oil dipstick Peugeot 301 2017 Owner's Manual

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Engines
Petrol
This engine is shown as an example. The locations of the engine oil dipstick and filler cap may vary.To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high-pressure jet wash in the
engine compartment.
Diesel
This engine is shown as an example. The locations of the engine oil dipstick and filler cap as well
as the priming pump may vary.1
Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2 Coolant tank.
3 A i r f i l t e r.
4 Brake fluid tank.
5 Battery.
6 Fuse box.
7 Engine oil dipstick.
8 Engine oil filler cap.
9 Priming pump (Diesel).
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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 PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.
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).
Checking levels
Engine oil level
To ensure 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
services (or oil changes). PEUGEOT
recommends that you check the level, and
top up if necessary, every 3,000 miles
(5,000 km). This level is checked using the
dipstick located under the bonnet.

To find this gauge, see the description
of the engine compartment.
Checking using the dipstick
For more information about , and in particular
the dipstick location, refer to the corresponding
section.
F

H
old the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
F

W
ipe the end of the dipstick with a clean
and non-fluffy cloth.
F

R
e-insert the dipstick and push it fully
down, then pull it out again for a visual
check: the level must be between the two
marks A and B . If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
-

I
f the level is above the
MA X (A) mark (risk of
damage to the engine),
contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified
workshop.
-

I
f the level is below the
MIN (B) mark, you must
top-up the engine oil.
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Topping-up the engine oil level
Oil grade
The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and comply with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location
of the oil filler cap on your vehicle.
F
U
nscrew the oil filler cap to access the filler
opening.
F

A
dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter checking and topping up, carefully
refit the oil filler cap and return 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.
Brake fluid level
The level of this liquid should be
close to the "MA X" mark. If it is not,
check the brake pad wear.
Draining the circuit
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
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Economy mode .............................................13 7
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) .....77
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)


............77
Emergency call


.......................................... 72-73
Emergency warning lamps


.............................71
Emissions control system, SCR
...............21, 29
Energy economy mode
................................. 13

7
Engine


................................................ 15 -16, 179
Engine compartment
.................................... 14

2
Engine, Diesel


......................... 16, 131 , 148 , 181
Engine, petrol
...............................

.131 , 142 , 18 0
Engines


.................................................. 179 -181
Environment


.................................................... 38E
F
G
H
I
Filling the AdBlue tank ..................................13 4
Filling the fuel tank ................................. 12 9 -131
Filter, air


........................................................ 146
Filter, oil
................

......................................... 146
Filter, particle


......................................... 145 -146
Filter, passenger compartment


.....................146
Fitting a wheel
................................ 157, 15 9 -16 0
Fitting roof bars


............................................. 140
Fittings, interior
............................................... 60
F

lap, fuel filler

......................................... 12 9 -13 0
Flashing indicators


............................23, 71 , 162
Fluid, engine coolant


....................................... 15
Foglamp, rear


.............................. 22, 64-65 , 165
Foglamps, front


........................... 23, 64-65 , 163
Fuel ................................................................ 131
Fuel tank ........................................................ 13 0
Fusebox, dashboard


......................167-169, 171
Fusebox, engine compartment


......167-169 , 171
Fuses
.............................................. 16

7-169, 171
Gauge, fuel .................................................... 129
Gearbox, automatic


................11 0 -114, 147, 172
Gearbox, electronic
10

6 -109, 11 6 -118 , 147, 172
Gearbox, manual


.................................. 105, 147
Gear lever, automatic gearbox


...............111 -114
Gear lever, electronic gearbox


.....................147
Gear lever, manual gearbox


.........................105
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency indicator


..................................... 115
Glove box
........................................................ 60Hazard warning lamps
....................................
71
Hazard warning lamps, automatic operation
...................................... 71
h

eadlamp adjustment

.....................................67
Headlamps, dipped beam


.......................23, 163
Headlamps, halogen


.....................................161
Headlamps, main beam


..........................23, 162
Head restraints, front
......................................47
Head restraints, rear
.......................................49
Heating
................................................ 5

2-56, 59
Horn ................................................................. 71
Ignition
................

...........................................104
Immobiliser, electronic


............................38, 102
Indicator lamps, operation
.............................. 12
I

ndicators, direction

................................71, 162
Inflating tyres


................................................183
Inflating tyres and accessories (using the kit)


...............................14 9 -15 0, 152
Input, auxiliary


.......................................192, 213
ISOFIX


............................................................98
Isofix mountings


........................................97, 99
Defrosting, lower windscreen
.........................
58
Demisting
.................................................. 52-53
Demisting, front
............................................... 57
D

emisting, rear screen


................................... 58
Dimensions
..............................

..................... 182
Dipstick
................

................................... 143 -14 4
Direction indicators


................... 23, 71 , 162 , 165
Display screen, instrument panel


................. 115
Door pockets
...............................

.................... 60
Doors


......................................................... 15, 41
DSC


............................................................ 18 -19
Dynamic stability control (DSC)


........... 19, 7 7-79
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