Target audience:
Small family hatchback buyers in the European C-segment; a practical, affordable alternative to the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Escort
Competitive advantage:
Renowned chassis and ride-handling balance, strong diesel engine options, and lower running costs than many rivals
Key features:
Range of petrol and diesel engines, well-regarded suspension tuning, available GTI and GTI-6 performance derivatives
Delivery method:
Instant download on completion of payment
Manual type:
Workshop / service and repair manual
Printing:
All pages printable
Coverage areas:
Complete vehicle: engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, electrical, body and interior systems for 1993-2002 models
Content type:
Step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, diagrams, wiring schematics and specifications
Engine - petrol:
1.1, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 litre petrol engines including GTI-6
Engine - diesel:
1.9 litre naturally aspirated and turbo diesel, 2.0 litre HDi diesel
Cooling and lubrication:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, oil pump and filter procedures
Fuel and ignition systems:
Fuel injection, carburettor, ignition timing, tank and fuel line service
Transmission - manual:
Clutch, gearbox removal/refit, driveshafts and CV joints
Transmission - automatic:
Automatic transmission fluid service, adjustment and overhaul procedures
Brakes:
Disc and drum brakes, ABS, master cylinder, caliper and pad/shoe replacement
Suspension and steering:
MacPherson strut front, torsion beam rear, power steering
Electrical:
Full wiring schematics, starter, alternator, lights, switches and instruments
Heating and ventilation:
Heater matrix, blower motor and air conditioning service
Body and fittings:
Panel removal, bumpers, doors, locks, windows and trim
Interior:
Seat removal, trim panels, dashboard components
Diagnostics:
Fault-finding tables and diagnostic procedures for engine and electrical systems
Routine maintenance:
Service schedules, fluid capacities, filter and spark plug replacement
Repair procedures:
Step-by-step strip-down and rebuild instructions with torque specifications
Technical depth:
Workshop-level detail for technicians and DIY owners, from basic service to full engine rebuild
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams and wiring schematics throughout
Torque specifications:
Torque values given for fasteners throughout all procedures
Fluid specifications:
Recommended oils, coolant, brake fluid and other fluids with capacities
Part reference:
Component identification to assist with ordering correct replacement parts
Printable pages:
Print only the pages you need and take them into the garage or workshop
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine options:
1.1, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol engines
Performance engine:
2.0 litre 16-valve GTI-6 flagship (approximately 167 hp)
Fuel system:
Multi-point fuel injection (earlier carburettor on base models)
Engine options:
1.9 litre indirect-injection diesel and turbo diesel; 2.0 litre HDi direct-injection turbo diesel from 1999
Notable unit:
2.0 HDi praised for strong economy and refinement for its era
Exact figures:
Full detailed specifications, capacities and torque values are provided in the manual for each engine variant
Body styles:
3-door and 5-door hatchback, estate, cabriolet, saloon
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2580 mm (varies by body style)
Length:
Approximately 4030 mm (hatchback), longer for estate and saloon variants
Curb weight:
Approximately 950-1200 kg depending on engine and body style
Exact values:
Precise per-variant figures listed in the manual specifications section
Airbags:
Driver airbag standard from launch; front passenger airbag added in later models
Seat belts:
Front pre-tensioner seat belts on later models
Structure:
Reinforced passenger cell with crumple zones
ABS:
Anti-lock braking system available or standard on most variants
Other:
Power-assisted steering, fog lamps on higher trims
Euro NCAP:
Tested in the late 1990s with typical mid-1990s results; exact published rating should be verified independently
Audio system:
AM/FM radio-cassette as standard, with radio-CD options on higher trims
Speakers:
Front door speakers, optional rear speakers
ABS:
Anti-lock braking available on most variants
Convenience:
Power steering, central locking and electric windows on higher trims
Advanced ADAS:
N/A - not available on this model era
Oil and filter:
Typically every 10,000 km / 6,000 miles or 12 months on petrol models
Diesel intervals:
Longer intervals on turbo diesel and HDi models per schedule in the manual
Timing belt:
Replace per interval given in the manual (typically around 80,000-100,000 km on later models)
Engine oil:
Mineral or semi-synthetic petrol oil; specific HDi diesel oil for HDi engines
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol antifreeze mix
Common wear items:
Front suspension drop links and bushes, exhaust mounts, CV boots
Electrical:
Ageing wiring connectors and immobiliser faults on later models
Diesel note:
Turbo diesel fuel pump and injector wear on high-mileage engines
Manufacturer:
Peugeot, part of PSA Peugeot Citroën, a French manufacturer founded in the 19th century with a long motorsport and production history
Launch:
Introduced in 1993 as successor to the Peugeot 309
Facelift:
Revised models from 1997 with updated styling, interior and engine range
Production end:
Production concluded in 2002, succeeded by the Peugeot 307
Assembly:
Built in France; some derivatives also assembled at Peugeot plants elsewhere in Europe
