Visibility
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
Pull the windscreen wiper stalk towards you. The windscreen wash then the windscreen wipers operate for a fixed period. The headlamp washers only operate when the dipped beam headlamps are on .
Low screenwash/headlamp wash level
The low level of this fluid is indicated by gauge in the reser voir filler neck under the bonnet. Checking and topping up this fluid can only be done when stationary with the engine off.
On vehicles fitted with headlamp washers, the driver should check the level of this fluid regularly, par ticularly during winter.
Refer to "Checks - § Screenwash/headlamp
wash level" for the procedure on checking the level.
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any routine ser vicing. However, in the event of a problem, have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. For more information, see "Driving - Electric parking brake - § Operating faults".
Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification. In order to optimise the operation of units as impor tant as the braking system, CITROËN selects and offers very specific products. To avoid damaging the electrical units, the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictly prohibited . Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Manual parking brake
If a loss of effectiveness of this system is noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two ser vices. Checking this system must be done by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake pads
Brake wear depends on the style of driving, par ticularly in the case of vehicles used in town, over shor t distances. It may be necessary to have the condition of the brakes checked, even between vehicle ser vices. Unless there is a leak in the system, a drop in the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.
