2023 CITROEN C4 oil filter

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Eco-driving
Eco-driving
Eco-driving refers to a range of everyday
practices that allow the motorist to optimise
the vehicle's energy consumption (fuel and/or
electricity) and CO
2 emissions.
Optimise your use of the gearbox
With a manual gearbox, move off gently and
change up promptly. While accelerating, change
up early.
With an automatic gearbox, favour automatic
mode. Do not depress the accelerator pedal
heavily or suddenly.
The gear shift indicator prompts you to engage
the most suitable gear. Whenever this indication
is displayed on the instrument panel, follow it
straight away.
With an automatic gearbox, this indicator
appears only in manual mode.
Drive smoothly
Maintain a safe distance between vehicles, use
engine braking rather than the brake pedal and
press the accelerator gradually. These practices
help to save on energy consumption, reduce
CO
2 emissions and decrease general traffic
noise.
When the traffic is flowing smoothly, select the
cruise control.
Control the use of electrical equipment
Before moving off, if the passenger compartment
is too warm, ventilate it by opening the windows
and air vents before using the air conditioning.
At speeds above 31
mph (50 km/h), close the
windows and leave the air vents open.
Consider using equipment that can help keep
the temperature in the passenger compartment
down (e.g.
sunroof blind, window blinds).
Unless automatically regulated, switch off the air
conditioning as soon as the desired temperature
has been reached.
Switch off the demisting and defrosting functions,
if they are not managed automatically.
Switch off the heated seat as soon as possible.
Adapt your use of the headlamps and/or
foglamps to the level of visibility, in accordance
with current legislation in the country in which
you are driving.
Avoid running the engine before moving off,
particularly in winter (other than in severe wintry
conditions: temperature below -23°C). The
vehicle will warm up much faster while driving.
As a passenger, avoid connecting your
multimedia devices (e.g.
film, music, video
game) to help reduce the consumption of energy.
Disconnect all portable devices before leaving
the vehicle.
Limit the causes of excess consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle. Place the
heaviest items in the boot as close as possible to
the rear seats. Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and
minimise wind resistance (e.g.
roof bars, roof
rack, bicycle carrier, trailer). Preferably, use a
roof box.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit
summer tyres.
Comply with the servicing instructions
Check tyre pressures regularly, with the tyres
cold, referring to the label in the door aperture on
the driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
–

before a long journey
.
–

at each change of season.
–


after a long period out of use.
Do not forget the spare wheel and, where
applicable, the tyres on your trailer or caravan.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (e.g.

engine
oil, oil filter, air filter, passenger compartment
filter, etc.). Observe the schedule of operations in
the manufacturer's service schedule.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR system
has a fault, your vehicle will emit pollution. Visit
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
as soon as possible to restore your vehicle's
nitrogen oxide emissions to legal levels.
When filling the fuel tank, do not continue after
the third cut-out of the nozzle, to avoid overflow.
You will only see the fuel consumption of your
new vehicle settle down to a consistent average
after the first 1,900 miles (3,000 kilometres).

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Dashboard instruments
1If a low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to avoid
damage to the engine.
For more information on Checking levels, refer
to the corresponding section.
Oil gauge malfunction
This is indicated by the display of " OIL_ _"
or by the message "Oil level measurement
invalid " (depending on the instrument panel),
accompanied by the lighting of the Service
warning lamp and an audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a malfunction of the
electric gauge, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check the
engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located in the engine compartment.
For more information on Checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.
Coolant temperature
indicator
Depending on the type of instrument panel, this
information is only available in the instrument
panel's personalisable area.


With the engine running:
– In zone A, the temperature is correct.
–

In zone
B, the temperature is too high. The
associated warning lamp and the STOP
warning
lamp light up in red on the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message and
an audible signal.
You must stop the vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
After switching off the ignition, carefully open the bonnet and check the coolant
level.
For more information on Checking
levels, refer to the corresponding
section.
AdBlue® range indicators
(BlueHDi)
The Diesel BlueHDi engines are equipped with
a system that associates the SCR (Selective
Catalytic Reduction) emissions control system
and the Diesel particle filter (DPF) for the
treatment of exhaust gases. They cannot
function without AdBlue
® fluid.
When the level of AdBlue® falls below the
reserve level (between 1,500 and 0 miles (2,400
and 0

km)), a warning lamp lights up when
the ignition is switched on and an estimate
of the distance that can be travelled before
engine starting is prevented is displayed in the
instrument panel.
The engine starting prevention system required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is empty.
It is then no longer possible to start the
engine until the minimum level of AdBlue
® has
been topped up.
Manual display of driving range
While the driving range is greater than
1,500 miles (2,400 km), it is not displayed
automatically.

