2011 Peugeot 308 CC oil dipstick

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The level shown will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.















Engine oil level indicator

System which informs the driver wheth-
er the engine oil level is correct or not. This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.

Oil level correct

Oil level low
Oil level indicator fault

Dipstick
This is indicated by the fl ashing of
"OIL"
, linked with the service warning
lamp, accompanied by an audible sig-
nal and a message in the multifunction
screen.
If the low oil level is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, the level must
be topped up to prevent damage to the
engine. This is indicated by the fl ashing of
"OIL --"
. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil fi ller cap on your
engine.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:


- A
= max; never exceed
this level (risk of
damage to the engine),

- B
= min; top up the
level via the oil fi ller
cap, using the grade
of oil suited to your
engine.

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PETROL ENGINES

The various caps and covers allow
access for checking the levels of the
various fl uids and for replacing certain
components.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.

4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air fi lter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

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DIESEL ENGINES

The various caps and covers allow ac-
cess for checking the levels of the various
fl uids, for replacing certain components
and for priming the fuel system.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.

4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air fi lter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

10.
Priming pump * .

11 .
Bleed screw * .

* According to engine.

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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.

Brake fluid level

Oil level

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.
This manual check will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.
After topping up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel will only
be valid 30 minutes after topping up. The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.

Power steering fluid level

The power steering fl uid level
should be close to the "MAX"
mark. Unscrew the cap, with the
engine cold, to check the level.
It is normal to top up the oil level
between services. PEUGEOT rec-
ommends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record for details of the interval for this
operation. When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the fan.
This can operate with the ignition off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a
particle emission fi lter, the fan may
operate after the vehicle has been
switched off, even if the engine is
cold.

In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.

Coolant level

The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.

Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
When working under the bonnet,
take care, as certain areas of the
engine may be extremely hot (risk
of burns).

Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.

Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.

Oil specifi cation
The oil must be the correct grade for
your engine and conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.

Engine oil change
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.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Electronic engine immobiliser..... 72, 74
Emergency braking system ............ 104
Emergency call ............... 102, 182, 183
Emergency warning lamps ............. 101
Energy economy mode .................. 168
Engine compartment .............. 140, 141
Engine compartment fusebox......... 163
Engine oil level indicator .......... 37, 142
Engines................................... 174, 176
Environment ...........20, 54, 56, 74, 143
ESP/ASR ........................................ 105
Filling with fuel ............................ 83, 84
Fittings, boot ..................................... 99
Flashing indicators ................. 101, 157
Front airbags .......................... 110, 113
Front armrest .................................... 97
Front foglamps ................. 86, 155, 157
Front parking sensors..................... 136
Front seats ................................. 62, 63
Front wash-wipe ............................... 92
Fuel....................................... 20, 83, 84
Fuel consumption ............................. 20
Fuel filler cap .................................... 83
Fuel filler flap .............................. 83, 84
Fuel gauge ....................................... 83
Fuel tank ..................................... 83, 84
Fuses .............................................. 160Halogen headlamps ....................... 155
Hands-free telephone ..... 213, 249, 271
Hazard warning lamps.................... 101
Headlamp adjustment ................ 89, 90
Headlamps, directional ............. 90, 155
Headlamp wash ................................ 92
Headlamp wash reservoir............... 142
Heated seats .................................... 65
Heating ................................. 20, 55, 57
Height and reach adjustment,
steering wheel .............................. 69
Hill start assist ................................ 124
Horn ................................................ 102 Dashboard fusebox ........................ 161
Date (display) ................. 218, 252, 273
Daytime running lamps..... 87, 155, 157
Deactivating the passenger
airbag ..........................................111
Deadlocking ...................................... 71
Defrosting ................................... 56, 57
Dials and gauges......................... 22-24
Diesel additive level........................ 143
Diesel engine .................... 84, 139, 141
Dimensions ..................................... 178
Dipped beam .................... 85, 155, 156
Dipstick ..................................... 37, 142
Directional lighting ............................ 90
Direction indicators ......... 101, 155, 158
Door mirrors ............................... 67, 68
Doors ................................................ 79
Doors emergency control ................. 81
Door pockets .................................... 95
Driving positions (storing) ................. 66
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G.P.S. ..................................... 196, 235
Gear lever ......................................... 20
Gear lever, automatic gearbox ....... 125
Gear lever, manual gearbox ........... 122
Gear shift indicator ......................... 123
Glove box ......................................... 96
Guidance ................................ 196, 235
Guide-me-home................................ 88
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EBA (Emergency braking
assistance) ................................. 104
Economy mode .............................. 168
Electric seats .............................. 63, 66
Electric window controls ................... 77
Electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) ....................................... 104
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Indicator/warning lamps .............. 26-35
Indicators, direction ........................ 101
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