2012.5 Citroen DS5 RHD bonnet

system must be primed if you run out of fuel; refer to the corresponding engine compar tment
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)


If the tank on your vehicle is fitted witha misfuel prevention device, refer to the "Misfuel prevention (Diesel)" section.
)
Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of diesel. )
Open the bonnet.)
If necessary, unclip the styling cover for
access to the priming pump.
) Squeeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until resistance is felt (there may
be resistance at the first press). ) Operate the star ter until the engine starts(if the engine does not star t at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again). ) If the engine does not star t after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the en
gine. ) Clip the styling cover back in place.
)
Close the bonnet.



1.6 litre HDi engine
)Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel.)Open the bonnet. )If necessary, unclip the style cover for access to the priming pump. )Slacken the bleed screw.)Squeeze and release the priming pump repeatedly until fuel appears in the
transparent pipe.
)Tighten the bleed screw. )Operate the star ter until the engine star ts (if the engine fails to star t at the first attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).)If the engine fails to star t after a fewattempts, operate the priming pump again,
th
en the starter. )Put the style cover back in position andclip it in place, ensuring that it has clippedcorrectly.)Close the bonnet.
2 litre HDi engine

If the engine does not star t first time, don't keep trying. Start the procedure
again from the beginning.

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Checking levels


Take care when working under thebonnet, as certain areas of the enginemay be extremely hot (risk of burns).
Oil level

The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the oil level indicator on the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.

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.
After topping up the oil, the check whenswitching on the ignition with the oillevel indicator in the instrument panelis not valid during the 30 minutes after topping up.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITRO
ËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the ser vicing booklet and the requirements of the warranty. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
This manual check will onl
y be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the engine has
been off for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two ser vices
(or oil changes). CITROËNrecommends that you check the level, and top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).

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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.

Screenwash / headlamp
wash level
To check the level or top up the fluid on vehicle fitted with headlamp washers, immobilise the
vehicle and switch of the engine. )Before opening the bonnet, ensure that the engine has completely stopped. )Open the screenwash reser voir filler cap.
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.








Used products

Topping up

This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.

Diesel additive level
(Diesel engine with particle
emission filter)

A low additive level is
indicated by illumination of
the ser vice warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible warning and a
message in the instrument panel screen.
) Take and pinch the level gauge to block its breather.)
Remove the gauge completely from
the reservoir to read the level in thetransparent section.) To p u p if necessary.)
Refit the filler cap to the reser voir andclose the bonnet.

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Identifi cation markings
Various visible markings for the identification of your vehicle.
A.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) under the bonnet. This number is engraved on the bodyworknear the damper support.


The tyre pressures must be checked when the tyres are cold, at least oncea month. The rear quar ter light cannot be etchedas it is made of polycarbonate material.


If the tyre pressures are too low, thisincreases fuel consumption.
B.Vehicle identification Number (VIN) on
the windscreen lower cross member. This number is indicated on a self-adhesive
label which is visible through the windscreen.
C.Manufacturer's label.The VIN is indicated on a self-destroyinglabel affixed to the door aper ture, on the
passenger's side.
D.Tyre/paint label.This label is affixed to the centre pillar, on
the driver's side. It bears the followin
g information:


- the tyre inflation pressures with and without
load,

- the tyre sizes,

- the brands of tyre recommended by themanufacturer,

- the inflation pressure of the spare wheel,

- the paint colour code.

Instruments and
controls Courtesy lamps 153 Seat belt / passenger's front airbag warning lamps display 177, 18 0 Rear view mirror 83 Cockpit glass roof 66 - 67 Head-up display controls 126-127 Emergency or assistance call 171, 249
Door mirrors 82

Heating, ventilation 90-91 Digital air conditioning 92-95 Demisting / defrosting 96
USB Player / Auxiliary socket 86, 288-292, 313-317

Dashboard fuses 207-208

6 -speed manual gearbox 112 Gear efficiency indicator 113 Automatic ge a r b o x 114 -117 Electronic gearbox system 118-121 Hill start assist 111
eMyWay 251-304 Setting the date/time 47


Audio system / Bluetooth 305 -333 Setting the date/time 46
Opening the bonnet 225
Rear electric windows 64-65 12 V accessory socket 84, 85
Electric windows, deactivating 64-65

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Visual search
Maintenance - Technical data
Dimensions 244 Identification markings 245
Checking levels 229 -231 - oil - brake fluid - power steering fluid - coolant- screenwash/headlamp wash fluid Checking components 232-234- air filter - passenger compartment filter - oil filter - electric parking brake- brake pads / discs

Changing bulbs 199 -206- front- rear


12V bat tery 210 -212 Load reduction, economy mode 213 Engine compar tment fuses 207, 209
Opening the bonnet 225

Petrol weights 239 -240
Diesel weights 242-243
Running out of fuel, Diesel 228


Under the bonnet, petrol 226
Under the bonnet, Diesel 227
Petrol engines 238
Diesel engines 241