oil dipstick Peugeot 508 RXH 2014 Owner's Manual

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Engine oil level indicator*
Oil level incorrect
this is indicated by the display of the message
"Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.
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.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Oil level indicator fault
this is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel.
Contact a P
e
uge
Ot
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.
th

e total mileage is displayed in zone A of the
screen and the trip mileage in zone B .
With the trip mileage displayed, press the
button for a few seconds.
Mileage recorder
Trip recorder zero reset
On versions fitted with an electric oil level indicator, the state of the engine oil level is displayed in
the instrument panel for a few seconds, after the servicing information.
th
e level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.
Oil level correct
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
* Depending on version.
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the various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing certain components and for priming
the fuel system.
Diesel engine
1. Power steering reservoir.
2. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
3.
C

oolant reservoir.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery / Fuses.
6.


Fusebox.
7.
A

i r f i l t e r.
8.


e
n
gine oil dipstick.
9.


e
n
gine oil filler cap.
10.
P

riming pump.
11.
B

leed screw.Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the ignition (
Ready
lamp off) to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from automatic operation of
the engine.
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Checking levels
Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the ignition (Ready
lamp off) to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from automatic operation of
the engine.
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 with and electric oil
level gauge, or using the dipstick.
to e

nsure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
sur face and the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). P
e

uge
Ot

recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the warranty and maintenance record. t
o
p them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a P
e
uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
ta

ke 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).
Checking using the dipstick
Refer to the "Diesel engine" section for
the location of the dipstick in the engine
compartment of your vehicle.
F
t
a
ke the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it 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 the 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
P
e

uge
Ot
dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

I
f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top up the engine oil.
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.
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the brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fluid
Refer to the warranty and maintenance record
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
the brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Power steering fluid level
the power steering fluid level should
be close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to
check the level.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Diesel engine" section for the
location of the oil filler cap in the engine
compartment of your vehicle.
F u
n
screw the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
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
Refer to the warranty and maintenance record
for 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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Accessories .................................................. 224
Accessory position ......................................... 17
Accessory socket, 12 volt
.........................96, 98
Adaptive lighting


...................................... 42, 148
Additional lamps ............................................ 151
Adjusting headlamps


.................................... 150
Adjusting head restraints


................................89
Adjusting seat belt height
............................. 18

1
Adjusting the steering wheel


..........................95
Airbags


.................................................... 51, 18 3
Airbags, curtain
..................................... 18

5, 18 6
Airbags, front ......................................... 183, 18 6
Airbags, lateral


...................................... 185, 18 6
Air conditioning


............................................... 30
Air conditioning, dual-zone
................... 10

5, 10 6
Air conditioning, quad-zone


..........................109
Air filter
.......................................................... 233
Air flow

..............................
............................104
Air vents


........................................................ 104
Alarm


............................................................... 75
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
....................17 7
Anti-theft


......................................................... 17
Armrest


............................................................ 96
Armrest, rear
................................................... 97
A

ssistance call

.............................. 173, 241, 242
Assistance, emergency braking
................... 17

7
Audible warning


............................................ 173
Audio cable


................................................... 264
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)
................ 26

0, 263
Automatic illumination of headlamps


....143, 147
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
..............................

............................172
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers
...............

.................................. 152, 15 4
Auxiliary socket


.............................. 98, 260, 264Capacity, fuel tank
..............................

............84
CD


.................................................................260
CD MP3
.........................................................260
Central locking


..........................................6 6, 71
Changing a bulb


....................................19 9 -20 4
Changing a fuse


....................................205-208
Changing a wheel


..................................193 -197
Changing a wiper blade


........................15 5 , 217
Changing the date


...........................................64
Changing the remote control battery


........72, 73
Changing the time


...........................................64
Checking levels
..................................... 23

0-232
Checking the engine oil level


..................56, 228
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)
........192
Checks
...............

...................................2 27-2 3 5
Child lock
...............................

........................171
Children
...............................

...15 8 -171, 182, 18 4
Child seats

..............................
.....................15 8
Child seats, conventional


......................16 4, 165
Child seats, ISOFIX

..............................16

6 -169Closing the boot
..............................................79
Closing the doors
......................................68, 69
Cold climate screen
......................................223
Colour screen
...............................

.........246, 247
Connectors, audio
.......................... 9

8, 260, 264
Coolant level


...........................................52, 232
Coolant temperature indicator
........................ 52
C

ourtesy lamps .............................................15 6
Cruise control
........................................ 13

4, 137
Cup holder

...............................
........................96
Date (setting)
...............................

....................64
Daytime running lamps


.........................145, 19 9
Deactivating the passenger airbag


...............183
Deadlocking


....................................................70
Demisting / defrosting


.............................9 3 , 114
Diesel


..................................................25, 29, 43
Diesel additive level


......................................232
Diesel engine pre-heat warning lamp


............43
Dimensions


...................................................239
Dipped beam
........................... 4

2, 142, 199, 200
Dipstick
................

...................................56, 230
Direction indicators


...............146, 172, 199, 202
Driving economically ...................................... 30
Driving positions (memorising)


.......................88
DSC / ASR deactivation
................................179
Dynamic stability control (DSC)


......................................45, 49, 177, 179
A
C
B
D
Battery ............. 5, 12, 33 -35, 100, 209 -212, 233
Battery, charging ........................................... 2 11
Battery, remote control
.............................. 7

2 -74
Blind spot sensors


........................................ 131
Bluetooth (hands-free)
.................................. 3

02
Bluetooth (telephone)


.................................... 302
Boot


........................................................... 79 - 81
Boot (unlocking)
.............................................. 68
B

rake discs
........................................... 23

4, 235
Brake lamps
...............................

...................202
Brake pads


.................................................... 235
Braking assistance system

...........................17

7
Braking system warning lamp
......................... 48
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