What each orange warning light on the Peugeot 206 SW (2004-2009) means, from ABS and ESP to airbags and low fuel, and what you should do next.
Orange warning lights on your Peugeot 206 SW point to something that needs your attention: a system that has a fault, a feature that has been switched off, or a reminder such as low fuel. They are not usually as urgent as red lights, but you shouldn't ignore them.
This guide covers the Peugeot 206 SW (2004-2009) and is based on handbook edition ed01-08, which applies to cars produced from 1 January 2008. Some of these lights depend on the version or equipment your car has, so you may not see all of them on your dashboard.
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| Warning | Urgency | In short |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light | Get it checked soon | ABS fault, normal braking still works |
| Dynamic stability control system (ESP/ ASR) warning light | Get it checked soon | ESP/ASR working, switched off or faulty |
| Emission control system warning light (according to model) | Get it checked soon | Engine management fault, flashing risks catalyst damage |
| Diesel engine pre-heat warning light | Information / status | Diesel pre-heating, wait before starting |
| Low fuel level warning light | Action needed from you | Fuel low, at least 30 miles left |
| Passenger air bag disarmed warning light | Information / status | Passenger air bag switched off |
| Air bags warning light | Get it checked soon | Fault in the air bags |
This is the warning light for the anti-lock braking system (ABS). It comes on for a few seconds every time you switch on the ignition, which is normal. If it stays on, or comes on when you are driving above 8 mph (12 km/h), the ABS has a fault. If it lights up with an audible signal and a message on the multifunction display, this also means there is a fault in the ABS. You still have conventional servo-assisted braking, but without the anti-lock function.
What to do:
This is the warning light for the dynamic stability control system (ESP/ASR). It comes on for a few seconds every time you switch on the ignition. With the engine running and the car moving, it comes on when the system is activated. It stays lit with a message on the multifunction display when the system has been switched off. If it stays lit while the engine is running and the car is moving, it needs checking.
What to do:
If it comes on while the system is activated, or stays on with a message after you have switched the system off:
If it stays lit with the engine running and the car moving:
This is the emission control system warning light, fitted depending on the model. It comes on for a few seconds every time you switch on the ignition. If it comes on and stays on while the engine is running, the injection, ignition or emission control system is not working correctly. If it flashes, there is a risk of damage to the catalytic converter on petrol engines.
What to do:
If the light stays on with the engine running:
If the light flashes:
This is the pre-heat warning light on diesel engines. It shows that the engine is pre-heating before you start it. If the temperature is already high enough, the light only comes on for less than a second.
What to do:
If the light stays on when you switch on the ignition:
If the light only comes on for less than a second:
This is the low fuel level warning light. When it first comes on, you have enough fuel left to drive at least 30 miles (50 km). The fuel tank holds approximately 50 litres.
What to do:
This warning light shows the status of the passenger air bag. When it lights up with a message on the multifunction display, the passenger air bag has been switched off, and it stays lit for as long as the air bag remains switched off. If the light flashes, it needs checking.
What to do:
If the light is on steadily:
If the light flashes:
This is the air bags warning light. It comes on for a few seconds when you switch on the ignition, which is normal. If it lights up while the engine is running, together with an audible signal and a message on the multifunction display, there is a fault in the air bags.
What to do:
If you are not sure what a light means, or it behaves differently from what is described here, check the handbook for your car and consult a PEUGEOT dealer. If you have any doubt about whether it is safe to carry on, stop somewhere safe first.
Orange lights are your Peugeot 206 SW telling you that something needs a look or that a system has changed its status. Knowing what each one means helps you react calmly and do the right thing at the right time.
Related guides: Peugeot 206 SW (2004-2009) red warning lights and all Peugeot 206 guides.
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