Citroen C CROSSER 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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DIESEL ENGINE
This allows you access to check the level of the various fl uids and replace certain components.

1. Coolant reservoir.

2. Power steering fl uid reservoir .

3. Wash-wipe and headlamp wash
reservoir.

4. Brake fl uid reservoir.

5. Fuse box.

6. Battery.

7. Dipstick.

8. Engine oil fi ller cap.

9. Air fi lter.

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CHECKING LEVELS Brake fluid level 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.
Oil level The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the oil
level indicator on the instrument panel,
or using the dipstick.
Between two oil changes, the con-
sumption should not exceed 0.5 litre
per 600 miles (1,000 km). The brake fl uid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
marks.
If it is not, check the brake pad
wear.
Draining the circuit
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
Coolant level
The coolant level must be
measured when the engine is
cold and should be between
the “LOW” and “FULL” marks.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the ig-
nition off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a
particle emission fi lter, the fan may
operate after the vehicle has been
switched off, even if the engine is
cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work. Wash-wipe and headlamp
wash * fluid
Check the fl uid level regularly,
using the gauge.
* According to country.
Draining the engine
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
Oil specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommendations. Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations and
fulfi l the DOT4 standards.
Draining the circuit
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer’s recommendations.
Fluid specifi cation
This fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations for
optimum cleaning.
Power steering fluid level
Check the fl uid level with the engine at
idle.
Check that the power steering fl uid level
is always between the “MAX” and “MIN”
marks and top up if necessary.
Fluid specifi cation
This fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding circuit checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

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Diesel additive level (Diesel
with particle emission filter)
The minimum level of this additive is in-
dicated by lighting of the service warn-
ing light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunc-
tion display.
Topping up
It is imperative that this additive is
topped up by a CITROËN dealer with-
out delay.
Used products CHECKS
Battery Check the electrolyte level
regularly. If necessary, top up
the level with distilled water.
Check that the terminals are
clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the “Practical information” sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environ-
ment (e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving), re-
place them twice as often if necessary
(refer to the “Engines” paragraph).
A clogged passenger compartment fi l-
ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours. Oil filter
Replace the oil fi lter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that the maintenance of
the particle emission fi lter is carried out
by a CITROËN dealer.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
idle, you may, exceptionally, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on the
environment.
Avoid any prolonged contact of
used oil or fl uids with the skin.
Most of these fl uids are harmful
to health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fl uids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the containers
provided for this purpose in the
CITROËN network. Do not discard the oil fi lter through
public channels, deposit it in the con-
tainers dedicated to this use in the
CITROËN network.
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance with
the servicing booklet and in relation to
your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

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Diesel additive level (Diesel
with particle emission filter)
The minimum level of this additive is in-
dicated by lighting of the service warn-
ing light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunc-
tion display.
Topping up
It is imperative that this additive is
topped up by a CITROËN dealer with-
out delay.
Used products CHECKS
Battery Check the electrolyte level
regularly. If necessary, top up
the level with distilled water.
Check that the terminals are
clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the “Practical information” sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environ-
ment (e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving), re-
place them twice as often if necessary
(refer to the “Engines” paragraph).
A clogged passenger compartment fi l-
ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours. Oil filter
Replace the oil fi lter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that the maintenance of
the particle emission fi lter is carried out
by a CITROËN dealer.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
idle, you may, exceptionally, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on the
environment.
Avoid any prolonged contact of
used oil or fl uids with the skin.
Most of these fl uids are harmful
to health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fl uids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the containers
provided for this purpose in the
CITROËN network. Do not discard the oil fi lter through
public channels, deposit it in the con-
tainers dedicated to this use in the
CITROËN network.
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance with
the servicing booklet and in relation to
your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

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Manual gearbox Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of gearbox mainte-
nance.
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 on the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn. Brake disc wear status
For any information relating
to checking of the brake
disc wear status, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Handbrake If the handbrake travel is too
long or if you notice a loss of
effectiveness of this system,
the handbrake must be
adjusted, even between two
services.
This system must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specifi cations. In order to optimise the
operation of units as important
as the braking system,
CITROËN selects and offers very
specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment is
strictly prohibited.
Transfer box and rear
differential Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the service inter-
val for these components.

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CHANGING A WHEEL
The tools are stored in the storage com-
partment in the boot right-hand trim.
To gain access to them:

 open the boot,

 turn button A to the left,

 remove the cover B ,

 remove the fi xing band C and take
out the tool bag
D containing the to-
ols,

 grip the jack E in your hand and re-
move it from its fi xing position.
1. Wheelbrace.
Used to remove the wheel trim and
the wheel fi xing bolts.

