2018 Peugeot 301 maintenance

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Welcome
Thank you for choosing a Peugeot 301.
This document presents the information and recommendations required
for you to be able to explore your vehicle in detail and in complete
safety.
Your vehicle will be fitted with only some of the equipment described in
this document, depending on its trim level, version and the specification
for the country in which it was sold.
The descriptions and illustrations are given as indications only.
Automobiles PEUGEOT reser ves the right to modify the technical
characteristics, equipment and accessories without having to update
this edition of the guide.
If ownership of your vehicle is transferred, please ensure this Complete
Handbook is passed on to the new owner. In this document, you will find all of the instructions and
recommendations on the use that will allow you to enjoy your vehicle
to the fullest. It is strongly recommended that you familiarise yourself
with it as well as the Warranty and Maintenance Record which will
provide you with information about warranties, ser vicing and roadside
assistance associated with your vehicle.
Key
Safety warning
Additional information
Contributes to the protection of the environment
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Driving recommendations 80
Starting/switching off the engine 8 1
Parking brake

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Manual gearbox
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Automatic gearbox (EAT6)

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Gear shift indicator

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Stop & Start

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Under-inflation detection
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Speed limiter
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Cruise control

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Rear parking sensors
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Reversing camera
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Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
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Compatibility of fuels

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AdBlue
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Snow chains 1 06
Load reduction mode

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Energy economy mode
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Changing a wiper blade
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Towing a trailer

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Very cold climate screen(s)

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Advice on care and maintenance
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Roof bars

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B o n n e t
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Engines
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Checking levels

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C h e c k s
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)

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Temporary puncture repair kit
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Spare wheel

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Changing a bulb

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Changing a fuse
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V battery
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Towing the vehicle

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39Characteristics of the engines and towed
loads

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Petrol engines
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Diesel engines 1 43
Dimensions 1 44
Identification markings
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DrivingPractical information
In the event of a breakdown Technical data
Alphabetical index
Audio equipment and telematics
PEUGEOT Connect Nav
PEUGEOT Connect Radio
Audio system Bluetooth
Audio system
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Contents

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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, etc.). Preferably, use a
roof box.
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:
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efore a long journey,
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t each change of season,
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fter a long period out of use. Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine
oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin filter, etc.) and
obser ve the schedule of operations in the
manufacturer's service schedule. Do not forget the spare wheel and the tyres on
any trailer or caravan.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR
system is faulty, your vehicle becomes
polluting. Visit a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop as soon as possible to
make your vehicle’s level of nitrogen oxide
emissions compliant to the standard.
When filling the tank, do not continue after the
3
rd cut-off of the nozzle to avoid over flow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only
after the first 1,900
miles (3,000 kilometres)
that you will see the fuel consumption settle
down to a consistent average.
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Eco-driving

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Turn off the demisting/defrosting of
the rear screen and the side mirrors
(depending on the version) as soon as
you consider it necessary.
Lower energy consumption reduces
fuel consumption.Advice
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
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o ensure that the air is distributed
evenly, keep the external air intake
grilles at the base of the windscreen, the
nozzles, the vents, the air outlets and the
air extractor located in the rear free from
obstructions.
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perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5 to 10
minutes, once or twice a
month to keep it in per fect working order.
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o prevent misting or deteriorating
air quality inside the passenger
compartment, you should not deactivate
the system for too long and avoid
extended operation of the air recirculation
system when driving.
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nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the
filter elements replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment filter. Thanks to
its special active additive, it contributes
to the purification of the air breathed by
the occupants and the cleanliness of the
passenger compartment (reduction of
allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy
deposits). F
T o ensure correct operation of the air
conditioning system, you are also advised
to have it checked regularly according to
the Warranty and Maintenance Record
recommendations.
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f the system does not produce cold air,
switch it off and contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep
gradient in high temperatures, switching off
the air conditioning increases the available
engine power and so improves the towing
ability.
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Ease of use and comfort

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Front windscreen wash
Pull the wiper control stalk towards you. The
windscreen washer and then the wiper operate
for a fixed time.The screenwash jets are not adjustable.
Do not try to move them (risk of damage).
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used for cleaning
or replacement of the wiper blades. It can also
be useful, in winter, to release the wiper blades
from the windscreen.
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perate the wiper stalk within one minute
after switching off the ignition to position the
wiper blades vertically on the windscreen. F

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o park the wiper blades again, switch on
the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.
To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
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andle them with care,
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lean them regularly using soapy
water,
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void using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
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eplace them at the first signs of wear.
Courtesy lamps
A
Courtesy lamps
B Map reading lamps
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Lighting and visibility

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Displays in the instrument panelFoot on the brake pedal
F Press the brake pedal when this indicator lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel (e.g. starting
the engine).
Starting the vehicle
F Select position D for automatic changing of
the six gears.
The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive
mode, without any action needed from the
driver. It continuously selects the most suitable
gear according to the style of driving, the profile
of the road and the load in the vehicle.
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pply the parking brake.
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ect position P or N
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tart the engine.
If these conditions are not met, you will hear an
audible signal, associated with the display of a
warning message.
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ith the engine running, press the brake
pedal.
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elease the parking brake.
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ect position R
, D or M.
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radually release the brake pedal.
The vehicle moves off immediately.
If position N is selected inadvertently while
driving, allow the engine to return to idle
then select position D before accelerating. If the exterior temperature is below -23°C,
the engine should be left at idle for four
minutes, to ensure the correct operation
and life of the engine and gearbox.
When the engine is running at idle with the
brakes released, if position R
, D or M is
selected, the vehicle moves even without
the accelerator being pressed.
Never leave children unsuper vised in the
vehicle when the engine is running.
When carrying out maintenance with the
engine running, apply the parking brake
and select position P .
When you move the selector to select a
position, the corresponding indicator is
displayed in the instrument panel.
P.
Parking.
R. Reverse.
N. Neutral.
D. Drive (automatic operation).
S. Sport programme.
T . Snow
programme.
1 2 3 4 5 6. Gears engaged during manual
operation.
-. Invalid value during manual
operation.
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Driving

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Changing a wiper blade
Before removing a front
wiper
F Within one minute after switching off the ignition, operate the wiper control stalk to
position the wiper blades in the middle of
the windscreen (maintenance position).
Removing
F Lift the corresponding wiper arm away from the windscreen.
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nclip and remove the wiper blade.
Refitting
F Position and clip the new wiper blade to the arm.
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arefully lower the wiper arm.
After refitting a front wiper
F Switch on the ignition.
F O perate the wiper control stalk again to
park the wiper blades.
Towing a trailer
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it must still be fitted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions.
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Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more information on Driving advice,
particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Please respect the maximum authorised
towable weights, indicated on the
registration certificate or in your vehicle’s
technical data.
For more information on Weights (and the
towed loads which apply to your vehicle)
refer to the corresponding section.
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.Very cold climate screen(s)
(Depending on the country of sale.)
Removable screen(s) which prevent snow
accumulating at the radiator cooling fan.
Depending on the version, you have one or two
screens.
Before fitting or removing a screen,
ensure that the engine is off and the
cooling fan has stopped.
Fitting
F Place the very cold climate screen in front of the front bumper.
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ress around its edge to engage its fixing
clips one by one.
Removing
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to release each of the fixings of each screen in turn.
It is essential to remove the very cold
climate screen (or screens):
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hen the exterior temperature
exceeds
10° C,
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hen towing,
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t speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Advice on care and maintenance
Recommendations on the care and
maintenance of your vehicle are given in the
Warranty and Maintenance Record.
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Practical information