Citroen C CROSSER 2008 1.G Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2008, Model line: C CROSSER, Model: Citroen C CROSSER 2008 1.GPages: 216, PDF Size: 4.85 MB
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DIESEL ENGINE
T h i s a l l o w s y o u a c c e s s t o c h e c k t h e l e v e l o f t h e v a r i o u s fl u i d s a n d r e p l a c e c e r t a i n c o m p o n e n t s .
1. Coolant reservoir.
2. P o w e r s t e e r i n g fl u i d r e s e r v o i r .
3. Wash-wipe and headlamp wash
reservoir.
4. B r a k e fl u i d r e s e r v o i r .
5. F u s e b o x .
6. Battery.
7. Dipstick.
8. E n g i n e o i l fi l l e r c a p .
9. A i r fi l t e r .
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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-
s u m p t i o n s h o u l d n o t e x c e e d 0 . 5 l i t r e
per 600 miles (1,000 km). T h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l s h o u l d b e
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.
O n v e h i c l e s w h i c h a r e fi t t e d w i t h a
p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r , t h e f a n m a y
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
w a s h * f l u i d
C h e c k t h e fl u i d l e v e l r e g u l a r l y ,
using the gauge.
* A c c o r d i n g t o c o u n t r y .
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.
O i l s p e c i fi c a t i o n
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommendations. F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h e b r a k e fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e
manufacturer’s recommendations and
f u l fi l t h e D O T 4 s t a n d a r d s .
Draining the circuit
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer’s recommendations.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h i s fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e
manufacturer’s recommendations for
optimum cleaning.
Power steering fluid level
C h e c k t h e fl u i d l e v e l w i t h t h e e n g i n e a t
idle.
C h e c k t h a t t h e p o w e r s t e e r i n g fl u i d l e v e l
is always between the “MAX” and “MIN”
marks and top up if necessary.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h i s fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
I f a l e v e l d r o p s s i g n i fi c a n t l y , h a v e t h e
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 c l o g g e d p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l -
ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours. Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e o i l fi l t e r e a c h t i m e
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
t h e p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r i s c a r r i e d o u t
by a CITROËN dealer.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
i d l e , y o u m a y , e x c e p t i o n a l l y , n o t i c e
the emission of water vapour at the
e x h a u s t o n a c c e l e r a t i o n . T h i s d o e s
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on the
environment.
Avoid any prolonged contact of
u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s w i t h t h e s k i n .
M o s t o f t h e s e fl u i d s a r e h a r m f u l
to health or indeed very corrosive.
D o n o t d i s c a r d u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s i n t o
sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the containers
provided for this purpose in the
CITROËN network. D o n o t d i s c a r d t h e o i l fi l t e r t h r o u g h
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 c l o g g e d p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l -
ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours. Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e o i l fi l t e r e a c h t i m e
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
t h e p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r i s c a r r i e d o u t
by a CITROËN dealer.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at
i d l e , y o u m a y , e x c e p t i o n a l l y , n o t i c e
the emission of water vapour at the
e x h a u s t o n a c c e l e r a t i o n . T h i s d o e s
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on the
environment.
Avoid any prolonged contact of
u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s w i t h t h e s k i n .
M o s t o f t h e s e fl u i d s a r e h a r m f u l
to health or indeed very corrosive.
D o n o t d i s c a r d u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s i n t o
sewers or onto the ground.
Empty used oil into the containers
provided for this purpose in the
CITROËN network. D o n o t d i s c a r d t h e o i l fi l t e r t h r o u g h
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
f o r d e t a i l s o f g e a r b o x m a i n t e -
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
d r o p i n t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i n d i c a t e s
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
q u a l i t y a n d s p e c i fi c a t i o n s . In order to optimise the
operation of units as important
as the braking system,
CITROËN selects and offers very
s p e c i fi c p r o d u c t s .
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 ,
r e m o v e t h e fi x i n g b a n d C and take
out the tool bag
D containing the to-
ols,
grip the jack E in your hand and re-
m o v e i t f r o m i t s fi x i n g p o s i t i o n .
1. Wheelbrace.
Used to remove the wheel trim and
t h e w h e e l fi x i n g b o l t s .
2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Handle.
U s e d t o e x t e n d t h e j a c k .
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
o f i d e n t i c a l s p e c i fi c a t i o n a n d
brand.
When removing the wheel , remove
t h e t r i m fi r s t u s i n g t h e h a n d l e 3 , pulling
at the notch.
W h e n r e fi t t i n g t h e w h e e l , r e fi t t h e t r i m
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 r m l y u s i n g t h e fi x i n g
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
I f y o u r v e h i c l e i s fi t t e d w i t h a l l o y
wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel
w h e n t i g h t e n i n g t h e b o l t s o n fi t t i n g .
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 .
R e fi t t h e p l a s t i c c o v e r 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
I f y o u r v e h i c l e i s fi t t e d w i t h a l l o y
wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel
w h e n t i g h t e n i n g t h e b o l t s o n fi t t i n g .
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 .
R e fi t t h e p l a s t i c c o v e r A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.
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Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
n o t b l o c k t r a f fi c : i f p o s s i b l e , p a r k t h e
vehicle on level, stable and non-
slippery ground.
Apply the handbrake, switch off the
i g n i t i o n a n d e n g a g e fi r s t g e a r t o l o c k
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.
E x t e n d t h e j a c k 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.
R a i s e t h e v e h i c l e u n t i l t h e r e i s s u f fi -
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”
s p a r e w h e e l , d o n o t e x c e e d a s p e e d
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 t t e d w i t h t h e a n t i -
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
t y r e s fi t t e d o n s t e e l w h e e l r i m s , i t
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 t t e d w i t h t h e a n t i -
theft socket 5.
Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.