Practical information -> Checking levels for Your DS 7 Crossback 4 Door First Generation (2017-2022)

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Checking using the dipstick  
10. Priming pump*  
For the location of the dipstick, please refer  
to the illustration of the corresponding engine  
compartment.  
►ꢀ Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and pull  
it out 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 marks A and B.  
11. Degassing screw*  
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or  
fluids with the skin.  
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and  
very corrosive.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Engine oil  
The level is checked, with the engine  
having been switched off for at least 30  
minutes and on level ground, either using the oil  
level indicator in the instrument panel when the  
ignition is switched on (for vehicles equipped with  
an electric gauge), or 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).  
If a level drops significantly, have the  
corresponding system checked by a dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
A = MAX  
B = MIN  
The fluids must comply with the  
manufacturer's requirements and with  
the vehicle's engine.  
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.  
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).  
In order to maintain the reliability of the  
engine and emissions control system,  
never use additives in the engine oil.  
Oil grade  
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.  
* Depending on engine.  
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Topping up the engine oil level  
The check and top-up must only be done with the  
engine cold.  
A low level presents a risk of serious damage to  
the engine.  
Filling with pure water is prohibited under  
all circumstances (risk of freezing,  
limestone deposits, etc.).  
For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please  
refer to the corresponding under-bonnet engine  
compartment illustration.  
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.  
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.  
►ꢀ 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.  
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel with  
particle filter)  
or  
in  
On reaching the minimum level  
the particle filter additive tank,  
►ꢀ Top up the level if necessary.  
►ꢀ After checking the level, carefully screw the  
oil filler cap back on and replace the dipstick in  
its tube.  
this warning lamp comes on fixed, accompanied  
by an audible warning and a message warning  
that the additive level is too low.  
Within 30 minutes of adding oil, the oil  
level indication in the instrument panel  
when the ignition is switched on is not valid.  
Topping up  
This additive must be topped up without delay by  
a dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap  
and top up to the required level.  
AdBlue (BlueHDi)  
Brake fluid  
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is  
reached.  
The level of this fluid should be close to the  
"MAX" mark. If not, check the brake pad  
wear.  
Screenwash fluid  
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.  
Top up to the required level when  
necessary.  
To know how often the brake fluid should be  
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing  
schedule.  
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.).  
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.  
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed  
container.  
Engine coolant  
It is normal to top up this fluid between  
two services.