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Limit the causes of excessconsumption 
   
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; 
place the heaviest items in the bottom of 
the boot, as close as possible to the rear 
seats. 
  Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and 
reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof 
rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof 
box in preference. 
  Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.  
   
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres 
and refit your summer tyres.  
 
Observe the recommendations on maintenance 
 
 
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when 
cold, referring to the label in the door 
aperture, driver's side. 
  Carry out this check in particular: 
   
 
-   before a long journey, 
   
-   at each change of season, 
   
-   after a long period out of use.  
  Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres 
on any trailer or caravan.  
   
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine 
oil, oil filter, air filter...) and observe the 
schedule of operations recommended by the 
manufacturer.  
 
    
When refuelling, do not continue after 
the 3 rd  cut-off of the nozzle to avoid any 
overflow.  
   
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only 
after the fi rst 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) 
that you will see the fuel consumption 
settle down to a consistent average.  
  

   
 
Instruments and controls  
 
   
Warning lamp    
is    
indicates    
Solution - action  
 
  
ESP   flashing.  that it is in operation. 
 
 
 
on.   its malfunction or failure of the 
hill start assist. 
  Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.   
Refer to the "Driving safety" section of chapter 5. 
  a fault with the Intelligent 
Traction Control. 
    
Anti-pollution  on.   the regeneration of the particle 
emissions filter.   It is recommended that you leave the engine running 
until the warning lamp goes off so that regeneration can 
be completed. Section 7, "Checks". 
    
Emission control 
system   on.  a fault with the system.   Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer 
without delay. 
   
 
Deactivation 
of the front 
passenger 
airbag   on.   the intentional deactivation of 
this airbag when a rear facing 
child seat is installed.   Configure via the trip computer MODE menu. Refer to 
the "Mode" section of chapter 4. 
    
Electronic 
immobiliser   on.   the ignition key inserted is not 
recognised.  
The vehicle cannot be started.   Use another key and have the faulty key checked by 
a PEUGEOT dealer. Refer to the "Access" section of 
chapter 2. 
    
Front brake 
pads   on.  brake pad wear.   Have the pads replaced by a PEUGEOT dealer.  

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EASE OF USE AND COMFOR
T
Ventilation
VENTILATION 
DEMISTING AND DEFROSTING 
   
Manual mode  
  Direct the control to this air 
distribution setting. 
   
For faster and more effective 
demisting and defrosting of the 
windscreen:    
Defrosting the rear screen and 
mirrors 
   
Only operates when the engine 
is running. Pressing this button 
activates the rapid demisting-
defrosting of the rear screen and 
door mirrors. 
  This function switches off automatically to 
prevent excessive energy consumption. It 
stops when the engine is switched off but 
resumes when the engine is started again. 
  Pressing this button switches the function off.  
     
 
-   increase the air flow setting, 
  Returning to the exterior air 
intake position permits renewal 
of the air in the passenger 
compartment.      
Windscreen and side windows 
  The ventilation outlets located at the base 
of the windscreen and the side vents for the 
side windows increase the effectiveness 
of the demisting and defrosting. Do not 
obstruct these air outlets. 
  The pollen filter continuously and effectively 
filters dust. 
  Air recirculation (which can be activated by 
the driver or the passenger) isolates the 
passenger compartment from the exterior 
atmosphere. However, this position should 
only be used temporarily, normal use is to 
drive with the control positioned with the 
exterior air intake open.    
-   move the exterior air intake 
control temporarily to air 
recirculation.   

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 Ventilation 
 
CORRECT USE OF THE AIR 
CONDITIONING
  In order to be effective, the air conditioning 
should only be used with the windows 
closed. However, if the interior temperature 
remains high after a prolonged period 
parked in the sun, first ventilate the 
passenger compartment for a few minutes.   For even air distribution, ensure that the 
exterior air intake grille located at the base 
of the windscreen is not obstructed and that 
the side and central vents, the air outlets on 
the floor and the air extractor at the rear are 
open. 
  The air conditioning is useful in all seasons 
as it eliminates condensation and air 
humidity.   Operate the air conditioning system for 
5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month, 
to keep it in good working order. 
  Have the filter elements (air filter and 
passenger compartment filter) replaced 
regularly. If you drive in a dusty environment, 
have them replaced twice as often. 
  It is normal that the condensation created by 
the air conditioning system results in a flow 
of water which may form a puddle under the 
vehicle when parked. 
  If the system does not produce cold air, do 
not use it and contact a PEUGEOT dealer. 
   
"Leave them open" 
  For optimum distribution and diffusion of hot 
or cool air in the passenger compartment, 
there are: 4 adjustable central vents, of 
which 2 can be directed sideways (right 
or left) towards the top of the body and 
4 side vents which can be directed towards 
the passengers. The air vents directed 
towards the floor of the vehicle complete the 
equipment.  
 
