Practical information
Checking using the dipstick
9.
Engine oil dipstick
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).
For the location of the dipstick, please refer
to the illustration of the corresponding engine
compartment.
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Electric engine
► Grasp the dipstick by its coloured grip and
pull it out completely.
Used products
► Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean,
lint-free cloth.
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and
very corrosive.
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir (level only)
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery/Fuses
5. Remote earth point (-)
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
6. Fusebox
7. 400 V electrical circuit
8. Emergency circuit-breaker for emergency
services and maintenance technicians
Empty used oil into the containers reserved
for this purpose at a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
► Reinsert the dipstick and push fully down,
then pull it out again to visually check the oil
level: the correct level is between marks A
(max) and B (min).
For more information on the Charging system
(Electric), refer to the corresponding section.
► After topping up, carefully screw the cap back
on to the filler neck
Engine oil
The level is checked, with the engine
having been switched off for at least
30 minutes and on level ground,
either using the oil level indicator in
the instrument panel when the ignition
Do not start the engine if the level is:
Checking levels
Check all of the following levels regularly in
accordance with the Manufacturer's service
schedule. Top them up if required, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
► above mark A: contact a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.
► below mark B: top up the engine oil
is switched on (for vehicles equipped with an
electric gauge), or using the dipstick.
It is normal to top up the oil level between two
services (or oil changes). It is recommended that
you check the level, and top up if necessary,
every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).
immediately.
Oil grade
Before topping up or changing the
engine oil, check that the oil is suitable
for your engine and complies with the
recommendations in the service schedule
supplied with the vehicle (or available
from your PEUGEOT dealer or qualified
workshop).
The fluids must comply with the
Manufacturer's requirements and with the
vehicle's engine.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emissions control system,
never use additives in the engine oil.
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate
your warranty in the event of engine failure.
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