Maintenance for Your Peugeot 306 4 Door First Generation (1993-2002)

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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
1.4 litre and 1.6 litre petrol engine  
3
4
6
2
1
5
9
8
7
1 Power steering fluid reservoir*.  
2 Engine oil filler cap.  
3 Air filter.  
4 Brake fluid reservoir.  
5 Battery.  
7 Oil filter.  
8 Coolant reservoir.  
9 Screenwash reservoir.  
6 Engine oil dipstick.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
1.8 litre and 2 litre 16V petrol engine  
4
6
2
3
1
5
9
8
7
1
2
3
Power steering fluid reservoir*.  
Engine oil filler cap.  
4
Brake fluid reservoir.  
Battery.  
7
Oil filter.  
5
6
8
9
Coolant reservoir.  
Screenwash reservoir.  
Engine oil dipstick.  
Air filter.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
1.9 litre diesel engine  
4
3
1
5
2
6
8
7
9
1
2
3
Power steering fluid reservoir*.  
Engine oil dipstick.  
4
5
6
Brake fluid reservoir.  
Battery.  
7
8
9
Oil filter.  
Coolant reservoir.  
Screenwash reservoir.  
Engine oil filler cap.  
Air filter.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
2 litre HDI turbo diesel engine  
4
3
1
5
2
8
6
9
7
1
2
3
Power steering fluid reservoir*.  
Engine oil dipstick.  
4
5
6
Brake fluid reservoir.  
Battery.  
7
8
9
Oil filter.  
Coolant reservoir.  
Screenwash reservoir.  
Engine oil filler cap.  
Air filter.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Oil change: according to the manu-  
facturer’s servicing schedule.  
– Dipstick. Never fill past the  
maximum mark A.  
– Oil level gauge on the instrument  
panel.  
CHECKING THE LEVELS  
Engine  
Checking the oil level  
Check the level regularly and top  
up between changes (maximum  
consumption is 0.5 litres per 600 miles  
(1,000 km).  
The oil level should be checked with  
the vehicle level, engine cold.  
There are two marks on the dipstick:  
Brake fluid reservoir  
Checking the brake and clutch fluid  
level :  
– The level should always be above  
the DANGER mark on the reser-  
voir.  
– If the level drops substantially,  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer imme-  
diately.  
Viscosity selection  
Fluid change  
– must be carried out according to  
the manufacturer’s schedule.  
– use fluids approved by the manu-  
facturer, which fulfil DOT4 stan-  
dards.  
In all cases, the oil selected must  
meet the manufacturer's require-  
ments.  
A = maximum.  
B = minimum.  
Oil filter  
Change the filter regularly in accor-  
dance with the maintenance schedule.  
Coolant reservoir  
Use the fluid approved by the manu-  
facturer.  
When the engine is warm, the tem-  
perature of the coolant is controlled  
by the engine fan: because this fan  
can operate with the ignition key  
removed, and because the cooling  
system is pressurised, wait for at least  
one hour after the engine has stopped  
before carrying out any work.  
If necessary, in a breakdown, slacken  
the cap to the first notch to release  
the pressure to prevent any risk of  
scalding. When the pressure has  
dropped remove the cap and top up  
the level.  
Used oil  
Prevent used oil from coming into pro-  
longed contact with the skin.  
Do not dispose of used oil into drains  
or into the ground.  
To maintain the reliability of engines  
and emission control systems, the use  
of additives in the engine oil is prohi-  
bited.  
C
A
A
B
B
C
Item C : Dipstick guide.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Power steering reservoir  
Manual gearbox  
Open the reservoir, with the engine  
cold, at outside temperature, the level  
should always be above the MINI  
mark, close to the MAXI mark.  
This does not need an oil change.  
Check the level according to the  
manufacturer’s service schedule.  
Autoadaptive automatic gearbox  
This does not need an oil change:  
Windscreen and headlamp wash  
reservoir*  
For best quality cleaning and for your  
safety, we recommend that you use  
products approved by PEUGEOT  
(capacity 4,4 litres or 6 litres with  
headlight wash).  
have the level checked by  
a
PEUGEOT dealer according to the  
manufacturer’s service schedule.  
Only use products appro-  
ved by Automobiles  
PEUGEOT.  
Battery  
Fuel supply cut-off*  
In a serious collision, a system pre-  
vents fuel from reaching the engine.  
