Peugeot 508 (2016 year). Manual

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Do not throw the remote control
batteries away, they contain metals
which are harmful to the environment.
take them to an approved collection
point.

Changing the battery of the
electronic key

Battery ref.: CR2032 / 3 volts.
this replacement battery is available from a
PeugeOt dealer or a qualified workshop.
A message is displayed in the instrument panel
screen when replacement of the battery is
needed.
F unclip the cover using a pointed object at

the key ring.

F Slide the flat battery out of its location.
F Slide the new battery into its location

observing the original direction of fitment.

F Clip the cover in place starting at the front.
F Reinitialise the electronic key.

Electronic key fault

Following disconnection of the vehicle battery,
replacement of the remote control battery or
in the event of a fault with the remote control,
you can no longer unlock, lock or locate your
vehicle.
F First of all, use the key in the door lock to

unlock or lock your vehicle.

F then, reinitialise the remote control.
If the problem persists, contact a PeugeOt
dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible.

Reinitialisation

F Switch the ignition off.
F Immediately press one of the remote

control buttons for a few seconds.

F Switch the ignition on.
the electronic key is fully operational again.

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Locking/ unlocking from the inside

Driving with the doors locked may make
access to the passenger compartment
by the emergency services more
difficult in an emergency.

If the vehicle is deadlocked or locked
with the remote control or the door
handles, the button is not active. In this
case, use the key or the remote control
to unlock.

F Press the button.
this allows the doors and the boot to be locked
or unlocked.

When carrying large objects with the
boot open, you can press this button to
lock just the doors.
When locking from inside, the door
mirrors do not fold.

Automatic central locking of the
doors

the doors can lock automatically while driving
(speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)).
to activate or deactivate this function, press
and hold the button until a message appears in
the screen.

After unlocking, if no door is opened
within 30 seconds, the doors lock again
automatically.

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Boot

Saloon

F After unlocking the vehicle totally or after

pressing the boot opening button using the
remote control or the key, press this button.

SW and non-hybrid RXH

F After unlocking the vehicle totally or after

pressing the boot opening button using the
remote control or the key, press the lever A
and raise the tailgate.

Opening from inside

Opening

Hold this button down until the boot is heard to
unlock.

when the engine is running,
this warning lamp and a message
in the instrument panel screen
appear for a few seconds,

when the vehicle is moving (speed
above 6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning
lamp and a message, accompanied by an
audible signal, appear in the instrument
panel screen for a few seconds.

Closing

F Lower the tailgate using the interior grab

handle.

If the tailgate is not closed correctly:

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Motorised tailgate (SW and non-hybrid RHX)

Opening using the
electronic key

Vehicle locked / deadlocked

F If you are not in the recognition

zone, press and hold button A
on the electronic key. the action
first unlocks the vehicle and then
triggers opening of the tailgate.

Vehicle unlocked

F Press and hold button A on the electronic

key or press the tailgate button B to trigger
its opening.

Opening from inside

F Press this button to unlock and trigger

opening of the tailgate.

Check that there are no obstacles
before opening the tailgate remotely.

F With the electronic key on your person,

in the recognition zone, press the tailgate
button B. the action first unlocks the
vehicle and then triggers opening of the
tailgate.

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Motorised closing

F Press this button C to close the

tailgate electrically.

Do not hinder closing of the tailgate: any
obstacle to closing causes the tailgate to stop
and rise a few centimetres automatically.
to close the tailgate manually: move the
tailgate slightly up then down to disengage it
from its drive then lower it until closed.

To avoid the risk of injury, ensure
that no one is close to the rear of the
vehicle when opening or closing the
tailgate.

While electric opening or closing of the tailgate
is in progress, you can stop its movement at
any time:
F press the interior button or button A on the

remote control or B or C tailgate buttons.

Stopping the opening or
closing

Never put a finger into the tailgate
locking system: risk of serious injury!

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Back-up release (Saloon,
SW and non-hybrid RHX)

System for mechanically unlocking the boot in
the event of a battery or central locking fault.

Unlocking

F Fold the rear seats to gain access to the

lock from inside the boot.

F Insert a small screwdriver into hole A of

the lock, then move the lever to the left to
unlock the boot.

