Checks for Your Peugeot 3008 SUV First Generation (2008-2015)

Checks  
Fuel tank  
Capacity of the tank: approximately 60 litres.  
Low fuel level  
Refuelling  
A label affixed to the inside of the filler flap  
reminds you of the type of fuel to be used  
according to your engine.  
More than 5 litres of fuel must be added in  
order to be registered by the fuel gauge.  
The key cannot be removed from the  
lock until the cap is put back on the  
tank.  
Opening the cap may trigger an inrush  
of air. This vacuum, which is completely  
normal, is caused by the sealing of the  
fuel system.  
When the low fuel level is reached,  
this warning lamp comes on in the  
instrument panel, accompanied by  
an audible signal and a message in  
the multifunction screen. When the lamp first  
comes on, there is approximately 6 litres of  
fuel remaining.  
Until sufficient fuel has been added, this  
warning lamp appears every time the ignition  
is switched on, accompanied by an audible  
signal and a message. When driving, this  
audible signal and message are repeated with  
increasing frequency, as the fuel level drops  
towards "0".  
You must refuel to avoid running out of  
fuel.  
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer also  
to the "Checks" section.  
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Operating fault  
A malfunction of the fuel gauge is indicated by  
the return to zero of the fuel gauge needle.  
Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
To fill the tank safely:  
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remove the cap and secure it on the hook,  
located on the inside of the flap,  
fill the tank, but do not continue after the  
3rd cut-off of the nozzle; this could cause  
malfunctions.  
With Stop & Start, never refuel with the  
system in STOP mode; you must switch  
off the ignition with the key.  
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the engine must be switched off,  
open the fuel filler flap,  
insert the key in the cap, then turn it to  
the left,  
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When refuelling is complete:  
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put the cap back in place,  
turn the key to the right, then remove it  
from the cap,  
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close the filler flap.  
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Fuel used for petrol engines Fuel used for Diesel  
engines  
DIESEL  
The Diesel engines are compatible with  
biofuels which conform to current and future  
European standards (Diesel fuel which  
complies with standard EN 590 mixed with  
The petrol engines are compatible with  
E10 type petrol biofuels (containing  
10 % ethanol), conforming to European  
standards EN 228 and EN 15376.  
E85 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol)  
are reserved exclusively for vehicles marketed  
for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex  
vehicles). The quality of the ethanol must  
comply with European standard EN 15293.  
a biofuel which complies with standard  
EN 14214) available at the pumps (containing  
up to 7 % Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).  
B30 biofuel can be used in certain Diesel  
engines. However, this use, even occasional,  
requires strict application of the special  
servicing conditions. Contact a PEUGEOT  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel  
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,  
domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of  
damage to the engine and fuel system).  
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Misfuel prevention (Diesel)*  
Mechanical device which prevents filling the tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It avoids the risk of  
engine damage that can result from filling with the wrong fuel.  
Travelling abroad  
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be different  
in other countries, the presence of the misfuel  
prevention device may make refuelling  
impossible.  
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention device appears when the filler cap is removed.  
Operation  
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with misfuel  
protection, so before travelling abroad, we  
recommend that you check with the PEUGEOT  
dealer network, whether your vehicle is suitable  
for the fuel pumps in the country in which you  
intend to travel.  
It remains possible to use a fuel can to  
fill the tank.  
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,  
do not place the nozzle of the fuel can  
in direct contact with the flap of the  
misfuel prevention device and pour  
slowly.  
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the  
fuel filler neck of your Diesel vehicle, it comes  
into contact with the flap. The system remains  
closed and prevents filling.  
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type  
filler nozzle.  
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* Depending on the country of sale.  
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)  
Other engines  
BlueHDi engines  
F
Add at least five litres of Diesel fuel to the  
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Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of  
tank.  
Diesel.  
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Open the bonnet.  
If necessary, unclip the styling cover for  
access to the priming pump.  
Switch on the ignition (without starting the  
engine).  
Wait around 6 seconds and switch off the  
ignition.  
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Squeeze and release the priming pump  
repeatedly until resistance is felt (there  
may be resistance at the first press).  
Operate the starter to start the engine  
(if the engine does not start at the first  
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before  
trying again).  
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Repeat the operation 10 times.  
Operate the starter to run the engine.  
On vehicles fitted with Diesel engines, the fuel  
system must be primed if you run out of fuel.  
For all versions other than BlueHDi, refer to the  
corresponding engine compartment view.  
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If the engine does not start after a few  
attempts, operate the priming pump again  
then start the engine.  
