2014 Peugeot 508 brake fluid

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Monitoring
Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Electric parking brake flashing. The electric parking brake is not applied automatically. The application/release is faulty.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park on flat level ground, switch off the ignition and contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Electric parking
brake fault
fixed. The electric parking brake has a fault. Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay. The parking brake can be released manually. For more information on the electric parking brake, refer to the corresponding section.
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.
Deactivation of the automatic functions of the electric parking brake
fixed. The "automatic application" (on switching off the engine) and "automatic release" functions are deactivated or faulty.
Activate the function (according to country) via the vehicle configuration menu or contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop if automatic application / release is not possible. The parking brake can be released manually using the emergency release procedure. For more information on the electric parking brake, refer to the corresponding section.

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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. Power steering reservoir. 2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir. 3. Coolant reservoir.
4. Brake fluid reservoir. 5. Battery / Fuses. 6. Fusebox. 7. Air filter. 8. Engine oil dipstick. 9. Engine oil filler cap.
1.6 litre 16V VTi 120 hp
1.6 litre 16V THP 155 hp

222
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.
* According to engine.

Diesel engines
1. Power steering reservoir. 2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir. 3. Coolant reservoir.
4. Brake fluid reservoir. 5. Battery / Fuses. 6. Fusebox. 7. Air filter. 8. Engine oil dipstick. 9. Engine oil filler cap. 10. Priming pump * . 11. Bleed screw * . 1.6 litre HDi 115 hp
2.0 litre HDi 140 hp

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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.
* According to engine.
Diesel engines
1. Power steering reservoir. 2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir. 3. Coolant reservoir.
4. Brake fluid reservoir. 5. Battery / Fuses. 6. Fusebox. 7. Air filter. 8. Engine oil dipstick. 9. Engine oil filler cap. 10. Priming pump * . 11. Bleed screw * . 2.0 litre HDi 160 hp
2.2 litre HDi 200 hp

224
Checks
Blue HDi 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. Power steering reservoir. 2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir. 3. Coolant header tank. 4. Brake fluid reservoir. 5. Battery / Fuses. 6. Fusebox. 7. Air filter. 8. Engine oil dipstick. 9. Engine oil filler cap.
2.0 litre Blue HDi 150 hp2.0 litre Blue HDi 180 hp

226
Checks
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.
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 fl uid
Refer to the warranty and maintenance record for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fluid must conform to the manufacturer's recommendations and meet the DOT4 low viscosity / ISO 4925 Class 6 standard.
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.  Unscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler aperture.  Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills on engine components (risk of fire).  Wait a few minutes before checking the level again using the dipstick.  Add more oil if necessary.  After 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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Checks
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing booklet for the details of the level checking interval for this component.
6-speed electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing booklet for details of the checking interval for this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change). Refer to the servicing booklet 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. 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
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any routine servicing. However, in the event of a problem, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by PEUGEOT or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as important as the braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers very specific products. To avoid damaging the electrical units, the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compartment is strictly prohibited .
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 PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
For more information, refer to the "Electric parking brake - Operating faults" section.

338Alphabetical index
Filling with fuel ..........................................64, 66Fitting a wheel ...............................................188Fitting roof bars .............................................214Fittings, boot .............................................80, 81Flashing indicators ................................140, 16 5Foglamps ......................................................192Foglamps, rear ..............................................Foglamps, rear ..............................................Foglamps, rear13 8Folding the rear seats .....................................72Front foglamps ..............................138, 192, 195Front seats ................................................67- 6 9Fuel............................................................20, 66Fuel consumption ............................................20Fuel filler cap ...................................................64Fuel filler flap ...................................................64Fuel gauge ......................................................64Fuel tank..........................................................64Fusebox, dashboard .....................................201Fuses .............................................................201
Gear lever .......................................................Gear lever .......................................................Gear lever20Gear lever, automatic gearbox .....................113Gear lever, electronic gear control gearbox ....Gear lever, electronic gear control gearbox ....Gear lever, electronic gear control gearbox117Gear lever, manual gearbox .........................111Gear shift indicator .......................................Gear shift indicator .......................................Gear shift indicator112G . P. S . ............................................................262Guidance ..............................................260, 268Guide-me-home ............................................141
Halogen headlamps ..............................192, 193Hands-free kit .......................................2 7 7, 3 2 1Hazard warning lamps ............................83, 165Headlamp adjustment ...................................14 4Headlamps, directional .........................145, 192Headlamp wash ............................................148Headlamp wash reservoir .............................Headlamp wash reservoir .............................Headlamp wash reservoir227Head restraints, front ................................6 7, 7 0Head restraints, rear .......................................Head restraints, rear .......................................Head restraints, rear72Head-up display ............................125, 128, 13 0Heated seats .............................................6 7, 7 0Heating .........................................20, 88, 96, 99Height and reach adjustment, steering wheel ..............................................76High load retaining net ....................................84Hill start assist ...............................................124
Gearbox, automatic ..............................113 , 2 2 9Gearbox, electronic gear control ...117, 121, 2 29Gearbox, manual ...................111, 112, 121, 2 29
Identification plates .......................................247Indicator lamps, status ..............................25, 29Indicators, direction ......................................165Inflating accessories (using the kit) ..............179Inflating tyres ..................................................20Inputs for audio system .................................319
Labels, identification .....................................247Lamps, warning and indicator .......................warning and indicator .......................warning and indicator23, 27, 28Level, brake fluid ...........................................226Level, headlamp wash ..........................148, 2 27Level, power steering fluid ............................226
Jack .......................................................185, 18 6JACK socket ..................................................319JBL (audio system) ...................................7, 2 51
Instrument panel .............................................22Instrument panels ...........................................23Instrument panel screen .........................2 3 , 112Intelligent Traction Control ............................170Interior fittings .................................................77Interior mood lighting ....................................152ISOFIX ..........................................................161ISOFIX child seats ................................160 -162ISOFIX mountings.........................................160
Keeping children safe .....................153, 154, 157, 161, 162, 175Key ..........................................43 - 45, 47, 50, 52Key, electronic .....................................4 3 - 4 7, 5 0Keyless Entry and Starting .........44, 45, 52, 101Key with remote control ................................102
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Engine compartment ............................221-224Engine compartment fusebox .......................201Engine, Diesel .........66, 219, 222-224, 238, 242Engine oil ......................................................225Engine oil level indicator .........................Engine oil level indicator .........................Engine oil level indicator3 7, 2 2 5Engine, petrol .........................66, 221, 235, 236Engines ................................................235, 238Environment ..............................................2 0 , 51ESC/ASR .......................................................169