2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.

3. Handle.
Used to extend the jack.
List of tools
Other accessories

4. Removable towing eye.
Refer to the “Towing” paragraph.
Access to the tools
Wheel with trim
When changing a wheel,
ensure that the four wheels are
of identical specifi cation and
brand.
When removing the wheel , remove
the trim fi rst using the handle 3 , pulling
at the notch.

When refi tting the wheel , refi t the trim
starting by placing its notch F (indicated
on the back of the trim) opposite the
valve G and press on its periphery with
the palm of your hand.
When storing, take care to secure
the tool bag D fi rmly using the fi xing
band C .
Operating procedure for replacing a
faulty wheel with the spare wheel using
the tools provided with the vehicle.

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Fixing the “space-saving” spare
wheel
If your vehicle is fi tted with alloy
wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel
when tightening the bolts on fi tting.
The wheel is retained by the conical
contact of each bolt.
Access to the spare wheel in
the 7 seat configuration
The “space-saving” spare wheel is in-
stalled on the outside, under the boot,
supported by a metal carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph. Putting the wheel back in place

 Put the wheel back in place in its
carrier.

 Lift the carrier C and reposition the
hook
D .

 Open the lower tailgate (refer to the
“Access” section).

 Remove the plastic cover A using
the handle 3 .

 Unscrew the spare wheel carrier re-
taining bolt B using the wheel brace

1 .

 Close the lower tailgate (refer to the
“ Access” section).

 Lift the carrier C to detach the hook

D then allow it to lower.
 Tighten the spare wheel carrier
retaining bolt B fully using the
wheelbrace
1 .

 Refi t the plastic cover A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.
Removing the wheel

 Open the tailgate and the lower tail-
gate (refer to the “Access” section).

 Take out the handle 3 (refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph).

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Access to the spare wheel in
the 5 seat configuration
The “steel” spare wheel is installed on
the outside, under the boot, supported
by a winch and a plastic carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph.
Fixing the “steel” spare wheel
If your vehicle is fi tted with alloy
wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel
when tightening the bolts on fi tting.
The wheel is retained by the conical
contact of each bolt.
Removing the wheel

 Open the tailgate and the lower tail-
gate (refer to the “Access” section).

 Take out the handle 3 (refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph).
 Remove the plastic cover A using
the handle
3 . Putting the wheel back in place

 Put the wheel back in place in its
carrier.

 Pass the hook C into the chain.

 Open the lower tailgate (refer to the
“Access” section).

 Unscrew the retaining bolt B fully
using the wheelbrace
1 , to unwind
the winch cable.

 Close the lower tailgate (refer to the
“ Access” section).

 Detach the hook C from the chain.
Unwind the winch cable fully to make
unhooking of the chain easier.
 Tighten the winch retaining bolt B
fully using the wheelbrace
1 .

 Refi t the plastic cover A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.

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Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not block traffi c: if possible, park the
vehicle on level, stable and non-
slippery ground.
Apply the handbrake, switch off the
ignition and engage fi rst gear to lock
the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under
the wheel diagonally opposite the
wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack; use a stand.
Removing the wheel
List of operations

 Fit the anti-theft socket 5 on the
wheelbrace 1 to unlock the anti-theft
bolt.

 Unlock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Place the jack 2 in contact with one
of the two front A or rear
B locations
provided on the underframe, whi-
chever is closest to the wheel to be
changed.

 Extend the jack 2 until its base plate
is in contact with the ground. Ensure
that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location
A
or
B used.

 Raise the vehicle until there is suffi -
cient space between the wheel and
the ground to admit the spare (not
punctured) wheel easily.

 Remove the bolts and store them in
a clean place.

 Remove the wheel.

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After changing a wheel
When using the “space-saving”
spare wheel, do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and
the pressure of the spare wheel
checked by a CITROËN dealer
without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and replace it on the vehicle as soon
as possible.
Fitting the wheel
List of operations

 Lower the vehicle fully.

 Fold the jack 2 and detach it.
 Lock the anti-theft bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fi tted with the anti-
theft socket 5 .

 Lock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Store the tools (refer to the
paragraph “Access to the tools”).
Fitting snow tyres
If you equip your vehicle with snow
tyres fi tted on steel wheel rims, it
is imperative that special bolts
available from your CITROËN dealer
are used.

 Put the wheel in place on the hub.

 Screw in the bolts by hand to the
stop.

 Pre-tighten the anti-theft bolt using
the wheelbrace 1 fi tted with the anti-
theft socket 5.

 Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.