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Automatic wipe The system automatically adjusts the wiper timing to the intensity of the rainfall.
After switching off the ignition or starting in position
1, it is necessary to re-set this
function. This is possible in two ways:
Ð change from 1to 0then
return to 1(displayed by
one wipe),
Ð change from 1to 2then
return to 1(displayed by two
wipes).
STEERING WHEEL
STALKS LIGHTING
Front lights (ring A)
Rear
Front/rear fog lamps (ring B)
Front and rear fog lamps on. Front windscreen wipers 3
Rapid wipe
2 Normal wipe
1 Intermittent or automatic wipe
0 Stop
4 Single wipe
Wash-wipe: pullthe stalk towardsyou.
Lights off. Side lights on.
Dipped/main beam head-lamps on. Fog lamp off.
Front fog lamps on.
Stop Intermittent wipe
Wash-wipe
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 30619
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 36/40,000 miles (60,000 km) or every 2 years.
The pollen filter must be checked at each visit to the PEUGEOT dealer (intermediate visits and regular services). 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 for petrol vehicles.
¥ Every 9,000 miles (15 000 km) or every year for Direct Injection Diesel engine vehicles.
¥ Every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every year for Indirect Injection Diesel engine vehicles.
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 30619
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 36/40,000 miles (60,000 km) or every 2 years.
The pollen filter must be checked at each visit to the PEUGEOT dealer (intermediate visits and regular services). 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 for petrol vehicles.
¥ Every 9,000 miles (15 000 km) or every year for Direct Injection Diesel engine vehicles.
¥ Every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every year for Indirect Injection Diesel engine vehicles.
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YOUR 306 IN DETAIL
LIGHTING CONTROL Front lights
Selection is by turning ring A.
* According to specification.
Lights off. Side lights on.
Dipped beam/main beam. Dipped beam/main beam change Pull the stalk fully towards you.
Front and rear (ring B) Lights off. Front fog lamps on.
These operate with the side lights and the dipped/main beam headlamps. Front and rear foglamps on. These operate with the side lights and the
dipped/main beam headlamps. When
the side lights are switched off, thereis a return to the front fog lamps onlyposition.
Direction indicators(flashers) Left : downwards.Right : upwards.
Front and rear fog lights
To switch on, turn the ring. The posi- tion is confirmed by the light on theinstrument panel.
Note:
when the ignition is switched
off, if the driverÕs door or front pas-senger door* is left open, a buzzersounds if you forget that you have leftyour lights on.
Horn Press the end of the lighting stalk.
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In good weather or in rain, both day and night, if therear fog lamp is lit itcauses glare and is pro-hibited.
Do not forget to switch it off assoon as it is no longer needed. Do not cover the rain detector located on the windscreen behind
the interior mirror. When using an automatic car wash, switch off the ignition orcheck that the wiper control is notin the automatic position. In winter it is advisable to wait for the windscreen to completely clearof ice before operating the auto-matic wipe.
YOUR 306 IN DET AIL
WINDSCREEN WIPERS Front windscreen wipers 3 Fast wipe.
2 Normal wipe.
1 Intermittent or automatic wipe.
0 Park.
4 Single wipe.
Windscreen and headlight wash* Pull the wipers stalk towards you. The headlamp wash works if the dipped or main beam headlamps areon. Automatic windscreen wiper* In position
1, the wipers operate auto-
matically and adjust their speed to
the rainfall. After switching off the ignition or after starting, this function must bere-set, so the sensor can detect thecondition of the windscreen.
To do this, change the stalk position :
Ð from 1to 0then back to 1(con-
firmed by a single wipe),
Ð change from 1to 2, then back to 1
(confirmed by two wipes).
Rear screen wiper (estate)
Turn ring Ato the first notch,
for intermittent wiping. Rear screen wash (estate)
Turn ring Abeyond the first
notch.
* According to specification.
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YOUR 306 IN DETAILStorage compartments (estate) There are two storage compartments, fitted with elastic retaining straps,behind the boot side trims.
To gain access to a storage compart- ment, pull the handle towards you.
Rear screen blind (4 door)* Pull the blind by the central tab then position the hooks in the locations. Support it as it returns.
Athermic windscreen* The windscreen has two non-reflec- tive zones located either side of the
base of the interior rear-view mirror.
These are for affixing toll cards orparking passes. Note :
the athermic glass reduces
the effect of the sunÕs rays, by limiting the heating of the passengercompartment, but its reflectivecoating blocks radio signals.
* According to specification.
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Front ashtray
To empty:
- open and pull the unit.
To replace:
- push in fully. Rear ashtray
To empty, open and pull towards you.
LighterPress and wait a few moments until it pops out
automatically.
Off.
Front and rear courtesy lights 1
- Front courtesy light.
2 - Left map-reading light.
3 - Right map-reading light.
With the key in the accessories or igni- tion on position, press the corre-sponding switch. Gradual illumination on
opening or closing a door. Lights permanently on with the key in the accessoriesposition or with the ignitionon.
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AUTOMATIC AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX Positions of the selector lever These positions are displayed on the instrument panel. P.
Park: use with the handbrake when parked.
R. Reverse: this must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine idling.
N. Neutral: if Nis engaged by mistake while the car is moving, allow the engine
to return to idling speed before engaging a new forward gear.
D. Drive: in this position, the four gear ratios change automatically. The gearchange points vary depending on the programme selected.
3. Automatic changes of the first three gears only. Select this position when you notice frequent changes between third and fourth gear (town driving or on winding roads).
2 Automatic changes of the first two gears only. This position is particularly suitable for mountain roads, when going uphill (to make the best use of the engine's power) and downhill (engine braking).
1. Selection of first gear only.
For use on steep gradients, especially when towing a trailer.Selection of first gear is by pressing switch 1with the lever in position 2.
To exit position 1, press switch 1again or move the selector lever.
Starting
To start the engine, put the selector lever in
Nor P.
Press the brake pedal when starting the engine and to exit position P.