2014 Peugeot 208 coolant level

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Monitoring
LCD instrument panel
1. Engine coolant temperature gauge. 2. Rev counter (x 1 000 rpm or tr/min), graduation according to engine (petrol or Diesel). 3. Engine oil level indicator * . 4. Gear shift indicator for a manual gearbox or gear lever position and gear for an electronic or automatic gearbox. 5. Digital speedometer (mph or km/h) This can be switched off with a long press
on B .
A. General lighting dimmer. B. Recalling the service information. Resetting the function selected (service indicator or trip distance recorder). Setting the time. Switching the digital speedometer on and off.
6. Cruise control or speed limiter settings. 7. Service indicator, then total distance recorder (miles or km). These functions are displayed successively on switching on the ignition. 8. Trip distance recorder (miles or km). 9. Analogue speedometer (mph or km/h). 10. Fuel gauge.
Dials and screens Control buttons
* Depending on version.

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Monitoring
Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on the part of the driver. Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the associated message in the screen. If you encounter any problems, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
STOP fixed, associated with another warning lamp. It is associated with the engine oil pressure or the engine coolant temperature.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.
Service fixed, associated with another warning lamp. Major faults have occurred. Refer to the section on this warning lamp and you must then contact a PEUGEOT dealer or qualified workshop.
fixed associated with a message (if a display screen is fitted).
Faults have occurred for which there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen (if a display screen is fitted) and refer to the corresponding section: - engine oil level alert, - risk of blockage of the particle emissions filter (Diesel). - Diesel fuel additive level (Diesel with particle emissions filter), You must contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Monitoring
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Braking fixed. 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 a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
+ fixed, associated with the ABS warning lamp.
The 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.
Maximum coolant temperature
fixed with the needle in the red zone. The temperature of the cooling system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping up the level, if necessary. If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Anti-lock Braking 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 without d e l ay.

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Monitoring
Gauges and indicators
With the engine running, when the needle is: - in zone A , the temperature is correct, - in zone B , the temperature is too high; the maximum temperature and the central STOP warning lamps come on, accompanied by an audible signal and a warning message in the screen. You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Wait a few minutes before switching off the engine. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
After driving for a few minutes, the temperature and pressure in the cooling system increase. To top up the level:  wait for the engine to cool,  unscrew the cap slightly to allow the pressure to drop,  when the pressure has dropped, remove the cap,  top up the level to the "MA X" mark.
Be aware of the risk of burns when topping up the cooling system. Do not fill above the maximum level (indicated on the header tank).
Coolant temperature gauge

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Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing certain 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 certain components and for priming the 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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Coolant level
The coolant level should be close to the "MA X" mark but should never exceed it.
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 pressure to drop. When the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and top up the level.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be replaced at routine services.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manufacturer's recommendations.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing, this fluid must not be topped up or replaced with plain water. In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up the level when necessary.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of the coolant is regulated by the fan.
The cooling fan may star t after switching off the engine: take care with ar ticles and clothing that might become caught by the fan blades.

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Visual search
Maintenance - Technical data
Identification markings 214 Dimensions 213
Changing bulbs 163-169 - front - rear
Running out of fuel, Diesel 197
Opening the bonnet 190 Under the bonnet, petrol 191 Under the bonnet, Diesel 192 Petrol engines 203 -204 Diesel engines 208-209
12V battery 176 -178 Load reduction, economy mode 179 Engine compartment f u s e s 170 -171, 175
Petrol weights 205 -207 Diesel weights 210 -212
Checking levels 198 -200 - oil - brake fluid - coolant - screenwash fluid - additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter) Checking components 201-202 - battery - air / passenger compartment filter - oil filter - particle emissions filter (Diesel) - brake pads / discs