oil dipstick Peugeot RCZ 2015 Owner's Manual

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Oil level correct
This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL" or an alert message in the
instrument panel, accompanied by illumination of the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.
If
the lack of oil is confirmed by a check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up to prevent damage to the engine.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section. This

is indicated by the flashing of
"OIL--"
or the appearance of an alert
message in the instrument panel.
Contact a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
In the event of a fault with the electric gauge, the oil level is no lon\
ger
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you should check the engine oil level using the
dipstick under the bonnet.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Lack of oil Indicator fault

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PETROL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing certain components.
1.
Power steering reservoir
.
2.

Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir
.
3.

Coolant reservoir
.
4. Brake
fluid reservoir.
5.

Battery / Fuses. 6.

Fusebox.
7. Air
filter.
8.

Engine oil dipstick.
9.

Engine oil filler cap.

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DIESEL ENGINE
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.
1.
Power steering reservoir
.
2.

Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir
.
3.

Coolant reservoir
.
4. Brake
fluid reservoir.
5.

Battery / Fuses.
6.

Fusebox. 7. Air
filter.
8.

Engine oil dipstick.
9.

Engine oil filler cap.
10.

Priming pump.
11

.
Bleed screw
.
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CHECKS

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CHECKING LEVELS
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The check is carried out either when the ignition is switched
on using the oil level indicator in the instrument panel, or using
the dipstick. 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).
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's
service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.
If

a

level

drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by
a


PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
To ensure that the reading is correct, your vehicle must be parked
on level ground and the engine must have been off for more than
30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between two services (or oil chang\
es).
PEUGEOT recommends that you check the level, and top up if
necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
Checking using the dipstick
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine" section for the location\
of
the dipstick in the engine compartment of your vehicle.
F

T
ake the dipstick by its coloured grip and remove it completely.
F Wipe
the end of the dipstick using a clean non-fluffy cloth.
F Refit
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 start the engine .
-

If the level is above the
MAX mark (risk of damage to the engine),
contact
a PEUGEOT

dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

If the level is below the
MIN mark, you must top up the engine oil.
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CHECKS

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BRAKE FLUId LEVEL
The brake fluid level should be close to the "MAX" mark. If it is not, check the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule for details of the interval\

for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the manufacturer's recommendations.
POWER STEERING FLUI d LEVEL
The power steering fluid level should be close to the "MAX" mark. With the engine cold, unscrew the cap to check the level.
Engine oil grade
Before topping up or changing the engine oil, ensure that you have the
correct grade of oil for your engine and that it meets the manufacturer'\
s
recommendations.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine" section to identify the \
location
of the oil filler cap in the engine compartment of your vehicle.
F Unscrew
the oil filler cap to reveal the filler aperture.
F Add
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

Add more oil if necessary
.
F After
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 manufacturer's service schedule for details of the interval\

for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine and emission control \
system, never use additives in the engine oil.

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DAB (Digital Audio
Broadcasting) ........238, 239, 264, 265
Date (setting)
............................... 33, 35
Daytime running lamps


......78, 170, 171
Deactivating ESP


............................... 91
Deactivating the passenger airbag


............................................ 100
Deadlocking


....................................... 38
Demisting-Defrosting


.........................63
Dials and gauges


............................... 12
Diesel additive level


.........................147
Diesel engine pre-heat warning lamp
.................................. 19
Dimensions

...................................... 197
Dipped beam


.....................75, 170, 171
Dipstick

...................................... 21, 145
Directional lighting

.............................82
Direction indicators
.... 87, 170, 172, 175
Doors

................................................. 46
Doors emergency control
............................................. 48
Door pockets


..................................... 67
Driving economically ......................... 10
Driving positions (storing)
.................. 53
Dynamic stability control (DSC)


............................ 17, 90d/
Filling with fuel ......................... 139, 140
Fitting a wheel ................................. 159
Fittings, boot

...................................... 73
Flashing indicators............................. 87
F/ G/
Front seats................................... 50, 51
Fuel............................................ 10, 140
Fuel consumption


.............................. 10
Fuel
filler flap
................................... 139
Fuel gauge................................. 12, 139
Fuel tank

.......................................... 139
Fusebox, dashboard


........................179
Fuses
............................................... 177
EBA (Emergency braking assistance)


...................................... 89
E/
Eco-driving ........................................ 10
Economy mode................................ 164
Electric window controls


....................44
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)
......................... 89
Electronic engine immobiliser

.....40, 118
Electronic stability control (ESC)


.......90
Emergency braking system


...............89
Emergency call


..................88, 201, 202
Emergency warning lamps


................87
Energy economy mode.................... 164
Engine compartment


...............142, 143
Engine compartment fusebox


..........181
Engine, Diesel


.............. 19, 140, 143, 144, 195
Engine oil level indicator


............21, 145
Engine, petrol


..................140, 142, 192
Engines.................................... 192, 195 Environment


........................... 10, 40, 60,
63, 125, 147, 165
Equipment
settings

......................30, 34
ESC/ASR
........................................... 90E/
F/
Gearbox, automatic ...........10, 122, 149
Gearbox, manual ............... 10, 121, 149
Gear lever
, automatic gearbox

........122
Gear lever, manual gearbox


............121
Gear shift indicator


..........................126
Glove box
.......................................... 68
G.P.S.
.............................................. 209
Guide-me-home........................... 79, 80
H/Halogen headlamps......................... 169
Hands-free kit .......................... 226, 270
Hazard warning lamps

.......................87
Headlamp adjustment........................ 81
Headlamps, directional


..............82, 170
Headlamp wash


................................. 84
Headlamp wash reservoir


................147
Head rests, rear
................................. 58
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