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CHECKING LEVELS
  Check all of these levels regularly and 
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated. 
  If a level drops signifi cantly, have the 
corresponding system checked by a 
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed  work-
shop. 
  Take care when working under the bon-
net, as some parts of the engine can be 
extremely hot (risk of burns). 
   
Brake fluid level   
 
Oil level 
 
The reading will only be correct 
if the vehicle is on level ground 
and the engine has been off for 
more than 30 minutes. 
  The check is carried out either when 
the ignition is switched on using the oil 
level indicator on the instrument panel, 
or using the dipstick. 
  It is normal to top up the engine oil be-
tween two services. The manufacturer 
recommends a check of the oil level, and 
top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles 
(5 000 km).   The brake fl uid level should be 
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is 
not, check the brake pad wear. 
   
Changing the brake fl uid 
  Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance 
Record for details of the interval for this 
operation.  
   
Changing the engine oil 
  Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance 
Record for details of the interval for this 
operation. 
  In order to maintain the reliability of the 
engine and emission control system, 
the use of additives in the engine oil is 
prohibited.  
   
Oil specifi cation 
  The oil must correspond to your engine 
and conform to the manufacturer's rec-
ommendations.  
    
Fluid specifi cation 
  The brake fl uid must conform to the 
manufacturer's recommendations and 
fulfi l the DOT4 standards.