engine CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2017 Handbook (in English)

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Topping-up the engine oil level
Oil grade
The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and comply with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location
of the oil filler cap on your vehicle.
F
U
nscrew the oil filler cap to access the filler
opening.
F

A
dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter checking and topping up, carefully
refit the oil filler cap and return the dipstick
to its housing.
Engine oil change
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emissions control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Brake fluid level
The level of this liquid should be
close to the "MA X" mark. If it is not,
check the brake pad wear.
Draining the circuit
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
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Coolant level
The check and top-up must only be done with
the engine cold.
A low coolant level presents a risk of serious
damage to your engine.
The coolant level should be close to the "MA X"
mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the "MIN" mark,
it is essential to top-up.
When the engine is hot, the temperature of the
coolant is regulated by the fan.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out any
work.
To avoid the risk of scalding when you need to
top-up in an emergency, place a cloth around
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to
allow the pressure to drop.
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top-up the level.Check the coolant level regularly.
It is normal to top up the fluid
between two services.
Fluid specification
The fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might be
caught by the fan blades.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up the level when necessary.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you
use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.
Diesel additive level (Diesel
engine with particle filter)
A low additive level is indicated by illumination
of the service warning light, accompanied by an
audible warning and a message in the screen
(if a display screen is fitted).
To p p i n g u p
This additive must be topped-up by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health
or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a
CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop and dispose of in
the containers made available for this
purpose.
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Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's
service schedule and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
12 V battery
For more information and the precautions to
take before starting work on the 12 V batter y,
refer to the corresponding section. The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check regularly that the
terminals are correctly tightened
(versions without quick release
terminals) and that the connections
are clean.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g.
city driving), replace them twice as often if
necessary
.
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours. Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for these
components.
Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of
the replacement interval for this
component.
Particle filter (Diesel)
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at
least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning light
goes off.
If the warning light stays on, this indicates a low
additive level; refer to “Diesel additive level”
section. or
The start of saturation of the particle
filter is indicated by the fixed
illumination of this warning light
accompanied by a warning message
in the screen (if a display screen is
fitted).
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell, which
is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does not
affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)
On vehicles fitted with HDi engines, the fuel
system must be primed if you run out of fuel.
For more information about the Engines, in
particular the location of the different parts
under the bonnet, refer to the corresponding
section.
For more information on Diesel misfuel
prevention , refer to the corresponding section.
If the engine does not start the first time,
don't keep trying, but start the procedure
again from the beginning.HDi 92 engine
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of diesel.
F

O
pen the engine bonnet.
F

O
perate the priming pump repeatedly until
resistance is felt (there may be resistance
at the first press).
F

O
perate the starter until the engine starts
(if the engine does not start at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).
F

I
f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F

C
lose the bonnet again.
BlueHDi engines
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel.
F

S
witch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
F

W
ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
F

R
epeat the operation 10 times.
F

O
perate the starter to run the engine.
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Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot, under
t h e f l o o r.
Depending on the engine, the spare wheel is
a standard wheel or the "space-saver" type
(BlueHDi 100).
Removing the wheel
F Unclip the tool storage box (standard spare wheel).
F

L
oosen the central nut.
F

R
emove the fastening device (nut and bolt).
F

R
aise the spare wheel towards you from
the rear.
F

T
ake the wheel out of the boot.
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Fuse in the engine
compartment
The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery (left-hand side).
Access to the fuses
F Unclip the cover
F C hange the fuse.
F

W
hen you have finished, close the cover
very carefully to ensure correct sealing of
the fusebox. Fuse no.
Rating Functions
F14 15 AHeated lower windscreen.
F15 5 AAir conditioning compressor.
F16 15 AFront fog lamps.
F18 10 A
Right-hand main beam headlamp.
F19 10 A
Left-hand main beam headlamp.
F29 40 A
Front wiper motor.
F30 80 APre-heater plugs (Diesel).
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12 V battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.
General points
Lead-acid starter batteries
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and must
not, in any circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection
point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid the risk of explosion
or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards. 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.
If you have an electronic or automatic
gearbox, never try to start the engine by
pushing the vehicle.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:
F

O
pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch.
F

S
ecure the bonnet stay.
F

R
emove the plastic cover on the (+)
terminal.
The battery (-) terminal is not accessible. A
remote earth point is located on the engine.
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Starting using another
battery
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a slave battery
(external or on another vehicle) and jump lead
cables or a battery booster.Never try to start the engine by connecting
a battery charger.
Never use a 24 V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
Check beforehand that the slave battery
has a nominal voltage of 12 V and a
minimum capacity equal to that of the
discharged battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off the electrical consumers on
both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, ...).
Ensure that the jump lead cables do not
pass close to moving parts of the engine
(cooling fan, belts, ...).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when
the engine is running. F

R
aise the plastic cover on the (+) terminal,
if your vehicle has one.
F

C
onnect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A (at the
metal elbow) then to the positive terminal
(+) of the slave battery B or the booster.
F

C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
slave battery B or the booster (or earth
point on the other vehicle).
F

C
onnect the other end of the green or black
cable to the earth point C on the broken
down vehicle. F
S tart the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a few
minutes.
F

O
perate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine run.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few moments
before trying again.
F

W
ait until the engine returns to idle then
disconnect the jump lead cables in the
reverse order.
F

R
efit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if
your vehicle has one.
F

A
llow the engine to run for at least
30
minutes, by driving or with the vehicle
stationary, so that the battery reaches an
adequate state of charge.
Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.
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Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of service for a long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F
C
lose all openings (doors, boot, windows).
F

S
witch off all electricity consuming devices
(audio system, wipers, lighting, etc.).
F

S
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
After accessing the battery, you only have to
disconnect the (+) terminal.Rapid lock lug
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
F

R
aise palette A as much as possible to
unlock clamp B .
F

R
emove clamp B by raising it. Reconnecting the (+) terminal
F

R
aise palette A as much as possible.
F

R
eplace clamp B open on the (+) terminal
F

P
ress clamp B up to the stop.
F

L
ower palette A to lock clamp B.
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After reconnecting the
battery
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting
the engine, in order to enable the electronic
systems to initialise.
If minor problems nevertheless persist
following this operation, contact a
CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must reset certain systems yourself, such as:
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T

he key with remote control.
-

T

he date and time.
-

T

he preset radio stations.
On the journey following the initial engine
start-up, the Stop & Start may not be
operational.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the ambient
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8 hours).
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