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Checking levels

Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.

If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Take care when working under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could start at

any time (even with the ignition off).

Engine oil level

The check is carried out either when

the ignition is switched on using the

oil level indicator in the instrument

panel for vehicles so equipped, or

using the dipstick.

checking using the

dipstick

The location of the dipstick is shown in the

corresponding underbonnet layout view.

A = MAX

B = MIN

F

Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and

remove it completely.

Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean

non-fluffy cloth.

Refit the dipstick and push fully down, then

pull it out again to make the visual check:

the correct level is between the marks A

and B.

To ensure that the reading is correct,

your vehicle must be parked on a level

surface with the engine having been off

for more than 30 minutes.

If you find that the level is above the A mark or

below the B mark, do not start the engine.

It is normal to top up the oil level between

two services (or oil changes). CITROËN

recommends that you check the level, and top

up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).

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If the level is above the MAX mark (risk

of damage to the engine), contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

If the level is below the MIN mark, you

must top up the engine oil.

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Brake fluid level

The brake fluid level should be close

Oil grade

to the "MAX" mark. If it is not, check

the brake pad wear.

Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,

check that the oil is the correct grade for your

engine and conforms to the manufacturer's

recommendations.

After topping-up the oil, the check when

switching on the ignition with the oil level

indicator in the instrument panel is not valid

during the 30 minutes after topping up.

Changing the ﬂuid

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule

for details of the interval for this operation.

Topping-up the engine oil level

Engine oil change

The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the

corresponding underbonnet layout view.

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule

for details of the interval for this operation.

Fluid speciﬁcation

F

Unscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler

aperture.

Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any

spills on engine components (risk of fire).

Wait a few minutes before checking the

level again using the dipstick.

Add more oil if necessary.

After checking the level, carefully refit the

oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.

The brake fluid must conform to the

manufacturer's recommendations.

In order to maintain the reliability of the

engine and emission control system,

never use additives in the engine oil.

F

Power steering fluid

level

The power steering fluid level should

be close to the "MAX" mark. With

the engine cold, unscrew the cap to

check the level.

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coolant level

Screenwash / headlamp

wash level

The coolant level should be close

F

Open the screenwash reservoir filler cap.

Take and pinch the level gauge to block its

breather.

to the "MAX" mark but should never

exceed it.

F

Remove the gauge completely from

the reservoir to read the level in the

transparent section.

When the engine is warm, the temperature of

the coolant is regulated by the fan.

F

Top up if necessary.

Refit the filler cap to the reservoir and

close the bonnet.

The cooling fan may start after switching

off the engine: take care with articles and

clothing that might be caught by the fan

blades.

In addition, as the cooling system is

pressurised, wait at least one hour after

switching off the engine before carrying

out any work.

To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew

the cap by two turns to allow the

pressure to drop. When the pressure

has dropped, remove the cap and top

up the level.

To check the level or top up the fluid on vehicle

fitted with headlamp washers, immobilise the

vehicle and switch of the engine.

Speciﬁcation of the ﬂuid

To ensure optimum cleaning and to avoid

freezing, the fluid should never be topped up or

replaced by plain water.

In wintry conditions, the use of an ethyl alcohol

or methanol base fluid is recommended.

F

Before opening the bonnet, ensure that the

engine has completely stopped.

Fluid speciﬁcation

The coolant must conform to the

manufacturer's recommendations.

diesel additive level (diesel

engine with particle filter)

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or

fluids with the skin.

Most of these fluids are harmful to

health or indeed very corrosive.

A low additive level is indicated by

illumination of this warning lamp,

accompanied by an audible warning

and a message in the instrument

panel screen.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into

sewers or onto the ground.

Topping up

Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or

a qualified workshop (France) or to an

authorised waste disposal site.

This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.

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