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Refit the styling cover and clip it in place.  
Close the bonnet.  
For more information on the Diesel  
misfuel prevention device, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
If the engine does not start first time,  
don't keep trying but start the procedure  
again from the beginning.  
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Bonnet  
Opening  
The location of the interior bonnet  
release lever prevents opening of  
the bonnet while the front left door is  
closed.  
Do not open the bonnet in high winds.  
When the engine is hot, handle the  
exterior safety catch and the bonnet  
stay with care (risk of burns).  
Before doing anything under the  
bonnet, switch off the Stop & Start  
system to avoid any risk of injury  
resulting from an automatic change to  
START mode.  
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Open the front left door.  
Pull the interior bonnet release lever A,  
located at the bottom of the door aperture.  
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Unclip the stay C from its housing.  
Fix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet  
open.  
The cooling fan may start after  
Closing  
switching off the engine: take care  
with articles and clothing that might  
become caught by the fan blades.  
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Take the stay out of the support notch.  
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Clip the stay in its housing.  
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end  
of its travel.  
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Pull on the bonnet to check that it is  
secured correctly.  
Because of the presence of electrical  
equipment under the bonnet, it is  
recommended that exposure to water  
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.  
F
Push the exterior safety catch B to the left  
and raise the bonnet.  
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Underbonnet - petrol engines  
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing certain components.  
1. Power steering reservoir.  
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.  
3. Coolant header tank.  
4. Brake fluid reservoir.  
5. Battery / Fuses.  
6. Fusebox.  
8. Engine oil dipstick.  
9. Engine oil filler cap.  
10. Earth point ("-" terminal).  
7. Air filter.  
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Underbonnet - Diesel engines  
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids, for replacing certain components and for priming the fuel system.  
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1. Power steering reservoir.  
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.  
3. Coolant header tank.  
5. Battery / Fuses.  
6. Fusebox.  
7. Air filter.  
9. Engine oil filler cap.  
10. Priming pump*.  
11. Earth point ("-" terminal).  
4. Brake fluid reservoir.  
8. Engine oil dipstick.  
* Depending on engine.  
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Checking levels  
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.  
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
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).  
Engine oil level  
The check is carried out either when  
Checking using the dipstick  
the ignition is switched on using the  
oil level indicator in the instrument  
F
Locate the dipstick in the engine  
compartment of your vehicle.  
panel for vehicles so equipped, or  
using the dipstick.  
A = MAX  
B = MIN  
For more information on the petrol or Diesel  
engine, refer to the corresponding section.  
To ensure that the reading is correct, your  
vehicle must be parked on a level surface  
with the engine having been off for more  
than 30 minutes.  
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Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and  
remove it completely.  
Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean  
non-fluffy cloth.  
Refit the dipstick and push fully down, then  
pull it out again to make the visual check:  
the correct level is between the marks A  
and B.  
It is normal to top up the oil level between  
two services (or oil changes). PEUGEOT  
recommends that you check the level, and top  
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).  
If you find that the level is above the A mark or  
below the B mark, do not start the engine.  
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If the level is above the MAX mark (risk  
of damage to the engine), contact a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
If the level is below the MIN mark, you  
must top up the engine oil.  
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Brake fluid level  
The brake fluid level should be close  
to the "MAX" mark. If it is not, check  
the brake pad wear.  
Oil grade  
After topping-up the oil, the check when  
switching on the ignition with the oil  
level indicator in the instrument panel  
is not valid during the 30 minutes after  
topping up.  
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,  
check that the oil is the correct grade for your  
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's  
recommendations.  
Changing the fluid  
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule  
for details of the interval for this operation.  
Topping-up the engine oil level  
Engine oil change  
F
Locate the oil filler cap in the engine  
compartment of your vehicle.  
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule  
for details of the interval for this operation.  
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine  
and emission control system, never use  
additives in the engine oil.  
For more information on the petrol or Diesel  
engine, refer to the corresponding section.  
Fluid specification  
The brake fluid must conform to the  
manufacturer's recommendations.  
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Unscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler  
aperture.  
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.  
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Add more oil if necessary.  
After checking the level, carefully refit the  
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.  
Power steering fluid level  
The power steering fluid level should  
be close to the "MAX" mark. With  
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to  
check the level.  
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Coolant level  
Screenwash and headlamp  
wash fluid  
Diesel additive level (Diesel  
engine with particle filter)  
The coolant level should be close  
to the "MAX" mark but should never  
exceed it.  
In the case of vehicles fitted with  
headlamp washers, the low fluid level  
is indicated by an audible signal and  
a message in the instrument panel  
screen.  
