Practical information -> Checking levels (Oil, Brake, Coolant) for Your DS 3 Crossback 4 Door First Generation (2018-2022)

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►ꢀ Clip the stay in its housing.  
►ꢀ Lower the bonnet and release it near the end  
of its travel.  
►ꢀ Pull on the bonnet to check that it is locked  
correctly.  
Diesel engine  
3. Brake fluid reservoir  
4. Battery / Fuses  
5. Remote earth point (-)  
6. Fusebox  
7. 400 V electrical system  
8. Emergency circuit-breaker for firefighters and  
maintenance technicians  
Because of the presence of electrical  
equipment under the bonnet, it is  
recommended that exposure to water (rain,  
washing, etc.) be limited.  
1.Screenwash fluid reservoir.  
2.Engine coolant reservoir.  
3.Brake fluid reservoir.  
4.Battery/Fuses.  
For more information on the Charging system  
(Electric), refer to the corresponding section.  
Checking levels  
Check all of the following levels regularly in  
accordance with the manufacturer's service  
schedule. Top them up if required, unless  
otherwise indicated.  
5.Remote earth point (-).  
6.Fusebox.  
7.Air filter.  
8.Engine oil filler cap.  
9.Engine oil dipstick.  
Engine compartment  
The engine represented is an example given for  
illustration purposes only.  
The locations of the following elements may vary:  
– Air filter.  
If a level drops significantly, have the  
corresponding system checked by a dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
The Diesel fuel system operates under  
very high pressure.  
All work on this circuit must be carried out only  
by a dealer or a qualified workshop.  
– Engine oil dipstick.  
– Engine oil filler cap.  
Petrol engine  
The fluids must comply with the  
manufacturer's requirements and with  
the vehicle's engine.  
Electric motor  
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).  
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir  
2. Engine coolant reservoir  
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►ꢀ Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean, lint- Topping up the engine oil level  
free cloth.  
For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please  
refer to the corresponding under-bonnet engine  
compartment illustration.  
►ꢀ 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.  
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or  
fluids with the skin.  
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and  
very corrosive.  
Do not discard used oil or fluids into  
sewers or onto the ground.  
Empty used oil into the containers reserved  
for this purpose at a dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
►ꢀ Top up the level if necessary.  
►ꢀ Reinsert the dipstick and push fully down,  
then pull it out again to visually check the oil level:  
the correct level is between marks A (max) and  
B (min).  
►ꢀ After checking the level, carefully screw the  
oil filler cap back on and replace the dipstick in  
its tube.  
Do not start the engine if the level is:  
– above mark A: contact a dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
– below mark B: top up the engine oil  
immediately.  
Within 30 minutes of adding oil, the oil  
level indication in the instrument panel  
when the ignition is switched on is not valid.  
Engine oil  
The level is checked, with the engine  
having been switched off for at least 30  
minutes and on level ground, using the dipstick.  
It is normal to top up the oil level between two  
services (or oil changes). It is recommended that  
you check the level, and top up if necessary, every  
3,000 miles (5,000 km).  
Brake fluid  
The level of this fluid should be close to the  
"MAX" mark. If not, check the brake pad  
wear.  
To know how often the brake fluid should be  
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing  
schedule.  
Oil grade  
Before topping up or changing the engine  
oil, check that the oil is suitable for the engine  
and complies with the recommendations in  
the service schedule supplied with the vehicle  
(or available from your dealer and qualified  
workshops).  
In order to maintain the reliability of the  
engine and emissions control system,  
never use additives in the engine oil.  
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.  
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed  
container.  
Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate  
the contractual warranty in the event of engine  
failure.  
Checking using the dipstick  
For the location of the dipstick, please refer  
to the illustration of the corresponding engine  
compartment.  
►ꢀ Grasp the dipstick by its coloured grip and pull  
it out completely.  
Engine coolant  
It is normal to top up this fluid between  
two services.  
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The check and top-up must only be done with the  
engine cold.  
Filling with pure water is prohibited under  
all circumstances (risk of freezing,  
limestone deposits, etc.).  
12 V battery  
The battery does not require any  
A low level presents a risk of serious damage to  
the engine.  
The level of this fluid should be close to the "MAX"  
mark but should never exceed it.  
If the level is close to or below the "MIN” mark, it  
is essential to top up.  
maintenance.  
However, check regularly that the terminals  
are correctly tightened (versions without quick  
release terminals) and that the connections are  
clean.  
AdBlue (BlueHDi)  
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is  
reached.  
For more information on Indicators and in  
particular the AdBlue range indicators, refer to  
the corresponding section.  
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised in  
accordance with regulations, you must top up the  
AdBlue tank.  
For more information on AdBlue® (BlueHDi), and  
in particular on the supply of AdBlue, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
For more information on the precautions  
to take before any work on the 12 V  
battery, refer to the corresponding section.  
When the engine is hot, the temperature of this  
fluid is regulated by the fan.  
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at least  
one hour after switching off the engine before  
carrying out any work.  
In order to avoid the risk of scalding if you need to  
top up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around the  
cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the  
pressure to drop.  
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are  
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of  
specific technology and specification.  
Its replacement should be carried out only by a  
dealer or by a qualified workshop.  
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap  
and top up to the required level.  
Checks  
Unless otherwise indicated, check these  
components in accordance with the  
manufacturer's service schedule and according to  
your engine.  
Passenger compartment filter  
Screenwash fluid  
Depending on the environment and the use  
of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere, city  
Top up to the required level when  
necessary.  
driving), change it twice as often, if necessary.  
A clogged passenger compartment filter  
can adversely affect air conditioning  
system performance and generate undesirable  
odours.  
Otherwise, have them checked by a dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Fluid specification  
The fluid must be topped up with a ready-to-use  
mixture.  
In winter (temperatures below zero), a liquid  
containing an agent to prevent freezing must  
be used which is appropriate for the prevailing  
conditions, in order to protect the elements of the  
system (pump, tank, ducts, jets, etc.).  
Only use products recommended by the  
Manufacturer or products of equivalent  
quality and specification.  
In order to optimise the operation of  
components as important as those in the  
braking system, the Manufacturer selects and  
offers very specific products.  
Air filter  
Depending on the environment and the use  
of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere, city  
driving), change it twice as often, if necessary.