engine Citroen C1 DAG 2008 1.G Owner's Guide

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CHECKS
CHECKING THE LEVELS
There are two marks
on the dipstick:

A = maximum
If you fi ll past this
mark, contact a
CITROËN dealer.

B = minimum
Never allow the level
to fall below this mark.
Dipstick
Oil change
According to the information given in
the servicing booklet. Changing the brake fluid
The brake fl uid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Use fl uids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfi l DOT4 stan-
dards.
Windscreen wash level
For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we would advise that you
use products recommended by your
manufacturer.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must meet
the manufacturer's requirements. Cooling system
Used oil
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil
with the skin.
Brake fl uid is harmful to health and
very corrosive.
To maintain the reliability of
engines and emission control
systems, the use of additives
in engine oil is prohibited. Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a
turn to release the pressure
to prevent any risk of scald-
ing. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level. Only use the fl uid recom-
mended by the manufac-
turer.
Otherwise, you risk seriously
damaging your engine.
Do not dispose of used oil,
brake fl uid or coolant into
drains or into the ground.
Empty the used oil into the
containers provided for this
purpose in the CITROËN network.
Oil level
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 l per 600 miles
(1 000 km).
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick.
When the engine is warm, the tem-
perature of the coolant is controlled
by the engine fan. As this fan can op-
erate 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.

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CHECKS
CHECKS Oil filter
Change the fi lter regularly, in accor-
dance with the servicing schedule. Only use products recom-
mended by CITROËN or
products of equivalent quality
and characteristics.
In order to optimise the op-
eration of units as important as the
braking circuit, CITROËN selects
and offers specifi c products.
In order to avoid damaging the elec-
trical units, high pressure washing
to clean the engine compartment is
strictly prohibited.
To check the main levels and certain
components, in accordance with the
manufacturer's servicing schedule,
refer to the pages of the servicing
booklet which correspond to your
vehicle's engine.
Battery
At the start of winter, have your bat-
tery checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter
Have the fi lter elements replaced regu-
larly.
If you drive in dusty conditions,
change them twice as often.
Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the style
of driving, in particular for vehicles
which are used in town, over short
distances.
Disc and drum wear status
For any information relating to disc
and drum surface wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer. Manual gearbox
Have the level checked in accor-
dance with the manufacturer's ser-
vicing schedule.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL (DIESEL)
It may be necessary to check
the thickness of the pads,
even between services.
If the engine stops, it is pos-
sible to restart it to drive a
short distance by operating
the pump at least 10 times.
If you run out of fuel, the cir-
cuit must be reprimed:
- fi ll the fuel tank with at least fi ve litres of diesel,
- squeeze and release the manual repriming pump at least 10 times.
This is located under the protective
cover which must fi rst be unclipped
and then removed,
- operate the starter until the en- gine starts.

Notes: if the engine does
not start after approximately
15 seconds of attempts, op-
erate the repriming pump
again approximately fi fteen times be-
fore trying again.
If the emission control warning light has
come on, it will only switch off after your
vehicle has been used several times.
Handbrake
Where the handbrake travel is too
great or there is a reduction in the
performance of the system, the
handbrake should be adjusted, even
between services.
Have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
DIRECTION INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS (WY 5 W AMBER)

 Push the repeater forwards or
rearwards and detach it by pull-
ing towards you.

 Disconnect the bulb holder and
change it.
CHANGING A FUSE
The fuse boxes are located under the
instrument panel trim and next to the
battery in the engine compartment.

Correct
Removing and fitting a fuse
Before changing a fuse, the cause of
the incident must be found and recti-
fi ed.

 Use the pliers A located in the
fuse box under the bonnet.

Incorrect

Pliers A Instrument panel fuse boxes
These are located on each side of
the instrument panel under the trim.

 Turn the steering wheel to the
left, remove bolt B .

 Turn the steering wheel to the
right (do not forget to release the
steering wheel using the key), re-
move bolt C .
Always replace a faulty fuse
with a fuse of the same rat-
ing (same colour).

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
DIRECTION INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS (WY 5 W AMBER)

 Push the repeater forwards or
rearwards and detach it by pull-
ing towards you.

 Disconnect the bulb holder and
change it.
CHANGING A FUSE
The fuse boxes are located under the
instrument panel trim and next to the
battery in the engine compartment.

Correct
Removing and fitting a fuse
Before changing a fuse, the cause of
the incident must be found and recti-
fi ed.

 Use the pliers A located in the
fuse box under the bonnet.

Incorrect

Pliers A Instrument panel fuse boxes
These are located on each side of
the instrument panel under the trim.

 Turn the steering wheel to the
left, remove bolt B .

 Turn the steering wheel to the
right (do not forget to release the
steering wheel using the key), re-
move bolt C .
Always replace a faulty fuse
with a fuse of the same rat-
ing (same colour).

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
DIRECTION INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS (WY 5 W AMBER)

 Push the repeater forwards or
rearwards and detach it by pull-
ing towards you.

 Disconnect the bulb holder and
change it.
CHANGING A FUSE
The fuse boxes are located under the
instrument panel trim and next to the
battery in the engine compartment.

Correct
Removing and fitting a fuse
Before changing a fuse, the cause of
the incident must be found and recti-
fi ed.

 Use the pliers A located in the
fuse box under the bonnet.

Incorrect

Pliers A Instrument panel fuse boxes
These are located on each side of
the instrument panel under the trim.

 Turn the steering wheel to the
left, remove bolt B .

 Turn the steering wheel to the
right (do not forget to release the
steering wheel using the key), re-
move bolt C .
Always replace a faulty fuse
with a fuse of the same rat-
ing (same colour).

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
* Fuses located behind the instrument panel. To change them, contact a CITROËN dealer.

