PEUGEOT 508, Handbook

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Checks
Checks
12 V battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check that the terminals
are clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer to
the "Practical information" section for details of
the precautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the replacement intervals
for these components.
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the use of the
vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace them twice
as often if necessary (refer to the "Engines"
section).
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the replacement interval
for this component.
Oil filter
The presence of this label, in particular with
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use of
a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with special
technology and specification, for which the
involvement of a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop is required when replacing
or disconnecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation may
shorten the life of the battery.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of the
particle filter is indicated by
the temporary illumination of
this warning lamp accompanied by a message
in the multi-function screen.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until
the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on,
this indicates a low additive level.
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell,
which is perfectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle or
the environment.
Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the servicing booklet and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.