2008 Citroen C5 maintenance
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This function allows you to display the log of alerts.
Press on button A. The following messages appear consecutively on the instrument panel screen:Tyre pressure check.
Maintenance indicator reminder.Display of message alerts.
Oil level check.
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Maintenance indicator
I t i n f o r m s y o u when the next routine service is due i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t h e v e h i c l e s e r v i c i n g s c h e d u l e i n t h e M a i n - t e n a n c e G u i d e . T h i s i n f o r m a t i o n i s d e p e n d e n t o n t w o p a r a m e t e r s : t h e mileage covered , a n d t h e time elapsed since t h e l a s t v i s i t
Functioning if the distance to the next service is less than 3 0 0 0 k m ( a p p r o x . 1 9 0 0 m i l e s )
W h e n s w i t c h i n g o n t h e i g n i t i o n , a message is displayed on the instrument panel screen f o r a f e w s e c o n d s . I t i n d i c a t e s t o y o u t h e r e m a i n i n g d i s t a n c e b e f o r e t h e n e x t service.
Example: t h e r e r e m a i n u p t o t h e n e x t s e r v i c e : 1 9 0 0 m i l e s .
A f e w s e c o n d s a f t e r t h e i g n i t i o n i s s w i t c h e d o n , t h e m e s s a g e d i s a p - p e a r s .
Functioning if the distance to the next service is less than 1 0 0 0 k m ( a p p r o x . 6 0 0 m i l e s )
W h e n s w i t c h i n g o n t h e i g n i t i o n , a m e s s a g e i s d i s p l a y e d o n t h e i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l s c r e e n f o r a f e w s e c o n d s . I t i n d i c a t e s t o y o u t h e r e m a i n i n g d i s t a n c e b e f o r e t h e n e x t service.
Example: t h e r e r e m a i n u p t o t h e n e x t s e r v i c e : 5 0 0 m i l e s .
A f e w s e c o n d s a f t e r t h e i g n i t i o n i s s w i t c h e d o n , t h e m e s s a g e d i s a p - p e a r s , t h e n t h e m a i n t e n a n c e s y m - b o l ( s p a n n e r ) r e m a i n s l i t .
Operation if the service interval has been passed
W h e n s w i t c h i n g o n t h e i g n i t i o n , a m e s s a g e i s d i s p l a y e d o n t h e i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l s c r e e n f o r a f e w s e c o n d s . I t i n d i c a t e s t o y o u t h a t t h e s e r v i c e i n t e r v a l h a s b e e n e x c e e d e d .
The routine service on your vehicle n e e d s t o b e c a r r i e d o u t a s s o o n a s possible.
A f e w s e c o n d s a f t e r t h e i g n i t i o n i s s w i t c h e d o n , t h e m e s s a g e d i s a p - p e a r s , t h e n t h e m a i n t e n a n c e s y m - b o l ( s p a n n e r ) r e m a i n s l i t .
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You are advised to use the auto-matic air conditioning regulation. This automatically regulates the following functions for maximum c o m f o r t : a i r fl o w , p a s s e n g e r c o m -partment temperature, and air dis-tribution, using different sensors (external temperature, sunlight). This avoids the need to alter any of the settings, with the exception of the temperature displayed.
Take care not to obstruct the sun-light sensor A.
Provided you retain automatic mode (by pressing button “AUTO”) and all the air vents are open, you will maintain an optimum comfort level, also removing humidity and misting, whatever the ambient cli-matic conditions.
The temperature inside the cabin cannot be lower than the tempera-ture outside if the air conditioning is not operating.
To be effective, the air conditioning should only be used with the win-dows closed. If after a lengthy stop in bright sunlight the interior tem-perature is excessive, air the pas-senger compartment by opening the windows for a few moments, then close them again.
Air circulation
For your comfort we advise you to maintain a proper distribution of air within the cabin, both at the front and at the rear.
To obtain an even distribution of air, ensure that you do not obstruct the external air inlet grille located at the base of the windscreen, the a i r v e n t s , t h e a i r o u t l e t s o n t h e fl o o r underneath the front seats, and the air extractor located behind the fl a p s i n t h e b o o t .
T h e f r o n t a n d r e a r a i r v e n t s a r e fi t -ted with control knobs which allow you to control and direct the air fl o w . I t i s r e c o m m e n d e d t o k e e p a l l the air vents open.
D u s t / p o l l e n fi l t e r
T h e r e i s a fi l t e r f o r e x c l u d i n g p o l l e n and dust.
T h i s fi l t e r h a s t o b e c h a n g e d a c c o r d -ing to the vehicle maintenance sched-ule. See “Maintenance Guide”.
To ensure the correct operation of the air conditioning system, it is essential to operate the air condi-tioning at least once a month.
The air conditioning operates by using power from the engine. This results in a slight increase in fuel consumption.
In certain extreme operating con-ditions (e.g. carrying a full load up a steep gradient in high tempera-tures), the switching off of the air conditioning allows more power to be transferred to the engine, thereby increasing the towing capacity.
Air inlet
Check that the exterior grille for the air inlet, at the bottom of the wind-screen, is clean and free of dead leaves, snow, etc.
If washing the vehicle with a high pressure jet, avoid targeting the air inlet zone.
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Screen wash and h e a d l a m p w a s h fl u i d
Use CITROËN-approved products wherever possible.Engine coolant
T h e fl u i d l e v e l s h o u l d b e between the marks MIN. and MAX. on the header tank.
Engine hot, wait at least 15 minutes.
Never do anything relating to the cooling system of an engine that is hot.
These operations form part of the normal maintenance operations required to keep your vehicle in good working order.
Follow the requirements in the Maintenance Guide enclosed with this handbook.
Y o u w i l l fi n d i n t h i s M a i n t e n a n c e Guide the standards, references and characteristics of the products to be used dependant on the driv-ing conditions.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level on horizontal ground with the engine having been switched off for at least 15 minutes.
Pull out the manual dip-stick.
The level should be between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the gauge.
It must never exceed the maximum.
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B r a k e fl u i d
T h e l e v e l o f fl u i d s h o u l d b e between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the reser-voir.
If the warning lamp comes on while you are driving, stop immediately and contact a CITROËN dealerimmediately and immediately .
Power steering oil or power steering and suspension oil
For topping up, it is necessary to go to a CITROËN dealer.For topping up, it is necessary topping up, it
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.
Between routine servicing visits, check the level of engine oil frequently as well as before going on a long journey.