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READY TO SET OFF
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Instruments and controls  
 
 Warning lamps
 
Each time the vehicle is started: a series of warning lamps comes on applying a self-test check. They go off almost 
immediately. When the engine is running: the warning lamp becomes a warning if it remains on continuously or fl ashes. 
This initial warning may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message which appears in the screen. 
  Do not ignore these warnings. 
   
Warning lamp 
   
is 
   
indicates 
   
Solution - action 
 
   
 
STOP 
 
   on, associated 
with another 
warning 
lamp and 
accompanied 
by a message 
in the screen.   major faults linked with 
the "Brake fl uid level", 
"Engine oil pressure and 
temperature", "Coolant 
temperature", "Electronic 
brake force distribution" and 
"Power steering" warning 
lamps.    
You must stop, park and switch off the 
ignition. Have the fault checked by a 
PEUGEOT dealer. 
 
   
Handbrake/
Brake fl uid 
level/EBFD 
   on. 
 
that the parking brake is applied 
or has not been released fully.   Releasing the parking brake switches off the 
warning lamp. 
  on.  low brake fl uid level.   Top up using a fl uid recommended by PEUGEOT. 
  remaining on 
even though the 
level is correct 
and associated 
with the ABS 
warning lamp.   a fault with the electronic 
brake force distribution.    
You must stop, park and switch off 
the ignition. Have the fault checked 
by a PEUGEOT dealer. 
 
   
Engine oil 
pressure and 
temperature 
   on while 
driving.   low pressure or a high 
temperature.   Park and switch off the ignition then allow to 
cool. Visually check the level. Chapter 6, "Levels" 
section. 
  remaining on, 
even though 
the level is 
correct.   a major fault.   Have the fault checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.   

ABS
ABS
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SAFETY
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Driving safely  
 
 
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM 
(ABS - EBFD) 
 
The ABS and EBFD (electronic brake 
force distribution) systems improve the 
stability and manoeuvrability of your 
vehicle on braking, in particular on 
poor or slippery surfaces. 
  The ABS prevents locking of the 
wheels, the EBFD provides control of 
the braking pressure wheel by wheel.   If this warning light comes on, 
accompanied by an audible 
signal and a message on 
the display, it indicates a 
malfunction of the ABS which 
could result in a loss of control of the 
vehicle on braking. 
  If this warning light comes 
on, together with the brake 
and STOP warning lights, 
accompanied by an audible 
signal and a message on the 
display, it indicates a malfunction of 
the electronic brake force distribution 
which could result in a loss of control of 
the vehicle on braking. 
  EMERGENCY BRAKING 
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM 
(EBA)
  In an emergency, this system enables 
the optimum braking pressure to be 
reached more quickly, press the pedal 
fi rmly without releasing it. 
  It is triggered by the speed at which the 
brake pedal is activated. 
  This alters the resistance of the brake 
pedal under your foot. 
  To prolong the operation of the 
emergency braking assistance system: 
keep your foot on the brake pedal. 
   
Good practice 
 
The anti-lock braking system comes 
into operation automatically when 
there is a risk of wheel lock. It does not 
reduce the braking distance. 
  On very slippery surfaces (ice, 
oil, etc...) the ABS may increase 
the braking distance. When braking 
in an emergency, do not hesitate to 
press the brake pedal fi rmly, without 
releasing the pressure, even on a 
slippery surface, you will then be able 
to continue to manoeuvre the vehicle 
to avoid an obstacle. 
  Normal operation of the ABS may be felt 
by slight vibration of the brake pedal. 
  When changing wheels (tyres 
and rims), ensure that these are 
recommended by PEUGEOT.    
Stop immediately. 
 
  In both cases, contact a PEUGEOT 
dealer.    

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 Levels 
   
Cooling system 
 
Only use the fl uid recommended by the 
manufacturer. 
  Otherwise, you risk seriously damaging 
your engine. 
  When the engine is warm, the 
temperature of the coolant is controlled 
by the engine fan. As this fan can 
operate with the ignition key removed 
and because the cooling system is 
pressurised, wait for at least one hour 
after the engine has stopped before 
carrying out any work. 
  Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a turn to 
release the pressure to prevent any 
risk of scalding. When the pressure 
has dropped, remove the cap and top 
up the level with coolant. 
  If fl uid has to be added frequently, 
this indicates a fault which must be 
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer as 
soon as possible. 
   
Power steering fluid level 
 
The vehicle must be parked on level 
ground with the engine cold. Unscrew 
the cap integrated with the gauge and 
check the level which must be between 
the MIN and MAX marks.    In order to regenerate the fi lter, you are 
advised to drive at a speed higher than 40 mph (60 km/h) for at least fi ve minutes 
as soon as possible, when traffi c conditions 
permit (until the message disappears and 
the service warning lamp goes off). 
  During regeneration of the particle 
emission fi lter, the noise of a relay 
operating may be heard under the 
dashboard. 
  If the message is still displayed and if the 
service warning lamp remains on, consult 
a PEUGEOT dealer. 
   
Topping up 
  The level must be between the MIN 
and MAX marks on the expansion 
bottle. If more than 1 litre of fl uid is 
required to top up the level, have 
the system checked by a PEUGEOT 
dealer.  
 
 
 
Screenwash and headlamp 
wash level 
  For best quality cleaning and for your 
safety, we would advise that you use 
products of the PEUGEOT range. 
  For optimum cleaning and to avoid 
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped 
up or replaced with plain water. 
  Capacity of the screenwash reservoir: 
approximately 3 litres. 
  If your vehicle is fi tted with headlamp 
washers, the capacity of the reservoir 
is 6 litres.  
 
 
Diesel additive level 
(Diesel with particle 
emission filter) 
  The minimum level of this 
additive is indicated by lighting of the 
service warning lamp, accompanied by 
an audible signal and a message in the 
screen. 
  When this occurs with the engine 
running it is due to the start of 
saturation of the particle emission fi lter 
(exceptionally prolonged urban type 
driving conditions: low speed, long 
traffi c jams, ...).    
Topping up 
  It is imperative that this additive is 
topped up by a PEUGEOT dealer 
without delay.  
 
 
 
Used oil 
 
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil 
with the skin. 
  Brake fl uid is harmful to health and 
very corrosive. 
  Do not dispose of used oil, brake fl uid 
or coolant into drains or into the ground 
but into the containers dedicated to this 
use at PEUGEOT dealer (France) or 
an authorised waste disposal site.  
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Checks
  To check the main levels 
and certain components, 
in accordance with the 
manufacturer's servicing schedule, 
refer to the pages of the servicing 
booklet which correspond to your 
vehicle's engine. 
   
Bleeding the water contained in 
the Diesel filter    
Manual gearbox 
 
Have the level checked in accordance 
with the manufacturer's servicing 
schedule.  
  Only use products recommended 
by PEUGEOT or products 
of equivalent quality and 
specifi cation. 
  In order to optimise the operation 
of units as important as the braking 
system, PEUGEOT selects and offers 
specifi c products. 
  In order to avoid damaging the 
electrical units, high pressure washing 
to clean the engine compartment is 
strictly prohibited.    If this warning lamp comes 
on, bleed the fi lter. Otherwise 
bleed regularly each time the 
engine oil is changed. 
  To drain the water, unscrew 
the bleed screw located on the fi lter. 
  Operate until all of the water no longer 
fl ows in the transparent pipe, then 
tighten the bleed screw. 
  HDi engines use advanced technology. 
All work requires special training, which 
is assured by a PEUGEOT dealer. 
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