PEUGEOT 508 Ready To Go

The Peugeot 508 comes equipped with a Keyless Entry and Starting System that allows for unlocking, locking, and starting the vehicle while the electronic key is within the recognition zone. The system ensures that the vehicle cannot be locked if one of the electronic keys is left inside. Additionally, the Hands-free tailgate feature checks for adequate space to allow for the movement of the motorized tailgate, and the movement can be interrupted by pressing the controls again. The system also allows for the ejection of the key, enabling the vehicle to be driven without the use of the driver's hands.The electronic key can be used to unlock the vehicle without the need for manual operation, and it can be removed from the vehicle using the keyless entry and starting system. The vehicle's doors can be opened and closed without any manual operation, and the keys can be left in the glove compartment or boot without being used. The car can also be driven with the keys in the boot or used to open the door and handle. The vehicle can be unlocked by pressing the central button on the steering wheel or the tailgate opening control.The Peugeot 508 also features a variety of other technical details and functionalities, including frameless windows, fuel tank capacity, manual and electric seat adjustments, interior controls, air conditioning, lighting control, automatic headlamp dipping system, connected navigation, telephone connectivity, and automatic dual-zone air conditioning. The car also includes features such as automatic visibility program, recirculation of interior air, front and rear demisting, electric parking brake, and various engine starting and switching off functionalities.Furthermore, the vehicle is equipped with advanced driving aid systems such as Active Safety Brake with Distance Alert and Intelligent emergency braking assistance, Speed Limit recognition and recommendation, Cruise control, Active Lane Keeping Assistance, and Fatigue detection system. The Peugeot 508 also includes Active Suspension Control, Tyre under-inflation detection, AdBlue system for BlueHDi engines, and Park Assist with Full Park Assist and Visiopark 180.The Peugeot 508 is available with various engine options, including PureTech 180 and 225 versions, and Blue HDi versions with PureTech 180 or 225 versions. It also comes with practical features such as a temporary puncture repair kit, access to additional videos, and spare wheel options. The vehicle offers a comprehensive range of functionalities and technical details, making it a versatile and advanced option for drivers.

The manual talks about the following sections:

1. Electronic Key - The Keyless Entry and Starting System allows for unlocking, locking, and starting the vehicle with the electronic key in the recognition zone. It also prevents locking the vehicle if the key is left inside. The hands-free tailgate feature ensures enough space for the motorized tailgate to open. The key can be ejected to drive the vehicle without using hands, and it can also unlock the vehicle without manual effort. Additionally, the keys can be used to open and close the doors without hands, and the car can be driven with the keys in the boot or used to open the door. The vehicle can be unlocked using the central button on the steering wheel or the tailgate opening control. The hands-free function can be activated by a kicking movement below the rear bumper. The rear-wheel-drive version of the Peugeot 508 will be available in the UK from the end of January 2014 for £49,000.
2. Front Seats - The front seats in your vehicle have frameless windows and a window micro-descent system that activates when the door is opened and closed. The fuel tank capacity is approximately 62 litres for petrol and 55 litres for diesel, and it's important to switch off the engine. To open the bonnet from the inside, you can pull the release lever located below the dashboard. The front seats have manual adjustments and are "AGR" certified. They also have front head restraints with height adjustment. The interior controls include a sunroof blind control and panoramic opening sunroof. The back seats have manual or electric lumbar adjustment, as well as manual or electric recline. The rear seats also have manual or electric adjustments, including electric lumbar adjustment. The rear passengers have manual and electric reclining seats, and there are rear-facing cameras and climate control for both the front and back seats.\n\nRephrased Summary:\nThe front seats in your vehicle come with frameless windows and a window micro-descent system that activates when the door is opened and closed. The fuel tank capacity is about 62 litres for petrol and 55 litres for diesel, and you need to switch off the engine. To open the bonnet from the inside, use the release lever located below the dashboard. The front seats are "AGR" certified and have manual adjustments, along with front head restraints that can be adjusted for height. The back seats can be adjusted manually or with electric lumbar adjustment, and they also have manual or electric recline. Additionally, the rear seats feature manual or electric adjustments, including electric lumbar adjustment. The rear passengers have access to manual and electric reclining seats, and there are rear-facing cameras and climate control for both the front and back seats.
