2013 PEUGEOT 308 CC oil dipstick

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MONITORING
The level shown will only be cor-
rect if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 30 minutes.
Engine oil level indicator * Oil level correct
Oil level low Oil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the engine oil level is no lon-
ger monitored.
This is signalled by the fl ashing of "OIL" ,
or the display of a message "Oil level
incorrect" in the instrument panel, ac-
companied by illumination of the service
warning lamp and an audible signal.
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.
Refer to the "Checks of levels" section. This is signalled by the fl ashing of
"OIL--"
or the display of a message "Oil level mea-
surement invalid" in the instrument panel
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
When the system has a fault, you
should check the engine oil level using
the manual dipstick (located under the
bonnet).
Refer to the "Checks of levels" section.
On versions fi tted with an electric oil
level indicator, the state of the engine
oil level is displayed in the instrument
panel for a few seconds when the ig-
nition is switched on, after the service
information.
* Depending on version.

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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 ac-
cess 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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CHECKING LEVELS
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either
when the ignition is switched
on using the oil level indicator
in the instrument panel for ve-
hicles with and electric oil level gauge,
or using the dipstick. It is normal to top up the oil level
between two services (or oil chang-es). PEUGEOT recommends that
you check the level, and top up
if necessary, every 3 000 miles
(5 000 kms).
Take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the en-
gine may be extremely hot (risk of
burns) and the cooling fan could
start at any time (even with the igni-
tion off). A = MAX
To ensure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
surface and the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes. Check all of these levels regularly, in
line with the warranty and maintenance
record. Top them up if necessary, un-
less otherwise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop. Checking using the dipstick
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel
engine" section for the location of the
dipstick in the engine compartment of
your vehicle.
 Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and remove it completely.
 Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean non-fl uffy cloth.
 Refi t the dipstick and push fully down, then pull it out again to make
the visual check: the correct level is
between the marks A and B . B = MIN
If you fi nd that the level is above the A
mark or below the B mark, do not start
the engine .
- If the level is above the MAX mark
(risk of damage to the engine), con-
tact a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.
- If the level is below the MIN mark,
you must top up the engine oil.
Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing
the oil, check that the oil is the correct
grade for your engine and conforms to
the manufacturer's recommendations.

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Brake fluid level
The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
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.
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the warranty and maintenance
record for details of the interval for this
operation.
When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the
fan.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
The cooling fan may start after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
become caught by the fan blades.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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 pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel
engine" section for the location of the oil
fi ller cap in the engine compartment of
your vehicle.
 Unscrew the oil fi ller cap to reveal
the fi ller aperture.
 Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills on engine components
(risk of fi re).
 Wait a few minutes before checking the level again using the dipstick.
 Add more oil if necessary.
 After checking the level, carefully re- fi t the oil fi ller cap and the dipstick in
its tube.
After topping up the oil, the check
when switching on the ignition with
the oil level indicator in the instru-
ment panel is not valid during the
30 minutes after topping up.
Engine oil change
Refer to the warranty and maintenance
record 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.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Electronic engine immobiliser.....63, 65
Emergency braking system ..............94
Emergency call .................94, 177, 178
Emergency starting ........................162
Emergency warning lamps ...............93
Energy economy mode ..................164
Engine compartment ..............133, 134
Engine compartment fusebox.........158
Engine, Diesel ..................75, 132, 134
Engine oil ........................................135
Engine oil level indicator ..........Engine oil level indicator ..........Engine oil level indicator32, 135
Engine, petrol ...........................75, 133
Engines...................................170, 172
Environment ...............................19, 65
Equipment settings .............19, 39, 42 ,
46, 47, 65, 122, 137
Filling with fuel ............................74, 75
Fitting a wheel ................................148
Fittings, boot .....................................91
Flashing indicators ...................93, 152
Foglamps, front ................77, 150, 152
Foglamps, rear .........................Foglamps, rear .........................Foglamps, rear77, 153
Front seats .................................53, 54
Fuel.......................................19, 74, 75
Fuel consumption .............................19
Fuel filler cap ....................................74
Fuel filler flap ..............................74, 75
Fuel gauge .....................15, 21, 22, 74
Fuel tank .....................................74, 75
EBA (Emergency braking assistance) ......................94
Eco-driving ......................................19
Economy mode ..............................164
Electric window controls ...................68
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) .........................................94
Gearbox, automatic ..........19, 116, 139
Gearbox, manual ......19, 114, 119, 139
Gear lever, automatic gearbox .......11 6
Gear lever, manual gearbox ...........11 4
Gear shift indicator .........................Gear shift indicator .........................Gear shift indicator11 5
Glove box .........................................87
G.P.S. .............................................185
Guidance ........................................185
Guide-me-home..........................78, 79
Halogen headlamps .......................150
Hands-free kit .........................202, 243
Hazard warning lamps......................93
Headlamp adjustment ......................80
Headlamps, directional .............81, 150
Headlamp wash ................................82
Headlamp wash reservoir...............137
Head restraints, rear.........................57
Heated seats ....................................56
Heating .............................................48
Height and reach adjustment, steering wheel ..............................60
Horn ..................................................93
Date (setting) ..............................41, 43
Daytime running lamps.....78, 150, 152
Deactivating the passenger airbag .................101
Deadlocking ......................................62
Defrosting .........................................47
Dials and gauges........................21, 22
Diesel additive level........................137
Dimensions .....................................174
Dipped beam ....................76, 150, 151
Dipstick .....................................32, 135
Directional lighting ............................81
Direction indicators ...93, 150, 151, 153
Doors ................................................70
Doors emergency control .................72
Door pockets ....................................86
Driving economically .......................19
Driving positions (storing) .................57
Dynamic stability control (DSC) .....................................26, 95
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Fusebox, dashboard .......................156
Fuses ..............................................155