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114 CHECKS CHECKS Where the handbrake travel is too great or there is a re- duction in the performance of the system, the handbrake should be adjusted, even between services. Air filter and passenger Particle emission filter It is imperative that the particle emis- sion i lter is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's servicing sche- dule, by a PEUGEOT dealer. Brake pad wear depends on the style of driving, in particular for vehicles which are used in town, over short distances. Disc and drum wear status For any information relating to the wear status of the surfaces of the discs and drums, contact a Only use products recom- mended by PEUGEOT or products of equivalent qua- lity and characteristics. To ensure best performance from components as important as the power steering and the braking sys- tem, PEUGEOT selects and offers quite specii c products. To prevent damage to the electrical units, high pressure washing to clean the engine compartment is strictly prohibited . Oil filter Used products Avoid all prolonged contact of the used oil with the skin. Brake l uid is harmful to health and very corrosive. Note: following prolonged operation of the vehicle at very low speed or at idle, you may, in exceptional cases, notice discharges of water vapour at the exhaust on acceleration. This has no effect on the behaviour of the Do not dispose of used oil, brake l uid or coolant into drains or onto the ground. containers provided for this purpose in the PEUGEOT network. Battery At the start of winter, have your battery checked by a Have the i lter elements replaced regularly. If you drive in dusty condi- Brake pads It may be necessary to check the thickness of the pads, even between services. Handbrake Change the i lter regularly, in accordance with the ser- vicing schedule. Manual gearbox To check the main levels the servicing booklet which corres- This does not require an oil change. Have the level checked in accordance with the manu- facturer's servicing schedule. |