A low additive level is indicated by  
illumination of this warning lamp,  
accompanied by an audible warning  
When the engine is warm, the  
temperature of the coolant is regulated by  
the fan.  
and a message in the instrument panel screen.  
Top up the reservoir when you next stop  
the vehicle.  
The cooling fan may start after  
Topping up  
Fluid specification  
switching off the engine: take care  
with articles and clothing that might  
become caught by the fan blades.  
This additive must be topped up by a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop  
without delay.  
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,  
this fluid must not be topped up with or  
replaced with plain water.  
Used products  
In wintry conditions, the use of an  
ethyl alcohol or methanol base fluid is  
recommended.  
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 any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap  
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop.  
When the pressure has dropped, remove the  
cap and top up the level.  
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or  
fluids with the skin.  
Most of these fluids are harmful to  
health or indeed very corrosive.  
Do not discard used oil or fluids into  
sewers or onto the ground.  
Take used oil to a PEUGEOT dealer or  
a qualified workshop (France) or to an  
authorised waste disposal site.  
Fluid specification  
The coolant must conform to the  
manufacturer's recommendations.  
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Checks  
Unless otherwise indicated, check these  
components in accordance with the  
manufacturer's service schedule and according  
to your engine.  
Air filter and passenger compartment filter Particle filter (Diesel)  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
service schedule for details of the  
replacement intervals for these  
The start of saturation of the particle  
filter is indicated by the temporary  
illumination of this warning lamp  
accompanied by a message in the  
multifunction screen.  
Otherwise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
components.  
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty  
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g.  
city driving), replace them twice as often if  
necessary.  
A clogged passenger compartment filter may  
have an adverse effect on the performance  
of the air conditioning system and generate  
undesirable odours.  
12 V battery  
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,  
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at  
least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp  
goes off.  
The battery does not require any maintenance.  
However, check that the terminals are clean  
and correctly tightened, particularly in summer  
and winter.  
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates a  
low additive level.  
When carrying out work on the battery, refer to the  
"12 V battery" section for details of the precautions to be  
taken before disconnecting the battery and following its  
reconnection.  
For more information on checking levels, refer  
to the corresponding section.  
Oil filter  
On a new vehicle, the first particle  
filter regeneration operations may be  
accompanied by a "burning" smell,  
which is perfectly normal.  
Following prolonged operation of the  
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,  
you may, in exceptional circumstances,  
notice the emission of water vapour at  
the exhaust on acceleration. This does  
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle  
or the environment.  
Replace the oil filter each time the  
engine oil is changed.  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
service schedule for details of  
the replacement interval for this  
component.  
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The presence of this label, in particular  
with the Stop & Start system, indicates  
the use of a specific 12 V lead-acid  
battery with special technology and  
specification. The involvement of  
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop is essential when replacing or  
disconnecting the battery.  
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Manual gearbox  
Brake pads  
Only use products recommended by  
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent  
quality and specification.  
The gearbox does not require any  
Brake wear depends on the style  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Refer to the manufacturer's service  
schedule for the checking interval  
for this component.  
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.  
In order to optimise the operation of  
units as important as those in the  
braking system, PEUGEOT selects and  
offers very specific products.  
After washing the vehicle, dampness,  
or in wintry conditions, ice can form  
on the brake discs and pads: braking  
efficiency may be reduced. Make light  
brake applications to dry and defrost  
the brakes.  
Electronic gearbox  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
service schedule for details of  
the level checking interval for this  
component.  
Brake disc wear  
For information on checking brake  
disc wear, contact 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, have the system  
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Automatic gearbox  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
service schedule for details of  
the level checking interval for this  
component.  
For more information on the  
electric parking brake, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
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AdBlue® additive and SCR system  
for BlueHDi Diesel engines  
To assure respect for the environment and  
conformity with the new Euro 6 emissions  
standard, without adversely affecting the  
performance or fuel consumption of Diesel  
engines, PEUGEOT has taken the decision to  
equip its vehicles with an effective system that  
associates SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)  
with a particle filter (FAP) for the treatment of  
exhaust gases.  
The AdBlue® additive is held in a special  
Once the AdBlue® tank is empty,  
a system required by regulations  
prevents starting of the engine.  
If the SCR is faulty, the level of  
emissions from your vehicle will no  
longer meet the Euro 6 standard: your  
vehicle becomes polluting.  
