brake fluid PEUGEOT 4C 2015 User Guide

To check the brake fluid level, proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the two screws and remove the brake fluid
protection panel.2. Check that the fluid is at the max. level.
3. After checking, reposition the brake fluid protection
panel and tighten the two screws.
Adding Brake Fluid
If the fluid level in the reservoir is not sufficient, proceed
as follows:
1. Take the black funnel for topping up the brake fluid
and its extension pipe from the service kit in the
luggage compartment.
2. Loosen the reservoir plug and introduce the funnel
with the extension pipe in the reservoir inlet.
Brake Fluid Protection Panel
1 — Screw Locations
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3. After topping up, remove the funnel with the exten-
sion pipe.
4. Tighten the reservoir plug.
5. Reposition the brake fluid protection panel and
tighten the two screws.NOTE:Be very careful while removing the plug from the
opening to prevent the plug from falling inside the
vehicle body.
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
Brake Fluid Funnel
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission Gear Oil: Use Castrol BOT402
Control System: MOPAR® C Series DDCT SAE 75W
Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 4. If DOT 4
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
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•Short, repeated trips (less than 4-5 miles or 7-8 km) at
sub-zero temperatures
•Allowing the engine to idle for extended periods of
time
•Driving for long distances at low speeds
•Allowing the vehicle to sit for long periods of inactiv-
ity
Under any of the above circumstances, the following
checks need to be performed more frequently than indi-
cated in the Maintenance Schedule:
•Check front and rear disc brake pad condition and
wear
•Check cleanliness of tailgate locks.
•Check cleanliness and lubrication of chassis and steer-
ing linkage•Visually inspect condition of: engine, gearbox, trans-
mission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (gaiters - sleeves - bushes
- etc.)
•Check battery charge and battery fluid level (electro-
lyte)
•Visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive belts
•Check and, if necessary, change engine oil and replace
oil filter
•Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner
Using the car on track should be regarded as an excep-
tion. The car has been designed and produced for road
use.
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Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
If the vehicle is operated in a dusty or dirty environment
the engine air filter has to be changed every 6500 miles
(10,000 km).
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip/Periodic Checks
Every 600 miles (1,000 km) or before long trips, check
and, if necessary, top off the following:
•Check engine oil level
•Check brake fluid level
•Check windshield washer fluid level•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder reservoir, and add as needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
•Check screen wash/wipe system and positioning/
wear of windscreen
Every 2000 miles (3000 km) check and, if necessary, top
up: engine oil level
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
Check cleanliness of hood and deck lid locks, as well as cleanli-
ness and lubrication of associated linkagesXX X X X X
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, carbon monocoque,
aerodynamic bottom, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel supply system,
brakes), rubber elements (boots, driveshaft boots, sleeves, bushes,
etc.)XX X X X X
Check condition and wear of front brake pads and discs, and op-
eration of pad wear indicatorXX X X X X
Check condition and wear of rear brake pads and discs, and opera-
tion of pad wear indicatorXX X X X X
Check and top off, if required, fluid levels (engine coolant, brake/
hydraulic clutch fluid, windscreen washer fluid, battery fluid, etc)XX X X X X
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt(s) X
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
Check condition of timing belt X
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary (or every 12
months)XX X X X X
Check exhaust gas emissions, or as required by applicable laws X X X
Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic tool) X X X X X X
Check and, if necessary, top off oil level of dual clutch automatic
transmissionX
Replace accessory drive belt(s)X
Replace spark plugs (#) X X
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)X
Change engine oil and oil filter (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months) X X X
318 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............270
Adding Fuel.............................219
Adding Washer Fluid......................262
Additives, Fuel...........................217
Airbag.................................44
Air Bag
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................51
Air bag Deployment........................44
Air bag Light.............................54
Air bag Maintenance........................56
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter). . . .254
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................257
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................257
Air Conditioning System....................257
Air Pressure, Tires.........................197
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................15
Alfa DNA System (Dynamic Car Control System) . .163
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission................156
Fluid Type............................279Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................269
Capacities............................306
Disposal..............................272
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................178
Appearance Care.........................280
Automatic Door Locks......................25
Automatic Transaxle........................11
Automatic Transmission....................156
Fluid Type............................309
Auto Unlock, Doors........................25
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........101
Battery.................................256
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........21
Belts, Seat...............................32
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................258
B-Pillar Location..........................191
Brake Fluid.............................309
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Brake, Parking...........................173
Brakes.................................274
Brake System............................175
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................178
Master Cylinder........................274
Parking..............................173
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.........68
Bulb Replacement.........................292
Bulbs, Light..............................72
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........306
Capacities, Fluid..........................306
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)...........................253
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................70
Car Washes.............................281
Cellular Phone...........................142
Chains, Tire.............................208
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................186Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............69
Checks, Safety............................69
Child Restraint............................57
Clean Air Gasoline........................216
Cleaning
Wheels...............................282
Windshield Wiper Blades..................259
Climate Control..........................143
Manual..............................143
Clutch.................................274
Clutch Fluid.............................274
Compact Spare Tire........................203
Contract, Service..........................324
Coolant (Antifreeze).......................306
Cooling System...........................268
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............270
Coolant Level..........................268
Disposal of Used Coolant.................272
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................268
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INDEX 333

Fails to Start...........................155
Flooded, Starting.......................155
Fuel Requirements......................215
Jump Starting..........................234
Oil..................................252
Oil Filler Cap..........................253
Oil Selection...........................253
Overheating...........................226
Starting..............................154
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............52
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission
Fluid Type............................280
Exhaust Gas Caution........................70
Exhaust System...........................70
Exterior Lights............................72
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................254
Engine Fuel...........................307Engine Oil............................254
Engine Oil Disposal.....................254
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................226
Turn Signal............................72
Flooded Engine Starting....................155
Fluid, Brake.............................309
Fluid Capacities..........................306
Fluid Leaks..............................72
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........307
Four-Way Hazard Flasher...................226
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................238
Fuel...................................215
Adding..............................219
Additives.............................217
Capacity.............................306
Clean Air.............................216
Gasoline..............................215
Materials Added........................217
336 INDEX