oil dipstick PEUGEOT 308 2018 Owners Manual

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If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
For more information on Checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.
Oil level indicator fault
This is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check
the engine oil level using the manual
dipstick located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking
levels , refer to the corresponding
section.
Engine coolant
temperature gauge
With the engine running:
- i n zone A , the temperature is correct,
-

i
n zone B , the temperature is too high; this
warning lamp and the central STOP warning
lamp come on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal.
You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do
so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
After first switching off the ignition, open
the bonnet cautiously and check the
coolant level. For more information on Checking levels
,
refer to the corresponding section.
AdBlue® range indicators
These range indicators are present only on
BlueHDi Diesel versions.
Once the AdBlue
® tank is on reser ve or after
detection of a fault with the SCR emissions
control system, when the ignition is switched
on, an indicator displays an estimate of the
distance that can be covered, the range, before
engine starting is prevented.
In the event of the risk of non-
starting related to a lack of
AdBlue
®
The engine starting prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is
e m pt y.
Range greater than 1,500

miles (2,400 km)
When switching on the ignition, there is no
automatic display of range in the instrument
panel.
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Engine compartment
This engine example is given for illustration
purposes only.
The positions of the following elements may
change:
-
A
ir filter.
-

E
ngine oil dipstick.
-

E
ngine oil filler cap.
-
P

riming pump.
-
D

egassing screw.
1. Screenwash fluid tank.
2. Coolant tank.
3. Brake fluid tank.
4. Battery / Fuses.
5. Remote earth point (-).
6. Fusebox.
7. A i r f i l t e r.
8. Engine oil dipstick.
9. Engine oil filler cap.
10. Priming pump*.
11. Degassing screw*.
The Diesel fuel system operates under
very high pressure.
All work on this circuit must be carried out
only by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Petrol engine(s)
Diesel engine(s)
* Depending on engine.
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Checking levels
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.The fluid must comply with the
manufacturer's recommendations and
with the vehicle's engine.
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).
Used products
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.
Take used oil to a PEUGEOT dealer or
a qualified workshop and dispose of it in
the containers reser ved for this purpose.
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles equipped with an
electric gauge, or using the dipstick.
To ensure that the reading is correct, your
vehicle must be parked on a level sur face
with the engine stopped for more than
30


minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two ser vices (or oil changes). PEUGEOT
recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3,000
miles (5,000 km).
Checking using the dipstick
F Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and pull it out completely.
F

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

R
efit the dipstick and push fully down, then
pull it out again to make the visual check:
the correct level is between marks A and B .
A = MA X
B = MIN
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 MAX mark (risk of
damage to the engine), contact a PEUGEOT
dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

I
f the level is below the MIN mark, you must
top up the engine oil.
The location of the dipstick is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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Topping up the engine oil level
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
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 the level, carefully refit the oil
filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
After topping up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil
level indicator in the instrument panel
is not valid during the 30
minutes after
topping up.
Engine oil change
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emissions control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the inter val for this operation.
Fluid specification
This fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Coolant level
Check the coolant level regularly.
It is normal to top up the fluid
between two services. A low coolant level presents a risk of serious
damage to your engine.
The coolant level should be close to the "MA X"
mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the "MIN" mark,
it is essential to top up.
When the engine is hot, the temperature of the
coolant is regulated by the fan.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out any
work.
To avoid the risk of scalding when you need to
top up in an emergency, place a cloth around
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to
allow the pressure to drop.
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up to the required level.
The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades.Fluid specification
This fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Oil grade
Before topping up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
The check and top up must only be done with
the engine cold.
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D
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) – Digital radio ............22, 8, 6 -7
Date (setting)


................................. 38-40, 31, 18
Daytime running lamps


.........................111, 248
Deactivating the passenger airbag
13

3 -13 4, 13 8
Deadlocking


.............................................. 49, 52
Defrosting


........................................................ 90
Defrosting, front


.............................................. 90
Demisting


........................................................ 90
Demisting, front
............................................... 90
D

emisting, rear

................................................ 91
Dials and gauges
...............................

...............8
Dimensions
..............................

.....................268
Dipstick
................

............................31, 229-230
Direction indicators


..................25, 111 , 24 8 - 2 51
Display screen, instrument panel


.................167
Distance alert ~ Collision Risk Alert
.............189
Door pockets
...............................

....................96
Doors


............................................................... 60
Doors, rear
............................................. 14 9 -15 0
Driver's attention warning
............................. 19

3
Driving


........................................................ 70 -71
Driving abroad ............................................... 111
Driving positions (storing)


..........................74 -75
Driving time warning


..............................192-193
Dynamic pack
........................................ 16

6 -167
Dynamic stability control (DSC)


.............124 -128
E
Economy mode ............................................. 2 23
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) ...124
Electronic stability control (ESC)

..................12

4
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)


..........124
Emergency call


...................................... 12 2-123
Emergency switching off


........................15 6 -157
G
Gauge, fuel.................................................... 216
Gearbox, automatic ...............161-169, 232, 259
Gearbox, manual


...........160 -161 , 165 -169 , 232
Gear lever, automatic gearbox


..............161-165
Gear lever, manual gearbox


..................160 -161
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency indicator


..................................... 167
Glove box
........................................................ 97
GPS


................................................................. 12
Grab handles


.................................................. 96
H
Hands-free access .......................................... 64
Hands-free tailgate ................................... 62, 64
Hazard warning lamps


..........................12 2, 237
Headlamp adjustment


...................................112
Headlamps, automatic dipping


........26, 114 -11 6
Headlamps, automatic
illumination


................................... 109, 112 -113
Headlamps, dipped beam


..........25 -26, 248-249
Headlamps, halogen


.............................112, 248
Headlamps, main beam


..................26, 248-249
Head restraints, front
...................................... 73
Head restraints, rear
.................................78- 80
Heating
.................................... 81

- 82, 84-86 , 90
Heating, additional


.......................................... 92
Heating, programmable


..................................92
Hi-Fi system

.................................................... 98
H

ill Assist Descent Control
(H A DC)


.......................................... 24, 128 -129
Hill start assist
....................................... 165 -166
Horn ............................................................... 12 2
Emissions control system, SCR ...................23 4
Energy economy mode ................................. 2
23
Engine compartment
.................................... 2

28
Engine, Diesel


...............218, 228 , 237, 265 , 267
Engine oil pressure


......................................... 12
Engine, petrol
............................... 2

18, 228 , 264
Engines


......................................... 263-265, 267
Environment


.................................................... 54
F
Fatigue detection ................................... 192-193
Filling the AdBlue® tank ................................ 235
Filling the fuel tank ................................. 216 -218
Filter, air


................................................. 231-232
Filter, oil
................

......................................... 232
Filter, particle


......................................... 231-232
Filter, passenger compartment


..............231-232
Fitting a wheel

....................................... 244-247
Fitting roof bars


..................................... 225-226
Fittings, boot


................................................. 105
Fittings, interior
......................................... 9

6 -97
Fittings, rear


.................................................. 104
Flap, fuel filler


......................................... 216 -217
Foglamps


...................................................... 11 0
Foglamps, front


........ 25, 11 0 , 11 6 -117 , 248, 250
Foglamps, rear
...................................... 11

0, 252
Folding the rear seats


............................... 78- 80
Frequency (radio)


....................................... 21-22
Fuel ................................................................ 218
Fuel tank ................................................. 216 -217
Fusebox, engine compartment


..................... 256
Fuses
............................................. 25

3-254, 256
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