2013 Citroen C8 engine oil

11 5
Checks
CHECK
S
6
CHECKS

To check the main levels
and certain components,
in accordance with the
manufacturer's servicing schedule,
refer to the pages of the servicing
booklet which correspond to your
vehicle's engine.
Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products
of equivalent quality and
specifi cation.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and offers
specifi c products.
In order to avoid damaging the
electrical units, high pressure washing
to clean the engine compartment is
strictly prohibited.

Oil filter

Change the fi lter regularly, in
accordance with the servicing
schedule. Refer to the servicing booklet to
fi nd out the replacement interval
for these components.
Depending on the environment
(dusty atmosphere...) and the use of
the vehicle (urban driving...), change
them twice as often if necessary.
Refer to the "Under the bonnet" section
of chapter 6.


Particle emission filter (Diesel)

It is imperative that particle emission
fi lter maintenance is carried out by a
CITROËN dealer.
On acceleration after the vehicle has
been running for a prolonged period
at very low speed or at idle, you may,
in exceptional circumstances, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust. This water vapour does not
have any adverse effect on vehicle
handling or the environment.

Battery

At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a CITROËN dealer.


Brake pads

Brake pad wear depends on the style
of driving, in particular for vehicles
which are used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
check the thickness of the pads, even
between services.
Unless there is a leak on the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.


Brake disc/drum wear status

For any information relating to
checking the brake disc/drum wear
status, contact a CITROËN dealer.


Handbrake

Where the handbrake travel is too
great or there is a reduction in the
performance of the system, the
handbrake should be adjusted, even
between services.
Have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.


Carbon filter and passenger
compartment filter
The carbon fi lter permits continuous
and effective fi ltering of dust.
If the passenger compartment fi lter
becomes clogged, this may reduce
the performance of the air conditioning
system and generate unpleasant
odours.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment fi lter. By
means of its second special active
fi lter, it contributes to the purifi cation
of the air breathed by the occupants
and to the cleanness of the passenger
compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits).

Manual gearbox

Have the level checked in accordance with
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.

131
QUICK HELP
7
Having your vehicle towed

From the rear


- unclip the top of the cover using a
coin,

- screw in the removable towing eye
until it locks.


TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Special features of the
automatic gearbox
When being towed with four wheels on
the road, it is essential to observe the
following rules:


- selector lever in position N
,

- tow the vehicle at a speed below
30 mph (50 km/h) over a distance
limited to 30 miles (50 km) maximum,

- do not add oil to the gearbox.
When towing with the engine switched
off, there is no braking or steering
assistance.
Without lifting (4 wheels on the
road)
You should always use a towbar.
The removable towing eye is inside the
engine compartment.

From the front


- unclip the cover by pressing the
bottom part,

- screw in the removable towing eye
until it locks.

Lifting (2 wheels on the road only)
It is preferable to raise the vehicle
using professional lifting equipment.

VEHICLES FITTED WITH A MANUAL
GEARBOX (diesel version)
In the case of vehicles fi tted with a
manual gearbox, the gear lever must
be in the neutral position. Failure to
observe this special condition may
result in damage to certain braking
components and the absence of
braking assistance the next time the
engine is started. Put the gear lever in neutral.
Failure to observe this rule may
result in damage to certain
components.

133


Diesel technical data

TECHNICAL DATA
8


DIESEL ENGINE

Model codes


E_RHRH



E____H



E____J



Engine


2.0 HDi PEF



2.0 HDi PEF




Manual
Manual
Automatic

(6-speed)
(6-speed)
(6-speed)
Power (bhp)
140
163
Max. power: EU standard (KW)
100
120
Capacity (cm
3
)
1 997
1 997
Bore x stroke (mm)
85 x 88
85 x 88
Number of valves
16
16
Max. power engine speed (rpm)
4 000
4 000
Max. torque: EU standard (Nm)
320
320
Max. torque engine speed (rpm)
2 000
2 000
Fuel
Diesel
Diesel
Catalytic converter
Yes
Yes
Particle emission fi lter (PEF)
Yes
Yes
Electronic injection
Yes
Yes

Oil capacities (in litres)

Engines (with fi lter replacement)
5
5

143
VISUAL SEARC
H
10
Technical data - Maintenance
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE

Engine fuses 128-129

Wash-wipe/headlamp wash 46, 47, 114
Bulbs, lighting,
changing bulbs 121-123
Battery 116
Battery fuses 126-127 Checks 112, 115


- air/oil fi lters,

- particle emission fi lter,

- brake pads/discs. Levels 113-114


- diesel additive,

- fuel supply,

- oil gauge,

- power steering fl uid,

- brake fl uid,

- coolant. Diesel 112, 132-135
Fuel cut-off/priming 110
Engine
data 112, 133
Weights, loads 134-135
Dimensions 136-138
Identifi cation features 17 Opening the bonnet, stay 111
Under the bonnet 112

145
VISUAL SEARC
H
10



Environment




Limit the causes of excess consumption


Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest
items in the bottom of the boot, as close as possible to the
rear seats.
Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind
resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...).
Use a roof box in preference.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.

At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refi t your
summer tyres.



Observe the recommendations on maintenance


Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to
the label in the door aperture, driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:


- before a long journey,

- at each change of season,

- after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on any trailer or
caravan.

Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine oil, oil fi lter,
air fi lter...) and observe the schedule of operations recom-
mended by the manufacturer.



When refuelling, do not continue after the third cut-off of the
nozzle to avoid any overfl ow.

At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the fi rst
1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel
consumption settle down to a consistent average.