Peugeot 208 (2017 year). Manual

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Manual gearbox

5-speed

F Move the gear lever fully to the right to

engage 5

gear.

Engaging reverse gear

F Move the gear lever to the right then pull it

back.

Only engage reverse gear when the
vehicle is stationary with the engine at
idle.

6-speed

F Move the lever fully to the right to engage 5

or 6

gear.

Engaging reverse gear

F Raise the collar below the gear lever knob,

then push the lever fully to the left and then
forward.

Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle
is stationary with the engine at idle.

As a safety precaution and to aid engine
start-up:
- always select neutral,
- press the clutch pedal.

The gear shift indicator is displayed on the
instrument panel.

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Electronic gearbox

5-speed

Reverse.

Neutral.

Automatic mode.

Manual mode.

6-speed

Reverse.

Neutral.

Automatic mode.

Manual mode.

You can change from position A to M and
from M to A at any time.

Automatic mode

This mode allows gear changing
without action by the driver.

Moving off

Lever at position N.

F Press the brake pedal firmly.

F  Start the engine.
F  Place the lever at A or R.
F  Release the brake pedal and press the

accelerator pedal progressively.

If the engine does not start:
- If

N is flashing in the instrument panel, move

the gear lever to position A then to position
N.

- If the Foot on the brake message is

displayed, press the brake pedal firmly.

The A, R or N position of the lever is indicated
in the display.

Stopping – Moving off on a slope

Do not use the accelerator to hold the vehicle,
but apply the parking brake.

Stopping – Parking

Place the lever at N and apply the parking
brake.

Manual gear change

This one-off gear change makes it possible
to overtake, for example, while remaining in
automated mode.

F Operate the steering mounted control

paddles + or -.

The gearbox engages the gear selected
if engine speed allows it. AUTO remains
displayed on the instrument panel.
After a few moments with no action on the
control paddles, the gearbox returns to
automatic operation.

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Manual mode

This mode allows manual sequential gear
changing.
F Move the selector lever to M.

F Push the lever forward to change

up.

F Pull the lever back to change

down.

Steering mounted control paddles

F Pull the "+" paddle to change up.
F Pull the "-" paddle to change up.
The gear engaged is indicated in the display.

Creep function

Depending on the engine, the vehicle moves
without pressing the accelerator.

Assistance with low-speed
manoeuvres

With the engine running at idle, parking brake
released and the lever placed at A, M or R, the
vehicle moves off when your release the brake
pedal.
It stops on opening the driver's door. Closing
the door, and putting your foot on the brake
or accelerator pedal allows movement of the
vehicle again.

Following disconnection of the battery, you
have to reinitialise the gearbox.
F Switch on the ignition.

AUTO and – appear in the
instrument panel.

F Select position N.

F Press the brake pedal firmly.

F Wait around 30 seconds until N or a gear

appears in the instrument panel.

F Release the brake pedal.
The gearbox is operational again.

With the ignition on, if this warning
lamp comes on and AUTO flashes,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the screen, this
indicates a gearbox fault.

Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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Automatic gearbox

Parking.

Reverse.

Neutral.

Drive (automatic driving).

Manual mode.

Sport – more active driving.

Snow – for driving on snowy roads.

Display in the instrument
panel

When you select a position with the lever,
the corresponding lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel.

Foot on the brake warning

Press the brake pedal when this
comes on in the instrument panel.

Automatic mode

This mode allows gear changing
without action by the driver.

Moving off

Parking brake applied.
F Start the engine.
F Lever at position P or N.

F Press the brake pedal firmly.

F  Release the parking brake.
F  Place the selector at D or R.
F  Release the brake pedal and press the

accelerator pedal progressively.

The vehicle then moves off.

Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle when the engine is running.

F Select position D for automatic

changing of the gears.

The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive
mode, without any intervention on the part
of the driver. It continuously selects the most
suitable gear according to the style of driving,
the profile of the road and the load in the
vehicle.
For maximum acceleration without touching
the lever, press the accelerator pedal down
fully (kick down). The gearbox shifts down
automatically or holds the gear selected until
the maximum engine speed is reached.
When braking, the gearbox shifts down
automatically to provide effective engine
braking.
If you release the accelerator sharply, the
gearbox will not shift to a higher gear for safety
reasons.

Manual mode

This mode allows manual sequential
gear changing.

F Move the gear lever to M.

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F Push the lever forward to

change up.

F Pull the lever back to change

down.

Invalid value

This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).

You can change from position D to M and
M to D at any time.

If position R, D or M is selected when the
engine is running at idle, with the brakes
released, the vehicle moves even without
the accelerator being pressed.
Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle when the engine is running.
When carrying out maintenance with the
engine running, apply the parking brake
and select position P.

Never select position N while the vehicle
is moving.
Never select position P or R unless the
vehicle is completely stationary.

