coolant level PEUGEOT 308 CC DAG 2008 Owners Manual

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PETROL - DIESEL MANUAL GEARBOX INSTRUMENT PANELS
Panel grouping together the vehicle
operation indication dials and warning
lights.
5. Display.

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

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

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

2. Coolant temperature.
Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant (°Celsius).

3. Fuel level.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remain- ing in the tank.

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

B. Trip distance recorder.
(km or miles)
The following three functions are displayed in succession when the
ignition is switched on.

C. Service indicator.
(km or miles) then,
Engine oil level indicator.
then
distance recorder.
(km or miles)
Display
For further information, refer to the
paragraph relating to the button or
function and its associated display.

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PETROL - DIESEL MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC GEARBOX INSTRUMENT PANELS
Panel grouping together the vehicle
operation indication dials and warning
lights.
5. Small display.

6. Large display.

7. CHECK/display zero reset button.
Starts a manual CHECK.
Resets the function selected to zero (trip distance recorder or service
indicator).

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

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

2. Coolant temperature.
Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant (°Celsius).

3. Fuel level.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.

4. Vehicle speed.
Indicates the current speed of the moving vehicle (km/h or mph).
A. Trip distance recorder.
(km or miles)

B. Distance recorder.
(km or miles)
The following two functions are displayed in succession when the
ignition is switched on.

C. Service indicator.
(km or miles) then,
Engine oil level indicator.
Displays
For further information, refer to the
paragraph which relates to the but-
ton or function and its associated
display. The following functions are displayed in
accordance with the selection.
-

Warning lights/CHECK.
-

Tyre under-infl ation detection.
- Speed limiter/Cruise control.
-
Automatic gearbox.
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Navigation - Guidance/Trip computer
information.

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PETROL - DIESEL MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC GEARBOX WIP COM 3D INSTRUMENT PANELS
Panel grouping together the vehicle
operation indication dials and warning
lights.
5. Small display.

6. WIP Com 3D 16/9 large display.

7. CHECK/display zero reset button.
Starts a manual CHECK.
Resets the function selected to zero (trip distance recorder or service
indicator).

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

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

2. Coolant temperature.
Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant (°Celsius).

3. Fuel level.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.

4. Vehicle speed.
Indicates the current speed of the moving vehicle (km/h or mph).
A. Trip distance recorder.
(km or miles)

B. Distance recorder.
(km or miles)
The following two functions are displayed in succession when the
ignition is switched on.

C. Service indicator.
(km or miles) then,
Engine oil level indicator.
Displays
For further information, refer to the
paragraph which relates to the but-
ton or function and its associated
display. The following functions are displayed in
accordance with the selection.
-

Warning lights/CHECK.

- Tyre under-infl ation detection.

- Speed limiter/Cruise control.

- Automatic gearbox.

- Navigation - Guidance/Trip computer.

- Vehicle parameters.

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When the engine is running or the ve-
hicle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lights indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver. Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning light:
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Service.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a problem in one
of the systems which does not
have a specifi c warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display. Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the handbrake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by read-
ing the associated message on the
multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Warning lights
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle's assisted braking.
Common warning lights

After checking:
- that the doors, boot and bonnet are
closed,
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash fl uid level,
- the remote control battery,
- the pressure of the tyres,
- the end of saturation of the particle emission fi lter (Diesel),
for any other situations, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.

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Engine autodiagnostics
system.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
engine management system.
If it fl ashes, it indicates the occurrence of
a fault in the emission control system.
Low fuel level.
If this comes on, it indicates that
you only have enough fuel left
to drive approximately 30 miles
(50 km).
The capacity of the tank is approximately
60 litres.
Maximum coolant
temperature.
If this comes on, it indicates that the
temperature in the coo ling system
is too high. Stop the vehicle immediately
and as safely as possible.
Air bags.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the air bag, roll-over hoop or
seat belt pretensioner systems.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened.
If this comes on, it indicates
that the driver and/or the front
passenger has not fastened or has un-
fastened his seat belt.
It also indicates that one or more rear
passengers have unfastened their seat
belt.
Water in diesel ** .
If this comes on, it indicates the
presence of water in the diesel
fi lter.
There is a risk of damage to the injec-
tion system on Diesel engines.
Door open.
A door, the boot or the bonnet *
is open:
Battery charge.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...). Engine oil pressure.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine lubrication circuit. Stop the
vehicle immediately and as safely as
possible.
Specifi c warning lights
* Only with alarm.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactiva-
ted, if this warning light and the indicator
light on the button come on continuously,
this indicates the occurrence of a fault in
the ESP/ASR system.
** According to country.
-
f the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), this
warning light comes on continuously.

- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning light comes on continuously,
accompanied by an audible signal.

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The displaying of certain warning
lights may be accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction display.
Specifi c warning lights
The other warning lights appear on the
large display, located in the centre of
the instrument panel.
Depending on the seriousness of the
fault, they may be displayed in orange
or red. Certain warning lights may be
linked with those of the instrument
panel.
If they are linked with the
STOP
warning light, stop the vehicle im-
mediately and as safely as pos-
sible.
Directional headlamps.
If this fl ashes, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the
directional headlamps system. Engine oil pressure.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
engine lubrication circuit. Stop
the vehicle immediately and as safely
as possible.
Service.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the following:
Engine autodiagnostics
system.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
engine management system. Engine oil level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
an insuffi cient level of oil in the
engine. Stop the vehicle imme-
diately and as safely as pos-
sible.
Coolant temperature.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that the temperature in the
cooling system is too high. Stop
the vehicle immediately and as safely
as possible. Battery charge.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...).
- the engine management system,
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Air bags.
If this is displayed, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of the
air bag, roll-over hoop or preten-
sioning seat belt systems.
Braking.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in one
of the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light).
Stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
If the vehicle is moving, check that the
handbrake is released fully. Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
anti-lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle's assisted braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deacti-
vated, if this warning light and the indi-
cator light on the button come on, this
indicates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
Power steering.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
power steering. Stop the vehicle
immediately and as safely as
possible.
Door open.
A door, the boot or the bonnet *
is open:
Ice warning.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that there is risk of the formation
of ice on the road below a temperature
of 3 °C.
Drive carefully.
Handbrake.
If this is displayed, while the ve-
hicle is moving, it indicates that
the handbrake has not been re-
leased fully.
Electronic immobiliser.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
electronic engine immobiliser
system or that the remote control battery
is fl at.
* Only with alarm. Fuel level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
that there is only enough fuel
remaining to drive approxima-
tely 30 miles (50 km).
The capacity of the tank is approxima-
tely 60 litres. Screenwash fl uid level.
If this is displayed, following an
action on the wipers stalk, it in-
dicates an insuffi cient level of
fl uid.
Fill the screenwash/headlamp wash fl uid
reservoir when you stop. -
if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), this
warning light is displayed in orange,

if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning light is displayed in red.
Coolant level.
If this is displayed, it indicates
an insuffi cient level of coolant
in the circuit. Stop the vehicle
immediately and as safely as
possible.

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Coolant temperature indicator
System which informs the driver of
the changes in the temperature of the
engine 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
light 1 and the central STOP warning
light come on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction display.

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off
the engine.
Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
After driving for a few minutes, the
tempe rature and pressure in the coo ling
system increase.
To top up the level:

 wait for the engine to cool,

 unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the pressure to drop,

 when the pressure has dropped, remove the cap,

 top up the level to the "MAX" mark.
Manual Check
System which informs the driver of the
warnings present and of the activated
or deactivated status of the functions.

 With the engine running, to start a
manual check, press the
"CHECK/000"
button on the instrument panel.
If no "major" faults have been detected,

"CHECK OK" appears on the large instru-
ment panel display. If a "minor" fault has been detected, the
warning lights concerned then
"CHECK
OK" appear on the large instrument
panel display. Consult a PEUGEOT
dealer.
If a "major" fault has been detected, only
the warning lights concerned appear on
the large instrument panel display. Have
it checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.

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CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and top
them up if necessary, unless otherwise
indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding circuit checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer. Brake fluid level
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work.
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.
Between two oil changes, the consump-
tion should not exceed 0.5 litre per
600 miles (1,000 km). The brake fl uid 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.
Power steering fluid level The power steering fl uid level
should be close to the "MAX"
mark. Unscrew the cap, with
the engine cold, to check the
level. Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fi tted
with headlamp washers, the
minimum level of this fl uid is
indicated by an audible signal
and a message on the multi-
function display.

Top up the level when you stop the vehicle.
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 specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's recom-
mendations. Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
fulfi l the DOT4 standards.
Draining the circuit
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up or replaced with water.
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 fi tted with a
particle emission fi lter, the fan may
operate after the vehicle has been
switched off, even if the engine is
cold. Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.