Peugeot 508 Dag (2010.5). Instruction — part 9

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Hill start assist

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:
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the vehicle is completely stationary, with
your foot on the brake pedal,

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in particular conditions on a slope,

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with the driver’s door closed.

The hill start assist system cannot be
deactivated.

On an ascending slope, with the vehicle
stationary, the vehicle is held for a momentarily
when you release the brake pedal:
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provided you are in first gear or neutral on
a manual gearbox,

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provided you are in A or M on an electronic
gear control gearbox,

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provided you are in D or M on an automatic
gearbox.

Operation

On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationary and reverse gear engaged, the
vehicle is held momentarily when you
release the brake pedal.

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).

Operating fault

If a fault in the system occurs, these warning
lamps come on. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop to have the system
checked.

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Head-up display

System which projects various information onto
a smoked strip in the field of vision of the driver
so that they do not have to take their eyes off
the road.
This system operates when the engine is
running and the settings are stored when the
ignition is switched off.

1. Head-up display on.
2. Head-up display off (long press).
3. Brightness adjustment.
4. Display height adjustment.

Buttons

Once the system has been activated, the
following information is grouped together in the
head-up display:
A. The speed of your vehicle.
B. Cruise control/speed limiter information.

Displays during operation

C. Navigation information (according to

version).

For more information on the navigation
system, refer to the "Audio and
telematic" section.

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With the engine running, press button 1 to

activate the system and deploy the strip.

 Press and hold button 2 to deactivate the

system and retract the strip.

The activated/deactivated state is saved and
restored on restarting the engine.

Activation/Deactivation

 With the engine running, adjust the

brightness of the information displayed
using buttons 3 :
- the "sun" to increase the brightness,
- the "moon" to decrease the brightness.

Brightness adjustment

We recommend that adjustments are
made using these buttons only when
the vehicle is stationary.
When stationary or while driving, no
objects should be placed around the
strip (or in its recess) so as to not
impede deployment of the strip and its
correct operation.

In certain extreme weather conditions
(rain and/or snow, bright sunshine, ...)
the head-up display may not be legible
or may suffer temporary interference.
Certain glasses (sunglasses,
spectacles or polarised lenses) may
hamper reading of the information.
To clean the strip, which is made
of organic glass, use a clean, soft
cloth (such as a spectacles cloth or
microfibre cloth). Do not use a dry or
abrasive cloth or detergent or solvent
products as these could scratch the
strip or damage the non-reflective
coating.

Height adjustment

 With the engine running, adjust the display

to the desired height using buttons 4 :
- up to move the display up,
- down to move the display down.

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Memorising speeds

This memorising of speeds applies to both the speed limiter and the cruise control.

You can memorise up to 5 speeds in the
system.
By default, some speeds are already
memorised.
 Go to the main menu in the instrument

panel screen by pressing the "MENU"
button.

 Select the "Personalisation-configuration"

menu and confirm.

To select a memorised speed:
 press and hold the " + " or

" - " button; the system stops
at the nearest memorised
speed,

For safety reasons, when using the
monochrome screen C the driver must
only carry out these operations when
stationary.
These operations are only possible
when stationary, when using the central
colour screen associated with the
satellite navigation system.

Operation

 Select "Vehicle parameters" menu and

confirm.

 Select the "Driving assistance" line and

conform.

 Select the "Speeds memorised" line and

confirm.

 Modify the speed.
 Select " OK " and confirm to save the

modifications.

Selection

 press and hold again the " + " or " - " button to

select another memorised speed.

A reminder of the speed and the state of the
system (on/off) is displayed in the instrument
panel.

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Speed limiter

System which prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the driver.
When the programmed speed limit is reached,
pressing the accelerator pedal no longer
has any effect unless it is pressed firmly,
which allows you to temporarily exceed the
programmed speed.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
slow down to a speed below the programmed
speed by releasing the accelerator.

The speed limiter is switched on manually:
It requires a programmed speed of at least
20 mph (30 km/h).

The speed limiter is switched off by manual

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operation of the control.

The programmed speed remains in the memory
when the ignition is switched off.

The speed limiter cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need to observe speed limits,
nor can it replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the driver.

This information also appears in the
head-up display.
For more information on the head-up
display, refer to the relevant page in this
"Driving" section.

1. Speed limiter mode selection button
2. Programmed value decrease button
3. Programmed value increase button
4. Suspend/restore speed limiter (pause)
5. Speed limiter off button

Steering mounted controls

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.

Displays in the instrument panel

A. Speed limiter on/off indication
B. Speed limiter mode selection indication
C. Programmed speed value

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 Press 1 , the speed limiter mode is

activated but is not switched on (OFF).

You do not have to switch the speed limiter
on in order to set the speed.
 Set the speed value by pressing button 2

or 3 (e.g.: 55 mph (90 km/h)).

