2014 Peugeot 508 Hybrid oil dipstick

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Engine oil level indicator*
Oil level incorrect
this is indicated by the display of the message
"Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
Oil level indicator fault
this is signalled by the display of the message "Oil
level measurement invalid" in the instrument panel.
Contact a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a fault with the electric indicator,
the oil level is no longer monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check the
engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located under the bonnet.
th

e total mileage is displayed in zone A of the
screen and the trip mileage in zone B .
With the trip mileage displayed, press the
button for a few seconds.
Mileage recorder
Trip recorder zero reset
On versions fitted with an electric oil level indicator, the state of the engine oil level is displayed in
the instrument panel for a few seconds, after the servicing information.
th
e level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30


minutes.
Oil level correct
* Depending on version.Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Monitoring

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the various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing certain components.
Petrol engines
1. Power steering reservoir.
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant reservoir.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

i r f i l t e r.
8.


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gine oil dipstick.
9.


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gine oil filler cap. 1.6 litre 16V VTi 120 hp
1.6 litre 16V THP 155 hp
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1.6 litre 16V e-THP 165 hp
Petrol engines
the various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing certain components.
1.
P
ower steering reservoir.
2.
S

creenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant reservoir.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

i r f i l t e r.
8.


e
n
gine oil dipstick.
9.


e
n
gine oil filler cap.
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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.
* According to engine.
Diesel engines
1. Power steering reservoir.
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant reservoir.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

i r f i l t e r.
8.


e
n
gine oil dipstick.
9.


e
n
gine oil filler cap.
10.
P

riming pump*.
11.
B

leed screw*. 1.6 litre HDi 115 hp
2.0 litre HDi 140 hp
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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.
* According to engine.
Diesel engines
1. Power steering reservoir.
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant reservoir.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

i r f i l t e r.
8.


e
n
gine oil dipstick.
9.


e
n
gine oil filler cap.
10.
P

riming pump*.
11.
B

leed screw*. 2.0 litre HDi 160 hp
2.2 litre HDi 200 hp
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BlueHDi Diesel engines
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.
1.
P
ower steering reservoir.
2.
S

creenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant header tank.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

ir filter .
8.


e
n
gine oil dipstick.
9.


e
n
gine oil filler cap. 2.0 litre Blue HDi 150 hp
2.0 litre Blue HDi 180 hp
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Checking levels
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).
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 vehicles with and electric oil
level gauge, or using the dipstick.
to e
nsure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
sur face and the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). P
e

uge
Ot

recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the warranty and maintenance record. t
o
p them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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.
F
t
a
ke the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
F

W
ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
F

R
efit 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 .
A = MA X
B = MIN If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
-

I
f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
P
e

uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

I
f 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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Power steering fluid level
the power steering fluid level should
be close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to
check the level.
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 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.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine"
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F
u
n
screw the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F

A
dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter checking the level, carefully refit the
oil filler 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 instrument 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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