CHECKS -> Checks (Component maintenance) for Your DS 5 4 Door First Generation (2011-2018)

Checks  
Unless otherwise indicated, check these  
components in accordance with the  
manufacturer's service schedule and according  
to your engine.  
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
12 V battery  
The battery does not require any  
maintenance.  
However, check that the terminals  
are clean and correctly tightened,  
particularly in summer and winter.  
When carrying out work on the battery, refer  
to the "12 V battery" section for details of the  
precautions to be taken before disconnecting  
the battery and following its reconnection.  
The presence of this label, in particular with  
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use of  
a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with special  
technology and specification. The involvement  
of a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop  
is essential when replacing or disconnecting  
the battery.  
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Checks  
Air filter and passenger compartment filter  
Particle filter (diesel)  
Manual gearbox  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
service schedule for details of the  
replacement intervals for these  
components.  
The start of saturation of the particle  
The gearbox does not require any  
filter is indicated by the temporary  
illumination of this warning lamp  
accompanied by a message in the  
multifunction screen.  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Refer to the manufacturer's service  
schedule for the checking interval for  
this component.  
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty  
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle  
(e.g. city driving), replace them twice as often  
if necessary.  
A clogged passenger compartment filter may  
have an adverse effect on the performance  
of the air conditioning system and generate  
undesirable odours.  
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,  
regenerate the filter by driving at a  
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until  
the warning lamp goes off.  
If the warning lamp stays on, this  
indicates a low additive level.  
Electronic gearbox  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Refer to the manufacturer's service  
schedule for details of the checking  
interval for this component.  
On a new vehicle, the first particle  
filter regeneration operations may be  
accompanied by a "burning" smell,  
which is perfectly normal.  
Following prolonged operation of the  
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,  
you may, in exceptional circumstances,  
notice the emission of water vapour at  
the exhaust on acceleration. This does  
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle  
or the environment.  
Oil filter  
Replace the oil filter each time the  
engine oil is changed.  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
service schedule for details of  
the replacement interval for this  
component.  
Automatic gearbox  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
Refer to the manufacturer's service  
schedule for details of the level  
checking interval for this component.  
Brake pads  
Electric parking brake  
Brake wear depends on the style  
of driving, particularly in the case  
of vehicles used in town, over short  
distances. It may be necessary to  
have the condition of the brakes checked, even  
between vehicle services.  
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in  
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake  
pads are worn.  
This system does not require any  
routine servicing. However, in the  
event of a problem, have the system  
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Only use products recommended by  
CITROËN or products of equivalent  
quality and specification.  
In order to optimise the operation of  
units as important as those in the  
braking system, CITROËN selects and  
offers very specific products.  
For more information, refer to the "Electric  
parking brake - Operating faults" section.  
After washing the vehicle, dampness,  
or in wintry conditions, ice can form  
on the brake discs and pads: braking  
efficiency may be reduced. Make light  
brake applications to dry and defrost  
the brakes.  
Brake disc wear  
For information on checking brake  
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer  
or a qualified workshop.