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Brakingfixed. The braking system fluid level has
dropped significantly. Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
The braking system has a fault. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning / indicator lamp
StateCause Action / Observations
Warning lamps
STOPflashing, associated
with another warning
lamp. It is associated with the engine
oil pressure or the engine coolant
temperature. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or qualified workshop.
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on
the part of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further.
If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Engine oil
pressure fixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp. The engine oil pressure is too low. 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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Emission control
systemfixed.
The emission control system has a
fault. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
Engine fault fixed. A major fault has been detected that
does not have a specific warning lamp. You must contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS)
fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
d e l ay.
Dynamic
stability control
and traction
control (DSC/
TRC) flashing.
The DSC/ TRC system is in action. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. The DSC/ TRC system has a fault. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Warning / indicator lamp
StateCause Action / Observations
Coolant
temperature flashing (VTi 68
engine only). The temperature of the engine
coolant is increasing. Drive gently.
fixed. The temperature of the engine
coolant is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before
checking up the level; top up if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop.
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Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health 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 an
authorised waste disposal site.
Used products
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you
use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up the level when necessary.
Coolant level
The coolant level must be:
- b etween the " FULL" or "F" and
" LOW " or "L" marks for VTi 68
and e-VTi 68 engines,
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and
top up the level.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations. The cooling fan may star t after switching
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and
clothing that might be caught by the fan
blades. -
b
etween the "
MIN" and " MAX" marks for
the VTi 82 engine.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
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