Electric Parking Brake - PEUGEOT 308 Handbook

Driving

Electric parking brake

The system provides, in automatic operation,
the application of the parking brake on
switching off the engine and release as the
vehicle moves off.
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,
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Automatic operation is activated by default.
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Indicator lamp
It goes off to confirm the release of the parking
brake.
The indicator lamp in the control lever flashes
during manual application or release.
By briefly pushing
the control lever, while
pressing the foot
brake, to release.
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and in the control
lever to confirm the application of the
parking brake.
The area in front of the electric parking
brake control is not intended for the
storage of objects.
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%.