Practical information -> Checks for Your Peugeot 3008 SUV 2020

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► Wait a few minutes before checking the level  
again using the dipstick.  
must be close to the "MAX" mark without ever  
going above it.  
Filling with pure water is prohibited in all  
circumstances (risk of freezing,  
Top up the level if necessary.  
► After checking the level, carefully screw the  
oil filler cap back on and replace the dipstick in  
its tube.  
If the level is close to or below the "MIN" mark, it  
is essential to top it up.  
When the engine is hot, the temperature of the  
coolant is regulated by the fan.  
limescale, etc.).  
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel  
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at  
least one hour after switching off the engine  
before carrying out any work.  
In order to avoid the risk of scalding if you need  
to top up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around  
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to  
allow the pressure to drop.  
with particle filter)  
The oil level indication displayed on the  
instrument panel when the ignition is  
switched on is not valid for 30 minutes  
following an addition of oil.  
On reaching the minimum level in the  
particle filter additive tank, this warning  
lamp comes on fixed, accompanied by an  
audible signal and a warning message.  
Topping up  
The topping up of this additive must be carried  
out quickly.  
Go to a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Brake fluid  
The level of this fluid should be close to  
the "MAX" mark. If not, check the brake  
pads for wear.  
To know how often the brake fluid should be  
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing  
schedule.  
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap  
and top up to the required level.  
Screenwash fluid  
Top up to the required level when  
necessary.  
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)  
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is  
reached.  
For more information on the Indicators and in  
particular the AdBlue range indicators, refer to  
the corresponding section.  
Capacity of the tank:  
– 5.3 litres for "very cold climate" versions.  
– 2.2 litres for other versions.  
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.  
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed  
container.  
Fluid specification  
The fluid must be topped up with a pre-mixed  
product.  
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised in  
accordance with regulations, you must top up the  
AdBlue tank.  
For more information on AdBlue® (BlueHDi),  
and in particular the supply of AdBlue, refer to  
the corresponding section.  
Engine coolant  
It is normal to top up this fluid between  
two services.  
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid  
containing an anti-freeze agent which is  
appropriate for the temperature conditions  
must be used in order to protect the system's  
components (pump, tank, ducts, jets).  
The check and top-up must only be done with  
the engine cold.  
A level of coolant that is too low risks causing  
major damage to the engine; the coolant level  
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If the warning lamp stays on, this  
indicates a low Diesel additive level.  
For more information on Checking levels,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Passenger compartment  
filter  
Depending on the environment and the  
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,  
city driving), change it twice as often, if  
necessary.  
Checks  
Unless otherwise indicated, check these  
components in accordance with the  
manufacturer's service schedule and according  
to your engine.  
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Following prolonged operation of the  
vehicle at very low speed or at idle, you  
may, in exceptional circumstances, notice  
water vapour coming from the exhaust while  
accelerating. These emissions have no  
impact on the vehicle’s behaviour and the  
environment.  
Otherwise, have them checked by a PEUGEOT  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
A clogged passenger compartment filter  
can adversely affect air conditioning  
system performance and generate  
undesirable odours.  
Only use products recommended by  
PEUGEOT or products of equivalent  
quality and specification.  
In order to optimise the operation of  
components as important as those in the  
braking system, PEUGEOT selects and offers  
very specific products.  
Air filter  
New vehicle  
Depending on the environment and the  
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,  
city driving), change it twice as often, if  
necessary.  
During the first few particle filter  
regeneration operations, you may notice a  
"burning" smell. This is perfectly normal.  
12 V battery  
The battery does not require any  
maintenance.  
Oil filter  
Manual gearbox  
Check regularly that the terminals are correctly  
tightened (versions without quick-release  
terminals) and that the connections are clean.  
Change the oil filter each time the engine  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
oil is changed.  
Particle filter (Diesel)  
Automatic gearbox  
For more information on the precautions  
to take before any work on the 12 V  
battery, refer to the corresponding section.  
The start of clogging of the particle filter is  
indicated by the temporary lighting of this  
warning lamp, accompanied by an alert  
message.  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Electric parking brake  
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are  
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of  
specific technology and specification.  
Its replacement should be carried out only by  
a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop.  
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,  
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at  
least 37 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp  
goes off.  
This system does not require any routine  
servicing. However, in the event of a  
problem, do not hesitate to have the system  
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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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