2011.5 Citroen DS4 RHD oil dipstick

This information is displayed for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, at the same
time as the service information.
Engine oil level indicator
The vehicle must be on level groundand the engine must have been off for more than 30 minutes for this levelcheck to be accurate.

Oil level correct

Oil level incorrect

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL"
or the display of a specific message in
the instrument panel, coupled with the ser vice
warning lamp and accompanied by an audible
signal.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a checkusing the dipstick, the level must be topped up
to avoid damage to the engine.


Oil level indicator error

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL--"
or the display of a specific message in the
instrument panel. Contact a CITROËN or aqualified workshop.
Th
ere are 2 marks on the
dipstick:


-
A= max; never exceed
this level (risk of damage to
the engine), -B= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using the correct grade of oil for your engine.
Dipstick

Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.

233Checks














Petrol engines

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing cer tain components.
1. Power steering reservoir.2.Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.3.Coolant reservoir.4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
5. Battery/Fuses.
6.Fusebox.
7. Air filter.8.Engine oil dipstick.9.
Engine oil filler cap.

Diesel engines
The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.
1.
Power steering reservoir.2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.3.
Coolant reser voir. 4.
Brake fluid reservoir.5.
Battery/Fuses.
6.Fusebox.7. Air filter.8.Engine oil dipstick. 9.
Engine oil filler cap.10.Priming pump *
. 11.
Bleed screw *
.
*
Accordin
g to engine.

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Checks

























Checking levels
Check all of these levels regularly and top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Oil level
Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for the inter val
for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliabilit
y of the engine and emission control system, the use of additives in the engine oil is prohibited.
Oil specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your engineand conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.



Brake fluid level


Changing the fl uid

Refer to the servicing booklet for the inter valfor this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet
the DOT4 s t a n d a r d . Th
e brake fluid level should be closeto the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
The readin
g will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more than 30 minutes.
The check is carried out either when theignition is switched on using the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel, or usingthe dipstick.
When working under the bonnet, take care, as cer tain areas of the engine may be extremely hot (risk of burns).
It is normal to top up the oil level
between two services. CITROËN recommends that you check the oillevel, and top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

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Alphabetical index
Dipstick....................................................54,235Directional lighting................................131, 132Direction indicators.......127,172,257,258,261Doors.............................................................113Doors, rear....................................................r169Doors emergency control .............................114
Door trays...................................................... 144
Dynamic emergency braking................192, 196
EBA(Emergency braking assistance)........ 176,177Eco-driving.....................................................34Eco-driving (advice)........................................34Economical driving .........................................34Economy mode.............................................272Electric window controls ...............................116Electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)............................176Electronic engine immobiliser...............r104, 107Electronic stability control (ESC).................. 177Emergency boot release...............................115Emergency braking system..........................177Emergency call.....................................173, 294Emergency warning lamps...................172, 173eMyWay .................................................68,295Energy economy mode .................................272Engine, Diesel ......................120, 232, 234, 286Engine, petrol ................................ 119,233, 284
Engine compartment............................233,234Engine compartment fusebox.......................263Engine oil level indicator...................r54,57, 235Environment............................................34,107Equipment settings ............................40,64, 68ESC/ASR .......................................................177ESP ............................................................... 177
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G.P.S.............................................................304Gearbox, automatic.............................. 207,239Gearbox, electronic.......................203,212,239Gearbox, manual..................201,202,212,239Gear efficiency indicator...............................r202Gear lever........................................................34Gear lever, automatic gearbox.....................207Gear lever, electronic gearbox system.........203Gear lever, manual gearbox.........................201Glove box......................................................145Guidance ..............................................302, 309Guide-me-home............................................128
Filling with fuel ....................................... 118-120Fitting a wheel ............................................... 252Fitting roof bars.............................................274Fittings, boot.................................................154Flashing indicators................127, 172, 258,259Foglamps, rear..............................r126,261, 263Front foglamps ......................126, 132,257,260Front seats................................................88,89Fuel..................................................34,119, 120Fuel consumption............................................34Fuel filler flap.........................................118, 120Fuel gauge....................................................118Fuel tank................................................118, 120Fusebox, dashboard.....................................263Fuses.............................................................263
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Halogen headlamps......................................257Hands-free kit........................................318,361Hazard warning lamps ..........................172, 173Headlamp adjustment ...................................130Headlamps, directional.................130, 131,257Headlamp wash............................................135Head restraints, front ......................................90Head restraints, rear.......................................r92Heated seats...................................................90Heating......................................................34, 80Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel ..............................................93
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