General description of the car Peugeot 305 The Peugeot 305 entered service in November 1977 through 1989. GL and GR models were produced with a 1290 cc petrol engine 3 and petrol engine 1472 cc 3 . In May 1979, a diesel model appeared (GRD) with 1548 cc light...
Dimensions, weight and filling data Dimensions: Length - 4.237 m Width: GL and GR - 1,630 m SR - 1,642 m Height (with curb weight): GL - 1.405 m GR - 1.402 m SR - 1,400 m Height (loaded): GL - 1.327 m GR - 1.324 m SR - 1.323 m Wheelbase - 2.62 m Overhang:...
Ongoing maintenance Every 400 km, weekly or before a long trip Engine Check the oil level with the machine on level ground. Add oil as needed to the top mark on the dipstick (see pictures). Cooling system Check the coolant level in the...
Recommended lubricants and fluids Component or system Lubricant type/specification Duckhams Recommendations Engine (petrol) Universal motor oil, viscosity SAE 10W/40, acc. API SG/CC specifications Duckhams QXR, QS, Hypergrade Plus or Hypergrade Engine...
Engine Troubleshooting The engine will not start Engine does not start when starter is turned on Low battery (charge battery, start "smoking" or "from the pusher". Loose or corroded battery terminals. bad "weight" battery (check ground wire)....
Engine Compartment — Maintenance Components Pic. 1. Engine compartment SR Estate. The main components related to vehicle maintenance are shown: 1. Air cleaner. 2. Oil dipstick (engine/gearbox oil level) 3. Fuse box 4. Oil filler plug 5. Diagnostic socket 6....