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Practical information
Opening
► Open the left-hand front door.



► Pull the interior release lever , located at the
bottom of the door frame, towards you.


► Lift the exterior safety catch and raise the
bonnet.
►

Unclip the stay from its housing and place it
in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.
Closing
► Hold the bonnet and pull out the stay from the
support slot.
► Clip the stay in its housing.
► 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 strongly
recommended that exposure to water (rain,
washing, etc.) be limited.
Engine compartment
The engine shown here is an example for
illustrative 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. Fusebox
6. Air filter
7. Engine oil filler cap
8. Engine oil dipstick
Diesel fuel system
This system is under very high pressure.
All work must be carried out only by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

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Practical information
7AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is
reached.
For more information on the Indicators and in
particular the AdBlue range indicators, refer to
the corresponding section.
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised in
accordance with regulations, you must top up the
AdBlue tank.
For more information on AdBlue
® (BlueHDi),
and in particular the supply of AdBlue, refer to
the corresponding section.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
Manufacturer's service schedule and according
to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and offers
very specific products.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
Check regularly that the terminals are correctly
tightened (versions without quick-release
terminals) and that the connections are clean.
For more information on the precautions
to take before any work on the 12 V
battery, refer to the corresponding section.
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out only by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Passenger compartment
filter
Depending on the environment and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,
city driving), change it twice as often, if
necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter
can adversely affect air conditioning
system performance and generate
undesirable odours.
Air filter
Depending on the environment and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,
city driving), change it twice as often, if
necessary .
Oil filter
Change the oil filter each time the engine
oil is changed.
Particle filter (Diesel)
/ The start of clogging of the
particle filter is indicated by the
temporary lighting of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an alert message.
As soon as traffic conditions allow, regenerate
the filter by driving at a speed of at least 37
mph
(60

km/h), with an engine speed above 2,500
rpm, for about 15 minutes (until the warning lamp
goes out).
If it is not possible to reach 37
mph (60 km/h),
leave the engine running at idle for about 15
minutes, then drive with an engine speed above
2,500 rpm for 15 minutes.
Do not switch off the engine until the filter
is fully regenerated; repeated intervals
can degrade the engine oil prematurely.
Regenerating the filter while the vehicle is
stationary is not recommended.

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Practical information
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle, you
may, in exceptional circumstances, notice
water vapour coming from the exhaust while
accelerating. These emissions have no
impact on the vehicle’s behaviour and the
environment.
New vehicle
During the first few particle filter
regeneration operations, you may notice a
"burning" smell. This is perfectly normal.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Drive selector
The drive selector does not require any maintenance.
Manual parking brake
If you notice excessive brake lever travel
or decreased effectiveness, the parking
brake must be adjusted, even between two
services.
This system must be checked 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, do not hesitate to have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
For more information on the Electric
parking brake, refer to the
corresponding section.
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.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the
brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads
are worn.
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and
defrost them.
Brake disc/drum wear
For any information on checking brake
disc/drum wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Wheels and tyres
The inflation pressure of all tyres, including the spare wheel, must be
checked on "cold” tyres.
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven
for more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles
(10 kilometres) at over 31 mph (50
km/h), add
0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values indicated on the
label.
Under-inflation increases energy
consumption. Non-compliant tyre
pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely
and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's
road holding - risk of accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the
braking and road holding performance of the
vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the
tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as
the presence of the valve caps.
When the wear indicators no longer appear set
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is
less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as
possible.
Using different size wheels and tyres from those
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel
rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer
reading and have an adverse effect on road
holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause the ESC to mistime.

