Coolant Level - PEUGEOT 308 Handbook

Practical information

Coolant level

the coolant level should be close
to the "MAX" mark but should never
exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
The cooling fan may start after switching
off the engine: take care with articles and
clothing that might be caught by the fan
blades.
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 pressure to drop. When
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and
top-up the level.
It is normal to top-up the coolant
level between services (or coolant
replacements).
Fluid specification
the coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, the low fluid level
is indicated by an audible signal and
a message in the instrument panel
screen.
top-up the reservoir when you next
stop the vehicle.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped-up with or
replaced with plain water.
In wintry conditions, the use of an ethyl alcohol
or methanol base fluid is recommended.
Diesel additive level
(Diesel engine with
particle filter)
A low additive level is indicated by
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a message in the instrument
panel screen.
Topping-up
this additive must be topped-up by a
PeugeOt dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
take used oil to a PeugeOt dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.