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THE AUTOMATIC
AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX
P.
Park.
R. Reverse.
N. Neutral.
D. Drive: in this position, all four gears change automatically.
3. Automatic changing of the first three gears only.
2. Automatic changing of the first two gears only.
1. Selection of first gear only. Selection of first gear is from position 2by pressing switch 1.
Position of selector lever This is shown by an indicator on the instrument panel.
Starting
To start the engine, place the selector lever in position
Nor P.
Press the brake pedal when start-ing the engine or when selecting a
forwards or reverse gear.
A. Sport programme.
B. Snow programme.
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IDENTITY CARD FOR YOUR 306 Cabriolet
CustomerÕs name: .................................................................................................
Model : ....................................................................................................................
Colour : ...................................................................................................................
Audio equipment : .................................................................................................
Engine model : .......................................................................................................
Fuel to be used : Petrol ..........................................................................................
Tyre inflation pressure : .........................................................................................
Dimensions of tyres : .............................................................................................
First service due : ..................................................................................................
Servicing schedule : Services every : ...................................................................
Date of first M.O.T.*: ..............................................................................................
Date of second M.O.T.*: .........................................................................................
*According to current legislation.
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PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 15
For your PEUGEOT, use only accessories and original parts approved by the manufacturer.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your PEUGEOT, after being tested and approved for reliability and
safety.
A wide choice of original accessories, approved by PEUGEOT, is available through the network.
They all carry the PEUGEOT guarantee. Safety: Anti-theft alarm, engraving of window, wheel anti-theft devices, first aid kitÉ
Comfort : Telephone console, armrests, seat covers compatible with side airbags, mats, boot tray, sunroof, luggage net, door deflectors, storage under rear parcel shelfÉ
Communication : Audio equipment, telephone, CD changer, audio accessories, CB, speakers, naviga-tion...
Personalisation : Alloy wheels, wheel trims, long range lights, fog lamps, sports exhaust, mud flaps,...
Leisure: Towbar, roof box,É
Children: Booster seats and child seats, side blinds and rear blind...
Maintenance products: Windscreen wiper fluid, internal and external cleaning and maintenance products...
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PEUGEOT Servicing
PEUGEOT Servicing ...............................................18Special features.......................................................19
Types of service ......................................................20
The maintenance cycle of your 306 cabriolet ..........20
PEUGEOT servicing levels A and C ........................21
Tables of lubricants..................................................22 Routine maintenance
Checking levels .......................................................26Changing a wheel....................................................28
Changing a bulb ......................................................32
Changing a fuse ......................................................35
Charging a battery ...................................................40
Fitting audio equipment ...........................................41
Towing your vehicle .................................................42
Using a tow bar .......................................................43
Bodywork maintenance ...........................................44
2 CONTENTS
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3 MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306 CABRIOLET18 45
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4 YOUR 306 CABRIOLET IN DETAIL 46 99
Electric hood
Opening ...................................................................46
Closing automatically ..............................................47
Closing manually .....................................................48Hard-top
Removal ..................................................................50
Refitting ...................................................................52Heating / air conditioning
Ventilation ................................................................54
Heating ....................................................................56
Air conditioning ........................................................57Audio equipment
Audio RB1 ...............................................................58
Audio RD1 ...............................................................68 Doors and boot
Keys ........................................................................78
Remote control ........................................................78
Doors .......................................................................79
Boot .........................................................................79
Bonnet .....................................................................80Filling with fuel.........................................................81Seats
Front seats ..............................................................82Child seats...............................................................84
Seat belts ................................................................85Instruments and controls
Steering wheel controls ...........................................86Instrument dials and lights ......................................88
Service indicator ......................................................92
Electric windows ......................................................94
Mirrors .....................................................................95
Comfort and safety ..................................................96
5 DRIVING YOUR 306 CABRIOLET
100 105
Automatic autoadaptive gearbox ...........................100Manual gearbox - brakes.......................................102 Airbags ..................................................................103
6 TECHNICAL DATA106 109
Engines .................................................................106
Consumption .........................................................107
Weights ................................................................107 Dimensions............................................................108
Identification elements of your 306 cabriolet .........109
8 ALPHABETICAL INDEX112 113
7 SPECIAL FEATURES110 111
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306 CABRIOLET
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PEUGEOT SERVICING
Your vehicle benefits from extended service intervals:
¥ Every 20 000 miles (30 000km) or every 2 years for petrol engines. The extension of the service intervals means that the engine oil level must be checked regularly; topping up of the oil between oil changes is normal.
It is for this reason, and for your complete peace of mind, that your PEUGEOT dealer will carry out a levels check and top-up midway between each routine service, at the time or distance intervals specified. This will be undertaken free of charge, provided that the maintenance of your vehicle has been carried out within the
Peugeot network. At the same time, your Peugeot dealer will offer you a PEUGEOT Safety Check, for a nominal fee.
A PEUGEOT professional will carry out a quick check and will top up the levels if necessary (oil up to 1 litre, coolant and screen wash).
If the oil level is too low, there is a risk of serious damage to the engine: check the engine oil level at least every 1 500 m iles
(2 500km), depending on the conditions of use.
The date of the intermediate visit is not shown by the service indicator. It is to be carried out at least every 10 000 miles (15 000km) for petrol engines.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Some of your vehicleÕs vital components have specific servicing schedules. The airbags and the pretensioning seat belts must be replaced every 10 years. The brake fluid must be replaced every 40,000 miles (60,000 km) or every 2 years.
The pollen filter must be checked during each regular service at the PEUGEOT dealer. NB:
the coolant does not need to be renewed.
Arduous conditions of use If the vehicle is used under certain particularly arduous conditions: ¥Continuous door-to-door use.
¥ Town use (e.g. taxi).
¥ Repeated short journeys, with the engine cold in low temperatures,
Or in long stays under the following conditions: ¥ Hot countries with temperatures often above 30 ¡C.
¥ Cold countries with temperatures often below minus 15 ¡C.
¥ Countries with a dusty atmosphere.
¥ Countries whose lubricants or fuels do not conform to our recommendations.
It is necessary to follow an ÒArduous conditionsÓ service schedule which includes special operations and shorter service intervals: ¥ Every 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or every year.
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20TYPES OF SERVICE
Each vehicle has its own servicing cycle, defined by the manufacturer in accordance with each vehicleÕs specific technical features.
This cycle consists of alternating 2 types of service A and C, intermediate visits, and a few additional operations depending on your vehicle ; these correspond to key stages in the life of your 306. Services of type B are designed for less recent vehicles.
Your dealer will indicate the type and content of the next service when the first service is carried out, and at each subsequent service.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306 CABRIOLET
MILES (KM) 20,000 (30 000) 40,000 (60 000) 60,000 (90 000) 80,000 (120 000)
1st service at
6,000 miles (10 000 km)* or 6 months*
The validity of the
Warranty depends on this service.
100,000 (150 000) 120,000 (180 000) 140,000 (210 000) 160,000 (240 000) 180,000 (270 000)
Intermediate visit.
* Whichever comes first Automatic gearbox oil level every 40,000 miles (60,000km) Brake fluid
replacement every 2 years or every 40,000 miles (60,000km).
These operations are carried out with synthetic based oil;Fuel Economy oil or synthetic oil
can also be used.
THE MAINTENANCE CYCLE FOR YOUR PETROL 306 CABRIOLET
Service every 20,000 miles (30 000 km) or 2 years
+ timing belt replacement + timing belt replacement
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