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7► Turn the blue cap of the AdBlue® tank anti-
clockwise and remove it.
►
 
With a container of 
AdBlue
®: after checking 
the expiry date, read the instructions on the 
label carefully before pouring the contents of the 
container into the vehicle's AdBlue
® tank.
►
 With an 
AdBlue® pump: insert the nozzle and 
fill the tank until the nozzle automatically cuts 
out.
In order not to overfill the AdBlue® tank:
–
 Add between 10 and 13 litres using 
AdBlue® containers.
–
 Stop after the nozzle’ s first automatic cut-
out, if you are refilling at a service station.
The system only registers AdBlue
® 
intermediate top-ups of 5
 
litres or more.
If  the AdBlue® tank is completely empty 
– which is confirmed by the message 
“Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible ” – it is 
essential to add at least 10
  litres.
Top-up detection may not be instantaneous 
after addition. It may take a few minutes of 
driving before the top-up detection is effective.
Maintenance
For more information on the  Engine 
compartment, in particular the location of the 
components under the bonnet, refer to the 
corresponding section.
For the maintenance of your vehicle, you can 
also contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Vehicle maintenance must always be 
carried out with the engine switched off 
and the ignition off.
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).
Wait at least one hour after switching off the 
engine before working on the vehicle - risk of 
burns!
Take care with objects or clothing that could 
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan - 
risk of strangulation!
Always wear gloves, protective glasses and 
suitable clothing to avoid direct contact with 
liquids against the skin or eyes.
In the event of contact with the skin, wash 
the affected area thoroughly with soap and 
running water.
In the event of contact with the eyes, 
immediately rinse the eyes with large 
amounts of water or with an eye wash 
solution for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical 
attention if you feel a persistent burning 
sensation or irritation.
Never go underneath the vehicle raised 
using a jack; always use an axle 
stand-type support.
When working on the vehicle's electrical 
system, take care not to cause a short circuit - 
risk of burns and fire.
Flammable products and all sources of heat 
(sparks, for example) must be kept away from 
the battery, the fuel tank and all components 
of the fuel system.
Never run the engine in a closed space 
without sufficient ventilation; always use a 
ventilation system such as an exhaust gas 
extractor, for example.
Never leave liquids (oil, coolant) unattended. 
Keep these liquids out of the reach of children 
and animals.
The liquids and components replaced  must have the same characteristics and 
comply with the manufacturer's 
recommendations.
General checks
Check the following components to ensure 
proper operation and longevity of the vehicle.
For more information on the components
  to be 
checked, refer to the Checking levels, Checks 
and Advice on care
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Daily checks
Check that all vehicle lamps (front and 
rear) are working properly.
Check the condition of the door mirrors and 
the adjustment controls.
Check that all the doors can be opened, 
closed and locked correctly.
Regularly check all levels, the condition of the 
tyres and the bodywork.
Monthly checks
Check:
–
 
The engine coolant level.
–
 
The absence of leaks on all the pipes and 
hoses visible on the vehicle as well as the 
tanks.
–
 
The proper functioning of the elements of 
the: •
 
Heating and ventilation system.
•
 
Air conditioning system.
•
 
Parking brake (application and release).
•
 
Horn.
–
 
The tightening of the wheel nuts (if 
necessary
, retighten them to the specific 
tightening values).
–
 
The good condition of the wipers.
–
 
The absence of significant play in the 
steering wheel and steering.
–
 
The correct travel of the brake pedal as 
well as the clutch pedal.
General recommendations 
related to maintenance 
operations
Electronic engine management 
computer
The electronic computer is not completely 
waterproof. When performing maintenance 
in the rain or washing the engine, it must be 
protected from water.
Never remove or disconnect any part of the 
electronic injection system to avoid the entry 
of moisture, oil or any other foreign body.
Do not install a radio antenna or other 
equipment likely to generate interference near 
the electronic computer.
Do not expose the electronic computer to a 
temperature higher than 105°C.
Before any welding operation on the vehicle, 
it is essential to disconnect the electronic 
computer - risk of damage to the electronic 
system components.
Fuel system
All work on the fuel system must be 
carried out only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Electrical system
Never:
– disconnect the battery cables or the 
electrical wiring harness connectors when the 
engine is running.
–
 
reverse the polarities when reconnecting 
the battery (risk of damage to electronic 
components).
–
 
pierce the insulation of the electrical wires 
during an electrical check or diagnosis.
Changing the 12   V battery
Petrol and BlueHDi Diesel engines 
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7► Change the plug seal and screw the plug 
back on the housing (tighten to a torque of 3.5 to 
4 daN.m).
For more information on  Engine oil and in 
particular on oil filling and checking the level, 
refer to the corresponding section.
Always change engine oil with an oil  corresponding to the engine and in 
accordance with the manufacturer's 
recommendations.
Never start the engine without oil - risk of 
serious damage to the engine!
Be careful, the oil is a petroleum-based 
product. It is harmful if swallowed and 
irritating to the skin and eyes.
Keep the drained oil out of the reach of 
children and animals.
Changing the  oil filter
Petrol engine 
 
HDi Diesel engine 
 
BlueHDi Diesel engine 
 
► Switch off the engine and the ignition.
►  Under the vehicle, place a container below 
the oil filter
.
►
 
