2012.5 Citroen DS5 RHD 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.
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.
There are
2 marks on the dipstick:


- A= max; never exceed this
level,

-
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.THP 155 6- SPEED AUTOTHP 200 6- SPEED MANUAL

227Checks
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.

*

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 * .
e- HDi 110 6- SPEED ELECTRONIC
HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED MANUAL / HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED AUTO

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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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Alphabetical index
Diesel............................................................33Diesel additive level....................................231Diesel engine pre-heat warning lamp ...........33Dimensions.................................................244Dipped beam .........................32,138, 199, 200Dipstick..................................................43, 229Directional lighting.............................. 147, 148Direction indicators.............170, 199,202,204Doors emergency control.............................59Driving economically ....................................25Driving positions (memorising).....................76Dynamic emergency braking......................106Dynamic stability control(DSC)....................................35,38, 173, 175
EBA (Emergency braking assistance)........173EBFD...........................................................173Eco-driving...................................................25Economy mode...........................................213Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) ....173Electronic engine immobiliser...............r58, 101Emergency boot release ...............................61Emergency call...................................171, 249Emergency starting..................................... 211Emergency warning lamps.........................170eMyWay................................................45,251Energy economy mode...............................213Engine, Diesel.......................70,227,228,241Engine, petrol ................................70,226, 238Engine compartment ...........................226,227Engine compar tment fusebox.....................207
Engine oil level indicator.......................r43,229Engines...............................................238, 241Environment.........25,57, 91, 96, 117, 212, 231
Filling with fuel........................................68-70Fitting a wheel.............................................197Fitting roof bars...........................................218Fittings, boot.................................................88Flashing indicators ..............................144, 170Foglamps, front ..........140, 148,199, 204, 205Foglamps, rear............................................r140Folding/unfolding the door mirrors................82Front seats...............................................74-76Fuel..........................................................25, 70Fuel consumption..........................................25Fuel filler cap.................................................68Fuel filler flap.................................................68Fuel gauge ....................................................19Fuel tank..................................................68,69Fusebox, dashboard ...................................208Fuses ...........................................................207
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Gearbox, electronic.............118,122,212,234Gearbox, manual ................112,113,122,234Gear efficiency indicator.............................r113Gear lever......................................................25Gear lever, automatic gearbox...................114Gear lever, electronic gearbox system.......118Gear lever, manual gearbox.......................112Guidance .....................................................257Guide-me-home..................................142, 144
G.P.S. ..........................................................257Gearbox, automatic ....................114, 212, 234
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Halogen headlamps............................199, 201Hands-free kit......................................274, 319Hazard warning lamps..........................89,170Head-up display..........................126,129, 131Headlamp adjustment .................................146Headlamps, directional.......................147, 199Headlamp wash..................................150, 231Head restraints, front ..............................74, 77Head restraints, rear.....................................r81Heated seats.................................................78Heating..........................................................90Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel............................................83Hill start assist.............................................111
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Identification plates .....................................245Ignition ...................................................55, 101
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