"Boot open" warning

With the engine running or when the vehicle is moving,
if the tailgate is not properly closed, a message
accompanied by an audible signal (from 6 mph
(10 km/h)) is displayed in the instrument panel screen.

Locking again after closing

Once closed again, the boot will remain locked
if the problem persists.

Adjusting the opening
height

the maximum opening height of the tailgate
can be set and memorised (restricted overhead
clearance, ...).
this memorisation is done in two steps, by
successive presses on button C:
-

during opening, a first press stops the
tailgate at the desired height,

a second maintained press memorises the
position of the tailgate; an audible signal
confirms the memorisation.

to delete this memorisation, make a new
maintained press until the audible signal is
heard.

the tailgate is not designed to support
a bicycle carrier.
If fitting a bicycle carrier to a towbar,
the automatic operation must be
deactivated.

Precautions in use
If snow has accumulated on the
tailgate, remove the snow before any
automatic operation of the tailgate.
Ice can prevent opening of the tailgate:
wait until the ice has melted following
heating of the passenger compartment.
When washing the vehicle in an
automatic car wash, don't forget to
lock your vehicle to prevent any risk of
unwanted opening.
Repeated opening and closing of the
tailgate can overheat the electric motor;
neither closing nor opening is then
possible.
Allow the motor to cool down for
ten minutes before operating the
tailgate again.

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Lost keys, remote control, electronic key

Visit a PeugeOt dealer with the vehicle's registration certificate, your personal identification documents and if possible, the label bearing the
key code.
the PeugeOt dealer will be able to retrieve the key code and the transponder code required to order a new key.

Remote control

the high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the
vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from
working and the remote control would have to be reinitialised.
the remote control does not operate when the key is in the ignition, even when the ignition is switched off.

Locking the vehicle

Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compartment by the emergency services more difficult in an emergency.
As a safety precaution (with children on board), remove the key from the ignition or take the electronic key when you leave the vehicle, even for
a short time.

Electrical interference

the Keyless entry and Starting electronic key may not operate if close to certain electronic devices: telephone, laptop computer, strong
magnetic fields, ...

Anti-theft protection

Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this could cause malfunctions.
Don't forget to turn the steering to engage the steering lock.

When purchasing a second-hand vehicle

Have the key codes memorised by a PeugeOt dealer, to ensure that the keys in your possession are the only ones which can start the vehicle.

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System which protects and provides a deterrent
against theft and break-ins. It provides the
following types of monitoring:

Alarm

- Exterior perimeter

the system checks for opening of the vehicle.
the alarm is triggered if anyone tries to open a
door, the boot or the bonnet...

- Interior volumetric

the system checks for any variation in the
volume in the passenger compartment.
the alarm is triggered if anyone breaks a
window, enters the passenger compartment or
moves inside the vehicle.

- Tilt

the system checks for any change in the
attitude of the vehicle.
the alarm is triggered if the vehicle is lifted,
moved or knocked.

Self-protection function

the system checks for the putting out of
service of its components.
the alarm is triggered if the battery, the
central control unit or the siren wiring is
put out of service or damaged.

For all work on the alarm system,
contact a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Locking the vehicle with full
alarm system

Activation

F Switch off the ignition and get out of the vehicle.

F Press the locking button on the

remote control or lock the vehicle
using the Keyless entry and
Starting system.

the monitoring system is active: the indicator
lamp on the button flashes once per second.
After the locking button on the remote control
is pressed or the vehicle locked using the
Keyless entry and Starting system, the exterior
perimeter monitoring is activated after a delay
of 5 seconds, the interior volumetric monitoring
after 45 seconds and anti-tilt monitoring after
90 seconds.
If an opening (door, boot...) is not closed
fully, the vehicle is not locked but the exterior
perimeter monitoring will be activated after a
delay of 45 seconds.

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Locking the vehicle
with exterior perimeter
monitoring only

Deactivate the interior volumetric and anti-lift
monitoring to avoid unwanted triggering of the
alarm in certain cases such as:
-

leaving a window partially open,

washing your vehicle,

changing a wheel,

having your vehicle towed,

transportation by sea.

