Peugeot 2008 (2016 year). Instruction — part 15

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Towing a trailer

We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved
from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.

Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.

Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more advice on driving when
towing, refer to the corresponding
section.

You must observe the maximum trailer
weight, indicated on the registration
certificate or in the technical
specification for your vehicle.

For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.

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When towing

Distribution of loads

F Distribute the load in the trailer so that the

heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches
the maximum permitted without
exceeding it.

Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.

Side wind

F Take into account the increased sensitivity

to side wind.

For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.

Cooling

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F To lower the engine speed, reduce your

speed.

The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.

F If the warning lamp and the

STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.

Braking

Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.

Tyres

F Check the tyre pressures of the towing

vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.

Lighting

F Check the electrical lighting and signalling

on the trailer and the headlamp beam
height of your vehicle.

For more information on adjusting the
headlamp beam height, refer to the
corresponding section.

The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
PEUGEOT towbar is used.

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Towbar with quickly detachable towball

Presentation

This towbar allows the towball to be fitted and
removed quickly and easily without the use
of tools. Installed behind the rear bumper, the
towbar is invisible after removing the towball
and folding the trailer harness socket carrier.

1. Carrier.
2. Protective blanking plug.
3. Security ring.
4. Folding trailer harness socket.
5. Detachable towball.
6. Locking / unlocking wheel.
7. Security key lock.
8. Ball protector.
9. Storage bag.

A. Locked position

The locking wheel is not in contact with the
towball (gap of about 5 mm).
The green mark is visible.
The lock for the locking wheel is facing
rearward.
The bolt is visible and extends beyond the
towball.

B. Unlocked position

The locking wheel is in contact with the towball.
The green mark is hidden.
The lock for the locking wheel is facing forward.
The peg is not visible.

Observe the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.

For more information on the technical
characteristics of the towbar (its
maximum load, ...), refer to the
corresponding section.
For information on safely towing a
trailer, refer to the corresponding
section.

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Fitting the towball

Remove the protective blanking plug from the
carrier and check the condition of the fixing
system. If necessary, clean the carrier with a
brush or clean cloth.
Take the towball from the storage bag.
Remove the protective cover from the ball.
Stow the plug and cover in the storage bag.
Check that the towball is unlocked (position B).
If not, insert the key in the lock and turn the
key clockwise to unlock the mechanism.
Then press the locking wheel and turn it fully
clockwise.

Before each use

Check that the towball is correctly fitted by
verifying the following points:
-

the towball is correctly locked in place
(position A),

-

the security key lock is on and the key
removed; the locking wheel can no
longer be operated,

-

the towball must no longer move at all in
its carrier; try to shake it by hand.

During use

Never unlock the towball when a trailer or
load carrier is fitted.
Never exceed the maximum authorised
weight for the vehicle plus trailer (Gross
Train Weight - GTW).
Before driving, check the adjustment of the
headlamp beam height.
For more information on adjusting the
headlamps, refer to the corresponding
section.

After use

For journeys made without a trailer or load
carrier, the trailer harness socket must be
folded away, the towball removed and the
protective blanking plug inserted in the
carrier. This measure applies particularly
if the towball could hinder visibility of the
number plate or lighting.

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Take the towball in both hands; insert the end
of the towball into the carrier, then, to ensure
that it has correctly locked in place, pull firmly
down on the ball end of the towball.
The locking wheel automatically turns a quarter
of a turn anti-clockwise, making a perceptible
click; take care to keep your hands clear.

Check that the towball has correctly locked in
place (position A).
Turn the key anti-clockwise to lock the towball
fixing mechanism.
Always remove the key and keep it in a safe
place.
If the key cannot be turned or removed, this
means that the towball is not fitted correctly;
start the procedure again.
If one of the locking conditions is not met, start
the procedure again.
In all cases, if the marking remains red, do not
use the towbar and contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.

Attach the trailer to the towball.
Attach the cable on the trailer to the security
ring located on the carrier.
Lower the trailer harness socket carrier by
pulling down on the ring visible below the
bumper.
Remove the protective cover from the socket
and connect the trailer wiring harness.

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Removing the towball

Disconnect the trailer harness from the socket
on the carrier.
Detach the cable on the trailer from the security
ring on the carrier.
Unhook the trailer from the towball.
Return the trailer harness connector carrier to
the folded position.

Insert the key into the lock.
Turn the key clockwise to unlock the towball
fixing mechanism.

Grasp the towball firmly with one hand; with
the other hand, press and turn the locking
wheel clockwise as far as it will go.
Extract the towball from the bracket.
Remove the key to avoid it being damaged
when stowing the towball.

Be ready for the weight of the towball
(around 3.5 kg). Risk of injury!

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Refit the protective cover for the ball.
Stow the towball in its bag.
Refit the protective blanking plug to the carrier.

Maintenance

Correct operation is only possible if the towball
and its carrier remain clean.
Before cleaning the vehicle with a high pressure
jet wash, the towbar harness socket carrier must
be folded away, the towball removed and the
protective blanking plug inserted in the carrier.

Never leave the removable towball
unsecured in the boot. In the event of
sudden braking, a towball left loose
in the boot could present a danger to
passengers in the vehicle.
Furthermore, the towball and the boot
risk being damaged.

