2012 Peugeot 301 coolant level

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Instruments and controls
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Braking fixed. The braking system fluid level has
dropped significantly. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid listed by PEUGEOT.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
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fixed, associatedwith the ABS warning lamp. Th
e electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) system has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.


Maximum coolanttemperature

fixed red. The temperature of the cooling system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before toppingup the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.

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Checks
The coolant level should be closeto the "MA X" mark but should never exceed it.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out any
work.
To a v o i d a ny risk of scalding, unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top up the level.


Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.


Fluid specifi cation

The coolant must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations. When the engine is warm, the temperature o
f
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
The cooling fan may star t after switching off the engine: take care with ar ticles and
clothing that might become caught by the
fan blades.
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for details of the
interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT3 or DOT4 standard.

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Visual search
Maintenance - Technical data
Petrol weights 169 Diesel weights 171
Changing bulbs 133 -138 - front- rear


Running out of fuel, Diesel 162
Opening the bonnet 159 Under the bonnet, petrol 160 Under the bonnet, Diesel 161 Petrol engines 168 Diesel engines 170
12V bat tery 14 4 -146 Load reduction, economy mode 146, 147
Engine compar tment fuses 139 -140, 143
Checking levels 163 -165 - oil- brake fluid- coolant- screenwash fluid - additive (Diesel with particleemissions filter)
Checking components 166 -167 - battery - air / passenger compar tment filter - oil filter - particle emissions filter (Diesel)- brake pads / discs
Identification markings 173 Dimensions 172

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Alphabetical index
ABS and EBFD systems ...............................101Accessories..................................................154Accessory socket, 12V...................................72Adjusting headlamps ......................................96Adjusting head restraints................................56Adjusting the steering wheel...........................60Advice on care and maintenance .........154,160Airbags....................................................31, 106Airbags, front.........................................106, 109Airbags, lateral......................................108, 109Air conditioning...................................20, 63, 65Air conditioning, electronic(with screen)...........................................62,65Air conditioning, manual...........................14, 63Air filter..........................................................r166Air flow............................................................61Air vents..........................................................61Alarm...............................................................46Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................101Anti-theft..........................................................43Armrest, front............................................70, 72Ashtray............................................................70Audible warning............................................100Audio streaming (Bluetooth).................188, 190Audio system (radio).............................175, 205Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps.............................................100Auxiliary socket .....................................187, 215
Battery ...........................................144-146, 166Battery, charging...................................145, 146Battery, remote control.............................44, 45Bluetooth (hands-free) ..................................189Bonnet...........................................................159Boot.................................................................49Boot (unlocking)..............................................42Brake discs....................................................167Brake lamps..................................................137Brake pads ....................................................167Braking assistance system...........................101
Capacity, fuel tank ..........................................52CD.........................................................182, 211CD MP3 .................................................183, 212Central locking................................................43Changing a bulb.....................................133-138Changing a fuse.....................................139-143Changing a wheel ..................................126-132Changing a wiper blade..........................98,148Changing the date ...........................................35Changing the remote control battery..............44Changing the time...........................................35Checking levels ......................................163-165Checking the engine oil level ........................163Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)........125Checks ...................................................160-167Child lock .......................................................119Children..........................................105, 110-119Child seats .....................................110, 113-115Child seats, conventional ..............................113
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Cigarette lighter...............................................r72Clock...............................................................35Closing the boot........................................43, 49Closing the doors ......................................43, 48Connectors, audio...................72,185, 187,215Coolant level.................................................164Courtesy lamps ...............................................99Courtesy mirror...............................................r71Cruise control..................................................87Cup holder.......................................................r70
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Date (setting)...................................................35Daytime running lamps...........................95,135Deactivating the passenger airbag...............106Demisting/defrosting .......................................68Demisting/defrosting, rear..............................r69Dials and gauges............................................22Diesel additive level......................................165Dimensions...................................................172Dipped beam...........................................91,135Dipstick ..........................................................163Direction indicators.......................100, 134, 137Doors...............................................................48Door pockets ...................................................70Driving economically ......................................20