Peugeot 407 2006 Owner's Manual

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2.2 LITRE 16V and
3 LITRE V6 24V
PETROL ENGINES
* According to country.Important:
if you have to
remove or refit the engine
style cover, handle it with care
to avoid damaging the fixing
clips.
Check the levels!
1 - Power steering reservoir.
2 - Engine coolant reservoir
(expansion bottle).
3 - Engine oil filler cap.
4 - Brake fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Dipstick.
7 - Windscreen and headlamp* wash
filler cap.

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1.6 LITRE HDI 16V and
2 LITRE HDI 16V
DIESEL ENGINES
* According to country.Important:
if you have to
remove / refit the engine style
cover, handle it with care to
avoid damaging the fixing
clips.
Check the levels!
1 - Power steering reservoir.
2 - Engine coolant reservoir
(expansion bottle).
3 - Engine oil filler cap.
4 - Brake fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Dipstick.
7 - Windscreen and headlamp wash*
filler cap.
8 - Priming pump.
9 - Degas screw.

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2.2 LITRE HDI 16V and
2.7 LITRE HDI 24V
DIESEL ENGINES
* According to country.Important:
if you have to
remove / refit the engine style
cover, handle it with care to
avoid damaging the fixing
clips.
Check the levels!
1 - Power steering reservoir.
2 - Engine coolant reservoir
(expansion bottle).
3 - Engine oil filler cap.
4 - Brake fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Dipstick.
7 - Windscreen and headlamp wash*
filler cap.
8 - Priming pump.
9 - Degas screw.

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CHECKING THE LEVELS
These are normal maintenance
operations which keep your vehicle
in good working order. Consult the
instructions in the PEUGEOT Network,
on the Infotec site or in the servicing
booklet enclosed with this handbook.
DipstickThere are two marks on
the dipstick:
A = maximum
Never fill past this mark.
B = minimum
To maintain the reliability
of engines and emission
control systems, the use
of additives in engine oil is
prohibited.
Oil level
 Check the level regularly and top
up between changes.
Check the level with the vehicle level,
the engine having been off for more
than 15 minutes, using the dipstick. Oil change
It is imperative that this is carried out at
the intervals specified and the viscosity
of the oil chosen must meet the require-
ments laid down in the manufacturer’s
servicing schedule. Consult the instruc-
tions in the PEUGEOT Network or on
the Infotec site.
Note:
avoid used oil coming into
prolonged contact with the skin.
Empty the used oil into the containers
provided for this purpose in the
PEUGEOT Network. system is pressurised, wait for at least
one hour after the engine has stopped
before carrying out any work.
Oil filter
Replace the cartridge regularly in
accordance with the recommendations
of the servicing schedule.
Brake fluid change
Use the fluid recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfils DOT4
Standards.
It is imperative that the brake fluid is
changed at the intervals specified in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
servicing schedule.
Note:
avoid all contact with the skin,
the brake fluid is harmful to health and
very corrosive.
Used oil
Power steering reservoir
Use the fluid recommended by the
manufacturer.
 Open the reservoir, with the engine
at ambient temperature. The level
should always be above the MIN.
mark and close to the MAX. mark.
Cooling system Windscreen and headlamp
wash levelFor best quality cleaning and for your
safety, to see and be seen, we would
advise that you use products of the
Universal range recommended by
PEUGEOT, of particular benefit if your
407 is fitted with Xenon bulbs.
To prevent damage to the electrical
units, avoid washing the engine.Slacken the cap by two turns
to release the pressure to
prevent any risk of scalding.
When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Note: the coolant does not need to be
changed.
Use the fluid recommended
by the manufacturer.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is
controlled by the engine fan. As this
fan can operate with the ignition key
removed and because the cooling Do not dispose of used oil,
brake fluid or coolant into
drains or onto the ground.
Important:
if you have to
remove/refit the engine style
cover, handle it with care to
avoid damaging the fixing
clips.

