2020 Peugeot 208 fuel tank capacity

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Practical information
Compatibility of fuels
Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard
containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol
respectively.

Diesel fuels conforming to the EN590, EN16734
and EN16709 standards and containing up to
7%, 10%, 20% and 30% fatty acid methyl ester
respectively. The use of B20 or B30 fuels, even
occasionally, imposes special maintenance
conditions referred to as "Arduous conditions".

Paraffinic Diesel fuel conforming to the EN15940
standard.
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 system).
The only fuel additives authorised for use are those that meet the B715001 (petrol)
or B715000 (Diesel) standards.
Diesel at low temperature
At temperatures below 0 °C (+32 °F), the
formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel fuels could prevent the engine from operating
correctly
. In these temperature conditions, use
winter-type Diesel fuel and keep the fuel tank
more than 50 % full.
At temperatures below -15 °C (+5 °F) to avoid
problems starting, it is best to park the vehicle
under shelter (heated garage).
Travelling abroad
Certain fuels could damage your vehicle’s
engine.
In certain countries, the use of a particular
fuel may be required (specific octane rating,
specific trade name, etc.) to ensure correct
operation of the engine.
For all additional information, consult a dealer.
Refuelling
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 40 or 44
litres (petrol) or 41 litres (Diesel).
Reserve level: approximately 5 litres.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level is reached, this
warning lamp comes on on the instrument
panel, accompanied by an onscreen message
and an audible signal. When it first comes on,
about 5 litres of fuel remain.
Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp
appears every time the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by an onscreen message and
an audible signal. When driving, this message
and audible signal are repeated with increasing
frequency as the fuel level drops towards 0.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
For more information on Running out of fuel
(Diesel), refer to the corresponding section.
Stop & Start
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition.
Refuelling
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres, in
order to be registered by the fuel gauge.
Opening the filler cap may create a noise caused
by an inrush of air. This vacuum is entirely
normal, resulting from the sealing of the fuel
system.
To refuel in complete safety:
►

Y
ou must switch off the engine.

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Practical information
Supply of AdBlue®
It is recommended that the AdBlue® be topped
up as soon as the first alert is issued indicating
that the reserve level has been reached.
In order to ensure that the SCR system
operates correctly:
– Use only AdBlue
® fluid that meets the ISO
22241 standard.
– Never transfer AdBlue
® to another
container: it would lose its purity.
– Never dilute AdBlue
® with water.
AdBlue
® can be obtained from a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Storage recommendations
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and deteriorates
above +25°C. Containers should be stored in a
cool area and protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept for
at least a year.
If the fluid has frozen, it can be used once it has
completely thawed out in the ambient air.
Never store AdBlue® containers in your
vehicle.
Precautions for use
AdBlue® is a urea-based solution. This fluid is
non-flammable, colourless and odourless (when
kept in a cool place).
less than 1.6 mm; it is imperative to replace the
tyres.
Using different size wheels and tyres from those
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel
rotation, ground clearance, 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.
Shock absorbers
It is not easy for drivers to detect when
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,
the shock absorbers have a major impact on
road-holding and braking performance.
For your safety and driving comfort, it is
important to have them regularly checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Timing and accessory kits
Timing and accessory kits are used from
the time the engine is started until it is
switched off. It is normal for them to wear over
time.
A faulty timing or accessory kit can damage
the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the
recommended replacement frequency, stated in
distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is
reached first.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)

To respect the environment and ensure
compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without
adversely affecting the performance or fuel
consumption of its Diesel engines, PEUGEOT
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles
with a system that associates SCR (Selective
Catalytic Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter
(DPF) for the treatment of exhaust gases.
SCR System SCR
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and
water, which are harmless to health and the
environment.
The AdBlue® is contained in a special
tank holding about 15 litres.
Its capacity allows a driving range of
approximately 5,600
miles (9,000 km), which
may vary considerably depending on your
driving style.
An alert system is triggered once the reserve
level is reached: it is then possible to drive for a
further 1,500 miles (2,400
km) before the tank is
empty and the vehicle blocked.
For more information on the Warning
and indicator lamps and the associated
alerts, or the Indicators, please refer to the
corresponding sections.
Once the AdBlue® tank is empty, a
system required by legislation prevents
starting of the engine.
If the SCR system is faulty, the level of
emissions from the vehicle will no longer meet
the Euro 6 standard: the vehicle becomes
polluting.
In the event of a confirmed SCR system
malfunction, it is essential to visit a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
After 680 miles (1,100 km), a device is
automatically activated to prevent the engine
from starting.
In both cases, a range indicator indicates
the distance that can be travelled before the
vehicle is stopped.
Freezing of the AdBlue®
AdBlue® freezes at temperatures below
around -11°C.
The SCR system includes a heater for the
AdBlue
® tank, allowing you to continue driving
in very cold conditions.

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Alphabetical index
A
ABS 68
Accessories
65
Active Safety Brake

124–126
AdBlue®

20, 158
AdBlue® tank

159
Additive, Diesel

156
Adjusting headlamps

59
Adjusting head restraints

41
Adjusting seat

41–42
Adjusting the air distribution

47–48
Adjusting the air flow

47–48
Adjusting the date

210, 234
Adjusting the height and reach
of the steering wheel

43
Adjusting the lumbar support

42
Adjusting the seat angle

42
Adjusting the temperature

47–48
Adjusting the time

197, 210, 234
Advice on care and maintenance

55, 142, 161
Advice on driving

7, 85–86
Airbags

71–73, 76
Airbags, curtain

73–74
Airbags, front

72–73, 76
Airbags, lateral

73–74
Air conditioning

46, 49–50
Air conditioning, automatic

48, 50
Air conditioning, manual

47
Air intake

49
Air vents

46
Alarm

37–38
Android Auto connection 225
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
68
Antitheft / Immobiliser

31
Apple CarPlay connection

206, 224
Applications

225
Assistance call

66
Assistance, emergency braking

68, 126
Audible warning

66
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)

194, 205, 229
B
Battery 152
Battery, 12 V
156, 178–180
Battery, ancillaries

178
Battery, charging

141, 145, 179–180
Battery, remote control

35–36
Blind

54
Blind spot monitoring system, active

124
Blind spot sensors

122, 124
BlueHDi

20, 156, 163
Bluetooth
(hands-free)

195, 207–208, 230–231
Bluetooth
(telephone)

195–196, 207–208, 230–231
Bodywork

161
Bonnet

153
Boot

37, 55
Brake discs

157
Brake lamps

172–173
Brakes

157
Braking 99
Braking assistance system
68
Braking, automatic emergency

124–126
Braking, dynamic emergency

91–93
Brightness

197, 209
Bulbs

171
Bulbs (changing)

170–172
C
Cable, audio 229
Cable, Jack
229
Capacity, fuel tank

140
Cap, fuel filler

140
Care of the bodywork

161
CD

194, 205
CD, MP3

194, 205
Central locking

33–34
Changing a bulb

170–172
Changing a fuse

173–174, 176–177
Changing a wheel

164, 167
Changing a wiper blade

62–63
Changing the remote control battery

35
Charger, induction

52
Charger, wireless

52
CHECK

23
Checking the engine oil level

19
Checking the levels

154–156
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit)

165, 167
Checks

154–155, 156–158