2013.5 Citroen DS4 RHD checking oil

237Checks














Petrol engines

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing certain components.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air filter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil filler cap.

Diesel engines

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing certain components and for priming
the fuel system.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air filter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil filler cap.

10.
Priming pump * .

11.
Bleed screw * .

*
According to engine.

239Checks






Checking levels


Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the maintenance and warranty guide. 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.


















Oil level

Engine oil change

Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide
for details of 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 be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.












Brake fluid level


Changing the fl uid

Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide
for details of the inter val for this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.

The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
It will only be correct if the vehicle is on level
ground and the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.
Take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the engine
may be extremely hot (risk of burns)
and the cooling fan could start at any
time (even with the ignition off).
It is normal to top up the oil level
between two ser vices (or oil changes).
CITROËN recommends that you check
the level, and top up if necessary, 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 instrument panel
is not valid during the 30 minutes after
topping up.

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Particle emission filter (Diesel)

On a new vehicle, the first operations of
regeneration of the particle emissions
filter may be accompanied by the smell
of "burning", which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle
or the environment.







Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for the details of the
level checking inter val for this component.
According to your version of instrument panel, the start of
saturation of the par ticle emissions filter is indicated by:






Electronic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the
checking inter val for this component.
-
temporary illumination of the ser vice
warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message that
there is a risk of blockage of the
particle emissions filter.




- fixed illumination of the par ticle
emissions filter warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message that there is a risk of
blockage of the particle emissions filter,
or
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at
least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, refer to the
"Additive level" section.






Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the level
checking inter val for this component.

Removing the cartridge





Stow the black pipe.


Detach the angled base from the white pipe.


Support the compressor vertically.


Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.



Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories

Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated
on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the cartridge
into the environment, take it to an
authorised waste disposal site or a
CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from CITROËN
dealers or from a qualified workshop.

You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,

- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).




Connect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.


Start the vehicle and let the engine run.


Adjust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
; to
deflate: switch B
in position "O"
and press
button C
), according to the vehicle's tyre
pressure label or the accessory's pressure
label.


Remove the kit then stow it.





Turn the selector A
to the "Air"
position.


Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.


Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fit one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit first.

391Visual search
Technical data - Maintenance


Running out of Diesel fuel 236

Checking levels 239-241


- oil

- brake fluid

- coolant

- power steering fluid

- screenwash / headlamp wash fluid

-
additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)



Changing bulbs 261-268


- front

- rear

Petrol engines 290-291
Diesel engines 292-293
Dimensions 294
Identification markings 295

Bonnet 235
Petrol underbonnet 237
Diesel underbonnet 238
Checking components 242-244


- battery

- air filter / passenger compartment filter

- oil filter

- particle emissions filter (Diesel)

- brake pads / discs


Battery 274-277
Energy economy mode 278

Engine compartment
fuses 269, 272-273

A
ABS and EBFD systems ............................... 178
Accessories .................................................. 285
Accessory socket, 12V ..........146, 147, 150, 156
Adjusting headlamps .................................... 130
Adjusting head restraints ................................ 90
Adjusting seat belt height ..................... 181, 182
Adjusting the steering wheel .......................... 93
Airbags, curtain ..................................... 189, 190
Airbags, front......................................... 186, 190
Airbags, lateral ...................................... 188, 190
Air conditioning ............................................... 34
Air conditioning, automatic ....................... 79, 82
Air conditioning, manual ........................... 79, 80
Air filter .......................................................... 242
Air flow ............................................................ 34
Air vents .......................................................... 78
Alarm ............................................................. 110
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) .......................................................... 178
Anti-pinch ...................................................... 116
Anti-theft ....................................................... 104
Armrest, front ........................................ 149, 150
Armrest, rear ................................................. 153
Ashtray, portable ........................................... 145
Assistance call .............................. 177, 299, 300
Audible warning ............................................ 177
Audio streaming
(Bluetooth) .................................. 341, 369, 371
Audio system ........................................... 64, 355
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ...................................... 125, 128
Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ............................................ 177Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers ................................................. 133, 134
Auxiliary socket .....................................342, 368
Auxiliary sockets ........................................... 146
Backup starting ............................................. 275
Battery ............................................ 242, 274-277
Battery, charging ................................... 276, 277
Battery, remote control ......................... 106, 107
Black panel...................................................... 60
Blind spot sensors ........................................ 219
Bluetooth (hands-free) .......................... 324, 370
Bluetooth (telephone) .................................... 324
Bonnet ........................................................... 235
Bonnet stay ................................................... 235
Boot ............................................................... 115
Boot lamp .............................................. 140, 156
Brake discs .................................................... 244
Brake lamps .................................................. 266
Brake pads .................................................... 244
Brakes ........................................................... 244
Braking assistance system ........................... 178
Capacity, fuel tank ........................................ 118
CD ................................................................. 363
CD MP3 .................................................364, 365
Central locking ...................................... 102, 108Centre console .............................................. 147
Changing a bulb .................................... 261, 266
Changing a fuse ............................................ 268
Changing a wheel ......................................... 253
Changing a wiper blade ........................ 136, 279
Changing the date ..................................... 64, 68
Changing the remote control
battery ......................................................... 106
Changing the time ..................................... 64, 68
CHECK ...................................................... 39, 57
Checking levels ......................................239 -241
Checking the engine oil level .......................... 54
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) .............................................. 248
Checks .................................. 237, 238, 242, 244
Child lock ....................................................... 173
Children .......................................... 167, 169 -171
Child seats .................... 160, 161, 165 -167, 172
Child seats, conventional .............................. 166
Cigar lighter ................................................... 146
CITROËN Localised
Assistance Call ........................................... 300
CITROËN Localised
Emergency Call .......................................... 300
Closing the boot .................................... 102, 115
Closing the doors .................................. 102, 113
Cold climate screen ...................................... 279
Colour screen .................................................. 68
Connectors, audio .........................146, 366, 368
Coolant level ................................................. 240
Courtesy lamps ..................................... 129, 138
Cruise control ........................................ 222, 225
Cup holder ..................................................... 147
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