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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.
Do not forget the spare wheel and the tyres on
any trailer or caravan. 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.
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. 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
bring your vehicle’s nitrogen oxides emissions
back in line with the regulations.
For vehicles fitted with it, avoid using the
Dynamic Pack for too long, in order to limit
your fuel consumption.
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Instrument panel
Speedometer
Analogue speedometer (mph or km/h).
Coolant temperature and
fuel level indicators
1.Fuel gauge.
2. Engine coolant fluid temperature gauge.
Display screen
When travelling abroad, you may have
to change the distance unit: the display
of road speed must be in the official
units (miles or km) for the country. The
change of units is done via the screen
configuration menu, with the vehicle
stationary.
1. Engine oil level indicator.
2. Gear shift indicator.
State of the automatic gearbox.
3. Digital speedometer (mph or km/h).
4. Cruise control or speed limiter settings.
With display screen 2:
Instrument panel display screen:
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G ear shift indicator.
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tate of the automatic gearbox.
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tate of the speed limiter or cruise control.
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peed limit sign.
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otal distance recorder.
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rip distance recorder.
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ervice spanner.
According to the page selected with the control
stalk (end of the wiper control stalk):
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igital speedometer.
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rip computer.
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ynamic vehicle parameters (Driver Sport
Pack).
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co mode.
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riving aids.
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epeat of the navigation instructions.
With display screen 1:
5.Ser vice indicator, then total distance
recorder (miles or km).
These functions are displayed successively
on switching on the ignition.
6. Trip distance recorder (miles or km).
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List of warning and indicator lamps
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Actions/Observations
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOPFixed, associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by the
display of a message
and an audible signal. Indicates a serious fault with the
engine, braking system, power
steering, automatic gearbox or a
major electrical fault.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Engine oil
pressure Fixed.
There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system. Carry out (1) and then (2).
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).
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released.
Electric parking
brake Flashing.
The electric parking brake is not
applied automatically.
The application/release is faulty. Carry out (1) on level ground (horizontally).
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ith a manual gearbox, with a gear engaged.
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ith an automatic gearbox, with the lever in
position P .
Then carry out (2).
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Retrieving the service information
(Only with display screen 2.)
You can access the ser vice information at any
time.
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ress the trip distance recorder reset
button.
The ser vice information is displayed for a few
seconds, then disappears.
Engine coolant temperature
gauge
- in zone B , the temperature is too high;
the maximum temperature and the
central STOP warning lamps come on,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
warning message in the screen.
You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do
so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
After first switching off the ignition, open
the bonnet cautiously and check the
coolant level.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
With the engine running, when the needle is:
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n zone A , the temperature is correct,
Engine oil level indicator
With an electric oil level indicator, the state
of the engine oil level is displayed in the
instrument panel for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on, at the same time as the
servicing information.
The level read will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the engine
has been off for more than 30
minutes.
Oil level correct
Oil level insufficient
This is indicated by the flashing of " OIL" or the
display of the " Oil level incorrect " message,
accompanied by the Ser vice warning lamp and
an audible signal.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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Oil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check the
engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.
AdBlue® range indicators
These range indicators are present only on BlueHDi
Diesel versions.
Once the AdBlue
® tank is on reser ve or after detection
of a fault with the SCR emissions control system,
when the ignition is switched on, an indicator displays
This is signalled by the flashing of " OIL _ _"
or the display of the " Oil level measurement
invalid " message. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.
an estimate of the distance that can be covered, the
range, before engine starting is prevented.
In the event of the risk of non-
starting related to a lack of AdBlue®
The engine starting prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is
e m pt y.
Range greater than 1,500

miles (2,400 km)
When the ignition is switched on, no
information on range is displayed automatically.
Pressing this button temporarily displays the
driving range*.
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nly with display screen 2 .
With access via the boot
Remaining range between 1,500 and 375 miles
( 2,400 and 600 km)
Remaining range less than 375 miles (600 km)
When switching on the ignition, this warning lamp
c omes on, accompanied by an audible signal and
the display of a message (e.g. "Top up AdBlue:
Starting impossible in x miles") indicating the
remaining range expressed in miles or kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
185
miles (300 km) until the level is topped up.
The reser ve level has been reached; it is
recommended that you top up as soon as possible.
When switching on the ignition, this warning
lam p flashes, accompanied by the permanent
lighting of the Ser vice warning lamp, an audible
signal and the display of a message (e.g. "Top up
AdBlue: Starting impossible in x miles") indicating
the remaining range expressed in miles or
kilometres.
When driving, this message is displayed every
30
seconds until the AdBlue level has been
topped up.
It is essential to top up as soon as possible and
before the tank is completely empty; other wise it
will not be possible to restart the engine after the
next stop.
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Compatibility of fuels
Fuel used for petrol engines
The petrol engines are compatible with biofuels
that conform to current and future European
standards and which can be obtained from
filling stations:Petrol that meets standard EN228,
mixed with a biofuel that meets standard
EN15376.
The only petrol additives authorised for
use are those that meet the B715001
standard.
Fuel used for Diesel
engines
The Diesel engines are compatible with
biofuels that conform to current and future
European standards and which can be
obtained from filling stations: For more information, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,
domestic fuel, etc.) is strictly prohibited
(risk of damage to the engine and fuel
syste m). The only Diesel additives authorised for
use are those that meet the B715000
standard.
Diesel at low temperature
At temperatures below 0°C (+32°F), the
formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel
fuels could result in an abnormal operation
of the fuel supply circuit. To avoid this, we
recommend using winter-type Diesel fuel and
keeping the fuel tank more than 50% full.
If, despite this, at temperatures below -15°C
(+5°F) the engine has problems starting,
just leave the vehicle in a garage or heated
workshop for a little while.
Travelling abroad
Cer tain fuels could damage the engine of
your vehicle.
In cer tain countries, the use of a par ticular
fuel may be required (specific octane
rating, specific trade name, etc.) to ensure
correct operation of the engine.
For any additional information, contact a dealer.
Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN590

mixed with a biofuel that meets
standard EN14214 (possibly containing
up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester), Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN16734

mixed with a biofuel that meets
standard EN14214 (possibly containing
up to 10% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester),
Paraffinic Diesel fuel that meets
standard EN15940

mixed with a biofuel
that meets standard EN14214 (possibly
containing up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl
Ester).
B20 or B30 fuel that meets the standard
EN16709 can be used with your Diesel
engine. However, the use of this
fuel, even occasional, requires strict
application of the special ser vicing
conditions referred to as "Arduous
conditions".
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1.Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Engine coolant reservoir.
3. Brake fluid reser voir.
4. Battery/Fuses.
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.
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epending on engine.
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.
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.
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W
ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
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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 .
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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 .
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f the level is above the MAX mark (risk of
damage to the engine), contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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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.
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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nscrew the oil filler cap to access the filler
opening.
Topping up the engine oil level
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
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emissions control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level must be between
the marking " A" (MA X located on the
remote reservoir) and the marking " B"
(MIN located on the main reser voir). If
it is not, check the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the personalised ser vice schedule for
your vehicle.
Fluid specification
This fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Coolant level
Check the coolant level regularly.
It is normal to top up this fluid
between two services.
The check and top-up must only be done with
the engine cold.
A low coolant level presents a risk of serious
damage to your engine.
The coolant level should be close to the "MA X"
mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the "MIN" mark,
it is essential to top up.
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dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
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ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
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dd more oil if necessary.
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fter checking the level, carefully refit the oil
filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
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