2015 Peugeot 208 bonnet

Practical information
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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
1. Screenwash reservoir.
2. C oolant header tank.
3.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
4.
B

attery / Fuses.
5.


Fusebox.
6.
A

i r f i l t e r.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.
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).
Checking levels
Check the levels regularly, in line with the
manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up
if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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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.
Diesel
1. Screenwash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
4.
B

attery / Fuses.
5.


Fusebox.
6.
A

i r f i l t e r.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.
9.
P

riming pump (depending on engine).
The AdBlue
® additive tank filler is located in the
boot below the spare wheel.
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).
Checking levels
Check the levels regularly, in line with the
manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up
if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Level
Brake fluid
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Checking levels
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations. It is normal to top up the oil level
between two services (or oil changes).
PEUGEOT recommends that you check
the level, and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 km).
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 manufacturer's service schedule
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.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with
the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them
up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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). 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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Oil level Advice
Dipstick
For more information on the underbonnet
and the engine oil dipstick, refer to the
corresponding section.
There are 2 marks on the dipstick:
-

A
= max; never exceed this
level,
-

B
= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using the
grade of oil suited to your
engine.
Checking
F Open the bonnet and secure it with the st ay.
F

P
ull the dipstick out and wipe it with a clean
cloth.
F

Return the dipstick to its tube and then pull it
out again to check the level against the mark.
F Return the dipstick to its tube.
Low oil level
F Identify the engine oil filler cap.
F O pen the filler cap.
F

A
dd engine oil with exceeding mark A .
F

F
it the filler cap. Take care when working under the
bonnet, as some parts of the engine
can be very hot (risk of burns) and the
cooling fan can start at any time (even
with the ignition switched off).
If a level is found to be very low, have
the corresponding system checked
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
A check of the engine oil level is only
valid if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for at least
30 minutes.
Oil grade: the oil used must meet
the specification given in the
manufacturer's servicing and warranty
booklet.
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In the event of a breakdown
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12 V battery
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried
out only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:
F o pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch,
F

s
ecure the bonnet stay,
F

r
emove the plastic cover on the (+)
terminal.
Access to the battery
If your vehicle has an automatic
gearbox, do not try to start the engine
by pushing the vehicle.
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and must
not, in any circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection
point.
General points
Lead-acid starter batteries
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources
of sparks, so as to avoid the risk of
explosion or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
If your vehicle has an electronic
gearbox, do not try to start the engine
by pushing the vehicle.
The (-) terminal of the battery is not accessible.
A remote earth point is located on the engine.

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On vehicles fitted with Diesel engines, the fuel
system must be primed if you run out of fuel.
For all versions other than BlueHDi, refer to the
corresponding engine compartment view.
Running out of fuel (Diesel)
For more information on the Diesel
misfuel prevention device, refer to the
corresponding section.
1.6 HDi engine
(except BlueHDi)
F A dd at least 5 litres of Diesel to the fuel
tank.
F

O
pen the bonnet.
F

I
f necessary, unclip the styling cover for
access to the priming pump.
F

S
queeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until resistance is felt (there
may be resistance at the first press).
F

O
perate the starter to start the engine
(if the engine does not start at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).
F

I
f the engine does not start after a
few
attempts, operate the priming pump
again then start the engine.
F

R
efit the styling cover and clip it in place.
F

C
lose the bonnet.
Other engines
F Add at least 5 litres of Diesel to the fuel tank.
F

O
pen the bonnet.
F

I
f necessary, unclip the styling cover for
access to the priming pump.
F

S
queeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until resistance is felt (there
may be resistance at the first press).
F

O
perate the starter to start the engine
(if the engine does not start at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).
F

I
f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F

R
efit the styling cover and clip it in place.
F

C
lose the bonnet.
BlueHDi engine
F Add at least 5 litres of Diesel to the fuel tank.
F

S
witch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
F

W
ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
F

R
epeat the operation 10 times.
F

O
perate the starter to run the engine.If the engine does not start first time,
don't keep trying but start the procedure
again from the beginning.

