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Rear wiper
Turn the ring to this position for
continuous wiping.
Rear screenwash
Do not use the front or rear screenwash
control when the screenwash reser voir is
empty. You risk damaging the pump.
Changing a wiper blade
Removing the front wiper blade
F Raise the wiper arm.
F T ake off the blade by sliding it to the
outside.
Refitting the front wiper blade
F Put the new wiper blade in place and secure it.
F
C
arefully lower the wiper arm.
To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
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h
andle them with care,
-
c
lean them regularly using soapy
water,
-
a
void using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
-
r
eplace them at the first signs of wear.
Pushing the ring for wards triggers screen
washing during the wiping (hold it for
continuous washing).
With the rear wiper off, turn the control towards
you to release a
jet of screenwash (keep it
turned if you wish the jet to continue).
Lighting and visibility
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Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule.
Other wise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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.
For more information on the precautions
to take before starting work on the 12 V
battery , refer to the corresponding
section.
Air filter
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace it twice as often if
necessary .
Passenger compartment
filter
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace it 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.
Oil filter
Change the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Clutch
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
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The clutch is mechanically operated and
requires regular adjustment.If there is a
malfunction (for example,
difficulty in pulling away), contact
a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Fluid specification
The screenwash fluid must be topped up with
a ready for use mix.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid with
antifreeze must be used that is appropriate for
the prevailing conditions, in order to preser ve
the elements of the system (pump, tank, ducts,
e t c .) .
Filling with pure water is prohibited under all
circumstances (risk of freezing, limestone
deposits, etc.).
Practical information
