2015 Citroen C5 checking oil

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Technical data - Maintenance
Petrol engines 242
Petrol weights 2 43 -244
Diesel engines

2
45 -246
Diesel weights

2
47-250
C ommercial version weights (Tourer)

2
51
Dimensions (Saloon)
2

52-253
Dimensions (Tourer)

2
54-255
Identification markings
2

56
Opening the bonnet

2
31
Petrol under-bonnet layout

2
32
Diesel under-bonnet layout

2
33 -234
Running out of fuel - Diesel

1

87
Checking the levels

2

35 -238
-

oil
-


brake fluid
-


power steering fluid
-


coolant
-


screenwash / headlamp wash fluid
V

ery cold climate protection

2

25
Changing bulbs
1

99-209
-

front
-


rear
-


interior C

hecking components
23
9-241
-

battery
-


air / passenger compartment filter
-


oil filter
-


particle emission filter (Diesel)
-


brake pads / discs
B

atter y
21
6 -218
Energy economy mode

2
19
Engine compartment

fuses
21

0, 214 -215
over view

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Engine oil level indicator*
On versions fitted with an electric oil level
indicator, the state of the engine oil level is
displayed in the instrument panel for a few
seconds, after the servicing information.
The level read will only be correct if the vehicle
is on level ground and the engine has been off
for more than 30 minutes.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.
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.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Oil level indicator fault
* Depending on version.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.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Oil level incorrect
This is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Monitoring

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The various caps and covers allow access for
checking fluid levels and for replacing certain
components.1.6i THP
1.6i V Ti
Petrol engines
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
2. P ower steering fluid reservoir or power
steering and 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 115 / e- HDi 115
HDi 140
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 reservoir.
2.
P

ower steering fluid reservoir or power
steering and suspension fluid reservoir,
depending on equipment.
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.
As the Diesel fuel system operates
under high pressure, never carry out
any work yourself on this system.
Vehicles fitted with the HDi 140
engine may be fitted with metal spring
suspension. In this case, a different
power steering fluid reservoir is fitted.
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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 with an electric oil
level gauge, 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 minutes.
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
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine"
section for the location of the dipstick in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
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 = M
aX
B

= MI
n
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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
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine"
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
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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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for the checking interval for this component.
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the level checking interval for this
component.
Particle filter system
(Diesel)
Complementary to the catalytic converter,
this filter makes an active contribution to the
preservation of air quality by trapping unburnt
pollutant particles. Black exhaust fumes are
thus no longer emitted.
After prolonged idling or driving at very low
speeds, you may occasionally notice water
vapour being emitted from the exhaust when
accelerating. This is of no consequence to the
running of the vehicle or to the environment.
If there is risk of blockage, a message
appears in the instrument panel screen,
accompanied by an audible signal and
illumination of the service warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle filter
is approaching saturation (in conditions
of urban driving of exceptionally long
duration: low speeds, traffic jams etc.)
To regenerate the filter, it is advised to
drive as soon as possible, when traffic
conditions permit, at a speed of 40 mph
(around 60 km/h) or more for at least
five minutes (until the alert message
disappears).
If this alert persists, contact a CITR
oËn


dealer or a qualified workshop.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the level checking interval for this
component.
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ABS and EBFD systems .............................15 6ac
cessories .............................. ..................228
Accessory socket, 12 volt

.............................89
A

djusting headlamps
.................................. 14

7
Adjusting head restraints

........................5
8, 66
Adjusting seat belt height

...........................16

0
Adjusting the steering wheel

........................62
A

dvice on care and maintenance
...............2

27
Advice on driving

..............................
............96
Airbags
...............

......................................... 163
Airbags, curtain
................................... 16

5, 167
Airbags, front....................................... 16 4, 167
Airbags, lateral
.................................... 16

5, 167
Airbag warning lamp
..................................... 32
A

ir conditioning
...........................1
3, 68, 69, 73
Air conditioning, dual-zone
........................... 73
A

ir conditioning, mono-zone
.........................69
A

ir diffuser
..................................................... 67
A

ir distribution adjustment
...................... 7
0, 74
ai

r filter
...............
......................................... 239
Air flow adjustment

................................. 7
1, 75
Air intake

...............
.................................. 72, 75
air

recirculation
....................................... 7
2, 75
ai

r vents
..............................
.................... 67, 68
Alarm
............................................................. 44
A

lert / warning log
...................................2
0, 38
al

loy wheels
................................................ 2

27
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

..................15

6
Anti-pinch
.......................................... 4

7, 55, 57
Anti-theft
..............................

.........................97
Armrest, front

................................................ 88
A

rmrest, rear
................................................. 89as

sistance call
............................ 1
55, 257, 258 Capacity, fuel tank
.............................. ........183
CD MP3
................ ............................... 295, 319
Central locking

........................................4
0, 49
Changing a bulb
.................................. 19

9 -209
Changing a fuse
................................... 21

0 -215
Changing a wheel

...............................
.192-197
Changing a wiper blade

..............................15

3
Changing the remote control battery

............42
C

HEC
k ................

..........................................20
Checking levels

...................................23

5-238
Checking the engine oil level
...............

.................................23, 235
Checks
...............

..................................2 31- 2 41
Children
...............................

.........162, 168 -182
Child seats

..............................
............16 8 -181
Child seats, conventional

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

4, 175
Child seats, ISOFIX

.................... 1
78, 180, 181
C
ITR
oËn L

ocalised
as

sistance Call
.................................1
55, 258
C
ITR
oËn L

ocalised
Emergency Call
................................1

55, 258
Cleaning (advice)
........................................ 2

27
Closing the boot

...............................
.............40
Closing the doors

...............................
.....40, 49
Cold climate screen

....................................2

26
Connectors, audio

......... 8
8, 298 -299, 320 -322
Control for panoramic sunroof blind
.........................................5

5, 56
Coolant level
..............................

........... 24, 237
Coolant temperature indicator
...............................

.......................24
Courtesy lamps

.............................................83
C

ruise control
..............................................13

1
Cup holder

...............................
................88, 89
A
B
C
battery .........................................216 -218, 239
Battery, charging ............................... ...217-218
Battery, remote control

........................... 4
2, 43
Blind for panoramic sunroof

....................5
5, 56
Blinds ............................................................. 90
Bluetooth (hands-free)

........................2
82, 323
bl

uetooth (telephone)
..........................2
82, 323
bo

nnet
...............
.......................................... 231
bo

nnet stay
................................................. 2

31
b

oot
........
.................................................52, 53
Boot (fittings)

...............................
............ 91, 92
Brake discs

.................................................. 2

41
Brake lamps

...............................
.........203, 205
Brake pads
...............................

...................2 41
Braking assistance system

................
....................................... 15 6
Audible warning
..........................................
15
5
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)
...............2
98, 325
Audio system
...............................
................
313
Automatic illumination of headlamps
....................................
14
3, 146
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
.......................................... 15
4
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers
............................ 15
0, 152
Auxiliary sockets
.......... 8
8, 298, 299, 320, 322
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