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Alphabetical index
E
EBFD 77
Eco-driving (advice)
8
ECO mode

105
Electric windows

42
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

77
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

78
Emergency call

75–76
Emergency switching off

97–98
Emergency warning lamps

74, 180
Emissions control system, SCR

22, 175
Energy economy (mode)

168
Energy economy mode

168
Energy flows

23, 28, 30
Energy recovery

23, 104
Engine

175
Engine compartment

170
Engine, Diesel

152, 170, 180, 200
Engine, petrol

170, 198
Engines

197–198, 200
Environment

8, 38, 94
ESC (electronic stability control)

77
Expanded traffic sign recognition

11 4
Exterior lighting

68
F
Fatigue detection 136–137
Favourite driving functions
111
Filling the AdBlue® tank

173, 176
Filling the fuel tank 152–153
Filter, air
173
Filter, oil

173
Filter, particle

173
Filter, passenger compartment

51, 173
Fitting a wheel

185–186
Fitting roof bars

167–168
Fittings, boot

63
Fittings, interior

59
Flap, fuel filler

152–153
Flashing indicators

66, 188
Floor, boot, adjustable

63
Fluid, brake

172
Fluid, engine coolant

172
Foglamp, rear

65, 190
Foglamps, front

65, 70, 189
Foglamps, rear

191
Folding the rear seats

49–50
Frequency (radio)

241, 263
Fuel

8, 152
Fuel consumption

8
Fuel level, low

152
Fuel (tank)

152–153
Fuses

191
G
Gauge, fuel 152
Gearbox, automatic
101–103, 105, 174, 192
Gearbox, manual

101, 105, 174
Gear lever, manual gearbox

101
Gear shift indicator 106
Glove box
59
G.P.S.

235
H
Hazard warning lamps 74, 180
Headlamps (adjustment)
67
Headlamps, automatic dipping

69–70
Headlamps, automatic operation

67
Headlamps, dipped beam

188
Headlamps, halogen

67, 188
Headlamps, main beam

69, 188
Head restraints, front

45
Head restraints, rear

49–50
Head-up display

12
Heated steering wheel

47
Heating

51–52
Heating, programmable

30, 58
Hi-Fi system

61
High voltage

153
Highway Driver Assist

11 8
Hill start assist

105–106
Histogramme, fuel consumption

29–30
Horn

75
I
Ignition 97, 245, 265
Ignition on
97

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Alphabetical index
N
Navigation 233–235
Navigation, connected
236–238
O
Obstacle detection 137
Oil change
171
Oil consumption

171
Oil, engine

171
On-board tools

64, 180–181
Opening the bonnet

169–170
Opening the boot

33, 35, 40
Opening the doors

35, 39
P
Pads, brake 174
Paint
178, 202
Paint colour code

202
Park Assist

146
Parking brake

98, 174
Parking brake, electric

99–101, 174
Parking (sensors)

137
Parking sensors, audible and visual

137
Parking sensors, front

138
Parking sensors, rear

137
Parking sensors, side

138
Passenger compartment temperature pre-
conditioning (Electric)
30, 58
Pedestrian horn (Electric)

75, 94
Personalisation

11
Plates, identification

202
Player, Apple®

208, 218, 243
Player, USB

207, 217, 242
Port, USB

60, 207, 217, 220, 238, 242
Post Collision Safety Brake

78
Power

23
Power indicator (Electric)

9, 23
Pressures, tyres

174, 182, 203
Pre-tensioning (seat belts)

81
Priming the fuel system

180
Profiles

247, 253
Protecting children

83–89
Proximity Keyless Entry and Start

34
Public fast charging station

156, 162
Puncture

181–182, 184
R
Radar (warnings) 11 0
Radio
206–207, 215–216, 241, 262–263
Radio, digital (Digital Audio Broadcasting -
DAB)

207, 217, 242
Range, AdBlue®

21, 173
RDS

206, 216, 241
Reading lamps

62–63
Rear bench seat

49
Rear screen (demisting)

58
Rechargeable hybrid engine 30
Rechargeable hybrid system
30
Recharging the battery

191, 193
Recharging the traction battery
(Electric)

153, 157, 160, 162–163
Recirculation, air

57
Recorder, trip distance

25
Reduction of electrical load (mode)

169
Regeneration of the particle filter

173
Regenerative braking (deceleration by
engine braking)

103–104
Reinitialising the remote control

39
Reinitialising the under-inflation detection
system

109
Reminder, key in ignition

96
Reminder, lighting on

65–66
Remote control

32–37
Remotely operable functions
(Electric)

30, 58, 163
Removing a wheel

185–186
Removing the mat

62
Replacing bulbs

187–189
Replacing fuses

191
Replacing the air filter

173
Replacing the oil filter

173
Replacing the passenger compartment
filter

173
Reservoir, screenwash

172
Resetting the trip

26
Retractable support

60
Rev counter

10
Reversing camera

110, 139–141, 143–145