1975 CITROEN 2CV oil

RH side and tail lamps
(and rear number plate lamps) Fuel gauge
Direction indicators Windscreen wipers
Alternator field feed
Charging rate indicator
Engine oil pressure warning lamp (on "2 CV 6")
LOWER FUSE BOX (Item B) Green marking (16 A) Blue marking (16 A)
RH dipped beam LH main beam
Red marking (16 A) Yellow marking (16 A)
LH dipped beam RH main beam
REPLACING THE BATTERY (Fig. 46)
Battery reference: 12 V - 125/25 Ah. CEI (or 150/30 Ah. CEI)
Disconnect the battery terminals, always beginning with the
negative one.
Unscrew the two tie-rods of the support frame then disengage the
battery by sliding it towards the front of the vehicle.
Check that the terminals are in the correct position before fitting the \
new battery.
Fig. 46
Battery
1 - Terminals 2 - Tie-rods

DOOR LOCKS FROZEN UP
Maintenance:
At the beginning of the cold season, insert into the door-locks a
small amount of glycerin or anti-freeze, using an oiler or a dropper.
In case of emergency:
Heat the key slightly with a match flame or lighter before inserting
it.
[Contents] [Notices] [Important Points] [Driving] [Maintenance] [Minor Repairs] [Miscellaneous Information]

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Running-in, servicing, guarantee, running costs, towing a trailer, vehicle identification, replacement parts
RUNNING-IN
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 kilometres), avoid over-revving,
and do not let the needle reach the coloured marks of the
corresponding speed ranges, before changing gear. Also avoid
during this period:
-harsh acceleration,
-fierce braking (the brake linings must be run in),
-long journeys at constant speed,
-labouring the engine at too low a speed.
SERVICING AND GUARANTEE
At the time of delivery, you will be given a "Maintenance Guide",
with a "Guarantee Card" and a 600 miles (1,000 km) "Servicing
Certificate".
On completion of the first 600 miles (1,000 km), any Citroën dealer\
,
whether he supplied the vehicle or not, will service the car, free-of-
charge, on presentation of this "Maintenance Guide".
It is particularly important that the oil filter cartridge, which has to\

comply to the standard regulations, should be of the type
recommended by Citroën.
Only the cost of the materials used will be charged for.
The dealer will keep the Servicing Certificate and sign the
Guarantee Card.

This card must be signed for you to benefit from the guarantee.
INFLUENCE OF DRIVING TECHNIQUES ON RUNNING
COSTS
The manner in which a car is driven affects its running costs,
particularly as far as fuel, oil, and tyre expenses are concerned.
Running costs increase notably with:
-speed,
-frequent and prolonged use of low gears,
-accelerating and braking too often or too fiercely,
unnecessary use of the accelerator pedal,
-leaving the choke out,
-taking bends at high speeds,
-tyre inflated to incorrect pressures.
Oil consumption, which varies a great deal with the use of the car,
is also influenced when running in the engine, and you are advised
to pay particular attention to this point as well as to the oil change
section in the Maintenance Guide.
TOWING A TRAILER
If you intend to tow a caravan or trailer, consult your Citroën deale\
r
first, who will give you all the necessary advice, especially in so far \
as the legal requirements are concerned.
The maximum towing weights are, in France:
- Trailer without brake: 270 kg (595 lbs)
- Trailer with overrun brake: 400 kg (881 lbs)
IDENTIFICATION
Positions
Manufacturer's plate:Under the bonnet on the scuttle panel, RH
side.

REMINDER FOR SERVICE-STATION
For German, French, Italian, or Spanish, click HERE.
REMINDER FOR SERVICE-STATIONTyres:MICHELIN 125-15 X
Pressure = 1.4 bar (20 psi) at the
front
1.8 bar (26 psi) at the rear
2 bars (29 psi) on spare wheel
Other fittings: See
HERE.
Fuel: Super (Premium 4-stars, 97-99
octane)
Capacity: 20 litres (4.5 imp. pints)
Engine oil: TOTAL "GT 20 W 40" or "GTS 20
W 50" oil
In very cold countries: TOTAL
"GT 10 W 30" or "GTS 10 W 30"
oil
Sump capacity: On "2 CV 4" = 2.2 Litres (3.9 imp.
pints)
On "2 CV 6" = 2.3 Litres (4 imp.
pints)
Gearbox oil: TOTAL extreme pressure "SAE
80" oil (capacity 0.9 litre (1 1/2
Imp. pints)
General lubricant: "TOTAL Multis"

Hydraulic brake system:TOTAL FLUID "70 R3" - If this
product is not available, use
NFR12640 "S" or "V" or SAE J
1703a (capacity 0.5 Litres - 7/8
imp. pint)
Windscreen washer: Water, to which may be added:
- in any season: a product like
"Stop-Clair", "Clearalex", "Screen-
Clear". etc.
-in Winter: a product like "Stop-
Gel"
Battery: 12 V - 125/25 Ah. CEI (or 150/30
Ah. CEI)
Distilled water (do not add acid)
Sparking Plugs: AC 42 F - Bosch W 255 T1 -
Champion L 85 - Eyquem 755 -
Marchal 35 - Marelli CW 7 N BT
Electrode gap = 0.65-0.75 mm
Bulbs:
See table.
PRE-START CHECKLIST
Levels Petrol
Engine oil
Brake fluid Battery
Windscreen washer
Operation
Engine Oil warning Lamp (2 CV 6) Horn
Exterior lighting
Direction indicators Brake lamps

REMINDER FOR SERVICE-STATION
For German, French, Italian, or Spanish, click HERE.
REMINDER FOR SERVICE-STATIONTyres:MICHELIN 125-15 X
Pressure = 1.4 bar (20 psi) at the
front
1.8 bar (26 psi) at the rear
2 bars (29 psi) on spare wheel
Other fittings: See
HERE.
Fuel: Super (Premium 4-stars, 97-99
octane)
Capacity: 20 litres (4.5 imp. pints)
Engine oil: TOTAL "GT 20 W 40" or "GTS 20
W 50" oil
In very cold countries: TOTAL
"GT 10 W 30" or "GTS 10 W 30"
oil
Sump capacity: On "2 CV 4" = 2.2 Litres (3.9 imp.
pints)
On "2 CV 6" = 2.3 Litres (4 imp.
pints)
Gearbox oil: TOTAL extreme pressure "SAE
80" oil (capacity 0.9 litre (1 1/2
Imp. pints)
General lubricant: "TOTAL Multis"

Hydraulic brake system:TOTAL FLUID "70 R3" - If this
product is not available, use
NFR12640 "S" or "V" or SAE J
1703a (capacity 0.5 Litres - 7/8
imp. pint)
Windscreen washer: Water, to which may be added:
- in any season: a product like
"Stop-Clair", "Clearalex", "Screen-
Clear". etc.
-in Winter: a product like "Stop-
Gel"
Battery: 12 V - 125/25 Ah. CEI (or 150/30
Ah. CEI)
Distilled water (do not add acid)
Sparking Plugs: AC 42 F - Bosch W 255 T1 -
Champion L 85 - Eyquem 755 -
Marchal 35 - Marelli CW 7 N BT
Electrode gap = 0.65-0.75 mm
Bulbs:
See table.
PRE-START CHECKLIST
Levels Petrol
Engine oil
Brake fluid Battery
Windscreen washer
Operation
Engine Oil warning Lamp (2 CV 6) Horn
Exterior lighting
Direction indicators Brake lamps