2021 PEUGEOT 208 coolant

155
Practical information
7All work must be carried out only by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
Electric motor

1.Screenwash fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir (level only)
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery/Fuses
5. Remote earth point (-)
6. Fusebox
7. 400
V electrical circuit
8. Emergency circuit-breaker for emergency
services and maintenance technicians
For more information on the Charging system
(Electric), refer to the corresponding section.
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.

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Practical information
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is
reached.
For more information on the Indicators and in
particular the AdBlue range indicators, refer to
the corresponding section.
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised in
accordance with regulations, you must top up the
AdBlue tank.
For more information on AdBlue
® (BlueHDi),
and in particular the supply of AdBlue, refer to
the corresponding section.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule and according
to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in the
braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers
very specific products.
Oil grade
Before topping up or changing the
engine oil, check that the oil is suitable
for your engine and complies with the
recommendations in the service schedule
supplied with the vehicle (or available
from your PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop).
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate
your 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 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.
The oil level indication displayed on the instrument panel when the ignition is
switched on is not valid for 30 minutes
following an addition of oil.
Brake fluid
The level of this fluid should be close to
the "MAX" mark. If not, check the brake
pads for 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
(Petrol or Diesel)
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 level of coolant that is too low risks causing
major damage to the engine; the coolant level
must be close to the "MAX" mark without ever
going above it.
If the level is close to or below the " MIN" mark, it
is essential to top it up.
When the engine is hot, the temperature of the
coolant 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.
(Electric)
Do not top up the coolant.
If the level is close to or below
the "MIN" mark, it is essential to contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
Screenwash fluid
Top up to the required level when necessary.
Fluid specification
The fluid must be topped up with a pre-mixed
product.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid
containing an anti-freeze agent which is
appropriate for the temperature conditions
must be used in order to protect the system's
components (pump, tank, ducts, jets).
Filling with pure water is prohibited in all
circumstances (risk of freezing,
limescale, etc.).

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Alphabetical index
Engine 159
Engine compartment
154
Engine, Diesel

136, 154, 164, 184
Engine, petrol

154, 182
Engines

181–182, 184
Environment

7, 36, 85
ESC (electronic stability control)

68
Expanded traffic sign recognition

107–108
Exterior lighting

60
F
Fatigue detection 126–127
Filling the AdBlue® tank
157, 160
Filling the fuel tank

136–137
Filter, air

157
Filter, oil

157
Filter, particle

157
Filter, passenger compartment

46, 157
Fitting a wheel

169–170
Fitting roof bars

150
Fittings, boot

55
Fittings, interior

51–52
Flap, fuel filler

136–137
Flashing indicators

58, 173
Fluid, brake

156
Fluid, engine coolant

156
Foglamp, rear

57, 174
Folding the rear seats

45–46
Frequency (radio)

223
Fuel

7, 136
Fuel consumption

7
Fuel tank 136–137
Fuses
175
G
Gauge, fuel 136
Gearbox, automatic
92, 94–97, 99, 158, 176
Gearbox, manual

92, 99, 158
Gear lever, manual gearbox

92
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency
indicator

100
Glove box

52
G.P.S.

217
H
Hazard warning lamps 65, 164
headlamp adjustment
59
Headlamp adjustment

59
Headlamps, automatic dipping

61
Headlamps, automatic illumination

59
Headlamps, dipped beam

172–173
Headlamps, halogen

59, 172–174
Headlamps, main beam

61, 172–173
Head restraints, front

41
Head restraints, rear

45–46
Heating

46
Heating, programmable

28, 51
High voltage

137
Hill start assist

99–100
Histogramme, fuel consumption

28
Horn 66
I
Ignition 88, 227
Ignition on
88
Ignition switch

86–87
Immobiliser, electronic

85
Indicator, AdBlue® range

20
Indicator, coolant temperature

20
Indicator, engine oil level

19
Indicators, direction

58, 173
Inflating tyres

158, 186
Inflating tyres and accessories
(using the kit)

