2014 Peugeot 208 maintenance

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Advice on care and maintenance
Recommendations on the care and maintenance your vehicle are given in the warranty and maintenance record.
Matt paint
We recommend the use of a high pressure
jet wash, or at least a water hose with a high
output.
We recommend that the vehicle be rinsed using
de-ionised water.
us
e only a microfibre cloth to dry the vehicle.
It must be clean and used without heavy
pressure.
Lightly wipe off any fuel stains present on the
bodywork using a soft cloth, then leave to dry.
From the range of cleaning and maintenance
products in the "T
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ange
recommended and approved by P
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use only the insect remover and car shampoo,
which are the only products to be used on the
bodywork.
The insect remover can also be used to remove
minor marks (for example: finger marks...).
Always have paint repairs done by a P
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O
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
If you vehicle is finished with a clear matt
lacquer, please observe the following
recommendations to avoid damaging the
paintwork by the use of an inappropriate
cleaning procedures.
These recommendations are also valid for alloy
road wheels finished with clear matt lacquer.
Never clean the vehicle without water.
Never wash your vehicle in an
automatic roller brush car wash.
Never polish the vehicle body, nor the
alloy wheels. Doing this will make the
paintwork shiny.
Do not use paint cleaners, abrasive
products or paint polishing or
preserving products (such as wax,
for example) on the paintwork. These
products are only suitable for bright
finishes. Application of these products
on vehicles with a matt finish will
seriously damage the paint sur face of
the vehicle, giving rise to irreversible
shiny or stained areas.
Never use a high pressure jet wash with
a lance fitted with a brush, this may
scratch the paintwork.
Never select a wash programme that
finishes with a hot wax cycle.
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The fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by P
e
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O
T may result
in a failure of your vehicle's electronic
system and excessive electrical
consumption.
Contact a P
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for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.
Installation of radio
communication
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a P
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T dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
el

ectromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/
eC

). Depending on the legislation in force in
the country, certain safety equipment
may be compulsory: high visibility
safety vests, warning triangles,
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps
at the rear of the vehicle.
By visiting a P
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T dealer, you can also
obtain products for cleaning and maintenance
(exterior and interior) - including ecological
products in the "T
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ange, topping
up products (screenwash...), touch-up pens
and paint aerosols for the exact colour of your
vehicle, refills (cartridge for the temporary
puncture repair kit...), ...
"Multimedia":
audio systems, portable satellite navigation
systems, semi-integral support for portable
satellite navigation system, hands-free kit, CD
changer, speakers, connection kit for MP3 or
CD player, Wi-Fi on-board...
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Fuel used for petrol
engines
The petrol engines are compatible with e1
0 bio-petrol (containing 10 % ethanol),
conforming to
e
u
ropean standards e
N 2
28
and
e
N
15376.
e8

5 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol)
are reserved exclusively for vehicles marketed
for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex
vehicles). The quality of the ethanol must
comply with
e
u
ropean standard e
N 1
5293.
Fuel used for Diesel
engines
The Diesel engines are per fectly with biofuels
which conform to current and future eu ropean
standards (Diesel fuel which complies with
standard
e
N 5
90 mixed with a biofuel which
complies with standard
e
N 1
4214) available
at the pumps (containing up to 7 % Fatty Acid
Methyl
e
s
ter).
The B30 biofuel can be used in certain Diesel
engines; however, this use is subject to strict
application of the special servicing conditions
indicated in the warranty and maintenance
record. Contact a P
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T dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,
domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of
damage to the engine and fuel system).
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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 (depending
on version), or using the dipstick.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, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Oil specification
The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.The 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 fluid
Refer to the warranty and maintenance record
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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).
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the warranty and maintenance record. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a P
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T dealer or a qualified workshop.
It is normal to top up the oil level
between two services (or oil changes).
P
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T recommends that you check
the level, and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
It will only 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
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean
and correctly tightened, particularly in summer
and winter.
The presence of this label, in particular with
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use of
a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with special
technology and specification. The involvement
of a P
e
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T dealer or a qualified workshop
is essential when replacing or disconnecting
the battery.
Particle emissions filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of the particle
filter is indicated by the fixed
illumination of this warning lamp
accompanied by a warning message
in the screen (if a display screen is
fitted).
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burnt" smell, which
is perfectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle
or the environment.
un

less other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the warranty and maintenance record and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a P
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T dealer or a qualified workshop.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the warranty and
maintenance record for details of
the replacement intervals for these
components.
Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the warranty and
maintenance record for details of
the replacement interval for this
component.
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle
(e.g. city driving), replace them twice as
often if necessar y
.
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer
to the "12 V battery" section for details of the
precautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at
least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates a
low additive level.
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the warranty and
maintenance record for the checking
interval for this component.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the warranty and
maintenance record for details of the
checking interval for this component.
Automatic
gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the warranty and
maintenance record 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.
un

less 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 Pe ugeO T
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 services.
Checking this system must be done
by a P
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workshop.
Only use products recommended by
P
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quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, P
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O
T selects and
offers very 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 light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
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Accessories .................................................. 193
Accessory socket, 12V ...................................75
Access to rear seats (3 -door)
.........................57
AdBlue
® ............................... ..........................204
Additive, AdBlue ...................................... 24, 204
Adjusting headlamps


.................................... 120
Adjusting head restraints


................................ 57
Adjusting seat belt height
..................... 13

6, 137
Adjusting the steering wheel


..........................62
Advice on care and maintenance


.................192
Airbags


.................................................... 2 7, 1 3 9
Airbags, curtain
..................................... 14

1, 142
Airbags, front ......................................... 13 9, 142
Airbags, lateral


