PEUGEOT 4007 2010.5 Owners Manual
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CHECKING LEVELS CHECKING LEVELS 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. T h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l s h o u l d b e
between the "MAX" and "MIN"
marks.
If it is not, check the brake pad
wear.
C h a n g i n g t h e b r a k e fl u i d
Refer to the servicing booklet for details of the interval for this operation.
Coolant level
The coolant level must be
measured when the engine is
cold and should be between
the "LOW" and "FULL" marks.
When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the fan.
This can operate with the ignition off.
O n v e h i c l e s w h i c h a r e fi t t e d w i t h a
p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r , t h e f a n m a y
operate after the vehicle has been
s w i t c h e d o f f , e v e n i f t h e e n g i n e i s
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
C h e c k t h e fl u i d l e v e l r e g u l a r l y ,
using the gauge.
* According to country.
Changing the engine oil
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.
O i l s p e c i fi c a t i o n
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's recom-
mendations. F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h e b r a k e fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e
manufacturer's recommendations and
f u l fi l t h e D O T 4 s t a n d a r d s .
C h a n g i n g t h e c o o l a n t fl u i d
Refer to the servicing booklet for details of the interval for this operation.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h i s fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e m a n u f a c -
turer's recommendations for optimum
cleaning.
Power steering fluid level
C h e c k t h e fl u i d l e v e l w i t h t h e e n g i n e a t
idle.
C h e c k t h a t t h e p o w e r s t e e r i n g fl u i d
level is always between the "MAX" and
"MIN" marks and top up if necessary.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h i s fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e m a n u f a c -
turer's recommendations.
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
I f a l e v e l d r o p s s i g n i fi c a n t l y , h a v e t h e
corresponding system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
When working under the bonnet, take
care as certain areas of the engine may
be extremely hot (risk of burns).
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Diesel additive level (Diesel
with particle emission filter)
The minimum level of this additive is indica-
ted by lighting of the service warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction screen.
Topping up
This additive must be topped up by a
PEUGEOT dealer without delay.
Used products
CHECKS CHECKS
Battery Check the electrolyte level
regularly. If necessary, top up
the level with distilled water.
Check that the terminals are
clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer 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 environ-
ment (dusty atmosphere...) and the use
of the vehicle (city driving...), replace
them twice as often if necessary (refer
to the "Engines" paragraph).
A c l o g g e d p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l -
ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours. Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e o i l fi l t e r e a c h t i m e
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
M a i n t e n a n c e o f t h e p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l -
ter must be carried out by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
Following prolonged operation
of the vehicle at very low speed
or at idle, you may, exception-
ally, notice the emission of water
vapour at the exhaust on accel-
eration. This does not have any
adverse effect on the perform-
ance of the vehicle or on the
environment.
Avoid any prolonged contact of
u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s w i t h t h e s k i n .
M o s t o f t h e s e fl u i d s a r e h a r m f u l t o
health or indeed very corrosive.
D o n o t d i s c a r d u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s
into sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the contain-
ers provided for this purpose in
the PEUGEOT network (France)
or take them to an authorised
waste disposal site.
D o n o t d i s c a r d t h e o i l fi l t e r t h r o u g h p u b -
lic channels, deposit it in the containers
dedicated to this use in the PEUGEOT
network (France) or take them to an au-
thorised waste disposal site.
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.
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Diesel additive level (Diesel
with particle emission filter)
The minimum level of this additive is indica-
ted by lighting of the service warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction screen.
Topping up
This additive must be topped up by a
PEUGEOT dealer without delay.
Used products
CHECKS CHECKS
Battery Check the electrolyte level
regularly. If necessary, top up
the level with distilled water.
Check that the terminals are
clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer 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 environ-
ment (dusty atmosphere...) and the use
of the vehicle (city driving...), replace
them twice as often if necessary (refer
to the "Engines" paragraph).
A c l o g g e d p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l -
ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours. Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e o i l fi l t e r e a c h t i m e
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
M a i n t e n a n c e o f t h e p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l -
ter must be carried out by a PEUGEOT
dealer.
