2018 Peugeot 301 check engine light

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Boot
Opening
Unlocking and releasing the boot
using the remote control
F Hold the centre button on the remote control down for more
than one second.
The tailgate is released and opens slightly.
Releasing the boot from the
inside
F Press the boot opening button located on the left of the dashboard.
The tailgate is released and opens slightly.
Opening the boot
F Raise the tailgate to its fully open position.
Closing
F Lower the tailgate using one of the interior grab handles.
F

T
hen press the tailgate to close it.
-

w
hen the engine is running ,
this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by a message in
the multifunction screen for a few
seconds,
-

w
hen the vehicle is moving
(speed higher than 6
mph
(10
km/h)), this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in
the multifunction screen for a few
seconds.
Back-up release
System for mechanically unlocking the boot in
the event of a battery or central locking fault.
UnlockingIf the tailgate is not fully closed:
F
F
old the rear seats to gain access to the
lock from inside the boot.
If your vehicle is fitted with a fixed bench
seat, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
F

I
nsert a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock to unlock the boot.
In the event of a fault or difficulties felt in
manoeuvring the tailgate when opening
or closing it, have it checked quickly by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
to stop this issue getting worse and so
causing the tailgate to drop, and serious
injuries.
Access

136
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.
If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox,
never try to start the engine by pushing
the vehicle.
Access to the battery Starting using another
battery
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a backup battery
(external or from another vehicle) and jump
leads or a battery booster.
Never try to start the engine by connecting
a battery charger.
Never use a 24
V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
Check beforehand that the backup
battery has a nominal voltage of 12
V and
a capacity at least equal to that of the
discharged battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off all the electrical consumers
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, etc.).
Make sure that the jump leads are not
close to moving parts of the engine (fan,
belts, etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while
the engine is running. F

S
tart the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a few
minutes.
F

O
perate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine turn.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few moments
before trying again.
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:
F

O

pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch.
F

S

ecure the bonnet stay.
F

R

emove the plastic cover on the (+)
terminal. The battery (-) terminal is not accessible. A
remote earth point is located on the engine.
F
L
ift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if
your vehicle has one.
F

C
onnect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of flat battery A (at the metal
elbow) then to the positive terminal (+) of
backup battery B or the booster.
F

C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of backup
battery B or the booster (or an earth point
on the other vehicle).
F

C
onnect the other end of the green or black
cable to earth point C on the broken down
vehicle.
In the event of a breakdown

138
Never try to charge a frozen battery – risk
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked
by a PEUGEOT dealer or by a qualified
workshop who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and
that the container has not cracked, which
would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive
acid leaking.
Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of ser vice for a long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F
C
lose all openings (doors, boot, windows).
F

S
witch off all electricity consuming devices
(audio system, wipers, lighting, etc.).
F

S
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
After accessing the battery, you only have to
disconnect the (+) terminal.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
Reconnecting the (+) terminal
Do not force the lever as locking will be
impossible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
After reconnecting the battery
F Raise the lever A fully to release the clamp B.
F

R
emove the clamp B by lifting it off.
F

Ra
ise the lever A fully.
F

R
efit the open clamp B on the (+) terminal.
F

P
ush the clamp B fully down.
F

L
ower the lever A to lock the clamp B .After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1
minute before starting
the engine, in order to enable the electronic
systems to initialise.
If minor problems nevertheless persist
following this operation, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must reinitialise certain systems yourself, such
as:
-

T
he key with remote control.
-

T
he date and time.
-

T
he preset radio stations.
The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8 hours).
In the event of a breakdown

EEarth point, remote .......................................11 3
Economy mode ............................................. 10
7
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) ......60 - 61Emergency braking assistance (EBA) ............60
Emergency call ......................................... 58-59
Emissions control
...............................

.............12
Emissions control system, SCR
.....................16
Energy economy mode
................................. 10

7
Engine


........................................................ 11 -12
Engine, Diesel


......................... 12, 102, 118, 143
Engine, petrol
...............................

.102, 113, 142
Engine compartment
.................................... 11

3
Engine failure


............................................. 11 -12
Engine oil pressure


......................................... 11
Engines


.................................................. 141-143
Engine self-diagnostics


..................................12
Environment


.................................................... 31
ESC (electronic stability control)

....................60
FFilling the AdBlue tank .................................. 10 5
Filling the fuel tank ................................ 10 0 -102
Filter, air


........................................................ 11 6
Filter, Diesel fuel


........................................... 113
Filter, oil
................

......................................... 11 6
Filter, particle


......................................... 115 -11 6
Filter, passenger compartment


.....................11 6
Fitting a wheel
........................................ 124 -126
Fitting roof bars


............................................. 11 0
Fittings, interior
............................................... 48
F

lap, fuel filler

......................................... 10 0 -101
Fluid, engine coolant


....................................... 11
Foglamp, rear


............................... 17, 51-52, 130
Foglamps, front


............................ 18, 51-52, 129
Frequency (radio)


...................................... 24-25
Fuel ................................................................ 102
Fuel tank ........................................................ 101
Fusebox, dashboard


...............131-132, 13 4 -13 5
Fusebox, engine compartment .......131-132, 13 4 -13 5Fuses ....................................... 13 1-132, 13 4 -13 5
GGauge, fuel.................................................... 10 0
Gearbox, automatic .............84- 87, 89, 117, 136
Gearbox, electronic


.................................. 88-90
Gearbox, manual


..................84, 88 - 89, 89, 117
Gear lever, automatic gearbox


.................85 - 87
Gear lever, manual gearbox


...........................84
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency indicator


....................................... 88
Glove box
........................................................ 48
GPS


................................................................. 14
Guide-me-home lighting


.................................53
HHazard warning lamps ....................................58
Hazard warning lamps, automatic operation ..58
Headlamp adjustment


..................................... 54
Headlamps, automatic illumination


................53
Headlamps, dipped beam


.................18, 51, 128
Headlamps, halogen


..................................... 127
Headlamps, main beam


....................18, 51, 128
Head restraints, front
...................................... 38
Head restraints, rear
....................................... 39
Heating
............................... 4

1- 42, 44- 45, 47- 48
Horn ................................................................. 58
I
Ignition ....................................................... 83, 31
Immobiliser, electronic ..............................31, 81
Indicator lamps, operation
................................ 9
I

ndicators, direction

................................53, 127
Inflating tyres ................................................ 145
Inflating tyres (using the kit) ................... 11
8 -12 0
Input, auxiliary


............................................... 7, 5
Instrument panel


............................................... 8
Internet browser
.............................................. 18
I

SOFIX

............................................................ 76
Isofix mountings


........................................ 75, 77
JJack ............................................122-123, 26, 10
Jump starting ................................................ 13 6
KKey ............................................................ 17, 29
Key with remote control ......................2
9, 31, 81
Kit, hands-free
........................... 2

8 -29, 15 -16, 9
Kit, temporary puncture repair


...............11 8 -12 0
LLabels, identification ..................................... 145
Lamps, front .................................................. 127
Level, brake fluid
........................................... 115
Level, Diesel additive


.................................... 115
Level, engine coolant


.................................... 115
Level, engine oil
............................................ 114
Level, screenwash fluid

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

5
Levels and checks

..............................
...113 -115
Lighting, guide-me home


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

.........55-56
Loading


......................................................... 11 0
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