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Coolant level

Combustion engine coolant 1

Electric traction system coolant 2 (depending on the vehicle)

This system is different to that of the combustion engine. It is used for cooling the electric motor.

Combustion engine air turbocharging coolant 3

Check the level of the coolants 1, 2 and 3
With the engine switched off and the vehicle parked on flat ground, the level when cold must be between the "MINI" and "MAXI" marks indicated on the coolant reservoir 1. Top up the level when cold before it reaches the "MINI" mark.
Tip
If there is an abnormal or repeated drop in the fluid level, consult an approved dealer.
WARNING
Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE.
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, ensure that the windscreen wiper stalk is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
WARNING
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. The engine cooling fan may also start at any moment. The label in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
WARNING
No operations should be carried out on the cooling circuit when the engine is hot.
Risk of burns.
Frequency of checking coolant level
Check the coolant level regularly (very severe damage is likely to be caused to the engine if it runs out of coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only use products approved by our Technical Department which ensure:
  • antifreeze protection;
  • anti-corrosion protection of the cooling system.
Replacement intervals
Refer to the maintenance document for your vehicle.
Tip
If there is an abnormal or repeated drop in the fluid level, consult an approved dealer.
WARNING
Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE.
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, ensure that the windscreen wiper stalk is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
WARNING
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. The engine cooling fan may also start at any moment. The label in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
WARNING
No operations should be carried out on the cooling circuit when the engine is hot.
Risk of burns.