Peugeot 308 CC 2011 Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: PEUGEOT, Model Year: 2011, Model line: 308 CC, Model: Peugeot 308 CC 2011Pages: 292, PDF Size: 40.04 MB
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RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
(DIESEL)
On vehicle fi tted with HDi engines, the
fuel system must be primed if you run
out of fuel; refer to the engine compart-
ment view on the "Diesel engine" page.
1.6 litre HDI engine
)
Fill the fuel tank with at least fi ve li-
tres of diesel.
)
Open the bonnet.
)
If necessary, unclip the styling cover
for access to the priming pump.
)
Squeeze and release the priming
pump repeatedly until resistance is
felt (there may be resistance at the
fi rst press).
)
Operate the starter until the engine
starts (if the engine does not start at
the fi rst attempt, wait around 15 sec-
onds before trying again).
)
If the engine does not start after a
few attempts, operate the priming
pump again then start the engine.
)
Clip the styling cover back in place.
)
Close the bonnet.
2 litre HDI engine
)
Fill the fuel tank with at least fi ve litres
of Diesel.
)
Open the bonnet.
)
Unclip the style cover for access to
the priming pump.
)
Slacken the bleed screw.
)
Squeeze and release the priming
pump repeatedly until fuel appears
in the transparent pipe with the
green connector.
)
Retighten the bleed screw.
)
Operate the starter until the engine
starts.
)
Put the style cover back in position
and clip it in place.
)
Close the bonnet.
If the engine does not start fi rst
time, don't keep trying.
Operate the priming pump again,
then the starter motor.
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PETROL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow
access for checking the levels of the
various fl uids and for replacing certain
components.
1.
Power steering reservoir.
2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.
3.
Coolant reservoir.
4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.
5.
Battery/Fuses.
6.
Fusebox.
7.
Air fi lter.
8.
Engine oil dipstick.
9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.
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DIESEL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow ac-
cess for checking the levels of the various
fl uids, for replacing certain components
and for priming the fuel system.
1.
Power steering reservoir.
2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.
3.
Coolant reservoir.
4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.
5.
Battery/Fuses.
6.
Fusebox.
7.
Air fi lter.
8.
Engine oil dipstick.
9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.
10.
Priming pump * .
11 .
Bleed screw * .
* According to engine.
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CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.
Brake fluid level
Oil level
The check is carried out either
when the ignition is switched on
using the oil level indicator on
the instrument panel, or using
the dipstick.
This manual check will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.
After topping up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel will only
be valid 30 minutes after topping up. The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
Power steering fluid level
The power steering fl uid level
should be close to the "MAX"
mark. Unscrew the cap, with the
engine cold, to check the level.
It is normal to top up the oil level
between services. PEUGEOT rec-
ommends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record for details of the interval for this
operation. When the engine is warm, the tempera-
ture of the coolant is regulated by the fan.
This can operate with the ignition off.
On vehicles which are fi tted with a
particle emission fi lter, the fan may
operate after the vehicle has been
switched off, even if the engine is
cold.
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 any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
When working under the bonnet,
take care, as certain areas of the
engine may be extremely hot (risk
of burns).
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.
Oil specifi cation
The oil must be the correct grade for
your engine and conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Engine oil change
Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Record for details of the interval for this
operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
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Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fi tted
with headlamp washers, the
low fl uid level is indicated by an
audible signal and a message
in the instrument panel screen.
Top up the reservoir when you stop the
vehicle.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up with or replaced with plain water.
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil
or fl uids with the skin.
Most of these fl uids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fl uids
into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a PEUGEOT deal-
er or a qualifi ed workshop (France)
or to an authorised waste disposal
site.
Used products
Additive level (Diesel with
particle emissions filter)
Topping up
The reservoir must be topped up with-
out delay by a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
The additive reservoir low
level is indicated by fi xed illu-
mination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message that the
particle emissions fi lter addi-
tive level is too low.
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Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance with
the Warranty and Maintenance Record
and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check that the terminals
are clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery, re-
fer to the "Practical information" section for
details of the precautions to be taken before
disconnecting the battery and following its
reconnection.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the Warranty and
Maintenance Record for de-
tails of the replacement inter-
vals for these components.
Depending on the environ-
ment (e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving), re-
place them twice as often if necessary
(refer to the "Engines" section).
A clogged passenger compartment fi lter
may have an adverse effect on the per-
formance of the air conditioning system
and generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
Replace the oil fi lter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the Warranty and
Maintenance Record for de-
tails of the replacement inter-
val for this component.
The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a specifi c 12 V lead-acid bat-
tery with special technology and speci-
fi cation, for which the involvement of a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop is required when replacing or dis-
connecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation
may shorten the life of the battery.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
On a new vehicle, the fi rst particle
fi lter regeneration operations may
be accompanied by a "burning"
smell, which is perfectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
idle, you may, in exceptional cir-
cumstances, notice the emission
of water vapour at the exhaust on
acceleration. This does not affect
the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
The start of saturation of the
particle emissions fi lter is in-
dicated by the temporary illu-
mination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the risk of
blockage of the particle emissions fi lter.
As soon as the traffi c conditions per-
mit, regenerate the fi lter by driving at a
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until
the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, refer to the
"Additive level" section.
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Only use products recommended
by PEUGEOT or products of equiv-
alent quality and specifi cation.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, PEUGEOT selects and of-
fers very specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited
.
Brake disc wear
Brake pads
Manual parking brake
Brake wear depends on the
style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in
town, over short distances. It
may be necessary to have the
condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the system, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.
For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
Checking this system must be
done by a PEUGEOT dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the Warranty and
Maintenance Record for the
details of the level checking
interval for this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the Warranty and
Maintenance Record for de-
tails of the level checking in-
terval for this component.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Access to the kit
The kit is stowed in the boot under
the fl oor. It is installed in the tool box,
located under the storage box.
TEMPORARY PUNCTURE
REPAIR KIT
Complete system consisting of a com-
pressor and a sealant cartridge which
permits temporary repair
of a tyre so
that you can drive to the nearest ga-
rage.
It is designed to repair most punctures
which could affect the tyre, located on
the tyre tread or shoulder.
A.
"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.
B.
On "I"
/off "O"
switch.
C.
Defl ation button.
D.
Pressure gauge (in bar or p.s.i.).
E.
Compartment housing:
-
a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,
- various infl ation adaptors for ac-
cessories, such as balls, bicycle
tyres...
Description of the kit
F.
Sealant cartridge.
G.
White pipe with cap for repair.
H.
Black pipe for infl ation.
I.
Speed limit sticker.
The speed limit sticker I
must be
affi xed to the vehicle's steering
wheel to remind you that a wheel
is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.