PEUGEOT 508 Handbook page 175

Situations
Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the
following warning lamps:
and possibly
flashing.
Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the
following warning lamps:
and possibly
flashing.
Display of the message "Battery charge fault".
- the automatic functions are deactivated.
- Hill start assist is not available.
to apply the electric parking brake:
F immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.
F pull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is complete.
F switch on the ignition and check that the electric parking brake warning lamps
come on.
the application is slower than during normal operation.
to release the electric parking brake:
F switch on the ignition.
F push the control lever and hold it for approximately 3 seconds then release it.
If the braking warning lamp is flashing or if the warning lamps do not come on with
the ignition on, these procedures will not work. Place the vehicle on level ground and
have it checked by a PeugeOt dealer or a qualified workshop.
- Only the automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic release
on acceleration functions are available.
- the manual application/release of the electric parking brake and the emergency
braking are not available.
- You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Switch off and immobilise your
vehicle (if necessary, place the a chock under a wheel).
- Apply the electric parking brake before switching off the engine.
Consequences
Driving
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