Quiz: how well do you know your Peugeot 308?

21 questions. After each answer you get a short explanation and a link to the manual page that covers it in detail.

What is the minimum speed you can programme on the Peugeot 308 speed limiter?
30 km/h. The speed limiter needs a programmed speed of at least 30 km/h. The programmed speed stays in memory when the ignition is switched off. Speed limiter

What is the maximum load on the roof bars of a 308 saloon for a loading height up to 40 cm?
80 kg. For the saloon the limit is 80 kg up to 40 cm height (bicycle carriers excepted). Above 40 cm, adapt your speed to the road to protect bars and fixings. Fitting roof bars (308 saloon)

What is the maximum roof load for a 308 SW with transverse bars, at a loading height up to 40 cm?
75 kg. On the SW the limit is 75 kg, and the bars should be retightened after the load is placed and secured. The longitudinal bars cannot be removed. Fitting roof bars (308 SW with bench rear seat, 308 SW with individual rear seats)

In the 308 courtesy lamp 'permanent lighting' mode with the ignition off, how long does the lamp stay on?
About ten minutes. With ignition off it stays on about ten minutes, about thirty seconds in energy economy mode, and unlimited with the engine running. Courtesy lamps

Which Peugeot-recommended child seat for the 308 can be fitted to the ISOFIX mountings?
RÖMER KIDFIX. The RÖMER KIDFIX (groups 2 and 3, 15 to 36 kg) fits ISOFIX mountings, with the child still restrained by the seat belt. Child seats recommended by Peugeot

A 308 is locked with the remote and unlocked by accident. What happens if no door is opened?
It relocks after thirty seconds. The car relocks automatically after thirty seconds unless a door is opened. Central locking also won't happen if a door or the boot is open. Remote control key

When do the 308 hazard warning lamps switch on automatically?
During emergency braking. They come on in emergency braking depending on deceleration and go off the first time you accelerate. On the 1.6 THP 200 hp, deactivating ESP/ASR disables this. Hazard warning lamps

How do you start a manual check of the 308's status with the engine running?
Briefly press the 'CHECK/000' button. A brief press of CHECK/000 shows 'CHECK OK' if no fault is found. For a major fault, only the relevant warning lamps are displayed. Manual Check

For eco-driving in a 308 with cruise control, from what speed should you use it when traffic flows well?
Above 40 km/h. Use cruise control above 40 km/h in flowing traffic. Also, above 50 km/h close the windows and leave the air vents open. Eco-driving

What is the maximum load on the unfolded rear parcel shelf with the high load net at row 2 in a 308 SW with bench seat?
7.5 kg. The limit is 7.5 kg. The shelf has four sections, three of which fold back, and can be stored under the rear seats. Boot fittings (308 SW with bench rear seat)

How do you reset the 308 trip computer distance, average consumption and average speed on the monochrome screen?
Press the control for more than two seconds. A press of more than two seconds on the control resets distance travelled, average consumption and average speed. The control is at the end of the wiper stalk. Trip computer

If the 308 is used in dusty conditions or city driving, how often should air and cabin filters be replaced?
Twice as often. Replace them twice as often if necessary. A clogged cabin filter can hurt air conditioning performance and cause undesirable odours. Checks

What is the approximate fuel tank capacity of the Peugeot 308?
About 60 litres. The tank holds approximately 60 litres. The same page shows the fuel flap and cap operation. Access

At what distance from an obstacle does the 308 parking sensor signal become continuous?
About 30 cm. Below about thirty centimetres the beep turns continuous. Front sensors only work below 10 km/h. Parking sensors

What must you do when installing a rearwards-facing child seat on the 308 front passenger seat?
Deactivate the passenger airbag. Otherwise the child risks serious injury or death if the airbag inflates. Children under 10 should not sit forwards-facing in front, with limited exceptions. Advice on child seats

A petrol nozzle is inserted in a 308 Diesel filler neck. What happens?
The flap stays closed, preventing filling. The mechanical flap blocks petrol nozzles. A fuel can can still be used, poured slowly without touching the flap. Abroad, check pump compatibility. Misfuel prevention (diesel)

What should you do in an emergency stop in a 308 when ABS activates and the pedal vibrates?
Press very firmly without releasing. Slight pedal vibration is normal ABS operation. EBA also detects how fast you press the pedal and boosts braking pressure. Braking assistance systems

By how much must the 308 towed load be reduced for each additional 1000 m of altitude above the first 1000 m?
10 %. Reduce the load by 10 % per extra 1000 m. Towing speed must not exceed 100 km/h, and above 37 °C ambient you should limit the towed load. Weights and towed loads (in kg)

How many CDs can the 308 front armrest compartment hold?
6. The compartment holds up to 6 CDs; raise the lever and lift the cover fully. The cover height and length are also adjustable. Front armrest

How do you flash the main beam briefly on the 308 when in lamps off or sidelamps mode?
Maintain a pull on the stalk. Holding the stalk pulled towards you gives a headlamp flash. A normal pull in dipped mode switches between dipped and main beam. Exterior lighting controls

Which button on the Peugeot Connect Sound (RD5) panel opens the main menu of the 308 monochrome screen A?
MENU. MENU opens the main menu; MODE changes the permanent application like the trip computer. In 'Vehicle configuration' you can toggle rear parking sensors. Monochrome screen A

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