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Programming
Operating faults
If there is an operating fault, when
reverse gear is engaged this
warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible signal (shor t beep)
and a message in the multifunction screen. You can activate or deactivate the system by
means of the multifunction screen configuration
menu. The system state is memorised when
switching off the ignition.
For more information on access to the parking
sensors menu, refer to "Configuration/ Vehicle
parameters" in the "Multifunction screens"
section corresponding to your screen.
The system will be deactivated
automatically when towing a trailer or
when a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN). In bad or wintry weather, ensure that
the sensors are not covered with mud,
frost or snow.
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183Checks
Checking levels
Check all of these levels regularly and top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Oil level
Engine oil change
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty Guide
for details of the inter val for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, the use of
additives in the engine oil is prohibited.
Oil grade
The oil must be suitable for your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty Guide
for details of the inter val for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT4 standard.
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear. The reading 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 the ignition
is switched on using the oil level indicator in the
instrument panel, or using the dipstick.
It is normal to top up the engine
oil between ser vices. CITROËN
recommends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).
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207Practical information
1.
Brake lamps/sidelamps (P21/5W).
2.
Sidelamps (P5W).
3.
Direction indicators (PY21W amber)
4.
Foglamp,
offside
(PR21W red)
Reversing lamp,
nearside
(P21W).
Rear lamps
Amber or red bulbs, such as those
for the direction indicators and rear
foglamp, must be replaced by bulbs of
the same rating and colour.
Changing bulbs
)
Open the boot.
)
Remove the access flap from the
corresponding side trim panel.
)
Unscrew the butter fly nut securing the
lamp unit.
)
Unclip the lamp unit connector.
)
Extract the lamp unit carefully pulling in its
middle towards the outside.
)
Spread the four tabs and remove the bulb
holder.
)
Turn the bulb a quar ter of a turn and
change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
order.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
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Changing a fuse
Installing electrical
accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
CITROËN will not accept responsibility
for the cost incurred in repairing your
vehicle or for rectifying malfunctions
resulting from the installation of
accessories not supplied and not
recommended by CITROËN and
not installed in accordance with its
instructions, in par ticular when the
combined consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected
exceeds 10 milliamperes.
The extraction pliers and the spare fuse
storage locations are fitted to the back of the
dashboard fuse box cover.
For access to them:
)
unclip the cover by pulling on the side,
)
remove the cover completely,
)
remove the pliers.
Access to the tools
Before changing a fuse,
the cause of the failure must be identified
and rectified.
)
Identify the faulty fuse by checking the
condition of its filament.
Changing a fuse
Good
Failed
)
Use the special tweezer to extract the fuse
from its housing.
)
Always replace the faulty fuse with a fuse
of the same rating.
)
Check that the number marked on the
box, the rating marked on the fuse and the
tables below all agree.
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