engine coolant PEUGEOT 207 2010 Owners Manual

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PETROL - DIESEL, MANUAL, 2 TRONIC OR AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
INSTRUMENT PANELS
Panel which groups together the vehicle
operation dials and indicator lamps.
5. Screen.

6. Display zero reset button.
Resets the selected function to zero (trip distance recorder or service in-
dicator).

7. Instrument panel lighting button.
Adjusts the brightness of the lighting of the instruments and controls.

8. "
2 Tronic
" or automatic gearbox.
Indicates the programme selected and the gear engaged.
Dials

1. Rev counter.
Indicates the speed of rotation of the engine (x 1 000 rpm).

2. Fuel gauge.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remain- ing in the tank.

3. Coolant temperature.
Indicates the temperature of the en- gine coolant (° Celsius).

4. Speedometer.
Indicates the current speed of the moving vehicle (mph or km/h).
A. Speed limiter.
or
Cruise control.
(mph or km/h)

B. Trip distance recorder.
(miles or km)

C. Service indicator.
(miles or km) then,
Engine oil level indicator.
then
Distance recorder.
(miles or km)
These three functions are displayed in succession when the ignition is
switched on.
Screen
For more information, refer to the sec-
tion which corresponds to the function
and to the display associated with it.

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Warning lamps
When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the switching on of one of the fol-
lowing warning lamps indicates a fault which
requires action on the part of the driver. Any fault resulting in the switching on of a warning lamp must be investigated
further by reading the associated message on the multifunction screen.
If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Warning lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

STOP
fi xed, associated
with another warning
lamp and
accompanied by
an audible signal.
It is associated with the
braking system or the
engine coolant temperature. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a PEUGEOT
dealer.

Service temporarily.
A minor fault has occurred
for which there is no
specifi c warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown
on the screen, such as, for example:
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash level,
- the remote control battery,
- saturation of the particle emission fi lter
(Diesel).
For any other faults, contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
fi xed. A major fault has occurred
for which there is no
specifi c warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown
on the screen and contact a PEUGEOT dealer.


Braking fi xed.
The braking system
fl uid level has dropped
signifi cantly. Top up with brake fl uid recommended by
PEUGEOT.
If the problem persists, have the system checked
by a PEUGEOT dealer.
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fi xed, associated with the ABS
warning lamp. The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system
has a fault. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Warning lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Maximum
coolant
temperature fi xed red.
The temperature of the
cooling system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before
topping up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.

Engine oil
pressure fi xed. There is a fault with the
engine lubrication system. Stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.

Battery
charge fi xed. The battery charging circuit
has a fault (dirty or loose
terminals, slack or cut
alternator belt, ...). This lamp should switch off when the engine is
started.
If it does not switch off, contact a PEUGEOT
dealer.

Door(s) open fi xed if the
speed is
below 6 mph (10 km/h).
A door, the boot or the rear
screen is still open. Close the door or boot.
fi xed and
accompanied
by an audible signal if the speed is
above 6 mph (10 km/h).

Directional
headlamps fl ashing. The directional headlamps
system is faulty. Have it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.

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Coolant temperature indicator
System which informs the driver of the
changes in the temperature of the en-
gine coolant while driving.
With the engine running, when the needle is:
- in zone A , the temperature is correct,
- in zone B , the temperature is too
high; the max temperature warning
lamp 1 and the central STOP warn-
ing lamp come on, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen.

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer. After driving for a few minutes, the tem-
perature and pressure in the cooling
system increase.
To top up the level:

 wait for the engine to cool,

 unscrew the cap by two turns to al-
low the pressure to drop,

 when the pressure has dropped, re-
move the cap,

 top up the level to the "MAX" mark
(circular line). On petrol engines, the cooling of the
engine is managed electronically to
reduce fuel consumption. Conse-
quently, the coolant temperature
levels are no longer simply linked
with the external ambient conditions
and the use of the vehicle.
For example, in town, it is normal
for the coolant temperature to be
slightly higher in cold weather than
in hot weather.

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PETROL ENGINES
The caps and covers provide access for checking the levels of the various fl uids and to replace certain components.

1. Coolant reservoir.

2. Passenger compartment fi lter.

3. Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.
4. Air fi lter.

5. Brake fl uid reservoir.

6. Fusebox.
7. Battery.

8. Engine oil dipstick.

9. Engine oil fi ller cap.

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DIESEL ENGINES
The caps and covers provide access for checking the levels of the various fl uids, to replace certain components and to prime
the fuel system.

1. Coolant reservoir.

2. Passenger compartment fi lter.

3. Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.
4. Priming pump.

5. Brake fl uid reservoir.

6. Fusebox.
7. Battery.

8. Engine oil dipstick.

9. Engine oil fi ller cap.

10. Air fi lter.

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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 signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Take care when working under the bon-
net, as some parts of the engine can be
extremely hot (risk of burns). Brake fluid level
To 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 using the dipstick. The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
Changing the brake fl uid
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record 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
temperature of the coolant is regulated by
the fan. This can operate with the ignition
off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle emission fi lter, 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. Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid*
The minimum level of this fl uid
is indicated by an audible sig-
nal and a message on the mul-
tifunction screen.
Top up the level when you stop the vehicle.
* According to country.
Changing the engine oil
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record 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 specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations. Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
fulfi l the DOT4 standards.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Fluid specifi cation
To guarantee optimum cleaning and
avoid freezing, plain water should not
be used to top up or replace this fl uid.

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* The bicycle carrier cannot be attached to your vehicle's tailgate.
TOWBAR 207 99G
Towbar suitable only for the attachment
of a bicycle carrier * .
TOWING A TRAILER, A CARAVAN, ETC.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional lighting
and signalling.
We recommend the use of genuine
PEUGEOT towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that the fi tting of the
towbar is entrusted to a PEUGEOT
dealer.
If the trailer is not fi tted by a PEUGEOT
dealer, it is imperative that it is fi tted
using the electrical pre-equipment
installed at the rear of the vehicle, in
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a gen-
uine PEUGEOT towbar is used.
We recommend that you do not
drive up onto high kerbs (risk of
damaging your vehicle). Driving advice
Distribution of loads

 Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towing load
must be reduced by 10 % and so on for
every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towing loads
which apply to your vehicle.
Side wind

 Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.

 To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed.
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing
vehicle to more signifi cant stress and its
driver must be particularly careful.

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The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
Tyres

 Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended pres-
sures.
Lighting

 Check the electrical lighting and
signalling on the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a gen-
uine PEUGEOT towbar is used.
 If the warning lamp and the

STOP warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.