In the event of a breakdown -> Accessory battery for your Peugeot 3008 2016-2023
In the event of a breakdown
approximately 15 minutes before starting the
engine.
Accessing the batteries
Front
Accessory battery
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(Rechargeable hybrid)
The rechargeable hybrid system has two
accessory batteries: one at the front and one at
the rear of the vehicle.
If minor problems nevertheless persist following
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise
certain equipment:
– Remote control key or electronic key
(depending on version).
– Sunroof and electric blind.
– Electric windows.
The front battery is located under the bonnet.
The batteries contain harmful
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).
They must be disposed of in accordance
with regulations and must never under any
circumstances be discarded with household
waste.
– Date and time.
– Preset radio stations.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.
After reconnecting the battery, the
message "Collision risk detection
system fault" is displayed on the instrument
panel when the ignition is switched on. This
operation is perfectly normal. The message
will disappear while driving.
For access to the (+) terminal:
► Release the bonnet by pulling the internal
release lever, then the external safety catch.
► Raise the bonnet.
(+) Positive terminal with a quick-release
terminal.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling batteries.
All operations on the batteries must be carried
out in a well ventilated area and away from
naked flames and sources of sparks, so as to
avoid the risk of explosion or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
For the replacement of batteries, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
(-) Negative terminal.
The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be available
again after a continuous period with the
vehicle immobilised, the duration of which
depends on the exterior temperature and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8
hours).
As the battery's negative terminal is not
accessible, a remote earth point is located near
the battery.
Rear
Do not start or jump start another vehicle
from the vehicle’s batteries.
The rear battery is located in the boot.
To reach the battery:
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with lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage
of 12 V.
► Switch off charger B before connecting
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any
dangerous sparks.
► Ensure that the charger cables are in good
condition.
► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the
vehicle has one.
► Lift the boot floor.
► Connect the cables of charger B as follows:
• the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal
of battery A,
• the negative (-) black cable to earth point C
on the vehicle.
► At the end of the charging operation, switch
off charger B before disconnecting the cables
from battery A.
(+) Positive terminal, protected by a red plastic
cover (not accessible).
(-) Negative terminal with a black quick-release
connector.
Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the charger.
Never reverse polarities.
Charging the front battery
using a battery charger
For optimum service life of the front battery, it
is essential to maintain an adequate state of
charge.
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to
charge the front battery:
– When using the vehicle mainly for short
journeys.
It is not necessary to disconnect the
battery.
Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk
of explosion!
► Switch the ignition off.
► Switch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).
If the battery has frozen, have it checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified workshop
who will verify that the internal components
have not been damaged and that the case
has not cracked, which would mean a risk of
toxic and corrosive acid leaking.
– If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for
several weeks.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Disconnection/reconnection
of the batteries
Procedure for disconnecting/reconnecting the
batteries in the event of long-term immobilisation
of the vehicle.
To charge the vehicle's front battery
yourself, use only a charger compatible
Before disconnecting the batteries:
► Open the driver's door and boot.
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► Close all other doors.
► Switch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lamps, etc.).
► Switch off the ignition and wait for the READY
indicator lamp to go out.
► Disconnect the (+) terminal of the front
battery by disconnecting the red quick-release
clamp:
• Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.
• Remove clamp B by lifting it off.
For right-hand drive versions, when the
total distance recorder has reached
62 miles (100 km), you must wait
approximately 15 minutes before starting the
engine.
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► Observe a waiting time of 4 minutes.
If minor problems nevertheless persist following
this operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise
certain equipment:
Reconnection
Never reverse the order of the battery
disconnection and reconnection steps
- risk of irreversible damage!
– Remote control key or electronic key
(depending on version).
– Sunroof and electric blind.
– Electric windows.
– Date and time.
– Preset radio stations.
Disconnection
Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
mechanical device.
► Connect the (+) terminal of the front battery
by connecting the red quick-release clamp:
• Raise lever A fully.
• Refit open clamp B on the (+) terminal.
• Push clamp B fully down.
► Disconnect the (-) terminal of the rear battery
using the black quick-release connector.
• Lower lever A to lock clamp B.
► Connect the (-) terminal of the rear battery
using the black quick-release connector.
Following reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the
engine, to enable the electronic systems to
initialise.
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