If position N is selected inadvertently while
driving, allow the engine to return to idle,
then select position D to accelerate.
If the temperature is below -23°C, the
engine should be left at idle for four
minutes, to ensure the correct operation
and life of the engine and gearbox.

Sport programme

This special programme completes the
automatic operation of the gearbox in certain
circumstances.

F With the engine running, press

button S.

The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic
style of driving.
S appears on the instrument panel.

Snow program

This special program completes the automatic
operation and makes it easier to move off and
make progress in conditions of poor grip.

F With the engine running, press

the

T button.

The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery
roads.
T appears on the instrument panel.

Return to automatic
operation

F Press the button again at any

time to quit the program and
return to auto-adaptive mode.

Stopping – Parking

Before switching off the engine.
F  Move the lever to position P or N.
F  Apply the parking brake.
F  Immobilise the vehicle.

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If the lever is not in position P, a message
appears in the screen on opening the
driver's door or approximately 45 seconds
after switching off the ignition.
F Place the lever at position P; the

message disappears.

When driving on flooded roads or when
crossing a ford, proceed at walking pace.

When the ignition is on, the lighting
of this warning lamp, associated with
an audible signal and a message
on the screen, indicates a gearbox
fault.

In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel
a substantial knock when changing from P
to R and from N to R. This will not cause any
damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.

There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:
F if you press the accelerator and brake

pedals at the same time,

F if you force the movement of the lever

from position P to another position with
a flat battery.

To reduce fuel consumption during
prolonged stops with the engine running
(traffic jams, etc.), position the gear lever
at N and apply the parking brake.

Gear shift indicator

(Depending on engine.)
This system reduces fuel consumption by
recommending the most appropriate gear.

Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one (or more) gear(s). You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
Gearshift recommendations should not be
considered obligatory. The configuration of the
road, the amount of traffic and safety remain
determining factors when choosing the best
gear. The driver thus remains responsible
for deciding whether to follow or ignore the
system's instructions.
This function cannot be deactivated.

With an electronic or automatic gearbox,
the system is only active in manual mode.

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On BlueHDi Diesel versions with manual
gearbox, in certain driving conditions the
system may suggest changing into neutral so
that the engine can go into standby (STOP
mode with Stop & Start). In this case, N is
displayed in the instrument panel.

Example:
-  You are in third gear.
-  You press the accelerator pedal.
-  The system may suggest that you engage a

higher gear.

The system adapts its gear shift
recommendation according to the driving
conditions (slope, load, etc.) and the
driver’s requirements (power, acceleration,
braking, etc.).
The system never suggests:
-  engaging first gear,
-  engaging reverse gear,
-  engaging a lower gear.

On vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox,
the arrow may be accompanied by the
gear recommended.

Hill start assist

System that holds your vehicle for around
2 seconds, the time to move your foot from the
brake pedal to the accelerator.

The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated. However, use of the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts
its function.

The information appears on the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow.

Uphill, with the vehicle stationary, it will
briefly stop the vehicle from rolling back
when you release the brake pedal.
With an electronic gearbox, if you are in
position A.
With an automatic gearbox, if you are in D.

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Hill start assist is only available when:
- your foot on the brake pedal fully

immobilises the vehicle,

- certain conditions of gradient are met,
- with the driver’s door closed.

Downhill, with the vehicle stationary and
reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held
for a short time when you release the brake
pedal.

Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held temporarily by hill start assist.
If you need to leave the vehicle with the
engine running, apply the parking brake
manually. Then ensure that the parking
brake warning lamp lights up constantly on
the instrument panel.

Operating fault

The fixed illumination of these
warning lamps indicates a fault with
the system.
Have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Stop & Start

The system puts the engine temporarily into
standby – STOP mode – during stops in the
traffic (red lights, traffic jams, etc.). The engine
restarts automatically – START mode – as
soon as you wish to leave again. Restarting
occurs instantaneously, quickly and silently.
Perfect for urban use, the Stop & Start system
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.

STOP mode

The "ECO" warning lamp illuminates
in the instrument panel and the
engine goes into standby.

With e-HDi or BlueHDi Diesel and an
electronic gearbox:
- Speed below 4 mph (6 km/h).
- Gear lever in position N.

- Brake pedal pressed.

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With BlueHDi Diesel and a manual gearbox:
- As soon as the vehicle stops or the speed is

less than 2 mph (3 km/h) (with 1.5 Blue HDi
engine).

- Gear lever in neutral and clutch pedal

released.

With PureTech petrol and a manual,
electronic or automatic gearbox:
- As soon as the vehicle stops or the speed

is less than 2 mph (3 km/h) (with manual
gearbox and depending on which version
you have).

- Gear lever in neutral and clutch pedal

released (manual gearbox).

