2020 Peugeot 508 brake fluid

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Instruments
Cable connected (Hybrid)Fixed.
It is not possible to start the vehicle while
the charging cable is connected to the vehicle’s
connector.
Disconnect the charging cable and close the
flap.
12 V battery chargeFixed.
The battery charging circuit has a fault
(dirty terminals, slack or cut alternator belt, etc.).
Carry out (1).
If the electric parking brake is no longer working,
immobilise the vehicle:
►

With a manual gearbox, engage a gear
.
►

With an automatic gearbox, put the chocks
against one of the wheels.
Clean and retighten the terminals. If the warning
lamp does not go off when the engine is started,
carry out (2).
Door(s) openFixed, associated with a message
identifying the access.
A door or the tailgate is not properly closed
(speed less than 6 mph (10 km/h)).
Fixed, associated with a message
identifying the access, accompanied by
an audible signal.
A door or the tailgate is not properly closed
(speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)).
Seat belts not fastened/unfastenedFixed or flashing, accompanied by an
increasing audible signal.
A seat belt has not been fastened or has been
unfastened.
Electric parking brakeFixed.
The electric parking brake is applied.
Flashing.
Application/release is faulty.
Carry out (1): park on flat ground (on a level
surface).
With a manual gearbox, engage a gear.
With an automatic gearbox, select mode

P
.
Switch off the ignition and carry out (2).
BrakingFixed.
The brake fluid level in the braking circuit
has dropped significantly.
Carry out (1), then top up with 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).
Orange warning/indicator lamps
Service
Temporarily on, accompanied by the display of a message.
One or more minor faults, for which there is/are
no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the instrument panel.
You can deal with certain problems yourself, for
example an open door or the start of saturation
of the particle filter.
For other faults, such as with the tyre under-
inflation detection system, carry out (3).
Fixed, accompanied by the display of a
message.
One or more major faults, for which there is/are
no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected.
Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the instrument panel, then carry out
(3).
Fixed, accompanied by the message
"Parking brake fault".
Automatic release of the electric parking brake is
unavailable.
Carry out (2).
Service warning lamp fixed and
service spanner flashing then
fixed.
The servicing interval has been exceeded.
The vehicle must be serviced as soon as
possible.
Only with BlueHDi Diesel engines.
Engine pre-heating (Diesel)Temporarily on (up to approximately 30 seconds in
severe weather conditions).
When switching on the ignition, if the weather
conditions and the engine temperature make it
necessary.

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Diesel engine

1.Screenwash fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery / Fuses
5. Remote earth point (-)
6. Fusebox
7. Air filter
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Priming pump*
11 . Degassing screw*
The Diesel fuel system operates under
very high pressure.
All work on this circuit must be carried out
only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
* Depending on engine.
Checking levels
Check all of the following levels regularly in
accordance with the manufacturer's service
schedule. Top them up if required, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The fluids must comply with the manufacturer's requirements 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 and
very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the containers reserved
for this purpose at a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Engine oil
The level is checked, with the engine having been switched off for at least 30
minutes and on level ground, either using the oil
level indicator in the instrument panel when the
ignition is switched on (for vehicles equipped
with an electric gauge), or using the dipstick.
It is normal to top up the oil level between two
services (or oil changes). It is recommended
that you check the level, and top up if necessary,
every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emissions control system,
never use additives in the engine oil.
Checking using the dipstick
For the location of the dipstick, please refer
to the illustration of the corresponding engine
compartment.
►

Grasp the dipstick by its coloured grip and
pull it out completely

.
►

Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean,
lint-free cloth.


► Reinsert the dipstick and push fully down,
then pull it out again to visually check the oil
level: the correct level is between marks A (max)
and B (min).
Do not start the engine if the level is:
– above mark A: contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
– below mark B: top up the engine oil
immediately.
Oil grade
Before topping up or changing the engine
oil, check that the oil is suitable for the engine
and complies with the recommendations in
the service schedule supplied with the vehicle
(or available from your PEUGEOT dealer and
qualified workshops).
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate
the contractual warranty in the event of
engine failure.
Topping up the engine oil level
For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please
refer to the corresponding under-bonnet engine
compartment illustration.

