PEUGEOT 208 2017, Handbook

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Driving
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 .