2014 CITROEN DS3 CABRIO DAG brake fluid

Braking
fixed, associated with
the STOP warninglamp. The brakin
g system fluid level is too low. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
+

fixed
, associated with
the STOP and ABSwarning lamp. Th
e electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) system has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations
Anti-lock BrakingSystem (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 delay.
Dynamic stabilitycontrol (ESP/ASR)

flashing. The ESP/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.

fixed, associated with
illumination of the lampin the "ESP OFF"button, accompanied by
an audible signal and a
message in the screen. The E
SP/ASR system has a fault. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

189Checks














Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir. 2.Coolant header tank.3.Air filter.
4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
5. Battery.
6.Fusebox.
7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.

Diesel engines
1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir.2.
Coolant header tank.3.
Air filter.
4.
Brake fluid reservoir.5.
Battery.
6.Fusebox.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.9.
Priming pump (on fuel filter).

191Checks






Checking levels

Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the maintenance and warranty guide. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Oil level
Engine oil change
Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliabilit
y 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
en
gine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.

Brake fluid level


Changing the fl uid

Refer to the maintenance and warranty guidefor details of the inter val for this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet
the DOT4 l o w v i s c o s i ty / ISO 4925 Class 6standard.Th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrumentpanel, or using the dipstick.
It is normal to top up the oil levelbetween two ser vices (or oil changes).CITROËN recommends that you check the level, and top up if necessary, every3 000 miles (5 000 kms). 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.

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 star t atany time (even with the ignition off).

It will onl
y be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.

195
Checks
Manual gearbox
Automatic
gearboxBrake
pads
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor tdistances. It may be necessary to have
the condition of the brakes checked, even between vehicle services. The
gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for the details of
the level checking interval for this component.
















Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as impor tant as those in thebraking system, CITROËN selects and offers very specific products.

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the levelchecking interval for this component.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide for details of the checking interval for this component.
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear Parkin
g brake

If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
th
e brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn. Checkin
g this system must be done by aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
After washing the vehicle, dampness, or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: brakingefficiency may be reduced. Make light brake applications to dry and defrost the brakes.

339Visual search
Technical data - Maintenance


Running out of Diesel 188

Checking levels 191-193


- oil

- brake fluid

- coolant

- screenwash fluid

- additive (Diesel with particleemissions filter)


Changing bulbs 213 -220


- front

- rear

- interior

Petrol en
gines 242-245
LPG engine 246 -247
Diesel engines 248 -249
Dimensions 250-251
Identification markings 252

Bonnet
187-18 8
Under-bonnet layout, petrol 189
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel 190Batter
y 228-230
Energy economy mode 231
Checking components 19 4 -195
- battery- air filter / passenger compartment filter
- oil filter
- particle emissions filter (Diesel)
- brake pads/discs

En
gine compar tment
fuses 221, 224-227

Main beam ............................................108, 215Maintenance....................................................24Maintenance (advice) ....................................237Map reading lamps ...............................118, 220Markings, identification.................................252Mat................................................................125Menu, main...................................................316
M
Navigation............................................265,266Number plate lamps..............................217,218
N
K
Keeping children safe.... 130-132,139,141,155Key in ignition warning....................................92Key with remote control......................90-92,95
Labels, identification.....................................252Lamps, front..................................................213Lamps, rear...................................................r217Lamps, warning and indicator.............r32,36, 37Leather (care)................................................237LED daytime running lamps..................113, 216Level, brake fluid...........................................191Levels and checks..................................189-193Lighting, guide-me home.......................111, 112Lighting, interior............................r118,119, 220Lighting bulbs (replacement).........213, 217-219Lighting control stalk .....................................108Lighting dimmer..............................................r46Loading............................................................24Load reduction mode ....................................232Locating your vehicle......................................92Locking from the inside...................................99LPG...............................................................246Luggage retaining strap................................126
L
Jack...............................................................205JACK socket .................................299,320,322
J
Indicators, direction......................................146Inflating accessories (using the kit)..............198Inflating tyres ..................................................24
Inputs for audio system ................299,320,322Instrument panel lighting................................ 46Instrument panels .....................................28,30Instrument panel screen ...................28,30, 173Interior fittings.......................................122, 123Interior lamp..................................................118Interior mood lighting....................................119ISOFIX...........................................................141ISOFIX child seats........................139,141, 142ISOFIX mountings.................................139, 142
IMini fuel level................................................102Mirror, rear view..............................................87Mirrors, door....................................................r86Misfuel prevention .........................................104Motorway function (direction indicators).......146Mountings for ISOFIX seats .................139, 142MP3 CD .........................................................319Music media players.....................................294
O
Oil filter..........................................................r194Oil level....................................................45, 191Opening the bonnet......................................187Opening the boot....................................90,101Opening the doors...........................90,98,100Opening the fuel filler flap.............................102Operation indicator lamps .........................32,36

343Alphabetical index
R P
Paint colour code..........................................252Paintwork, matt.............................................237Parcel shelf, rear...........................................r127Parking brake........................................162, 195Parking sensors, rear....................................r182Particle emission filter...........................r192-194Passenger compartment filter......................r194
Player, CD MP3.............................................319Port, USB.............................124, 299,320,322Priming the fuel system................................188Protecting children........................130-132,137,139,141, 142, 155Puncture........................................................198
Radio ............................................. 291, 292,317Rear foglamp.........................................217,218Rear screen (demisting)..................................76Recharging the battery.................................228Reduction of electrical load..........................232Regeneration of the particle emissions filter.....r194Reinitialising the electric windows ..................96Reinitialising the remote control .....................94Remote control ....................................90, 91,95Removing a wheel........................................208Removing the mat.........................................125Repair kit, puncture.......................................198Replacing bulbs.............................213, 217-219
Safety for children.................................137,142Scented air freshener.....................................r77Screen, colour 16/9.........................................61Screen, colour and mapping ................263, 302Screen, monochrome ...................316,326,328Screen, multifunction (with audio equipment).....................54,57,61Screen-wash reservoir.................................. 192Screen menu map........................302,326,328Screenwash..................................................115Screenwash fluid level..................................192Seat, rear bench.............................................84Seat adjustment........................................79, 82Seat belts ......................................136, 151, 153
S
Replacing fuses............................................221Replacing the air filter...................................r194Replacing the oil filter...................................r194Replacing the passenger compartment filter......r194Replacing wiper blades .........................117,232Resetting the service indicator.......................r44Resetting the trip recorder..............................r46Rev counter...............................................r28, 30Reversing lamp.....................................217, 218Risk areas (update).......................................270Routine checks.....................................194,195Running out of fuel (Diesel) ..........................188
Seats, rear.......................................................r84Serial number, vehicle..................................252Ser vice indicator.............................................r43Servicing.........................................................24Setting the clock.................................54, 57, 61Shor t-cut menus ...........................................264Sidelamps ............................. 108,215, 217,218Side repeater.................................................215Snow chains..................................................212Spare wheel..................................................205Speed limiter.................................................r178Speedometer............................................r28,30Stability control (ESP) ...................................149Starting the vehicle .........................92, 164, 169Steering mounted controls, audio.................315Stopping the vehicle .......................92, 164, 169Stop & Start.......50,73, 102, 174, 187,194, 228Storage..................................................122,123Storage box...................................................127Stowing rings................................................126Sun visor.......................................................r123Synchronising the remote control...................94Synthesiser, voice .........................................276System, navigation ........................................266Systems, ASR and ESP ................................149