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Beware: When working under the bonnet, the cooling fan could operate if the engi-
ne is hot (even when switched off).
Power steering oil Check the level with the engine
switched off. The level should be between the maximum
and minimum marks on
the reservoir. Never run the engine without oil in the pump reservoir; the pump willbe severely damaged and couldseize. Oil quality: see Ç Lubricants and
fluids È.
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Engine oil Check with the vehicle on level
ground, and the engine off for atleast 10 minutes.
Take out the oil dipstick.The level must be between the MAX and MIN marks on the dips-
tick. Adding engine oil Remove the dipstick before topping up. Check the level after filling.It must not exceed the maximum mark. The oil level should be topped up between services (up to 0.5 l every600 miles). Screw on the cap before shutting the bonnet. Oil quality:
see Ç Lubricants and
fluids È.
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LEVELS65IV-5
Beware: When working under the bonnet, the cooling fan could operate if the engi-
ne is hot (even when switched off).
Topping up the cooling system The coolant level should be between the MAXIMUM and MINIMUM marks on the header tank.
Top up the level. If more than I litre is required to top up, have
the cooling system checked by your dealer. Ensure that the cap is fully tightened to the second notch. Note:
Frequent topping up could indicate a fault within the cooling system.
Have it checked as soon as possible.The replacement of the coolant must be carried out by the dealer network. Coolant The antifreeze in the coolant protects against low temperatures and provides anti-corrosion protection and resistance to high operating temperatures.However these properties degrade progressively with time. Oil quality: see Ç Lubricants and fluids È.
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Radiator - coolant The coolant must only be checked or topped up if the engine is cold. Engine hot:
Wait 15 minutes or until the tempe- rature is below 100 degrees C.Using a cloth to protect your hands,slowly slacken the filler cap as far
as the safety catch. Allow the pres-sure to reduce before removingfiller cap.
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Beware: When working under the bonnet, the cooling fan could operate if the engi-
ne is hot (even when switched off).
Windscreen, rear screen andheadlamp washer fluid
For best results and for your safety, use the products approved by the
manufacturer. Capacity:
see Ç Capacities È.
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Brake fluid The synthetic fluid not only gives protection against corrosion but also ensures correct functioning of the braking system in all environmental conditions, the-refore you should only use the synthetic product recommended by the manu-
facturer. (this fluid must be replaced every two years). These important requirements are detailed in your vehicle's Maintenance Guide. Oil quality: see Ç Lubricants and fluids È.
Brake fluid reservoirCheck and top up at regular inter- vals.
Level: The level should be between the
maximum and minimum
marks on the reservoir. If the warning lamp comes on while you are driving, stop immediatelyand make contact with a dealer ofthe network.
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CAPACITIES*67IV-6
* According to model or country ** With air conditioning
Capacity (in litres): 2.0i 16V 1.9 D 2.0 HDi
- Engine oil Drain, refill and replace oil filter 4,25 4,25/4** 4,5/4,5**
3,5 3,5 3,5
- Windscreen wash or or or
7,5 7,5 7,5
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¥ S : Steering lock
To free the steering, turn the steering wheel slightly at the same time as tur- ning the key; avoid using undue force.
¥ A : Accessories
Allows certain electrical accessories to be used. The battery charge warning lamp illuminates.
¥ M : Ignition The following warning lamps should come on: battery charge, handbrake, oil
pressure, engine coolant temperature According to the specific version of
vehicle, the following warning lamps should also come on: Stop, ABS, Engineautodiagnostic, Preheating (Diesel), Front airbag. If one of these lamps fails to light, it could indicate a fault in the system concerned. ¥ D : Starter Release the key as soon as the engine has started. Never operate with the engine running.
These warning lamps are tested with the ignition key in the ignition on position.
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WARNING
NEVER REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY STATIONARY. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MOVE THE VEHICLE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE AND WAITING FOR THE HYDRAULIC LOW PRESSURE WAR-
NING LAMP TO GO OUT. IF THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING, THE STEERING
WILL NOT HAVE POWER ASSISTANCE AND THERE MAY BE NO RESERVE OF PRESSURE AVAILABLE TO OPERATE THE FOOTBRAKE. THERE IS ALSO ARISK OF THE STEERING LOCK ENGAGING AND THE SAFETY FEATURES NOT OPERATING IF THE IGNITION IS NOT SWITCHED ON. ONLY IN AN
EMERGENCY SITUATION SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO MOVE A VEHICLE
WITHOUT STARTING THE ENGINE. TAKE ALL THE NECESSARY SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AND BE PREPARED TO USE THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE.
When parking, remove the ignition key and turn the steering wheel until the steering column locking peg engages.
Steering lock
S With the key removed and the steering lock peg engaged, the steering column is locked; the lock peg will engage in
a number of positions of the steering wheel. The key can only be removed in position S.
A The steering is unlocked - to enable the key to be turned to position A, it may be necessary to turn the steering slightly.
M Running position.
D Starting position.
For starting and stopping the engine, see Ç Starting È.
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Ensure that the gear lever is in the neutral position.
PETROL Starting the engine Do not depress the accelerator pedal. Operate the starter motor (maximum 10 seconds) until the engine starts.
At temperatures below 0¡C, depress the clutch pedal to ease starting, then release it slowly. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. Note: If it does not work at first, switch off the ignition, wait for ten seconds, then operate the starter again as described
above.
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WARNING
DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE IN AN ENCLOSED OR POORLY VENTILATED AREA
DIESEL Starting the engine
Turn the ignition key to the ignition position. Wait for the preheater lamp to go out, then operate the starter motor until the engine starts.
If the engine does not start, switch off the ignition and start again.At temperatures below 0¡C, depress the clutch pedal to ease starting. Release the pedal slowly when the engine has started. Note:
Do not depress the accelerator pedal while operating the starter.
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Advice
Vehicles equipped with a Turbo:
Turbo equipped engines MUST be allowed to return to idle for several seconds before switching off the ignition. Failure to do so could cause serious damage to the turbo unit.
Flicking the throttle pedal as the ignition is turned off can lead to severe damage to the turbo unit.