Peugeot 2008 SUV Dashboard Lights And Meaning

The Peugeot 2008 compact SUV comes with a 100kW (136bhp) electric motor with a torque of 260Nm. In the combustion version, there is a range of powerful and fuel-efficient powertrains equipped with Stop & Start functionality: BlueHDi diesel or PureTech gasoline, offering up to 155 bhp for that additional sporty handling.

You mustn't ignore a warning light, especially red symbols. Red symbols warns the driver that something is wrong with the car and that it can potentially cause damage or risks to passenger/driver safety.

The amber lights, while still necessary, are generally a sign that something non-urgent requires your prompt attention, and the green/blue lights are used to report that something is on.

The seat belt warning light with an audible buzzer will alert vehicle passengers to fasten their seat belts, along with the ignition key for the ON / RUN position. If a driver or passenger in the vehicle does not tighten the seat belt, the light will begin to flash, and a chime will sound. Please fasten your seat belt for safety reasons as it will protect you.

The Peugeot 2008 lights up temporarily when the ignition is on, and the engine starts. It should be out soon. If the light stays on or illuminate while driving, one of the airbags or seat belt pre-tensioner systems has a fault. Contact a qualified Peugeot engineer as soon as possible.

The Peugeot 2008 red brake warning light indicates low brake fluid. Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible and add fluid to the brake reservoir tank. If the fluid requires a frequent filling, there is likely a leak in the brake circuit.

The Peugeot 2008 ABS warning light means a failure in the anti-lock brake system. ABS is a safety feature that is an extension of the conventional braking system. It assists in preventing wheels from locking up when braking heavily or when braking on low-traction surfaces. The fault is generally related to the sensor. ABS failure will not affect conventional braking.

The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and the Traction Control/Anti-Slip Control (ASR) system of the Peugeot 2008 help keep the vehicle stable when accelerating and turning. Although DSC is always enabled by default at every engine start, it is only operational when the warning light flashes.

The engine self-diagnosis system is also known as the engine check light or engine management light, should come on generally with the ignition/engine start and will go out shortly. If the light illuminate while driving or does not go off. There may be a fault in the emission control system. The vehicle could be emitting toxic emissions and could be using more fuel than usual. If the light is flashing, there may be engine management failure. Possible engine misfire destroying the catalytic converter.

This symbol represents the rear fog lights of Peugeot 2008 being activated or switched on.

Assisted Lane Departure Warning System of Peugeot 2008 uses a camera located on the top of the windshield that recognizes lane markings on the ground. The system warns the driver and corrects the vehicle's trajectory if it detects an unintended crossing of lane lines.

Peugeot 2008's dipped headlight symbol indicates that dipped light is on. It is basically used at nights. Pull the lever towards you for a temporary high beam, "Flash to pass" scenario.

The turn indicator symbols represent the indicator is switched on of Peugeot 2008. These arrows illuminate the left or right when indicating symbols and illuminate on both sides when a hazard warning light button is pressed.

This Peugeot 2008 dashboard warning light informs the driver that the exterior lights/sidelights/parking lights/headlights are switched on.

This symbol represents the front fog lights of Peugeot 2008 being switched on. 

The blue headlight/full beam symbol differs from other symbol colors to allow the driver to see that the headlights are on visually and to quickly switch from high beam to low beam when necessary.