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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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When switching on the ignition, this warning
l amp comes on, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a message (e.g.: "Top
up emissions additive: Starting prevented in
900 miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
200 miles (300 km) until the additive tank has
been topped-up.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the AdBlue
® tank topped-up.
You can also top-up the tank yourself.
For more information on topping-up the
AdBlue
® additive, refer to the corresponding
section. When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a message (e.g. "Top
up emissions additive: Starting prevented in
350 miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
30 seconds until the additive tank has been
topped-up.
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the AdBlue
® tank topped-up.
You can also top-up the tank yourself.
Other wise you will not be able to restart your
engine.
For more information on topping-up the AdBlue
® additive, refer to the corresponding section. When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of the message "Top up
emissions additive: Starting prevented".
The AdBlue
® tank is empty: the system required
by regulations prevents engine starting.
Remaining range between 350 and 1500 miles (600 and 2 400 km)Remaining range between 0 and 350 miles (0 and 600 km)Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue® additive
To be able to start the engine,
we recommend that you call on a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for the top-up required.
If you carry out the top-up yourself, it
is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of
AdBlue
® to the tank.

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After using the kit, refer to the
corresponding sections to check the
tyre pressures and reinitialise the
under-inflation detection system.
F
S
tart the compressor by placing the switch
at the " I" position and adjust the pressure
to the value shown on the vehicle's tyre
pressure label.
T

o deflate: press the black button on the
compressor pipe, at the valve connector.
F

O

nce the correct pressure is reached, put
the switch to the " O" position.
F

R

emove the kit then stow it.
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Changing reversing lamp and
direction indicator bulbs
These two bulbs are changed from inside the
boot:
F
O
pen the boot.
F

R
emove the access grille from the
corresponding side trim panel.
F

S
lacken and remove the nut.
F

D
isconnect the lamp unit connector.
F

U
nclip the lamp unit carefully extract it
pulling in line towards the outside. F

P
ress the four tabs and remove the bulb
h o l d e r.
F

T
urn the bulb a quarter of a turn and
change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
Tighten sufficiently to ensure sealing, but
without damaging the lamp.
Light- emitting diodes - LEDs
For replacement, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or qualified workshop.

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Changing the third brake lamp
bulbs
F Unscrew the fixing pins on each side of the lamp, without removing them completely.
F

P
ush on the screws to unclip the lamp.
F

D
isconnect the lamp connector.
F

R
emove the lamp from the outside.
F

T
urn the bulb holder which corresponds
to the faulty bulb one quarter of a turn and
remove it.
F

P
ull the bulb and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r.
Number plate lamps
To facilitate the removal of the lamp, carry out
this operation with the tailgate half open.
F

I
nsert a thin screwdriver into the lens
cutout.
F

P
ush it outwards.
F

R
emove the lens.
F

C
hange the faulty bulb.
To refit, press on the lens to clip it in place. Access is by passing a hand under the bumper.
F
T urn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and
pull it out.
F

D
isconnect the connector on the bulb
h o l d e r.
F

P
ull the bulb out and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r.
You can also contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop for the replacement of these
bulbs.
Changing a foglamp bulb
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To replace a fuse, you must:
F u se the special tweezer to extract the fuse
from its housing and check the condition of
its filament.
F

a
lways replace the failed fuse with a fuse
of the same rating (same colour); using
a different rating could cause faults (risk
of


f i r e).
If the fuse fails again soon after replacement,
have the vehicle's electrical system checked by
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop. Before changing a fuse:
F
t
he vehicle must be immobilised with the
ignition off,
F
a
ll electrical consumers must be switched
of f,
F
i
dentify the failed fuse using the tables and
layout drawings in the following pages.
GoodFailed
PEUGEOT will not accept responsibility
for the cost incurred in repairing your
vehicle or for rectifying malfunctions
resulting from the installation of
accessories not supplied and not
recommended by PEUGEOT and
not installed in accordance with its
instructions, in particular when the
combined consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected
exceeds 10 milliamperes.
Installing electrical
accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
The replacement of a fuse not shown in
the tables below may cause a serious
malfunction of your vehicle. Contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop. Tw e e z e r
Professional repairers: for full information
on the fuses and relays, consult the
wiring information and diagrams available
at a PEUGEOT dealer.
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Fuse N°Rating Functions
F16 15 AFront foglamps.
F18 10 ARight hand main beam headlamp.
F19 10 ALeft hand main beam headlamp.
F25 30 AHeadlamp wash relay (accessory).
F29 40 AFront wiper motor.
Engine compartment
Access to the fuses
F Unclip the cover.
F
C hange the fuse (see corresponding
paragraph).
F

W
hen you have finished, close the cover
carefully to ensure correct sealing of the
fusebox.
The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery (left-hand side).
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Disconnecting the battery
It is recommended that the battery be
disconnected if the vehicle is not to be used
for a very long period, so as to maintain an
adequate state of charge for starting the
engine.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F
c
lose all openings (doors, boot, windows,
roof),
F

s
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lighting...),
F

s
witch off the ignition and then wait
four


minutes.
At the battery, simply detach the (+) terminal.
The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the ambient
temperature and the state of charge of
the battery (up to about 8 hours).
Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the battery, switch on
the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting to
permit initialisation of the electronic systems.
However, if problems remain following this
operation, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must yourself reinitialise (depending on
version):
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t
he remote control key,
-


...
Quick-release terminal
Disconnecting the (+) cable
F Raise the lever D fully to release the cable terminal clamp E .
Reconnecting the (+) cable
F Position the open clamp E of the cable on
the positive post (+) of the battery.
F

P
ress vertically on the clamp E to position
it correctly on the battery.
F

L
ock the clamp by spreading the
positioning lug and then lowering
the lever D .
Do not apply excessive force on the
tab as locking will not be possible if the
clamp is not positioned correctly; start
the procedure again.
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