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Practical information
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate
your warranty in the event of engine failure.
appropriate for the temperature conditions
Engine coolant
must be used in order to protect the system's
components (pump, tank, ducts, jets).
It is normal to top up this fluid between
two services.
The check and top-up must only be done with the
engine cold.
Topping up the engine oil level
Filling with pure water is prohibited in all
circumstances (risk of freezing, limescale,
etc.).
For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please
refer to the corresponding engine compartment
illustration.
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.
►ꢀ Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills
on engine components (risk of fire).
►ꢀ Wait a few minutes before checking the level
again using the dipstick.
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel with
particle filter)
On reaching the minimum level in the
particle filter additive tank, this warning
lamp comes on fixed, accompanied by an audible
signal and a warning message.
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.
►ꢀ Top up the level if necessary.
►ꢀ After checking the level, carefully screw the
oil filler cap back on and replace the dipstick in
its tube.
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at least
one hour after switching off the engine before
carrying out any work.
Topping up
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.
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.
The topping up of this additive must be carried
out quickly.
Visit a dealer or a qualified workshop.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap
and top up to the required level.
Brake fluid
The level of this fluid should be close to the
"MAX" mark. If not, check the brake pads
for wear.
reached.
Screenwash fluid
For more information on the Indicators and in
particular the AdBlue range indicators, refer to
the corresponding section.
Top up to the required level when
necessary.
To know how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
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.
Fluid specification
The fluid must be topped up with a pre-mixed
product.
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed
container.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid
containing an anti-freeze agent which is