3. Lighting Control Stalk / Steering Wheel Adjustment / Door Mirrors / Rear Seats / Deactivating the Front Passenger Airbag - When the car is turned off, you can deactivate the front passenger airbag by opening the passenger door and inserting the key into the switch located on the side of the glovebox. A warning lamp will come on in the seat belt warning display when the ignition is switched on, indicating that the airbag is deactivated. The backrests can be folded using two release controls, a grip on the outer edge and a lever on the boot side trim. The lighting control stalk allows for automatic illumination of the headlamps, daytime running lamps, sidelamps, dipped or main beam headlamp, and rear foglamps.
4. Automatic Headlamp Dipping / Night Vision / Wiper Control Stalk / Touch Screen - The Automatic Headlamp Dipping System automatically switches between dipped and main beam based on external light and driving conditions. At night or in low visibility, it uses an infrared camera to detect pedestrians and animals up to 200m ahead, triggering an alert if a collision risk is detected. You can activate or deactivate this function in the Driving/Vehicle menu on the touch screen. Pulling the wiper control stalk improves visibility and reduces screenwash fluid consumption. The touch screen provides access to various menus such as air conditioning, connected navigation, telephone, and driving/vehicle options, which may vary depending on the vehicle model and equipment. You can navigate through these menus using the buttons below the touchscreen and the "Menu" button.
5. Pairing a Bluetooth / I-Cockpit ® Amplify Function / Emergency or Assistance Call / Automatic Dual-Zone Air Conditioning - The i-Cockpit Amplify function allows you to customize settings and access the Peugeot Connect SOS in case of an emergency. You can easily make an emergency or assistance call by pressing a button for more than 2 seconds. The system also offers automatic dual-zone air conditioning with various controls. Additionally, it provides options for connecting the telephone with 3 profiles: "Telephone", "Streaming", and "Mobile internet data". For more information on connecting to the system from your vehicle or accessing details about the system, you can visit the dealer's website or the company's website for your country.
6. Front Demisting - Defrosting / Starting/Switching Off the Engine / Electric Parking Brake / Speed Manual Gearbox - The car's automatic comfort program can be turned on or off, and it offers features like Maximum A/C, Mono-zone/Dual-zone, and the "AQS" (Air Quality System) function. It also includes passenger compartment pre-conditioning and an automatic visibility program. The system allows for recirculation of interior air and can be turned off if needed. Additionally, it provides front demisting and defrosting, as well as rear screen and door mirrors demisting and defrosting. The electric parking brake automatically releases and applies itself based on the vehicle's movement and engine status. When starting or switching off the engine, specific steps need to be followed based on the type of gearbox in the car. With a manual gearbox, the gear lever should be put into neutral, while with an automatic gearbox, the gearbox selector positions should be considered. The engine can be started by pressing the "START/STOP" button while maintaining pressure on the brake pedal, and it will switch off automatically in certain circumstances. If the electronic key is inside the vehicle, the parking brake can be applied by pressing the brake button.
7. Active Suspension Control / Driving Aids / Driving Modes / Active Safety Brake with Distance Alert and Intelligent Emergency Braking Assistance - The Active Suspension Control allows you to adjust the damping of the suspension based on road conditions, vehicle load, driving style, and selected driving mode. It offers three modes: Comfort, Normal, and Sport, each with different damping settings to improve comfort and handling. The driving aids, including the Active Safety Brake with Distance Alert and Intelligent Emergency Braking Assistance, are there to assist the driver but do not replace the need for the driver to maintain control of the vehicle and adhere to speed limits and safety distances. These systems may be affected by bad weather or poor driving conditions.
