting (the permitted driving limit has been exceeded after confirmation of a malfunction of the emissions control system).To start the engine, carry out (2).
16InstrumentsAutomatic functions deactivated(electric parking brake)Fixed.The "automatic application" (on switching off the engine) and "automatic release" (on acceleration) functions are deactivated.If automatic application/release is no longer possible:►Start the engine.►Use the control to apply the electric parking brake.►Take your foot fully off the brake pedal.►Hold the control pressed in the release direction for between 10 and 15 seconds.►Release the control.►Depress and hold the brake pedal.►Pull the control in the application direction for 2seconds.►Release the control and the brake pedal.Malfunction (with electric parking brake)Fixed, accompanied by the message "Parking brake fault".The vehicle cannot be immobilised with the engine running.If manual application and release commands are not working, the electric parking brake control is faulty.The automatic functions must be used at all times and are automatically reactivated in the event of a fault with the control.Carry out (2).Fixed, accompanied by the message "Parking brake fault".The electric parking brake is faulty: manual and automatic functions may not be working.When stationary, to immobilise the vehicle:►Pull the electric parking brake control and hold it for approximately 7 to 15 seconds, until the indicator lamp lights up on the instrument panel.If this procedure does not work, secure the vehicle:►Park on a level surface.►With a manual gearbox, engage a gear.►With an automatic gearbox or drive selector, selectP, then place the supplied chock against one of the wheels.Then carry out (2).Collision Risk Alert/Active Safety BrakeFixed, accompanied by the display of a message.The system has been deactivated via the touch screen (Driving/Vehicle menu).Flashing.The system activates and brakes the vehicle momentarily to reduce the speed of collision with the vehicle in front.For more information, refer to the Drivingsection.Fixed, accompanied by a message and an audible signal.The system has a fault.Carry out (3).Fixed.The system has a fault.If these warning lamps come on after the engine is switched off and then restarted, carry out (3).Anti-lock braking system (ABS)Fixed.The anti-lock braking system has a fault.The vehicle retains conventional braking.Drive carefully at moderate speed, then carry out (3).Power steeringFixed.The power steering has a fault.Drive carefully at moderate speed, then carry out (3).Dynamic stability control (DSC)/Anti-slip regulation (ASR)Fixed.The system is deactivated.The DSC/ASR system is reactivated automatically when the vehicle is restarted, and at speeds above approximately 31 mph (50km/h).At speeds below 31mph (50km/h), it can be reactivated manually.Flashing.DSC/ASR system regulation is activated in the event of a loss of grip or trajectory.Fixed.The DSC/ASR system has a fault.Carry out (3).
17Instruments1Emergency brake malfunction (with electric parking brake)Fixed, accompanied by the message "Parking brake fault".Emergency braking does not deliver optimal performance.If automatic release is not available, use manual release or carry out (3).Hill start assistFixed, accompanied by the message "Anti roll-back system fault".The system has a fault.Carry out (3).Active lane departure warning systemFixed.The system has been automatically deactivated or placed on standby.Flashing.You are about to cross a broken lane marking without operating the direction indicators.The system is activated, then corrects the trajectory on the side of the detected lane marking.For more information, refer to the Drivingsection.Fixed.The system has a fault.Carry out (3).Lane positioning assistFixed, accompanied by the Service warning lamp.The system has a fault.Carry out (3).AirbagsFixed.One of the airbags or seat belt pyrotechnic pretensioners is faulty.Carry out (3).Front passenger airbag(ON)Fixed.The front passenger airbag is activated.The control is set to the "ON" position.In this case, do not install a "rearward facing" child seat on the front passenger seat - risk of serious injury!Front passenger airbag(OFF)Fixed.The front passenger airbag is deactivated.The control is set to the “OFF” position.A "rearward facing" child seat can be installed, unless there is a fault with the airbags (Airbags warning lamp on).Parking sensorsFixed, accompanied by an onscreen message and an audible signal.The system is deactivated.Under-inflationFixed.The pressure in one or more tyres is too low.Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.Reinitialise the detection system after adjusting the pressure.Under-inflation warning lamp flashing then fixed and Service warning lamp fixed.The tyre pressure monitoring system is faulty.Under-inflation detection is no longer monitored.Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible and carry out (3).Stop & Start (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed, accompanied by the display of a message.The Stop & Start system has been deactivated manually.The engine will not switch off at the next traffic stop.Fixed.The Stop & Start system has been deactivated automatically.The engine will not switch off at the next traffic stop, if the exterior temperature is:–below 0°C.–above +35°C.For more information, refer to the Drivingsection.Flashing then fixed, accompanied by a message.The system has a fault.Carry out (3).
