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F unscrew the filler cap and place it on its carrier (on the filler flap).
F

I
nsert the filler nozzle as far as it will go,
before starting delivery of fuel (risk of blow-
back).
F

K
eep the nozzle in this position while
refuelling.
Quality of the fuel used for
petrol engines
the petrol engines are compatible with e1 0 type petrol biofuels (containing
10
% ethanol), conforming to e
u
ropean
standards
e
N 2
28 and e
N 1
5376.
e8

5 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol)
are reserved exclusively for vehicles marketed
for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex
vehicles).
t
h
e quality of the ethanol must
comply with
e
u
ropean standard e
N 1
5293.
Once refuelling is complete:
F

F

it and tighten the filler cap until you hear a
click.
W

hen you release the filler cap, it turns
slightly in the opposite direction.
F

P

ush the filler flap to close it.
When you fill the fuel tank, do not continue
after the 3rd cut- off of the pump ; this could
cause malfunctions .
Your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter
that reduces harmful exhaust emissions.
th

e filler neck has a narrower aperture that
only admits nozzles on pumps delivering
unleaded petrol .
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Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50


km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
ta

ke account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running speed
authorised.
th

e snow chains must be fitted only
to the front wheels.
t
h

ey must never
be fitted to "space-saver" type spare
wheels. Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and
the road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.
us

e only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
165/65 R14 9 mm
165/60 R15
For more information on snow chains,
contact a P
e

uge
Ot

dealer or a
qualified workshop.
It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face.
th

e lane departure warning system
should be deactivated when driving with
snow chains fitted.
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electrical energy economy mode*
System which manages the duration of use of certain functions to conserve a sufficient level of
charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use functions such as the audio system, windscreen
wipers, dipped beam headlamps,
courtesy lamps, etc. for a maximum combined duration of
twenty


minutes.
th

is period may be greatly reduced if the battery is not fully charged. Let the engine run for the duration
specified to ensure that the battery
charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously
restart the engine in order to charge the
battery.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
Refer to the "Battery" section.
Switching to economy mode
Once this time has elapsed the active functions
are put on standby.
exiting economy mode
these functions are reactivated automatically
next time the vehicle is driven.
to r
estore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run for at
least 5 minutes.
*

O
nly on vehicles with the "Keyless e
n
try and
Starting" system.
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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.
"
tr

ansport solutions":

boot carpet, boot liner,
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 and interior 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, black grained
side mouldings, ...
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":


audio system, speaker, semi-
integral navigation systems, hands-free kit,
driving assistance systems, 230 V socket,
portable satellite navigation system, telephone/
smartphone support, digital radio, ...
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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.
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Fitting roof bars
When fitting transverse roof bars, use the
accessories recommended by PeugeOt and
follow the manufacturer's fitting instructions.
For more information, contact a P
e

uge
Ot

dealer or a qualified workshop. Please refer to national legislation in
order to comply with the regulations
concerning the transportation of objects
which are longer than the vehicle.
Maximum weight authorised on the bars,
for a loading height not exceeding 40 cm
(except bicycle carrier): 40 kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the
speed of the vehicle to the profile of the
road to avoid damaging the roof bars.
Changing a wiper
blade
Removing the front wiper blade
F Raise the wiper arm.
F R emove the wiper blade, sliding it towards
the outside.
Fitting the front wiper blade
F Put the corresponding new wiper blade in place and fix it.
F

F
old down the wiper arm carefully.
to c

onserve the effectiveness of
the flat-blade type wiper blades, we
recommend that they are:
-
han

dled with care,
-

c
leaned regularly with soapy water,
-

n
ot used to hold a cardboard sheet
against the windscreen,
-

r
eplaced at the first signs of wear.
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Peugeot & totA L,
A PARtNe RSHIP to D eL IVe R
B
e
tte
R
P
eR
F
oR
MANC
e!
2015 was marked by PEUGEOT's return to Rally-Raid,
one of the most difficult motorsport disciplines in the
world. To obtain the best performance in these trials,
PEUGEOT Sport chose TOTAL QUARTZ for the
PEUGEOT 2008 DKR, a lubricant of high technology
which protects the engine in the most severe
conditions.
totAL QuARtZ p rotects your engine against the effects
of time.
ReCoMMe NDS
TOTAL QUARTZ Ineo First is a high performance lubricant,
the result of work done together by PEUGEOT and TOTAL
R&D. Specially formulated for the engines in PEUGEOT
vehicles, its innovative technology significantly reduces CO
2
emissions and keeps your engine clean.

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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.
th

e cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles 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.
9.
R

emote earth point.
Petrol engines
Puretech 82
V
ti 6
8
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).
engine 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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