Running checks

Instrument cluster warning lamps

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Braking system warning lamp

It shows:

  • parking brake detected applied or not fully released,
  • brake fluid level excessively low, in which case combined with the STOP warning lamp,
  • electronic brake force distribution (EBD) fault, combined with the STOP warning lamp.

The warning lamp is repeated in the instrument cluster display for the last two faults.

Stopping is mandatory in the last two cases. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Dès la mise du contact, le témoin s'allumeSeat belt warning lamp


As soon as the ignition is switched on, the lamp comes on if a front occupant has not fastened their seat belt or unfastens it.

Dans certaines conditions de roulageLow fuel warning lamp


Under certain driving conditions and depending on the engine, your range may be less than 50 kilometres (the fuel tank capacity is approximately 67 litres).

antipollutionEmission control system
warning lamp

It should go out a few seconds after the engine starts.

With the engine running, if the lamp flashes or stays on, it indicates a fault in the emission control system.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer promptly.

antiblocage de roues (ABS)Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning lamp

If it stays on above 10 km/h, it indicates an ABS fault.

The vehicle nevertheless retains conventional assisted braking.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

The warning lamp is repeated in the instrument cluster display.

moteur DieselDiesel engine glow plug
warning lamp

Wait for it to go out before starting.

The display duration depends on outside weather conditions.

l'airbag passager *Passenger airbag deactivation
warning lamp *

The lamp stays on to indicate that the passenger airbag has been deliberately deactivated.

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