Programming

Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed speed will not have
any effect unless you press the pedal firmly past the

mly

point of resistance .

The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the programmed speed, which
is still displayed, flashes.
Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the
programmed speed.

Off/Return to normal
driving

 Press 5 , the speed limiter is deactivated.

On a steep descent or in the event of
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter will
not be able to prevent the vehicle from
exceeding the programmed speed.
The use of mats not approved by
PEUGEOT may adversely affect the
normal operation of the accelerator pedal
and impede the operation of the speed
limiter.
Mats approved by PEUGEOT have a third
fixing in the area of the pedals to avoid any
risk of interference with the pedals.

In the event of a speed limiter fault, the speed
is cleared resulting in flashing of the dashes.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Operating fault

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3 :
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by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

-

by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

-

in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.

 Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button 4 .
 Suspend the speed limiter by pressing button 4 : the screen

confirms the suspension with "Pause".

 Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4 again.

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Cruise control

System which automatically maintains the
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed
by the driver, without any action on the
accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on manually: it
requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40 km/h) and the engaging:
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4th gear or higher on a manual gearbox,

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2nd gear or higher on an electronic gear
control gearbox or automatic gearbox,

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position A on the electronic gear control
gearbox or D on the automatic gearbox.

The cruise control is switched off manually

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or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or
on triggering of the ESP system for safety
reasons.

It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.

Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.

1. Cruise control mode selection button
2. Speed programming/programmed value

decrease button

3. Speed programming/programmed value

increase button

4. Cruise control suspension/resume button

(pause)

5. Cruise control off button

Steering mounted controls

The cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need to
observe speed limits, nor can it replace
the need for vigilance and responsibility
on the part of the driver.

This information also appears in the
head-up display.
For more information on the head-up
display, refer to the relevant page in this
"Driving" section.

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.

Displays in the instrument panel

A. Cruise control on/off indication
B. Cruise control mode selection indication
C. Programmed speed value

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 Press 1 , the cruise control is activated

but is not switched on (OFF).

 Set the programmed speed by

accelerating to the required speed,
then press button 2 or 3 (e.g.: 70 mph
(110 km/h)).

Programming

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3 :
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by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

-

by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

-

in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
 Pause the cruise control by pressing button 4 : the screen

confirms the suspension with with "Pause".

 Switch the cruise control back on by pressing button 4 again.

Exceeding the programmed speed

Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed speed results in
flashing of this speed on the display.
Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the speed.

When the cruise control is switched on,
be careful if you maintain the pressure
on one of the programmed speed
changing buttons: this may result in a
very rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
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ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,

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never fit one mat on top of another.

In the event of a cruise control fault, the speed
is cleared resulting in flashing of the dashes.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Operating fault

Off/Return to normal driving

 Press 5 ; cruise control mode is deactivated The screen returns to

the distance recorder.

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obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.) which
comes within the field of detection of sensors
located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (stake, roadworks
cone, etc.) detected initially will no longer be
detected at the end of the manoeuvre due to
the presence of blind spots.

Parking sensors

This function cannot, in any
circumstances, take the place of the
vigilance and responsibility of the driver.

The system is switched on by engaging reverse
gear. This is accompanied by an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you exit
reverse gear.

Rear parking sensors

Audible assistance

The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of which
increases as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right or
left) indicates the side on which the obstacle is
located.
When the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle becomes less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes
continuous.

Visual assistance

This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the multifunction screen
which move progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is near, the "Danger"
symbol is also displayed in the screen.

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In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is
engaged, an audible signal (long beep)
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
When the vehicle is moving at a speed
below 6 mph (10 km/h), certain sound
sources (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic
drill, etc.) may trigger the audible
signals of the parking sensor system.

If an operating fault occurs,
when reverse gear is
engaged this warning lamp

is displayed in the instrument panel and/or a
message appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Operating fault

In addition to the rear parking sensors, the front
parking sensors are triggered when an obstacle
is detected in front and the speed of the vehicle
is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The sound emitted by the speaker (front or
rear) indicates whether the obstacle is in front
or behind.
The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds
in forward gear, if no further obstacles are
detected or when the speed of the vehicle
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).

Front parking sensors

The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed
or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by PEUGEOT).

Deactivation/Activation of the
front and rear parking sensors

The function is deactivated by pressing this
button. The indicator lamp on the button comes
on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the
function. The indicator lamp on the button
switches off.

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available between two vehicles or obstacles. It
measures the size of the space and gives you
information on:
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the possibility of fitting into a free space,
depending on the dimensions of your
vehicle and the distances needed for
manoeuvring,

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the level of difficulty of the parking
manoeuvre.

The system does not measure spaces which
are clearly much smaller or larger than the size
of the vehicle.

The warning lamp in the control A
can have two different states:

Displays

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on fixed: the system is switched on by a
press on control A .

