2013 Citroen C4 PICASSO RHD oil level

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StateCauseAction / Observations
Service
on temporarily. A minor fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by means of the associated message, such as:


- opening of a door, the boot or bonnet,

- low engine oil level,

- low screenwash/headlamp wash fluid level,

-
discharged remote control battery,

- low tyre pressures,

- saturation of the par ticle emission filter (PEF) on
Diesel vehicles.
For more information on the PEF, refer to the
"Checks - par ticle emissions filter" section.
For any other faults, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

fix
ed. A major fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message and contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Warning / indicator lampStateCauseAction / Observations
Battery charge fixed. The battery charging circuit has a fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or cut alternator belt, ...). The warnin
g lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Maximum coolant temperature

fixed red. The temperature of the cooling system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop.
Directionalheadlamps
flashing. The directional headlamps system has a fault. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Door(s) open
*
fixed, associated with
a message identifying
the door, if the speed is
below 6 mph (10 km/h).
A door or the boot is still open. Close the door or boot.

fixed, associated with a
message identifying the
door, and accompanied
by an audible signal
if the speed is above
6 mph (10 km/h).
*

Only with the type 1 instrument panel.
Engine oilpressure

fixed. There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system. You must stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Engine oil level indicator
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.
Oil level correct
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel.
Oil level incorrect
This is indicated by a message in the instrument panel.
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. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Dipstick

Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.
There are 2 marks on the dipstick:
-A
= max; never exceed this level,-B
= min; top up the level via
the oil filler, using the grade of oil suited to your engine.

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checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing cer tain components.














Petrol engines
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Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.2.Coolant reservoir.3.Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses.
5. Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.

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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 engines
1.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.2.
Coolant reservoir. 3.
Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery / Fuses. 5.
Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.9.
Priming pump * .
*
According to engine.

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Checking levels


Ta k e c a r e w h e n w o r k i ng under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremelyhot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could star t at any time (even with the ignition off).
Oil level

The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Engine oil change

Refer to the maintenance and warranty guidefor details of the interval 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'srecommendations.
Check all of these levels re
gularly, 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.
Dipstick

There are two marks on the dipstick:
A= maximum
If you fill past this mark, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. B= minimum
Top up the level through the
oil filler orifice, using thecorrect grade of oil for your engine. The level must never be below this mark.
It will onl
y be correct 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 between
two ser vices (or oil changes). CITROËNrecommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
After topping up the oil, the check whenswitching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid
durin
g the 30 minutes after topping up.

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fluids with the skin. Most of these fluids are harmful tohealth or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop (France) or to anauthorised waste disposal site.








Used products


To p p i ng up

The reser voir must be topped up without delay by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Diesel fuel additive level
(Diesel with particle
emissions filter)
The additive reservoir low level isindicated by fixed illumination of this
warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message that
the par ticle emissions filter additive
l
evel is too low.
The warning lamp comes on when the ignition
is switched on, or ever
y time the stalk is
operated, until the reser voir is refilled.
Next time
you stop, refill the screenwash / headlamp wash reser voir.
Screenwash/headlamp
wash level low

In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, when the fluid
reservoir low level is reached this
warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message.

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Checks
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean
and correctl
y tightened, particularly in summer and winter.

Refer to the maintenance andwarranty guide for details of the
replacement inter vals for these
components.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time theengine oil is changed.
Refer to the maintenance andwarranty guide for details of the
replacement interval for this component.
Oil filter The presence of this label, in particular with
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use of a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with special
technology and specification. The involvement
of a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop is
essential when replacing or disconnecting the
battery.
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the maintenance and warrant
y guide and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Dependin
g on the environment (e.g. dustyatmosphere) and the use of the vehicle(e.g. city driving), replace them twiceas often if necessar y.y
A clogged passenger compar tment filter may have an adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and generateundesirable odours.
Particle emissions filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of thepar ticle filter is indicated by the
fixed illumination of this warning lamp accompanied by a warning
message.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit, regenerate the filter by driving at aspeed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, thisindicates a low additive level.


On a new vehicle, the first par ticlefilter regeneration operations may beaccompanied by a "burning" smell,
which is perfectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of thevehicle at very low speed or at idle, you may, in exceptional circumstances, notice the emission of water vapour atthe exhaust on acceleration. This does not affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the environment. When carrying out work on the battery, re
fer
to the "12 V battery" section for details of theprecautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.