The physical volume button on the Peugeot 2008 does not turn off the radio: it activates mute mode. The audio source remains active in the background, the touchscreen retains its backlighting, and the multimedia system continues to draw power from the battery. To achieve real silence and effective shutdown, the procedure depends on the generation of the onboard system.
Difference between mute mode and real shutdown on Peugeot 2008
We regularly observe this confusion in the workshop. On the SMEG and NAC systems of the Peugeot 2008 (2013-2019), a short press on the rotary volume button switches to a mute mode that does not turn off the audio source. The FM tuner or Bluetooth connection remains in active standby. The screen still displays the interface of the current station or media.
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To actually turn off the radio, you must select the “OFF” source in the audio sources menu accessible from the touchscreen. In some versions, this option is found by scrolling through the available sources (FM, DAB, USB, Bluetooth, AUX) until reaching the “No source” or “OFF” entry.
The nuance has a concrete impact: in mute mode, the system continues to process the audio signal and maintain the Bluetooth connection. We recommend the procedure to turn off the radio on Peugeot 2008 which details each step according to the version of the multimedia system installed.
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Turning off the radio on i-Connect systems of restyled Peugeot 2008
On restyled Peugeot 2008 (2024-2025) equipped with the i-Connect or i-Connect Advanced system, the shutdown logic has been modified. The screen and radio enter a gradual standby mode when the driver’s door is opened after turning off the ignition. Complete shutdown is slightly delayed by the maintained accessory power function.
This gradual standby means that turning off the ignition is not enough to achieve an immediate stop of the audio system. To force shutdown before leaving the vehicle, there are two options.
Accessing the settings menu
From the touchscreen, select the settings icon (gear in the top right corner of the screen). In the display menu, activate the Dark mode. This mode turns off the screen backlighting and cuts off audio output simultaneously. It is the cleanest method to reduce glare during night driving while eliminating sound.
Manually cutting the audio source
If you want to keep the navigation or clock display but only remove the sound, navigate through the source selector and switch to “OFF”. The system will stop broadcasting sound without turning off the screen.
Radio turning back on after a Bluetooth call on Peugeot 2008
Since the latest software updates released via the MyPeugeot app or USB key, a parasitic behavior has been reported by many owners. The radio automatically turns back on after a Bluetooth call or voice command, even if it had been manually turned off beforehand.
This bug arises from the management of audio priorities in the multimedia system. When a call ends, the system attempts to restore the last active source. If the radio was the last source before selecting “OFF”, the system reactivates it.
To work around this issue, we recommend the following sequence:
- Before making a call, switch the source to “OFF” and then wait a few seconds for the system to register this selection
- After the call, manually check that the source has not been reactivated by looking at the audio icon in the top bar of the screen
- If the problem persists, a reset of the multimedia system (long press on the volume button for about ten seconds) forces a restart and resets the source to neutral
Radio shutdown and battery consumption on electric e-2008
On the electric e-2008 versions, the question of turning off the radio takes on an additional dimension. The multimedia system can remain active in charging mode at a station, regardless of the vehicle’s “Ready” status. Owners report on specialized forums that this residual activity slightly draws on the traction battery.
In practice, leaving the screen and audio system on during a long charging session has only a marginal impact on range. However, the accumulation of these micro-consumptions during daily charges deserves consideration.
Energy-saving mode
Some Peugeot dealers recommend during delivery to set the energy-saving mode in the vehicle menu. This setting forces the automatic shutdown of the screen and audio system after a short period of inactivity. It can be found in the vehicle settings, under the “Energy Management” or “Comfort” submenu depending on the software version.
For e-2008 owners who regularly charge at public stations, manually turning off the radio via the “OFF” source before plugging in the cable remains the most reliable method to avoid any unnecessary consumption.
The common point across all generations of Peugeot 2008 remains the same: the volume button does not turn anything off, it mutes. For effective shutdown, you must go through the touchscreen, either by selecting the “OFF” source or by activating Dark mode. In recent versions, accessing the energy-saving settings prevents having to repeat the procedure on each trip.