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CHECKS
CHECKING THE LEVELS
There are two marks
on the dipstick:
A = maximum
I f y o u fi l l p a s t t h i s m a r k ,
contact a CITROËN
dealer.
B = minimum
Never allow the level
to fall below this mark.
Dipstick
Oil change
According to the information given in
the servicing booklet. Changing the brake fluid
T h e b r a k e fl u i d m u s t b e c h a n g e d a t
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
U s e fl u i d s r e c o m m e n d e d b y t h e
m a n u f a c t u r e r , w h i c h f u l fi l D O T 4
standards.
Windscreen wash level
For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we would advise that you
use products recommended by your
manufacturer.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Oil viscosity grade
In all cases, the oil selected must meet
the manufacturer's requirements. Cooling system
Used oil
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil
with the skin.
B r a k e fl u i d i s h a r m f u l t o h e a l t h a n d
very corrosive.
To maintain the reliability of
engines and emission control
systems, the use of additives
in engine oil is prohibited. Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a
turn to release the pressure
to prevent any risk of
scalding. When the pressure
has dropped, remove the cap and
top up the level. O n l y u s e t h e fl u i d r e c o m -
mended by the manufacturer.
Otherwise, you risk seriously
damaging your engine.
Do not dispose of used oil,
b r a k e fl u i d o r c o o l a n t i n t o
drains or into the ground.
Empty the used oil into the
containers provided for this
purpose in the CITROËN network
(France) or at an authorised waste
disposal site.
Oil level
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 l per 600 miles
(1 000 km).
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is
controlled by the engine fan. As this
fan can operate with the ignition key
removed and because the cooling
system is pressurised, wait for at
least one hour after the engine has
stopped before carrying out any
work.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Fuse N° Rating
Functions
1 50 A "SensoDrive" gearbox - Fan assembly (diesel)
2
10 A Headlamps
20 A Headlamps with daytime running lamps
3 30 A ABS/ESP control unit
4 30 A Ignition switch supply
5 10 A Hazard warning lamps - Instrument panel warning lamps - Direct ion indicators
6 10 A Headlamps
7 15 A Courtesy lamp - Speedometer - Audio equipment - Instrument pan el - Rev counter
8 15 A/25 A Petrol/diesel engine control unit
9 10 A Horn
10 30 A Fan assembly (petrol)
11 50 A ABS/ESP
12 50 A Power steering
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BATTERY
Do not push the vehicle to
start the engine if you have a
"SensoDrive" gearbox.
Before disconnecting the
battery, you must wait for
2 minutes after switching off
the ignition.
Never disconnect a terminal when
the engine is running.
N e v e r c h a r g e a b a t t e r y w i t h o u t fi r s t
disconnecting the terminals.
Close the windows and doors before
disconnecting the battery.
After every reconnection of the
battery, switch on the ignition and wait
1 minute before starting to allow the
electronic systems to be initialised.
I f s l i g h t d i f fi c u l t i e s a r e e x p e r i e n c e d
after this, please consult a CITROËN
dealer.
To start the vehicle from
another battery:
- Connect the red cable to the
positive (+) terminals of the two
batteries,
- Connect the green or black cable to the negative (-) terminals of the
two batteries,
-
Operate the starter, let the engine run,
- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then disconnect the cables.
It is advisable to disconnect
the battery if the vehicle is
not to be used for a period of
more than one month.
The batteries contain harmful
substances such as sulphuric
acid and lead. They must
be discarded in accordance
with the provisions of the law and
must not, in any circumstances, be
discarded with household waste.
Return used batteries to a special
collection point.
To charge the battery using a
battery charger:
- Disconnect the battery,
- Follow the instructions for use
given by the battery charger
manufacturer,
- Reconnect starting with the negative (-) terminal,
- Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are
covered with sulphate (white or
greenish deposit), disconnect
them and clean them.
A. Failed battery
B. Slave battery
