Electric Parking Brake - PEUGEOT 308 Handbook

Driving

Electric parking brake

Automatic operation
The system allows the application of the
parking brake on switching off the engine and
release as the vehicle moves off.
Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and in the control
lever to confirm the application of the
parking brake.
It goes off to confirm the release of the parking
brake.
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The driver can take over at any time to apply
or release the parking brake, by operating the
control lever.
- By briefly pulling the control
lever to apply the brake,
- By briefly pushing
the control lever, while
pressing the foot
brake, to release.
The indicator lamp in the control lever
flashes during manual application or
release.
In the event of a battery failure, the
electric parking brake no longer works.
As a safety measure, if the parking
brake is not applied, immobilise the
vehicle by engaging a gear or placing a
chock at one of the wheels.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake.
When towing, parking on a steep slope,
or if your vehicle is heavily laden,
turn the wheels towards the kerb and
engage a gear.
For towing, you vehicle is approved for
parking on slopes of up to 12%.