 VENTS 

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CHECK
S
   
 
Under the bonnet
DIESEL ENGINES
 
 
 
1. 
  Windscreen/headlamp wash reservoir. 
   
2. 
 Fusebox. 
   
3. 
 Coolant reservoir. 
   
4. 
  Brake and clutch fluid reservoir. 
   
5. 
 Air filter.    
6. 
 Dipstick.   
  a 
:   2.2 Iitre 100   
  b 
:   2.2 Iitre 120  
  c 
:   3.0 Iitre 160 
   
7. 
  Engine oil filler cap.   
  a 
:   2.2 Iitre 100   
  b 
:   2.2 Iitre 120   
  c 
:   3.0 Iitre 160 
   
8. 
  Power steering reservoir.    Battery connections: 
  +  Positive metal point. 
  -  Negative metal point (earth).  
UNDER THE BONNET  

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Checks  
 
 
CHECKS 
Air filter and passenger compartment filter 
 
A clogged passenger compartment filter 
may reduce the performance of the 
air conditioning system and generate 
undesirable odours. The replacement 
intervals for these components are indicated 
in the servicing booklet. 
  Depending on the environment (dusty 
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle 
(urban driving...), change them twice as 
often if necessary, refer to the "Under the 
bonnet" section of chapter 7.  
 
 
Manual gearbox
 
Have the level checked in accordance with 
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.  
  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. 
  Only use products recommended by 
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent quality 
and specification. 
  In order to optimise the operation of units as 
important as the braking system, PEUGEOT 
selects and offers specific products. 
  In order to avoid damaging the electrical 
units, high pressure washing to clean the 
engine compartment is strictly prohibited. 
   Parking brake 
 
Where the parking brake travel is too great 
or there is a reduction in the performance 
of the system, the parking brake should be 
adjusted, even between services. 
  Have the system checked by a PEUGEOT 
dealer.  
 
 
Bleeding the water contained in 
the Diesel filter 
  If this warning lamp comes on, 
bleed the filter, otherwise bleed 
regularly each time the engine oil 
is changed. 
  To drain the water out, unscrew the bleed 
screw or the water in Diesel sensor, located 
at the base of the filter. Leave open until 
all of the water has been drained out. Then 
tighten the bleed screw or the water sensor. 
  HDi engines use advanced technology. All 
work requires a special qualification which is 
guaranteed by a PEUGEOT dealer.  
 
 Battery
 
At the start of winter, have your battery 
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.  
Brake pads
 
Brake pad wear depends on the style of 
driving, in particular for vehicles which are 
used in town, over short distances. It may 
be necessary to check the thickness of the 
pads, even between services. 
  Unless there is a leak on the system, a drop 
in the brake fluid level indicates that the 
brake pads are worn.  
Brake disc/drum wear status
 
For any information relating to checking 
the brake disc/drum wear status, contact a 
PEUGEOT dealer.  
 
 
Oil filter 
 
Change the filter regularly, in accordance 
with the servicing schedule.   

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CHECK
S
   
 
Checks
Particle filter system (Diesel)
 
An addition to the catalytic converter, this 
filter makes an active contribution to the 
preservation of air quality by the retaining 
of the unburnt pollutant particles. Black 
exhaust fumes are thus no longer emitted. 
  This filter, fitted to the exhaust system, 
accumulates particles of soot. The engine 
control unit manages the automatic 
periodic elimination of the soot particles 
(regeneration). 
  The regeneration procedure is invoked 
according to the quantity of particles 
accumulated and the driving conditions of the 
vehicle. During this phase, you may notice 
some unusual phenomena - increased idling 
speed, cooling fan running, increase in smoke 
and higher exhaust gas temperature - which 
does not affect the operation of the vehicle or 
the environment.   After prolonged idling or driving at very low 
speeds, you may occasionally notice water 
vapour being emitted from the exhaust when 
accelerating. This is of no consequence 
to the running of the vehicle or to the 
environment. 
  Because of the higher exhaust gas 
temperature resulting from the normal 
operation of the particle filter, it is 
recommended that you do not park the 
vehicle over inflammable materials (grass, 
dry leaves, pine needles, ...) so as to avoid 
any risk of fire.    
Saturation/Regeneration 
   
Operating fault 
  If this alert persists, do not ignore the 
warning; it indicates that a fault has occurred 
in the exhaust/particle filter system. 
  Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.  
    This alert tells you that the particle filter 
is starting to fill up (in conditions of urban 
driving of exceptionally long duration: low 
speeds, traffic jams etc.) .
  To regenerate the filter, it is advised to 
drive as soon as possible, when traffic 
conditions and the law permit, at a speed 
of at least 40 mph (around 60 km/h), with 
an engine speed above 2 000 rpm for about 
fifteen minutes (until the warning lamp and/
or the message disappears). 
  If possible, avoid switching off the engine 
before the end of regeneration of the 
filter; repeated interruptions could cause 
premature deterioration of the engine oil. It 
is not recommended to end regeneration of 
the filter with the vehicle stationary.     If there is risk of blockage of the 
filter, this warning lamp comes on 
in the instrument panel.  

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Technical data - Maintenance  
 
10
VISUAL SEARCH
 
Screenwash/headlamp wash, level  137 
  Bulbs, lighting, changing bulbs  149-151 
  Opening the bonnet, stay  134 
  Under the bonnet  135 
  Identifi cation markings,
serial number, paint, tyres  172   Changing a wiper blade  157   Levels 136-137 
   
 
● 
 dipstick, 
   
● 
  power steering fluid, 
   
● 
 brake fluid, 
   
● 
 coolant.  
  Water bleed, Diesel fi lter  138 
  Checks 138 
   
 
● 
 battery, 
   
● 
  air/passenger compartment filter, 
   
● 
 oil filter, 
   
● 
 parking brake, 
   
● 
 particle filter, 
   
● 
 brake pads.  
  Emission control  36 
  Engine fuses  153, 156  
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE
 
Engine technical data  167 
  Dimensions 160-166 
  Weights 168-171