Removing - Refitting The Battery - PEUGEOT 508 Handbook

Removing - refitting the battery*

this procedure allows you to safely remove the
battery when needed to change a failed bulb.
You can also call on a PeugeOt
dealer or a qualified workshop to carry
out this procedure.
Before removal
- Place the vehicle in a ventilated location,
with free access and preferably on a level
surface.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Put the gear lever into neutral (position N
for an automatic gearbox).
- If the vehicle has an alarm, leave the
bonnet open to avoid triggering the alarm.
- Leave at least one window open if in a
secure location, otherwise lock all the
doors and the boot.
In the event of a breakdown
- If the vehicle has a motorised tailgate,
it will not be possible to open it after
disconnecting the battery.
- Switch off the ignition and remove the key.
- If the vehicle has Keyless entry and
Starting, take the remote control at least
3 metres away from the vehicle.
- Wait about 4 minutes (or 12 minutes
with an automatic gearbox) before
disconnecting the battery.
* Valid only for Saloon, SW and non-
hybrid RHX.
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