2012 Citroen DS5 HYBRID4 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 locatethe 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, for replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.














Diesel engine
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.
HDi 160 PEF 6-SPEED ELECTRONIC GEARBOX

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 reading will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and theengine has been off for more than30 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the ignition
is switched on using the oil level indicator in the
instrument panel, or usin
g the dipstick.
Engine oil change

Refer to the ser vicing booklet for the inter val for
this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, the use of
additives in the engine oil is prohibited.


Oil specifi cation

The oil must correspond to your engineand conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
It is normal to top up the oil level between two ser vices. CITROËNrecommends that you check the oil level, and top up if necessary,every 3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).
Before doing anything under the bonnet,switch off the ignition (Readylamp off) to avoid any risk of injury resulting from automatic operation of the engine.

343Alphabetical index
Deactivating ESP...........................................185Deactivating the passenger airbag................190Deadlocking ...............................................79,80Defrosting ..............................................104, 118Demisting.......................................................118Diesel...................................................42,43,57Diesel additive level....................................... 240Dimensions....................................................249Dipped beam...........................56, 148,209, 210Dipstick....................................................67, 238Directional lighting.................................157, 158Direction indicators ........154, 180, 209,212, 214
Driving positions (memorising)........................98Dynamic emergency braking..................122-127Dynamic stability control(DSC).......................................59,62,183, 185
EBA (Emergency braking assistance) ...........183EBFD............................................................. 183Eco-driving......................................................44Economical driving .........................................44Economy mode..............................................223Eco off.............................................................f43Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)....183Electronic engine immobiliser....................r33,82Electronic gearbox.........................131,222, 243Emergency boot release..................................84Emergency call...................................... 181, 255Emergency warning lamps.....................111, 180eMyWay ...................................................69, 257
Filling with fuel............................................91-93Fitting a wheel...............................................207Fitting roof bars..............................................228Fittings, boot ..................................................110Flashing indicators.................................154,180Flat bed lorry or trailer.............................r51,226Foglamps, front..............................150, 209,213Foglamps, rear..............................................r150Folding/unfolding the door mirrors .................................................104Front seats..................................................96-98Fuel............................................................44, 93Fuel consumption ......................................44, 46Fuel consumption fi gures ................................ 46Fuel fi ller cap ...................................................91Fuel fi ller fl ap .............................................91, 92Fuel gauge...........................................21, 54, 91Fuel tank ....................................................91, 92Fusebox, dashboard ......................................218Fuses.............................................................217
EFG
G.P.S. ............................................................263Gearbox, electronic............................... 131, 243Gear lever, electronic gearbox system ..........131Guidance.......................................................263Guide-me-home.....................................152, 154
Energy economy mode..................................223Engine, Diesel.........................93, 236, 237,247Engine compartment...............................50,236Engine compartment fusebox ........................219Engine oil level indicator..........................r67,238Engines..................................................246,247Environment...................9,44,81, 113, 118, 241
H
Halogen headlamps.......................................209Hands-free kit ........................................280, 325Hazard warning lamps ............................111, 180Head-up display.............................136, 139, 141Headlamp adjustment....................................156Headlamps, directional..........................157, 209Headlamp wash.....................................160, 240Head restraints, front.................................96,99Head restraints, rear......................................r103Heated seats.................................................100Heating ....................................................44, 11 2Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel.............................................105High voltage...............................47, 49, 222, 235Hill start assist...............................................130History.............................................................46Hybrid.....................................................8, 26-51Hybrid fl ow.......................................................40Hybrid selector.................................................35Hybrid system.........................................8, 26-51