2016 PEUGEOT 108 specification

Keysafety warning
Your vehicle will be fitted with some of the equipment described in this
document, depending on its trim level, version and the specification for
the country in which it is sold.
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is handbook has been designed to enable you to make the most
of your vehicle in all situations.
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is handbook describes all of the equipment available in the whole
range.
Welcome
the descriptions and illustrations are given without any obligation.
Automobiles Pe ugeOt reserves the right to modify the technical
specifications, equipment and accessories without having to update this
edition of the handbook.
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is document is an integral part of your vehicle. It should be passed on
to the new user in the event of sale or transfer.
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ank you for choosing a 108.
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At any time, press this button to deactivate the
system.
Manual deactivation /
reactivation
If the system has been deactivated in
StOP mode, the engine restarts immediately.
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e system is reactivated automatically at
every new engine start by the driver. Press this button again.
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e system is active again; this is confirmed by the
indicator lamp going off in the instrument panel. Deactivation is confirmed by the
illumination of this indicator lamp in
the instrument panel.
Before doing anything under the
bonnet, deactivate the Stop & Start
system to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from automatic operation of
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Maintenance
the Stop & Start system requires a 12
V
battery of a special specification and
technology.
All work on this type of battery must be
done only by a P
e

uge
Ot
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
For more information on the 12 V
battery, refer to the corresponding
section.
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the fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recommended
by P
e
uge
Ot
may result in a failure of
your vehicle's electronic system and
excessive electrical consumption.
Contact a P
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Ot
dealer
for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.
Installation of radio
communication
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a P
e

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Ot
dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
el

ectromagnetic Compatibility
Directive


(2004/104/
eC
). Depending on the legislation in force in
the country, certain safety equipment
may be compulsory: high visibility
safety vests, warning triangles,
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps
at the rear of the vehicle.
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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 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.
topping-up the engine oil
oil gradethe oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location
of the oil filler cap on your vehicle.
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u
n
screw the filler cap for access to the
filler orifice.
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P
our in the oil in small quantities, avoiding
spills onto the engine (risk of fire).
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W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
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t
o
p-up again if necessary.
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A
fter checking and topping up, carefully
refit the oil filler cap and the dipstick to its
housing.
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 emissions control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
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Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
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ke used oil to a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
used products
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you
use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.
Screenwash fluid level
top up the level when necessary.
Coolant level
the coolant level must be:
- b etween the " F
uL L" or " F" and
" L
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r "L" marks for V
ti 6

8
and V
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8 S&S engines,
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
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void any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and
top up the level.
Fluid specification
the coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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e cooling fan may star t after switching
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and
clothing that might be caught by the fan
blades. -
b
etween the "
MIN" and " MAX" marks for
the Pure
te
ch 82 engine.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
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Checks
12 V battery
the battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check regularly that the terminals
are correctly tightened (versions without quick
release terminals) and that the connections
are clean.Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for these
components.
Air filter and passenger compartment 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.
oil filter
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.
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle
(e.g. city driving), replace them twice as often
if necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
When carrying out any operation on the 12 V
battery, refer to the corresponding section for
details of the precautions to be taken before
starting work.
Manual gearbox
the gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for the checking interval for
this component.
Clutch
the clutch is operated mechanically and
requires regular adjustment.
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for information on when the adjustment should
be checked.
In the event of an operating fault
(difficulty moving off, for example),
contact a P
e

uge
Ot
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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 P
e

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Ot

dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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etg gearbox
the etg gearbox does not require
any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for information on when this
unit should be checked.
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
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a Pe ugeOt
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wearOnly use products recommended by
Pe ugeOt or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, P
e

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Ot
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.
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
P
e

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Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
have the condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
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less there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
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void damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
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Changing a bulb
Front lamps
1. Sidelamps (LeDs*).
2. D irection indicators (PY21W amber).
3.
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ipped beam / Main beam headlamps
(HiR2-55W).
4.
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ront foglamps.
5.
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aytime running lamps (L e
D
s*).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.
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e 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,
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u
se a sponge and soapy water or a
pH neutral product,
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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.
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.
* L
eD

: light-emitting diode.
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In the event of a breakdown