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► Reinsert the dipstick and push fully down,
then pull it out again to visually check the oil
level: the correct level is between marks A
(max)
and B (min).
Do not start the engine if the level is:
–

above mark
A: contact a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop.
–

below mark B

: top up the engine oil
immediately.
Oil grade
Before topping up or changing the engine
oil, check that the oil is suitable for the engine
and complies with the recommendations in
the service schedule supplied with the vehicle
(or available from your PEUGEOT dealer and
qualified workshops).
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate
the contractual warranty in the event of
engine failure.
Topping up the engine oil level
For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please
refer to the corresponding under-bonnet engine
compartment illustration.
► Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills
on engine components (risk of fire).
►

W
ait a few minutes before checking the level
again using the dipstick.
►

T
op up the level if necessary.
►

After checking the level, carefully screw the
oil filler cap back on

and replace the dipstick in
its tube.
Within 30 minutes of adding oil, the oil
level indication in the instrument panel
when the ignition is switched on is not valid.
Brake fluid
The level of this fluid should be close to the "MAX" mark. If not, check the brake
pad wear.
To know how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed
container.
Engine coolant
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 level presents a risk of serious damage to
the engine.
The level of this fluid should be close to the
"MAX" mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the " MIN” mark, it
is essential to top up.
When the engine is hot, the temperature of this
fluid is regulated by the fan.
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at
least one hour after switching off the engine
before carrying out any work.
In order to avoid the risk of scalding if you need
to top up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to
allow the pressure to drop.
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap
and top up to the required level.
Screenwash fluid
Top up to the required level when necessary.
Fluid specification
The fluid must be topped up with a ready-to-use
mixture.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a liquid
containing an agent to prevent freezing must
be used which is appropriate for the prevailing
conditions, in order to protect the elements of the
system (pump, tank, ducts, jets, etc.).
Filling with pure water is prohibited under
all circumstances (risk of freezing,
limestone deposits, etc.).

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7If the warning lamp stays on, this
indicates a low Diesel additive level.
For more information on Checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle, you
may, in exceptional circumstances, notice the
emission of water vapour at the exhaust on
acceleration. This does not affect the
behaviour of the vehicle or the environment.
New vehicle
The first particle filter regeneration
operations may be accompanied by a
"burning" smell, which is perfectly normal.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any routine servicing. However, in the event of a
problem, do not hesitate to have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
For more information on the Electric
parking brake, refer to the
corresponding section.
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.
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and
defrost them.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake disc
wear, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Wheels and tyres
The inflation pressure of all tyres,
including the spare wheel, must be
checked on "cold” tyres.
The pressures indicated 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 over 31 mph (50 km/h), add
0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values indicated 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 the
braking and road holding performance of the
vehicle. It is recommended to regularly check the
condition of the tyres (tread and sidewalls) and
wheel rims as well as the presence of the valves.
When the wear indicators no longer appear set
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is
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.

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Alphabetical index
Electric automatic gearbox (Hybrid) 105
Electric windows
38
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

78
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

78
Emergency call

76
Emergency switching off

99
Emergency warning lamps

75, 172
Emissions control system, SCR

19, 168
Energy economy mode

162
Energy flows

23
Energy recovery

19, 106
Engine

168
Engine compartment

164–165
Engine, Diesel

151, 164, 172, 199, 201
Engine, petrol

108, 164, 198
Engines

197–199, 201
Environment

7, 30, 54
e-Save function (energy reserve)

24
ESC (electronic stability control)

78
Expanded traffic sign recognition

11 6
F
Fatigue detection 130–131
Filling the AdBlue® tank
166, 169
Filling the fuel tank

151–152
Filter, air

166
Filter, oil

166
Filter, particle

166
Filter, passenger compartment

48, 166
Fitting a wheel

178–179
Fitting roof bars 160–161
Fittings, boot
60
Fittings, interior

55
Fittings, rear

59
Flap, charging

153, 156–158
Flap, fuel filler

151–152
Flashing indicators

66, 182
Flat bed (recovery)

