2013 Peugeot 208 brake fluid

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Instruments and controls
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Brakingfixed. 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 aPEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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fixed, associated
with the ABS warnin
g 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.
Maximumcoolanttemperature
fixed with the needlein the red zone. The temperature of the coolingsystem 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
a qualified workshop.
Anti-lockBraking System(ABS)
fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop withoutdelay.

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing cer tain components.














Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash reservoir. 2.Coolant reservoir.3.Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses.
5. Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids, for replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.














Diesel engines
1.
Screenwash reservoir.2.
Coolant reservoir. 3.
Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses. 5.
Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.

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Checks






Checking levels
Oil level


The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.

Engine oil change

Refer to the ser vicing and warranty booklet for
details of the inter val 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.

Oil specifi cation

The oil must be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.
Th
e 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 servicing and warranty 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.



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 star t at
any time (even with the ignition off).
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the ser vicing booklet and the requirements of the warranties. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
It is normal to top up the oil levelbetween two ser vices (or oil changes). PEUGEOT recommends that you check the level, and top up if necessary, every3 000 miles (5 000 kms).

After topping up the oil, the check whenswitching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid
durin
g the 30 minutes after topping up. It will onl
y be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.

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Checks
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing and warrantybooklet for the details of the level checking interval for this component.
Electronic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing and warrantybooklet for details of the checking
interval for this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing and warranty
booklet for details of the levelchecking interval for this component. Brake wear depends on the st
yle
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It ma
y 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 fluid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.














Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.


Brake disc wear
Parking brake


If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two ser vices.
Checking this system must be done by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

















Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of equivalentquality and specification.
In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offersvery specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,or in wintry conditions, ice, can form on the brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may be reduced. Make lightbrake applications to dry and defrost the brakes.

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Visual search
Maintenance - Technical data
Identification markings 212 Dimensions 211

Changing bulbs 161-167 - front - rear


Running out of fuel, Diesel 195
Opening the bonnet 188 Under the bonnet, petrol 189 Under the bonnet, Diesel 190 Petrol engines 201-202 Diesel engines 206-207
12V bat tery 174 -176 Load reduction, economy mode 176 , 17 7 Engine compar tment fuses 168 -169, 173
Petrol weights 203-205 Diesel weights 208-210

Checking levels 196 -198 - oil - brake fluid - coolant - screenwash fluid- additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)Checking components 199 -200 - battery- air / passenger compar tment filter - oil filter - particle emissions filter (Diesel) - brake pads / discs

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Alphabetical index
Identification plates.......................................212Ignition.............................................................79Indicators, direction ......................125, 162, 166
Inflating accessories(using the kit) ..............................................152
Inflating tyres ..........................................19, 212Inputs for audio system.....74, 246, 250, 285,311Instrument panels.....................................21, 22
Instrument panel screen ...........................38,82Interior fittings............................................72-75Interior lamp..................................................123Interior mood lighting....................................124
ISOFIX child seats.................................143-145ISOFIX mountings.........................................143
Jack...............................................................153Jack cable.....................................................250JACK socket ............................................74, 250
Keeping children safe ............132, 134, 137-146Key ............................................................44-50Key in ignition warning....................................79Key with remote control .............................47-50
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Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)...127Electronic engine immobiliser...................r47, 50Emergency boot release .................................55Emergency call.....................................126,214Emergency starting.......................................175Emergency warning lamps .....................78, 125Energy economy mode .................................177Engine, Diesel..............190, 194, 195, 206, 207Engine, petrol ........................189,194, 201, 202Engine compartment .............................189, 190Engine compar tment fusebox.......................173Engine oil level indicator.........................r37,196Environment..................19,49, 65, 71, 176, 198Equipment settings.......................................266
Filling with fuel ..............................191,193, 194
Fitting a wheel ...............................................158Fitting roof bars.............................................183Fittings, boot ...................................................76Flashing indicators ........................115, 125,162Foglamp, rear................................r112, 165, 166Foglamps, front .............................112,118,164
Frequency (radio)..................................243, 245Front seats......................................................57Fuel..........................................................19, 194
Fuel consumption............................................19Fuel filler flap.................................................191Fuel gauge ........................................10, 22, 191Fuel tank................................................191, 193Fusebox, dashboard.....................................170Fuses .............................................................168
Gearbox, automatic ........................90,176, 200Gearbox, electronic ...........83, 86,93,176, 200Gearbox, manual..............................81, 93, 200Gear lever,
automatic gearbox........................................90Gear lever,electronic gearbox .........................83, 86, 200Gear lever,manual gearbox............................................81Gear shift indicator..........................................82Glove box........................................................73Guidance.......................................................220Guide-me-home ....................................115,116
Halogen headlamps......................................161Hands-free kit........................................256, 287Hazard warning lamps ............................78, 125Head restraints, front......................................58Head restraints, rear.......................................r60Heated seats...................................................59Heating..........................................14, 19, 66, 68Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel..............................................63Hill start assist.................................................96Hooks ..............................................................77
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Labels, identification.....................................212Lamps, warningand indicator...........................................r24-32LED daytime running lamps ..........................................114,161,163Level, brake fluid ...........................................196

