PEUGEOT 208 2017, Handbook

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Driving
In some cases, you may have to apply
some force to turn the steering (if the
wheels are on lock against a kerb, for
example).
F
Turn the key towards the dashboard to
position 3 (Starting) .
F
When the engine starts, release the key.
Electronic immobiliser
The original key contains a coded electronic
chip. When the ignition is switched on, starting
is only possible if the code is detected and
recognised.
This protection against theft locks the engine
management system a few moments after the
ignition is switched off and prevents starting of
the engine following a break-in.
In the event of a fault, you are
informed by lighting of this warning
lamp in the instrument panel, an
audible signal and a message in the
screen.
In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
Switching off
F
Stop the vehicle.
F
Turn the key towards you to position 1
(Stop) .
F
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
F
To lock the steering column, turn the
steering until it locks.
Coasting
For safety reasons, do not free-wheel.
Otherwise, some vehicle functions will no
longer be active.
To facilitate unlocking of the steering
column, the front wheels should be
straight before switching off the engine.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of
braking assistance.
Key left in
If the key has been left in the ignition
switch at position
2 (Ignition on) , the
ignition will be switched off automatically
after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key
to position
1 (Stop) , then back to position
2 (Ignition on) .