8. Speed Limiter / Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation / Cruise Control - The automatic braking system considers vehicles moving in the same direction, stationary vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, and animals in the traffic lane. It is activated by default at every engine start but can be turned off or on through the touch screen's Driving/Vehicle menu. The Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation feature shows the maximum speed allowed on the instrument panel based on the country's speed limits. Specific speed limits for heavy goods vehicles are not displayed. Cruise control must be manually switched on and requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) with a manual gearbox or engagement of the selector in mode D or second gear or higher in mode M with an automatic gearbox. The system can be controlled through the steering-mounted controls, and the speed limiter mode allows for adjusting the programmed value, pausing the speed limiter, and using the speed suggested by the Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation. The function can be activated and deactivated in the Touch screen's Driving/Vehicle menu. The minimum programmed speed for the speed limiter is 19 mph (30 km/h), and for cruise control, it is 25 mph (40 km/h) or 25 km/h (40 m/hr). The maximum programmed speed for the vehicle is 20 mph (32 km/h).\n\nRephrased Summary:\nThe system automatically brakes for vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and animals, and can be turned off or on via the touch screen. It also displays the maximum allowed speed based on the country's speed limits. Cruise control needs to be manually activated and has specific speed requirements. The system can be controlled through steering-mounted controls and the Touch screen's Driving/Vehicle menu. The minimum and maximum programmed speeds for the speed limiter and cruise control are also specified.
9. Adaptive Cruise Control / Fatigue Detection System / Active Lane Keeping Assistance - The adaptive cruise control system in vehicles like Renault Zoe, Kona, and Kia Sorento can be manually switched on and requires a vehicle speed between 19 and 99 mph for manual gearbox cars and mode D or M for automatic gearbox cars. The active lane keeping assistance uses a camera to detect lane markings and corrects the vehicle's trajectory while alerting the driver if there is a risk of crossing a line or hard shoulder. The fatigue detection system prompts the driver to take a break when feeling tired or at least every two hours, and can be activated in the Driving/Vehicle menu of the touch screen. These systems are available in the Renault One, the Renault Megane, and the Hyundai i20, and can also be purchased separately for a fee. The most expensive system is available in the Renault Kona for the North American market, and it comes with additional safety features such as a speed limiter and automatic braking.
10. Lane Assist / Active Blind Spot Monitoring System - Lane Assist / Active Blind Spot Monitoring System: The Lane Assist system uses a camera to detect lane markings and helps steer the vehicle to keep it in the chosen lane. It also alerts the driver when a vehicle is detected in the blind spot. Additionally, the system includes Park Assist for various parking maneuvers and Visiopark for displaying the vehicle's surroundings on the touch screen. The system is activated by default and can be customized through the touchscreen menu. The car can be purchased from various online retailers with prices ranging from £39.99 to £59.99. Optional features like hill descent control are also available for certain models.
11. Stop & Start / Tyre Under-Inflation Detection - The Park Assist feature helps in finding a parking space and then takes control of the steering while the driver handles the driving tasks. The Tyre Under-Inflation Detection system monitors the tire pressures while the vehicle is in motion. The AdBlue tank, found in BlueHDi engines, holds about 17 liters and an indicator shows the estimated distance that can be covered when the tank is on reserve or if there is a fault with the emissions control system. The engine will restart automatically under certain conditions, and the stop & start function can be turned on by the driver. The system needs to be reinitialized after adjusting tire pressure, and the driver's seat belt must remain fastened during the entire maneuver.
12. Spare Wheel / Practical Information / Temporary Puncture Repair Kit - It is important to note that if your vehicle is equipped with a "space-saver" spare wheel, certain driving aid functions should be turned off and the maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) should not be exceeded. Please keep in mind that the equipment described in this document may vary depending on the trim level, version, and country specifications of your vehicle. It is recommended to download the Scan MyPeugeot APP smartphone application from the appropriate store for further assistance. Additionally, the access to the temporary puncture repair kit and spare wheel kit, along with other relevant vehicle information, is essential for puncture repair and recovery on the road.