PEUGEOT 108 2015 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: PEUGEOT, Model Year: 2015, Model line: 108, Model: PEUGEOT 108 2015Pages: 271, PDF Size: 7.42 MB
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Accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the PeugeOt dealer network.th
ese accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from Pe ugeOt' s recommendation and warranty.
"Transport solutions":
boot carpet, boot liner,
boot net, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier,
ski carrier, roof boxes, boot dividers, ...
"Style":
ligne S body kit, ligne S personalised
mats, aluminium gear lever knob, alloy wheels,
exterior personalisation stickers, chrome side
mouldings, chrome mirror shells, door sill
finishers, personalised remote control shells, ... "Comfort":
air deflectors, insulated module,
sun blinds, scented air freshener, portable
ashtray, reading lamp, front and rear parking
sensors, centre armrest, cigarette lighter... "Security and safety": anti-theft alarm,
vehicle tracking system, snow chains, wheel
non-slip covers, wheel security bolts, child
seats, first aid kit, warning triangle, high
visibility vest, breathalyzer, fire extinguisher,
pet seat belt, foglamp kit, seat belt cutter/glass
hammer, ...
"Protection":
mats, mud flaps, vehicle cover,
seat covers, bumper protectors, ...
to p
revent the mat from becoming caught
under the pedals:
-
e
nsure that the mat is secured correctly,
-
n
ever fit one mat on top of another."Multimedia":
CD player, audio system,
speaker, semi-integral navigation systems,
hands-free kit, driving assistance systems,
230 V socket, rear multi-media support, DVD
players, portable satellite navigation system,
telephone/smartphone support, digital radio, ...
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Practical information
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the fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recommended
by P
e
uge
Ot
may result in a failure of
your vehicle's electronic system and
excessive electrical consumption.
Contact a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer
for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.
Installation of radio
communication
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
el
ectromagnetic Compatibility
Directive
(2004/104/
eC
). Depending on the legislation in force in
the country, certain safety equipment
may be compulsory: high visibility
safety vests, warning triangles,
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps
at the rear of the vehicle.
Practical information
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PeugeOt & t O tA L,
A PARtNeRSHIP tO DeL IVe R
Be
tte R
P
e
RFORMANC
e
!
Innovation, the key to success
the tOtAL Research and Development and
Pe
ugeOt teams work together to develop high
quality lubricants that meet the requirements
of P
e
uge
Ot
vehicles. For you, this is the
assurance that the performance of your engine
is optimised while also ensuring its durability.
th
e 208 HYbrid F
e
demonstrates the ability of
P
e
uge
Ot
and
tOtA
L to develop innovative
technologies and provide other ways of moving
towards the future.
208 HYbrid FE, a technology demonstrator with exceptional characteristics: 1.9 l /100 km
(148.7 mpg) and 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 8 seconds.
Reduced exhaust emissions,
a true reality
tOtAL lubricants are formulated to optimise the
efficiency of engines and the protection of the
emissions post-treatment systems. It is important
to observe the servicing recommendations
made by P
e
uge
Ot
to assure correct operation.
RECOMMENDS
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Bonnet
Do not open the bonnet when there is a
very strong wind.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).
F
P
ush the exterior safety catch to the left
and raise the bonnet. F u
n
clip the bonnet stay from its housing.
F
F
ix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet
open.
Opening
F Pull towards you the interior release lever, located in the lower dashboard.
The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with ar ticles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades.
Closing
F take the stay out of the support notch.
F C lip the stay in its housing.
F
L
ower the bonnet and release it near the
end of its travel.
F
P
ull on the bonnet to check that it is fully
latched.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.
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1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A
i r f i l t e r.
4.
B
rake fluid reservoir.
5.
Battery.
6.
Fusebox.
7.
e
n
gine oil dipstick.
8.
e
n
gine oil filler cap.
Petrol engines
PureTech 82
VTi 68
For access to the brake fluid reservoir
and the fusebox, unclip the plastic cover
at the base of the windscreen, pressing
on the two tongues.
Refer to the "Changing a fuse" section.
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Checking levels
take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the engine
may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and
the cooling fan could start at any time
(even with the ignition off).
Oil level
the check of the oil level is carried
out with the dipstick, located under
the bonnet. For the position of the
dipstick, refer to the under-bonnet
view on a previous page.
Checking with dipstick
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a Pe ugeOt dealer or a qualified workshop.
to e
nsure the accuracy of the reading,
your vehicle must be on a level
sur face, with the engine off for at least
30
minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). P
e
uge
Ot
recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 km). If you find that the oil level is above the A mark
or below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
-
I
f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of engine damage), contact a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
-
I
f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top-up the engine oil.
Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location
of the dipstick on your vehicle.
F
t
a
ke the dipstick by its coloured grip and
pull it out completely.
F
W
ith the end of the dipstick with a clean
and non-fluffy cloth.
F
R
efit the dipstick and push it fully down,
then pull it out again for a visual check of
the oil level: the level must be between the
two marks A and B .
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the brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
the brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Topping-up the engine oil
Oil gradethe oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location
of the oil filler cap on your vehicle.
F
u
n
screw the filler cap for access to the
filler orifice.
F
P
our in the oil in small quantities, avoiding
spills onto the engine (risk of fire).
F
W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F
t
o
p-up again if necessary.
F
A
fter checking and topping up, carefully
refit the oil filler cap and the dipstick to its
housing.
Engine oil change
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emissions control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
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Avoid 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.
ta
ke used oil to a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
Used products
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you
use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.
Screenwash fluid level
top up the level when necessary.
Coolant level
the coolant level must be:
- b etween the " FULL" or "F" and
" LOW " or "L" marks for V
ti 6
8
and V
ti 6
8 S&S engines,
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
to a
void any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and
top up the level.
Fluid specification
the coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations. The cooling fan may star t after switching
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and
clothing that might be caught by the fan
blades. -
b
etween the "
MIN" and " MAX" marks for
the Pure
te
ch 82 engine.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
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12 V battery
the battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean
and correctly tightened, particularly in summer
and winter.Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for these
components.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of
the replacement interval for this
component.
Oil filter
unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a PeugeOt dealer or a qualified workshop.
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle
(e.g. city driving), replace them twice as often
if necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer
to the "12 V battery" section for details of the
precautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.
Manual gearbox
the gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for the checking interval for
this component.
Clutch
the clutch is operated mechanically and
requires regular adjustment.
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for information on when the adjustment should
be checked.
In the event of an operating fault
(difficulty moving off, for example),
contact a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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ETG gearbox
the etg gearbox does not require
any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for information on when this
unit should be checked.
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
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a Pe ugeOt
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wearOnly use products recommended by
Pe ugeOt or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, P
e
uge
Ot
selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be checked, even between two
services.
Checking this system must be done by a
P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
have the condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
un
less there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
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