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* 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. This engine is shown as an example. The locations of the engine oil dipstick and filler cap may vary.
The 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
ugeo
T
  dealer 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
 ake 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. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a P
e
ugeo
T d
 ealer or a qualified workshop.
A = MA X
To ensure 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
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T 
r
ecommends 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
ugeo
T d
 ealer 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. 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.
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 avoid 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.
Topping-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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Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be replaced at 
routine services.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the 
manufacturer's recommendations.The check and top-up must be done 
with the engine cold.
A low coolant level presents the risk of 
serious damage to your engine.
If the ambient temperature is high, it 
is recommended that the engine be 
allowed to idle for 1 to 2 minutes after 
the vehicle comes to a stop, to facilitate 
its cooling.
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.
Take used oil to a P
e
ugeo
T d
 ealer or 
a qualified workshop (France) or to an 
authorised waste disposal site.
Used products
To p p i n g - u p
This additive must be topped-up by a 
Pe ugeoT d ealer or a qualified workshop 
without delay.
Diesel additive level   
(Diesel engine with   
particle filter)
A low additive level is indicated by 
illumination of this warning lamp, 
accompanied by an audible warning 
and a message in the instrument 
panel screen.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing, 
this fluid must not be topped up with or 
replaced with plain water.
Screenwash and headlamp 
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fitted with 
headlamp washers, the low fluid level 
is indicated by an audible signal and 
a message in the instrument panel 
screen.
Top up the reservoir when you next 
stop the vehicle.
In wintry conditions, the use of an ethyl alcohol 
or methanol base fluid is recommended.
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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 filterParticle filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of the particle 
filter is indicated by the temporary 
illumination of this warning lamp 
accompanied by a message in the 
multifunction screen.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit, 
regenerate the filter by driving at a 
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until 
the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this 
indicates a low additive level.
For more information on Checking 
levels , refer to the corresponding 
section.
on a n
ew vehicle, the first particle 
filter regeneration operations may be 
accompanied by a "burning" smell, 
which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the 
vehicle at very low speed or at idle, 
you may, in exceptional circumstances, 
notice the emission of water vapour at 
the exhaust on acceleration. This does 
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle 
or the environment.un
less otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's 
service schedule and according to your engine.
ot
her wise, have them checked by a P
e
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T d
ealer or a qualified workshop.
For more information and the precautions to 
take before starting work on the 12 V batter y , 
refer to the corresponding section. 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.
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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T d
ealer or a 
qualified workshop. 
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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.Brake wear depends on the style 
of driving, particularly in the case 
of vehicles used in town, over short 
distances.  
Brake pads
For information on checking brake 
disc wear, contact a PeugeoT 
d
ealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
only use products recommended by 
Pe ugeoT o r products of equivalent 
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of 
units as important as those in the 
braking system, P
e
ugeo
T s
 elects 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
ugeo
T d
 ealer or a qualified workshop.
It may be necessary to have the condition of 
the brakes checked, even between vehicle 
services.
un
less there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in 
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake 
pads are worn.
Automatic 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.
Electronic 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.
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Repair procedure
1. Sealing
F  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.
F
 
S
 tart the vehicle and leave the engine 
running.
Take 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
 
S
witch off the ignition.
F
 
T
urn the selector A to the 
"sealant" position.
F
 
C
heck that the switch B is in position "O" .
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If after around 5 to 7 minutes the 
pressure is not attained, this indicates 
that the tyre is not repairable; contact 
a P
e
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T d
 ealer or a qualified 
workshop for assistance.
F
 
S
witch on the compressor by moving 
the switch B to position "I"  until the tyre 
pressure reaches 2.0 bars.
 T
he sealant is injected into the tyre under 
pressure; do not disconnect the pipe from 
the valve during this operation (risk of 
splashing). F 
R
 emove the kit and screw the cap back on 
the white pipe.
 T
 ake care to avoid staining your vehicle 
with traces of fluid. Keep the kit to hand.
2. Inflation
F Turn the selector A to the "Air"  position.
F
  u
n
coil the black pipe H fully.
F
 
C
onnect the black pipe to the valve of the 
wheel.
F
 
D
rive immediately for approximately 
three miles (five 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. 
In the event of a breakdown