PEUGEOT 2008, Handbook

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Driving
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not
engaged correctly (gear selector between
two positions).
Switching the vehicle off
Before switching off the engine, it is possible to
engage position P or N to place the gearbox in
neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to
immobilise the vehicle, unless it is programmed
to automatic mode.
If the selector is not in position P , when
the driver's door is opened or
approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is
switched off, an audible signal sounds and a
message appears.
► Return the gear selector to P ; the audible
signal stops and the message disappears.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp comes on and a message is
displayed, when the ignition is switched on.
In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up
mode and is locked in 3
rd
gear. It is possible to
feel a significant jolt (without risk for the gearbox)
while changing from P to R and from N to R .
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
There is a risk of damaging the gearbox:
– If the accelerator and brake pedals are
pressed simultaneously.
– In the event of a battery failure, forcing the
selector from position P to another position.
Automatic gearbox (EAT8)
Automatic 8 speed gearbox with a push selector.
It also offers a manual mode with gear changes
via control paddles situated behind the steering
wheel.
Gearbox selector positions
P. Park
For parking the vehicle: the front wheels are
blocked.
R. Reverse gear
N. Neutral
For moving the vehicle with the ignition off, or
to allow it to free-wheel.
For more information on Changing to free-
wheeling , refer to the corresponding section.
D. Driving in automatic mode
The gearbox manages gear changes
according to the style of driving, the road
profile and the vehicle load.
M. Driving in manual mode
The driver changes gear using the steering-
mounted controls.
Push selector
A. Button P
To put the gearbox into Park mode.
B. Unlock button
To unlock the gearbox and come out of P or
to change to R , with the foot on the brake
pedal.
Press and hold this button before pushing the
selector.
C. Button M
To change from mode D to permanent
manual mode.
(Depending on version: with Full Park Assist,
the manual mode is accessed via the DRIVE
MODE control)
D. Gearbox state indicator lamps (R, N, D)
► Move the selector by pressing it forwards
( N or R ) or rearwards ( N or D ) once or twice,
passing the point of resistance if necessary.
The push selector returns to its initial position
when released.
For example, to change from P to R , while
pressing Unlock , push forward twice without
crossing the point of resistance or push once
crossing the point of resistance:
– In the first case, the gearbox goes from P to N ,
then from N to R .
– In the second case, the gearbox goes directly
from P to R .
Steering-mounted controls
In mode M or D , the steering-mounted control
paddles can be used to change gear manually.
They cannot be used to select neutral or to
engage or disengage reverse gear.