1975 CITROEN 2CV headlamp

With the exception of the warning lamps for engine oil pressure (2) an\
d hazard warning device (6),
the illumination of the following dashboard instruments is controlled by\
the exterior lighting switch.
These instruments do not function when the ignition is off, with the exc\
eption of the hazard warning
device (6).
1 - Speedometer: The red marks indicate maximum speed permitted in each gear.
2 - Engine oil pressure warning lamp (2 CV6 only): This lights up when the ignition is switched on
and goes out as soon as the engine is running. If it lights up when driv\
ing, stop the engine
immediately and top up the level of oil if necessary. If the lamp remain\
s alight despite the oil level
being correct, stop again and contact a Citroën dealer.
3 - Fuel gauge: Tank capacity: 4 1/2 Imp. Gal. (20 litres)
4 - Total mileage indicator
5 - Charge indicator: At normal engine running speed, the needle should remain in the white se\
ctor.
If the needle should remain in either of the red sectors, consult a Citr\
oën dealer. It is possible that,
when driving with the headlamps on, the needle may stay in the white cro\
ss-hatched zone - indication
that the battery is insufficiently charged. In normal circumstances, whe\
n driving, the generator should
charge the battery and within two hours the needle should return to the \
white zone. If this does not
occur, consult a Citroën dealer.
6 - Hazard warning lamp: Flashes throughout the operation. If it does not function, check the
direction indicators.
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1 - Control for direction indicators
2 - Left ventilation aperature
3 - Demister-defroster outlet for windscreen
4 - Switch for hazard warning lamps
5 - Switch for electric windscreen wipers
6 - Control for lighting and horn
7 - Control for ventilation shutter
8 - Control for heating
9 - Ashtray
10 - Right ventilation aperature
11 - Control for headlamp height adjustment
12 - Combined anti-theft-ignition-starter switch
13 - Control for windscreen washer
14 - Emergency and parking brake
15 - Choke control
16 - Control for air distribution between windscreen and floor
17 - Gear-change lever
18 - Glove compartment
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1 - Control for direction indicators
2 - Left ventilation aperature
3 - Demister-defroster outlet for windscreen
4 - Switch for hazard warning lamps
5 - Switch for electric windscreen wipers
6 - Control for lighting and horn
7 - Control for ventilation shutter
8 - Control for heating
9 - Ashtray
10 - Right ventilation aperature
11 - Control for headlamp height adjustment
12 - Combined anti-theft-ignition-starter switch
13 - Control for windscreen washer
14 - Emergency and parking brake
15 - Choke control
16 - Control for air distribution between windscreen and floor
17 - Gear-change lever
18 - Glove compartment
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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
Headlamp Adjustment
To avoid dazzling oncoming drivers the headlamps should have a
range of between 30 to 50 metres (33 to 55 yards).
Adjustment from inside the car (Fig. 39):
To lower the beams: turn the knob (1) anti-clockwise.
To raise the beams: turn clockwise.
Adjustment from outside the car:
The range and direction of each headlamp can be modified by
operating the hexaganol nut which secures the headlamp to its ball
joint support.
As these adjustments from outside the car can only be carried out
in a workshop containing the necessary checking equipment, have
them done, or checked, by a specialist in these matters.
Fig. 39
Headlamp adjustments
from inside the car (LHD)
1 - Adjusting knob
Fig. 39a
Headlamp adjustments
from inside the car (RHD)

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).

Candele:AC 42 F - Bosch W 255 T1 - Champion L
85 - Eyquem 755 - Marchal 35 - Marelli
CW 7 N BT
Distanza degli elettrodi = 0,65-0,75 mm
Lampade:
Ved. tabella.
Bujias: AC 42 F - Bosch W 255 T1 - Champion
L 85 - Eyquem 755 - Marchal 35 -
Marelli CW 7 N BT
Apertura de los eléctrodos = 0,65-0,75
mm
Làmparas:
Ver tablero.
Do not forget to ask your insurance company for an International Green C\
ard. This will avoid extra expenses
when entering countries where insurance is compulsory and can avoid seri\
ous complications in the event of an accident in another country.
However, it is only valid in those countries which are covered by the In\
surance policy (look for the geographical limits in the "General Conditions" section of your policy)\
.
In certain countries, a large sum may be required as a deposit in case o\
f an accident causing personal bodily injury. There are insurance policies which cover this risk.
If you are going to a country where the opposite rule of the road applie\
s, first consult your Citroën dealer about dipped headlamps.
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