engine Peugeot 306 C 2001 Owner's Guide

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DRIVING YOUR 306 CABRIOLET
Handbrake Application When you have parked the vehicle, pull up the handbrake to apply it.
To ease application and release of the handbrake, press the brake pedal andpull up the handbrake with the enginerunning. Release Press the button before releasing the handbrake.THE ABS ANTI-LOCKBRAKING SYSTEM* In conjunction with tyres in good con- dition and of an approved make, theABS system with electronic brakeforce distribution improves the stabi-lity and handling of your vehicle, par-ticularly on an uneven or slipperysurface. The anti-lock braking system comes into operation automatically whenthere is a risk of wheel lock.
Manual gearbox The positions are indicated on the gear lever knob. Reverse gear can only be engaged from neutral when the vehicle is
stationary, with the engine idling. In the event of emergency braking,press very firmly without reducingthe pressure. In some conditions the normal oper-
ation of the ABS may be felt asvibrations of the brake pedal.
* According to specification.
Power steering*
This is a comfort device which offers the best compromise for parking, andfor driving at high speeds.

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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306 CABRIOLET
1Power steering fluid reservoir*.
2 Engine oil filler cap.
3 Air filter. 4
Brake fluid reservoir.
5 Battery.
6 Engine oil dipstick. 7
Oil filter.
8 Coolant reservoir.
9 Screenwash reservoir.
* According to specification.
1.6 litre petrol engine
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6
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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR 306 CABRIOLET
1
Power steering fluid reservoir*.
2 Engine oil filler cap.
3 Engine oil dipstick. 4
Brake fluid reservoir.
5 Battery.
6 Air filter. 7
Oil filter.
8 Coolant reservoir.
9 Screenwash reservoir.
* According to specification.
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7
6
5
4
8
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CHECKING THE LEVELS Engine Checking the oil level Check the level regularly and top up between changes
(maximum
consumption is 0.5 litres per 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil level should be checked with the vehicle level, engine cold. There are two marks on the dipstick:
A= maximum.
B = minimum. Oil change:
according to the manu-
facturerÕs servicing schedule.
Ð Dipstick. Never fill past the maximum mark A.
Ð Oil level gauge on the instrument panel.
Viscosity selection In all cases, the oil selected must meet the manufacturer's require-ments. Oil filter Change the filter regularly in accor- dance with the maintenance schedule. Used oil Prevent used oil from coming into pro- longed contact with the skin. Do not dispose of used oil into drains or into the ground.
To maintain the reliability of engines and emission control systems, the useof additives in the engine oil is pro-hibited. Brake fluid reservoir
Ð The level should always be above
the DANGER mark on the reser-
voir.
Ð If the level drops substantially, contact a PEUGEOT dealer imme-
diately.
Fluid change
Ð must be carried out according to the manufacturerÕs schedule.
Ð use fluids approved by the manu- facturer, which fulfil DOT4 stan- dards.
Coolant reservoir Use the fluid approved by the manu-
facturer. When the engine is warm, the tem- perature of the coolant is controlledby the engine fan: because this fancan operate with the ignition keyremoved, and because the coolingsystem is pressurised, wait for at leastone hour after the engine has stoppedbefore carrying out any work.
If necessary, in a breakdown, slacken the cap to the first notch to releasethe pressure to prevent any risk ofscalding. When the pressure hasdropped remove the cap and top upthe level.
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Power steering reservoir
Open the reservoir, with the engine
cold. The level should always beabove the MINI mark, close to theMAXI mark.
Windscreen and headlamp wash reservoir* For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we recommend that you useproducts approved by PEUGEOT(capacity 4,4 litres or 6 litres withheadlight wash). Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer. Air filter Regular replacement of the filter element is essential. If you drive invery dusty conditions, change it twiceas often. Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehicleswhich are used in town or for shortjourneys or which are driven in a
sporty manner. It may be necessary tocheck the thickness of the pads evenbetween services. Manual gearbox This does not need an oil change. Check the level according to the man-
ufacturerÕs service schedule. Autoadaptive automatic gearbox This does not need an oil change: have the level checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer according to the
manufacturerÕs service schedule.
Only use products
approved by Automobiles
PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor-
mance from components as impor- tant as the power steering and thebraking system, PEUGEOT selectsand offers quite specific products.
Fuel supply cut-off* In a serious collision, a system pre- vents fuel from reaching the engine.
To re-establish the fuel supply, press the switch on the angle of the front
left-hand suspension assembly, underthe bonnet.
* According to specification.

