1975 CITROEN 2CV brake fluid

IMPORTANT POINTS
During the first 1,200 mi (2,000 km): Keep a little below the speed li\
mits indicated
by the red marks on the speedometer.
At 600 mi (1,000 km): by any Citroën Dealer.
Before setting out on a long journey, check: The engine oil level; the l\
evel of the
brake fluid and top up if necessary.
Every 3,000 mi (5,000 km): Engine sump - drain and refill
Every 12,000 mi (20,000 km): Gearbox - change the oil
On "2 CV6", pay attention to the red warning lamp, (engine oil pressure\
). If it lights
up while driving, stop immediately.
Always keep in your vehicle: complete set of spare bulbs; set of fuses (\
10 & 15
amps).
Check inflation pressures regularly.
Changing a wheel: Tools and spare
wheel in boot (trunk).
From the very beginning make
yourself acquainted with the
handling operations specified in the
Tyre (tire) changing section.Model
Michelin FrontRearSpare
2 CV4 125-15X 1.4 bar
20 psi 1.8 bar
26 psi 2 bar
29 psi
2 CV6 125-15X 1.4 bar
20 psi 1.8 bar
26 psi 2 bar
29 psi
In order to ensure a longer life for your vehicle, and, for your safety,\
"Citroën" advises you to adhere to these most important points, systematically.

MAINTENANCE
This section deals with the small
points which are essential to
ensure the good condition of your
car: checking levels, keeping and
eye on the tyres, washing the
bodywork ...
Other maintenance operations,
such as greasing, oil changes,
adjustments - which the Citroën
network will competently carry out
for you, through is special Service
Stations - form the subject of the
"Maintenance Guide", which was
supplied with the vehicle when
originally delivered.
MAINTENANCE2 CV4 - 2 CV6
Levels:
Oil, Brake Fluid - Checks and Topping
Up
Mechanical and Electrical
Bodywork

MAINTENANCE
Levels
Checks and Topping up
1 Engine oil dipstick
The engine oil level, which must lie between the ends of the cut-out
on the dipstick, must be checked from time to time between oil
changes and, in particular, before any long journey.
The check should be carried out with the car as level as possible,
after the engine has been stopped for at least 10 minutes.
To top up, add oil without the level going above the top end of the
dipstick cut-out. The length of the cut-out is equivalent to 7/8 imp.
pints (0,5 litre).
2 Engine oil filler pipe
In Summer, as in Winter, use "TOTAL Altigrade GT Spéciale
Autoroute 20 W 40" or "GTS 20 W 50" oil. If "TOTAL" oils are
not available, use equivalent grades of other reputable makes.
In very cold countries (temperatures often lower than -10C (14F),
use "TOTAL Altigrade GT Spéciale Autoroute 10 W 30" or "GTS
10 W 30" oil, or equivalent grades of other reputable makes.
Never use additives
Do not forget to tightly seal the oil filler cap.
3 Brake fluid reservoir
Fig. 32
Engine Oil Dipstick 1 - Maximum2 - Minimum
3 - Oil level reading

The level, visible through the transparent reservoir, must never go
below the "Danger" mark. If the level drops suddenly, consult a
Citroën dealer without delay. We recommend the "70 R 3" fluid,
distributed by TOTAL. If this product is not available, use fluids
with specification "S" or "V" : NF R 12640 or SAE J 1703 a.
4 Battery
Check the level of the electrolyte frequently, especially in Summer.
The level should be 3/8 to 3/4 in. (1 to 2 cm.) above the plates in
each of the six cells. Top up with distilled water. Never add acid.
Never bring a naked flame near a battery during checking.
5 Windscreen washer
Top up with clean water, to which may be added a product such as
"Clearalex", "Screen Clear" or "Stop-Clair" at any time, or a
solution such as "Stop-Gel" in Winter.
Fig. 32a
RHD Levels
3 - Brake fluid level
5 - Windscreen washer bottle

Fig. 32b
Levels
1 - Engine oil dipstick
2 - Engine oil filler tube
3 - Brake fluid reservoir
4 - Battery
5 - Windscreen washer bottle
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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

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