2011 Citroen DS5 oil dipstick

Monitoring
Engine oil level indicator
Oil level incorrect
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel screen.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to avoid damage to the engine.

Oil level indicator fault

This is indicated by a message in the
instrument panel screen. Contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.


Dipstick

Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.
There are
2 marks on the dipstick:
System which informs the driver whether theengine oil level is correct or not.
This information is indicated for a few secondswhen the ignition is switched on, after theservice information.

The level read will only be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more than30 minutes.


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A= max; never exceed this
level,

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B= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using the grade of oil suited to your engine.
Oil level correct
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel screen.

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing cer tain components.














Petrol engines
1.
Power steering reservoir.2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.3.
Coolant reservoir. 4.
Brake fluid reservoir.5.
Battery/Fuses.
6.Fusebox.
7. Air filter.8.Engine oil dipstick. 9.
Engine oil filler cap.THP1556-SPEED AUTOTHP 200 6- SPEED MANUAL

221Checks
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.

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According to engine.















Diesel engines
1.
Power steering reservoir.2.Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.3.Coolant reservoir.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 * .
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HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED MANUAL/HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED AUTO

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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.


When working under the bonnet, take care, as cer tain areas of the engine may be extremely hot (risk of burns).
Oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator on the instrument panel, or using the dipstick.
This manual check will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the engine has
been off for more than 30 minutes.
After topping up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel will only be
valid 30 minutes after topping up.

Engine oil change

Refer to the ser vicing booklet for details of the
interval 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 be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
It is normal to top up the oil level between services. CITROËN recommends that you check the oil level and top up if necessary every 3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

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Alphabetical index
Deadlocking............................................51,52Defrosting......................................................90Demisting......................................................90Diesel additive level....................................225Dimensions.................................................238Dipped beam .........................30, 132,193, 194Dipstick.................................................. 41, 223Directional lighting..............................141,142Direction indicators.............164,193, 196,198Driving economically ....................................24Driving positions (storing) .......................................................70Dynamic emergency
braking ......................................................100Dynamic stability control(DSC)............................................33,36, 167
Eco-driving...................................................24Economy mode ...........................................207Electronic engine immobiliser............................................54, 95Electronic stability control (ESC) ........................................................ 167Emergency boot release...............................56Emergency call...................................165,243Emergency warning lamps.........................164eMyWay................................................43,245Energy economy mode ...............................207Engine, Diesel ......................65, 221, 222, 235
Engine, petrol...............................65,220, 232Engine compartment...........................220,221Engine compartment fusebox .....................................................203Engine oil level indicator.......................r41,223Engines ...............................................232,235Environment............................................24, 53ESC/ASR.............................................167, 169
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G.P.S...........................................................251Gearbox, automatic............................108,228Gearbox, electronic.....................112, 116,228Gearbox, manual ........................106,107,228Gear shift indicator......................................107Gear lever,automatic gearbox ....................................108Gear lever,electronic gearbox system.......................112Gear lever, manual gearbox.......................106Guidance.....................................................251Guide-me-home..................................136, 138
Halogen headlamps............................193, 195Hands-free kit......................................268,313Hazard warning lamps..........................83, 164Head-up display..........................120, 123, 125Headlamp adjustment .................................140Headlamps, directional.......................141, 193Headlamp wash..........................................144Headlamp wash reser voir...........................r225Head restraints, front..............................68,71Head restraints, rear.....................................r75Heated seats.................................................72Heating..........................................................84Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel ............................................77Hill start assist.............................................105
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Filling with fuel........................................63-65Fitting a wheel.............................................191Fitting roof bars...........................................212Fittings, boot.................................................82Flashing indicators ..............................138,164Foglamps, front ...................134, 142,193, 197Foglamps, rear...........................r134 , 198, 199Folding/unfoldingthe door mirrors..........................................76Front seats..............................................68-70Fuel..........................................................24,65Fuel consumption..........................................24Fuel filler cap .................................................63Fuel filler flap.................................................63Fuel gauge ....................................................19Fuel tank..................................................63, 64Fusebox, dashboard ...................................202Fuses...........................................................201
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