Peugeot 307 SW Indicators: Orange Warnings (2005-2008)

Orange warning lamps on your Peugeot 307 SW tell you that something needs your attention. Some show a fault that should be checked, and others simply confirm that a system is switched off or that you need to do something before driving.

This guide covers the Peugeot 307 SW (2005-2008) and is based on handbook edition ed02-07, which applies to vehicles produced from 01/10/2007. Some lamps only appear on certain versions or with certain equipment, and a few apply to Diesel models only, so not every lamp listed here will be fitted to your car.

Quick Reference

Service warning light

This orange lamp is a general alert for a number of different systems. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition. If it stays on, or comes on while the engine is running together with a beep and a message on the multifunction display, it is warning you about one of the following:

• a battery charge fault (depending on the car)
• an automatic gearbox fault
• an engine immobiliser fault
• an engine management fault
• a cruise control or speed limiter fault
• a rear parking assistance fault
• a fault with the automatic lighting
• a fault with the automatic headlamp adjustment
• a fault with the tyre under-inflation detection
• a deflated tyre
• a flat battery in the remote control
• one or more doors open above 6 mph (10 km/h)
• a low diesel additive level (Diesel)
• a lack of engine oil
• the particle emission filter starting to become saturated after very long periods of urban driving, such as low speeds and long traffic jams (Diesel)

What to do:

• The handbook does not give a separate action for this lamp.

Anti-lock braking system warning light (ABS)

This orange lamp relates to the anti-lock braking system. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition. If it stays on, or comes on above 8 mph (12 km/h) together with a beep and a message on the multifunction display, the ABS has a fault. Your car still has conventional servo-assisted braking.

What to do:

• Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Electronic stability programme warning light (ESP/ASR)

This orange lamp relates to the electronic stability programme. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition. While you are driving, it flashes when the system is working, and it stays lit continuously when you have switched the system off.

What to do:

If the lamp stays on, or comes on while you are driving, with a beep and a message on the multifunction display:

• Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

If the lamp is lit continuously because you have switched the system off:

• This simply confirms that the system is off.

Emission control system warning light

This orange lamp relates to the emission control system. It comes on each time you switch on the ignition and should go out a few seconds after the engine starts. If it comes on while the engine is running, together with a beep and a message on the multifunction display, the emission control system has a fault.

What to do:

• Check that the lamp goes out a few seconds after you start the engine.
• If it comes on while the engine is running, contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.

Air bag warning light

This orange lamp relates to the air bags. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition. If it comes on while the engine is running, together with a beep and a message on the multifunction display, there is a fault in the front air bags or in the side or curtain air bags.

What to do:

• Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Passenger air bag disarmed indicator light *

This orange lamp shows the status of the front passenger air bag and is fitted on some versions only. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition. If the passenger air bag has been switched off, the lamp stays on.

What to do:

If the lamp stays on steadily:

• This confirms that the passenger air bag is switched off.

If the lamp flashes:

• Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Diesel pre-heat light

This orange lamp appears on Diesel models. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition, and you should wait for it to go out before you start the engine.

What to do:

• Wait for the lamp to go out before you operate the starter.

Battery charge warning light *

This orange lamp relates to battery charging. Depending on the country, it may be replaced by the service warning light. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition, which is normal. If it comes on while the engine is running, together with a beep and a message on the multifunction display, it can point to a fault in the charging circuit, loose battery or starter terminals, a cut or slack alternator belt, or an alternator fault.

What to do:

If the lamp comes on briefly when you switch on the ignition:

• This is a normal check.

If the lamp comes on while the engine is running:

• Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Low fuel level warning light

This orange lamp relates to the fuel level. It comes on for a few seconds each time you switch on the ignition. When it comes on while you are driving, you have enough fuel left for approximately 30 miles (50 km). The tank holds approximately 60 litres.

What to do:

• Refuel at the next opportunity.

If You're Not Sure

If an orange lamp comes on and you are not sure what it means, stay calm, stop somewhere safe when you can and check the message on the multifunction display along with this guide or your handbook. If you are still unsure, contact a PEUGEOT dealer for advice.

Orange lamps are there to warn you early, so it pays to act on them rather than ignore them. Keep this guide handy, and for full details always refer to the handbook supplied with your Peugeot 307 SW.

Related guides: Peugeot 307 SW (2005-2008) red warning lights, Peugeot 307 SW Indicators: Green and Blue Warnings (2002-2005) and all Peugeot 307 guides.