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If the level is close to or below

the "MIN" mark, it is essential to contact a

PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

For more information on AdBlue^®(BlueHDi),

and in particular the supply of AdBlue, refer to

the corresponding section.

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.

Checks

Unless otherwise indicated, check these

components in accordance with the

manufacturer's service schedule and according

to your engine.

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).

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.

Filling with pure water is prohibited in all

circumstances (risk of freezing,

limescale, etc.).

12 V battery

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.

The battery does not require any

maintenance.

(Electric)

Check regularly that the terminals are correctly

tightened (versions without quick-release

terminals) and that the connections are clean.

Do not top up the coolant.

For more information on the precautions

to take before any work on the 12 V

battery, refer to the corresponding section.

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brake must be adjusted, even between two

Versions equipped with Stop & Start are

ﬁtted with a 12 V lead-acid battery with

special technology and speciﬁcations.

Its replacement should be carried out only by

a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

lighting of this warning lamp, accompanied by an

alert message.

As soon as the traﬃc conditions permit,

regenerate the ﬁlter by driving at a speed of at

least 37 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp

goes oﬀ.

services.

This system must be checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

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.

Following prolonged operation of the

vehicle at very low speed or at idle, you

may, in exceptional circumstances, notice

water vapour coming from the exhaust while

accelerating. These emissions have no

impact on the vehicle’s behaviour and the

environment.

Passenger compartment

ﬁlter

Depending on the environment and the

use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,

city driving), change it twice as often, if

necessary.

For more information on the Electric

parking brake, refer to the

corresponding section.

A clogged passenger compartment ﬁlter

can adversely aﬀect air conditioning

system performance and generate

undesirable odours.

New vehicle

During the ﬁrst few particle ﬁlter

regeneration operations, you may notice a

"burning" smell. This is perfectly normal.

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.

Air ﬁlter

Manual gearbox

Depending on the environment and the

use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,

city driving), change it twice as often, if

necessary.

The gearbox does not require any

maintenance (no oil change).

Automatic gearbox

Oil ﬁlter

The gearbox does not require any

maintenance (no oil change).

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.

Change the oil ﬁlter each time the engine

oil is changed.

Manual parking brake

Particle ﬁlter (Diesel)

If you notice excessive brake lever travel

The start of clogging of the particle

or decreased eﬀectiveness, the parking

ﬁlter is indicated by the temporary

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AdBlue^®(BlueHDi)

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.

Always mark the direction of rotation on the tyres

that will be stored when ﬁtting winter or summer

tyres. Store them in a cool, dry place and away

from direct exposure to the sun's rays.

Winter or 4-seasons tyres can be

identiﬁed by this symbol on their

Brake disc/drum wear

For any information on checking brake

disc/drum wear, contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

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 combines SCR (Selective Catalytic

Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) for

the treatment of exhaust gases.

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.

SCR system

sidewalls.

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.

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.

Under-inﬂation increases energy

consumption. Non-compliant tyre

pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely

and have an adverse eﬀect on the vehicle's

road holding - risk of accident!

The AdBlue^®is contained in a special

tank holding about 15 litres.

Its capacity allows a driving range of

approximately 3,900 miles (6,500 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 is immobilised.

Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the

braking and road holding performance of the

vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the

tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as

the presence of the valve caps.

When the wear indicators no longer appear set

back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is

less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as

possible.

Timing and accessory kits

The 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.

For more information on the Warning

and indicator lamps and the associated

alerts, or the Indicators, please refer to the

corresponding sections.

Using diﬀerent size wheels and tyres from those

speciﬁed can aﬀect the lifetime of tyres, wheel

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Once the AdBlue^®tank is empty, a device

required by law prevents the engine from

being restarted.

For the correct operation of the SCR

system:

– Use only AdBlue^®ﬂuid that meets the ISO

22241 standard.

– Never transfer AdBlue^®to another container

as it would lose its purity.