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CHECKS
Battery
At the start of winter, have
your battery checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Have the filter elements
replaced regularly. If you drive
in dusty conditions, change
them twice as often.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that the particle emission
filter is maintained in accordance with
the manufacturer’s servicing schedule,
by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Note: following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice emissions of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does not
have any effect on the performance of
the vehicle or the environment.
On vehicles which are fitted with
a particle emission filter, the fan
assembly may operate after the
vehicle has stopped, even when the
engine is cold. Where the handbrake travel
is too great or there is a
reduction in the performance
of the system, the handbrake
should be adjusted.
Have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
Handbrake
To ensure the best perfor-
mance from components as
important as the power stee-
ring and the braking system,
the manufacturer selects and offers
specific products, only use products
recommended by PEUGEOT.
FUEL SUPPLY CUT-OFF
(PETROL)*
As a safety precaution, in certain
circumstances, a mechanism prevents
fuel from reaching the engine.
To re-establish the fuel supply :
 press the red button on the angle
of the front right-hand suspension
assembly, under the bonnet.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
(DIESEL)
If you should run out of fuel, it is
necessary to re-prime the circuit.
The repriming pump and the degas
screw are located under the bonnet
(see corresponding illustration in the
technical data section):
1.6 litre 16V HDI engine
- fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of diesel,
- squeeze and release the manual re- priming pump, until fuel appears in
the transparent pipe,
- operate the starter until the engine starts.
2 litre 16V HDI engine
- fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of diesel,
- unscrew the degas screw,
- squeeze and release the manual repriming pump until diesel is seen
escaping via the degas screw,
- retighten the degas screw,
- operate the starter until the engine starts.
Brake pad wear depends on
the style of driving, in particular
for vehicles which are used in
town, over short distances.
Brake pads
It may be necessary to check
the thickness of the pads,
even between services.
* According to version.

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CHANGING A WHEEL
Tools available
The following tools are located in
the holder in the centre of the spare
wheel:
1 - Wheelbrace.
2 - Wheelbrace extension.
3 - Jack.
4 - Removable towing eye.
5 - Alloy wheel trim cover tool
(yellow tool). Removal

For vehicles with steel wheels,
detach the trim using extension 2
pulling at the valve passage hole.
 For vehicles with alloy wheels,
remove the trim covers using
tool 5.
 Loosen the wheel bolts.
 Take the jack from the tool kit.
 Place the jack 3 in one of the four
locations underneath the vehicle
(the nearest one to the wheel to be
changed).
 Extend the jack using wheelbrace 1
and the extension 2.
 Unscrew the bolts and remove the
wheel.
Access to the spare wheel and the
jack in the boot

Lift the floor using the lifting handle.
Secure the handle behind the boot
seal. Never go underneath a vehicle
which is supported only by a
jack.

Park the vehicle on level, stable
and non-slippery ground.
 Apply the handbrake, switch off the
ignition and engage first or reverse
gear (position P for the automatic
gearbox).

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Fitting a wheel
 Position the wheel.
 Tighten the bolts by hand.
 Partly tighten the bolts using the
wheelbrace.
 Fold the jack and remove it.
 Fully tighten the bolts using the
wheelbrace.
 For vehicles with steel wheels, refit
the wheel trim starting by placing
its notch facing the valve and press
with the palm of the hand.
 For vehicles with alloy wheels, refit
the trim covers.
 Put the tool holder back in position.
This helps to keep the boot floor
in its correct position, to prevent
any deformation of the floor when
loaded.
 Tighten the spare wheel securing
strap to prevent noise and for your
safety in the event of impact. Punctured tyre warning
light
Information on the instrument
panel:
Reminder:
for your safety, always
change a wheel:
- on level, stable, non-slippery ground,
- with the handbrake applied,
- with first or reverse gear engaged (position P for the automatic
gearbox),
- never go underneath a vehicle which is supported only by a jack. Tyre under-inflation
detection system warning
light
These original wheels are fitted with a
pressure sensor (see paragraph "Tyre
under-inflation detection"). The alarm
which detects the removal or absence
of a wheel fitted with the indicator
sensor signals the anomaly. Have
the wheel repaired and checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
After changing the wheel:
- have the tightening of the bolts and
the tyre pressure of the spare wheel
checked as soon as possible.
- have the punctured wheel repaired and refit it to the vehicle as soon as
possible.
- have the spare wheel checked and replace it in its boot recess.
Recommendations when using the
temporary spare wheel*
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
spare wheel with a different rim to that
of the standard wheel.
After use, replace it as soon as
possible.
Follow the recommendations below
to avoid any alteration in vehicle
handling:
- do not drive above 50 mph (80 km/h),
- do not fit a wheel trim,
- drive carefully,
- check the inflation pressure indicated on the label. * According to version and country.