Following prolonged operation
of the vehicle at very low speed
or at idle, you may, exception-
ally, notice the emission of water
vapour at the exhaust on accel-
eration. This does not have any
adverse effect on the perform-
ance of the vehicle or on the
environment.
Avoid any prolonged contact of
u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s w i t h t h e s k i n .
M o s t o f t h e s e fl u i d s a r e h a r m f u l t o
health or indeed very corrosive.
D o n o t d i s c a r d u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s
into sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the contain-
ers provided for this purpose in
the PEUGEOT network (France)
or take them to an authorised
waste disposal site.
D o n o t d i s c a r d t h e o i l fi l t e r t h r o u g h p u b -
lic channels, deposit it in the containers
dedicated to this use in the PEUGEOT
network (France) or take them to an au-
thorised waste disposal site.
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.
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Manual gearbox Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of gearbox mainte-
nance.
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
d r o p i n t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i n d i c a t e s
that the brake pads are worn. Brake disc wear
For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Parking brake If the parking brake travel is
too long or if you notice a loss
of effectiveness of this sys-
tem, the parking brake must
be adjusted, even between
two services.
This system must be checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Only use products recommended by
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent
q u a l i t y a n d s p e c i fi c a t i o n s . In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as
the braking system, PEUGEOT
s e l e c t s a n d o f f e r s v e r y s p e c i fi c
products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compart-
ment is strictly
prohibited .
Transfer box and rear
differential
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the service inter-
val for these components.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A WHEEL CHANGING
The tools are stored in the storage com-
partment in the boot right-hand trim.
To gain access to them:
open the boot,
turn button A to the left,
remove the cover B ,
r e m o v e t h e fi x i n g b a n d C and take
out the tool bag D containing the
tools,
take the jack E in your hand and
r e m o v e i t f r o m i t s fi x i n g p o s i t i o n .
1. Wheelbrace.
Used to remove the wheel trim and t h e w h e e l fi x i n g b o l t s .
2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Handle.
U s e d t o e x t e n d t h e j a c k .
List of tools
Other accessories
4. Removable towing eye.
Refer to the "Towing" paragraph.
Access to the tools
When changing a wheel, ensure
that the four wheels are of identi-
c a l s p e c i fi c a t i o n a n d b r a n d .
When storing, take care to se-
cure the tool bag
D fi r m l y u s i n g
t h e fi x i n g b a n d C .
When removing the wheel , remove
t h e t r i m fi r s t u s i n g t h e h a n d l e 3 , pulling
at the notch.
W h e n r e fi t t i n g t h e w h e e l , r e fi t t h e t r i m
starting by placing its notch F (indicated
on the back of the trim) opposite the
valve G and press on its outer edge
with the palm of your hand.
Wheel with trim
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Fixing the "space-saver"
spare wheel
I f y o u r v e h i c l e i s fi t t e d w i t h a l -
loy wheels, it is normal to notice
that the washers do not come
into contact with the "space-sav-
er" spare wheel when tightening
t h e b o l t s o n fi t t i n g . T h e w h e e l i s
retained by the conical contact
of each bolt.
Access to the spare wheel in
the 7 seat configuration
The "space-
saver
" spare wheel is in-
stalled on the outside, under the boot,
supported by a metal carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
"Access to the tools" paragraph. Putting the wheel back in place
Put the wheel back in place in its
carrier.
Lift the carrier C and reposition the
hook D .
Open the lower tailgate (refer to the
"Access" section).
Remove the plastic cover A using
the handle 3 .
Unscrew the spare wheel carrier
retaining bolt B using the wheel-
brace 1 .
Close the lower tailgate (refer to the
"Access" section).
Lift the carrier C to detach the
hook D then allow it to lower.
Tighten the spare wheel carrier re-
taining bolt B fully using the wheel-
brace 1 .
R e fi t t h e p l a s t i c c o v e r A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.
