
308 time setting method: Press and hold the adjustment lever for more than two seconds until the time starts flashing. First adjust the hour by quickly pressing and releasing the lever—each press increases the time by one hour. After setting the hour, wait until the minutes start flashing, then press and hold the lever to adjust the minutes in the same way. The Peugeot 308 has body dimensions of 4590mm in length, 1820mm in width, and 1488mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2675mm. In terms of power, the Peugeot 308 offers 1.6L, 1.2T, and 1.6T engine options, with maximum power outputs of 86 kW, 100 kW, and 123 kW respectively. The transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic. The 6AT transmission is sourced from Aisin and provides four driving modes: Normal, Manual, Sport, and Snow.

















I've been driving a 308 for three years, and setting the time is actually quite simple. First, power on the car without starting the engine, then use the scroll control button on the left side of the steering wheel to toggle left or right, and the setup menu will appear on the instrument panel. Continue scrolling to find the 'Set Time' option and press the central OK button to confirm entry. At this point, you'll see the hour digits flashing; adjust them up or down using the scroll wheel, then press OK to switch to minute adjustment. After setting everything, remember to long-press OK to save and exit. For the newer 308 models with touchscreens, you can directly find the 'Vehicle Settings' icon on the center console screen to see the time options. The whole process takes just two minutes, but remember not to get distracted while operating—safety first.

Last week, I just adjusted the time for my wife's 308. The key is actually the set of buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. After powering on the car, take a close look at the small icon at the bottom of the instrument panel. First, press the menu button on the left side of the steering wheel to wake up the system, and look for the icon that resembles a clock. Here's a little trick when adjusting the hours and minutes: pressing and holding the scroll wheel allows for quick time adjustments, which is much more efficient than pressing it repeatedly. If you find that the changes aren't saved successfully, it's likely because the steps were skipped too quickly. Remember to press the central confirmation button after each adjustment. By the way, an incorrect time can cause anomalies in the trip computer records, so it's better to set it as soon as possible.

The 308's time setting is primarily operated via steering wheel buttons. With the vehicle powered on, enter the menu by pressing the scroll wheel in the left section of the steering wheel, then locate the time setting option. The operation is essentially the same for both the newer models with LCD instrument clusters and older models with mechanical gauges. When adjusting hours, the display will automatically reset to zero if passing 23:00. Note that minutes will also reset to zero after 59. Remember to avoid bumpy roads during adjustment to prevent accidental touches. After completion, it's recommended to check if the maintenance mileage record has been synchronized and updated accordingly.

As a veteran French car owner, I'm quite familiar with adjusting the time. Turn the key to the ACC position to light up the dashboard without starting the engine. Then locate the arrow-marked scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel and pull it toward yourself three times—you'll usually see the time setting icon appear. Use the scroll wheel's up/down motion to adjust the numbers, and remember that the icon button at the lower right actually serves as the confirmation key. If you notice the date is incorrect after setting, simply scroll down within the same menu to adjust it. A special tip: glove-wearing during winter operations may reduce sensitivity, so it's better to remove them before making adjustments. Once set correctly, your drive will feel much more comfortable.

Helped a friend adjust his 308, the setup logic is quite user-friendly. On the left functional area of the steering wheel, the middle scroll wheel controls cursor movement, while the arrow keys on both sides actually function as page turners. After powering on the vehicle, enter the main menu and look for the setting option with a gear icon. Pay special attention to newer models with start-stop functionality, as time settings can affect the memory logic of the auto start-stop feature. Be careful not to touch the wiper stalk during operation to avoid accidental activation. After finishing, remember to set the 12/24-hour format as well, otherwise you'll need to convert the time display. The whole process takes about two minutes, the key is finding the correct function entry point.


