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Towing a trailer
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Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous 
use (towing the maximum load up a 
steep slope in high temperatures), the 
engine automatically limits its power. 
In this case,   the air conditioning is 
automatically cut off to save engine 
power.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the towing 
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the 
recommended pressures. Chapter 7, "Levels" section.If the coolant temperature 
warning lamp comes on, stop 
the vehicle and switch off the 
engine as soon as possible. Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance. 
Drive at a moderate speed, change 
down early and brake gradually.
Towbar
We recommend the use of genuine 
PEUGEOT towbars and their wiring 
harnesses, which have been tested 
and approved from the design stage of 
your vehicle, and that you entrust the 
fitting of this equipment to a PEUGEOT 
dealer.
If this equipment is not fitted by a 
PEUGEOT dealer, it is imperative that 
it is fitted using the electrical pre-
equipment installed at the rear of the 
vehicle and in accordance with the 
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general 
instructions a reminder of which has 
been given above, we draw your 
attention to the risk associated with 
fitting a towbar or electrical accessory 
not recommended by PEUGEOT. 
Fitting such equipment could result in 
the failure of your vehicle's electronic 
system. Please obtain information from 
the Manufacturer before fitting this type 
of equipment.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased. 
Drive smoothly and at a moderate 
speed.
ABS/DSC
The ABS or DSC systems only control 
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Parking sensors
The rear parking sensors system does 
not function while the vehicle is towing.
Chapter 9, "Identification 
markings" section. 
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PEUGEOT & TOTAL,
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trials, PEUGEOT Sport chose TOTAL QUARTZ for the 
PEUGEOT 2008 DKR, a lubricant of high technology 
which protects the engine in the most severe conditions.
TOTAL QUARTZ protects your engine against the 
effects of time.
TOTAL QUARTZ Ineo First is a high performance 
lubricant, the result of work done together by PEUGEOT 
and TOTAL R&D. Specially formulated for the engines 
in PEUGEOT vehicles, its innovative technology 
significantly reduces CO
2 emissions and keeps your 
engine clean.
RECOMMENDS 
Maintenance with TOTAL  

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PETROL ENGINE
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir .
2.  
Fusebox.
3.
 
Engine coolant header tank. Battery connections:
+
 
Positive terminal.
-
 
Negative point (earth).
T
ake care when working under the bonnet.
4.  Brake and clutch fluid reservoir .
5.  
Air filter
 .
6.
 
Engine oil dipstick.7.
 Engine oil filler cap.
8.  
Power steering fluid reservoir
 . 
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DIESEL ENGINE
4. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir .
5.  
Air filter
 .
6.
 
Engine oil dipstick.
7.
 
Engine oil filler cap. 8.
 Power steering fluid reservoir .
9.  
Priming pump
 (except BlueHDi engines).
1.
 Screenwash fluid reservoir
.
2.
 
Fusebox.
3.
 