Removing the wheel
Open the tailgate and the lower tail-
gate (refer to the "Access" section).
Take out the handle 3 (refer to the
"Access to the tools" paragraph).
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Access to the spare wheel in
the 5 seat configuration
The pressed
steel
spare wheel is in-
stalled on the outside, under the boot,
supported by a winch and a plastic
carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
"Access to the tools" paragraph.
Fixing the pressed steel
spare wheel
I f y o u r v e h i c l e i s fi t t e d w i t h a l l o y
wheels, it is normal to notice that
the washers do not come into
contact with the pressed steel
spare wheel when tightening the
b o l t s o n fi t t i n g . T h e w h e e l i s r e -
tained by the conical contact of
each bolt.
Removing the wheel
Open the tailgate and the lower tail-
gate (refer to the "Access" section).
Take out the handle 3 (refer to the
"Access to the tools" paragraph).
Remove the plastic cover A using
the handle 3 . Putting the wheel back in place
Put the wheel back in place in its
carrier.
Pass the hook C into the chain.
Open the lower tailgate (refer to the
"Access" section).
Unscrew the retaining bolt B fully
using the wheelbrace 1 , to unwind
the winch cable.
Close the lower tailgate (refer to the
"Access" section).
Detach the hook C from the chain.
Unwind the winch cable fully to make
unhooking of the chain easier.
Tighten the winch retaining bolt B
fully using the wheelbrace 1 .
R e fi t t h e p l a s t i c c o v e r A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it
d o e s n o t b l o c k t r a f fi c : i f p o s s i b l e ,
park the vehicle on level, stable
and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake, switch
o f f t h e i g n i t i o n a n d e n g a g e fi r s t
gear to lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock un-
der the wheel diagonally oppo-
site the wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack; use a stand.
Removing a wheel
List of operations
If your vehicle is equipped with secu-
rity wheel bolts (equipment available
a s a n a c c e s s o r y ) fi t t h e s e c u r i t y s o c k -
et 5 on the wheelbrace 1 to slacken
the security bolt.
Slacken 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 underbody, which-
ever is closest to the wheel to be
changed.
E x t e n d t h e j a c k 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.
R a i s e t h e v e h i c l e u n t i l t h e r e i s s u f fi -
cient 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.
Remove the wheel.
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After changing a wheel
When using the "space-saver"
s p a r e w h e e l , d o n o t e x c e e d a
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
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 a wheel
List of operations
Lower the vehicle fully.
Fold the jack 2 and detach it.
Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fi t t e d w i t h t h e s e c u r i t y
socket 5 (if your vehicle is equipped
with security wheel bolts).
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.
Store the tools (refer to the para-
graph "Access to the tools").
Fitting snow tyres
If you equip your vehicle with
s n o w t y r e s fi t t e d o n s t e e l w h e e l
rims, special bolts available from
your PEUGEOT dealer must be
used.
Put the wheel in place on the hub.
Screw in the bolts fully by hand.
Pre-tighten the security bolt us-
ing the wheelbrace 1 fi t t e d w i t h
the security socket 5 (if your vehi-
cle is equipped with security wheel
bolts).
Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING CHANGING A BULB
Handle the bulbs using a dry
cloth.
Do not clean the headlamps
using a dry or abrasive cloth,
or using detergent or solvent
products, use a sponge and
soapy water. In some weather conditions (e.g.
low temperature or humidity),
the presence of misting on the
internal surface of the glass of
the headlamps and rear lamps
is normal; it disappears after the
lamps have been on for a few
minutes.
Front lamps
1. Direction indicators
(PY21W - 21 W).
2. Dipped
beam
headlamps
(H11 - 55 W)
or xenon bulb (D2S - 35 W).
3. Sidelamps
(W5W - 5 W).
4. Main beam headlamps (H7 - 55 W).
5. Front
foglamps
(H11 - 55 W). WARNING: RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION
Xenon bulbs must be replaced by a
PEUGEOT dealer.