Peugeot 308: Advice on care and maintenance

Peugeot 308 2021-2024 (P5) Owners Manual / Practical information / Advice on care and maintenance

General recommendations
Bodywork
Alcantara

General recommendations

Observe the following recommendations to avoid damaging the vehicle.

Exterior

Never use a high-pressure jet wash in the engine compartment - risk of damaging the electrical components! Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or extremely cold conditions.

When washing the vehicle in an automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure to lock the doors and, depending on version, move the electronic key away and deactivate the "hands-free" function (Hands-Free Tailgate Access).

When using a pressure washer, keep the jet nozzle at a minimum distance of 30 cm from the vehicle (particularly when cleaning areas containing chipped paint, sensors or seals).

Promptly clean up any stains containing chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's paintwork (including tree resin, bird droppings, insect secretions, pollen and tar).

Depending on the environment, clean the vehicle frequently to remove salty deposits (in coastal areas), soot (in industrial areas) and mud/salts (in wet or cold areas). These substances can be highly corrosive.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop for advice on removing stubborn stains requiring special products (such as tar or insect removers).

Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

Interior

When washing the vehicle, never use a water hose or high-pressure jet to clean the interior.

Liquids carried in cups or other open containers can spill, presenting a risk of damage to the instruments and controls and the controls located on the centre console. Be vigilant!

To clean instrument panels, touch screens or other displays, wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use products (e.g. alcohol, disinfectant) or soapy water directly on these surfaces - risk of damage!

Bodywork

High-gloss paint

Do not use abrasive products, solvents, petrol or oil to clean the bodywork.

Never use an abrasive sponge to clean stubborn stains - risk of scratching the paintwork! Do not apply polish in strong sunshine, or to plastic or rubber parts.

Use a soft cloth and soapy water or a pH neutral product.

Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean microfibre cloth.

Apply polish with the vehicle clean and dry.

Comply with the instructions for use stated on the product.

Decals

(Depending on version)

Do not use a high-pressure washer to clean the vehicle - risk of damaging or detaching the decals!

Use a high-flow hose (temperature between 25ºC and 40ºC).

Place the jet of water perpendicular to the surface to be cleaned.

Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.

Textile

The dashboard, door panels and seats may contain parts made of textile material.

Maintenance

Do not use aggressive cleaning products (e.g. alcohol, solvent or ammonia).

Do not use steam-cleaning systems - risk of affecting the adhesion of the fabrics!

Remove dust from the textile parts regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

Rub down the textile parts once per year with a clean, damp cloth. After leaving overnight to dry, brush with a soft-bristled brush.

Stain removal

Do not rub the stain or it may spread or you may cause the substance to penetrate the surface.

Act quickly by reducing the stain from its edges inwards.

Remove as much substance or solids as possible using a spoon or spatula, and remove as much liquid as possible using absorbent paper.

Product/Procedure to use depending on the type of stain:

- Grease, oil and ink: clean with a pH-neutral detergent.

- Vomit: clean with sparkling mineral water.

- Blood: spread flour over the stain and allow to dry; remove with a slightly damp cloth.

- Mud: allow to dry and then remove with a slightly damp cloth.

- Cake, chocolate, ice cream: clean with lukewarm water.

- Sugary and/or alcoholic drinks: clean with lukewarm water, or lemon juice if the stain is persistent.

- Hair gel, coffee, tomato sauce, vinegar: clean with lukewarm water and lemon juice.

For solid substances, then use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

For liquid substances, then use a damp microfibre cloth and then dry with another cloth.

Alcantara

Alcantara is an elegant and practical material which is very resistant and easy to maintain.

Do not use printed cloths or printed absorbent paper.

Do not use steam-cleaning systems.

Remove dust from the Alcantara parts regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

Clean the Alcantara, without rubbing too vigorously, with a white cotton cloth which is slightly damp.

To find out which products and procedures to use on different types of stains, refer to the "Textile - Stain removal" section.

For more information, go to the Alcantara trademark website: www.alcantara.com.

Leather

Leather is a natural product. Appropriate regular care is essential for its durability.

It must be protected and nourished using a specific leather product, to keep it supple and preserve its original appearance.

Do not use maintenance products which are not suitable for cleaning leather (e.g. solvent, detergent, petrol, pure alcohol).

Do not use bleaching or colour-removal products (e.g. perchloroethylene).

When cleaning items partly made from leather, take care not to damage the other materials with the specific leather product.

Before cleaning greasy stains or liquids, quickly mop up any surplus.

Before cleaning, wipe off any residues liable to scuff the leather, using a cloth that has been dampened with demineralised water and thoroughly wrung out.

Clean the leather, without rubbing too vigorously, using a soft cloth moistened with soapy water or a pH-neutral product.

Dry with a soft, dry cloth.