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Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of
the replacement interval for this
component.
Air filter
Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of
the replacement intervals for this
component.
Only use products recommended by
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, PEUGEOT selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
Brake pads
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.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's
service schedule and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle
(e.g. city driving), replace it twice as often if
necessary.
A dirty air filter may restrict engine
performance.
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F Switch off the ignition.
F S ecure the speed limit sticker inside
the


vehicle.
Repair
F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.
Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre. F
R emove the valve cap from the tyre to be
repaired, and place it in a clean area.
F

C
onnect the hose from the sealant
cartridge to the valve of the tyre to be
repaired and tighten firmly.
F

C
onnect the pipe from the compressor to
the sealant cartridge.
F

T
urn the the sealant cartridge and secure it
in the cut-out provided on the compressor.

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Take care, the sealant product is
harmful if swallowed and causes
irritation to the eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.
The use-by date is marked on the
cartridge.
After use, do not discard the
cartridge by the roadside, take it to a
PEUGEOT dealer or an authorised
waste disposal site.
Don't forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop. If after around 5 to 7 minutes the
pressure is not attained, this indicates
that the tyre is not repairable; contact
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
F
C
heck that the compressor switch is at the
" O " position.
F

U

ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

C

onnect the compressor's plug to the
vehicle's 12 V socket.
F

S

witch on the ignition. F
S
tart the compressor by placing the switch
at the " I" position and leave it running until
the tyre pressure reaches 2.0 bar.
The sealant product is injected into the tyre
under pressure; do not disconnect the pipe
from the valve during this operation (risk of
splashing and stains).
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Checking and inflating
F Place the switch in the " O" position.
F R emove the kit. To check and if necessary adjust the tyre
pressures:
F

R
emove the valve cap from the tyre and
place it in a clean area.
F

U
ncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
F

S
crew the pipe onto the valve and tighten
f i r m l y. F
C heck that the compressor switch is at
the "O " position.
F

U
ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

C
onnect the compressor's plug to the
vehicle's 12 V socket.
F

S
witch on the ignition.
F

D
rive immediately for approximately
3
miles (5 kilometres), at reduced
speed (between 15 and 35 mph (20 and
60
km/h)), to plug the puncture.
F

S
top to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.

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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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Spare wheel
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to them:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the carrier box containing the tools.
Access to the tools
List of tools*
4. Socket for the security bolts. F or adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
5.
T

owing eye.
S

ee "Towing the vehicle".
Procedure for changing a wheel for the spare
wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and can vary according to the level
of equipment. Do not use them for other
purposes.
1.


Wheelbrace.
F

or removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel bolts.
2.
J

ack with integral handle.
F

or raising the vehicle.
3.
"

Bolt cover" tool.
F

or removing the bolt protectors (covers)
on alloy wheels. * Depending on country of sale.

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Wheel with trim
When refitting the wheel, refit the trim
starting by placing its notch facing the
valve and press around its edge with
the palm of your hand.
The spare wheel is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
According to country, the spare wheel may be
steel, alloy or of the "space-saver" type.
To gain access to it, refer to the paragraph
"Access to the tools" on the previous page.
Access to the spare wheel
Taking out the wheel
F Unscrew the yellow central bolt.
F R aise the spare wheel towards you from
the rear.
F

T
ake the wheel out of the boot.
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Changing a bulb
Front lamps
A. Model with light guide
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal sur face of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps
is normal; it disappears after the lamps
have been on for a few minutes.
The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
F

d

o not clean them using a dr y
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,
F

u

se a sponge and soapy water or a
pH neutral product,
F

w

hen using a high pressure washer
on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.
B. Model without light guide
1. Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).
2. D ipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).
3.
D

aytime running lamps / sidelamps
(light emitting diodes - LEDs).
4.
D

irection indicators (PWY-24W).
5.
F

ront foglamps (directional according
to version) (H11-55W). 1. M
ain beam headlamps (H7-55W).
2. D ipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).
3.
D

aytime running lamps / sidelamps
(W5-5W).
4.
D

irection indicators (PWY-24W).
5.
F

ront foglamps (directional according
to version) (H11-55W).
Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F

D

o not touch the bulb directly with
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.
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