Loosen and remove the oil filter with a 
suitable wrench.
►
 
Clean the seal face using a clean, lint-free 
cloth.
►
 
Oil the seal of the new filter (use new oil).
►
 
Screw the new filter back on, making sure 
that the seal is correctly positioned against the 
seal face.
►
 
T
 ighten the oil filter correctly with your hands, 
without forcing it, to avoid leaks.
After the operation, check the engine oil  level with the dipstick and top up if 
necessary.
For more information on  Engine oil and in 
particular on checking the level, refer to the 
corresponding section.
Never start the engine without the oil 
filter - risk of splashing and serious 
damage to the engine!
Changing the Diesel fuel 
filter
HDi Diesel engine 
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7– cleaning products directly on the throttle 
bearings as well as on the body's connector;
–
 
hard, sharp or abrasive tools to remove 
difficult deposits. Use a soft cloth with a 
suitable detergent.
Refitting the throttle body
Before refitting the throttle body, check 
the condition of the seal. If it is damaged, 
replace it with a new one.
►
 
Install the seal on the intake manifold and fit 
the throttle body 
B, making sure that the seal 
does not fall.
For reassembly, carry out the operations in the 
reverse order to those for removal. Tighten the 
screws to the correct tightening torque.
Free-wheeling
In certain situations, you must allow the vehicle 
to free-wheel (while being towed, on a rolling 
road, in an automatic car wash, or being 
transported by rail or sea freight, etc.).
The procedure differs depending on the type of 
gearbox and transmission.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended 
while coasting.
  /  
To release them
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine 
running, depress the brake pedal and release 
the parking brake.
►
 
With a manual gearbox, move the gear lever 
into neutral.
►
 
With an automatic gearbox, select position  N
.
►
 
For 4-wheel drive vehicles (4x4), put the 
transmission selector in  2H
  mode.
►
 
Switch the ignition off.
Advice on care and maintenance
General recommendations
Observe the following recommendations to avoid 
damaging the vehicle.
Exterior
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in 
the engine compartment - risk of 
damaging the electrical components!
Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or 
extremely cold conditions.
When washing the vehicle in an 
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure 
to lock the doors and, depending on version, 
move the electronic key away.
When using a pressure washer, keep the jet 
nozzle at a minimum distance of 30 cm from 
the vehicle (particularly when cleaning areas 
containing chipped paint, sensors or seals).
Promptly clean up any stains containing 
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's 
paintwork (including tree resin, bird 
droppings, insect secretions, pollen and tar).
Depending on the environment, clean the 
vehicle frequently to remove salty deposits 
(in coastal areas), soot (in industrial areas) 
and mud/salts (in wet or cold areas). These 
substances can be highly corrosive.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop for advice on removing stubborn 
stains requiring special products (such as tar 
or insect removers).
Apply silicone oil to the door and window 
seals every year and regularly lubricate the 
door hinges and the locks.
To avoid damaging the seals when the vehicle 
is parked for a long time, apply silicone-based 
lubricant to the door seals and wax on the 
bodywork in contact with the seals.
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed 
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Interior
When washing the vehicle, never use a 
water hose or high-pressure jet to clean 
the interior.
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Alphabetical index
Grab handles     41
H
Hazard warning lamps     53, 114
Headlamp beam height     
49
Headlamps (adjustment)
    
49
Headlamps, automatic operation
    
49
Headlamps, dipped beam
    
120, 122
Headlamps, halogen
    
120–121
Headlamps, main beam
    
120, 122
Head restraints, front
    
30
Head restraints, rear
    
32, 34
Heating
    
36–38, 40
Hill Assist Descent Control (HADC)
    
56
Hill start assist
    
77–78
Hooks
    
43
Horn
    
54
I
Ignition    71
Ignition on     
71
Immobiliser, electronic
    
68
Indicator, AdBlue®  range
    
14
Indicator, coolant temperature
   
13
Indicators, direction
    
49, 122
Indicator, service
    
13–14
Inflating tyres
    
102, 136
Information, vehicle
    
148
Infrared camera    80
Instrument panel     
8, 16, 81
ISOFIX mountings
    
64
J
Jack    116–117
Jump starting     
126
K
Key    20–21, 24
Key, electronic     
22–23
Keyless Entry and Starting
   
22, 70
Key not recognised
    
71
Key with remote control
    
20–21, 68
Kit, hands-free
    
139–140
Klaxon
    
54
L
Labels, identification     135
Lamps, parking     
49
Lamps, rear
    
123
Lamps with Full LED technology
    
48
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
   
84, 86
Leather (care)
    
11 3
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes
    
48, 120, 123
Level, AdBlue®
    
100
Level, brake fluid     99
Level, Diesel additive     
101
Level, engine coolant
    
13, 99
Level, engine oil
    
98
Level, power steering fluid
    
99
Levels and checks
    
97–100
Level, screenwash fluid
    
51, 100
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs
    
48, 120, 123
Lighting
    
46
Lighting, cornering
    
48
Lighting dimmer
    
16
Lighting, exterior
    
47
Lighting, guide-me home
    
50
Lighting, interior
    
43
Lighting, mood
    
16
Lighting, welcome
    
50
Loading
    
45, 96
Load restraint
    
45
Locating your vehicle
    
21
Locking
    
21–22
Locking from the inside
    
23
Locking the doors
    
23
M
Maintenance     105
Maintenance (advice)     
111
Maintenance, routine
    
81, 100, 103
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)
    
80
Map reading lamps
    
43
Map reading lamps, front
    
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