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These engines are examples provided as

a guide.

Opening

Closing

The locations of the dipstick and engine oil filler

cap may vary.

F Open the left-hand front door.

F Take the stay out of the support slot.

F Clip the stay in its housing.

F Lower the bonnet and release it near the

end of its travel.

F Pull on the bonnet to check that it is fully

latched.

1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.

2. Engine coolant reservoir.

3. Brake fluid reservoir.

4. Battery.

5. Fusebox.

Because of the presence of electrical

equipment under the bonnet, it is

recommended that exposure to water

(rain, washing, etc.) be limited.

6. Air filter.

7. Engine oil dipstick.

8. Engine oil filler cap.

The Diesel circuit is under very high

pressure.

All work on this circuit must be carried out

only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Engines

Petrol

F Pull the release lever, located at the bottom

of the door aperture, towards you.

F Lift the safety catch and raise the bonnet.

F Unclip the stay

from its housing

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

and place it in the

support slot to hold

the bonnet open.

Diesel

corresponding system checked by a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.

The liquid must comply with the

manufacturer's recommendations and with

the vehicle's engine.

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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).

To ensure that the reading is correct, your

vehicle must be parked on a level surface

with the engine stopped for more than

30 minutes.

A = MAX

B = MIN

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 km).

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or

fluids with the skin.

Most of these fluids are harmful to health

or indeed very corrosive.

If you find that the level is above the mark A or

below the mark B, do not start the engine.

Checking using the dipstick

The location of the dipstick is shown in the

corresponding underbonnet layout view.

F Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and

pull it out completely.

F Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean

non-fluffy cloth.

F Refit the dipstick and push fully down, then

pull it out again to make the visual check:

the correct level is between marks A and B.

If the level is above the MAX mark (risk of

damage to the engine), contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into

sewers or onto the ground.

Take used oil to a PEUGEOT dealer or

a qualified workshop and dispose of it in

the containers reserved for this purpose.

If the level is below the MIN mark, you must

top up the engine oil.

Oil grade

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.

Engine oil level

The check is carried out either when

the ignition is switched on using the

oil level indicator in the instrument

panel for vehicles equipped with an

electric gauge, or using the dipstick.

Topping up the engine oil level

The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the

corresponding underbonnet layout view.

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To avoid the risk of scalding when you need to

top up in an emergency, place 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.

F Unscrew the oil filler cap to access the filler

opening.

F Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any

spills on engine components (risk of fire).

F Wait a few minutes before checking the

level again using the dipstick.

F Add more oil if necessary.

F After checking the level, carefully refit the oil

filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.

Changing the ꢀuid

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule

for details of the interval for this operation.

Fluid speciꢁcation

This fluid must conform to the manufacturer's

recommendations.

The cooling fan may start after

switching off the engine: take care

with articles and clothing that might be

caught by the fan blades.

Coolant level

Check the coolant level regularly.

It is normal to top up this fluid

between two services.

Fluid speciꢁcation

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.

This fluid must conform to the manufacturer's

recommendations.

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.

Screenwash fluid level

Engine oil change

Top up to the required level when

necessary.

In order to maintain the reliability of the engine

and emissions control system, never use

additives in the engine oil.

Tank capacity:

5.3 litres for the "very cold climate"

versions.

When the engine is hot, the temperature of this

fluid is regulated by the fan.

Brake fluid level

2.2 litres for other versions.

The brake fluid level should be close

to the "MAX" mark. If it is not, check

the brake pad wear.

In addition, as the cooling system is

pressurised, wait at least one hour after

switching off the engine before carrying out any

work.

Fluid speciꢁcation

The screenwash fluid must be topped up with

a ready for use mix.

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