To re-establish the fuel supply, press  
the switch on the angle of the front  
left-hand suspension assembly, under  
the bonnet.  
At the start of winter, have your  
battery checked by a PEUGEOT  
dealer.  
To ensure best perfor-  
mance from components as impor-  
tant as the power steering and the  
braking system, PEUGEOT selects  
and offers quite specific products.  
Air filter  
Regular replacement of the filter  
element is essential. If you drive in  
very dusty conditions, change it twice  
as often.  
Brake pads  
Brake pad wear depends on the style  
of driving, in particular for vehicles  
which are used in town or for short  
journeys or which are driven in a  
sporty manner, it may be necessary  
to check the thickness of the pads  
even between services.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Power steering reservoir  
Manual gearbox  
Open the reservoir, with the engine  
cold, at outside temperature, the level  
should always be above the MINI  
mark, close to the MAXI mark.  
This does not need an oil change.  
Check the level according to the  
manufacturer’s service schedule.  
Autoadaptive automatic gearbox  
This does not need an oil change:  
Windscreen and headlamp wash  
reservoir*  
For best quality cleaning and for your  
safety, we recommend that you use  
products approved by PEUGEOT  
(capacity 4,4 litres or 6 litres with  
headlight wash).  
have the level checked by  
a
PEUGEOT dealer according to the  
manufacturer’s service schedule.  
Only use products appro-  
ved by Automobiles  
PEUGEOT.  
Battery  
Fuel supply cut-off*  
In a serious collision, a system pre-  
vents fuel from reaching the engine.  
To re-establish the fuel supply, press  
the switch on the angle of the front  
left-hand suspension assembly, under  
the bonnet.  
At the start of winter, have your  
battery checked by a PEUGEOT  
dealer.  
To ensure best perfor-  
mance from components as impor-  
tant as the power steering and the  
braking system, PEUGEOT selects  
and offers quite specific products.  
Air filter  
Regular replacement of the filter  
element is essential. If you drive in  
very dusty conditions, change it twice  
as often.  
Brake pads  
Brake pad wear depends on the style  
of driving, in particular for vehicles  
which are used in town or for short  
journeys or which are driven in a  
sporty manner, it may be necessary  
to check the thickness of the pads  
even between services.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
1
1 2  
1
3
2
2
Access to the spare wheel  
CHANGING A WHEEL  
Jack location  
Petrol and Diesel  
The wheel is on the outside of the vehicle, under the boot, supported by a metal  
carrier.  
Take out the wheelbrace 1.  
3 or 5 door: the jack is in the boot 2.  
Rear crossbar (right side). Press the  
tab and open the storage box to  
remove it.  
4 door: the jack is in the left-hand  
side of the boot.  
Using the wheelbrace 1, unscrew the spare wheel carrier securing bolt located  
under the carpet in the boot.  
Raise the carrier to release the hook rearwards, then lower the carrier.  
Release the spare wheel.  
Estate: the jack is in the right-hand  
storage compartment of the boot.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
4-door: Use the jack storage box to  
chock the wheel diagonally opposite  
the wheel to be changed.  
For your safety, always  
change the wheel:  
Loosen the wheel bolts.  
Place the jack in the location designed  
for it, as close as possible to the  
wheel to be changed.  
Ensure that the whole of the base of  
the jack is in contact with the ground.  
- on level, stabIe and non-slippe-  
ry ground,  
- with the handbrake applied,  
- with first gear or reverse enga-  
ged (position P for the automa-  
tic gearbox).  
Never go underneath a vehicle  
which is supported only by a jack.  
(Use a ramp).  
Extend the jack, fully loosen the wheel  
bolts and remove the wheel.  
To fit the wheel  
After positioning the wheel, pre-  
tighten the bolts using the wheel-  
brace.  
After changing the wheel:  
- have the tightening of the bolts  
and the tyre pressure checked  
by a PEUGEOT dealer as soon  
as possible,  
- have the punctured wheel  
repaired and refit it to the  
vehicle as soon as possible.  
Lower the jack and remove it.  
Fully tighten the wheel bolts using the  
wheelbrace.  
Fit the wheel trim starting with the  
section by the valve and press into  
place using the palm of the hand.  
Refitting the wheel in the  
carrier  
Raise the wheel, then the carrier, and  
Removing the wheel  
Park the vehicle on level, stable and  
non-slippery ground.  
resecure it on the hook.  
Do not forget to fully tighten the spare  
wheel carrier securing bolt.  
