What every red warning light on the Peugeot 206 means, from the STOP lamp to brakes and oil, with clear steps on what to do. Covers cars built from 2004.
Red warning lights on your Peugeot 206 point to problems that need your attention straight away. Some of them, like the central STOP light, mean you must stop the car. Others, such as the seat belt light, just need a quick action from you.
This guide covers the first-generation Peugeot 206, based on handbook edition ed01-04 for vehicles produced from 01/04/2004. Some lamps depend on the version or equipment of your car. For example, the low coolant level light described here is for Diesel engines, and the seat belt light depends on the country.
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| Warning | Urgency | In short |
|---|---|---|
| Central (STOP) Warning Light | Stop safely, get help | Serious fault, stop if it flashes |
| Engine Oil Pressure and Temperature Warning Light | Stop safely, get help | Low oil pressure, low oil or overheating |
| Diesel Engine Low Coolant Level Warning Light | Stop safely, get help | Coolant level too low, stop |
| Handbrake, Low Brake Fluid and EBFD Fault Warning Light | Stop safely, get help | Handbrake on, low brake fluid or EBFD |
| Battery Charge Warning Light | Get it checked soon | Charging circuit problem |
| Seat Belt Not Fastened Warning Light | Action needed from you | Driver's seat belt not fastened |
This is the central warning light marked STOP. It works together with the warning lights for engine oil pressure and temperature, low coolant level, the handbrake, low brake fluid level and an Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBFD) fault. It is also linked to the coolant temperature gauge, and it flashes if the gauge needle shows the coolant temperature is too high.
What to do:
This light works together with the central STOP warning light and comes on with an audible signal. It warns you of one of two problems: the oil pressure is too low or there is not enough oil in the lubrication circuit, or the engine oil temperature is too high.
What to do:
If the oil pressure is too low or there is not enough oil:
If the oil temperature is too high:
This light is for Diesel engines and works together with the central STOP warning light. It tells you the coolant level is low. Remember that the cooling circuit is under pressure, so take care before opening it.
What to do:
This braking light works together with the central STOP warning light. It comes on when the handbrake is applied or not fully released. If it stays on after you have fully released the handbrake, the brake fluid level has dropped too far. If it comes on together with the ABS warning light, there is a fault in the Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBFD) system.
What to do:
If the handbrake is on or not fully released:
If the light stays on with the handbrake released:
If the light is on together with the ABS warning light:
This light tells you something is wrong with the battery charging. The handbook lists possible reasons: the charging circuit is not working properly, the battery or starter terminals are loose, the alternator belt is slack or broken, or the alternator has failed.
What to do:
When you switch on the ignition, this light comes on if the driver's seat belt is not fastened, and it stays on until you fasten it. Above 12 mph (20 km/h) it flashes for about two minutes, with an audible signal that gets louder and a message on the multi-function display.
What to do:
If you are not sure what a red light is telling you, stop somewhere safe and check which lights are on together, especially the central STOP light. If a light is still on or you are unsure what to do next, consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Red lights on your Peugeot 206 are there to protect you and your car, so never ignore them. Take the action described above, keep an eye on the multi-function display and get the car checked whenever the handbook tells you to.
Related guides: Peugeot 206 SW Indicators: Orange Warnings (2004), Peugeot 206 SW Indicators: Green and Blue Warnings (2004) and all Peugeot 206 guides.
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