engine coolant Citroen C CROSSER 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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1. Speedometer.

2. Left-hand direction indicator and
hazard warning lights indicator
light.

3. Main beam headlamps indicator
light.

4. Diesel pre-heating indicator light.

5. Side lights indicator light.

6. Front fog lamps indicator light.

7. Seat belt not fastened / unfastened
warning light.
DIESEL MANUAL GEARBOX INSTRUMENT PANEL

18. Instrument panel display:
- Warning and status displays.
- Total and trip distance recorders.
- Service indicator.
- Coolant temperature.
- Displaying of the trip computer information.
- Cruise control reference value.
- Fascia lighting and parameter settings.
- Fuel level.
- Exterior temperature.
- Transmission mode.

8. Rear fog lamps indicator light.

9. Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light.

10. Battery charge fault warning light.

11. Handbrake applied and brake fl uid
level warning light.

12. Cruise control mode indicator light.

13. Air bags warning light.

14. Engine management warning light.

15. Indicator light for right-hand
direction indicator,
Hazard warning lights indicator
light.

16. Rev counter.

17. Fascia lighting rheostat.
Panel grouping together the dials and
warning/indicator lights. These inform
the driver of the activation of a system
(operation or deactivation indicator
lights) or of the occurrence of a fault
(warning lights).

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Warning messages (ignition at “ON”)
Message is on
Associated
warning light
Cause Solution - action Observations
ABS
Fixed
Anti-lock braking
system (ABS)
fault. Consult a CITROËN
dealer. The vehicle retains
conventional braking
without assistance
but you are advised
to stop.
Braking
system Fixed
and The level of
brake fl uid in the
reservoir is too
low.
Stop and top up,
otherwise contact a
CITROËN dealer. If the message
remains on after
topping up, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Braking system
fault. Consult a CITROËN
dealer.
It is essential
to stop.
Handbrake on
Fixed
You have moved
off with the
handbrake still
applied.
Release the handbrake.

Coolant
temperature Flashing -
High engine
temperature. If the message
fl ashes ,
wait for the engine to
cool before topping up
the level, if necessary.
It is essential to
stop your vehicle in
a safe place.
Flashing If the message
fl ashes
and the service
warning light comes
on , contact a CITROËN
dealer without delay.
Seat belt
Fixed
The driver has
not fastened or
has unfastened
his seat belt.
Fasten your seat belt. An intermittent
audible signal is
heard above 5 mph
(8 km/h).

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The total distance is
displayed in zone 1
of the display and the
trip distance in zone 2
(refer to the “Distance
recorders” section).
Distance recorder (A and B)
INFORMATION ON THE
INSTRUMENT PANEL DISPLAY
Data displays
With the ignition on, press the
INFO
button, located on the fascia to the
right of the instrument panel, to display
the various information displays in
succession:
- the distance recorder A,
- the distance recorder B,
- the service indicator,
- the coolant temperature,
- the range,
- the trip computer,
- the setting menu. This displays the dis-
tance and the number
of months remaining be-
fore the next service to
be carried out in accord-
ance with the manufac-
turer’s servicing sched-
ule (refer to the “Service
indicator” section).
Service indicator
When the engine is
running, this indicates
the temperature of the
coolant (refer to the
“Coolant temperature
indicator” section).
Coolant temperature
When the engine is run-
ning, this indicates the
number of miles (kilome-
tres) which can still be
travelled with the fuel re-
maining in the tank in re-
lation to the average con-
sumption over the last
few miles (kilometres)
travelled (refer to the “Range” section).
Range
This indicates the aver-
age consumption, the
average speed and the
current consumption (re-
fer to the “Trip computer”
section).
Trip computer

When the vehicle is
stationary , this allows
the user to change the
following parameters
(refer to the “Function
parameters” section):
- the display language,
- the temperature dis- play unit,
- the fuel consumption unit,
- the option to reinitialise the aver- age consumption and the average
speed,
- the break (rest) reminder display in- terval.
Setting menu

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The total distance is
displayed in zone 1 of
the display and the trip
distance in zone 2 .
DISTANCE RECORDERS (A / B)
System for measuring the total distance
travelled by the vehicle during its
service life and the distance travelled in
a day or other period until it is reset to
zero by the driver.
Zero reset
With the ignition on, press the INFO

button for more than 2 seconds until
zeros appear. When the engine is
running, this indicates
the temperature of the
coolant.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE
If the bar is close to
the
critical position
located on the right, the
temperature is too high.
The symbol fl ashes when your engine
is overheating.

It is imperative that you stop your
vehicle safely.

Wait a few minutes before switching
off the engine.
Wait for the engine to cool
before topping up the level. The
cooling system is pressurised.
When the engine is
running , this indicates
the distance which can
still be travelled with the
fuel remaining in the tank
in relation to the average
consumption over the
last few miles/kilometres
travelled.
RANGE
When the range is less than 30 miles
(50 km) , dashes are displayed.
Fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
The display of the range is updated.
As the cooling system is pressurised, 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, if
necessary.
Consult a CITROËN dealer. This fi gure may increase following a
change in the style of driving or the
relief, resulting in a reduction in the
current consumption.
If you only add a few litres, the
value displayed will be incorrect.
Therefore, you must fi ll the tank
whenever possible.
When you disconnect
the battery, the previous
consumption data is lost and
the value displayed will be different
from that displayed before the battery
was disconnected. The distance
displayed must be considered an
approximate indication.

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PETROL ENGINE

1. Wash-wipe and headlamp wash
reservoir.

2. Coolant reservoir.

3. Power steering fl uid reservoir.

4. Brake fl uid reservoir.

5. Fuse box.

6. Battery.
7. “CVT” gearbox gauge.

8. Radiator cap.
9. Dipstick.

10. Engine oil fi ller cap.

11. Air fi lter.
This allows you access to check the level of the various fl uids a
nd replace certain components.

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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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TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, ETC.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Driving advice
The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and the
outside temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
Side wind

 Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.

 To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed. Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
Tyres

 Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended
pressures.
Lights

 Check the electrical signalling on
the trailer.

If this message is
displayed, stop your
vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
If the message fl ashes
slowly, wait for the engine to cool before
topping up the level, if necessary.
If the message fl ashes rapidly, contact
a CITROËN dealer without delay.
Opening of the lower tailgate
is prohibited if a towbar is
being used.
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing
vehicle to more signifi cant stress and
its driver must be particularly careful.
We recommend the use of
original CITROËN towbars
and their harnesses that have
been tested and approved from the
design stage of your vehicle and that
the fi tting of the towbar is entrusted
to a CITROËN dealer.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the electrical pre-
equipment located at the rear of the
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Towbar suited to the attachment of
a trailer or caravan with additional
signalling and lighting.
Distribution of loads

 Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towing
load must be reduced by 10 % of the
GTW and so on for every 1 000 metres
of altitude.
Refer to the “Technical Data” section for
details of the weights and towing loads
which apply to your vehicle.