For any work on the towbar, go to
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Stowing the towball

It is recommended that the removable towball
be safely stowed, preferably in a storage space
below the boot floor.
Attach the towball using the bag tie cord.

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Fitting roof bars

Maximum authorised weight on the roof
bars, for a loading height not exceeding
40 cm (with the exception of bicycle
carriers): refer to the instructions
provided with the roof bars.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the
speed of the vehicle to the profile of the
road to avoid damaging the roof bars
and the fixings on the roof.
Be sure to refer to national legislation in
order to comply with the regulations for
transporting objects which are longer
than the vehicle.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for the installation of longitudinal bars.
To install transverse roof bars, observe the fitting positions indicated by markings on the
longitudinal roof bars.

Use accessories recommended by
PEUGEOT, observing the manufacturer's
recommendations and fitting instructions
so as to avoid the risk of damaging the
body (deformation, scratches, ...).
To place a load on the roof, it is
necessary to mount the load on the
transverse roof bars.
The longitudinal roof bars are not
removable.

Advice on care and maintenance

Recommendations on the care and
maintenance of your vehicle are given in the
warranty and maintenance record.

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Accessories

A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the PEUGEOT dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from PEUGEOT's
recommendation and warranty.

Conversion kits

You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to convert a
private car into a trade vehicle.

"Comfort":

door deflectors, side blinds and rear blind,
cigarette lighter, boot dividers, coat hanger
fixed to head restraint, front and rear parking
sensors...

"Transport solutions":

boot liner, luggage net, roof bars, bicycle
carrier on roof bars, ski carrier, roof box, .

*

To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and

secured correctly,

- never fit one mat on top of another.

"Styling":

gear lever knob, spoiler, styling strips, alloy
wheels, trims, chromed mirror shells, mirror
personalisation kits, wheel caps and exterior
stickers. .

"Safety and security":

anti-theft alarm, window engraving, wheel
security bolts, child seats and booster
cushions, breathalyzer, first aid kit, warning
triangle, high visibility jacket, stolen vehicle
tracking system, temporary puncture repair kit,
snow chains, non-slip covers, front foglamps
kit, dog guard...

"Protection":

mats*, seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, door sill protectors, bumper
protection strips, aluminium foot rest...

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The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recommended
by PEUGEOT may result in a failure of
your vehicle's electronic system and
excessive electrical consumption.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer
for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.

Installation of radio
communication
transmitters

Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a PEUGEOT dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC).

Depending on the legislation in force in
the country, certain safety equipment
may be compulsory: high visibility
safety vests, warning triangles,
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps
at the rear of the vehicle.

By visiting a PEUGEOT dealer, you can also
obtain products for cleaning and maintenance
(exterior and interior) - including ecological
products in the "TECHNATURE" range, topping
up products (screenwash...), touch-up pens
and paint aerosols for the exact colour of your
vehicle, refills (cartridge for the temporary
puncture repair kit...), ...

"Multimedia":

audio systems, portable satellite navigation
systems, semi-integral support for portable
satellite navigation system, hands-free kit,
speakers, DVD player, connection kit for MP3
or CD player, CD player for touch screen...

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Bonnet

Before doing anything under the
bonnet, deactivate the Stop & Start
system to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from an automatic change to
START mode.

Closing

F Take the stay C out of its support slot.
F Clip the stay back into its housing.
F Lower the bonnet and release it at the end

of its travel.

F Pull the bonnet to check that it has latched

correctly.

F Lift the safety catch B and raise the

bonnet.

Do not open the bonnet under very
windy conditions.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).

Opening

B. Exterior safety catch.

A. Interior release lever.

Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.

The location of the interior release lever
prevents opening of the bonnet when
the left hand front door is closed.

C. Bonnet stay.

F Unclip the stay C from its housing and

place it in the support slot to hold the
bonnet open.

F Open the left hand front door.
F Pull the release lever A, located at the

bottom of the door aperture, towards you.

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1. Screenwash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3. Brake fluid reservoir.
4. Battery / Fuses.
5. Fusebox.
6. Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick.
8. Engine oil filler cap.

Petrol engines

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1. Screenwash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3. Brake fluid reservoir.
4. Battery / Fuses.
5. Fusebox.
6. Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick.
8. Engine oil filler cap.
9. Priming pump (depending on engine).

Diesel engines

The AdBlue

®

tank is located in the

boot below the spare wheel and/or the
storage well.

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Checking levels

Oil level

The check is carried out either when the
ignition is switched on using the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel (depending
on version), or using the dipstick.

Engine oil change

Refer to the warranty and maintenance record
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.

Oil specification

The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.

The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MAX" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.

Brake fluid

Changing the fluid

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.

Take care when working under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could start at
any time (even with the ignition off).

Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

It is normal to top up the oil level
between two services (or oil changes).
PEUGEOT recommends that you check
the level, and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 kms).

It will only be correct if the vehicle is on level
ground and the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.

Fluid specification

The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.

Level

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Coolant level

The coolant level should be close
to the "MAX" mark but should never
exceed it.

In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out
any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level.

Changing the coolant

The coolant does not have to be replaced at
routine services.

Fluid specification

The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.

Fluid specification

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you
use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.

Screenwash fluid level

Top up the level when necessary.

When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.

The cooling fan may start after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades.