2012 Citroen DS5 engine coolant

Petrol-Diesel instrument panel
1.
Rev counter (x 1 000 rpm or tr/min),graduation according to engine (petrol or
Diesel).2.
Fuel gauge.3.Engine coolant temperature gauge. 4.
Speedometer (mph or km/h).5.
Cruise control or speed limiter settings.A
.Main lighting and controls dimmer.
B.- Successive shor t presses: under-inflation
detection, recall servicin
g information, alert log.
- Long press: set the function selected to
zero (service indicator or trip recorder). 6
. Gear shift indicator for a manual gearboxor gear lever position and gear for an
electronic gearbox system or automaticgearbox.
7.Instrument panel screen: trip recorder,
aler t messages or state of functions (e.g.: oil pressure, battery, door open, ...),
trip computer, media, satellite navigation.8. Digital speedometer (mph or km/h).

Dials and screens
Control buttons

When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on
the par t of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the associated message in the instrument panel screen.
If you encounter any problems, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning/indicator lampStateCauseAction/Observations



STOPfixed, associated with another warning lamp,accompanied by anaudible signal and amessage in the screen. It is associated with a punctured
wheel, the brakin
g system, the power steering, the engine oil pressure,
the engine coolant temperature or a major electrical fault.Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the en
gine may cut out.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.



Serviceon temporarily. A minor fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the screen, such as, for example:
- the closing of the doors, boot or bonnet,
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash level,
- the remote control battery,
- the tyre pressures,
- saturation of the par ticle emission filter (Diesel). - ...For any other faults, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
fixed. A major fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown
on the screen and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
(PEF: par ticle emissions filter,Diesel)
fixed, associated
temporarily with a message on the risk of
blockage of the PEF.Thi
s indicates the start of saturation
of the par ticle emissions filter. As soon as traffic conditions allow, regenerate the
filter by driving at a speed of at least 35 mph (60 km/h)
until the ser vice warning lamp goes off.
fixed.This indicates the low level in theDiesel additive reservoir. Have the level topped up by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop as soon as possible.

Coolant temperature gauge
With the engine running:
- in zone A
, the temperature is correct,
- in zone B, the temperature is too high; the central STOP
warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal and amessage in the instrument panel screen.You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Wait a few minutes before switching off
the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
A
fter driving for a few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top up the level:
)
wait for the engine to cool, )
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,
) when the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap,) top up the level to the "MAX" mark.

Be aware of the risk of burns whentopping up the cooling system. Do not fill above the maximum level (indicated on the reservoir).

211Practical information

Driving advice


Distribution of loads
)Distribute the load in the trailer so that theheaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for detailsof the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.


Side wind
)Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed. )
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed. The maximum towed load on a long inclinedepends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
) If the warning lamp and theSTOPwarning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.



Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.


Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.



Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.

The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuineCITROËN towbar is used.

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

221Checks
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

Coolant level

The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is regulated by thefan. This can operate with the ignition off.
On vehicles which are fitted with a par ticle
emission filter, the fan may operate after
the vehicle has been switched off, even if
the en
gine is cold.

Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.


Fluid specifi cation

The coolant must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations.
Power steering fluid level
The power steering fluid level should be close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to check the level. Th
e brake fluid level should be closeto the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for details of the
interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT4 standard.
In addition, as the cooling system ispressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out any work.To a v o i d a ny risk of scalding, unscrewthe cap by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and topup the level.

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ABS.............................................................167Accessories....................................51, 95, 213Accessory position..................................51, 95Accessory socket, 12 V ..........................78, 79Adjusting headlamps ..................................140Adjusting head restraints ........................68, 71Adjusting seat belt height ............................ 171Adjusting the steering wheel.........................77Airbags..........................................................37Airbags, curtain...................................175,176Airbags, front.......................................173,176Airbags, lateral ....................................175,176Air conditioning.............................................24Air conditioning, digital ............................85, 86Air conditioning, manual ...............................85Air filter........................................................r227Air flow..........................................................24Air vents........................................................84Alarm.............................................................57Anti-lock braking system (ABS)..................167Anti-pinch ......................................................61Anti-theft........................................................95Armrest ..........................................................78Armrest, front................................................80Armrest, rear.................................................r81Ashtray, por table...........................................78ASR.............................................................167Assistance, emergency braking.................167Assistance call....................................165,243Audible warning ..........................................165Audio streaming (Bluetooth)................................285, 312,314Audio system...............................................299Automatic headlamps ...........................30, 137
Automatic illumination
of headlamps....................................133, 136Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps...........................................164
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers ...............................................143, 145Auxiliary socket...........................................311
Battery.................................................204, 226Battery, charging.........................................204
Battery, remote control...........................53,54
Black panel....................................................43Bluetooth (hands-free)........................268, 313Bluetooth (telephone)..................................268Boot...............................................................56Boot (opening)...............................................48Brake discs..................................................228Brake lamps................................................198Brake pads ..................................................228Brakes .........................................................228
Changing a wheel.......................................186Changing a wiper blade......................146, 208Changing the date ......................288, 289,323Changing the remote control battery ............53Changing the time................43, 288, 289,323Checking levels ...................................223-225Checking the engine oil level........................ 41Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)......180Checks................................220, 221, 226-228Children.......................................156, 159, 160Child seats .................................152,155, 157Child seats, conventional ............................156Cigar lighter...................................................r79Clock ............................................................. 43Closing the boot ............................................56Closing the doors ....................................48,50Connectors, audio.........................80,309, 311Coolant level.........................................38,224Coolant temperature indicator......................r38Courtesy lamps...........................................147Cruise control......................................122, 125Cup holder.....................................................r78
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Capacity, fuel tank ........................................63CD ...............................................................306CD MP3...............................................307,308Central locking........................................48, 50Changing a bulb..........................193,198,200Changing a fuse..........................................201
CDate (display)..............................................289Date (setting).......................................288,323Daytime running lamps ...............193, 196,197Deactivating ESP ........................................169Deactivating the passenger airbag.............173Deadlocking ............................................51,52Defrosting......................................................90
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