wheel Peugeot 208 2017 Owner's Guide

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Topping up with AdBlue®
If you wish to top up yourself, please read
the following warnings carefully.
In cold weather, before per forming the top-up
ensure that the temperature is above -11°C.
Otherwise the AdBlue
® may be frozen and so
cannot be poured into the tank.
Park your vehicle in a warmer area for a few
hours to allow the top-up to be carried out.
F

B

efore topping up, ensure that the vehicle is
parked on a flat and level sur face.
F

S

witch off the ignition to stop the engine
and remove the key from the switch.
Access through the boot (1.6 litre
B lueHDi Euro 6.1)
F Raise the boot carpet then, depending on
equipment, lift out the spare wheel and/or
the storage box.
F

W
ithout pressing, turn the black cap a
quarter turn anti-clockwise and lift it off.
F

T
urn the blue cap a 6
th of a turn anti-
clockwise.
F

L

ift off the cap.
Access through the fuel filler flap
(1.5 litre BlueHDi Euro 6.2)
F With the vehicle unlocked, open the fuel
filler flap; the blue filler cap for the AdBlue®
tank is located to the right of the black fuel
filler cap.
F

T
urn the blue cap a 6
th of a turn anti-
clockwise.
F

R

emove the blue cap.
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Refilling
Important: if your vehicle's AdBlue®
tank is completely empty – which is
confirmed by the alert messages and the
impossibility of starting the engine – you
must add at least 4

litres and no more than
10


litres. F

A
fter emptying the container or bottle, wipe
away any spillage around the tank filler
using a damp cloth.
If any fluid is spilt or splashed, wash
immediately with cold water or wipe with a
damp cloth.
If the fluid has crystallised, clean it off
using a sponge and hot water.
After refilling
Through the boot (1.6 litre
BlueHDi Euro 6.1)
F Refit the blue cap to the tank filler and turn it
a 6th of a turn clockwise, to its stop.
F
R
efit the black cap and turn it a quarter of a
turn clockwise without pressing. Check that
the cap indicator lamp is facing the support
indicator lamp.
F

D

epending on equipment, return the spare
wheel and/or the storage box to the bottom
of the boot.
F

R

efit the boot carpet and close the tailgate.
Through the fuel filler flap
(1.5 litre BlueHDi Euro 6.2)
F Refit the blue cap to the tank filler and turn it
a 6th of a turn clockwise, to its stop.
F
C
lose the fuel filler flap.
F

O

btain an AdBlue
® container or bottle. After
first checking the use-by date, read the
instructions on the label carefully before
pouring the contents of the container or
bottle into your vehicle's AdBlue
® tank.
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Advice on care
General recommendations on the care and
maintenance of your vehicle are given in the
Warranty and Maintenance Record.
Matt paint
If your vehicle is coated with a clear, matt
varnish, it is essential that you take the
following instructions into account to avoid
damaging the paint, following an inappropriate
treatment. These instructions are also valid for
the alloy wheels coated in a clear, matt varnish.
Textured paint
The textured paint reacts to light with variations
of appearance and finish that emphasise the
car's lines and form. This paint coating has
particles that remain visible and create a
unique satin relief effect. Its lightly granulated
texture gives it a surprising feel.Observe the following recommendations
to avoid damaging the paint finish:
-
N ever clean the vehicle without water.
-

N
ever clean your vehicle in an
automatic roller-brush car wash.
-

N
ever select the program with hot wax
finish.
-

N
ever use a high pressure jet washer
fitted with a brush as this may scratch
the paint sur face.
-

N
ever polish the body or the alloy
wheels. This makes the paint bright.
-

D
o not use paint restorers, abrasive
or polishing products, or bright paint
preser vers (wax polish, for example).
These products are only suitable for
bright finishes. Using them on vehicles
finished with matt paint seriously
damages the sur face finish of the
vehicle, resulting in particular in the
appearance of irreversible bright or
stained areas. On the other hand:
-
C hoose a high pressure wash, or at least a
high-flow water jet.
-
R

inse the vehicle with demineralised water.
-

G
ently wipe the body with a clean
microfibre cloth.
-

C
arefully wipe off any fuel spilt on the body
using a soft cloth, then allow to dry.
-

C
lean off minor marks (for example, finger
marks), using the maintenance product
recommended by PEUGEOT.
It is always preferable to have paint
repairs carried out by a PEUGEOT dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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Temporary puncture repair kit
The temporary puncture repair kit consists of a
compressor and a sealant cartridge, it allows
the temporary repair of a tyre so that you can
drive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
You can also use the compressor, without
injecting sealant, to check and occasionally
adjust the tyre pressures.
F

