2016 Peugeot Expert VU oil dipstick

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Engine oil level
indicator
on versions fitted with an electric oil gauge,
information on the oil level is displayed in the
instrument panel for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on, at the same time as the
service information.
th
e level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.
Oil level correct Oil level incorrect
Oil level indicator faultDipstick
there are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
-

A
= max; never exceed this
level,
-

B
= min; top-up the level via
the oil filler, using the grade
of oil suited to your engine.
to l

ocate the dipstick and the oil filler
cap for the Diesel engine , refer to the
corresponding section.
th

is is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped-up to
avoid damage to the engine.
th

is is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel.
th

is is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel. Contact a PE
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g
Eo

t
dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Instruments

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* According to engine.
Diesel engine
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
E

ngine oil filler cap.
4.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
5.
P

riming pump*.
6.
B

rake fluid filler cap.
7.


Battery.
8.
R

emote earth point ("-" terminal).
9.


Fusebox.
10.
P

ower steering fluid reservoir.
11.
A

i r f i l t e r.
th

is engine is shown as an example. t
h
e locations of the engine oil dipstick and filler cap may vary.
th

e Diesel fuel system operates under
high pressure:
-

N
ever carry out any work on this
system yourself.
-

H
Di engines make use of advanced
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
specially trained staff, which only a
PE
ugEo

t
d
ealer can provide.
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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.Checking using the dipstick
the location of the dipstick is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
F t
a
ke the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
F

W
ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
F

R
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 .
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule.
t
o
p them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PE
u
g
Eo
t dealer or a qualified workshop.
A = MA X
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). PE
u

g
Eo

t

recommends that you check the level, and top-
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). B = MIN
If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine .
-

I
f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
PE
u

g
Eo
t dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

I
f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top-up the engine oil.
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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.
Topping-up the engine oil level
the location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
F u
n
screw the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F

A
dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
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.
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.
Coolant level
the coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never
exceed it.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
to a

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. The 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. When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
Check the coolant level regularly, according
to the use made of your vehicle (every
3 000

miles or 5 000 kms / 3 months); if
necessary, top-up using coolant recommended
by the manufacturer.
to

pping-up the coolant between services is
normal.
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.
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E
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) - Digital radio ................... 396, 397, 452, 453, 490, 491
Date (setting)
...............................

....46, 420, 476
Daytime running lamps


.........146, 149, 3 0 4 - 3 0 6
Deactivating the passenger airbag


.......171, 17 7
Deactivation of DSC (ESC)
...........................163
Deadlocking


........................................ 51, 58, 65
Defrosting


.............................................. 132, 14 4
Demisting
...............................

.......................132
Demisting, rear
...................................... 13

3, 13 4
Demisting, rear screen


.........................13 3, 13 4
Diagnostic system, engine
..............................21
Dial


............................................................ 15, 16
Dials and gauges


............................................ 14
Dimensions


........................................... 328-330
Dipstick
................

.................................... 34, 278
Direction indicators


....148, 304, 307, 308, 310, 313, 315
Display, head-up


........................................... 222
Display screen, instrument panel


......14 -16, 2 0 8
Door pockets
................................................. 12

0
Doors


............................................................... 74
Doors, rear
...................................................... 91
Doors, side-hinged


........64, 65, 91-93, 310, 311 EBA


...............................................................161
EBFD


.............................................................161
Eco-driving (advice)


........................................12
Economy mode


.............................................270
Electric windows


.............................................98
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)


........................................................161
Emergency call
..................................... 16

0, 338
Emergency warning lamps
................... 1

60, 287
Emissions control system, SCR
.....................27
Energy economy mode


.................................270
Engine compartment


....................................277
Engine, Diesel


............21, 267, 277, 327, 333, 335, 336
Environment
...............................

.12, 54, 70, 139
ESC/ASR
...............................

........................161
ESC (electronic stability control)
....................25
ESC system
.....................................................25
Changing a fuse


............................
316, 317, 320
Changing a wheel


.........................................
296
Changing a wiper blade


........................
15 9 , 2 74
Changing the remote control battery


........
54, 70
Checking the engine oil level


..........................
34
Checking the levels


...............................
278-280
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)
..............................

................
290
Checks
...............

...........................
277, 281, 282
Checks, routine


.....................................
281, 282
Child lock
...............................

................
19 4, 195
Child lock, electric
...............................

..........
19 4
Child lock on rear windows

...........................
195
Children
...............................

..
182, 187, 188, 190
Children (safety) ...............................
.............
19 4
Child seats
..............................
..... 16 9, 174 -176 ,
180 -182, 18 4, 193
Child seats, conventional


.............. 180 -182, 18 4
Child seats, IS
oF

IX

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

87, 188, 190
Closing the boot

.............................................. 94
Closing the doors
... 5

9, 64, 74, 75, 77, 82, 91, 93
Collision risk alert
................... 2

3, 243-245, 247
Compressor, tyre inflation


............................ 290
Connection, Bluetooth


.... 380, 406 - 408, 436, 462- 464, 498
Connection, MirrorLink


........ 382, 384, 438, 440
Connection, Wi-Fi network


................... 3 81, 4 37
Connectivity


.......................................... 378, 434
Control, emergency boot release


................... 94
Control, emergency door


..........................53, 68
Control, heated seats


............................ 103, 105
Control stalk, lighting
.............................. 3

0, 146
Control stalk, wipers

............................. 15 6, 157
Courtesy lamp

............................................... 312
Courtesy lamp, front

.............. 141, 142, 312, 315
Courtesy lamp, rear

............... 141, 142, 312, 315
Courtesy lamps

...................... 141, 142, 312, 315
Cover, load space

......................................... 12

3
Crew cab, fixed

............................................. 117Cruise control
................
2
24, 227, 232, 233, 237
Cruise control, adaptive
........................ 2
2 7, 2 3 6
Cruise control by speed limit recognition
.....
2
27
Driver's door open warning

.............................
75
Driver’s fatigue warning
........................ 25
0, 251
Driving abroad ............................................... 148
Driving economically ....................................... 12
Driving time warning

.............................
250, 251
DSC
............................................................... 16
1
Dynamic stability control (DSC)

....................................
25, 161, 163, 16 4
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