2013 Citroen C8 warning light

DIESEL
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Fuel
FUEL CIRCUIT DISARMED

In a serious collision, a mechanism
automatically prevents fuel from
reaching the engine.
The fl ashing of this warning
light is accompanied by a
message on the display.
DIESEL REPRIMING
PUMP



If you should run out of fuel, it is
necessary to re-prime the circuit:


- fi ll the fuel tank with at least fi ve
litres of diesel,

- squeeze and release the manual
re-priming pump, under the bonnet
under the protective cover, until fuel
appears in the transparent pipe,

- operate the starter until the engine
starts. Check that there is no odour or
leakage of fuel outside the vehicle and
re-establish the fuel supply:


- switch off the ignition
(STOP position).

- remove the key.

- put the key back in the ignition.

- switch on the ignition and start.













Quality of the fuel used for
Diesel engines

The Diesel engines are perfectly
compatible with biofuels which conform
to current and future European
standards (Diesel fuel which complies
with standard EN 590 mixed with a
biofuel which complies with standard
EN 14214) available at the pumps
(containing up to 7 % Fatty Acid Methyl
Ester).
The B30 biofuel can be used in certain
Diesel engines; however, this use
is subject to strict application of the
special servicing conditions. Consult a
CITROËN dealer.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or
diluted, domestic fuel...) is strictly
prohibited (risk of damage to the
engine and fuel system).

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Levels
CHECK
S
6

These regular maintenance
operations will keep your vehicle
in good running order. Consult the
instructions at CITROËN dealerships
or in the servicing booklet enclosed in
the handbook pack. To maintain the reliability of engines
and emission control systems, the use
of additives in engine oil is prohibited.



Oil change

It is imperative that this is carried out at
the intervals specifi ed and the viscosity
grade of the oil selected must fulfi l the
requirements in accordance with the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Consult the instructions at CITROËN
dealerships.
Remove the dipstick before fi lling.
Check the level after fi lling (never
exceed the max mark).
Screw the cap back onto the sump
before closing the bonnet.
LEVELS

If you have to remove/refi t the
engine style cover, handle it with
care to avoid damaging the fi xing
clips.

Dipstick


Warning lights
Oil level

Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 litre per 600 miles
(1 000 km).
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick.

Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must meet
the manufacturer's requirements.
Checking by means of the
warning lights on the instrument
panel is described in chapter 2,
"Instruments and controls" section.


Changing the brake fluid

The brake fl uid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Use fl uids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfi l DOT4
standards.
The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the reservoir.
If fl uid has to be added frequently,
this indicates a failure which must be
checked by a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
There are two marks
on the dipstick:

A
= maximum
If you fi ll past this
mark, contact a
CITROËN dealer.

B
= minimum
Never allow the level
to fall below this
mark.

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Levels


Cooling system

Only use the fl uid recommended by the
manufacturer.
Otherwise, you risk seriously damaging
your engine.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is controlled
by the engine fan. As this fan can
operate with the ignition key removed
and because the cooling system is
pressurised, wait for at least one hour
after the engine has stopped before
carrying out any work.
Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a turn to
release the pressure to prevent any
risk of scalding. When the pressure
has dropped, remove the cap and top
up the level with coolant.
If fl uid has to be added frequently,
this indicates a failure which must be
checked by a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.

Power steering fluid level

The vehicle must be parked on level
ground with the engine cold. Unscrew
the cap integrated with the gauge and
check the level which must be between
the MIN and MAX marks. During regeneration of the particle
emission fi lter, relay noise may be
heard under the fascia.
If the message is still displayed and
the service warning light remains on,
contact a CITROËN dealer.

Diesel additive level (Diesel with
particle emission filter)
When this occurs with the engine running,
this is due to the start of saturation of
the particle emission fi lter (exceptionally
prolonged urban driving conditions: low
speed, long traffi c jams, ...).
In order to regenerate the fi lter, you are
advised to drive at a speed of more than
40 mph (60 km/h) as soon as possible,
when traffi c conditions permit, for at
least fi ve minutes (until the message
disappears and the service warning light
is switched off).
Topping up
The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the expansion
bottle. If more than 1 litre of fl uid is
required to top up the level, have the
system checked by a CITROËN dealer.



Windscreen wash and headlamp
wash level
For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we would advise that you use
products of the CITROËN range.
To avoid ice forming, do not use water.
Topping up
It is imperative that this additive is
topped up by a CITROËN dealer
without delay.



Used oil

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil
with the skin.
Brake fl uid is harmful to health and
very corrosive.
Do not dispose of used oil, brake
fl uid or coolant into drains or onto
the ground but into the containers
dedicated to this use at CITROËN
dealerships. The minimum level of this
additive is indicated by
lighting of the service warning
light, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message
on the display.