- Brake pedal pressed or gear lever in

position N (electronic or automatic gearbox).

Special cases: STOP mode not
available

STOP mode is not invoked when:
-  the driver's door is open,
-  the driver's seat belt is not fastened,
-  the vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph

(10 km/h) since the last engine start using
the key,

- the engine is needed to maintain a

comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment,

- demisting is active,

The ECO warning lamp flashes for a
few seconds, then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

A time counter sums up the time
periods spent in STOP mode
during a journey. It resets every
time the ignition is switched on
using the key.

For your comfort, during parking
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not available
for a few seconds after coming out of
reverse gear.
The Stop & Start system does not affect
the functionality of the vehicle, such as for
example, braking, power steering,

With a manual gearbox in STOP mode, if
a gear is engaged without fully depressing
the clutch pedal, a warning lamp comes
on or an alert message is displayed asking
you to depress the clutch pedal to restart
the engine.

Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
using the key.

START mode

The ECO warning lamp goes off and
the engine starts:

With a manual gearbox:
- Clutch pedal depressed.

With an electronic / automatic gearbox:
- Gear lever in position A / D or M.
- Brake pedal released.

- some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,
exterior temperature, etc.) where the engine
is needed to control the system.

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-  Gear lever in position N.
-  Brake pedal released.
-  Then gear lever in position A / D or M.

- Reverse gear engaged.

Special cases: START invoked
automatically

As a safety measure and for your comfort,
START mode is invoked automatically when:
-  you open the driver's door,
-  you unfasten the driver's seat belt,
-  some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,
air conditioning setting, etc.) where the
engine is needed for control of the system
or vehicle.

The ECO warning lamp flashes for a
few seconds, then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

Manual deactivation

In certain circumstances, such as the need
to maintain a comfortable temperature in the
passenger compartment, it may be preferable
to deactivate the Stop & Start system.
The system can be deactivated at any time,
once the ignition is switched on.

This control switches off the Stop & Start
system.

- Press.
- The indicator lamp in the control remains

on.

- A message is displayed.
If you are stationary in Stop mode, the engine
restarts immediately.

Manual reactivation

- Press.
- The indicator lamp in the control goes off.
- A confirmation message is displayed.

If the engine is in STOP mode, it restarts
immediately.
The Stop & Start system is reactivated
automatically every time the ignition is
switched on.

Opening the bonnet

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

Driving on flooded roads

Before driving in a flooded area, it is
strongly recommended that you deactivate
the Stop & Start system.
For more information on Driving advice,
particularly on flooded roads, refer to the
corresponding section.

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Operating fault

In the event of a fault with the system, the ECO
OFF switch warning lamp flashes then comes
on fixed.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If a fault occurs in STOP mode, the vehicle
may stall. All of the instrument panel warning
lamps come on. It is then necessary to switch
the ignition off and to restart the engine using
the key.

The Stop & Start system requires a
12 V battery of specific technology and
specification.
All work on this type of battery must be
carried out only by a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
For more information on the 12 V battery,
refer to the corresponding section.

Speed limiter "LIMIT"

The system prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed setting programmed by
the driver.

Steering mounted controls

Speed limiter mode selection / off.

Increases the set value.

Decreases the set value.

Speed limiter On / Pause.

The vehicle responds to the accelerator until
resistance is felt in the pedal, which signifies
that the vehicle has reached the limiter speed
setting.
However, pressing the pedal beyond this point
of resistance to the floor permits exceeding
of the programmed speed. To resume use of
the limiter, simply reduce the pressure on the
accelerator pedal gradually and return to a
speed below that programmed.
Setting and operation of the system can be
done stationary with the engine running or
when driving.

Selection

F Place the thumbwheel at the "LIMIT"

position: the speed limiter mode is selected
but is not switched on (PAUSE).

Switching the speed limiter on is not required to
set the speed limit.

The speed setting is selected with the engine
running, stationary or when driving. The
minimum speed setting possible is 20 mph
(30 km/h).

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Registering a limit speed

This can be done without switching the limiter
on, but the engine must be running.

To register a speed higher than the previous
setting:

Press the SET +
button.

A short press increases the speed setting by
1 mph (km/h).
Pressing and holding increases the setting in
steps of 5 mph (km/h).

To register a speed lower than the previous
setting:

Press the SET –
button.

A short press decreases the setting by 1 mph
(km/h).
Pressing and holding decreases the setting in
steps of 5 mph (km/h).

On / Pause

A first press on this button switches the speed
limiter on, a second press pauses it.

Exceeding the registered
limit speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to
exceed the registered speed will not
have any effect, unless you press
the pedal firmly past the point of
resistance.

The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily
and the registered speed setting flashes,
accompanied by an audible signal.
To return to normal operation of the speed
limiter, reduce your speed to below the
registered speed setting.