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Identification
markings
A. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
under the bonnet.
T

his number is engraved on the bodywork
near the damper support. The tyre pressures must be checked
when the tyres are cold, at least once
a month.
Low tyre pressures increase fuel
consumption.
B.
V

ehicle Identification Number (VIN) at
the bottom of the windscreen aperture.
T

his number is indicated on a self-adhesive
label which is visible through the windscreen. C. M
anufacturer's label.
T
he VIN is indicated on a self-destroying
label affixed to the middle pillar, on the
passenger's side.
D.
T

yre/paint label.
T

his label is fitted to the middle pillar, on
the driver's side. It bears the following information:
-

t
he tyre inflation pressures with and without
load,
-
t
he tyre sizes,
-
t
he inflation pressure of the spare wheel,
-
t
he paint colour code.
Various visible markings for the identification of
your vehicle.

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Accessories .................................................. 162
Access to rear seats ....................................... 36
Active City Brake

........................................... 1

41
AdBlue
® ............................... ....................2 0 , 174
Adjusting headlamps ...................................... 85
Adjusting head restraints


................................ 50
Adjusting seats


.......................................... 4 9, 51
Adjusting the air distribution


...............60, 62, 63
Adjusting the air flow


........................... 60, 62, 63
Adjusting the date


........................................... 33
Adjusting the seat belt height


.........................93
Adjusting the temperature
.................. 5

9, 61, 63
Adjusting the time


........................................... 33
Advice on driving


.................................. 117, 1 6 0
Airbags


...................................................... 23, 96
Airbags, curtain
......................................... 9

8, 99
Airbags, front .............................................96, 99
Airbags, lateral


.......................................... 98, 99
Air conditioning, digital


................................... 63
Air conditioning, manual


................................. 61
Air intake


................................ 56, 60, 62, 65, 63
Air vents


.......................................................... 56
Alarm


............................................................... 41
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
......................90
Anti-theft


................................................. 4 5 , 118
Armrest, front
.................................................. 52
Assistance call


.............................................. 223
Assistance, emergency braking
..................... 90
A

udio streaming
(Bluetooth)
..............................

...254, 256, 303
Audio system
......................................... 29 5, 315
Auxiliary


................................. 72, 254, 300, 320 Cable, audio


...........................74, 254, 300, 320
Capacity, fuel tank
..............................

..........15 4
CarPlay connection ...............................275, 276
CD


.........................................................254, 301
Central locking


................................................37
Changing a bulb


............................................195
Changing a fuse


............................................202
Changing a wheel


.........................................188
Changing a wiper blade


................................16 4
Changing the remote control battery


..............44
Checking the engine oil level


........................171
Checking the levels


..................................25, 89,
168, 172, 180
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)
..............................

................18 6DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) -
Digital radio


.................................................252
Date (setting)
...............................

....................33
Daytime running lamps


...................83, 195 -197
Deactivating the passenger airbag


.........9 7, 1 0 2
Checks
...............

...................
121, 168, 169, 173
Child lock
...............................
........................
114
Children (safety) ............................... 9 5 , 1 0 0 -114
Child seats .............................. .............
1 0 0 , 113
Child seats, conventional ..............................10 6
Child seats, ISOFIX

......................................11

0
Closing the boot
..............................................43
Closing the doors


............................................37
Connected services
...................................... 26

6
Connection, Bluetooth


.........................282, 304
Connection, MirrorLink
TM .............................. 2 70
Connection, Wi-Fi network ........................... 268
Control, electric windows


................................ 46
Control, emergency boot release


............................... 43
Control, heated seats


...................................... 52
Controls, at steering...................... 228, 297, 319
Control stalk, lighting
................................ 7

7, 8 0
Control stalk, wipers

....................................... 87
Courtesy lamp

................................................. 68
Cruise control
........................................ 13

6, 13 9
Cup holder

...............................
........................ 71
A
C
D
B
Battery .................................................... 2 0 8 - 2 11
Battery, charging ........................................... 210
Battery, remote control
............................. 4

4, 45
Blind, panoramic roof


...................................... 70
BlueHDi


........................................... 20, 174, 214
Bluetooth (telephone)


...........................282, 304
Bonnet


........................................................... 167
Boot


................................................................. 43
Brake discs/pads ........................................... 173
Brake lamps
...............................

...........19 9, 20 0
Brake warning lamp


........................................ 18
Braking assistance system

.............................90
B

raking, automatic emergency
..................... 1

41
Bulbs (changing)
...............................

............195
.
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