18InstrumentsWater in Diesel fuel filterFixed (with LCD instrument panels).The Diesel fuel filter contains water.Carry out (2) without delay. Risk of damaging the fuel injection system!IndicatorsService indicatorThe servicing information is expressed in terms of distance (miles or kilometres) and time (months or days).The alert is given at whichever of these two terms is reached first.The servicing information is displayed in the instrument panel. Depending on the version of the vehicle:–The distance recorder display line indicates the distance remaining before the next service is due, or the distance travelled since it was due preceded by the "-" sign.–An alert message indicates the distance remaining, as well as the period before the next service is due or how long it is overdue.The value indicated is calculated according to the distance covered and the time elapsed since the last service.The alert may also be triggered close to a due date.Automatic headlamp dippingFixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.A function or camera malfunction is detected.Carry out (2).Rear foglampFixed.The lamp is on.Green warning/indicator lampsStop & Start (Petrol or Diesel)Fixed.When the vehicle stops, the Stop & Start puts the engine into STOP mode.Flashing temporarily.STOP mode is momentarily unavailable or START mode is automatically triggered.For more information, refer to the Drivingsection.Vehicle ready to drive (Electric)Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal when it comes on.The vehicle is ready to drive and the thermal comfort systems are available.The indicator lamp goes out upon reaching a speed of approximately 3 mph (5km/h) and lights up again when the vehicle stops moving.The lamp will go out when you turn off the engine and exit the vehicle.Park AssistFixed.The function is active.For more information, refer to the Drivingsection.Lane positioning assistFixed.The function has been activated.All conditions have been met: the system is operating.For more information, refer to the Drivingsection.Automatic wipingFixed.Automatic windscreen wiping is activated.Direction indicatorsFlashing with audible signal.The direction indicators are on.SidelampsFixed.The lamps are on.Dipped beam headlampsFixed.The lamps are on.Automatic headlamp dippingFixed.The function has been activated via the touch screen (Driving/Vehicle menu).The lighting control stalk is in the "AUTO" position.For more information, refer to the Lighting and visibility section.Blue warning/indicator lampsMain beam headlampsFixed.The lamps are on.Black/white warning lampsFoot on the clutch(Petrol or Diesel)Fixed (with LCD instrument panels).Stop & Start: the change to START mode is rejected because the clutch pedal is not fully depressed.Fully depress the clutch pedal.Foot on the brakeFixed.Insufficient or no pressure on the brake pedal.With the EAT6 automatic gearbox, with the engine running, before releasing the parking brake, to move out of position P.With the EAT8 automatic gearbox or the drive selector, it may be necessary to depress the brake pedal to unlock the gearbox from mode N.This warning lamp will remain on if you attempt to release the parking brake without depressing the brake pedal.Automatic gearbox (EAT8) or Drive selector (Electric)Fixed.The automatic gearbox is locked.The drive selector is locked.You must press the Unlock button to unlock it.
Scroll to Top

Notice: Function WP_Scripts::add was called incorrectly. The script with the handle "elementor-pro-frontend" was enqueued with dependencies that are not registered: elementor-pro-webpack-runtime. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.9.1.) in /home/u918277800/domains/ownersmanual.store/public_html/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131