Peugeot 508 (2016 year). Manual — part 16

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F Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient

space between the wheel and the ground
to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel
easily.

F Remove the bolts and store them in a clean

place.

F Remove the wheel.

F extend the jack 2 until its head comes into

contact with the jacking point A or B used;
the vehicle's contact surface at A or B must
engage with the central part of the head of
the jack.

ensure that the jack is stable. If the
ground is slippery or loose, the jack
might slip or drop - Risk of injury!
take care to position the jack only at
one of the vehicle's jacking points A
or B under the vehicle, ensuring that the
contact surface of the vehicle's jacking
point is centred on the head of the jack.
Otherwise there is a risk of damage to
the vehicle and/or that the jack might
drop - Risk of injury!

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Fitting a wheel

Fitting the "space-saver"
spare wheel

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
when tightening the bolts on fitting, it
is normal to notice that the washers
do not come into contact with the
"space-saver" spare wheel. the wheel
is secured by the conical surface of
each bolt.

After changing a wheel

to store the punctured wheel in the
boot correctly, first remove the central
cover.
When using the "space-saver" type
spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked
by a PeugeOt dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and refitted to the vehicle as soon as
possible.

F Put the wheel in place on the hub.
F Screw in the bolts fully by hand.
F Pre-tighten the security bolt using the

wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 4.

F Pre-tighten the other bolts using the

wheelbrace 1 only.

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F Lower the vehicle fully.
F Fold the jack 2 and detach it.

F tighten the security bolt using the

wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 4.

F tighten the other bolts using the

wheelbrace 1 only.

F Refit the wheel bolt cover to each of the

bolts (according to equipment).

F Store the tools in the box.

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Changing a bulb

Front lamps

Model with "full LED" technology
headlamps

1. Additional lighting.
2. Dipped beam headlamps.
3. Main beam headlamps.
4. Daytime running lamps.
5. Direction indicators / Sidelamps.
6. Front foglamps.

In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal surface of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps
is normal; it disappears after the lamps
have been on for a few minutes.

For the replacement of these light-
emitting diode (LeD) lamps, contact
a PeugeOt dealer or a qualified
workshop.

All of these lamps use light-emitting
diodes - LeDs.

Model with halogen headlamps

1. Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).
2. Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).
3. Daytime running lamps (LEDs).
4. Direction indicators / Sidelamps (LEDs).
5. Foglamps (LEDs).

For H7 type bulbs with lugs, take care to
observe their correct installation so as to
ensure the best lighting performance.

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Non-hybrid RHX model (lower
part)

1. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps

(LEDs).

2. Direction indicators (LEDs).

the headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
F do not clean them using a dry

or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,

F use a sponge and soapy water or a

pH neutral product,

F when using a high pressure washer

on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.

Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F Do not touch the bulb directly with

your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.

It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (uV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.

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Main beam headlamps

F Remove the protective plastic cover by

pulling on the tab.

F unclip the bulb connector.
F Remove the bulb by pulling it out and

change it.

Integrated direction
indicator side repeaters

Door mirror spotlamps

You should contact a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop for the replacement of the
light emitting diode - LeD.

For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Dipped beam headlamp

Halogen model

F Remove the protective plastic cover by

pulling on the tab.

F unclip the bulb connector.
F extract the bulb by pulling and change it.

For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

For the left hand headlamp, it is
necessary to remove the battery.
Refer to the corresponding section.

You should contact a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop for the replacement of these
bulbs.

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1. Brake lamps

(light emitting diodes - LEDs).

2. Sidelamps

(light emitting diodes - LEDs).

3. Direction indicators

(PY21W amber).

4. Foglamps

(light-emitting diodes) /

Reversing lamps (W16W).

Rear lamps (Saloon)

Direction indicators and reversing lamp

Direction indicators

Reversing lamp

Light emitting diodes-LEDs

For replacement, contact a PeugeOt
dealer or qualified workshop.

F Open the boot, then the plastic cover.
F Remove the two lamp unit fixing nuts.
F extract the lamp unit carefully from the

outside.

F Disconnect the electrical connector.
F Spread the tabs and remove the bulb

holder.

F turn the bulb a quarter of a turn and pull it

out.

For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

-

Remove the direction indicator bulb holder,
as described above.

-

turn the bulb a quarter of a turn and
change it.

to reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

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1. Brake lamps (light emitting diodes -

LEDs).

2. Reversing lamps (W19W).
3. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).
4. Sidelamps (light emitting diodes -

LEDs).

5. Foglamps (light emitting diodes - LEDs).

Rear lamps (SW and non-hybrid RXH)

F Open the boot then remove the access

cover.

F Remove the sealing foam.
F Disconnect the lamp connector.
F Remove the lamp fixing nut.

Direction indicators
(on the wings)

F Carefully remove the lamp unit from

outside.