Apply the handbrake, engage first  
gear or reverse (position P for the  
automatic gearbox).  
Remove the wheel trim by using the  
wheelbrace and pulling next to the  
valve.  
Warning: your wheel trims are fitted  
with dummy nuts. Do not use them to  
remove your wheel trims.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
3
3
Special features of the alloy  
wheels*  
Fitting the spare wheel  
Anti-theft bolts**  
If your vehicle is fitted with a steel  
spare wheel, it is normal to notice  
that the bolt washers do not come  
into contact with the rim. The spare  
wheel is secured by the cone shape  
of each bolt. Tighten the bolts fully.  
If your wheels are fitted with an anti-  
theft bolt (one per wheel), the chro-  
me trim and then the plastic cover  
must be removed using tool 3, befo-  
re unscrewing the bolt using one of  
the two anti-theft sockets (which  
were given to you on delivery of your  
vehicle with the duplicate keys and  
the confidential card) and the wheel  
brace 1.  
Bolt covers  
Alloy wheel bolts are covered by  
chrome trims.  
Use tool 3 to remove the trims befo-  
re slackening the bolts.  
Fitting snow tyres  
If you fit snow tyres mounted on  
steel wheels, it is essential to use  
special bolts available from your  
PEUGEOT dealer.  
Comment: make a careful note of  
the code number engraved on the  
head of the anti-theft socket. This  
will enable you to obtain a duplicate  
of the anti-theft sockets from a  
Peugeot dealer.  
* According to specification.  
** According to model and destination.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
ATTENTION  
VOIR NOTICE  
WARNING  
READ  
INSTRUCTIONS  
H7 UV  
Warning  
There is a risk of damage to the  
dipped/main beam Headlamps.  
Only use bulbs supplied by the  
following manufacturers:  
- GE/TUNGSRAM  
- PHILIPS  
- OSRAM  
These bulbs meet the UV-free speci-  
fications necessary for the correct  
operation and reliability of the Head-  
lamps.  
The Headlamps are fitted with poly-  
carbon glass with a protective coating.  
We strongly advise against cleaning  
them using a dry or abrasive cloth or  
using products which contain deter-  
gents or solvents.  
Side lights W5W  
Turn the plastic protector and  
remove it.  
Turn the pin a quarter turn and  
remove it.  
Change the bulb.  
CHANGING A BULB  
Dipped/main beam headlamps  
Double Headlamps: two H7 55W  
bulbs.  
Changing the bulbs  
Turn the plastic protector and  
remove it.  
Disconnect the connectors.  
Press the spring to unclip the bulb and  
then change it.  
When fitting, ensure that the direction  
notches are positioned correctly and  
that the plastic protector is secured  
correctly.  
Only handle the bulb using a dry cloth.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Amber direction indicator lights  
PY21W  
Pull out the connector. Turn the holder  
a quarter of a turn.  
Replace the light.  
Amber side repeater lights W5W  
Pull the rear part of the transparent  
cover and release the assembly.  
Support the connector and turn the  
transparent cover a quarter turn.  
Change the bulb.  
Number plate lights W5W  
Remove the translucent plastic  
protectors.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Amber direction indicator lights  
PY21W  
Pull out the connector. Turn the holder  
a quarter of a turn.  
Replace the light.  
Amber side repeater lights W5W  
Pull the rear part of the transparent  
cover and release the assembly.  
Support the connector and turn the  
transparent cover a quarter turn.  
Change the bulb.  
Number plate lights W5W  
Remove the translucent plastic  
protectors.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
B
1
3
2
C
A
C
2
1
3
4
5
5
4
Rear lights 3, 4 and 5 door  
Rear lights 3 and 5 door  
Rear lights 4 door  
- Unscrew the two wing nuts inside  
the boot.  
- Remove the plastic cover.  
- Disconnect the connector A by  
pressing the metal bar.  
- Disconnect the connector B by  
releasing the tab.  
- Release the light unit.  
- Pinch the tabs and remove the bulb  
1
2
3
4
5
Brake lights/side lights P21/5W.  
Side lights P21/5W.  
1
Amber direction indicator lights  
PY21W.  
2
3
4
5
Rear fog lamp P21W.  
Rear fog lamp P21W.  
Reversing lights P21W.  
Brake lights/side lights P21/5W.  
Side lights P21/5W.  
Reversing lights P21W.  