– Never dilute AdBlue^®with water.

eye wash solution for at least 15 minutes. Seek

medical attention if you feel a persistent burning

sensation or irritation.

If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth

with clean water and then drink plenty of water.

In certain conditions (high temperature, for

example), the risk of release of ammonia cannot

be excluded: do not inhale the ﬂuid. Ammonia

vapours have an irritant eﬀect on mucous

membranes (eyes, nose and throat).

If the SCR system is faulty, the level of

emissions from the vehicle will no longer meet

the Euro 6 standard and the vehicle starts

polluting the environment.

In the event of a conﬁrmed SCR system

malfunction, it is essential to visit a

PEUGEOT dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop.

After 685 miles (1,100 km), a device is

automatically activated to prevent the engine

from starting.

You can obtain AdBlue^®from a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop, as well as service

stations equipped with AdBlue^®pumps specially

designed for passenger vehicles.

Store AdBlue^®out of the reach of

children, in its original container.

Recommendations on storage

In both cases, a range indicator indicates

the distance that can be travelled before the

vehicle is stopped.

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.

Procedure

Before starting the top-up procedure, ensure that

the vehicle is parked on a ﬂat and level surface.

In wintry conditions, ensure that the temperature

of the vehicle is above -11°C. Otherwise the

AdBlue^®may be frozen and so cannot be poured

into the tank. Park the vehicle in a warmer area

for a few hours to allow the top-up to be carried

out.

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.

If the ﬂuid has frozen, it can be used once it has

completely thawed out at room temperature.

Never store AdBlue^®containers in your

vehicle.

Never pour the AdBlue^®into the Diesel

fuel tank.

Supply of AdBlue^®

Precautions for use

AdBlue^®is a urea-based solution. This ﬂuid is

non-ﬂammable, colourless and odourless (when

kept in a cool place).

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.

If any AdBlue^®is splashed, or if there are

any spillages on the bodywork, rinse

immediately with cold water or wipe with a

damp cloth.

If the ﬂuid has crystallised, clean it oﬀ using a

sponge and hot water.

In the event of contact with the skin, wash the

aﬀected area 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

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Important: in the event of a top-up after

► With an AdBlue^®pump: insert the nozzle and

ﬁll the tank until the nozzle automatically cuts

out.

To release them

a breakdown because of a lack of

AdBlue, it is essential to wait around 5

minutes before switching on the ignition,

without opening the driver’s door,

unlocking the vehicle, inserting the key

into the ignition switch, or bringing the

key for the "Keyless Entry and Starting"

system into the passenger compartment.

Switch on the ignition, then wait for 10

seconds before starting the engine.

► With the engine running and while depressing

the brake pedal, move the gear selector to the

neutral position.

► While depressing the brake pedal, switch oﬀ

the ignition.

► Release the brake pedal, then switch on the

ignition again.

► While depressing the brake pedal, press the

control to release the parking brake.

► Release the brake pedal, then switch oﬀ the

ignition.

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^®top-ups of

5 litres or more.

► Switch oﬀ the ignition and remove the key

from the switch to switch oﬀ the engine.

► With Keyless Entry and Starting, press the

"START/STOP" button to switch oﬀ the engine.

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 5 litres.

Reverting to normal operation

► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the

engine.

With EAT8 automatic

gearbox and manual parking

Free-wheeling

In certain situations, it is necessary to put the

vehicle into free-wheeling mode (e.g. towing, on

a rolling road, automatic car wash (Wash mode),

rail or sea transport).

brake

Release procedure

The procedure varies according to the type of

gearbox and parking brake.

► With the vehicle stationary and the engine

running, select mode N and switch oﬀ the

ignition.

With manual or EAT6

automatic gearbox and

electric parking brake

► 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.

Within 5 seconds:

► Switch on the ignition again.

► While depressing the brake pedal, move the

push selector forwards or backwards to conﬁrm

mode N.

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