2012 PEUGEOT 308 SW BL 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

This information is displayed 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, ac-
companied by an audible signal 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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CHECKS
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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CHECKS
DIESEL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow access 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 * .

*
According to engine.

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CHECKS
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


On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle 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 pressure to
drop. When the pressure has dropped,
remove the cap and top up the 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.

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


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.
Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet 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.

It is normal to top up the oil level
between services. PEUGEOT re-
commends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.

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


Coolant level

The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the fan.
This can operate with the ignition off.

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

When working under the bonnet,
take care, as certain areas of the
engine may be extremely hot (risk
of burns).
Oil specifi cation
The oil must be the correct grade for
your engine and conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
EBA (Emergency braking
assistance) .......................................139Eco-driving ............................................23Eco-driving (advice) ................................23Economical driving ................................23Economy mode....................................210Electric window controls.........................89Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).............................................139Electronic engine immobiliser...........84,86Emergency boot release........................94
Emergency braking system ..................139Emergency call ....................139, 244,245Emergency warning lamps ...................137Energy economy mode ........................210
Filling with fuel...................................96-98Fitting a wheel......................................192Fitting roof bars....................................216Fittings, boot.........................116, 118, 121Flashing indicators...............................137Foglamps, rear.....................................r100Folding the rear seats................72, 74, 76Front foglamps....................100,194, 196Front seats.................................68, 69, 71Fuel.............................................23, 96, 97Fuel consumption...................................23Fuel filler cap..........................................96Fuel filler flap....................................96, 98Fuel gauge.............................................96Fuel tank...........................................96, 98Fusebox, dashboard.............................201Fuses....................................................201
Halogen headlamps.............................194Hands-free kit...............................314, 355Hazard warning lamps..........................137Headlamp adjustment..................103, 104Headlamps, directional.................104, 194Headlamp wash....................................106Headlamp wash reservoir.....................174Head restraints, front..............................70Head restraints, rear...............................72Heated seats..........................................71Heating.............................................23,63Height and reach adjustment, steering wheel....................................82High load retaining net.................120, 123Hill start assist..............................152, 153Hooks...................................117,119, 123Horn......................................................137
Date (setting).................45,47,49,52,54Daytime running lamps........101, 194,195Deactivating the passenger airbag.......146Deadlocking............................................84Defrosting...............................................65Dials and gauges...............................25-27Diesel additive level..............................175Dimensions...........................................240Dipped beam.........................99, 194,195Dipstick...........................................42,174Directional lighting................................104Direction indicators......137, 194, 197,199Doors......................................................91Doors emergency control.......................93Door trays.............................................110Driving positions (memorising)...............71
Engines.........................................219, 228Engine, Diesel...............97,171,173, 228Engine, petrol ........................97,172, 219Engine compartment....................172, 173Engine compartment fusebox...............201Engine oil level indicator................r42, 174Environment.....................................23, 86Equipment settings........45, 47, 49, 52, 54ESP/ASR ..............................................140
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G.P.S............................................258, 300Gearbox, automatic......................157, 177Gearbox, electronicgear control.....................153, 160, 177Gearbox, manual.........150, 151, 160, 177Gear lever...............................................r23Gear lever, automatic gearbox.............157Gear lever, electronic gear control gearbox............................................153Gear lever, manual gearbox.................150Gear shift indicator...............................r151Glove box.............................................111Grab handles........................................110Guidance.............................258, 298, 305
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