CHECKS
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
The brake fluid level should be sure to drop. When the pressure has
CHECKING LEVELS
Brake fluid level
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified work-
shop.
When working under the bonnet, take
care as certain areas of the engine may
be extremely hot (risk of burns).
between the "MAX" and "MIN" dropped, remove the cap and top up
marks.
If it is not, check the brake pad
wear.
the level.
Changing the coolant fluid
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
Changing the brake fluid
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Fluid specification
Oil level
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
fulfil the DOT4 standards.
Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid*
The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.
Check the fluid level regularly,
using the gauge.
The check is carried out either
when the ignition is switched on using
the oil level indicator on the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
It is normal to top up the engine oil between
services. The manufacturer recommends
that the oil level be checked, and topped up
if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 km).
Coolant level
Fluid specification
The coolant level must be mea-
sured when the engine is cold
and should be between the
"LOW" and "FULL" marks.
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This fluid must conform to the manufac-
turer's recommendations for optimum
cleaning.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the ig-
nition off.
On vehicles which are fitted with a
particle emission filter, the fan may
operate after the vehicle has been
switched off, even if the engine is
cold.
Power steering fluid level
Changing the engine oil
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
Check the fluid level with the engine at
idle.
Check that the power steering fluid
level is always between the "MAX" and
"MIN" marks and top up if necessary.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work.
Fluid specification
This fluid must conform to the manufac-
turer's recommendations.
Oil specification
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
* According to country.
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