...................................... 141, 142
Air conditioning


............................................... 12
Air conditioning, automatic


.................66, 67, 70
Air conditioning, digital


................................... 73
Air conditioning, manual


.....................66 - 68, 73
Air distribution adjustment


.............................. 70
Air filter

.......................................................... 215
Air flow

..............................
.............................. 12
Air flow adjustment


......................................... 70
Air intake


......................................................... 70
Air recirculation


............................................... 70
Air vents


.......................................................... 65
Alarm


............................................................... 50
Alloy wheels
.................................................. 19

2
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
....................13 3
Anti-theft


......................................................... 46
Armrest


............................................................ 74
Armrest, front
.................................................. 58
Assistance call


.............................. 129, 223, 224
Assistance, emergency braking
................... 13

3
Audible warning


............................................ 129
Audio cable


................................................... 246
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)
........ 2

42, 245, 308
Audio system (radio)
..................................... 323
Automatic illumination of headlamps


....114 , 11 9 Backup starting


.............................................183
Battery


............................................182-18 4, 215
Battery, charging


...........................................18 4
Battery, remote control
............................. 4

8, 49
Blue HDi
........................................................204
Bluetooth (hands-free)
................. 2

84, 285, 309
Bluetooth (telephone)


...........................284, 285
Bonnet


...........................................................19 6
Bonnet stay


...................................................19 6
Boot


.................................................................54
Brake discs
.................................................... 2

16
Brake lamps
...............................

...........173 , 174
Brake pads


....................................................216
Brakes


...........................................................216
Braking assistance system

...........................13

3
Capacity, fuel tank
..............................

..........19 9
CD


.................................................................242
CD MP3
.........................................242, 303-305DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)


........240, 241
Date (setting)
...............................

....................42
Daytime running lamps


...................117, 16 9 -171
Deactivating the passenger airbag


...............13 9
Deadlocking


....................................................45
Defrosting


..................................................68, 73
Central locking


................................................
44
Changing a bulb

............................
16 9, 173 , 174
Changing a fuse ............................................
176
Changing a wheel .................................
161, 162
Changing a wiper blade ........................125, 18 6
Changing the date


...........................................42
Changing the remote control battery


..............48
Changing the time


...........................................42
Checking levels
...................................... 21

2-214
Checking the engine oil level


..........................37
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)
........15 6
Checks
...............

...................197, 198, 215, 216
Children
...............................

..149, 151, 153, 15 4
Child seats

...........................14

3, 14 4, 148 -15 0
Child seats, conventional


..............................148
Cleaning (advice)
.......................................... 19

2
Closing the boot
..............................................54
Closing the doors


............................................44
Colour screen
...............................

........226, 227
Connectors, audio
...............................

....76, 332
Coolant level


...........................................32, 213
Coolant temperature indicator
........................ 32
C

ruise control
........................................10

3, 105
Cup holder

...............................
........................74
A
B
C
D
Automatic operation of hazard warning
lamps .............................. ............................128
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers
...............

.................................. 12 2, 124
Auxiliary


................................................ 242, 246
Auxiliary sockets
...............................

............332
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Alphabetical index

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Main beam ..................................... 113 , 16 9 -171
Maintenance ................................................... 12
Maintenance (advice)


.................................... 192
Map reading lamps


....................................... 126
Markings, identification


.................................221
Mat


.................................................................. 77
Menu


................................... 230, 232, 234, 248,
250, 252, 268, 280, 282
Menus (audio)


.....................230, 232, 234, 248,
250, 252, 268, 280, 282
Menus (Touch screen)
.................................. 2

26
Mini fuel level
................................................ 19 9
Mirror, rear view
.............................................. 64Number plate lamps
......................................
17
5
M
N
Keeping children
safe ............. 1
39, 143, 144, 149, 151, 153, 154
Key


............................................................ 43, 44
Key in ignition warning


....................................81
Key with remote control
............................46, 49Labels, identification
.....................................
2
21
Lamps, warning and indicator

............
16, 20, 21
L e
D
daytime running lamps

...........
117, 16 9 -171
L
eD
s - light-emitting diodes

.........................
174
Level, AdBlue
® additive ................................. 204
Level, brake fluid ........................................... 2
12
Levels and checks
................. 197, 198, 212-214
Light-emitting diodes - L
eD

s

........................ 174
Lighting bulbs (replacement)
........ 1

6 9, 173 , 174
Lighting control stalk


............................. 113 , 118
Lighting, guide-me home


................4 6 , 118 , 11 9
Lighting, interior


.................................... 126, 127
Lighting on reminder


..................................... 11 6
Loading


................................................... 12, 191
Load reduction mode


.................................... 185
Locating your vehicle
...................................... 46
L

ocking the boot.............................................. 54
K
L
Instrument panels ..................................... 14, 15
Instrument panel screen ..................... 1
4, 15, 84
Interior fittings


........................................... 74 , 75
Interior lamp


.................................................. 126
Interior mood lighting


.................................... 127
ISOFIX child seats

........................15

1, 153, 15 4
ISOFIX mountings ......................................... 151
Jack
........

....................................... 161, 162, 246
Jack cable


..................................................... 246
JACK socket


............................................ 76, 246
Jukebox (playing)


.......................................... 247
J
Mirrors, door.................................................... 63
Misfuel prevention ............................... ..........201
Motorway function (direction indicators)


......128
Mountings for ISOFIX seats


.........................151
MP3 CD
................................................ 304, 305
Oil filter
...............

........................................... 215
Oil level .................................................... 3 7, 2 1 2
Opening the bonnet
...................................... 19

6
Opening the boot
..............................

..............54
Opening the doors
...............................

...........43
Opening the fuel filler flap
.............................19 9
Opening the panoramic sunroof blind


............55
Operation indicator lamps


........................16, 20
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