Engine coolant header tank.
Battery connections:
+
 
Positive terminal.
-
 
Negative point (earth).
T
ake care when working under the bonnet. 
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LEVELS
Oil change
This must be carried out at 
the intervals specified in the 
manufacturer's servicing schedule. Ask 
for advice from a PEUGEOT dealer.
Remove the dipstick before filling.
Check the level after filling (never 
exceed the max mark).
Refit the oil filler cap before closing the 
bonnet.
Changing the brake fluid
The brake fluid must be changed at 
the intervals stated, according to the 
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Use fluids recommended by the 
manufacturer, which meet the DOT4 
standard.
The level must be between the MIN 
and MAX marks on the reservoir.
If fluid has to be added frequently, 
this indicates a fault which must be 
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or 
a qualified workshop as soon as 
possible.
Warning lamps
If you have to remove / refit the 
engine style cover, handle it with 
care to avoid damaging the fixing clips.
Oil level
It is recommended that the oil level be 
checked every 3 000 miles (5 000 km) 
and topped up if necessary between oil 
changes.
Check the level with the vehicle level, 
engine cold, using the dipstick.
Dipstick
Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must 
meet the requirements specified in the 
manufacturer's service schedule.
These regular maintenance 
operations will keep your vehicle 
in good working order. Ask for 
advice from a PEUGEOT dealer or 
refer to the warranty and maintenance 
record in the handbook pack.
Checks using the warning lamps in 
the instrument panel is described 
in chapter 3, "Instruments and 
controls" section.
There are two marks on 
the dipstick:
A = maximum
If you fill past this mark, 
contact a PEUGEOT 
dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
B = minimum
Never allow the level to 
fall below this mark.
To maintain the reliability 
of engines and emission 
control systems, the use 
of additives in engine oil 
is prohibited. 
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Cooling system
Only use the fluid recommended by the 
manufacturer.
Otherwise, you risk seriously damaging 
your engine.
When the engine is warm, the 
temperature of the coolant is controlled 
by the engine fan. As this fan can 
operate with the ignition key removed 
and because the cooling system is 
pressurised, wait for at least one hour 
after the engine has stopped before 
carrying out any work.
Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a turn to 
release the pressure to prevent any 
risk of scalding. When the pressure 
has dropped, remove the cap and top 
up the level with coolant.
If fluid has to be added frequently, 
this indicates a fault which must be 
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer as 
soon as possible.
Power steering fluid level
The vehicle must be parked on level 
ground with the engine cold. Unscrew 
the cap integrated with the gauge and 
check the level which must be between 
the MIN and MAX marks.In order to regenerate the filter, you 
are advised to drive at a speed higher 
than 40 mph (60 km/h) for at least five 
minutes as soon as possible, when 
traffic conditions permit (until the 
message disappears and the service 
warning lamp goes off).
During regeneration of the particle 
emission filter, the noise of a relay 
operating may be heard under the 
dashboard.
If the message is still displayed and 
if the service warning lamp remains 
on, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Topping up
The level must be between the MIN 
and MAX marks on the expansion 
bottle. If more than 1 litre of fluid is 
required to top up the level, have 
the system checked by a PEUGEOT 
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Screenwash level
For best quality cleaning and for your 
safety, we would advise that you use 
products of the PEUGEOT range.
For optimum cleaning and to avoid 
freezing, this fluid must not be topped 
up or replaced with plain water.
Capacity of the screenwash reservoir: 
approximately 3 litres.
Diesel additive level 
(Diesel with particle 
filter)
Topping up
This additive must be topped up by 
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop without delay.
Waste products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil 
with the skin.
Brake fluid is harmful to health and 
very corrosive.
Do not dispose of used oil, brake fluid 
or coolant into drains or into the ground 
but into the containers dedicated to this 
use at a PEUGEOT dealer (France) or 
an authorised waste disposal site.
The minimum level of this additive 
is indicated by lighting of the service 
warning lamp, accompanied by an 
audible signal and a message in the 
screen.
When this occurs with the engine 
running it is due to the start of 
saturation of the particle filter 
(exceptionally prolonged urban type 
driving conditions: low speed, long 
traffic jams,
 
...). 
CHECKS
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Good practice
Bleeding water from the Diesel 
filter
Manual gearbox
Have the level checked in accordance with 
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
In order to avoid damaging the 
electrical units, we strongly advise 
you not to use high pressure 
washing to clean the engine 
compartment.
After washing the vehicle dampness, 
or in winter, ice may form on the brake 
discs and pads: braking efficiency may 
be reduced. Make some light brake 
applications to dry and de-ice the 
brakes.
If this warning lamp comes 
on, bleed the filter. Otherwise 
bleed regularly each time the 
engine oil is changed.
To drain the water, unscrew the bleed 
screw located on the filter.
Operate until all of the water no longer 
flows in the transparent pipe, then 
tighten the bleed screw.
Particle filter (Diesel)
Maintenance of the particle filter must 
be carried out by a PEUGEOT dealer.
On acceleration after the vehicle has 
been running for a prolonged period 
at very low speed or at idle, you may, 
in exceptional circumstances, notice 
the emission of water vapour at the 
exhaust. This water vapour does not 
have any adverse effect on vehicle 
handling or the environment.
Oil filter
Change the filter regularly in 
accordance with the manufacturer's 
servicing schedule.
 HDi engines use advanced 
technology
. All work requires 
special training, so should be 
entrusted to a PEUGEOT dealer.
Depending on country of sale. Only use products recommended by 
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent 
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation 
of units as important as the braking 
system, PEUGEOT selects and offers 
specific products. 
CHECKS
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REFUELLING
Low fuel level
Filling
The fuel tank must be filled with the 
engine off.
- 
Open the fuel filler flap.
-
 
Insert the key
 , then turn it a quarter 
turn.
-
 
Remove the cap and hook it onto 
the clip located on the inside of the 
flap. When fillin
g with fuel, with the fuel 
filler flap open, ensure that no one 
attempts to open the sliding side 
door.
When the low fuel level is 
reached, this warning lamp 
comes on.
You then have approximately 8 litres 
of fuel remaining.
Fill up without delay to avoid running 
out of fuel.
Never risk driving until you run out of 
fuel as this may damage the emissions 
control and injection systems. A label affixed to the inside of the flap 
reminds you of the type of fuel to be 
used.
You must fill with at least 5 litres of fuel 
for it to be registered by the fuel gauge.
When the fuel filler cap is opened, 
there may be a slight inrush of air. This 
vacuum is entirely normal and is due to 
the sealing of the fuel system.
When filling the fuel tank, do not 
continue after the 3
rd cut-off of the 
nozzle. This could cause malfunctions.
The capacity of the fuel tank is 
approximately 60 litres (or 55 litres 
according to version).
-
 
After fillin
g the fuel tank, lock the 
cap and close the flap. 
Fuel