2013 CITROEN C5 oil dipstick

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Engine oil level indicator
The engine oil level is displayed in the
instrument panel screen for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, after the
servicing information.Oil level correct
This is indicated by the display of the message
"Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.
Oil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check
the engine oil level using the manual
dipstick located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking
levels, refer to the corresponding
section.
Oil level incorrect
This is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel screen.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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.
For more information on Checking
levels , refer to the corresponding
section.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30
m

inutes.
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The various caps and covers allow access for
checking fluid levels and for replacing certain
components.THP
Petrol engines
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash fluid reservoir.
2.
P

ower steering fluid reservoir


or
o

r power steering and Hydractive III +
suspension fluid reservoir.
3.
E

ngine coolant header tank.
4.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
5.
E

ngine oil filler cap.
6.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
7.
B

attery.
8.
A

ir filter.
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Diesel engines
HDi 160
BlueHDi 150 / BlueHDi 180
The various caps and covers allow access
for checking fluid levels, for replacing certain
components and for priming the fuel system.
1.
S

creenwash and headlamp wash fluid
reservoir.
2.
P

ower steering fluid reservoir


or
p

ower steering and Hydractive III +
suspension fluid reservoir.
3.
E

ngine coolant header tank.
4.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
5.
E

ngine oil filler cap.
6. A
ir filter.
7. B
rake fluid reservoir.
8.
B

attery.
The Diesel fuel system operates under
high pressure:
-

N

ever carry out any work on this
system yourself.
-

H

Di engines make use of advanced
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
specially trained staff, which only a
CITROËN dealer can provide.
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Checking levels
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles so equipped, or
using the dipstick.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. 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.
If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine.
-

I
f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

I
f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top-up the engine oil.
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).
To ensure that the reading is correct, your
vehicle must be parked on a level sur face
with the engine having been off for more than
30
m

inutes.
It is normal to top-up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). CITROËN
recommends that you check the level, and top-
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
Checking using the dipstick
The location of the dipstick is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
F

T
ake the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
F

W
ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
F

R
efit the dipstick and push fully down, then
pull it out again to make the visual check:
the correct level is between the marks A
and B .
A = MA X
B = MIN
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Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Topping-up the engine oil level
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
F
U
nscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F

A
dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter checking the level, carefully refit the
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
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.
Engine oil change
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
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G
F
D
Gauge, fuel.............................................. 21, 175
Gearbox, automatic ........ 1 2, 105, 110, 193, 235
Gearbox, electronic
........................................ 12
G

earbox, manual
.................... 1
2, 104, 110, 193
Gear shift indicator
....................................... 10

9
Gear lever
..............................

.........................12
Gear lever, automatic gearbox

.....................10

5
Gear lever, manual gearbox

.........................10

4
Glove box

........................................................ 81
F

illing the fuel tank

................................. 17

5 -17 7
Filter, air
...............

......................................... 192
Filter, oil
......................................................... 19

2
Filter, particle
........................................ 19

1, 193
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) - Digital
radio
...............

.....................................
280, 281
Date (setting)

...............................

.............. 37, 43
Daytime running lamps

......................... 1

35, 218
Deactivating ESP

..........................................
14

9
Deactivating the passenger airbag
....... 15

5, 162
Deadlocking
...............................

.....................
46
Demisting / Defrosting

....................................
7

2
Demisting / Defrosting, rear screen .................................................... 72
Dimensions
..............................

..................... 245
Dipstick
................

.................................... 24, 188
Direction indicators
....................... 1

45, 218, 224
Display screen, instrument panel
................................................1

4, 17, 109
Display screen, multifunction.......................... 37
Doors
..............................................................

. 54
Driving economically ....................................... 12 Filter, passenger compartment
.....................
19
2
Fitting a wheel
...............................
................
214
Fitting roof bars
.............................................
18
2
Fittings, boot
............................................. 8
6, 87
Fittings, interior
............................................... 81
F
ittings, rear
...............................
.....................
84
Flap, fuel filler
...............................
.........
175 , 17 7
Flashing indicators
........................................ 14
5
Foglamps, front
...............................
..............
13 3
Foglamps, rear
..............................1
33, 222, 224
Folding the rear seats
.....................................
68
F
requency (radio)
.................................. 2
78, 279
Fuel .................................................. 12, 175, 176
Fuel consumption
............................................ 12
F
uel tank........................................................
17 7
Fusebox, dashboard
..................................... 2
29
Fusebox, engine compartment
..................... 2
29
Fuses
................
.............................................
229
Eco-driving (advice)
........................................
12
E

conomy mode

...............................

..............
179
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

...
14

7
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

..........
14

7
Emergency call
..................................... 1

46, 250
Emergency warning lamps
........................... 14

5
Emissions control system, SCR

.....................
33
E

nergy economy mode

.................................
17

9
Engine compartment
............................ 1

86, 187
Engines, Diesel

..................... 1

76, 187, 243, 244
Engines, petrol

...................... 1

76, 186, 241, 242
Environment
...............................

............... 12, 48
E
Control, emergency door ................................
56
C ontrol, heated seats ...................................... 62
C
ontrol, panoramic sunroof blind
...................79
C

ontrol stalk, lighting
.................................... 13

2
Control stalk, wipers

..............................14

0 -142
Courtesy lamps

............................................... 76
C

ruise control
................................................ 12

1
Cup holder

...............................
.................. 83, 84Driving positions (storing)
...............................64
D
ynamic stability control (DSC) ...... 2 9, 148, 150
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