2018 Peugeot 208 brake fluid

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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Actions/Observations
Door(s) open Fixed, associated with
a


message identifying
the door. One of the doors or the tailgate is
not fully closed (speed below 6


mph
[10


km/h]).
Fixed, associated with
a


message identifying
the door, together with
an audible signal. One of the doors or the tailgate is
not fully closed (speed above 6
mph
[10


km/h]).
Seat belt not
fastened/
unfastened Fixed or flashing
accompanied by an
audible signal. A seat belt has not been fastened or
has been unfastened.
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released.
Brakes Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. Carry out (1), then top up with brake fluid that complies
with the manufacturer's recommendations. If the
problem persists, carry out (2).
+ Fixed.
The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system is faulty. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Instruments

112
Engines
Petrol
Diesel
These engines are examples provided as
a guide.
The locations of the following elements may
vary:
-

A
ir filter.
-

E
ngine oil dipstick.
-

E
ngine oil filler cap.
-
P

riming pump. 1.
Screenwash fluid tank.
2. Coolant tank.
3. Brake fluid tank.
4. Battery.
5. Fusebox.
6. A i r f i l t e r.
7. Engine oil dipstick.
8. Engine oil filler cap.
9. Remote earth point.
10. Priming pump*
The Diesel circuit is under very high
pressure.
All work on this circuit must be carried out
only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Checking levels
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
PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The liquid must comply with the
manufacturer's recommendations and with
the vehicle's engine. 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).
Used products
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
PEUGEOT dealer or
a
qualified workshop and dispose of it in
the containers reser ved for this purpose.
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 equipped with an
electric gauge, or using the dipstick.
*
D

epending on engine.
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To ensure that the reading is correct, your
vehicle must be parked on a level sur face
with the engine stopped for more than
30


minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two ser vices (or oil changes). PEUGEOT
recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3,000
miles (5,000 km).
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
pull it out 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 marks A and B .
A = MA X
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 PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
-
I
f the level is below the MIN
mark, you must
top up the engine oil.
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
nscrew the oil filler cap to access the filler
opening.
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 inter val details for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Changing the brake fluid
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Draining the circuit
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the inter val for this operation.
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Brake pads
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
have the condition of the brakes
checked, even between vehicle
services.
Unless there is a
leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Brake disc/drum wear
For any information on checking
brake disc/drum wear, contact
a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
e ffectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be adjusted, even between two
services.
This system must be checked by a
PEUGEOT
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Wheels and tyres
The pressure must be checked on
all tyres, including the spare wheel,
when the tyres are "cold", at least
once a month and before a long
j o u r n ey. steering. Regular inspections of the condition
of tyres (tread and sides) and rims are
recommended as well as making sure that
valves are fitted.
Using different size wheels and tyres from
those specified can affect the lifetime of tyres,
wheel rotation, ground clearance and the
speedometer reading and have an adverse
effect on road holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause the ESC to mistime.
Only use products recommended by
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in the
braking system, PEUGEOT selects 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.
The pressures given on the tyre pressure label
are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven for
more than 10
minutes or more than 6 miles
(10

kilometres) at more than 31 mph (50 km/h),
0.3

bar (30 kPa) should be added to the values
given on the label.
Under-inflation increases fuel consumption.
Non-compliant tyre pressure causes premature
wear on tyres and has an adverse effect on the
vehicle's road holding – Risk of an accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces
braking efficiency and control of the vehicle's
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Earth point, remote .......................................11 2
Eco-driving (advice) .......................................... 6
Economy mode
............................................. 11

0
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)


.....60
Electronic stability control (ESC)

....................60
E

mergency braking assistance (EBA)

............60
Emergency call


......................................... 59-60
Emissions control system, SCR
...................117
Energy economy mode
................................. 11

0
Engine, Diesel


................................. 13, 106, 121
Engine, petrol
...............................

