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Checking levels
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).
Engine oil level
the check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles so equipped, or
using the dipstick.
to e
nsure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
sur face with the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). P
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recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. t
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p them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a P
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
Checking using the dipstick
the location of the dipstick is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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t
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ke the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
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ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
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efit the dipstick and push fully down, then
pull it out again to make the visual check:
the correct level is between the marks A
and B .
A = MA X
B = MIN If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
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f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
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dealer or a qualified workshop.
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f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top up the engine oil.
Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
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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.
th
e 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 level
the location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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screw the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F

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dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
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ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter 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 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.
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Never store bottles of AdBlue® in your
vehicle.
Recommendations on storage
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and
deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended
that bottles be stored in a cool area and
protected from direct sunlight.
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er these conditions, the additive can be
kept for at least a year.
If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it
has completely thawed out.
Procedure
Before topping-up, ensure that the vehicle is
parked on a flat and level sur face.
In wintry conditions, ensure that the
temperature of the vehicle is above -11°C.
Otherwise the AdBlue
® may be frozen and
so cannot be poured into its tank. Park your
vehicle in a warmer area for a few hours to
allow the top-up to be carried out.
F

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witch off the ignition and remove the
key, or if your vehicle has one, press the
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P button to switch off the
engine. F

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or access to the AdBlue
® tank, raise the
boot carpet then, depending on equipment,
lift out the spare wheel and/or the storage
box.
F

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ithout pressing, turn the black cap a
quarter turn anti-clockwise and lift it off.
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rn the blue cap a 6
th of a turn anti-
clockwise.
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ift off the cap.
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F Obtain a bottle of AdBlue®. After first
checking the use-by date, read carefully
the instructions on use on the label before
pouring the contents of the bottle into your
vehicle's AdBlue
® tank.
Important : if your vehicle's
AdBlue
® tank is completely empty -
w
hich is confirmed by the alert
messages and the impossibility of
starting the engine, you must add at
least 3.8 litres (so two 1.89 litre bottles). F

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fter emptying the bottle, wipe away any
spillage around the tank filler using a damp
cloth.
If any additive is split or splashed, wash
immediately with cold water or wipe with
a damp cloth.
If the additive has crystallised, clean it
off using a sponge and hot water.
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efit the blue cap to the tank and turn it a
6
th of a turn clockwise, to its stop.
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efit the black cap and turn it a quarter of
a turn clockwise without pressing.
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sure
that the indicator on the cap lines up with
the indicator on the support.
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epending on equipment, return the spare
wheel and/or the storage box to the bottom
of the boot.
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efit the boot carpet and close the tailgate. Important: when topping-up after
running out of additive
, signalled
by the message "
to
p up emissions
additive: Starting prevented", you
must wait for about 5 minutes before
switching the ignition on again, without
opening the driver's door, unlocking
the vehicle, introducing the remote
control key into the ignition switch,
or placing the electronic key of the
"Keyless Entr y and Star ting" system
inside the vehicle.
Switch on the ignition, then wait for
10 seconds before starting the engine.
Never dispose of AdBlue
® additive
bottles in the household waste. Place
them in a special container provided
this purpose or take them to your dealer.
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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.F

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ill the fuel tank with at least five litres of
diesel.
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pen the bonnet.
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f necessary, unclip the styling cover for
access to the priming pump.
F

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queeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until resistance is felt (there
may be resistance at the first press).
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perate the starter until the engine starts
(if the engine does not start at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).
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f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F

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lip the styling cover back in place.
F

C
lose the bonnet.
1.6 litre HDi engine
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel.
F

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pen the bonnet.
F

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

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queeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until fuel appears in the
transparent pipe.
F

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perate the starter until the engine starts
(if the engine does not start at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).
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f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F

P
ut the styling cover back in position and
clip it in place.
F

C
lose the bonnet.
2 litre HDi engines
If the engine does not start first time,
don't keep trying but start the procedure
again from the beginning.
BlueHDi engines
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel.
F

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witch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
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ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
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epeat the operation 10 times.
F

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perate the starter to run the engine.
In the event of a breakdown

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Repair procedure
1. SealingF uncoil the white pipe G fully.
F un screw the cap from the white pipe.
F

C
onnect the white pipe to the valve of the
tyre to be repaired. F
C onnect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.
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tart the vehicle and leave the engine
running.
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ke care, this product is harmful if
swallowed and causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.
Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.
Do not start the compressor before
connecting the white pipe to the tyre
valve: the sealant product would be
expelled through the pipe.
F

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witch off the ignition.
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rn the selector A to the
"sealant"


position.
F

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heck that the switch B is in
position "O" .
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In the event of a breakdown

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F Place the foot of the jack 2 on the ground and ensure that it is directly below the
front
A or rear B jacking point provided on
the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.
Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and not slippery.
Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode.
Switch off the ignition.
With a manual gearbox, engage first
gear to block the wheels.
With an automatic gearbox, place the
lever in position P to block the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamp
and the P warning lamp in the parking
brake control lever come on. F

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emove the wheel bolt cover from each
of the bolts using the tool 3 (according to
equipment).
F

F
it the security socket 4 on the
wheelbrace


1 to slacken the security bolt
(if


fitted).
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lacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
th

e occupants must get out of the vehicle and wait where they are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle stand.
If your vehicle does not have a jack, contact a P
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dealer or a qualified workshop for
the part numbers of the tools needed to change a wheel: jack and wheelbrace.
Do not use:
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t
he jack for any other purpose than
lifting the vehicle,
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a j
ack other than the one supplied
by the manufacturer.
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Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.
F

C

onnect the other end of the green or black
cable to the earth point C on the broken
down vehicle.
F

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tart the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a
few

minutes.
F

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perate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine run.
I

f the engine does not start straight
away, switch off the ignition and wait a
few moments before trying again.
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a slave battery
(external or on another vehicle) and jump lead
cables or a battery booster.
Starting using another
battery
Never try to start the engine by
connecting a battery charger.
Never use a 24 V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
First check that the slave battery has a
nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity
at least equal to that of the discharged
battery.
th

e two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off the electrical consumers on
both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, ...).
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sure that the jump lead cables do
not pass close to moving parts of the
engine (cooling fan, belts, ...).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when
the engine is running. F

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aise the plastic cover on the (+) terminal,
if your vehicle has one.
F

C
onnect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A (at
the metal elbow) then to the positive
terminal
(+) of the slave battery B or the
b o o s t e r.
F

C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
slave battery B or the booster (or earth
point on the other vehicle). F

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ait until the engine returns to idle then
disconnect the jump lead cables in the
reverse order.
F

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efit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal,
if
your vehicle has one.
F

A
llow the engine to run for at least
30
minutes, by driving or with the vehicle
stationary, so that the battery reaches an
adequate state of charge.
In the event of a breakdown