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off: the system is not switched on.

Parking space sensors

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Operation

When you have identified a parking space:
 Engage a gear on a manual gearbox or put

the gear lever in position A (electronic gear
control gearbox) or in position D (automatic
gearbox).

 Press button A to start the system.
 Operate the direction indicator on the

side where the space is to be measured;
a message is displayed and the warning
lamp flashes to confirm that measurement
is in progress.

 During measurement, go forward the

length of the space, at a speed less than
12 mph (20 km/h), to prepare for your
manoeuvre.

 Once the measurement has been

completed, the system informs you of
the level of difficulty of the manoeuvre
by a message in the multifunction screen
accompanied by an audible signal.

The system displays one of the following messages:

Parking possible

Parking difficult

Parking not advised

If the lateral distance between your
vehicle and the parking space is too
great, the system may not be able to
measure the space.

The system remains available after
each measurement and can therefore
measure several spaces in succession.
In poor or wintry weather, ensure that
the sensors are free of dirt, ice or snow.
The parking space sensor system
deactivates the front parking sensors
when measuring forwards.
If there is a fault, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

The system switches itself off automatically:
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when you engage reverse gear,

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when you switch off the ignition,

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if measuring is not requested,

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within five minutes of switching on the
system,

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if the vehicle speed exceeds the threshold
of 45 mph (70 km/h) for one minute.

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Lighting controls

System for selection and control of the various front and rear lamps providing the vehicle's lighting and signalling.

Main lighting

The various front and rear lamps of the vehicle
are designed to provide the best visibility for the
driver and to signal the presence of the vehicle
to other road users:
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sidelamps, to be seen,

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dipped beam headlamps to see without
dazzling other drivers,

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main beam headlamps to see clearly when
the road is clear,

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directional headlamps for improved
visibility when cornering.

Additional lighting

Other lamps are installed to fulfil the
requirements of particular driving conditions:
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rear foglamps to better signal the presence
of the vehicle in foggy conditions,

-

front foglamps for better visibility in foggy
conditions and to improve lighting at
intersections and when parking,

-

daytime running lamps to be seen during
the day.

Automatic lighting
functions

Various automatic lighting functions are also
available depending on options:
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guide-me-home lighting,

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directional headlamps,

-

welcome lighting,

-

daytime running lamps,

-

automatic illumination of headlamps,

-

automatic headlamp dipping.

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Model without AUTO lighting

Model with AUTO lighting

Selection ring for main lighting
mode

Turn the ring to position the symbol required
facing the mark.

Lighting off.

Automatic illumination of headlamps.

Sidelamps only.

Dipped or main beam headlamps.

Stalk for switching headlamps

Pull the stalk to switch the lighting between
dipped/main beam headlamps.

In the lighting off and sidelamps modes, the
driver can switch on the main beam headlamps
temporarily ("headlamp flash") by maintaining a
pull on the stalk.

Displays

Illumination of the corresponding indicator lamp
in the instrument panel confirms the lighting
switched on.

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Foglamps selection ring

The foglamps operate with dipped and main beam headlamps.

Front and rear foglamps

Rotate and release the ring:
 forwards a first time to switch on the front

foglamps,

 forwards a second time to switch on the

rear foglamps,

 rearwards a first time to switch off the rear

foglamps,

 rearwards a second time to switch of the

front fog lamps.

When the headlamps switch off with automatic
illumination of headlamps (AUTO model) or
when the dipped beam headlamps are switched
off manually, the foglamps and sidelamps
remain on.
 Turn the ring rearwards to switch off the

foglamps, the sidelamps will then switch
off.

In good or rainy weather, both day
and night, the front foglamps and the
rear foglamps are prohibited. In these
situations, the power of their beams
may dazzle other drivers. They should
only be used in fog or snow.
In these weather conditions, it is your
responsibility to switch on the foglamps
and dipped headlamps manually as the
sunshine sensor may detect sufficient
light.
Do not forget to switch off the front
foglamps and the rear foglamps when
they are no longer needed.

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signal

An audible signal when a front door
is opened warns the driver that the
vehicle's exterior lighting is on, with the
ignition off and in manual lighting mode.
In this case, switching off the lighting
stops the audible signal.
With the ignition off, if the dipped
headlamps remain on, the vehicle goes
into "ECO" mode to avoid discharging
the battery.

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.

Daytime lighting, compulsory in certain
countries, which comes on automatically when
the engine is started making the vehicle more
visible to other road users.

Daytime running lamps

This function is assured:
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in countries where it is imposed by
regulations, by illumination of the dipped
beam headlamps with the sidelamps and
number plate lamps.

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for other countries where it is provided, by
the use of dedicated lamps.

This function can be activated
or deactivated via the vehicle
configuration menu.

The lighting goes off when you switch
off the ignition, but you can always
switch it on again using the lighting
control stalk.