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Peugeot 5008 2009-2016 Owner's Manual Driving Electric parking brake

8Driving1515008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015The electric parking brake combines 2 operating modes:-Automatic application/releaseApplication is automatic when the engine stops, release is automatic on use of the accelerator,-Manual application/releaseThe parking brake can be applied / released manually by pulling control leverA.Electric parking brakeDeactivating automatic operationActivation / deactivation of automatic mode is done via the vehicle configuration menu (automatic mode is on by default).Deactivation is confirmed by illumination of this indicator lamp in the instrument panel, accompanied by the display of a message.If automatic mode is deactivated, the parking brake is then applied and released manually.Deactivation is recommended in particularly cold conditions (ice) and when towing (breakdown, caravan...). Where the automatic operation cannot be deactivated, refer to the "Parking the vehicle, brake released" section.For certain countries of sale, automatic application when the engine is switched off and automatic release when you press the accelerator can be deactivated.Label on the door panelBefore leaving the vehicle, check that parking brake applied indicator lamp is on in the instrument panel.Do not place any object (packet of cigarettes, telephone, ...) behind the electric brake control.
Driving1525008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015With the vehicle stationary, to apply the parking brake whether the engine is running or off, pullthe control lever A towards you.Application of the parking brake is confirmed by:-illumination of the parking brake applied indicator lamp,-illumination of the P indicator lamp in the control lever A,-display of the "Parking brake applied" message.Manual releaseWith the ignition on or the engine running, to release the parking brake, press the brakepedal or the accelerator, pull then release the control lever A.-the parking brake application indicator lamp going off,-the P indicator lamp in the control lever A going off,-the display of the "Parking brake released" message.Manual applicationBefore leaving the vehicle, check that parking brake indicator lamp and thePindicator lamp in the control lever A, are on.When the driver’s door is opened with the engine running, there is an audible signal and a message is displayed if the parking brake has not been applied (unless the selector lever is in positionP (Park) in the case of an automatic gearbox).If you pull the control lever A without pressing the brake pedal, the parking brake will not be released and a warning lamp will come on in the instrument panel.When the driver’s door is opened, an audible signal heard and a message is displayed if the parking brake has not been applied (unless the selector lever is in position P (Park) in the case of an automatic gearbox).Full application of the parking brake is confirmed by:To immobilise the vehicle, engine runningWith the engine running and the vehicle stationary, in order to immobilise the vehicle it is essential to manually apply the parking brake by pullingcontrol lever A.-illumination of the parking braking indicator lamp,-illumination of the P indicator lamp in the control lever A,-display of the "Parking brake applied" message.The application of the parking brake is confirmed by:
8Driving1535008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015Automatic application, engine offWith the vehicle stationary, the parking brake is automatically applied when the engine is switched off.-illumination of the parking brake applied indicator lamp,-illumination of the P indicator lamp in the control lever A,Automatic releaseThe electric parking brake releases automatically and progressively when you press the accelerator:FManual gearbox: press down fully on the clutch pedal, engage first gear or reverse, press on the accelerator pedal and move off.FElectronic gearbox: select position A, Mor R then press the accelerator pedal.FAutomatic gearbox: select position D, Mor R then press the accelerator pedal.-the parking brake application indicator lamp going off,-the P indicator lamp in the control lever A going off,-display of the "Parking brake applied" message.The characteristic noise of operation confirms the application of the electric parking brake.Full release of the parking brake is confirmed by:When stationary, with the engine running, do not press the accelerator pedal unnecessarily, as you may release the parking brake.Before leaving the vehicle, check that parking brake indicator lamp is on in the instrument panel.Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle with the ignition on, as they could release the parking brake.In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle or parking on a gradient, turn the front wheels towards the pavement and engage a gear when you park.Maximum applicationIf necessary, you can make a maximum application of the parking brake. It is obtained by means of a long pull on the control leverA, until you see the message "Parking brake applied" and a beep is heard.Maximum application is essential:-in the case of a vehicle towing a caravan or a trailer, if the automatic functions are activated but you are applying the parking brake manually,-when the gradient you are parked on is variable in its effect (e.g. on a ferry, in a lorry, during towing).In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle or parking on a gradient, make a maximum application of the parking brake then turn the front wheels towards the pavement and engage a gear when you park.After a maximum application, the release time will be longer.-the display of the "Parking brake released" message.The application of the parking brake is confirmed by:
Driving1545008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015Emergency brakingIn the event of a failure of the main service brake or in an exceptional situation (e.g. driver taken ill, under instruction, etc) a continuous pullon the control leverAwill stop the vehicle.The dynamic stability control (DSC) provides stability during emergency braking.If there is a fault with the emergency braking, one of the following messages will be displayed:-"Parking brake faulty".-"Parking brake control faulty".If a failure of the DSC system is signalled by the illumination of this warning lamp, then braking stability is not guaranteed.In this event, stability must be assured by the driver by repeating alternate "pull-release" actions on control lever A.Particular situationsParking the vehicle, brake releasedTo release the parking brake:FSwitch the ignition on without starting the engine.FPress the brake pedal and release the parking brake by pulling then releasing control lever A.The full release of the parking brake is confirmed by the indicator lamp in the control lever A and the indicator lamp in the instrument panel going off and the display of the "Parking brake released" message.Emergency braking must only be used in exceptional circumstances.
8Driving1555008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015Hill start assistOperationOn an ascending slope, with the vehicle stationary, the vehicle is held for a momentarily when you release the brake pedal:-provided you are in first gear or neutral on a manual gearbox,-provided you are in position A or M on an electronic gearbox,-provided you are in position D or M on an automatic gearbox.On a descending slope, with the vehicle stationary and reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held momentarily when you release the brake pedal.Operating faultIf a fault in the system occurs, these warning lamps come on. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system checked.System which keeps your vehicle immobilised temporarily (approximately 2 seconds) when starting on a gradient, the time it takes to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.This system only operates when:-the vehicle is completely stationary, with your foot on the brake pedal,-in particular conditions on a slope,-with the driver’s door closed.The hill start assist system cannot be deactivated.Do not exit the vehicle while it is being held in the hill start assist phase.If you need to exit the vehicle with the engine running, apply the parking brake manually then ensure that the parking brake warning lamp (and the warning lamp P in the lever of the electric parking brake) are on fixed (not flashing).
Driving1565008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015Operating faultsIf the electric parking brake fault warning lamp comes on together with one or more of the warning lamps presented in these tables, place the vehicle in a safe condition (on level ground, gear engaged) and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.SituationsConsequencesDisplay of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the following warning lamps:-The automatic functions are deactivated.-Hill start assist is not available.-The electric parking brake can only be used manually.Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the following warning lamps:-Manual release of the electric parking brake is only available by pressing the accelerator pedal and releasing the control.-Hill start assist is not available.-The automatic functions and the manual application are still available.Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the following warning lamps:-The automatic functions are deactivated.-Hill start assist is not available.To apply the electric parking brake:FImmobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.FPull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is complete.FSwitch on the ignition and check the switching on of the electric parking brake warning lamps.The application is slower than during normal operation.To release the electric parking brake:FSwitch on the ignition.FPull the control and hold it for approximately 3 seconds then release it.If the braking warning lamp is flashing or if the warning lamps do not come on with the ignition on, these procedures will not work. Place the vehicle on level ground and have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.and possiblyflashing
8Driving1575008_en_Chap08_conduite_ed01-2015SituationsConsequencesDisplay of the message "Parking brake control fault - auto parking brake activated" and of the following warning lamps:-Only the automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic release on acceleration functions are available.-The manual application/release of the electric parking brake and the emergency braking are not available.and possiblyflashingBattery fault-If the battery warning lamp comes on you must stop immediately, as soon as the traffic allows. Stop and immobilise your vehicle (if necessary, depending on version, place the a chock against one of the wheels).-Apply the electric parking brake before switching off the engine.
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