Amber direction indicator lights  
PY21W.  
holder C.  
- Change the faulty bulb.  
When refitting, ensure  
that the seal is clean, in  
order to prevent water  
entry.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
A
B
A
B
Rear lights (estate)  
Additional brake light 5 bulbs W5W  
Remove the plastic protector by pres-  
sing the notches A.  
Squeeze the tabs B to release the  
lamp holder.  
Change the faulty bulb.  
1
Amber direction indicator lights  
PY21W.  
- Open the storage compartment  
inside the boot.  
- Open the access flap.  
- Unscrew the wing bolt on the  
inside.  
2
3
Reversing lights P21W.  
Brake lights/side lights P21/5W.  
- Unscrew the second wing bolt  
outside the vehicle.  
Use the wheelbrace to make it easier  
to unscrew the bolts. Warning: never  
use it for refitting.  
- Release the light unit.  
- Disconnect the connector by pres-  
sing the metal bar.  
- Pinch the tabs and remove the bulb  
holder.  
- Change the faulty bulb.  
1
2
3
The bulbs must be repla-  
ced by bulbs of identical  
specification and colour.  
Fog lamp P21W  
This is located in the bumper.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Removing and changing a fuse  
Before changing a fuse you must find out the cause of the fault and have it put right.  
The fuse numbers are indicated on the fuse box.  
Use the special pliers A attached to the box.  
Always change a faulty fuse for one of the same rating.  
Correct  
Incorrect  
Pliers A  
CHANGING A FUSE  
The fuse boxes are located under the  
fascia and in the engine compartment.  
Fascia fuse box  
Unscrew the catch a quarter turn  
using a coin then remove the cover to  
gain access to the fuses.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Engine compartment fuses*  
To access the fuse box in the engine  
compartment (beside the battery),  
unclip the cover.  
The electrical system of  
your vehicle is designed  
to operate with standard  
or optional equipment.  
Carefully close the cover when you  
have finished.  
Before installing other electrical  
equipment or accessories on your  
vehicle, contact a PEUGEOT  
dealer.  
Some electrical accessories or the  
way in which they are fitted can  
have damaging effects on the ope-  
ration of your vehicle; the electronic  
control circuits, the audio circuit  
and the battery charging circuit.  
PEUGEOT will not accept respon-  
sibility for the cost incurred in repai-  
ring your vehicle or for rectifying  
the malfunctions resulting from the  
installation of accessories not sup-  
plied and not recommended by  
PEUGEOT and not installed in  
accordance with its instructions, in  
particular where the equipment in  
question consumes more than  
10 milliamperes.  
Fuse No.  
Rating*  
Functions*  
1**  
2**  
40A  
60A  
Anti-theft supply  
Supply to Locks - lighting switch –  
air conditioning blower unit – front fog  
relay – diagnostic connector  
** The maxi-fuses provide addi-  
tional protection for the electrical  
systems. All work must be carried  
out by a PEUGEOT dealer.  
3**  
4**  
60A  
60A  
ABS ECU supply  
+ positive fuse box supply  
* According to specification.  
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Fuse No.  
29  
Rating*  
10A  
10A  
10A  
10A  
15A  
10A  
15A  
20A  
40A  
-
Functions*  
Left-hand dipped beam  
Right-hand dipped beam  
Left-hand main beam  
Right-hand main beam  
Diesel control unit  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
Oxygen sensor  
35  
Petrol pump  
36  
Headlamp wash timer  
Cooling fan unit  
37  
38  
Not used  
39  
40A  
40A  
Fan unit spare fuse  
Fan unit  
40  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Removing and changing a fuse  
Before changing a fuse you must find out the cause of the fault and have it put right.  
The fuse numbers are indicated on the fuse box.  
Use the special pliers A attached to the box.  
Always change a faulty fuse for one of the same rating.  
Correct  
Incorrect  
Pliers A  
CHANGING A FUSE  
The fuse boxes are located under the  
fascia and in the engine compartment.  
Fascia fuse box  
Unscrew the catch a quarter turn  
using a coin then remove the cover to  
gain access to the fuses.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
FASCIA FUSE BOX  
28-fuse box  
Fuse No.  
