Peugeot 2008: Practical information / Very cold climate screen
(Depending on country of sale.)
This removable protective screen prevents the accumulation of snow at the
radiator cooling fan.
It consists of a first element for the upper part of the front grille and a
second element for the lower part.
For
fitting / removing, it is recommended that you contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Before any operation, ensure that the engine is off and the cooling fan has
stopped.
It is
essential to remove them when:
- the exterior temperature exceeds 10°C.
- towing.
- the speed is above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Fitting
- Hold the side screen in front of the lower left grille of the bumper.
- First insert the lower fixing brackets into the bumper.
- Tilt the side screen upwards until the side and then upper fixing
brackets click into the bumper.
- Check that the unit is firmly held by pressing around the edges.
Repeat the same process to fit the central screen into the upper grille of
the bumper.
Removing
For the side screen
- Insert a finger into the notch in the lower part of the side screen.
- Pull towards you to unclip the unit.
For the central screen with horizontal grille
- Press the upper fixing brackets to release them from the grille.
- Gently tilt the central screen downwards.
- Pull towards you to unclip the unit.
For the central screen with vertical grille
- Insert a flat screwdriver into the holes to reach the upper fixing
brackets of the central screen.
- Press on each upper fixing bracket in turn to release them from the
grille.
- Pull towards you to unclip the unit.
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour
of the vehicle when braking.
The
snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels...
This system manages the duration of use of certain functions, in order to
conserve a sufficient level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine, you can still use functions such as the audio
and telematic system, the wipers and the dipped beam headlamps or courtesy lamps,
for a combined duration of approximately 40 minutes...
Other information:
Refer to the General recommendations on the use of driving and manoeuvring
aids.
This system includes sensors, placed on the sides of the bumpers, and warns
the driver of the potentially dangerous presence of another vehicle (car, truck,
motorcycle) in the blind spot areas of their vehicle (areas hidden from the
driver's field of vision)...
Bench seat with fixed cushions and split folding backrests (2/3-1/3) to adapt
the boot load space.
Rear head restraints
They have two positions:
A high position, for when the seat is in use:
Pull the head restraint fully up.
A low position, for stowing, when the seat is not in use:
Press the lug A to release the head restraint and push it
down...