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Limit the causes of excess 
consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the 
heaviest items in the bottom of the boot, as 
close as possible to the rear seats.
Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce 
wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle 
carrier, trailer...). u
s
 e a roof box in preference.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit 
your summer tyres.
Observe the recommendations 
on maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, 
referring to the label in the door aperture, 
driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
-
 
b
 efore a long journey,
-
 
a
 t each change of season,
-
 
a
 fter a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on 
any trailer or caravan.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine 
oil, oil filter, air filter, passenger compartment 
filter...) and observe the schedule of operations 
recommended in the manufacturer's service 
schedule.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR 
system is faulty your vehicle becomes polluting; 
go to a P
e
ugeo
T d
 ealer or a qualified 
workshop without delay to have the emissions 
of nitrogen oxides brought back to the legal 
level. When refuelling, do not continue after the third 
cut-off of the nozzle to avoid any over flow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after 
the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you 
will see the fuel consumption settle down to a 
consistent average.  
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With the engine running, when the needle is:
- i n zone A , the temperature of the engine 
coolant is correct,
-
 
i
 n zone B, the temperature of the engine 
coolant is too high; the maximum 
temperature and the central STOP  warning 
lamps come on, accompanied by an 
audible signal and a warning message in 
the touch screen.
You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the 
engine.
Contact a P
e
ugeo
T d
 ealer or a qualified 
workshop. After driving for a few minutes, the temperature 
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top-up the level:
F
 
w
 ait at least one hour for the engine to 
cool,
F  
u
 nscrew the cap two turns to allow the 
pressure to drop,
F  w hen the pressure has dropped, remove 
the cap,
F
 
t
 op-up the level to the "MA X" mark.
Be aware of the risk of burns when 
topping-up the cooling system. Do not 
fill above the maximum level (indicated 
on the header tank).
Engine coolant temperature Service indicator
System which informs the driver when the 
next service is due, in accordance with the 
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
The point at which the next service is due is 
calculated from the last indicator zero reset, 
depending on the distance travelled and the 
time elapsed since the last service.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the degree of 
deterioration of the engine oil is also taken into 
account (depending on the country of sale).Checking the level
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The distance remaining may be 
weighted by the time factor, depending 
on the driving conditions.
Therefore, the spanner may also come 
on if you have exceeded the period 
since the last service, indicated in the 
manufacturer's service schedule.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the 
spanner may also be brought on earlier 
than expected, depending on the 
degree of deterioration of the engine oil 
(depending on the country of sale).
The rate of deterioration of the engine 
oil depends on the driving conditions in 
which the vehicle is used.Resetting the service indicatorIf you have to disconnect the battery 
following this operation, lock the vehicle 
and wait at least five minutes for the 
reset to be registered.
You can access the service information at any 
time.
After each service, the service indicator must 
be reset to zero.
If you have carried out the service on your 
vehicle yourself, switch off the ignition:
Retrieving the service 
information
F Press and hold this button,
F
 
S
witch on the ignition; the distance 
recorder display begins a countdown,
F
 
W
hen the display indicates "=0" , release 
the button; the spanner disappears. F
 
P
 ress this button.
The service information is displayed for a 
few
 
 seconds, then disappears.
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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
ugeo
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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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
ugeo
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
ugeo
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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AdBlue® and SCR system
for BlueHDi Diesel engines
To assure respect for the environment and 
conformity with the new 
eu ro 6 emissions 
standard, without adversely affecting the 
per formance or fuel consumption of Diesel 
engines, P
e
ugeo
T h
 as taken the decision to 
equip its vehicles with an effective system that 
associates SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) 
with a particle filter (FAP) for the treatment of 
exhaust gases.
Presentation of the SCR system
using a fluid called AdBlue® containing urea, a 
catalytic converter turns up to 85% of nitrogen 
oxides (N
ox
) into nitrogen and water, which are 
harmless to health and the environment. The AdBlue
® is held in a special tank with 
a capacity of about 22 litres: this provides 
a driving range of about 12 500 miles 
(20
 
000
 
km), after which an alert is triggered 
warning you when the reserve remaining is 
enough for just 1 500 miles (2 400 km).
During each scheduled service of your vehicle 
by a P
e
ugeo
T d
 ealer or a qualified workshop, 
the AdBlue
® tank is refilled in order to allow 
normal operation of the SCR system.
on
 ce the AdBlue
® tank is empty, a 
s
ystem required by regulations prevents 
starting of the engine.
If the SCR
 
is faulty, the level of 
emissions from your vehicle will no 
longer meet the 
e
u
 ro 6 standard: your 
vehicle becomes polluting.
In the event of a confirmed fault 
with the SCR system, you must go 
to a P
e
ugeo
T d
ealer or a qualified 
workshop as soon as possible: after a 
running distance of 650 miles  
(1 100 km), a system will be triggered 
automatically to prevent engine starting.
When filling the tank, the filling rate 
must not exceed 40 litres per minute.
If the estimated mileage between two services 
is greater than 12 500 miles (20 000 km), we 
recommend that you go to a P
e
ugeo
T d
ealer 
or a qualified workshop to have the necessary 
top-up carried out. 
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