2011.5 Citroen DS4 RHD ECU

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Checks
Additive level (Diesel with
particle emissions filter
)
To p p i ng up
The reser voir must be topped up without delay
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful tohealth or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop (France) or to anauthorised waste disposal site.
)Open the bonnet and secure it withthe stay. )Open the screenwash reservoir filler cap. )Take and pinch the level gauge to block its breather. )Remove the gauge completely from
the reservoir to read the level in the
transparent section. )Top up if necessary. )Refit the filler cap to the reser voir and close the bonnet.

Specifi cation of the fl uid

To ensure optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, the fluid should never be topped up or
replaced by plain water. Accordin
g to your version of instrument panel,
the additive reser voir low level is indicated by:
-fixed illumination of the particle emissions filter warning lamp, accompanied by an audible signal anda message that the particle emissionsfilter additive level is too low,
or

- fix
ed illumination of the servicewarning lamp, accompanied by
an au
dible signal and a message
that the par ticle emissions filter additive level is too low.

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Changing a wheel
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.

The tools are installed in the boot under the floor.
To gain access to them: )open the boot, )raise the floor,)secure it by hooking its cord on the hook
on the rear shelf suppor t,
)with a standard size spare wheel, unclip and remove the box in the middle of the
wheel containing the tools,

or )with a "space-saver" spare wheel; lift the
wheel at the rear towards you for access
to the storage box containing the tools.

Access to the tools
List of tools

All of these tools are specific to your vehicle. Do not use them for other purposes.

Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel, detach thetrim first using the wheelbrace 1pulling at the valve passage hole.When refitting the wheel
, refit the trim starting by placing its notch facing the valve and press around its edge withthe palm of your hand.
3."Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors (covers)on alloy wheels.4.Socket for the security bolts (located in theglove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special"security" bolts. 1
.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and the wheel
fixing bolts.
2. Jack with integral handle.For raising the vehicle.

Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level, stable and non-slippery ground. Apply the parking brake unless it hasbeen programmed to automatic mode, switch off the ignition and engage first gear * to lock the wheels.Check that the braking warning lamps in the instrument panel are on(not flashing). The occupants must get out of thevehicle and wait where they are safe.If necessary, place a chock under the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel tobe changed. Never go underneath a vehicle raisedusing a jack; use an axle stand.


List of operations
)
Remove the chromed bolt cover from each
of the bolts using the tool 3 (according toequipment).)
Fit the security socket 4
on thewheelbrace 1to slacken the security bolt. )
Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1only.

*
position
Rfor the electronic gearbox system;
P
for an automatic gearbox.

Fitting a steel or "space-saver" spare wheel

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, when tightening the bolts onfitting it is normal to notice that thewashers do not come into contact with the steel or "space-saver" spare wheel.The wheel is secured by the conical contact of each bolt.


List of operations
)Put the wheel in place on the hub. )Screw in the bolts by hand to the stop.
)Pre-tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1fitted with the security socket 4.)Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1only.
After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in the boot correctly, first remove the centralcover. When using the "space-saver" typespare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph(80 km/h). Have the tightening of the bolts and thepressure of the spare wheel checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without delay. Have the punctured wheel repaired andreplace it on the vehicle as soon aspossible.

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)Lower the vehicle fully.)Fold the jack 2 and detach it. )
Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the securitysocket 4.)
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.)
Refit the chromed bolt covers on each of
the bolts (according to equipment). ) Store the tools in the box.

Fusebox 1
Fuse N°RatingFunctions
F8
3 A Alarm siren, alarm ECU.
F13 10 A
Cigarette lighter.
F1410 A
12 V socket in boot.
F1
63 A Lighting for the large multifunctional storage unit, rear map
reading lamps, glove box illumination.
F17
3 A Sun visor illumination, front map reading lamps.
F2
815 A Audio system, radio (after-market).
F3
020 A Rear wiper.
F32 10 A
Hi-Fi amplifier.
Fusebox
2
Fuse N°RatingFunctions
F3
615 A
Rear 12 V socket.
F37
- Not used.
F38
- Not used.
F3
9- Not used.
F4
0- Not used.
Fuse tables

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12 V battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or for charging your flat battery.
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
) Release the bonnet using the interior lever,
then the exterior safety catch, ) raise the bonnet and secure it with its stay, )
lift the plastic cover for access to the (+)
terminal.
Access to the battery

After refitting the battery, the Stop & Star tsystem will only be active after a continuous period of immobilisation of the vehicle, a period which depends on the climatic conditions and the state of charge of the battery (up to about 8 hours).
The presence of this label, in particular with the Stop & Star t system, indicatesthe use of a 12 V lead-acid battery withspecial technology and specification;
the involvement of a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop is essential when replacing or disconnectingthe battery.

Check that the battery posts and terminals are clean. If they are coveredwith sulphate (white or green deposit), disconnect them and clean them.


Batteries contain harmful substancessuch as sulphuric acid and lead. Theymust be disposed of in accordancewith regulations and must not, in any circumstances, be discarded with household waste. Ta k e used cell batteries and vehiclebatteries to an authorised collection point.



Before doing any work
Immobilise the vehicle: apply theparking brake, put the gearbox inneutral *
, then switch off the ignition. Check that all electrical equipment is switched off.


*

or position Pfor an automatic gearbox.

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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.

The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To
gain access to it: )open the boot, )raise the floor,)secure it by hooking its cord on the hook on
the rear parcel shelf suppor t,
)remove the towing eye from the holder.

Access to the tools
General
recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towedvehicle.The driver must stay at the wheel of thetowed vehicle. Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering.

In the following cases, you must always callon a professional recovery service:


- vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or releasethe parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...