Practical information -> Checks for Your Peugeot 208 4 Door First Generation (2012-2019)

Practical information  
Topping up  
Coolant level  
Screenwash fluid level  
This additive must be topped up without delay  
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Check the coolant level regularly.  
It is normal to top up the fluid  
between two services.  
Top up to the required level when  
necessary.  
Level of AdBlue  
Fluid speciꢀcation  
The check and top-up must only be done with  
the engine cold.  
A low coolant level presents a risk of serious  
damage to your engine.  
The coolant level 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.  
An alert is triggered once the reserve level is  
reached.  
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised as per  
regulations, you must top up the AdBlue tank.  
The screenwash fluid must be topped up with  
a ready for use mix.  
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid with  
antifreeze must be used that is appropriate for  
the prevailing conditions, in order to preserve  
the elements of the system (pump, tank, ducts,  
etc.).  
For more information on AdBlue (BlueHDi  
engines), and in particular on topping up the  
tank, refer to the corresponding section.  
Filling with pure water is prohibited under all  
circumstances (risk of freezing, limestone  
deposits, etc.).  
When the engine is hot, the temperature of the  
coolant is regulated by the fan.  
In addition, as the cooling system is  
pressurised, wait at least one hour after  
switching off the engine before carrying out any  
work.  
To avoid the risk of scalding when 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.  
Diesel fuel additive level  
(Diesel with particle filter)  
Otherwise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
The additive reservoir low level is  
indicated by fixed illumination of this  
warning lamp, accompanied by an  
audible signal and a message that  
the particle filter additive level is  
too low.  
12 V battery  
The battery does not require any  
maintenance.  
However, check regularly that the  
terminals are correctly tightened  
(versions without quick release terminals)  
and that the connections are clean.  
The cooling fan may start after  
switching off the engine: take care  
with articles and clothing that might be  
caught by the fan blades.  
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