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QUICK HELP
7
Changing a wheel
CHANGING A WHEEL

1. PARKING THE VEHICLE



- If possible, park the vehicle on
level, stable and non-slippery
ground.

- It is imperative that you ensure
that the occupants get out of the
vehicle and wait in a safe location.
Depending on the country of
sale and for your own safety, use
the safety jackets and warning
triangles.

- Apply the handbrake, switch off the
ignition and engage fi rst or reverse
gear (position P
for the automatic
gearbox).

- If possible, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the one
to be changed.


1.
Wheelbrace.

2.
Jack housing.

3.
Alloy wheel embellisher remover.

4.
Removable towing eye.
The jack and the tools are specifi c to
your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes. Refer to the location of the
tools (situated in the engine
compartment) in the "Under the
bonnet" section of chapter 6.

2. TOOLS
3. SPARE WHEEL



- Gain access to the spare wheel
from the boot.


- Open the cover to release the
winch and access its bolt. You can switch on the row 3
courtesy light to increase the light
in the boot.

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QUICK HELP
7
Changing a bulb

CHANGING A BULB


Handle the bulbs with a dry cloth.
Make access easier on the right-
hand side by removing the wash-wipe
pipe and the fuse box cover.
High pressure washing: when using
this type of washing on stubborn dirt,
do not persist on the headlamps, the
lights and their surrounds to avoid
damaging their coating and their seal.
2 - Main beam headlamps
H7-55 W or xenon bulb.



- Turn the protective cover
corresponding to the faulty bulb
a quarter of a turn to the left and
remove it.

- Disconnect the connector.

- Press the end of the securing clip
to free it. Change the bulb.
When fi tting the new bulb, ensure that
the direction notches are positioned
correctly and the securing clip is fi xed
properly.


- Reconnect the connector.

- Refi t the protective cover, then turn
it a quarter of a turn to the right.

3 - Fog lamps
H1-55 W.


FRONT LIGHTS



1.
Dipped headlamps


2.
Main beam headlamps


3.
Fog lamps


4.
Side lights


5.
Direction indicators


1 - Dipped beam headlamps
H7-55 W or xenon bulb.

4 - Side lights
W 5 W.


- Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a
turn to the left and remove it.

- Change the bulb.




WARNING: RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION

Xenon bulbs must be changed by a
CITROËN dealer.

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QUICK HELP
7


Changing a fuse


INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSES



- Open the lower glove box on the right-hand side.

- Pull the handle to open the cover and access the fuses.


N°



Rating
(Amps)


Functions



1



15

Rear wiper.


2


-
Not used.


3



5

Airbag control unit.


4



10

Steering wheel angle sensor, Diagnostic socket, ESP sensor, Manual air conditioning, Clutch
switch, Headlamp beam height, Particle emission fi lter pump, Electrochromatic interior mirror.


5



30

Electric mirrors, Passenger's electric window motor, Sunroof row 1.


6



30

Front electric windows supply.


7



5

Courtesy lamps, Glove box lamp, Courtesy mirror lamps, Entertainment screen lamps row 2.


8



20

Multifunction display, Anti-theft alarm siren, Audio equipment, Compact disc changer, Audio/
telephone, Diesel additive control unit, Tyre under-infl ation detection control unit, Sliding doors
module control unit.


9



30

Cigarette lighter.


10



15

Steering wheel switching, Trailer fusebox.


11



15

Diagnostic socket, Ignition switch, Automatic gearbox (4-speed).


12



15

Driver's seat memory unit, Passenger's electric seat, Airbag control unit, Parking sensors control
unit, Sliding side door buttons, Hands-free kit, Automatic gearbox (6-speed).


13



5

Engine fuse box, Trailer fusebox.


14



15

Rain sensor, Automatic air conditioning, Instrument panel, Sunroofs, Odometer warning lamps
unit, Audio-telematics control.


15



30

Passenger's lock locking.


16



30

Locking/unlocking of the doors.


17



40

Heated rear screen.

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VISUAL SEARC
H
10


Front interior



Instrument panels,
dials, counters 27-28
Warning lamps,
indicator lamps 29-33
Indicators, displays 34-36
Dimmer, trip recorder zero reset 36
Parking brake,
handbrake 86 Heating, ventilation 54-58


- defrosting, demisting,

- air conditioning A/C,

- climate control,

- air recirculation.
Hazard warning lamps 86 In-car Technology Section 9


- eMyWay

- Audio system
Fittings 76-77


- cigarette lighter,

- glove box,

- cooled compartment,

- ashtray.
Interior fuses 124-125

Mirror, toll card,
car park ticket 81-82
Sun visor,
mirror/monitoring 81, 102
Courtesy lamp, interior lighting 80
Setting the
date/time Section 9
FRONT INTERIOR