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Power steering reservoir
Open the reservoir, with the engine
cold. The level should always beabove the MINI mark, close to theMAXI mark.
Windscreen and headlamp wash reservoir* For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we recommend that you useproducts approved by PEUGEOT(capacity 4,4 litres or 6 litres withheadlight wash). Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer. Air filter Regular replacement of the filter element is essential. If you drive invery dusty conditions, change it twiceas often. Brake pads Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehicleswhich are used in town or for shortjourneys or which are driven in a
sporty manner. It may be necessary tocheck the thickness of the pads evenbetween services. Manual gearbox This does not need an oil change. Check the level according to the man-
ufacturerÕs service schedule. Autoadaptive automatic gearbox This does not need an oil change: have the level checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer according to the
manufacturerÕs service schedule.
Only use products
approved by Automobiles
PEUGEOT.
To ensure best perfor-
mance from components as impor- tant as the power steering and thebraking system, PEUGEOT selectsand offers quite specific products.
Fuel supply cut-off* In a serious collision, a system pre- vents fuel from reaching the engine.
To re-establish the fuel supply, press the switch on the angle of the front
left-hand suspension assembly, underthe bonnet.
* According to specification.

ELECTRIC WINDOWS
1. Driver's electric window
Manual mode: press or pull the switch lightly. The window stops as soon as the switch is released.
Automatic mode: press or pull the switch firmly. One touch completely opens
or closes the window. Automatic opening and closing only work when the engine is running.
2. PassengerÕs electric window.
3. Left rear electric window.
4. Right rear electric window.
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ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE STEERING WHEEL Push the handle to unlock the steering wheel. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired height and pull the handleto lock it into position.
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ELECTRIC MIRRORS
Turn the knob
Ato the right or to the left to select the
corresponding mirror.
Move the knob in all four directions to adjust the mirror.
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FUEL FILLER FLAP
To open: firmly pull the handle on the floor to the outside of the drivers seat.
To close: from outside, push the flap back and check that it is secured
correctly. Filling with fuel Switch off the engine. There is a holder for the fuel filler cap.
A label on the inside of the flap shows which fuels are permitted and which are not allowed.
The capacity of the tank is approximately 11 gallons (50 litres).
Fuel low warning light The fuel low warning light indicates that the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is approximately 1.3 gallons (6 litres).
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Outside the vehicle Raise the catch 1and
support the bonnet as it rises.
OPENING THE BONNET Inside the vehicle:
Pull the
handle.
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THE AUTOMATIC
AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX
P.
Park.
R. Reverse.
N. Neutral.
D. Drive: in this position, all four gears change automatically.
3. Automatic changing of the first three gears only.
2. Automatic changing of the first two gears only.
1. Selection of first gear only. Selection of first gear is from position 2by pressing switch 1.
Position of selector lever This is shown by an indicator on the instrument panel.
Starting
To start the engine, place the selector lever in position
Nor P.
Press the brake pedal when start-ing the engine or when selecting a
forwards or reverse gear.
A. Sport programme.
B. Snow programme.
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IDENTITY CARD FOR YOUR 306 Cabriolet
CustomerÕs name: .................................................................................................
Model : ....................................................................................................................
Colour : ...................................................................................................................
Audio equipment : .................................................................................................
Engine model : .......................................................................................................
Fuel to be used : Petrol ..........................................................................................
Tyre inflation pressure : .........................................................................................
Dimensions of tyres : .............................................................................................
First service due : ..................................................................................................
Servicing schedule : Services every : ...................................................................
Date of first M.O.T.*: ..............................................................................................
Date of second M.O.T.*: .........................................................................................
*According to current legislation.