PEUGEOT 207 2005 Owners Manual

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CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding circuit checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Brake fluid levelTo avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Oil level
The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the
ignition is switched on using the oil level
indicator on the instrument panel, or us-
ing the dipstick.
Between two oil changes, the consump-
tion should not exceed 0.5 litre per
600 miles (1,000 km). The brake fluid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
Draining the circuit
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the
fan. This can operate with the ignition
off.
On vehicles which are fitted with a par-
ticle emission filter, the fan may oper-
ate after the vehicle has been switched
off, even if the engine is cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work.
Wash-wipe and headlamp wash*
fluid
The minimum level of this fluid
is indicated by an audible signal
and a message on the multi-
function display.
Top up the level when you stop the ve-
hicle.
* According to country.
Draining the engine
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.
Oil specification
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommendations. Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations and
fulfil the DOT4 standards.
Draining the circuit
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer’s recommendations.
Fluid specification
This fluid must conform to the manufac-
turer’s recommendations for optimum
cleaning.
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Avoid any 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.
Empty used oil into the contain-
ers provided for this purpose in the
PEUGEOT network.
Diesel additive level (Diesel with
particle emission filter)
The minimum level of this additive is in-
dicated by lighting of the service warn-
ing light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunc-
tion display.
Used products
CHECKS
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance with
the servicing booklet and in relation to
your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Battery
The battery does not require
any maintenance.
However, check that the ter-
minals are clean and correctly
tightened, particularly in sum-
mer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the "Practical information" sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehi-
cle (city driving...), replace them twice
as often if necessary.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that the maintenance of
the particle emission filter is carried out
by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
idle, you may, exceptionally, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on
the environment.
Topping up
It is imperative that this additive is
topped up by a PEUGEOT dealer with-
out delay.
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Avoid any 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.
Empty used oil into the contain-
ers provided for this purpose in the
PEUGEOT network.
Diesel additive level (Diesel with
particle emission filter)
The minimum level of this additive is in-
dicated by lighting of the service warn-
ing light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunc-
tion display.
Used products
CHECKS
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance with
the servicing booklet and in relation to
your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Battery
The battery does not require
any maintenance.
However, check that the ter-
minals are clean and correctly
tightened, particularly in sum-
mer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the "Practical information" sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehi-
cle (city driving...), replace them twice
as often if necessary.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that the maintenance of
the particle emission filter is carried out
by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
idle, you may, exceptionally, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on
the environment.
Topping up
It is imperative that this additive is
topped up by a PEUGEOT dealer with-
out delay.
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Only use products recommended
by PEUGEOT or products of equiv-
alent quality and specifications.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, PEUGEOT selects and of-
fers very specific products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited .
Brake pads
Brake wear depends on the
style 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 on the circuit, a
drop in the brake fluid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.
Handbrake
If the handbrake travel is too
long or if you notice a loss of
effectiveness of this system, the
handbrake must be adjusted,
even between two services.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require
any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the level check-
ing intervals for this component.
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CHANGING A WHEEL
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel
for the spare wheel using the tools
provided with the vehicle.
The tools are installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to them:
 open the boot,
 raise the floor,
 secure it by hooking its cord on the
hook on the rear shelf support,
 unclip and remove the box containing
the tools. 1.
Wheelbrace. Permits removal of
the wheel trim and removal of
the wheel fixing bolts.
2. Jack with integral handle.
Permits raising of the vehicle.
3. "Bolt cover" tool. Permits
removal of the bolt protectors
(covers) on alloy wheels.
4. Socket for the anti-theft bolts.
Permits adaptation of the
wheelbrace to the special "anti-
theft" bolts.
List of tools Other accessories
5. Removable towing eye.
See corresponding paragraph.
Access to the tools
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel , detach
the trim first using the wheelbrace 1
pulling at the valve passage hole.
When refitting the wheel , refit the
trim starting by placing its notch
facing the valve and press around
its edge with the palm of your
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Fixing the steel spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy
wheels, it is normal to notice, when
tightening the bolts on fitting, that
the washers do not come into
contact with the steel spare wheel.
The wheel is secured by the conical
contact of each bolt.
Tyre under-inflation detection
The spare wheel is not fitted with
a sensor. The punctured wheel
must be repaired by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot
under the floor.
To gain access to it, refer to the
paragraph "Access to the tools" on the
previous page.Taking out the wheel

Unscrew the yellow central bolt one
quarter of a turn.
 Raise the spare wheel towards you
from the rear.
 Take the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the wheel back in place
 Put the wheel back in its housing.
 Unscrew the yellow central bolt by a
few turns then put it in place in the
centre of the wheel.
 Tighten fully until the central bolt
clicks to retain the wheel correctly.
 Put the box back in place in the
centre of the wheel and clip it.
 Put the boot floor back in place.