O

perate the starter to start the engine (if the
engine does not start at the first attempt,
wait around 15

seconds before trying
again).
F

I

f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F

P

ut the cover in place and clip it in.
F

C

lose the bonnet.
Access to the kit
This kit is installed in the under floor storage,
under the boot floor. The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of the compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair.
Kit contents
1.
12 V compressor, with built-in pressure
gauge.
2. Bottle of sealant, with built-in hose.
3. Speed limit sticker.
The speed limit sticker must be secured
to the interior of the vehicle in the driver's
field of vision, to remind you that a wheel
is in temporary use.
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Spare wheel
Access to the tools
List of tools
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and the
wheel fastening bolts.
2. Jack with integrated crank.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. "Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors (covers)
on alloy wheels.
4. Socket for the security bolts.
For adapting the wheelbrace to the
special "security" bolts.
5. Towing eye.
For more information on To w i n g , refer to
the associated section.
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access:
F

o

pen the boot,
F

l

ift the floor and remove it,
F

r

emove the carrier box containing the tools. All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and may vary depending on the
level of equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
The jack must only be used to change
a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original
jack, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop to obtain the correct
jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
Procedure for changing a damaged wheel with
the spare wheel using the tools provided with
the vehicle.
Wheel with hub cap
When refitting the wheel, refit the hub
cap starting by placing its notch facing the
valve and press around its edge with the
palm of your hand.
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Taking out the wheel
F Unscrew the central nut.
Putting the wheel back in place
F Put the wheel back in its housing.
F
G
ive the bolt a few turns to loosen it.
F

P
osition the fixing parts (nut and bolt) in the
middle of the wheel.
F

T
ighten fully until the central nut clicks, to
retain the wheel correctly. F

P
ut the box back in place in the centre of
the wheel and clip it.
If there is no wheel in the well, the
fastening device (nut and bolt) cannot be
refitted.
Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
According to country, the spare wheel may be
steel, alloy or of the "space-saver" type. F

R
emove the fixing parts (nut and bolt).
F
R
aise the spare wheel towards you from the
r e a r.
F
T
ake the wheel out of the boot.
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Parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle where it does not block
traffic: the ground must be level, stable
and non-slippery.
Apply the parking brake.
Switch the ignition off.
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear
to block the wheels.
With an electronic gearbox, place the
lever in position R to block the wheels.
With an automatic gearbox, place the
lever in position P to block the wheels.
Check for fixed illumination of the parking
brake warning lamps in the instrument
panel.
Make absolutely certain that all the
occupants have left the vehicle and are
waiting in a safe area.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.
Removing a wheel
F Place the foot of jack 2 on the ground and ensure that it is directly below the front
A or rear B jacking point provided on the
underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.
Ensure that the jack is stable on a sur face
that is not loose or slippery and positioned
only at jacking points A or B under the
vehicle, making sure that the jack head is
centred at the contact point on the vehicle.
Other wise, there is a risk of damage to
the vehicle and/or the jack collapsing or
slipping – Risk of injury!
List of operations
F Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3 (depending on
equipment).
F

F
it the security socket 4 on the wheelbrace
1 to slacken the security bolt (if fitted).
F

S
lacken the other bolts using wheelbrace 1
o n l y.
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F Extend the jack 2 until its head comes into contact with the jacking point A or B ,
whichever is used; the contact area A or B
on the vehicle must be correctly inserted
into the central part of the head of the jack.
F

Ra
ise the vehicle until there is sufficient
space between the wheel and the ground
to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel
easily.
Fitting a wheel
Fitting a steel or "space-saver" spare
wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
when tightening the bolts on fitting it is
normal to notice that the washers do not
come into contact with the steel or "space-
saver" spare wheel. The wheel is secured
by the conical contact of each bolt.
F

R

emove the bolts and store them in a clean
place.
F

R

emove the wheel.
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List of operations
F Put the wheel in place on the hub.
F S crew in the bolts by hand to the stop.
F

P
re-tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security socket
4 (if your vehicle has them).
F

P
re-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
F

L
ower the vehicle again fully.
F

F
old the jack 2 and detach it. F

T
ighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security socket
4 (if your vehicle has them).
F

T
ighten the other bolts using wheelbrace 1
o n l y.
F

R
efit the bolt covers on each of the bolts
(according to equipment).
F

S
tore the tools in the box.After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in the boot
correctly, first remove the central cover.
If your vehicle has a "standard" 15 -inch
spare wheel, do not exceed 50
mph
(80

km/h).
If your vehicle is fitted with 16 or 17-inch
wheels, use the "space-saver" type
spare wheel and do not exceed 50 mph
(80

km/h).
Visit a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible to have the
tightness of the bolts and the pressure of
the spare wheel checked.
Have the punctured tyre examined. After
inspection, the technician will advise you
on whether the tyre can be repaired or if it
must be replaced.
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General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your
c o u nt r y.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing arm; rope and straps are
prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a professional recovery ser vice:
-
v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
main road,
-
f

our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towbar
available.Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
To gain access:
F

o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the towing eye from the holder.
Towing your vehicle
F In the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at bottom right.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully, until it reaches
a stop.
F

I
nstall the towbar.
F

W
ith a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral.
F

W
ith an electronic gearbox, place the gear
lever in position N .
F

W
ith an automatic gearbox, place the gear
lever in position N .
In the event of a breakdown