2012 Citroen BERLINGO RHD oil dipstick

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Instruments and controls

Trip recorder
zero reset button
After this operation, if you wish to
disconnect the battery, lock the
vehicle and wait for at least fi ve
minutes, otherwise the zero re-set will
not be registered.


Zero re-set

Your CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop carries out this operation
after each service.
However, if you carry out the service
yourself, the re-set procedure is as
follows:


- switch off the ignition,

- press and hold the trip recorder
reset button,

- switch on the ignition.
The display begins a countdown.
When the display shows "=0"
, release
the button; the spanner disappears.

Engine oil level indicator

When the ignition is switched on, the
engine oil level is indicated for a few
seconds, after the service information.
Oil level correct

Low oil level
Flashing of "OIL"
,
linked with the
service warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the
screen, indicates a low oil level which
could damage the engine.
If the low oil level is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up.

Oil level gauge fault
Flashing of "OIL--"

indicates a
malfunction of the
engine oil level
indicator. Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop.
The level read will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 30 minutes.
Dipstick

A
= maximum, never exceed
this level as a surplus of oil
may damage the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop
without delay.

B
= minimum, top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap, using the
grade of oil suited to your
engine.

With the lighting on,
press the button to vary
the brightness of the
instruments and controls.
When the lighting reaches
the minimum
(or maximum) setting,
release the button then press it again
to increase (or reduce) the brightness.
As soon as the lighting is of the
required brightness, release the button. With the ignition on, press
the button until the zeros
appear.


Lighting dimmer

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CHECK
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6


Under the bonnet



PETROL ENGINE




1.
Screenwash reservoir.

2.
Fusebox.

3.
Engine coolant header tank.

4.
Brake and clutch fl uid reservoir.

5.
Air fi lter.

6.
Engine oil dipstick.

7.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

8.
Power steering fl uid reservoir.


Battery connections:
+ Positive terminal.
- Negative point (earth). Take care when working under
the bonnet.

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Under the bonnet



DIESEL ENGINE


4.
Brake and clutch fl uid reservoir.

5.
Air fi lter.

6.
Engine oil dipstick.
7.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

8.
Power steering fl uid reservoir.

9.
Priming pump.



1.
Screenwash reservoir.

2.
Fusebox.

3.
Engine coolant header tank.

Battery connections:
+ Positive terminal.
- Negative point (earth). Take care when working under the bonnet.

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CHECK
S
6


Levels

LEVELS

Oil change

This must be carried out at the
intervals specifi ed and the viscosity
grade of the oil selected must fulfi l the
requirements in the manufacturer's
servicing schedule. Ask for advice from
a CITROËN dealer.
Remove the dipstick before fi lling.
Check the level after fi lling (never
exceed the max mark).
Refi t the oil fi ller cap before closing the
bonnet.

Changing the brake fluid

The brake fl uid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Use fl uids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfi l DOT4
standards.
The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the reservoir.
If fl uid has to be added frequently,
this indicates a fault which must be
checked by a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop as soon as
possible.


Warning lamps

If you have to remove / refi t the
engine style cover, handle it with
care to avoid damaging the fi xing
clips.

Oil level

It is recommended that the oil level be
checked every 3 000 miles (5 000 km)
and topped up if necessary between oil
changes.
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick.

Dipstick
There are two marks on
the dipstick:

A
= maximum
If you fi ll past this mark,
consult a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.

B
= minimum
Never allow the level to
fall below this mark.
To maintain the reliability
of engines and emission
control systems, the use
of additives in engine oil
is prohibited.

Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must meet
the manufacturer's requirements.
These regular maintenance
operations will keep your vehicle
in good working order. Ask for
advice from a CITROËN dealer or
refer to the servicing booklet in the
handbook pack.
Checks using the warning
lamps in the instrument panel is
described in chapter 2, refer to the
"Instruments and controls" section.

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Technical data - Maintenance

VISUAL SEARCH
10

TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE


Identifi cation markings,
serial number,
paint code, tyres 138

Windscreen / headlamp wash,
levels 108

Changing bulbs,
lighting 120-124
Checks 109-110


- battery,

- gearbox,

- air/passenger compartment fi lter,

- oil fi lter,

- particle emission fi lter,

- parking brake,

- brake pads,

- brake drums, discs.
Emissions controls 36
Engine fuses 125, 128

Under the bonnet


- Diesel 106

- petrol 105
Fuel cut-off,
Diesel priming 112
Dimensions 132-135
Floor cab dimensions 136
Weights 137

Opening the bonnet, stay 104
Levels 107-108


- Diesel additive,

- dipstick,

- power steering fl uid,

- brake fl uid,

- coolant.
Bleeding water, Diesel fi lter 110


Warning lamps 29-34

Changing a wiper blade 129