Rating*  
Functions*  
1
2
3
4
Not used  
7.5A  
5A  
Automatic gearbox or excess speed buzzer control unit  
ABS control unit  
5A  
Instrument panel – Passenger compartment protection unit – Coolant temperature unit –  
Automatic gearbox lever lighting – Automatic gearbox relay – Passenger airbag disarming switch  
5
6
25A  
5A  
Reversing lights switch – Automatic gearbox relay – Stop lights switch – Daylight running  
lights relay – Fan assembly relay – Pressostat control – Compressor relay  
Instrument panel - Passenger compartment protection unit – Alarm warning light – Clock –  
Boot light – Radio aerial  
7
30A  
20A  
20A  
20A  
10A  
10A  
Rear screen and mirrors demisting  
8
Passenger compartment protection unit – Radio  
Injection control unit – Fan assembly relay – Coolant temperature unit  
Hazard warning lights – Front and rear courtesy lights  
Instrument panel lighting – Side lights buzzer - Clock – Lighting rheostat – Side lights  
Rear fog lamp  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
Not used  
30A  
Rear screen and heated seats relay  
* According to specification.  
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Fuse No.  
15  
Rating*  
20A  
30A  
20A  
10A  
10A  
30A  
10A  
10A  
20A  
Functions*  
Towing attachment  
16  
Front window and sun roof relay  
17  
Horn control  
18  
Front fog lamps  
19  
Right rear light  
20  
Ventilation - Heating and air conditioning  
21  
Left rear light – Number plate lighting – Front side lights  
22  
Ventilation relay – Rear screen and mirrors demisting control  
23  
Lighter  
Not used  
Radio  
24  
25  
10A  
30A  
26  
Front window wiper and windscreen wash pump - Front windscreen wiper motor – Window  
wiper or rain sensor relay timer  
27  
28  
15A  
15A  
Storage compartment lighting – Glove compartment lighting – Direction indicators – Electric mirrors control  
– Map reading lights – Courtesy mirror – Rain sensor – Passenger compartment temperature sensor  
Clock – Outside temperature – Window and heated seats relay – Rear screen wiper – Sun roof  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Battery  
To charge the battery using a battery charger:  
- Disconnect the battery, starting with the negative (-) terminal.  
- Follow the instructions for use given by the battery charger manufacturer.  
- Reconnect starting with the positive (+) terminal.  
- Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are covered with sul-  
phate deposits (white or greenish deposit), disconnect them and clean them.  
To start the vehicle and charge the battery from another battery:  
Ensure that the connections are good:  
- Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminals of the two batteries.  
- Never disconnect a  
terminal when the  
engine is running.  
- Never charge a battery without  
first disconnecting the terminals.  
- After every disconnection of the  
battery, switch on the ignition  
and wait 10 seconds before  
starting. If slight difficulties are  
experienced after this, please  
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.  
- Connect one end of the green or black cable to the negative (-) terminal of the  
slave battery.  
- Connect the other end of the green or black cable to an earth point on the  
broken down vehicle as far as possible from the battery.  
Operate the starter, let the engine run.  
Wait for the engine to return to idle, and disconnect the cables.  
It is advisable to disconnect the battery if the vehicle  
is not to be used for a period of more than one month.  
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Connector B  
FITTING AUDIO EQUIPMENT  
Your vehicle is factory-fitted with  
certain audio equipment:  
– Roof aerial.  
– Aerial coaxial cable.  
– Basic interference suppression.  
– Supply to front speakers.  
– Supply to rear speakers*.  
– Two 8-way connectors.  
B1 : (+) Right rear loud-speaker.  
B2 : (–) Right rear loud-speaker.  
B3 : (+) Right front loud-speaker.  
B4 : (–) Right front loud-speaker.  
B5 : (+) Left front loud-speaker.  
B6 : (–) Left front loud-speaker.  
B7 : (+) Left rear loud-speaker.  
B8 : (–) Left rear loud-speaker.  
Wiring positions and functions  
Connector A  
A1 : Telephone mute connection.  
A2 : –  
A3 : –  
FITTING SPEAKERS  
A4 : (+ve) Accessories.  
A5 : –  
A6 : (+ve) Sidelights.  
A7 : (+ve) Permanent.  
A8 : Earth.  
165 mm diameter speakers can be  
fitted in the front doors and on the rear  
parcel shelf.  
Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.  
* According to specification.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Special features of the automatic  
gearbox  
When towing with four wheels on the  
ground, the following rules must be  
obeyed:  
– lever in position N,  
– tow the vehicle at less than  
30 m.p.h. (50 km/h) over a maximum  
distance of 30 miles (50 km),  
– do not add oil to the gearbox.  