Fuse N° Rating
Functions

1 10 A Brake lights - ABS - "SensoDrive" gearbox

2 25 A Central locking/unlocking

3 20 A Rear screen demisting

4 7.5 A Rear lights - Number plate lights - Instrument panel - Disp lay

5 7.5 A Diagnostic socket

6 7.5 A Rear fog lamp - Instrument panel - "SensoDrive" gearbox

7 - Not used

8 7.5 A ABS - Power steering - Air conditioning - Fan assembly

9 10 A Rear lights - Central locking/unlocking - Electric windows - Rear
screen demisting -
Speedometer - Air conditioning - Heating - Rev counter

10 20 A Front and rear wipers

11 15 A Audio equipment - Electronic engine immobiliser - 12 V socket (120 W max)

12 7.5 A Rear screen demisting - ABS - Fan assembly - Front and rear wipers - Powe
r steering -
Central locking/unlocking - Air conditioning - Electric windows - Speedometer - Rev counter

13 15 A Air bag - Engine control unit - Electronic engine immobiliser - "Se
nsoDrive" gearbox -
Instrument panel

14 7.5 A Air conditioning

15 * 40 A Accessories - Demisting - ABS - Fan assembly relay - Front and rear wipe rs

16 * 30 A Electric windows

17 * 40 A Heating - Air conditioning

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Engine compartment fuse box

 Unclip the cover, pressing on the
right on lug E , to gain access to
the fuses. Your vehicle’s electrical cir-
cuit is designed to operate
with standard or optional
equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer.
Some electrical accessories or the
way in which they are fi tted may have
an adverse effect on the operation of
your vehicle (audio circuit, control cir-
cuit and electrical charging circuit).
CITROËN will not accept any re-
sponsibility for the costs incurred in
repairing your vehicle or for the mal-
functions resulting from the installa-
tion of auxiliary accessories which
were not supplied or recommended
by CITROËN and which were not in-
stalled in accordance with its instruc-
tions, in particular in the case of any
equipment the consumption of which
exceeds 10 milliamps.
The pliers
A and the replacement
fuses B are fi xed at the front of the
box.
When you have fi nished, close the
cover very carefully.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Fuse N° Rating
Functions

1 50 A "SensoDrive" gearbox - Fan assembly (diesel)

2
10 A Headlamps

20 A Headlamps with daytime lights

3 30 A ABS/ESP control unit

4 30 A Ignition switch supply

5 10 A Hazard warning lights - Instrument panel warning lights - Direction indicators

6 10 A Headlamps

7 15 A Courtesy light - Speedometer - Audio equipment - Instrument p anel - Rev counter

8 15 A/25 A Petrol/diesel engine control unit

9 10 A Horn

10 30 A Fan assembly (petrol)

11 50 A ABS/ESP

12 50 A Power steering

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BATTERY
Do not push the vehicle to
start the engine if you have a
"SensoDrive" gearbox.
Before disconnecting the
battery, you must wait for
2 minutes after switching off
the ignition.
Never disconnect a terminal
when the engine is running.
Never charge a battery without fi rst
disconnecting the terminals.
Close the windows and doors before
disconnecting the battery.
After every reconnection of the bat-
tery, switch on the ignition and wait
1 minute before starting to allow the
electronic systems to be initialised. If
slight diffi culties are experienced af-
ter this, please consult a CITROËN
dealer.
To start the vehicle from
another battery:
- Connect the red cable to the posi-
tive (+) terminals of the two bat-
teries,
- Connect the green or black cable to the negative (-) terminals of the
two batteries,
- Operate the starter, let the engine run,
- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then disconnect the cables. It is advisable to disconnect
the battery if the vehicle is
not to be used for a period of
more than one month.
The batteries contain harm-
ful substances such as sul-
phuric acid and lead. They
must be discarded in accor-
dance with the provisions of the law
and must not, in any circumstances,
be discarded with household waste.
Return used batteries to a special
collection point.
To charge the battery using a
battery charger:
- Disconnect the battery,
- Follow the instructions for use
given by the battery charger man-
ufacturer,
- Reconnect starting with the nega- tive (-) terminal,
- Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are
covered with sulphate (white or
greenish deposit), disconnect
them and clean them.

A. Failed battery

B. Slave battery

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle can only be towed at
the front. Lifting (2 wheels only on the
road)
It is preferable to raise the vehicle by
the wheels.

Never use the radiator crossmember.
When your vehicle is be-
ing towed with the engine
switched off, there is no brak-
ing or steering assistance.
Without lifting
(4 wheels on the road)
You should always use a towbar.
The removable towing eye is stored
in the spare wheel, under the boot
carpet.

 Unclip the bottom of the cover,

 Screw in the towing eye until it
locks.
Place the gear lever in posi-
tion N for the "SensoDrive"
gearbox.
FITTING ROOF BARS
When fi tting transverse roof bars,
use the accessories recommended
by CITROËN and follow the manu-
facturer’s fi tting instructions.
For further information, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Please refer to national legis-
lation in order to comply with
the regulations concerning the
transportation of objects which
are longer than the vehicle.
Towing with fours wheels on the road
must be carried out at very low speed
over a very short distance (in accor-
dance with the legislation in force).
In all other cases, your vehicle must
be transported on a trailer.
Vehicles fitted with a manual
gearbox (diesel version)
In the case of vehicles fi tted with a
manual gearbox, the gear lever must
be in the neutral position.
Failure to observe this special condi-
tion may result in damage to certain
braking components and the ab-
sence of braking assistance the next
time the engine is started.
Maximum weight authorised on
the bars, for a loading height not
exceeding 40 cm (except bicycle
carrier): 50 kg.

If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt
the speed of the vehicle to the pro-
fi le of the road to avoid damaging
the roof bars.