Deactivation of the interior
volumetric and anti-tilt monitoring

F Switch of the ignition and within

ten seconds, press this button
until the indicator lamp is on
continuously.

F get out of the vehicle.

F Press the locking button on

the remote control immediately
or lock the vehicle using the
Keyless entry and Starting
system.

to be effective, this deactivation must be carried
out each time the ignition is switched off.

Reactivation of the interior
volumetric and anti-tilt monitoring

F Press the unlocking button on

the remote control or unlock the
vehicle using the Keyless entry
and Starting system to deactivate
the exterior perimeter monitoring.

F Press the locking button on the

remote control or lock the vehicle
using the Keyless entry and
Starting system to activate all the
monitoring functions.

the indicator lamp in the button
again flashes once per second.

F Press the unlocking button on

the remote control or unlock the
vehicle using the Keyless entry
and Starting system.

Deactivation of the volumetric
monitoring

the volumetric protection system is
deactivated: the indicator lamp in the
button goes off.

the exterior perimeter monitoring alone is
activated: the indicator lamp in the button
flashes once per second.

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Triggering of the alarm

this is indicated by sounding of the siren
and flashing of the direction indicators for
thirty seconds.
the monitoring functions remain active until
the alarm has been triggered eleven times in
succession.

When the vehicle is unlocked using
the remote control or unlocked
using the Keyless entry and Starting
system, rapid flashing of the indicator
lamp in the button informs you that
the alarm was triggered during
your absence. When the ignition
is switched on, this flashing stops
immediately.

Failure of the remote control

to deactivate the monitoring functions:
F unlock the vehicle using the key in the

driver's door lock.

F Open the door; the alarm is triggered.
F Switch on the ignition; the alarm stops. the

indicator lamp in the button switches off.

Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm

F Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the key

in the driver's door lock.

Operating fault

When the ignition is switched on, fixed
illumination of the indicator lamp in the button
indicates a fault in the system.
Have it checked by a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop.

* According to country.

Automatic activation*

2 minutes after the last door or the boot is
closed, the system is activated automatically.
F to avoid triggering the alarm on entering

the vehicle, first press the unlocking button
on the remote control or unlock the vehicle
using the Keyless entry and Starting
system.

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electric windows

1. Left hand front electric window switch.
2. Right hand front electric window

switch.

3.  Right hand rear electric window switch.
4.  Left hand rear electric window switch.
5.  Deactivating the rear electric window

switches, locking the rear doors
(child lock).

Manual operation
to open or close the window, press or pull the
switch gently. the window stops as soon as the
switch is released.

Automatic operation
(depending on version)
to open or close the window, press or pull
switch fully: the window opens or closes
completely when the switch is released.
Pressing the switch again stops the movement
of the window.
the electric window switches remain
operational for approximately one minute after
the key has been removed from the ignition.
Once this time has elapsed, the electric
windows will not operate. to reactivate them,
switch the ignition on again.

Safety anti-pinch

When the window rises and meets an obstacle,
it stops and immediately partially lowers again.
In the event of unwanted opening of the
window on closing, press the switch until the
window opens completely, then pull the switch
immediately until the window closes. Continue
to hold the switch for approximately one second
after the window has closed.
the safety anti-pinch function is not active
during this operation.

Deactivating the rear window
controls

For the safety of your children, press switch 5
to prevent operation of the rear windows
irrespective of their position.
the interior controls for the rear doors are also
deactivated.
When the button is pressed down, the warning
lamp is on, the switches are deactivated. When
the button is raised, the switches are active, the
warning lamp is off.

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Reinitialising the electric
windows

Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle, even for a
short time.
In the event of contact during operation
of the windows, you must reverse the
movement of the window. to do this,
press the switch concerned.
When operating the passenger electric
window switches, the driver must
ensure that no one is preventing correct
closing of the windows.
the driver must ensure that the
passengers use the electric windows
correctly.
Be aware of children when operating
the windows.

Following reconnection of the battery, the
safety anti-pinch function must be reinitialised.
the safety anti-pinch function is not active
during these operations:
-

lower the window completely, then raise
it, it will rise in steps of a few centimetres
each time the switch is pressed. Repeat
the operation until the window closes
completely,

continue to press the switch for at least
one second after reaching this position,
window closed.