In the event of a confirmed fault  
with the SCR system, you must go  
to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop as soon as possible: after  
a running distance of 650 miles  
tank located under the boot at the rear of  
the vehicle. It has a capacity of 17 litres: this  
provides a driving range of about 12 500 miles  
(20 000 km), after which an alert is triggered  
warning you when the reserve remaining is  
enough for just 1 500 miles (2 400 km).  
During each scheduled service of your vehicle  
by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop,  
the AdBlue® additive tank is refilled in order to  
allow normal operation of the SCR system.  
Presentation of the SCR system  
Using an additive called AdBlue® containing  
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85%  
of nitrous oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and  
water, which are harmless to health and the  
environment.  
(1 100 km), a system will be triggered  
automatically to prevent engine starting.  
If the estimated mileage between two services  
is greater than 12 500 miles (20 000 km), we  
recommend that you go to a PEUGEOT dealer  
or a qualified workshop to have the necessary  
top-up carried out.  
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Range indicators  
Once the AdBlue® tank is on reserve or after  
detection of a fault with the SCR emissions  
control system, when the ignition is switched  
on, an indicator displays an estimate of the  
distance that can be covered, the range, before  
engine starting is prevented.  
In the event of simultaneous system fault and  
low AdBlue® level, the shortest range figure is  
the one displayed.  
In the event of the risk of non-starting related to a lack of AdBlue®  
The engine start prevention system  
required by regulations is activated  
automatically once the AdBlue® tank is  
empty.  
Range greater than 1 500 miles (2 400 km)  
When the ignition is switched on, no  
information on range is displayed automatically  
in the instrument panel.  
Pressing this button displays the driving range  
temporarily.  
Above 3 000 miles (5 000 km), the value is not  
specified.  
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Remaining range between 350 and 1500 miles (600 and 2 400 km)  
Remaining range between 0 and 350 miles (0 and 600 km)  
Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue® additive  
When switching on the ignition, the UREA  
warning lamp comes on, accompanied  
by an audible signal and the display of a  
message (e.g.: "Top up emissions additive:  
Starting prevented in 900 miles") indicating  
the remaining range expressed in miles or  
kilometres.  
When switching on the ignition, the SERVICE  
warning lamp comes on and the UREA warning  
lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible  
signal and the display of a message (e.g. "Top  
up emissions additive: Starting prevented in  
350 miles") indicating the remaining range  
expressed in miles or kilometres.  
When switching on the ignition, the SERVICE  
warning lamp comes on and the UREA warning  
lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible  
signal and the display of the message "Top up  
emissions additive: Starting prevented".  
The AdBlue® tank is empty: the system required  
by regulations prevents engine starting.  
When driving, the message is displayed every  
200 miles (300 km) until the additive tank has  
been topped-up.  
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop to have the AdBlue® tank topped-up.  
You can also top-up the tank yourself.  
For more information on topping-up the  
AdBlue® additive, refer to the corresponding  
section.  
When driving, the message is displayed every  
30 seconds until the additive tank has been  
topped-up.  
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop to have the AdBlue® tank topped-up.  
You can also top-up the tank yourself.  
Otherwise you will not be able to restart your  
engine.  
To be able to start the engine,  
we recommend that you call on a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop for the top-up required.  
If you carry out the top-up yourself, it  
is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of  
AdBlue® to the tank.  
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For more information on topping-up  
the AdBlue® additive, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
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In the event of the detection of a fault  
During an authorised driving phase (between  
650 miles and 0 miles) (1 100 km and 0 km)  
In the event of a fault with the  
SCR emissions control system  
A system that prevents engine starting  
is activated automatically from  
650 miles (1 100 km) after confirmation  
of a fault with the SCR emissions  
control system. Have the system  
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop as soon as possible.  
The UREA, SERVICE and diagnostic warning  
lamps comes on, accompanied by an audible  
signal and the display of the message  
"Emissions fault".  
The alert is triggered when driving when the  
fault is detected for the first time, then when  
switching on the ignition for subsequent  
journeys, while the fault persists.  
If a fault with the SCR system is confirmed  
(after 30 miles (50 km) covered with the  
permanent display of the message signalling  
a fault), the SERVICE and engine diagnostic  
warning lamps come on and the UREA  
warning lamp flashes, accompanied by an  
audible signal and the display of a message  
(e.g.: "Emissions fault: Starting prevented in  
150 miles") indicating the remaining range  
express in miles or kilometres.  
While driving, the message is displayed every  
30 seconds while the fault with the SCR system  
persists.  
The alert is repeated when switching on the  
ignition.  
You should go to a PEUGEOT dealer or  
a qualified workshop as soon as possible.  
