2015 Citroen C5 RHD brake fluid

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Technical data - Maintenance
Petrol engines 242
Petrol weights 243
Diesel engines 244
Diesel weights 245
Dimensions (Saloon) 246-247
Dimensions (Tourer) 248 -249
Identification markings 250
Opening the bonnet 224
Petrol under-bonnet layout 225
Diesel under-bonnet layout 226
Running out of fuel - Diesel
180
Checking the levels 227-230
- oil
- brake fluid
- power steering fluid
- coolant
- screenwash / headlamp wash fluid
AdBlue additive 234-241
Very cold climate protection
219
Changing bulbs 193-203
- front
- rear
- interior Checking components
231-233
- battery
- air / passenger compartment filter
- oil filter
- particle filter (Diesel)
- brake pads / discs
Batter y 210 -212
Energy economy mode 213
Engine compartment

fuses 204, 208 -209
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Brakingfixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp. The braking 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 ABS
warning lamps.The 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
/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
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.
Electric parking
brake flashing.
The electric parking brake is not
applied automatically.
The application/release is faulty. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park on flat level ground, engage a gear (or place the
lever in position P for an automatic gearbox), switch
off the ignition and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Electric parking
brake fault fixed.
The electric parking brake has a fault. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.
Monitoring

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Manual parking brake
Mechanical device for immobilising the vehicle when stationary.This warning lamp comes on if the
parking brake is engaged or not fully
released.
If the parking brake is released, the
illumination of this warning lamp along with
the STOP warning lamp indicates that the
brake fluid level is low or a fault with the brake
force distributor.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Application
F Pull the parking brake lever up to
immobilise your vehicle.
To facilitate the action on the lever, you are
recommended to press the brake pedal at the
same time.
Release
F Press on the end of the lever whilst pulling
it then lower it fully.
In all circumstances, as a precautionary
measure, engage first gear.
On steep gradients, turn the steering
wheel towards the pavement.
Driving

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The various caps and covers allow access for
checking fluid levels and for replacing certain
components.THP
Petrol engines
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash fluid
reservoir.
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
or
or power steering and Hydractive III +
suspension fluid reservoir.
3. Engine coolant header tank.
4. Engine oil dipstick.
5. Engine oil filler cap.
6. Brake fluid reservoir.
7. Battery.
8. Air filter.
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Checks

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Diesel engines
HDi 160
BlueHDi 150 / BlueHDi 180
The various caps and covers allow access
for checking fluid levels, for replacing certain
components and for priming the fuel system.
1.
Screenwash and headlamp wash fluid
reservoir.
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
or
power steering and Hydractive III +
suspension fluid reservoir.
3. Engine coolant header tank.
4. Engine oil dipstick.
5. Engine oil filler cap.
6. Air filter.
7. Brake fluid reservoir.
8. Battery.
The Diesel fuel system operates under
high pressure:
- Never carry out any work on this
system yourself.
- HDi engines make use of advanced
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
specially trained staff, which only a
CITROËN dealer can provide.
Checks

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Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Power steering or power
steering and suspension
fluid level
For topping up, it is necessary to go
to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never
exceed it.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be replaced at
routine services.
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.
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. When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
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Checks

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Brake pads
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Manual parking

brake
Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Electric parking
brake
This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in the
event of a problem, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
For more information, refer to the
"Electric parking brake - Operating
faults" section.
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Identification, vehicle .................................... 250
Ignition ............................................................. 97
Immobiliser, electronic .............................. 49, 97
Indicator, coolant temperature ........................21
Indicator, engine oil level ........................24, 227
Indicator, engine oil temperature ....................21
Indicator lamps, operation ........................26-36
Indicators, direction ...................................... 148
Inflating tyres .......................................... 12, 250
Instrument panels ........................................... 14
Internet .......................................................... 294
Internet browser ............................................ 295
Isofix mountings ............................................ 172
Hazard warning lamps,
automatic operation .................................... 148
Headlamp adjustment ................................... 141
Headlamps, automatic illumination ........................................... 137, 140
Headlamps, dipped beam .....................136, 193
Headlamps, directional ......................... 141, 143
Headlamps, main beam ........................136, 193
Headlamps, Xenon ....................................... 193
Headlamp wash ............................................ 145
Head restraints, front ................................64, 66
Head restraints, rear ....................................... 71
Heating ................................................ 74, 75, 79
Hill start assist ............................................... 108
Horn ............................................................... 149
I
J
K
Jack ............................................................... 185
Jukebox ......................................................... 285
Key with remote control ............................................... 45 - 49, 97
Kit, hands-free ...................................... 300, 324
Kit, temporary puncture repair ........................................................... 181
L
Labels, identification ..................................... 250
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) .......................................... 128
Level, AdBlue
® additive ................................. 234
Level, brake fluid ........................................... 229
Level, Diesel additive .................................... 230
Level, engine coolant ..............................21, 229
Level, engine oil ...................................... 24, 227
Level, headlamp wash ............................................................ 230
Level, power steering fluid ............................................................. 229
Levels and checks ................................ 225 -230
Fuel
................................................... 12, 177, 179
Fuel consumption ............................................ 12
Fuel tank ........................................................ 178
Fusebox, battery compartment .............................................. 204
Fusebox, dashboard ..................................... 205
Fusebox, engine
compartment .............................................. 208
Fuses ............................................................. 204
G
Gauge, fuel.............................................. 21, 177
Gearbox,
automatic ....................... 12, 110, 115, 212, 232
Gearbox, manual .................... 12, 109, 115, 232
Gear efficiency indicator ...................................................... 114
Gear lever, automatic gearbox ....................................................... 11 0
Gear lever, manual gearbox ....................................................... 109
Glove box ........................................................ 86
H
Hazard warning
lamps .......................................................... 148
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