2001 Peugeot Partner VU Owner's Manual

Topping up engine coolant Engine cold : The coolant level should be between the MINI and MAXI marks.
Engine warm : Wait for 15 minutes, the coolant temperature must be below 100¡C. Protect your
hands with a cloth, and slowly unscrew the cap as far as the safety catch to release the pressure.
Level :
Top up.
If more than 1 litre of coolant is required, have the cooling circuit checked by an approved dealer. Ensure that the cap is properly locked in position on the 2nd notch.
If it is necessary to add fluid frequently, this indicates a fault which should be checked as soon as possible.
* According to specification.
82V- 2LEVELS AND CHECKS*
This is a delicate operation which must be performed by an approved dealer.

Radiator - engine coolant
The coolant level should only be checked when the engine is cold. The level must always be between the MINI and MAXI marks on the vertical part ofthe radiator (water tank, cap side) for petrol engines, or in the reservoir ope-ning for diesel engines. The coolant contains an anti-freeze which not only enables it to withstand low temperatures (original protection to minus 37¡C) but also makes it anti-corrosive and resistant to high temperatures.
83V- 2LEVELS AND CHECKS*
Petrol engineDiesel engine
* According to specification.

Brake fluid reservoir
Check the level regularly. If the warning light comes on when driving, stop immediately and contact an
approved dealer.
84V- 2LEVELS AND CHECKS*
As the synthetic brake fluid has anti-corrosion properties and maintains the correct braking characteristics irrespective of conditions use only the brake fluid recommended by the manufacturer (to be replaced every two years). These instructions, which must be followed, are given in the Maintenance Guide for your vehicle.Quality :see ÒAPPROVED RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS Ó.
* According to specification.

Front and rear screen wash and headlamp wash reservoir.
For best cleaning results and for your safety, use products recommended by the manufacturer to avoid any damage to the windscreen wash circuit.
When topping up, fill slowly. Reservoir level The reservoir is fitted with a transparent tube (with the headlamp wash option).
To see the fluid level, cover the breather hole with your finger.
Unclip the cover, keeping your finger on the opening. The level can be seen through the tube.
85V- 2LEVELS AND CHECKS*
Power steering reservoir*
Check the level with the engine off. The level in the reservoir must be above the MINI mark and below the MAXI mark. The power steering pump must never operate without fluid (risk of seizing).* According to specification.

Front and rear screen wash
and headlamp wash reservoir 3,5 or 7,5 litres
88V- 5CAPACITIES *
Engine typeOil capacity (litres)
(1)
Without air conditioning With air conditioning
1.1i Engines 3,50 Ñ
1.4i Engines 3,50 3,50
1.9D Engines 4,75 4,50
2.0 HDi Engines 4,50 4,25
(1)Oil change with filter cartridge.
* According to specification.

These warning lights are tested with the key in the ignition on position : M
64III-1STEERING LOCK-IGNITION-STARTER
¥ S : Steering lock
To release the steering lock, turn the steering wheel slightly, without forcing it, at the
same time as turning the key.
¥ A : Accessories Allows operation of some electrical accessories (radio, electric windows, map rea-
ders, etc.). The battery charge light comes on. ¥ M : Ignition
The following warning lamps * should illuminate : ABS, preheating (Diesel), battery
charge, STOP, oil pressure, handbrake and brake fluid level, engine autodiagnosis,airbags, door closing. If any of these warning lamps do not illuminate, there is a malfunction. ¥ D : Starter Release the key as soon as the engine has started. Never operate the key with the
engine running (see ÒSTARTING THE ENGINEÓ).
* According to model or country

Steering lock SWith the key removed and the steering lock engaged, the steering is loc- ked; the lock will engage in a number of positions of the steering wheel.The key can only be removed in the Sposition.
A The steering lock is released (by turning the key to position A, turning the
steering wheel slightly, if necessary).
M Driving position.
D Starting position.
For starting and stopping the engine, see ÒSTARTING THE ENGINEÓ.
65III-1STEERING LOCK-IGNITION-STARTER
WARNING
Never remove the ignition key before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Never attempt to move the
vehicle without the engine running. If the engine is not running, the vehicleÕs steering and braking systemswill not be power-assisted (there is a risk of the steering lock engaging and the safety features not opera-ting). After parking, remove the ignition key and turn the steering wheel until the steering column locking peg engages.

Check that the gear lever is in neutral.
PETROL ENGINEStarting with the engine cold. Do not press the accelerator pedal. Operate the starter until the engine starts (not more than ten seconds).In very low temperatures, press the clutch pedal when operating the starter to ease starting of the engine. Release
the clutch pedal slowly.
DIESEL ENGINEStarting with engine cold
Turn the ignition key to position M(ignition, preheater) and wait until the preheater warning light goes out. Then
operate the starter until the engine starts. In very low temperatures, press the clutch pedal when operating the starter to ease starting of the engine. Release
the clutch pedal slowly. Note : Do not press the accelerator pedal during starting.
Starting with engine hot
Operate the starter. If the engine fails to start at the first attempt, repeat using the preheater. In all cases, if the engine stops or fails to start at the first attempt, wait a few seconds before operating the starter again. Note : The preheater warning lamp does not come on when the engine is hot.
Recommendation : It is not necessary to warm up the engine before starting off. Wait for the warning lamp to go out and then drive
off slowly, accelerating gently until the engine warms up.
66III-2STARTING THE ENGINE
CAUTION
Do not run the engine in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space.