1975 CITROEN 2CV change wheel

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
Maintenance
Mechanical and Electrical
Periodic Maintenance Operations
These are indicated in the "Maintenance Guide", which
accompanied the car when first delivered. We would recommend
you to adhere to the frequencies indicated and would remind you
that we recommend "TOTAL" lubricants.
All mixtures and experiments are forbidden, and, in particular, the
use of oil additives of any kind, as these may lead to serious trouble.
Never grease or lubricate the rubber mounted link situated under the
bonnet, above the gear change lever. Never grease or lubricate the
gear change lever.
TYRES: "MICHELIN" (Do not use tyres other than those we
recommend.)
Series fitted: 125-15 X
Authorized series: 135-15 X, 125-15 X (M+S), 135-15 X (M+S),
135-15 ZX
Pressures: 20 psi (1,4 bar) at front, 26 psi (1,8 bar) at rear, 29 psi
(2 bars) on spare wheel.
These pressures apply to laden or empty vehicles, on an ordinary
road or on a motorway, whatever the speed. On authorized series
135-15 ZX, the pressures should be modified in certain cases: on

pebble road surfaces, 23 psi (1,6 bar) in front; in sandy area, 15 psi
(1 bar) at front and rear.
Do not forget to correct the pressure of the spare wheel as soon as
possible after fitting.
Tyre pressures must be checked at least once a month and before
any long journeys since safety depends on correct pressures; these
also have appreciable influence on the life of the tyres. The check
should be carried out when the tyres are cold, before they have been
heated by running: the pressure may in fact be increased by up to 7
psi (0,5 bar) on a loaded vehicle running at high speed.
Keep a check on wheel balancing, especially after a puncture.
Changing the wheels around, which evens out the wear on the five
tyres, should be frequent enough to prevent any appreciable
difference of wear between the two tyres on one axle.
Follow the plan opposite which shows the use of the spare wheel.
Then rest the pressures.Changing a wheel is described here.Fig. 33
Tyre change-around
Tire Wear Indicators
These are located at regular intervals across the tread and show up
according to localised wear of the engraving when the rubber
reaches a certain degree of wear (see Fig. 34). The tyre concerned
should then be replaced as soon as possible.
Snow Tyres
125-15 X (M+S) and 135-15 X (M+S) tyres can be fitted with
studs. In which case, it is necessary to increase the pressures by 3
psi (0,2 bar). In some countries there are legal requirements on the
use of studded tyres; local Citroën dealers will supply you with
information on this point.
Battery Maintenance
Check the terminals and the leads for cleanliness. If they are
Fig. 34
Tyre wear indicators 1 - Position of indicators

MINOR REPAIRS
Replacing a Wheel
TOOL KIT
The spare wheel and jack, the starting handle, and the wooden block
are positioned in the boot (trunk).
REMOVAL (Fig. 37 and 38)
Engage fully the handbrake
Position the wooden block under the wheel directly diagonally
opposite the one which is to be changed. If the road is on a slope,
wedge the wheel on the downward side.
Unlock but do not slacken the three wheel nuts with the wheel brace.
Place the base of the jack well under the car and turned slightly
towards the wheel to be changed, so as to avoid contact with the
bodywork in the final stage of jacking.
Engage lifting arm (1) fully into socket (2) (these sockets are
situated under the front and rear doors).
Turn the operating screw (3) clockwiase by hand until the jack is in
firm contact.
Fig. 37 Fig. 38
37 - Replacing a front wheel 1 - Lifting arm2 - Support3 - Screw
38 - Replacing a rear wheel

At a speed of over about 1,000 rpm, the clutch behaves in the
same way as a conventional clutch. The clutch pedal must be
used to change gear.
When running downhill, slowing down abruptly may cause
the clutch to disengage. Re-engage the clutch immediately
with a light touch on the accelerator before the car gathers
speed in free-wheeling.
Fig. 15
Handbrake (3
pos.)
1 - Handle
2 - Safety button
3 - Locking lug
4 - Lock notch
5 - Release notch




Fig. 16
Handbrake
(locked)
EMERGENCY AND PARKING BRAKE (Handbrake Fig.
15 and 16)
To apply the handbrake, pull the handle (1).
To release it, pull the handle lightly, press the button (2) and
push the handle fully forward, keeping the button pressed.
LOCKING DEVICE (Fig. 15 and 16)
To lock the handbrake on, pull the button (2) and turn it one
quarter of a turn to the left or right until the lug (3) engages in
the lock notch provided (4).
To release it, pull the button (2) and turn it until the lug (3) fal\
ls
into the release notch (5).
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