2016 Citroen C3 PICASSO coolant reservoir

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Petrol engines
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A

i r f i l t e r.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.


Battery.
6.
F

usebox.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
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Diesel engine
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A

i r f i l t e r.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.


Battery.
6.
F

usebox.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.The Diesel fuel system operates under
high pressure:
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N
ever carry out any work on this
system yourself.
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H
Di engines make use of advanced
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
specially trained staff, which only a
CITROËN dealer can provide.
To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
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Coolant level
The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never
exceed it.
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.
Coolant specification
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Screenwash fluid level
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.Top up the level when necessary.
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.
Diesel additive level (Diesel
engine with particle filter) Used products
To p p i n g u p
This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay. 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.
The additive reservoir low
level is indicated by fixed
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
warning and a message in the
multifunction screen.
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