.........1 0 6 , 112
Engine compartment
.................................... 11

2
Engines


.......................................... 142-143, 145
Engine self-diagnosis
..................................... 15
E

nvironment

................................................ 6, 31
Filling the AdBlue
® tank ................................ 11 8
Filling the fuel tank ................................ 10 6 -108
Filter, air


........................................................ 115
Filter, Diesel fuel


........................................... 112
Filter, oil
................

......................................... 115
Filter, particle


......................................... 114 -115
Filter, passenger compartment


...............41, 115
Fitting a

wheel

........................................ 127-129
Fitting roof bars


...................................... 11 0 -111
Fittings, boot


................................................... 49
Fittings, interior
............................................... 48
F

lap, fuel filler


......................................... 107-108
Foglamp, rear


.................................... 18, 51, 132
Foglamps


...................................................... 13 0
Foglamps, front


......................... 51, 55, 131, 133
Frequency (radio)


....................................... 21-22
Fuel ............................................................ 6, 10 6
Fuel consumption


........................................ 6, 25
Fuel tank ................................................. 107-108
Fusebox, dashboard


.............................. 13 3 -13 6Fusebox, engine compartment


..............
13 3 -13 6
Fuses
...................................................... 13
3 -13 6
Gauge, fuel ............................................. 107-108
Gearbox, automatic

...............
84- 85, 87- 89, 116
Gearbox, manual

.........................
83, 87- 89, 116
Gear lever

.........................................................
6
Gear lever, manual gearbox

...........................
83
Gear shift indicator

.........................................
86
G . P. S .

..............................................................
12
Hazard warning lamps

............................
5 8, 121Hazard warning lamps, automatic operation ...58
H
eadlamps, automatic illumination
........... 51- 5 3
Headlamps, dipped beam


....................... 51, 13 0
Headlamps, halogen


.............................. 12 9 -13 0
Headlamps, main beam


............. 19, 51, 130 -131
Head restraints, front

...................................... 38
Head restraints, rear

....................................... 41
Heating
.............................................................. 6
H

ill start assist

................................................. 87
Identification, vehicle


.................................... 148
Ignition
................

....................................... 82, 28
Ignition switch
..............................

............. 81- 82
Immobiliser, electronic


.................................... 82
Indicator, AdBlue
® range ................................. 22
Indicator, coolant temperature ........................ 21
Indicator, engine oil level
........................ 2 1, 113
Indicators, direction


................................ 52, 13 0
Inflating tyres


................................................ 11 6
Inflating tyres (using the kit)
.................. 12

2, 124Input, auxiliary


...................................................
3
Instrument panels

.........................................
8-9
Internet browser
.............................................. 16
I
SOFIX

............................................................
75
ISOFIX mountings ........................................... 74
Jack
...............................
...................
125 -126, 23
Jump starting

................................................
13 8
Key

............................................................
28 - 31
Key with remote control
............................
2
8, 82
Kit, hands-free
........................... 6
, 13 -14, 25 -26
Kit, temporary puncture repair
.............. 12
2, 124
Labels, identification

.....................................
148
Lamps, parking

...............................................
54
LEDs – Light-emitting diodes
................. 5
4, 129
Level, AdBlue
® .............................................. 11 4
Level, brake fluid ........................................... 113
Level, Diesel additive


.................................... 114
Level, engine coolant


.............................. 2 1, 114
Level, engine oil
................................ 2 1, 112 -113
Level, screenwash fluid

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

4
Levels and checks

..............................
...112 -114
Light-emitting diodes – LEDs
................. 5

4, 129
Lighting, cornering


.......................................... 55
Lighting, guide-me home


.......................... 29, 53
Lighting, interior
...............................

.........46 - 47
Lighting, mood


................................................ 47
Lighting dimmer


.............................................. 27
Loading


..................................................... 6 , 11 0
Load reduction mode


.................................... 109
Locating your vehicle


...................................... 29
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