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Alphabetical index
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Levels and checks.................................18 8-200Lighting, guide-me home.................47,115, 116Lighting, interior....................................r123,124Lighting bulbs(replacement).......................................161-167Lighting control stalk..............................110-116Loading....................................................19,183Load reduction mode....................................176Locating your vehicle......................................47Locking the boot..............................................55Low fuel level................................................191
Main beam ....................................110,161,162Maintenance....................................................19Maintenance(advice).......................................................184Map reading lamps.......................................123Markings, identification.................................212Mat..................................................................75Menu ...................220,222,238, 240,252,254, ....................................................262, 295, 314Mirror, rear view............................................109Mirrors, door..................................................r108Misfuel prevention.........................................193Motorway function(direction indicators) ...................................125Mountings for ISOFIX seats.........................143MP3 CD .........................................246, 281, 307
Number plate lamps......................................167
Oil filter..........................................................r199Oil level....................................................37,196Opening the bonnet......................................188Opening the boot............................................55Opening the doors ..........................................44Opening the fuel filler flap.............................191Opening the panoramic sunroof blind.................................................56Operation indicator lamps.........................24-32
Paint colour code ..........................................212Paintwork, matt .............................................184Panoramic sunroof..........................................f56Parcel shelf, rear.............................................r77Park Assist....................................................102Parking brake.........................................80, 200Parking lamps ...............................................115Parking sensors, rear....................................r106Particle emission filter...........................r197-199Passenger compartment filter......................r199PEUGEOT CONNECT ASSISTA NCE..........214PEUGEOT CONNECT SOS.........................214Player, CD MP3 .............................246, 281, 307Port, USB........................74, 246, 250, 285, 311Priming the fuel system................................195Protecting children .................132, 134, 137-146Puncture ........................................................147
Radio............................................242,278, 304RDS...............................................................245Rear screen (demisting)..................................71
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Recharging the battery.........................175, 176Reduction of electrical load ..........................176Regeneration of the par ticleemissions filter............................................r199Reinitialising
the remote control.........................................49Remote control..........................................44-50Removing a wheel ........................................156Removing the mat...........................................75Repair kit, puncture.......................................147Replacing bulbs .....................................161-167Replacing fuses.....................................168-173Replacing the air filter...................................r199Replacing the oil filter...................................r199Replacing the passenger compartment filter......................................r199Replacing wiper blades ......................... 122,178Resetting the service indicator.......................r36Reversing lamps...........................................166Risk areas (update) .......................................228Roof bars.......................................................183Roof blind........................................................56Routine checks .....................................199,200Running out of fuel(Diesel).......................................................195
Safety for children..................132, 13 4, 137-14 6Screen, instrument panel ..........................38,40Screen-wash reservoir..................................197Screen menu..................220,222,238, 240,252,254, 262, 295, 314Screenwash ..................................................120Screenwash fluid level..................................197Seat, rear bench .............................................60