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Bolt covers
Alloy wheel bolts are covered by
chrome trims.
Use the yellow tool to remove the trims
before slackening the bolts. Fitting the spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with a steel spare
wheel, when fitting it, it is
normal
when
tightening the bolts to notice that the
washers do not come into contact with
the rim. The spare wheel is secured by
the cone shape of each bolt.
PARTIAL REMOVABLE
CLOSER*
The partial removable closer is a cover
which is clipped onto the air intake
grille to prevent the accumulation of
snow due to direct splashes.
Once it has been fitted on your vehicle,
it is imperative that it is removed when
the ambient temperature conditions
rise above 10 °C again.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Tyres of size 215/55 R17
cannot be fitted with standard
snow chains, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to country.
Special features of alloy
wheels
Anti-theft bolts
Your wheels are fitted with anti-theft
bolts (one per wheel), placed under
chrome trims which must be removed
using the yellow tool, before the bolts
are unscrewed using the anti-theft
socket and the wheel brace 1.
Fitting snow tyres
If you fit snow tyres mounted on steel
wheels onto your vehicle, it is
essential
to use special bolts available from your
PEUGEOT dealer.
Note: this anti-theft socket
was given to you on delivery of
your vehicle with the duplicate
keys and the confidential card.
Make a careful note of the code number
engraved on the head of the anti-theft
socket. This will enable you to obtain
a duplicate anti-theft socket from a
PEUGEOT dealer. You are advised to
do the same for the duplicate keys and
not to leave the confidential card in the
vehicle.

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Bolt covers
Alloy wheel bolts are covered by
chrome trims.
Use the yellow tool to remove the trims
before slackening the bolts. Fitting the spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with a steel spare
wheel, when fitting it, it is
normal
when
tightening the bolts to notice that the
washers do not come into contact with
the rim. The spare wheel is secured by
the cone shape of each bolt.
PARTIAL REMOVABLE
CLOSER*
The partial removable closer is a cover
which is clipped onto the air intake
grille to prevent the accumulation of
snow due to direct splashes.
Once it has been fitted on your vehicle,
it is imperative that it is removed when
the ambient temperature conditions
rise above 10 °C again.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
Tyres of size 215/55 R17
cannot be fitted with standard
snow chains, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer.
* According to country.
Special features of alloy
wheels
Anti-theft bolts
Your wheels are fitted with anti-theft
bolts (one per wheel), placed under
chrome trims which must be removed
using the yellow tool, before the bolts
are unscrewed using the anti-theft
socket and the wheel brace 1.
Fitting snow tyres
If you fit snow tyres mounted on steel
wheels onto your vehicle, it is
essential
to use special bolts available from your
PEUGEOT dealer.
Note: this anti-theft socket
was given to you on delivery of
your vehicle with the duplicate
keys and the confidential card.
Make a careful note of the code number
engraved on the head of the anti-theft
socket. This will enable you to obtain
a duplicate anti-theft socket from a
PEUGEOT dealer. You are advised to
do the same for the duplicate keys and
not to leave the confidential card in the
vehicle.

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CHANGING A FRONT BULB
Handle the bulbs with a dry cloth.2 - Main beam headlamps:

H7-55 W.
 Remove the protective cover
corresponding to the faulty bulb.
 Disconnect the connector.
 Press the end of the securing clips
to free the bulb. Change the bulb.
 When fitting the new bulb, ensure
that the direction notches are
positioned correctly and the
securing clips are fixed properly.
 Reconnect the connector.
 Refit the protective cover.
3 - Side lights: W 5 W.
 Remove the protective cover,
disconnect the connector and then
remove the bulb and change it.
 Put the connector back in place.
 Reconnect the connector.
 Refit the protective cover. 4 - Direction indicators:
PY 21 W (amber).
 Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn
and remove it.
 Change the bulb.
WARNING: RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION
Front lights
In the engine compartment, remove
the cover secured by one or two
butterfly screws, a plastic retainer clip
and two quarter turn screws.
1 - Dipped beam headlamps: H1-55 W or D2S-35 W xenon
bulb.
Xenon bulbs must be replaced by a
PEUGEOT dealer. Amber coloured bulbs
(direction indicators and side
repeaters) must be replaced
with bulbs of identical
specification and colour.
5 - Front fog lamps: H11 - 55 W.
Turn the wheels to full lock.
Access to the bulb is via the flap in the
front mud flap.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.
The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protective
coating. Do not clean them with a dry
or abrasive cloth, nor with a detergent
or solvent product.
Ensure that the liquid used to fill
the wash-wipe and headlamp wash
reservoir is of good quality.
In certain climatic conditions
(low temperature, humidity),
condensation on the inside
surface of the headlamp glass
is normal; it disappears a few minutes
after the lights are switched on.