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How to deactivate the automatic handbrake on the Peugeot 5008

Model: Peugeot 5008 MK 2 - Years 2017-2024
Part: Parking brake

In this video, we see how to deactivate the handbrake on the Peugeot 5008: this is an operation that can be useful in particularly cold weather conditions, or when towing the vehicle, or when we need to do maintenance on the brakes. We press and hold the handbrake button for a period ranging from a minimum of 10 seconds to a maximum of 15. To reactivate it, we will instead press the button for two seconds and simultaneously press the brake pedal. At this point, a yellow warning light will illuminate on the dashboard to indicate the reactivation of the handbrake.

Posted on 4 February 2025 by ScegliAuto

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On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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