Peugeot 2008: Driving / Gear efficiency indicator
This system helps reduce fuel consumption by recommending the most
appropriate gear.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and the vehicle's equipment, the system
may advise skipping one or more gears.
Gear engagement recommendations are only optional. In fact, the configuration
of the road, the traffic density and safety remain determining factors when
choosing the best gear. Therefore, the driver remains responsible for deciding
whether or not to follow the system’s advice.
This function cannot be deactivated.
With an automatic gearbox,
the system is only active in manual operation.
The information appears in the
instrument panel in the form of an arrow and the recommended gear.
The system adapts its gear
shift recommendation according to the driving conditions (slope, load, etc.) and
the driver’s requirements (power, acceleration, braking, etc.).
The system never suggests:
engaging first gear,
engaging reverse.
This system keeps your vehicle briefly stationary (for approximately 2
seconds) when making a hill start, while you transfer your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal...
The Stop & Start function puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP
mode - during phases when the vehicle is stopped (red lights, queues, etc...
Other information:
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour
of the vehicle when braking.
The
snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels. They must never be fitted
to "space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take
account of the legislation specific to each country on the use of snow chains
and the maximum authorised speed...
Observe the driving regulations and remain vigilant whatever the traffic
conditions.
Monitor your environment and keep your hands on the wheel to be able to
react to anything that may happen any time.
Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for braking and maintain a longer
safety distance, especially in bad weather...