TOWING  
Without lifting (four wheels on the ground)  
You must always use a towbar.  
From the front or the rear  
Attach the towbar to the towing eye.  
By lifting (two wheels only on the ground)  
It is preferable to lift the vehicle by the wheels.  
Never use the radiator crossmember.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Driving advice  
For use in arduous conditions  
TOWING A TRAILER,  
CARAVAN, BOAT ETC.  
Only use original PEUGEOT towbars  
which have been tested and approved  
from the design stage of your vehicle.  
The towbar must be fitted by a  
PEUGEOT dealer.  
Your vehicle is mainly designed for  
transporting people and luggage but it  
may also be used to tow a trailer.  
Driving with a trailer subjects the  
towing vehicle to more significant  
forces and requires particular atten-  
tion on the part of the driver.  
Air density decreases with altitude,  
thus also reducing engine perfor-  
mance. Above 1000 metres, reduce  
the maximum towing load by 10 %  
and so on for each additional  
1000 metres.  
(towed load at the limit of the Permis-  
sible Gross Train Weight, in Summer  
on a long hill) certain engines (1.9 l  
Diesel) must be equipped with a  
more resistant cooling system.  
Distribution of loads: distribute the  
load in the trailer so that the heaviest  
loads are as close as possible to the  
axle and the nose weight is close to  
the maximum authorised without,  
however, exceeding it.  
Cooling: towing a trailer on a slope  
increases the coolant temperature. As  
the fan is electrically controlled, its  
cooling capacity is not dependent on  
the engine speed.  
On the contrary, use a high gear to  
lower the engine speed, and reduce  
your speed.  
The maximum towing load on a long  
slope depends on the gradient and  
the outside temperature.  
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer who,  
depending on your vehicle and what it  
is used for, will be able to advise you  
about suitable equipment.  
Pay attention to the coolant tempera-  
ture at all times.  
If the alarm warning light comes on,  
stop the vehicle and switch off the  
engine as soon as possible.  
Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the  
towing vehicle and the trailer, obser-  
ving the recommended pressures.  
In all cases, pay attention to the  
coolant temperature.  
If the warning light comes on, stop the  
vehicle and switch off the engine as  
soon as possible.  
Brakes: towing increases the braking  
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,  
change down early, brake gradually  
and avoid jerky braking.  
Lighting: adjust your headlamps so  
as not to dazzle other road users.  
Check the electrical signalling on the  
trailer.  
Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is  
increased. Drive smoothly and at a  
moderate speed.  
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306  
Waxing: the regular use of wax  
added to the washing water or  
applied separately is strongly recom-  
mended, it protects the upper coats of  
paintwork against external attack.  
BODYWORK MAINTENANCE  
- Clean off, as soon as  
possible, bird droppings,  
resinous deposits, tar  
To preserve the paintwork and the  
plastic trim on your vehicle, we rec-  
ommend that you wash them regu-  
larly,  
- by hand, there are no specific pre-  
cautions to take;  
- however repeated use of poorly  
maintained automatic car-washes  
can lead to the appearance of  
micro-scopic scratches which give  
the paintwork a matt appearance  
(especially visible on dark colours);  
stains  
and  
grease  
marks ; (as these all contain  
substances which can cause  
serious damage to the paint-  
work).  
- Brake briefly several times to  
expel any dampness from the  
brake pads, when you are set-  
ting off after washing your vehi-  
cle.  
For all questions relating to the main-  
tenance of your vehicle, contact an  
approved dealer who can advise you  
on quality products selected by our  
departments.  
- using a high pressure washer,  
always following the recommen-  
dations on the equipment (pres-  
sure and spraying distance).  
- Do not use a dry or abrasive  
cloth, or detergent or solvent  
products to clean the double  
lens, complex surface head-  
lamps as they are fitted with  
polycarbonate glass covered in  
a protective finish.  
- Do not use petrol, oil or cloth  
stain removers to clean the  
bodywork and plastic parts of  
your vehicle.  
- To prevent the development of  
bodywork corrosion as a result  
of accidental damage (stone  
chips, scratches etc.) have them  
repaired swiftly.  
If there are areas of damage on the  
vehicle (painted bumpers, or head-  
lamps), it is not recommended to  
direct the high pressure jet onto  
them: wash the areas of damage  
by hand.  
Also avoid the entry of water into  
the locks.  
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