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YOUR 306 IN DETAILAnti-lock braking system (ABS) warninglight* It comes on for 3 seconds each time the ignition is
switched on. If it comes on at over 8 m.p.h. (12 km/h.) it indicates a malfunc-
tion of the ABS.
However, the vehicle retains con- ventional servo-assisted braking.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Oil level and temperature gauge* When the ignition is switched on, this indicates the oil level (see Oil Gaugesection). After approximately 15 seconds, the graduated section and the oil level
symbol go out. The oil temperature isthen shown.
- needle in zone
E, the temperature
is correct.
- needle in zone F, the temperature
is too high. To lower the oil temper- ature, reduce your speed.
Diesel pre-heat light If the light comes on, wait until it goes out before trying
the starter.
If the engine is warm enough, the lightwill not come on, and you can startthe engine without waiting. Front air bags*, sideair bags** anddisarming thepassenger air bag*
For operation, see section onAIR BAGS.
Side air bags** For operation, see
section on AIR BAGS.
* According to specification.
** According to model.
Oil gauge* When the ignition is switched on, this indicates the oil level: The reading is only valid if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has
been switched off for 10 minutes.
- needle in zone
C, the oil level is
correct,
- needle in zone D, check the oil level
using the dipstick and top up if nec-
essary.
Never exceed the maximum level onthe dipstick.
The oil level indicator switches off approximately 15 seconds after start-ing the engine.
Water in diesel filterwarning light(according to country) Risk of damage to the injection pump.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soonas possible. Front brake pad wearwarning light*
For your safety, change the brake pads when thewarning light comes on.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
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YOUR 306 IN DETAILAnti-lock braking system (ABS) warninglight* It comes on for 3 seconds each time the ignition is
switched on. If it comes on at over 8 m.p.h. (12 km/h.) it indicates a malfunc-
tion of the ABS.
However, the vehicle retains con- ventional servo-assisted braking.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Oil level and temperature gauge* When the ignition is switched on, this indicates the oil level (see Oil Gaugesection). After approximately 15 seconds, the graduated section and the oil level
symbol go out. The oil temperature isthen shown.
- needle in zone
E, the temperature
is correct.
- needle in zone F, the temperature
is too high. To lower the oil temper- ature, reduce your speed.
Diesel pre-heat light If the light comes on, wait until it goes out before trying
the starter.
If the engine is warm enough, the lightwill not come on, and you can startthe engine without waiting. Front air bags*, sideair bags** anddisarming thepassenger air bag*
For operation, see section onAIR BAGS.
Side air bags** For operation, see
section on AIR BAGS.
* According to specification.
** According to model.
Oil gauge* When the ignition is switched on, this indicates the oil level: The reading is only valid if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has
been switched off for 10 minutes.
- needle in zone
C, the oil level is
correct,
- needle in zone D, check the oil level
using the dipstick and top up if nec-
essary.
Never exceed the maximum level onthe dipstick.
The oil level indicator switches off approximately 15 seconds after start-ing the engine.
Water in diesel filterwarning light(according to country) Risk of damage to the injection pump.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer as soonas possible. Front brake pad wearwarning light*
For your safety, change the brake pads when thewarning light comes on.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 30631
Power steering reservoir
Open the reservoir, with the engine cold, at outside temperature, the levelshould always be above the MINImark, close to the MAXI mark.
Windscreen and headlamp wash reservoir* For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we recommend that you useproducts approved by PEUGEOT(capacity 4,4 litres or 6 litres withheadlight wash). Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer. Air filter Regular replacement of the filter element is essential. If you drive invery dusty conditions, change it twiceas often. Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehicleswhich are used in town or for shortjourneys or which are driven in a
sporty manner, it may be necessaryto check the thickness of the padseven between services. Manual gearbox This does not need an oil change. Check the level according to the
manufacturerÕs service schedule. Autoadaptive automatic gearbox This does not need an oil change: have the level checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer according to the
manufacturerÕs service schedule.
Only use products appro-
ved by Automobiles
PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor-
mance from components as impor- tant as the power steering and thebraking system, PEUGEOT selectsand offers quite specific products.
Fuel supply cut-off* In a serious collision, a system pre- vents fuel from reaching the engine.
To re-establish the fuel supply, press the switch on the angle of the front
left-hand suspension assembly, underthe bonnet.
* According to specification.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 30631
Power steering reservoir
Open the reservoir, with the engine cold, at outside temperature, the levelshould always be above the MINImark, close to the MAXI mark.
Windscreen and headlamp wash reservoir* For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we recommend that you useproducts approved by PEUGEOT(capacity 4,4 litres or 6 litres withheadlight wash). Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer. Air filter Regular replacement of the filter element is essential. If you drive invery dusty conditions, change it twiceas often. Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehicleswhich are used in town or for shortjourneys or which are driven in a
sporty manner, it may be necessaryto check the thickness of the padseven between services. Manual gearbox This does not need an oil change. Check the level according to the
manufacturerÕs service schedule. Autoadaptive automatic gearbox This does not need an oil change: have the level checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer according to the
manufacturerÕs service schedule.
Only use products appro-
ved by Automobiles
PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor-
mance from components as impor- tant as the power steering and thebraking system, PEUGEOT selectsand offers quite specific products.
Fuel supply cut-off* In a serious collision, a system pre- vents fuel from reaching the engine.
To re-establish the fuel supply, press the switch on the angle of the front
left-hand suspension assembly, underthe bonnet.
* According to specification.
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BODYWORK MAINTENANCE
To preserve the paintwork and the plastic trim on your vehicle, we rec-ommend that you wash them regu-
larly,
- by hand, there are no specific pre-cautions to take;
- however repeated use of poorly maintained automatic car-washes can lead to the appearance ofmicro-scopic scratches which givethe paintwork a matt appearance(especially visible on dark colours);
- using a high pressure washer, always following the recommen-dations on the equipment (pres-sure and spraying distance). If there are areas of damage on the vehicle (painted bumpers, or head-lamps), it is not recommended todirect the high pressure jet ontothem: wash the areas of damageby hand. Also avoid the entry of water into the locks. Waxing:
the regular use of wax
added to the washing water orapplied separately is strongly recom-mended, it protects the upper coats ofpaintwork against external attack. For all questions relating to the main- tenance of your vehicle, contact anapproved dealer who can advise youon quality products selected by ourdepartments. - Clean off, as soon as
possible, bird droppings,resinous deposits, tarstains and grease
marks ; (as these all containsubstances which can causeserious damage to the paint-work).
- Brake briefly several times to expel any dampness from thebrake pads, when you are set-ting off after washing your vehi-cle.
- Do not use a dry or abrasive cloth, or detergent or solventproducts to clean the doublelens, complex surface head-lamps as they are fitted withpolycarbonate glass covered ina protective finish.
- Do not use petrol, oil or cloth stain removers to clean thebodywork and plastic parts ofyour vehicle.
- To prevent the development of bodywork corrosion as a resultof accidental damage (stonechips, scratches etc.) have them
repaired swiftly.