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cooling systemPower steering fluid level
The vehicle must be parked on level ground
with the engine cold. Unscrew the cap
integrated with the gauge and check the
level which must be between the MI n and
MA
x marks.
For access to the reservoir filler cap, remove
the protective cover by turning its three
fixing screws a quarter turn, then remove the
second cover fitted to the cap.
topping up
The level must be between the
MI n and
MA x marks on the expansion bottle. If
more than 1 litre of fluid is required to top
up the level, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Windscreen wash and headlamp
wash level
Capacity of the reservoir: approximately
5.5 litres.
For access to the reservoir filler cap, pull on
the telescopic filler pipe and unclip the cap.
For best quality cleaning and to prevent
freezing, this fluid must not be topped up or
replaced with plain water.
In wintry conditions, the use of an alcohol or
methanol based fluid is recommended.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a failure which must be checked by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
as soon as possible.
Only use the fluid recommended by the
manufacturer. Otherwise, you risk seriously
damaging your engine. When the engine
is warm, the temperature of the coolant is
controlled by the engine fan. As this fan can
operate with the ignition key removed and
because the cooling system is pressurised,
wait for at least one hour after the engine
has stopped before carrying out any work.
Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a turn to release
the pressure to prevent any risk of scalding.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level with coolant.
For access to the header tank filler cap,
remove the protective cover by turning its
three fixing screws a quarter turn.
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The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates the
use of a specific 12 V lead-acid battery
with special technology and specification.
The involvement of a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop is essential when
replacing or disconnecting the battery.These operations will keep your vehicle
in good running order. Ask for advice
from a CITROËN dealer or refer to the
maintenance and warranty guide included in
the handbook pack.
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Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Bleeding water from the diesel
filter
If this warning lamp comes on,
bleed the filter, or bleed regularly
each time the engine oil is
changed.
To drain the water out, unscrew the bleed
screw or the water in Diesel sensor, located
at the base of the filter. Leave open until
all of the water has been drained out. Then
tighten the bleed screw or the water sensor.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter
A clogged passenger compartment filter
may reduce the performance of the
air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours. The replacement
intervals for these components are given in
the maintenance and warranty guide.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle
(urban driving...), change them twice as
often if necessary.
Refer to the "Checks - Under the
bonnet" section.
HDi engines use advanced technology.
All work requires a special qualification
which is guaranteed by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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Manual gearbox
Have the level checked in accordance with
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Good practice
Oil filter
Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the style of
driving, in particular for vehicles which are
used in town, over short distances. It may
be necessary to check the thickness of the
pads, even between services.
Brake disc wear
For any information on checking the brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Parking brake
Where the parking brake travel is too great
or there is a reduction in the performance
of the system, the parking brake should be
adjusted, even between services.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
If this warning lamp comes on,
have the brake pad wear checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. In order to avoid damaging the
electrical units, we strongly advise you
not to use high pressure washing to clean
the engine compartment.
After washing the vehicle dampness, or in
winter, ice may form on the brake discs and
pads: braking efficiency may be reduced.
Make some light brake applications to dry
and de-ice the brakes. Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent quality
and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as
important as the braking system, CITROËN
selects and offers specific products.
Change the filter regularly, in accordance
with the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
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Operating fault
If this alert persists, do not ignore the
warning; it indicates that a fault has occurred
in the exhaust / particle filter system.
Have the whole system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If there is risk of blockage of the
filter, this warning lamp comes on
in the instrument panel.
Saturation /
r
egeneration
Because of the higher exhaust
gas temperature resulting from the
normal operation of the particle filter, it is
recommended that you do not park the
vehicle over inflammable materials (grass,
dry leaves, pine needles,

...) so as to avoid
any risk of fire.
Particle filter system (diesel)
An addition to the catalytic converter, this
filter makes an active contribution to the
preservation of air quality by the retaining
of the unburnt pollutant particles. Black
exhaust fumes are thus no longer emitted.
Operation
This filter, fitted in the exhaust system,
accumulates particles of soot. The engine
management unit controls the automatic
periodic elimination of the soot particles
(regeneration).
The regeneration procedure is invoked
according to the quantity of particles
accumulated and the driving conditions
of the vehicle. During this phase, you
may notice some unusual phenomena -
increased idling speed, cooling fan running,
increase in smoke and higher exhaust gas
temperature
- which does not affect the
operation of the vehicle or the environment. 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. To regenerate the filter, it is advised to drive
as soon as possible, when traffic conditions
and the law permit, at a speed of at least

