1975 CITROEN 2CV bulb

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.

MINOR REPAIRS
You should consult this
section should any difficulties,
such as a puncture or a
sparking plug which needs
changing, arise.
If, however, it concerns a
malfunction indicated by one
of the instruments, you should
go
here.
MINOR REPAIRS2 CV4 - 2 CV6
Replacing a Wheel
Adjusting the Headlamps
Replacing a Bulb
Replacing a Fuse
Replacing the Battery

MINOR REPAIRS
Replacing a Bulb
DIP/MAIN BEAM HEADLAMPS (Fig. 40 and 41)
They are fitted with bulbs: 12 V - 45/40 W.
To take the headlamp out: remove the screw (1), then tilt the unit
forward.
To replace a bulb:
Disconnect the black plastic connector (2) carrying the feed leads.
Swing the springs (3 and 4), which hold the bulb flange (5) in place\
,
through 90°.
Change the faulty bulb and fit the new one by turning the flange
until the locating lug falls into its slot.
Do not forget to clip over springs (3 and 4) and to reconnect the
connector (2).
To refit the headlamp unit (Fig. 42)
Position the lugs (1 and 2) opposite the white plastic buttons (3 and\

4).
Pivot the unit and refit it into the headlmap housing. Fit and tighten
the screw (1 - Fig. 40).
We recommend that you have your headlamp beam checked by a
specialist every time a bulb is changed.
Fig. 40
Headlamps
1 - Retaining screw

Fig. 41
Headlamps
1 - Connector
3-4 - Holding springs 5 - Bulb flange
Fig. 42
Headlamps
1-2 - Locating lugs
3-4 - White plastic buttons Fig. 43
Front side lamps 1 - Socket
SIDE AND TAIL LAMPS
Front bulbs (Fig. 43): 12 V - 4 W - BA 9S T 8/4
These bulbs are placed directly in the reflectors of the lamp units (1)\
.
Pull the socket, turning it slightly.
Tail lamps (Fig. 44): 12 V - 5 W - R 19/5
The bulbs (1) combined in the covers, include the brake and
direction indicator lamps.
To remove the covers, unscrew the two screws.
Direction indicators: 12 V - 21 W - P 25/1
FRONT: Remove the cover, unscrew the two screws.
REAR: See "Tail Lamps" (Fig. 44 - Mark 2).
Brake lamps: 12 V - 21 W - P 25/1
See "Tail Lamps" (Fig. 44 - Mark 3).

Rear number plate lamps:
These bulbs are also used for the "Tail Lamps".
Interior lamp: 12 V - 7 W - BA 15 S
Press the cover lightly on both sides and pull it downwards.
Fig. 44
Rear lamps
1 - Tail and number plate lamp 2 - Direction indicators3 - Brake lamp
[Contents] [Notices] [Important Points] [Driving] [Maintenance] [Minor Repairs] [Miscellaneous Information]

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

Gear Ratio
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voltage: 12 V
Alternator: Maximum power: 390 W; Minimum charging speed:
780 rpm
Battery: Capacity: 125/25 Ah. CEI or 150/30 Ah. CEI On:
"2 CV 4" "2 CV 6"
1st gear 0.034829:10.0465 21.5:1
2nd gear 0.068115:10.0912 10.96:1
3rd gear 0.11368.1:10.1357 7.37:1
4th gear 0.16446:10.1842 5.43:1
Reverse 0.034829:10.0465 21.5:1
Crownwheel and pinion 8/33
8/33
Bulb table
12 V 45/40 W type
"European Dip" Dip/Main beam headlamps
12 V 4 W - BA 9 S type T
8/4 Front sidelamps
12 V 5 W type R 19/5 Rear sidelamps and number plate
lighting
12 V 21 W type P 25/1 Front and rear direction
indicators - brake lamps
12 V 7 W type BA 15 S Interior lamp
12 V 2 W - BA 9 S type T
8/2 Speedometer lighting
Fig. 52
Exterior lighting and signals
1 - Dip/main beam headlmaps and front sidelamps 2 - Front direction indicators3 - Rear direction indicators 4 - Brake lamps
5 - Rear number plate lighting and tail 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