166, 168
Infrared camera

104
Instrument panel

9–11, 23–24, 104
Instrument panel, LCD

9
Instrument panel, matrix

9
Internet browser

218, 221
ISOFIX mountings

78
J
Jack 165–166, 168, 224
Jump starting
176
K
Key 30–31, 34–35

240
Alphabetical index
Key, electronic 32–33
Keyless Entry and Starting
32–33, 87–88
Key not recognised

88–89
Key with remote control

30, 85–86
Kit, hands-free

192–193, 204, 226
Kit, puncture repair

165
Kit, temporary puncture repair

164–166, 168
L
Labels 6
Labels, identification
186
Lamp, boot

55
Lamps, parking

58
Lamps, rear

173
Lams with Full LED technology

59
Lane assist

111, 115–117
Lane departure warning active

119
Leather (care)

162
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

58, 172
Level, AdBlue®

157
Level, brake fluid

156
Level, Diesel additive

157
Level, engine coolant

20, 156
Level, engine oil

19, 155
Levels and checks

154–156
Level, screenwash fluid

62, 156
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

58, 172
Lighting dimmer

23
Lighting, exterior

57, 60
Lighting, guide-me home

31, 60
Lighting, interior

53–54
Lighting, mood 54
Lighting, welcome
60
Loading

150
Load reduction mode

153
Locating your vehicle

31
Locking

31, 33
Locking from the inside

34
Locking the doors

34
Low fuel level

136
Lumbar

42
M
Mains socket (domestic network) 139
Maintenance (advice)
55, 138, 162
Maintenance, routine

104, 157–159
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)

103
Map reading lamps

53
Markings, identification

186
Massage function

42
Mat

53, 104
Menu

203
Menu, main

27
Menus (audio)

188–189, 198–199, 210–211
Menu short cuts

27
Messages

228
Messages, quick

228
Minimum traction battery charge level
(Electric)

22
Mirror, rear view

44
Mirrors, door

43–44, 50, 122
Mirror, vanity

52
Misfuel prevention 137
Mobile application
28, 51, 145
Motor, electric

88, 155, 185
Mountings, ISOFIX

78
N
Navigation 215–217
Navigation, connected
218–220
O
Obstacle detection 127
Oil change
155
Oil consumption

155
OIl, engine

155
On-board tools

55, 164–166
Opening the bonnet

153–154
Opening the boot

32, 37
Opening the doors

32, 37
Opening the panoramic sunroof blind

54
Opening the windows

30
P
Pads, brake 158
Paint
162, 186
Paint colour code

186
Panoramic glass sunroof

54–55
Parcel shelf, rear

55

242
Alphabetical index
Side parking sensors 128
Silent vehicle warning sound (Electric)
66, 85
Smartphone

29, 52
Snow chains

102, 150–151
Snow screen

151
Socket, 12 V accessory

52
Socket, auxiliary

191, 202, 224
Socket, Jack

224
Speed limiter

107–109
Speed limit recognition

104, 106
Speedometer

9–10, 104
Sport mode

99
Spotlamps, side

60
Stability control (ESC)

68–69
Starting a Diesel engine

136
Starting the engine

86, 88
Starting the vehicle

86–87, 94–96
Starting using another battery

88, 176
Station, radio

189–190, 199–200, 223
Stay, bonnet

154
Steering mounted controls,
audio

187–188, 197, 210
Steering wheel, adjustment

43
Stickers, customising ~ Stickers,
expressive

162
Stopping the vehicle

86–88, 94–97
Stop & Start

25, 47, 50, 100–101, 136, 153, 157, 178
Storage

52
Storage box

55
Storage wells

55
Sunshine sensor

46
Sun visor

52Super-fast charging (Electric) 144–146, 185
Suspension
158
Switching off the engine

86, 88
Synchronising the remote control

36
T
Tables of engines 185
Tank, fuel
136–137
Technical data

182, 184–185
Telephone

192–193, 204–205, 226–228
Temperature, coolant

20
Thermal comfort consumption indicator
(Electric)

22
Thermal comfort equipment

22
Time (setting)

194, 206, 230
TMC (Traffic info)

217
Tool box

55
Tools

164–166
Topping-up AdBlue®

160
Top Tether (fixing)

78
Total distance recorder

23
Touch screen

25–26, 28, 51
Touch-sensitive reading lamps

54
Towball, quickly detachable

147–149
Towbar

69, 146
Towbar with quickly detachable
towball

147–149
Towed loads

181–182, 184
Towing another vehicle

178, 180
Traction battery (Electric)

22, 28,
137–138, 185
Traction control (ASR) 68–69
Traffic information (TMC)
217
Trailer

69, 146
Trailer stability assist (TSA)

69
Trajectory control systems

68
Triangle, warning

164
Trip computer

24–25
Trip distance recorder

23
Tyres

158, 186
Tyre under-inflation detection

102, 166
U
Under-inflation (detection) 102
Unlocking
30, 32
Unlocking from the inside

34
Unlocking the boot

33
Unlocking the doors

34
Unlocking the tailgate

33
Updating the date

207, 229
Updating the time

194, 206, 230
USB

191, 201, 203, 220, 224
V
Vehicle data recording and privacy 234
Ventilation
46
Video

225
Visibility

50
Visiopark 1

129
Voice commands

212–215