F Remove the sealing foam.
F unclip the bulb holder.
F turn the bulb a quarter of a turn and pull

it out.

For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Light emitting diodes-LEDs

For replacement, contact a PeugeOt
dealer or qualified workshop.

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Reversing lamp (tailgate)

F Open the tailgate and then remove the

access cover.

F Disconnect the lamp connector.
F Remove the lamp fixing nut.

F Carefully remove the lamp from the

outside.

F Remove the sealing foam.

F turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and

pull it out.

For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

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Third brake lamp (light emitting
diodes - LEDs)

Contact a PeugeOt dealer or qualified
workshop.

Number plate lamps

F Insert a thin screwdriver into one of the

outer holes of the lens.

F Push it outwards to unclip.
F Disconnect the lamp connector.
F Remove the lens.
F Pull the bulb out and change it.

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Changing a fuse

Procedure for replacing a failed fuse with a new fuse to rectify a failure of the corresponding function.

the extraction tweezer and spare fuses are
located in the glove box.

Access to the tools

Before changing a fuse, the cause of the failure
must be identified and rectified.
F Identify the failed fuse by checking the

condition of its filament.

Changing a fuse

Good

Failed

F use the special tweezer to extract the fuse

from its housing.

F Always replace the faulty fuse with a fuse

of the same rating.

F Check that the number marked on the

fusebox, the rating marked on the fuse and
the following tables all agree.

PeugeOt will not accept responsibility
for the cost incurred in repairing your
vehicle or for rectifying malfunctions
resulting from the installation of
accessories not supplied and not
recommended by PeugeOt and
not installed in accordance with its
instructions, in particular when the
combined consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected
exceeds 10 milliamperes.

Installing electrical
accessories

Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a PeugeOt dealer or
a qualified workshop.

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Dashboard fuses

the fusebox is placed in the lower dashboard
(left-hand side).

Access to the fuses

F Open the hinged panel, then apply light

force to bypass the stops.

Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

F6 A or B

15

Audio system.

F8

3

Alarm.

F13

10

Front cigar lighter.

F14

10

Front 12 V socket.

F16

3

Rear courtesy lamp, rear map reading lamps.

F17

3

Front courtesy lamp, courtesy mirror.

F28 A or B

15

Audio system.

F30

20

Rear wiper.

F32

10

Audio amplifier.

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Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

F3

15

Driver's electric window panel, 12 V socket for rear seats.

F4

15

12 V socket in boot.

F5

30

One-touch rear window.

F6

30

One-touch front window.

F11

20

trailer unit.

F12

20

Audio amplifier.

F15

20

Panoramic sunroof blind
(SW and non-hybrid RXH).

F16

5

Driver's electric window switch panel.

Fuses behind the glove box

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Engine compartment fuses

Access to the fuses

F unclip the cover.
F Change the fuse (see corresponding

paragraph).

F When you have finished, close the cover

carefully to ensure correct sealing of the
fusebox.

Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

F20

15

Front / rear screenwash pump.

F21

20

Headlamp wash pump.

F22

15

Horn.

F23

13

Right-hand main beam headlamp.

F24

15

Left-hand main beam headlamp.

the fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.

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12 V battery

Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried
out only by a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop.

the battery is located under the bonnet.
to gain access to it:
F open the bonnet using the interior release

lever, then the exterior safety catch,

F remove the plastic cover on the (+)

terminal,

F if necessary, unclip the fusebox to remove

the battery.

Access to the battery

Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged 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, so as to avoid the risk of
explosion or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.

Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
they must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and must
not, in any circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection
point.

General points

Lead-acid starter batteries

If your vehicle has an automatic
gearbox, do not try to start the engine
by pushing the vehicle.

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Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.

F Connect the other end of the green or black

cable to the earth point C on the broken
down vehicle.

F Start the engine of the vehicle with the

good battery and leave it running for a
few minutes.

F Operate the starter on the broken down

vehicle and let the engine run.

If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few
moments before trying again.

When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a slave battery
(external or on another vehicle) and jump lead
cables or a battery booster.

Starting using another
battery

Never try to start the engine by
connecting a battery charger.
Never use a 24 V or higher battery
booster.
First check that the slave 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 the electrical consumers on
both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, ...).
ensure that the jump lead cables do
not pass close to moving parts of the
engine (cooling fan, belts, ...).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when
the engine is running.

F Raise the plastic cover on the (+) terminal,

if your vehicle has one.

F Connect the red cable to the positive

terminal (+) of the flat battery A (at
the metal elbow) then to the positive
terminal (+) of the slave battery B or the
booster.

F Connect one end of the green or black

cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
slave battery B or the booster (or earth
point on the other vehicle).

F Wait until the engine returns to idle then

disconnect the jump lead cables in the
reverse order.

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

your vehicle has one.

F Allow the engine to run for at least

30 minutes, by driving or with the vehicle
stationary, so that the battery reaches an
adequate state of charge.