Peugeot 308: Motorised tailgate (SW)

(Depending on version)

The motorised tailgate must only be operated with the vehicle stationary.

Check that there is enough space to allow for the movement of the motorised tailgate.

Never insert a finger in the locking system of the motorised tailgate - risk of serious injury!

To avoid the risk of injury through pinching or trapping, before and during operation of the motorised tailgate:

• ensure that there is no-one close to the rear of the vehicle.
• monitor the activity of the rear passengers, particularly any children.

Bicycle carrier/Towing device

The motorised tailgate is not designed to support a bicycle carrier.

When installing a bicycle carrier on the towing device with connection of the cable to the trailer socket, the motorised operation of the tailgate will be automatically deactivated.

If using a towing device or bicycle carrier not recommended by PEUGEOT, it is essential to deactivate the motorised operation of the tailgate.

• Motorised operation
• Hands-free function (Hands-Free Tailgate Access)
• Memorising an opening position

Motorised operation

The motorised operation of the tailgate is configured in the Settings > Vehicle touch screen application.

There are several ways of operating the tailgate:

1. Using the Keyless Entry and Start system's electronic key
2. Using the exterior tailgate control
3. Using the interior tailgate control
4. Using the control on the dashboard

If motorised operation is not activated, the request to open with this function release the tailgate (partially-open position).

Opening

► A long press on the central button A of the electronic key.

or

► A short press on the exterior tailgate control B (with the electronic key on your person, if the vehicle or the tailgate is locked).

or

► Two consecutive presses on the control D of the dashboard.

The tailgate opens, either completely by default, or to the position memorised beforehand.

If motorised operation is not activated, these actions release the tailgate (partially-open position).

When the vehicle is locked, the request to open the boot with one of the controls A or B unlocks the vehicle, or only the boot if selective unlocking is activated, prior to the opening of the boot.

Closing

► A long press on the central button A of the electronic key.

or

► A short press on the exterior tailgate control B.

or

► A short press on the interior tailgate control C.

or

► Two consecutive presses on the control D of the dashboard.

It is possible to interrupt the operation of the tailgate at any point.

Pressing one of these controls again interrupts the movement that is underway.

Following the interruption of a movement, pressing one of these controls again reverses the movement.

If the tailgate is left open for an extended period of time, the tailgate may need to be closed manually to reset power tailgate functionality.

Hands-free function (Hands-Free Tailgate Access)

With the electronic key on your person, this function allows the motorised tailgate to be opened, closed or stopped via a "kicking" movement under the rear bumper.

The "Handsfree Trunk Opening" function is configured in the Settings > Vehicle touch screen application.

Ensure that you are steady on your feet before performing the "kicking" movement.

Take care not to touch the exhaust system which may be hot - risk of burns!

Rechargeable hybrid vehicles

The function is not available when the vehicle is connected.

► Position yourself behind the vehicle by the number plate and perform a "kicking" movement in the "OK" detection zone.

The "kicking" movement must be given forwards, smoothly, not too fast and with a vertical movement from low to high. Raise the foot sufficiently and remove it immediately.

Acknowledgement of the "kicking" movement is confirmed by the lighting of the direction indicators.

"Sideward kicking" movements do not work. If the "kicking" movement has not been detected, wait at least 2 seconds before repeating the movement.

Do not perform repetitive "kicking" movements.

If the motorised tailgate has not started to open or close, check that:

• the function is activated.
• the electronic key is on your person, outside the vehicle in the rear recognition area.
• the "kicking" movement was performed in the detection zone, close enough to the bumper.
• the foot was removed from the bumper quickly enough.

When the vehicle is locked, the request to open the tailgate with this function unlocks the vehicle, or only the tailgate if selective unlocking is activated, prior to the opening of the tailgate.

Closing the tailgate with the "Hands-Free Tailgate Access" function enables you to lock the vehicle.

Recommendations on the hands-free function (Hands-Free Tailgate Access)

If it does not work, check that the electronic key is not exposed to a source of electromagnetic interference (e.g. smartphone).

The function may be deactivated or affected if there is rain or snow.

The function may not work correctly with a prosthetic leg.

In some circumstances, the tailgate may open or close by itself, particularly when:

• hitching up or removing a trailer.
• operating a towing device.
• fitting or removing a bicycle carrier.
• loading or unloading bicycles on/from a bicycle carrier.
• depositing or lifting something behind the vehicle.
• an animal approaches the rear bumper.
• washing the vehicle.
• maintenance is performed on the vehicle.
• accessing the spare wheel.

To avoid such operating problems, keep the electronic key away from the recognition zone or deactivate the hands-free function.

Towing device

The installation of a towing device may disturb the detection system.

► Perform the "kicking" movement on the right side of the towing device.

Memorising an opening position

To limit the opening angle of the motorised tailgate:

► move the tailgate to the desired position manually or by pressing the button.

► press button C or the exterior control B for more than 3 seconds (memorisation is confirmed by a brief audible signal).

A new memorisation operation cancels the previous one.

Memorising is not available until the height of opening is more than or equal to 1 metre between the low position and the high position of the tailgate.

Manual operation

The tailgate can be manoeuvred by hand, even with motorised operation activated.

The tailgate must be stationary.

► Move the tailgate as slowly and smoothly as possible.

When opening and closing the motorised tailgate manually, there is no assistance from gas struts.

Resistance to opening and closing is therefore entirely normal.

In case of the motor overheating

Repeatedly opening and closing the motorised tailgate can cause overheating of its electric motor, after which opening and closing will not be possible.

Allow at least 10 minutes for the electric motor to cool down before operating the tailgate again.

If you are unable to wait, operate it manually.

Manual closing of the motorised tailgate in case of failure

This operation is only necessary in the case of failure or deinitialisation/loss of the tailgate motor.

If the failure originates from the battery, it is recommended to recharge it or change it with the tailgate closed.

In this situation, a significant force may be needed to close the tailgate.

► Close it gently without slamming, as slowly as possible, by pushing at the centre of the tailgate.

Do not lower the tailgate by pushing at one of its sides - risk of damage!

Precautions in use

In wintry conditions

To avoid any operating problems, remove the snow or wait until the ice melts before requesting motorised opening of the tailgate.

When washing

When washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash, do not forget to lock and move away from the vehicle to prevent any risk of unwanted opening.