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Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it
does not block traffic: if possible,
park the vehicle on level, stable
and non-slippery ground.
Apply the handbrake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear* to
lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under
the wheel diagonally opposite the
wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack.
* position R for the "2 Tronic"
gearbox.
Removing the wheelList of operations
 Remove the chromed bolt cover from
each of the bolts using the tool 3.
 Remove the plastic cover from the
anti-theft bolt using the tool 3.
 Fit the anti-theft socket 4 on the
wheelbrace 1 to unlock the anti-theft
bolt.
 Unlock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.
 Place the jack 2 in contact with one
of the two front A or rear B locations
provided on the underframe,
whichever is closest to the wheel to
be changed.
 Extend the jack 2 until its base plate
is in contact with the ground. Ensure
that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location A
or B used.
 Raise the vehicle until there is
sufficient space between the wheel
and the ground to admit the spare
(not punctured) wheel easily.
 Remove the bolts and store them in
a clean place.
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After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in
the boot correctly, first remove the
central cover.
Have the tightening of the bolts and
the pressure of the spare wheel
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer
without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and replace it on the vehicle as
soon as possible.
Fitting the wheelList of operations
 Put the wheel in place on the hub.
 Screw in the bolts by hand to the
stop.
 Pre-tighten the anti-theft bolt using
the wheelbrace 1 fitted with the anti-
theft socket 4.
 Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.
 Lower the vehicle fully.
 Fold the jack 2 and detach it.
 Lock the anti-theft bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the anti-theft
socket 4.
 Lock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.
 Refit the plastic cover on the anti-
theft bolt and the chromed bolt
covers on each of the bolts.
 Store the wheel and the tools in the
boot.

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CHANGING A BULB
Procedure for the replacement of a
faulty bulb with a new bulb.1. Direction indicators (PY 21 W amber).
2. Side lights (W 5 W).
3. Dipped headlamps (H7-55 W).
4. Main beam headlamps (H1-55 W).
5. Directional headlamps (H7-55 W).
6. Fog lamps (H11-55 W). Changing the direction indicators
 Handle the bulbs with a dry
cloth.
The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a
protective coating:
 do not clean them using a dry
or abrasive cloth, or using a
detergent or solvent product,
 use a sponge and soapy water. In certain climatic conditions (low
temperature, humidity),
conden-
sation on the internal surface of
the headlamp glass is normal ; it
disappears a few minutes after the
lights are switched on.
Model with dipped headlamps with
elliptical module and directional
headlamps
Amber coloured bulbs, such as
the direction indicators, must be
replaced with bulbs of identical
specification and colour.

Turn the bulb holder one quarter of a
turn and remove it.
 Pull the bulb then change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Front lights
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Changing the side lights
 Disconnect the main headlamp
connector.
 Remove the plastic protective cover
by pulling on the tab.
 Turn the bulb holder one quarter of a
turn and remove it.
 Pull the bulb and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Changing the dipped headlamps,
main beam headlamps or directional
headlamps
 Disconnect the main headlamp
connector.
 Remove the corresponding plastic
protective cover by pulling on the
tab. Changing the integrated direction
indicator side repeaters

Insert a screwdriver towards the
centre of the repeater between the
repeater and the base of the mirror.
 Tilt the screwdriver to extract the
repeater and remove the repeater.
 Disconnect the repeater connector.
To refit, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
To obtain a replacement repeater,
contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Disconnect the connector of the
corresponding light.
 Move aside the spring to release the
bulb and remove the bulb.
To refit, carry out these operations in
reverse order . Changing the fog lamps
For replacement of these bulbs, contact
a PEUGEOT dealer.