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Instruments
Trip distance recorder
This recorder measures the distance travelled
since it was last reset by the driver.
Resetting the trip recorder
► With the ignition on, press the button until
zeros appear .
Engine coolant temperature
With the engine running, when the needle or bar
graph (depending on version) is:
–
in zone
A, the engine coolant temperature is
correct,
– in zone B, the engine coolant temperature is
too high; the maximum temperature and central
STOP warning lamps come on, accompanied by
an audible signal and a warning message.
You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Checking
After driving for a few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top up the level:
►
wait at least one hour for the engine to cool,
►
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,
►
when the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap,
►
top up the level to the "MAX" mark.
For more information on Checking levels
, refer
to the corresponding section.
Be aware of the risk of scalding when
topping up the coolant. Do not fill above
the maximum level (indicated on the
reservoir).
Engine oil level indicator
On versions fitted with an electric oil gauge, the
state of the engine oil level is displayed on the
instrument panel for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on, at the same time as 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 a message on the instrument
panel.
Low oil level
This is indicated by a message on the instrument
panel.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to avoid
damaging the engine.
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Practical information
7► Lower the bonnet and release it near the end
of its travel.
►
Pull on the bonnet to check that it is locked
correctly
.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water (rain,
washing, etc.) be limited.
Engine compartment
The engine represented is an example given for
illustration purposes only.
The locations of the following elements may
vary:
–
Air filter
.
–
Engine oil dipstick.
–
Engine oil filler cap.
Petrol engine
Diesel engine
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery / Fuses
5. Remote earth point (-)
6. Fusebox
7. Air filter
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Engine oil dipstick
The Diesel fuel system operates under
very high pressure.
All work on this circuit must be carried out
only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Checking levels
Check all of the following levels regularly in
accordance with the manufacturer's service
schedule. Top them up if required, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The fluids must comply with the manufacturer's requirements and with
the vehicle's engine.
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).
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and
very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the containers reserved
for this purpose at a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Engine oil
The level is checked, with the engine having been switched off for at least 30
minutes and on level ground, either using the oil
level indicator in the instrument panel when the
