2016 Peugeot Traveller 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
this is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel.
Oil level incorrect
this 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.
Oil level indicator fault
this is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel. Contact a Pe ugeot dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Dipstick
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.
Instruments

272
* According to engine.
Diesel engine
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.


e
n
gine oil filler cap.
4.


e
n
gine 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
P
e

ugeot
d
ealer can provide.
Practical information

273
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 P
e
ugeot 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). P
e

ugeot

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
P
e

ugeot 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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Practical information

274
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.
Practical information

497
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) .............................. ................290
Checks
...............

...........................272, 276, 277
Child lock, electric, manual


...........................19 0
Child lock on rear windows
...........................191
Children
...............................

...167, 170, 173 -191
Children (safety)
...............................

.............19 0
Child seats
..............................

......................180
Child seats, conventional


.......................179 -18 2
Child seats, IS
oF

IX
..............................18

4 -18 6
Closing the boot
.................................. 76, 79, 81
Closing the doors


...................................... 65 -78
Coat hook
...................................................... 115
Collision risk alert
.................... 2

1, 23 9 -241, 24 3
Compressor, tyre inflation


............................285
Connection, Bluetooth


.................370, 396 -398,
426, 452- 454, 488
Connection, MirrorLink


.........372, 374, 428, 430
Connection, Wi-Fi network


...................371, 427
Connectivity


..........................................368, 424
Control, emergency boot release


...................81
Control, back-up door
...............................50, 60
Control, heated seats


................................91, 9 4
Control stalk, lighting
.................................... 14

4
Control stalk, wipers
..................................... 15 4
Courtesy lamp, front
.....................140, 307, 310
Courtesy lamp, rear
......................140, 307, 310
Courtesy lamps
............................. 140, 307, 310
Cover, load space

................................. 11

5 , 118
Cruise control
................................................ 2

28
Cruise control, dynamic
................................232
Cruise control by speed limit recognition


.......................................... 223
Cup holder

...............................
......................115
DE
F
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) -
Digital radio ................................ 386, 442, 480
Date (setting)
...............................

....44, 410, 466
Daytime running lamps


.........14 4, 147, 29 9 - 3 01
Deactivating the passenger airbag
.................................................. 17

0, 176
Deactivation of DSC (
e

SC) ...........................161
Deadlocking


....................................... 48, 53, 58
Demisting, defrosting, front


..........................131
Demisting, defrosting, rear
........................... 13

2
Diagnostic system, engine
..............................19
Dials


.......................................................... 13, 14
Diesel


............................................................ 263
Dimensions


................................................... 323
Dipstick
................

.................................... 32, 273
Direction indicators


..............................146, 299,
302, 303, 305, 308
Display, head-up


........................................... 218
Display screen, instrument panel


............................................... 13, 14, 204
Door pockets
................................................. 11

2
Doors


............................................................... 65
Doors, rear
...................................................... 79
Doors, side-hinged


..........57, 58, 61, 79, 80, 305, 306
Driver’s attention warning


.............................247
Driver's door open warning


.......................18, 72
Driving abroad ............................................... 146
Driving economically ....................................... 11
Driving time warning


.............................247, 248
Dynamic stability control (DSC)


............................................ 23, 159, 161e
BA ...............................................................159ec
o-driving (advice) ........................................11
ele

ctronic brake force
distribution (
e
B
FD)

.....................................159
em

ergency call
.....................................15

8, 328
em

ergency warning lamps
...................15

8, 282
em

issions control system, SCR .............25, 278
en

ergy economy mode

.................................266
en

gine compartment

....................................272
en

gine, Diesel
........1

9, 263, 272, 322, 325, 326
en

vironment
...............................
.11, 51, 62, 132,
133, 134, 138, 209, 258, 275, 280, 316
e

SC (electronic stability
control)


..................................................23, 159
Fatigue detection


..................................247, 248
Filling the fuel tank

................................26

1, 263
Filter, air
...............

.........................................276
Filter, oil


.........................................................276
Filter, particle


........................................275, 276
Filter, passenger compartment


.....................276
Finisher, wheel trim


.......................................297
Fitting a wheel

...............................
................296
Fitting roof bars


.............................................268
Fittings, interior


.....................................11 0 , 115
Fitting the mats


.............................................11 0
Flap, fuel filler

...............................
.................261
Flashing indicators


........................................146
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