2002 Peugeot 306 Break cooling

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YOUR 306 IN DETAIL
A warning light which remains per- manently lit indicates that the unit con-
cerned is not operating correctly. Donot ignore this warning: contact a
PEUGEOT dealer as soon as possible.
Coolant temperature gauge
- needle in zone A, the temperature
is correct.
- needle in zone B, the temperature
is too high.
The STOP warning light comes on.
You must stop.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to specification.
Handbrake, low brake fluid level and electronicbrake force distributionwarning light
Indicates either:
Ð that the handbrake is on or has not been released correctly,
Ð an excessive drop in the brake fluid level (if the light remains lit even with the handbrake released),
Ð a malfunction of the braking system, if lit at the same time as the ABSwarning light.
Stop immediately.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
STOP warning light
(Together with the oil pressure warning light).
You must stop.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Oil pressure warning light
Together with the STOP warning light.
You must stop. Indicates either:
- oil pressure is too low,
- a lack of oil in the lubricating circuit.
Top up the oil level if necessary.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Battery charge warning light Indicates either: - faulty operation of the
battery charging circuit,
- loose battery or starter terminals,
- a broken or loose alternator drive belt
- an alternator fault,
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer. Low coolant level warning light*
You must stop.
Wait until the engine cools
before topping up.The cooling circuit is pressurised.When opening to top up, turn the cap to the first notch to let the pressuredrop.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Engine autodiagnostic warning light* This comes on each time the ignition is switched on. If itcomes on when driving, this
indicates faulty operation of the injec-tion, ignition or emission controlsystem. There is a risk of damage to the cat- alytic converter if your vehicle is fitted with one.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Low fuel warning light Indicates that there are approximately 1.3 gallons(6 litres) of fuel remainingin the fuel tank.
(The capacity of the tank is approxi-mately 60 litres).
A
B
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306
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CHECKING THE LEVELS Engine Checking the oil level Check the level regularly and top up between changes
(maximum
consumption is 0.5 litres per 600 miles(1,000 km). The oil level should be checked with the vehicle level, engine cold. There are two marks on the dipstick:
A= maximum.
B = minimum. Oil change:
according to the manu-
facturerÕs servicing schedule.
Ð Dipstick. Never fill past the maximum mark A.
Ð Oil level gauge on the instrument panel.
Viscosity selection In all cases, the oil selected must meet the manufacturer's require-ments. Oil filter Change the filter regularly in accor- dance with the maintenance schedule. Used oil Prevent used oil from coming into pro- longed contact with the skin. Do not dispose of used oil into drains or into the ground.
To maintain the reliability of engines and emission control systems, the useof additives in the engine oil is prohi-bited. Brake fluid reservoir Checking the brake and clutch fluid level :
Ð The level should always be above
the DANGER mark on the reser-
voir.
Ð If the level drops substantially, contact a PEUGEOT dealer imme-
diately.
Fluid change
Ð must be carried out according to the manufacturerÕs schedule.
Ð use fluids approved by the manu- facturer, which fulfil DOT4 stan- dards.
Coolant reservoir Use the fluid approved by the manu-
facturer. When the engine is warm, the tem- perature of the coolant is controlledby the engine fan: because this fancan operate with the ignition keyremoved, and because the coolingsystem is pressurised, wait for at leastone hour after the engine has stoppedbefore carrying out any work.
If necessary, in a breakdown, slacken the cap to the first notch to releasethe pressure to prevent any risk ofscalding. When the pressure hasdropped remove the cap and top upthe level.
Item C: Dipstick guide.
A
C
B
A
B
C

Fuse No. Rating*Functions*
29 10A Left-hand dipped beam
30 10A Right-hand dipped beam
31 10A Left-hand main beam
32 10A Right-hand main beam
33 15A Diesel control unit
34 10A Oxygen sensor
35 15A Petrol pump
36 20A Headlamp wash timer
37 40A Cooling fan unit
38 - Not used
39 40A Fan unit spare fuse
40 40A Fan unit 43
* According to specification.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 30647
Driving advice Distribution of loads: distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviestloads are as close as possible to theaxle and the nose weight is close tothe maximum authorised without,
however, exceeding it. Cooling:
towing a trailer on a slope
increases the coolant temperature. As the fan is electrically controlled, itscooling capacity is not dependent onthe engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the engine speed, and reduceyour speed. The maximum towing load on a long slope depends on the gradient andthe outside temperature. In all cases, pay attention to the coolant temperature. If the warning light comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine assoon as possible.
TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, BOAT ETC.
Only use original PEUGEOT towbars which have been tested and approvedfrom the design stage of your vehicle. The towbar must be fitted by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Your vehicle is mainly designed for transporting people and luggage but it
may also be used to tow a trailer. Driving with a trailer subjects the towing vehicle to more significantforces and requires particular atten-
tion on the part of the driver. Air density decreases with altitude, thus also reducing engine perfor-
mance. Above 1000 metres, reducethe maximum towing load by 10 %and so on for each additional 1000 metres.
For use in arduous conditions(towed load at the limit of the Permis-
sible Gross Train Weight, in Summeron a long hill)
certain engines (1.9 l
Diesel) must be equipped with a
more resistant cooling system.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer who, depending on your vehicle and what it
is used for, will be able to advise youabout suitable equipment. Pay attention to the coolant tempera- ture at all times. If the alarm warning light comes on,
stop the vehicle and switch off theengine as soon as possible.
Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and the trailer, obser- ving the recommended pressures. Brakes: towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early, brake graduallyand avoid jerky braking. Lighting: adjust your headlamps so
as not to dazzle other road users. Check the electrical signalling on the
trailer. Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a moderate speed.