2012 PEUGEOT RCZ checking oil

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Engine
autodiagnosis
system


fl ashing. The engine management system
has a fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic converter.
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.

fi xed. The emission control system has
a fault. The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualifi ed
workshop without delay.




Low fuel level


fi xed with the
needle in the
red zone,
accompanied by
an audible signal
and a message. When it fi rst comes on there
remains approximately 5 litres
of
fuel in the tank.
At this point, you begin to use the
fuel reserve. Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of fuel.
Until suffi cient fuel has been added, this warning lamp
will come on every time the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by an audible signal and a message.
The audible signal and message are repeated with
increasing frequency as the fuel level drops towards "0"
.
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 55 litres
.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, as this
could damage the emission control and injection systems.

Warning lamp



is on



Cause



Action / Observations






Service


temporarily,
accompanied by
a message. Minor faults have occurred for
which there is no specifi c warning
lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message displayed in the
screen, such as:


- doors, boot or bonnet open,

- low engine oil level,

- low screenwash/headlamp wash reservoir level,

- remote control battery fl at,

- low tyre pressures,

- saturation of the particle emission fi lter on Diesel
vehicles (see "Checks" - "Checking levels / Particle
emissions fi lter" section).
For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.

fi xed,
accompanied by
a message and
an audible signal. Major faults have occurred for
which there is no specifi c warning
lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the
screen and you must then contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.

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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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DIESEL ENGINE
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.

11 .
Bleed screw.

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CHECKING LEVELS



















OIL LEVEL


The check is carried out either when the ignition is switched
on using the oil level indicator in the instrument panel, or using
the dipstick.
It will only be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine
has been off for more than 30 minutes.
Take care when working under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could start
at any time (even with the ignition off).



If a level drops signifi cantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the servicing booklet and the requirements of the warranties. Top them up if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.


Engine oil change

Refer to the servicing and warranty 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 two services (or oil
changes). PEUGEOT recommends that you check the level, and
top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
After topping up the oil, the check when switching on the ignition with
the oil level indicator in the instrument panel is not valid during the
30 minutes after topping up.


Oil specification

The oil must be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.












BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

The brake fl uid level should be close to the "MAX" mark.
If it is not, check the brake pad wear.

Changing the fluid

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


Fluid specification

The brake fl uid must conform to the manufacturer's recommendations
and meet the DOT3 or DOT4 standard.












POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

The power steering fl uid level should be close to the "MAX"
mark. With the engine cold, unscrew the cap to check the level.

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CHECKS






MANUAL GEARBOX






AUTOMATIC GEARBOX















BRAKE PADS
BRAKE DISC WEAR

The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing and warranty booklet for the details of
the level checking interval for this component.
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing and warranty booklet for details of the
level checking interval for this component.
Brake wear depends on the style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in town, over short distances.
It may be necessary to have the condition of the brakes
checked, even between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the brake fl uid level
indicates that the brake pads are worn. For information on checking brake disc wear, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
















Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of
equivalent quality and specifi cation.
In order to optimise the operation of units as important as the
braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers very specifi c
products.
To avoid damaging the electrical units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment is strictly prohibited
.























PARKING BRAKE


If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system
is noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even
between two services.

Checking this system must be done by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop.

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CHECKING TYRE PRESSURES / INFLATING
ACCESSORIES

You can also use the compressor, without injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,

- infl ate other accessories (balls, bicycle tyres...).




)
Turn the selector A
to the "Air" position.

)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.

)
Connect the black pipe to the valve of the wheel or
accessory.
If necessary, fi t one of the adaptors supplied with the kit fi rst.



)
Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.

)
Start the vehicle and let the engine run.

)
Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to infl ate: switch B

in position "I"
; to defl ate: switch B
in position "O"
and press
button C
), according to the vehicle's tyre pressure label or the
accessory's pressure label.

)
Remove the kit then stow it.

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
ABS and EBFD systems.................. 105
Accessories ..................................... 193
Accessory socket, 12V ...................... 84
Access to rear seats .......................... 73
Active bonnet ................................... 108
Adjusting headlamps ......................... 96
Adjusting the steering wheel.............. 69
Airbags .............................................114
Airbags, front ............................ 115, 118
Airbags, lateral.......................... 116, 118
Air conditioning .................................. 20
Air conditioning, digital................. 75, 76
Air fi lter ............................................ 154
Air fl ow ............................................... 74
Air vents............................................. 74
Alarm ................................................. 56
Alert / warning log .............................. 46
Alloy wheels..................................... 192
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ............................................ 105
Anti-pinch........................................... 59
Anti-theft .......................................... 127
Arches, aluminium ........................... 191
Armrest, front ..................................... 85
Ashtray .............................................. 84
Assistance call ......................... 103, 202
Audible warning ............................... 103
Audio/video sockets......................... 232
Audio streaming (Bluetooth) .... 288, 315
Audio systems ................................. 205
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ............................ 91, 94Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ............................... 102
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers .................. 98, 100
Auxiliary
sockets ........... 86, 232, 289, 310, 312A/ A/
Battery ..................................... 154, 171
Battery, charging .............................. 172
Battery, remote control ................ 54, 55
Bluetooth
(hands-free) ........... 233-235, 272, 313
Bluetooth
(telephone) ............. 233-235, 272, 313
Bodywork ......................................... 191
Bonnet ............................................. 148
Boot ................................................... 64
Boot (opening) ................................... 52
Boot lamp .......................................... 89
Brake discs ...................................... 155
Brake lamps..................................... 176
Brake pads ...................................... 155
Braking assistance system .............. 105B/
Central locking ............................. 53, 62
Changing a bulb ....................... 173-179
Changing a fuse ....................... 180-186
Changing a wheel ..................... 163-172
Changing a wiper blade ........... 101, 169
Changing the remote
control battery ................................. 54
Changing the time ........... 38, 45, 47, 49
CHECK .............................................. 37
Checking levels ....................... 152, 153
Checking
the engine oil level .................. 33, 152
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) ................................ 162
Checks...................................... 149-155
Children ..................... 113, 115, 119-126
Child seats ............................... 121-126
Cleaning (advice)............................. 191
Clock.................................................. 38
Closing the boot........................... 53, 64
Closing the doors......................... 53, 61
Colour screen,
retractable ........................... 46, 48, 50
Connectors,
audio ............... 86, 232, 289, 310, 312
Coolant level .............................. 33, 153
Coolant temperature
indicator .......................................... 33
Courtesy mirror .................................. 83
Cruise control .................................. 139
Cup holder ......................................... 82
Customising stickers........................ 191C/
Capacity, fuel tank ........................... 146
CD MP3 ........................... 229, 285, 309C/

VISUAL SEARCH

Running out of fuel, Diesel 151

Checking levels 152-153


- oil

- brake fl uid

- power steering fl uid

- coolant

- screenwash/headlamp wash fl uid

- additive (Diesel with particle emissions fi lter)

- used products


Changing bulbs 173-179


- front

- rear

Engine compartment fuses 180, 184-186
Petrol engines 195
Petrol weights 196
Diesel engines 197
Diesel weightsl 198
Dimensions 199
Identifi cation markings 200

Opening the bonnet 148
Under the bonnet, petrol 149
Under the bonnet, Diesel 150
Energy economy mode 170
Battery 171-172
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE


Checking components 154-155


- battery

- air fi lter and passenger compartment fi lter

- oil fi lter

- particle emission fi lter (Diesel)

- gearboxes

- brake pads / discs

Cleaning and caring for your vehicle 191-192


- interior

- exterior