Practical information -> AdBlue for Your Peugeot 3008 SUV 2020

Practical information  
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure  
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven  
for more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles  
(10 kilometres) at over 31 mph (50 km/h), add  
0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values indicated on the  
label.  
Winter or 4-seasons tyres can be  
identified by this symbol on their  
sidewalls.  
For more information on the Electric  
parking brake, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
Shock absorbers  
It is not easy for drivers to detect when  
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,  
the shock absorbers have a major impact on  
road holding and braking performance.  
For your safety and driving comfort, it is  
important to have them regularly checked by a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Under-inflation increases energy  
consumption. Non-compliant tyre  
pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely  
and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's  
road holding - risk of accident!  
Brake pads  
Brake wear depends on the style of  
driving, particularly in the case of vehicles  
used in town, over short distances. It may be  
necessary to have the condition of the brakes  
checked, even between vehicle services.  
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the  
brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads  
are worn.  
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the  
braking and road holding performance of the  
vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the  
tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as  
the presence of the valve caps.  
When the wear indicators no longer appear set  
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is  
less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as  
possible.  
Using different size wheels and tyres from those  
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel  
rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer  
reading and have an adverse effect on road  
holding.  
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles  
can cause the ESC to mistime.  
Always mark the direction of rotation on the tyres  
that will be stored when fitting winter or summer  
tyres. Store them in a cool, dry place and away  
from direct exposure to the sun's rays.  
Timing and accessory kits  
The timing and accessory kits are used  
from the time the engine is started until it  
is switched off. It is normal for them to wear over  
time.  
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in  
wintry conditions, ice can form on the  
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may  
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and  
defrost them.  
A faulty timing or accessory kit can damage  
the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the  
recommended replacement frequency, stated in  
distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is  
reached first.  
Brake disc wear  
For information on checking brake disc  
wear, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)  
To respect the environment and ensure  
compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without  
adversely affecting the performance or fuel  
consumption of its Diesel engines, PEUGEOT  
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles with  
a system that combines SCR (Selective Catalytic  
Wheels and tyres  
The inflation pressure of all tyres,  
including the spare wheel, must be  
checked on "cold” tyres.  
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Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) for  
the treatment of exhaust gases.  
In the event of a confirmed SCR system  
malfunction, it is essential to visit a  
PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
After 685 miles (1,100 km), a device is  
automatically activated to prevent the engine  
from starting.  
In both cases, a range indicator indicates  
the distance that can be travelled before the  
vehicle is stopped.  
stations equipped with AdBlue® pumps specially  
designed for passenger vehicles.  
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Recommendations on storage  
SCR system  
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and deteriorates  
above +25°C. Containers should be stored in a  
cool area and protected from direct sunlight.  
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept for  
at least a year.  
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains  
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of  
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and  
water, which are harmless to health and the  
environment.  
The AdBlue® is contained in a special  
tank holding about 17 litres.  
Its capacity allows a driving range of  
approximately 4,000 miles (6,500 km), which  
may vary considerably depending on your  
driving style.  
An alert system is triggered once the reserve  
level is reached: it is then possible to drive for a  
further 1,500 miles (2,400 km) before the tank is  
empty and the vehicle is immobilised.  
If the fluid has frozen, it can be used once it has  
completely thawed out at room temperature.  
Freezing of the AdBlue®  
AdBlue® freezes at temperatures below  
around -11°C.  
The SCR system includes a heater for the  
AdBlue® tank, allowing you to continue driving  
in very cold conditions.  
Never store AdBlue® containers in your  
vehicle.  
Precautions for use  
AdBlue® is a urea-based solution. This fluid is  
non-flammable, colourless and odourless (when  
kept in a cool place).  
Supply of AdBlue®  
It is recommended that the AdBlue® be topped  
up as soon as the first alert is issued indicating  
that the reserve level has been reached.  
In the event of contact with the skin, wash the  
affected area with soap and running water. In the  
event of contact with the eyes, immediately rinse  
the eyes with large amounts of water or with an  
eye wash solution for at least 15 minutes. Seek  
medical attention if you feel a persistent burning  
sensation or irritation.  
If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth  
with clean water and then drink plenty of water.  
In certain conditions (high temperature, for  
example), the risk of release of ammonia cannot  
be excluded: do not inhale the fluid. Ammonia  
vapours have an irritant effect on mucous  
membranes (eyes, nose and throat).  
For more information on the Warning  
and indicator lamps and the associated  
alerts, or the Indicators, please refer to the  
corresponding sections.  
For the correct operation of the SCR  
system:  
– Use only AdBlue® fluid that meets the ISO  
22241 standard.  
– Never transfer AdBlue® to another container  
as it would lose its purity.  
– Never dilute AdBlue® with water.  
Once the AdBlue® tank is empty, a device  
required by law prevents the engine from  
being restarted.  
If the SCR system is faulty, the level of  
emissions from the vehicle will no longer meet  
the Euro 6 standard and the vehicle starts  
polluting the environment.  
You can obtain AdBlue® from a PEUGEOT  
dealer or a qualified workshop, as well as service  
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Store AdBlue® out of the reach of  
children, in its original container.  
► Press the "START/STOP" button to switch off  
the engine.  
In order not to overfill the AdBlue® tank:  
– Add between 10 and 13 litres using  
AdBlue® containers.  
– Stop after the nozzle’s first automatic cut-  
out, if you are refilling at a service station.  
The system only registers AdBlue® top-ups of  
5 litres or more.  
Procedure  
Before starting the top-up procedure, ensure that  
the vehicle is parked on a flat and level surface.  
In wintry conditions, ensure that the temperature  
of the vehicle is above -11°C. Otherwise the  
AdBlue® may be frozen and so cannot be poured  
into the tank. Park the vehicle in a warmer area  
for a few hours to allow the top-up to be carried  
out.  
If the AdBlue® tank is completely empty  
– which is confirmed by the message  
Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible” – it is  
essential to add at least 5 litres.  
Never pour the AdBlue® into the Diesel  
fuel tank.  
Free-wheeling  
In certain situations, it is necessary to put the  
vehicle into free-wheeling mode (e.g. towing, on  
a rolling road, automatic car wash (Wash mode),  
rail or sea transport).  
The procedure varies according to the type of  
gearbox and parking brake.  
If any AdBlue® is splashed, or if there are  
any spillages on the bodywork, rinse  
immediately with cold water or wipe with a  
damp cloth.  
If the fluid has crystallised, clean it off using a  
sponge and hot water.  
► Turn the blue cap of the AdBlue® tank anti-  
clockwise and remove it.  
With a manual gearbox and  
electric parking brake  
► With a container of AdBlue®: after checking  
the expiry date, read the instructions on the  
label carefully before pouring the contents of the  
container into the vehicle's AdBlue tank.  
► With an AdBlue® pump: insert the nozzle and  
fill the tank until the nozzle automatically cuts  
out.  
Important: in the event of a top-up after  
an AdBlue breakdown, you must wait  
about 5 minutes before switching on the  
ignition, without opening the driver's door,  
unlocking the vehicle or bringing the  
electronic key into the passenger  
compartment.  
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To release them  
► With the engine running and while depressing  
the brake pedal, move the gear selector to the  
neutral position.  
Switch on the ignition, then wait for 10  
seconds before starting the engine.  
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