2012 Peugeot 208 oil dipstick

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Instruments and controls
Engine oil level indicator
Oil level incorrect
This is indicated by the flashing of " OIL" or LLby the display of a dedicated message in theinstrument panel.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.

Oil level indicator fault

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL_ _" or
by the display of a dedicated message in the
instrument panel. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.


Dipstick

Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.
There are 2 marks on the dipstick: The total milea
ge is displayed in zone A
of the screen and the trip mileage in zone B.

With the trip mileage displayed, press the button for a few seconds.


Mileage recorder

Tr i
p recorder zero reset
System which informs the driver whether 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.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and theengine has been off for more than 30 minutes.


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A= max; never exceed this
level,
-B= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using the grade of oil suited to your engine.
Oil level correct

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing cer tain components.














Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash reservoir.2.
Coolant reservoir. 3.
Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses. 5.
Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.














Diesel engines
1.
Screenwash reservoir. 2.Coolant reservoir.3.Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses.
5. Fusebox.
6.Air filter .
7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.

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Checks






Checking levels
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 o
ff for more than 30 minutes.
Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for details of theinterval 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 be the correct grade for your
en
gine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.
Th
e brake fluid level should be closeto the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level

Changing the fl uid

Refer to the servicing booklet for details of the
interval for this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet theDOT4 standard.



Take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the enginemay be extremely hot (risk of burns).
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly and top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
It is normal to top up the oil levelbetween two ser vices (or oil changes).PEUGEOT recommends that you check the level, and top up if necessary, every3 000 miles (5 000 kms).

After topping up the oil, the check when switching on the ignition with the oil levelindicator in the instrument panel is not validduring the 30 minutes after topping up.

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Alphabetical index
ABS ...............................................................123Accessories..................................................180Accessory socket, 12V...................................75Access to rear seats (3-door).........................58Adjusting headlamps....................................113Adjusting head restraints................................58Adjusting seat belt height ......................126,127Adjusting the steering wheel...........................65Advice on care and maintenance.................179Airbags ............................................................32Airbags, curtain.....................................131, 132Airbags, front.........................................129, 132Airbags, lateral......................................131, 132Air conditioning...............................................19Air conditioning, digital..................14,67,70, 73Air conditioning, manual ...............14,67,68, 73Air distribution adjustment..............................70Air filter..........................................................r194Air flow............................................................19Air flow adjustment.........................................70Air intake.........................................................70Air recirculation ...............................................70Air vents..........................................................66Alarm...............................................................51Alloy wheels ..................................................179Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................123Anti-theft..........................................................47Armrest............................................................74Armrest, front..................................................59ASR...............................................................123Assistance, emergency braking ...................123Assistance call......................................122,210Audible warning............................................122Audio cable...................................................246Audio streaming (Bluetooth).........242, 245,282Automatic illumination of headlamps.....107,112Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps ....121Automatic rain sensitivewindscreen wipers...............................115,117Auxiliary ................................................242,246Auxiliary sockets...........................................307
Capacity, fuel tank ........................................186CD.................................................................242CD MP3..........................................242, 277-279Central locking................................................45Changing a bulb............................156,160,161Changing a fuse............................................163Changing a wheel .................................149, 150Changing a wiper blade........................118, 173Changing the date...........................................43Changing the remote control battery..............49Changing the time...........................................43Checking levels......................................191-193Checking the engine oil level ..........................37Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ........143Checks..................................184,185, 194, 195Children ..........................................137,139-141Child seats ....................................133, 136-138Child seats, conventional..............................136Cleaning (advice) ..........................................179Closing the boot ..............................................55Closing the doors............................................45
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Backup starting .............................................170Battery............................................169-171, 194Battery, charging...................................170,171Battery, remote control.............................49, 50Bluetooth (hands-free)..........................252,283Bluetooth (telephone)....................................252Bonnet ...........................................................183Bonnet stay...................................................183Boot.................................................................55Brake discs ....................................................195Brake lamps..........................................160, 161Brake pads....................................................195Brakes ...........................................................195
Colour screen ................................................214Connectors, audio...................................76,307Coolant level...........................................33, 192Coolant temperature indicator........................r33Cruise control........................................101,103Cup holder.......................................................r74
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Date (setting)...................................................43Daytime running lamps .................110,156,158Deactivating the passenger airbag...............129Deadlocking....................................................46Defrosting ..................................................68,73Demisting..................................................68,73Diesel additive level......................................193Dimensions...................................................206Dipped beam.................................106,156,157Dipstick....................................................37,191Directional lighting........................................114Directionindicators.............111, 121,156, 157, 160,161Door trays ........................................................74Dynamic stability control(DSC)......................................27, 30, 123, 125
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