40 mph (around 60 km/h), with an engine
speed above 2 000 rpm for about fifteen
minutes (until the warning lamp and/or the
message disappears).
If possible, avoid switching off the engine
before the end of regeneration of the
filter; repeated interruptions could cause
premature deterioration of the engine oil. It
is not recommended to end regeneration of
the filter with the vehicle stationary.
This alert tells you that the particle filter
is starting to fill up (in conditions of urban
driving of exceptionally long duration: low
speeds, traffic jams etc.)
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FuEL SYS t EM cut- OFF
After the collision and before restore
these supplies, check that there is no
fuel leak or sparks, to avoid the risk of fire. In the event of a collision, a device
automatically cuts off the fuel supply
from the engine and cuts off the vehicle's
electrical supply
It triggers operation of the hazard warning
lamps and courtesy lamps, and unlocking of
the doors. To restore the fuel supply, press the first
button, located below the steering wheel.
Then to restore the electrical power
supply, press the second button, located
in the battery compartment under the front
passenger's floor (Minibus).
On other versions, the second button is
replaced by a fuse; contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Fault with the Scr system
The diagnostic warning lamp
comes on.
Every time the ignition is
switched on, the emissions fault
is confirmed by an audible signal and a
message.
If it is a temporary fault, the alert disappears
as soon as the exhaust emissions return to
the levels required by the standard. Fault confirmed
In addition to the previous signals, the
remaining range allowed will be displayed in
miles (kilometres) in the instrument panel.
The alert will be repeated every 30 seconds
with an update of the driving range.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
You risk not being able to start the engine.
Starting prevented, having covered the
250 miles (400 km)
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etection
At each attempt at starting,
the alert is activated and the
message on starting prevention is
displayed.
On the other hand, if the warning lamp
is still on after 30 miles (50 km) of
driving, the fault is confirmed.
An engine start prevention system
will be activated automatically after
250

miles (400 km) travelled following this
confirmation.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
AdBlue® additive
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refilling / topping-up the
AdBlue® additive
Precautions to take
Use only AdBlue® additive that meets the
ISO 22241 standard.
The AdBlue
® additive is an urea-based
solution.
This liquid is non-flammable, colourless and
odourless.
To be kept in a cool area.
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ontainers (5 or 10 litres) and
bottles

(1.89 litres) of AdBlue
®
Please check the use-by date.
Read the instructions on the label.
Ensure that you have a suitable filler pipe,
which may or may not be supplied with the
container. Park the vehicle
-

Before topping-up, ensure that the

vehicle is parked on a flat and level
surface.
Open the filler
-
Open the fuel filler flap.
-

T
urn the blue cap a 6
th of a turn anti-
clockwise.
-

Remove the blue cap downwards.
top-up
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Obtain a bottle of
AdBlue
®. After first
checking the use-by date, read carefully
the instructions on use on the label
before pouring the contents of the bottle
into your vehicle's AdBlue
® tank.
Important: if your vehicle's AdBlue
®
tank is completely empty - which is
confirmed by the alert messages and the
impossibility of starting the engine, you
must add at least 3.8 litres (so two 1.89 litre
bottles).
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After emptying the bottle, wipe away any

spillage around the tank filler using a
damp cloth.
If any additive is split or splashed,
wash immediately with cold water or
wipe with a damp cloth.
If the additive has crystallised, clean it off
using a sponge and hot water.
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A. Positive metal point on your vehicle
B.
Slave battery
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Earth on your vehicle
Make connections only to the points


indicated and illustrated above. Failure
to observe this instruction introduces
the risk of short-circuit!Starting from another battery
B
A
tt

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r
Y
c
harging the battery using
a charger
- Connect the red cable to the metal
point
A then to the positive (+) terminal


of the slave battery B .
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Connect one end of the green or black

cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
slave battery B .
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Connect the other end of the green or

black cable to the earth point
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on your

vehicle.
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Operate the starter
, let the engine run.
-

W
ait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables. -
Go to the battery located in the front left
floor.
-

Disconnect the battery
.
-

Follow the instructions for use given by

the battery charger manufacturer.
-

Reconnect starting with the negative (-)

terminal.
-

Check that the terminals and connectors

are clean. If they are covered with
sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them.
Discharged battery