Otherwise, you will not be able to restart your  
engine.  
If it is a temporary fault, the alert  
disappears during the next journey,  
after self-diagnosis of the SCR system.  
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Starting prevented  
Freezing of the AdBlue® additive  
The AdBlue® additive 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.  
Every time the ignition is switched on, the  
SERVICE and engine diagnostic warning  
lamps come on and the UREA warning lamp  
flashes, accompanied by an audible signal and  
the display of the message "Emissions fault:  
Starting prevented".  
You have exceeded the authorised  
driving limit: the starting prevention  
system inhibits engine starting.  
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To be able to start the engine, you must call on  
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
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Topping-up the AdBlue® additive  
Filling the AdBlue® tank is an operation  
included in every routine service on your  
vehicle by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Nevertheless, given the capacity of the tank,  
it may be necessary to top-up the additive  
between services, more particularly if an alert  
(warning lamps and a message) signals the  
requirement.  
You can got to a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
If you envisage topping-up yourself, please  
read the following warnings carefully.  
Precautions in use  
The AdBlue® additive is an urea-based  
solution. This liquid is non-flammable,  
colourless and odourless (kept in a cool area).  
In the event of contact with the skin, wash  
the affected area with soap and water. In the  
event of contact with the eyes, wash (irrigate)  
the eyes with large amounts of water or with  
an eye wash solution for at least 15 minutes.  
If a burning sensation or irritation persists, get  
medical attention.  
Use only AdBlue® additive that meets the  
ISO 22241 standard.  
Never dilute the additive with water.  
Never pour the additive into the Diesel  
fuel tank.  
If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth  
with clean water and then drink plenty of water.  
In certain conditions (high ambient  
temperature, for example), the risk of release  
of ammonia cannot be excluded: do not inhale  
the product. Ammonia vapour has en irritant  
effect on mucous membranes (eyes, nose and  
throat).  
The supply in a non-drip bottle simplifies  
toping-up. You can obtain 1.89 litre (half a US  
gallon) bottles from a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Keep AdBlue® out of the reach of  
children, in its original bottle.  
Never transfer AdBlue® to another  
container: it would lose its purity.  
Never top-up from an AdBlue®  
dispenser reserved for heavy goods  
vehicles.  
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Recommendations on storage  
Procedure  
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and  
deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended  
that bottles be stored in a cool area and  
protected from direct sunlight.  
Under these conditions, the additive can be  
kept for at least a year.  
Before topping-up, 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 its tank. Park your  
vehicle in a warmer area for a few hours to  
allow the top-up to be carried out.  
If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it  
has completely thawed out.  
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Switch off the ignition and remove the key.  
Never store bottles of AdBlue® in your  
vehicle.  
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Place the adjustable boot floor at an angle  
(see the "Fittings" section) and raise the  
boot floor for access to the AdBlue® tank.  
Secure the boot floor by attaching its  
cords to the hooks on the load space cover  
support.  
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Unclip the black plastic blanking plug using  
a lever.  
Insert your fingers into the aperture and  
turn the blue cap a 6th of a turn anti-  
clockwise.  
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Carefully lift off the cap, without dropping it.  
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After emptying the bottle, wipe away any  
spillage around the tank filler using a damp  
cloth.  
Important: in the event of a top-up  
after a breakdown because of a lack  
of additive, signalled by the message  
"Top up emissions additive: Starting  
prevented", you must wait around  
5 minutes before switching on the ignition,  
without opening the driver's door,  
locking the vehicle or introducing the  
key into the ignition switch.  
If any additive is split or splashed, wash  
immediately with cold water or wipe with  
a damp cloth.  
If the additive has crystallised, clean it  
off using a sponge and hot water.  
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Obtain a bottle of AdBlue®. After first  
checking the use-by date, read carefully  
the instructions on use on the label before  
pouring the contents of the bottle into your  
vehicle's AdBlue® tank.  
Switch on the ignition, then, after  
10 seconds, start the engine.  
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Refit the blue cap to the tank and turn it  
a 6th of a turn clockwise, to its stop.  
Refit the black plastic blanking plug,  
clipping it in place.  
Lower the boot floor and the adjustable  
floor.  
Never dispose of AdBlue® additive  
bottles in the household waste. Place  
them in a special container provided  
this purpose or take them to your dealer.  
Important: if your vehicle's AdBlue®  
tank is completely empty - which is  
confirmed by the alert messages  
and the impossibility of starting the  
engine - you must add at least 3.8 litres  
(so two 1.89 litre bottles).  
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