195
Fluid, brake

165
Fluid, engine coolant

165
Foglamps, rear

65, 183
Folding the rear seats

47–48
Four-wheel drive (4WD)

162
Frequency (radio)

233–234
Fuel

7, 151
Fuel consumption

7, 19
Fuel tank

151–152
Full Park Assist

145
Fusebox, dashboard

184
Fusebox, engine compartment

184, 187–188
Fuses

183–184, 187–188
Fuses, dashboard

184
Fuses, engine compartment

189
G
Gauge, fuel 151
Gearbox, automatic
102–105, 107, 110, 167, 190
Gearbox, manual

102, 107, 110, 167
Gear lever, manual gearbox

102
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency
indicator
108–109
Glove box

55
G.P.S.

227
Grab handles

55
H
Hands-free access 36
Hands-free tailgate
34, 36–37
Hazard warning lamps

75, 172
headlamp adjustment

67
Headlamp adjustment

67
Headlamps, automatic dipping

68–69
Headlamps, automatic illumination

67
Headlamps, dipped beam

181–182
Headlamps, halogen

67, 181–182
Headlamps, main beam

181–182
Head restraints, front

42
Head restraints, rear

46–48
Heating

48, 53–54
Heating, additional

53–54
Heating, programmable

24, 53–54
Hi-Fi system

56
Hill start assist

106–107
Histogramme, fuel consumption

23–24
Horn

76
Horn for pedestrians

76
Hybrid

23, 98, 152, 202
Hybrid engine

202

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Alphabetical index
I
i-Cockpit® amplify function 44
Ignition
98, 238
Ignition on

98
Immobiliser, electronic

97
Indicator, AdBlue® range

18
Indicator, coolant temperature

18
Indicator, engine oil level

17
Indicators, direction

66, 182
Inflating tyres

167, 204
Inflating tyres and accessories
(using the kit)

174, 176
Infrared camera

69, 112
Instrument panel

9, 20–21, 113
Instrument panel (Hybrid)

9
Internet browser

228, 232
ISOFIX mountings

89
J
Jack 173–174, 177, 235
Jump starting
189
K
Key 25–26, 29
Key, electronic
27–28
Keyless Entry and Starting

27–29, 97–98
Key not recognised

99
Key with remote control 25, 97
Kit, hands-free
213–214, 236–237
Kit, puncture repair

173–174
Kit, temporary puncture repair

173–176
L
Labels, identification 204
Lamp, boot
64
Lamps, parking

66
Lamps, rear

182–183
Lams with “Full LED" technology

67, 69, 181
Lane assist

121, 125–126, 128
Lane departure warning active

131, 135
Leather (care)

171
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

66, 181–183
Level, AdBlue®

166
Level, brake fluid

165
Level, Diesel additive

166
Level, engine coolant

18, 165
Level, engine oil

17, 164
Levels and checks

164–166
Level, screenwash fluid

72, 165
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

66, 181–183
Lighting, cornering

69
Lighting dimmer

20
Lighting, exterior

65
Lighting, guide-me home

26, 67–68
Lighting, interior

58–59
Lighting, mood

59
Lighting, welcome

67–68
Loading 160–161
Load reduction mode
162
Locating your vehicle

26
Locking

26–27
Locking from the inside

30
Locking the doors

30–31
Long objects, transporting

60
Low fuel level

151
Lumbar

42–43
M
Mains socket (domestic network) 154, 158
Maintenance (advice)
153, 170
Maintenance, routine

113, 166
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)

11 2
Map reading lamps

59–60
Markings, identification

204
Massage function

44
Massage, multi-point

44
Mat

58, 113
Memorising a speed

120–121
Menu

212
Menu, main

23
Menus (audio)

207–208, 220–221
Menu short cuts

23
Messages

238
Messages, quick

238
Mirror, rear view

46
Mirrors, door

45–46, 52, 135
Mirror, vanity

55