Flashing of the speed setting

It flashes:
- after forcing the accelerator pedal past the

point of resistance,

- when the limiter cannot prevent the speed

of the vehicle increasing, because of the
profile of the road or when going down a
steep hill,

- under sharp acceleration.

F Place the thumbwheel at the 0 position or

switch off the ignition to stop the system.

The last speed registered stays in memory.

Switching the system off

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Operating fault

The registered speed is erased, then replaced
by three dashes.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

In any event, the speed limiter cannot
replace the need to observe speed limits,
nor can it replace the need for vigilance on
the part of the driver.
Always pay attention to the profile of the
road and sharp acceleration and stay in
complete control of your vehicle.
To avoid any jamming under the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and

secured to the floor correctly,

- never place one mat on top of another.

Cruise control "CRUISE"

System which automatically maintains the
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed
by the driver, without any action on the
accelerator pedal.

Steering mounted controls

Cruise control mode selection / off.

Increases the set value.

Decreases the set value.

Pause / Resume cruise control.

This driving assistance system, for use when
the traffic is flowing, allows a speed set by
the driver to be maintained, except on a steep
gradient.

With a manual gearbox
In order for it to be programmed or activated,
the vehicle speed must be greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h) with 4

gear or higher engaged.

With an electronic gearbox
To be registered or activated, the speed of the
vehicle must be above 25 mph (40 km/h) with
2

gear or higher engaged in manual mode, or

position A selected.
With an automatic gearbox
To be registered or activated, the speed of the
vehicle must be above 25 mph (40 km/h) with
2

gear or higher engaged in manual mode, or

position D selected.

Selection

F Place the thumbwheel at the "CRUISE"

position: the cruise control mode is selected
but is not switched on (PAUSE).

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Registering a cruise speed
setting

- Bring the vehicle up to the desired speed by

pressing the accelerator.

Press the SET – or
SET + button.

The speed setting is registered/activated and
the vehicle will maintain this speed.

Temporarily exceeding the
programmed speed

It is possible to accelerate and
temporarily drive at a speed higher
than the registered speed setting.
The cruise speed setting value
flashes.

When the accelerator pedal is
released, the vehicle will return to
the registered speed setting.

Pause (OFF)

- Press this button or the brake or clutch

pedal (depending on the version).

With 1.2 PureTech 82 and 110 (Euro 6.2)
or 1.5 BlueHDi (Euro 6.2) engines, a
manual gearbox and the Stop & Start,
pressing the clutch pedal does not pause
the cruise control, the cruise control
remains active after changing gears.

Resume

- After the cruise control has been paused,

press this button.

The vehicle returns to the last registered speed.
Alternatively, you can also resume the
procedure for "Registering a cruise speed
setting".

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To register a speed higher than the previous
setting, there are two possibilities.

Without using the accelerator

Press the SET +
button.

A short press increases the speed setting by
1 mph (km/h).
Pressing and holding increases the setting in
steps of 5 mph (km/h).

By using the accelerator

Exceed the saved speed until
you reach the desired speed.

Press the SET – or
SET + button.

To register a speed lower than the previous
setting:

Press the SET –
button.

A short press decreases the setting by 1 mph
(km/h).
Pressing and holding decreases the setting in
steps of 5 mph (km/h).

Switching the system off

- Place the thumbwheel at the 0 position:

cruise control mode is deselected. The
display returns to the total mileage recorder.

After switching off the ignition, all registered
speed settings are lost.

Operating fault

The registered speed is erased, then replaced
by three dashes.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Changing the registered
speed setting

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When changing the programmed
reference speed by means of a maintained
press, pay attention as the speed can
increase or decrease rapidly.
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 registered speed.
The cruise control system cannot in
any circumstances replace the need
to observe speed limits or the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and

secured to the floor correctly,

- never place one mat on top of another.

Memorising speeds

This function allows speeds to be saved, which
can then be offered to set the two systems: the
speed limiter (to limit the speed of the vehicle)
or the cruise control (for a vehicle cruising
speed).
You can memorise up to five settings in the
system for each of the two systems.
By default, some speed settings are already
memorised.

With touch screen

This memorisation can be
configured from the menu Driving /
Vehicle.

F  Select the "Driving functions" tab.
F  Select the "Adjusting Speeds" function.
F  Press "ON" to activate the function.
F  Select the speed setting 1 to 5 that you want

to change.

F Select the speed setting value you want to

change.

F Enter the new value using the numerical

keypad and confirm and click on "OK" to
confirm.

As a safety measure, the driver must carry
out these operations when stationary.

Selection

To select a memorised speed:
F Press and hold the "+" or "-" button; the

system stops at the nearest memorised
speed.

F 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.

Peugeot 208 (2017 year). Manual - part 8