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Front seats

Manual adjustments

1. Adjustments to the height and angle of

the head restraint

to raise it, pull upwards.

to lower it, hold the button in and press on
the head restraint (pushing to go past the
stiff point of the button).

2. Adjustment of the backrest angle

Operate the control lever and adjust
the position of the backrest to the front
or to the rear.

3. Adjustment of the seat height

Raise or lower the control lever the
number of times required to obtain
the desired position.

4. Adjustment of the lumbar support

this system allows the height and
depth of the lumbar support to be
adjusted separately.
F Forwards or backwards to increase

or decrease the lumbar support.

F upwards or downwards to raise or

lower the lumbar contact zone.

5. Forwards-backwards adjustment of

the seat position

Lift the control bar and slide the seat
forwards or backwards.

6. Adjusting the cushion

Pull the handle to adjust the length of the
cushion.

Before moving the seat backwards, ensure that there is nothing that might prevent the full
travel of the seat, so as to avoid the risk of of jamming the seat caused by the presence of
objects on the floor behind the seat or rear passengers. If the seat jams, stop the movement
immediately.

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Electric adjustments

1. Adjustment of the seat cushion angle

and height, and forwards-backwards
adjustment
F Raise or lower the front of the control to

adjust the seat cushion angle.

F Raise or lower the rear of the control to

raise or lower the seat.

F Simultaneously raise or lower the front

and rear of the control in order to raise or
lower the entire seat.

2. Adjustment of the backrest angle

Move the control forwards or backwards to
adjust the backrest angle.

3. Adjustment of lumbar support

this function allows you to independently
adjust the height and level of lumbar
support.

Move the control:
F Forwards or backwards to increase or

reduce the lumbar support.

F upwards or downwards to raise or lower

the lumbar support zone.

Switch on the ignition or start the engine if the vehicle has gone into economy mode.

the electric functions of the driver's seat are active for about a minute after opening the
front door. they are deactivated about a minute after switching off the ignition and in
economy mode.
to reactivate them, switch on the ignition.

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Storing driving positions

System which stores the electrical settings of
the driver's seat and door mirrors as well as
the head-up display settings. It enables you to
store up to two positions using the buttons on
the side of the driver's seat.

Storing a position
using buttons M / 1 / 2

F Switch on the ignition.
F Adjust your seat, the door mirrors and the

head-up display.

F Press button M, then press button 1 or 2

within four seconds.

An audible signal indicates that the position
has been stored.

Storing a new position cancels the previous
position.

Recalling a stored position

Ignition on or engine running

F Briefly press button 1 or 2 to recall the

corresponding position.

An audible signal indicates the end of the
adjustment.
You can interrupt the current movement by
pressing button M, 1 or 2 or by using one of the
seat controls.
A stored position cannot be recalled while
driving.
Recalling stored positions is deactivated
45 seconds after switching off the ignition.

Welcome function

the welcome function assists entry and leaving
the vehicle.
After switching off the ignition and opening
the driver’s door, the seat moves back
automatically and then stays in this position,
ready for the next entry to the vehicle.
When switching on the ignition, the seat moves
forward to the stored driving position.
When moving the seat, take care that no
person or object hinders the automatic
movement of the seat.

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

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Head restraint height and angle
adjustment

F to lower the head restraint, press the lug A

and, going beyond the stiff point, guide the
head restraint downwards, then release the
button at the desired position.

F to raise the head restraint, guide it

upwards to the desired position.

F to remove the head restraint, press the

two lugs B and pull the head restraint
upwards.

F to put the head restraint back in place,

engage the head restraint stems in the
openings keeping them in line with the seat
back. Check that it has engaged by pulling
it upwards.

the head restraint is fitted with a
locking mechanism which prevents it
from lowering; this is a safety device in
case of impact.
The adjustment is correct when the
upper edge of the head restraint is
level with the top of the head.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
adjusted correctly.

Heated seats control

F use the adjustment wheel to switch on and

select the level of heating required:

With the engine running, the front seats can be
heated separately.

0: Off.
1: Low.
2: Medium.
3: High.

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