oil dipstick Peugeot 308 SW BL 2010.5 Owner's Manual - RHD (UK, Australia)

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.















Engine oil level indicator

System which informs the driver whether
the engine oil level is correct or not. This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.

Oil level correct

Lack of oil
Oil level indicator fault

Dipstick
This is indicated by the fl ashing of "OIL"
,
linked with the service warning lamp, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction screen.
If the lack of oil is confi rmed by a check
using the dipstick, it is essential that the
level is topped up to prevent damage to
the engine. This is indicated by the fl ashing of
"OIL



--"
. Consult a PEUGEOT dealer.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil fi ller cap on your
engine.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:


- A
= max; never exceed
this level (risk of
damage to the engine),

- B
= min; top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap,
using the grade of oil
suited to your engine.

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CHECKS
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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CHECKS
DIESEL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow access 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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CHECKS
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.

Brake fluid level
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.

Oil level

The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the igni-
tion is switched on using the oil level indicator
on the instrument panel, or using the dipstick.
The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.

Changing the fl uid
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide for details of the interval for this
operation.


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.

Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fi tted
with headlamp washers, the
minimum level of this fl uid is
indicated by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Top up the level when you stop the
vehicle.
Engine oil change
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide 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.

Oil specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your en-
gine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.

Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
fulfi l the DOT4 standards.

Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.

Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up with or replaced with plain water.



Coolant level

The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
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.

Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.

When working under the bonnet,
take care, as certain areas of the
engine may be extremely hot (risk
of burns).

Halogen headlamps.......................179Hands-free telephone.....256,290,310Hazard warning lamps....................128Headlamp adjustment................96,97Headlamps, directional.............97,179Headlamp wash ................................99Headlamp wash reservoir...............161Heated seats ....................................66Heating.......................................58, 61Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel..............................77Hill start assist ................................144Hooks ..............................110,112,116Horn ................................................128
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EBA (Emergency braking assistance).................................130Economy mode..............................194Electric seats ....................................64Electric window controls...................84Electronic brake force distribution(EBFD).......................................130Electronic engine immobiliser.....79,81Electronic gear control gearbox.....143Emergency boot release ..................88Emergency braking system............130Emergency call ...............130,230,231Emergency warning lamps.............128Energy economy mode ..................194Engine compartment..............159,160Engine compartment fusebox.........189
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Filling with fuel............................91, 92Fitting roof bars..............................198Fittings, boot....................109,111, 114Flashing indicators.........................128Folding the rear seats..........67, 69, 71Front airbags..........................137, 140Front armrest..................................106Front foglamps.................94,179,181Front head restraints........................65Front parking sensors.....................155Front seats...........................63, 64, 66Front wash-wipe...............................99Fuel.............................................91, 92Fuel filler cap....................................91Fuel filler flap....................................91Fuel gauge.......................................91Fuel tank.....................................91, 92Fuses.......................................186-191
Glove box .......................................104Grab handles..................................103Guidance ................................240,277
Defrosting .........................................60Dials and gauges.........................22-24Diesel additive level........................162Diesel engine ............92, 158,160, 214Dimensions .....................................226Dipped beam ....................93,179,180Dipstick.....................................35,161Directional lighting ............................97Direction indicators............128, 179,182,184Door mirrors...............................75,76Doors ................................................86Doors emergency control .................88Door trays .......................................103Driving positions (memorising) .........66
Engine oil level indicator..........r35, 161Environment.....................81, 162, 193ESP/ASR ........................................131
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G.P.S......................................240, 277
Gear lever, automatic gearbox.......147
Gear lever, electronic gear control
gearbox ......................................143
Gear lever, manual gearbox...........141
Gear shift indicator.........................r142
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Indicator/warning lamps..............26-34Indicators, direction........................128Inflating accessories (using the kit).............................164Inputs for audio system..............255,289,309Instrument panel lighting ..................39Instrument panels..................22-25,38Instrument panel screen......22-24,142Interior fittings.................................103