2012 Peugeot Boxer coolant level

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Instruments and controls
WARNING LAMPS

Every time the engine is started: a series of warning lamps comes on, applying a self-checking test. They go off almost
immediately. When the engine is running: a warning lamp becomes a warning sign if it remains on continuously or flashes. This
initial warning may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen. "Do not ignore these warnings."

Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action
Service on temporarily. minor faults. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
continuously on,
accompanied by
a message on
the screen. major faults. Make a note of the warning message and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Parking brake -
Brake fluid level on. that the parking brake is applied or
has not been released correctly. Releasing the parking brake switches off the warning lamp.
on. that the fluid level is too low. Top up with a fluid recommended by PEUGEOT.
continuously on,
even though the
level is correct.
Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition and
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
+ Electronic brake
force distribution on. an electronic brake force
distribution fault. Stop immediately. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Low coolant
level on. that the fluid level is too low. Park and switch off the ignition. Allow to cool. Refer to
the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a PEUGEOT
dealer.

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Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action
Coolant
temperature on with the
needle in the red
zone. an abnormal increase. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the system to cool.
Visually check the level.
on H in the red
zone. a coolant temperature. Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Engine oil
pressure on while driving. that the pressure is too low. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the lubrication
system to cool in order to check its level. Refer to the
"Levels" section of chapter 7.
continuously on,
even though the
level is correct. a major fault. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
flashing, for a
few seconds,
with a message
on the screen. that a service will soon be due. Refer to the list of checks in the servicing booklet then
carry out the PEUGEOT service.
Battery charge on. a malfunction of the charging
system. Check the battery terminals… Refer to the "Battery"
section of chapter 8.
continuously on,
fixed or flashing
in spite of the
checks. a circuit fault, an ignition or
injection malfunction. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Door or bonnet
open detection on. that a door or the bonnet is not
closed correctly. Check that the cab doors, the rear and side doors and
the bonnet are closed.

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Instruments and controls


FUEL GAUGE

The fuel level is tested each time the key is
turned to the "running" position.
The gauge is positioned on:


- F (Full):
the fuel tank is full,
approximately 90 litres.

- E (Empty):
the reserve is now being
used, the warning lamp comes on
continuously.
The reserve when the warning first comes
on is approximately 11 litres.
Fuel tanks of different capacities (60 and
125 litres) are available as an option.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE

The needle is positioned between
C (Cold) and H (Hot):
normal operation.
In arduous conditions of use or hot climatic
conditions, the needle may move close to
the red graduations.
- wait for the engine to cool down in
order to check the level and top it up if
necessary. Follow this advice:
the cooling system is pressurised. In
order to avoid any risk of scalding,
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow
the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, check the
level and remove the cap to top up.
If the needle remains in the red zone,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7.
Refer to the "Fuel" section of chapter 7.
What you should do if the needle enters
the red zone, or if the warning lamp
comes on:


- stop immediately, switch off the ignition.
The fan may continue to operate for a
certain time up to approximately
10 minutes.
EMISSION CONTROL

EOBD (European On Board Diagnosis) is a
diagnostics system which complies with, among
others, the standards concerning authorised
emissions of:


- CO (carbon monoxide),

- HC (unburnt hydrocarbons),

- NOx (nitrogen oxides) or particles,
detected by oxygen sensors placed
upstream and downstream of the
catalytic converters.

Therefore, the driver is warned of any
malfunction of this emission control
system by the lighting of this specifi c
warning lamp on the instrument panel.
There is a risk of damage to the catalytic
converter. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer.

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Towing a trailer

ACCESSORIE
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Cooling:
towing a trailer on a slope
increases the coolant temperature.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on the
engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the
engine speed and reduce your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
Tyres:
check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
markings" section of chapter 9) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressures.
We recommend the use of original
PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to a
PEUGEOT dealer.
If this equipment is not fitted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it is imperative that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment installed at the
rear of the vehicle and in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
Good practice

In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this
case, the automatic cutting off of the air
conditioning allows the engine power to be
recovered.
If the coolant temperature
warning lamp comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.
Brakes:
towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually.

Side wind:
sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.

ABS:
the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.

Rear parking sensors:
the system does not
operate while the vehicle is towing.

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CHECK
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Levels
Cooling system
Only use the fluid 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 fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a failure 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.
Used oil

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil with the
skin.
Brake fluid is harmful to health and very
corrosive.
Do not dispose of used oil, brake fluid or
coolant into drains or into the ground but
into the containers dedicated to this use at
PEUGEOT dealerships (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
Topping up

The level must be between the MIN
and
MAX
marks on the expansion bottle. If
more than 1 litre of fluid is required to top
up the level, have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.


Windscreen wash and headlamp
wash level
For best quality cleaning and to prevent
freezing, this fluid must not be topped up or
replaced with plain water.
Capacity of the reservoir: approximately
5.5 litres.

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Technical data - Maintenance

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VISUAL SEARCH

Screenwash/headlamp wash, level 119
Bulbs, lighting,
changing bulbs 131-133
Opening the bonnet, stay 116
Under the bonnet 117
Identifi cation markings,
serial number, paint, tyres 154 Changing a wiper blade 139 Levels 118-119


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dipstick,

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power steering fluid,

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brake fluid,

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coolant.
Water bleed, Diesel fi lter 120
Checks 120-121


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battery,

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air/passenger compartment filter,

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oil filter,

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parking brake,

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particle filter,

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brake pads.
Emission control 36
Engine fuses 135, 138
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE

Engine technical data 149
Dimensions 142-148
Weights 150-153