2012 Citroen C5 checking oil

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PETROL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow
access for checking fl uid levels and
for replacing certain components.


1.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.

2.
Power steering fl uid reservoir or
power steering and suspension
fl uid reservoir.

3.
Engine coolant header tank.

4.
Engine oil dipstick.

5.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

6.
Brake fl uid reservoir.

7.
Battery.

8.
Air fi lter.
1.6i THP


1.6i VTi

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DIESEL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow
access for checking fl uid levels, for
replacing certain components and
for priming the fuel system.


1.

Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.

2.
Power steering fl uid reservoir or
power steering and suspension
fl uid reservoir, depending on
equipment.

3.
Engine coolant header tank.

4.
Engine oil dipstick.

5.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

6.
Air fi lter.

7.
Brake fl uid reservoir.

8.
Battery.
As the Diesel fuel system op-
erates under high pressure,
any work on the fuel system
is prohibited.
Vehicles fi tted with the HDi 140
en-
gine may be fi tted with metal spring
suspension. In this case, a differ-
ent power steering fl uid reservoir is
fi tted.
HDi 115
/ e-HDi 115


HDi 140

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CHECKING LEVELS
















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.
This manual check will only be cor-
rect 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 be-
tween two services (or oil changes).
CITROËN recommends that you
check the level, and top up if neces-
sary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
After topping up the oil, the check
when switching on the ignition with
the oil level indicator in the instru-
ment panel is not valid during the
30 minutes after topping up.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have
the corresponding system checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly
and top them up if necessary, unless
otherwise indicated.

Take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the en-
gine may be extremely hot (risk of
burns).


Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the interval for this opera-
tion.
In order to maintain the reli-
ability of the engine and emis-
sion 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.












Brake fluid level

The brake fl uid level should
be close to the "MAX" mark.
If it is not, check the brake
pad wear.

Changing the fl uid
Refer to the servicing booklet for de-
tails of the interval for this operation.

Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations
and meet the DOT4 standard.












Power steering or power
steering and suspension
fluid level
For topping up, it is necessary
to go to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.















Dipstick
There are two marks on
the dipstick:

A
= max; never exceed
this level,

B
= min; top up the oil
level via the oil fi ller cap,
using the correct grade of
oil for your engine.

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Brake pads

Brake wear depends on
the style of driving, par-
ticularly in the case of ve-
hicles used in town, over
short distances. It may be
necessary to have the condition of
the brakes checked, even between
vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.







Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).






Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).

Brake disc wear

For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.


Parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness
of this system is noticed,
the parking brake must be
checked, even between
two services.
This system must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Only use products recom-
mended by CITROËN or
products of equivalent quality
and specifi cations.
Do not use a dry cloth with an abra-
sive product for the maintenance of
aluminium parts; use a sponge and
soapy water.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and of-
fers very specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited
. Refer to the servicing booklet for the
details of the level checking interval
for this component.
Refer to the servicing booklet for de-
tails of the level checking interval for
this component.

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VISUAL SEARCH

Technical data - Maintenance


Very cold climate protection............. 202

Checking the levels .................. 170-171


- oil

- brake fl uid

- power steering fl uid

- coolant

- screenwash / headlamp wash fl uid


Changing bulbs......................... 181-190


- front

- rear

Petrol engines.................................. 207
Petrol weights ........................... 208-209
Diesel engines .......................... 210-211
Diesel weights .......................... 212-215

Commercial version weights (Tourer) ... 216
Dimensions (Saloon) ................ 217-218
Dimensions (Tourer) ................. 219-220
Identifi cation markings ..................... 221
Checking components .............. 172-173


- battery

- air / passenger compartment fi lter

- oil fi lter

- particle emission fi lter (Diesel)

- brake pads / discs


Engine
compartment fuses ........... 191, 194-195

Battery ...................................... 196-197
Energy economy mode.................... 198


Opening the bonnet ......................... 162
Petrol under-bonnet layout ....... 165-166
Diesel under-bonnet layout....... 167-169
Running out of fuel - Diesel ............. 164

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A ABS and EBFD systems ....... 117
Accessories ........................... 205
Accessory socket,
12 volt .................................. 100
Adjusting headlamps ............... 89
Adjusting head
restraints ......................... 60, 63
Adjusting seat belt height ...... 120
Adjusting the steering
wheel ..................................... 66
Airbags, curtain ............. 124, 125
Airbags, front ......................... 125
Airbags, lateral .............. 124, 125
Air conditioning ...... 24, 48, 49, 53
Air conditioning,
digital ..................................... 52
Air conditioning,
mono-zone ............................ 49
Air diffuser ............................... 47
Air distribution
adjustment ....................... 50, 53
Air fi lter .................................. 172
Air fl ow .................................... 24
Air fl ow adjustment ............ 49, 52
Air intake ................................. 49
Air recirculation ................. 49, 52
Air vents ............................ 47, 48
Alarm ....................................... 73
Alert / warning log ............. 31, 45
Alloy wheels .......................... 204
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ................................... 117
Anti-pinch .................... 75, 82, 83
Anti-theft .................................. 69
Armrest, front .......................... 99
Armrest, rear ......................... 100
Assistance call .............. 114, 224
Audible warning ..................... 114
Audio streaming
(Bluetooth) ................... 264, 291A Audio
system .......................... 279-298
Automatic illumination of
headlamps ....................... 86, 88
Automatic operation
of hazard warning lamps ..... 114
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ........... 92, 93
Auxiliary
sockets .......... 99, 261, 246, 286
B Battery ........................... 172, 196
Battery, charging ................... 197
Battery, remote control ...... 71, 72
Battery compartment
fuse box ............................... 191
Blind for panoramic
sunroof .................................. 83
Blinds .................................... 100
Bluetooth
(hands-free) ................. 248, 289
Bluetooth (telephone) .... 248, 289
Bonnet ................................... 162
Bonnet stay ........................... 162
Boot ................................... 79, 80
Boot (fi ttings) ................. 101, 102
Brake discs ............................ 173
Brake lamps .................. 185, 187
Brake pads ............................ 173
Brakes ................................... 173
Braking assistance system .... 117
C Capacity, fuel tank ................... 84
CD MP3 ......................... 261, 285
Central locking .................. 68, 77C Changing
a bulb ........................... 181-190
Changing a fuse ............. 191-195
Changing a wheel .......... 177-180
Changing a wiper blade .......... 94
Changing the remote
control battery ....................... 71
CHECK .................................... 31
Checking levels ............. 170, 171
Checking the engine
oil level .......................... 40, 170
Checks ........................... 162-173
Child lock ............................... 113
Children .... 76, 106-113, 121, 123
Child seats .................... 105, 107
Child seats,
conventional ................ 107, 108
Closing the boot ...................... 68
Closing the doors .............. 68, 77
Cold climate screen ............... 203
Connectors,
audio ............. 99, 261, 264, 286
Control for panoramic
sunroof blind .......................... 83
Coolant level ................... 41, 171
Coolant temperature
indicator ................................. 41
Courtesy lamps ....................... 94
Cruise control ........................ 152
Cup holder ....................... 99, 100
D Date (setting) ..................... 44, 46
Daytime running lamps ... 88, 181
Deactivating the passenger
airbag .................................. 123
Deadlocking ............................ 68
Defrosting .......................... 50, 55
Demisting .......................... 50, 55