1975 CITROEN 2CV length

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

WEIGHTSSaloon (Sedan)
"Commercial" version
lbs kg lbs kg
Unladen weight,
running order
-at front
-at rear 1234
560 1267 575
723 328 753 343
509 232 509 232
Max. authorized laden
weight
-at front
-at rear 1973
895 1973 895
992 450 992 450
1102 500 1102 500
Max. towing weight
-without overrun brake
-with continuous brake 595
270 595 270
881 400 881 400
DIMENSIONS
Overall length: 12 ft 6 ins (3,83 m)
Overall width: 4 ft 10 ins (1,48 m)
Turning circle: 35 ft 1 in (10.70 m) approx.
Fig. 51
Overall dimensions (in mm).

REAR BENCH SEAT (Fig. 10)
To remove the seat: Release the rear peg (1) by turning the lever
towards the centre line of the vehicle. Tilt the seat forward to
disengage its lower securing pegs from the floor.
Make sure the securing pegs are re-positioned when replacing the
seat.
Fig. 10
Removal of rear bench seat 1 - Release lever
REAR-VIEW MIRROR
These vehicles are equipped with an interior rear-view mirror and
an exterior one on the driver's side. On "Commercial" versions
(French market vehicles) an additional exterior rear-view mirror
has been fitted on the passenger's side of the car.
SEAT BELTS (Fig. 11) (French market)
To fasten: Engage the end of the levered buckle into the flexible
buckle of the same colour.
To unfasten: Release the lever (1).
Adjustment: The belt buckle must be level with the hip, at the
side, and the strap should cross the chest. Alter the length of the
short part (towards the centre of the vehicle), by sliding the strap
into the adjustment buckle, the belt should be adjusted so that it is
not too tight on the body.
These belts are not designed for children under siz years of age, and
any one belt must be used by one person only.
The belts must not be twisted whilst in use, nor must they be
rubbed against edges, since this may result in wear or breakage.
When a seat belt is not in use, hook the lever end, inserting it into
the buckle situated under the upper anchorage point - to release it,
move the opening lever.
If the belts have undergone any strain due to impact, replace them
and have the anchorages checked.
For markets outside France, consult your Citroën dealer who will
Fig. 11
Seat belt
1 - unfastening
2 - Adjusting buckle

advise you on the legal requirements and fittings.
DRIVING POSITION
Adjust the fore-and-aft position of the bench-seat or of the front
driver's seat to suit the controls.
Adjust the rear-view mirrors to suit the driving position adopted.
Then fasten the seat belt and adjust its length as necessary.
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