brake fluid Citroen C1 2015 1.G Owner's Manual

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Brakingfixed. The braking system fluid level has
dropped significantly. Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
The braking system has a fault. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Warning


/ indicator lamp
State Cause Action

/ Observations
Engine oil
pressure fixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp. The engine oil pressure is too low. Stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Coolant
temperature flashing

(VTi 68 engine only). The temperature of the engine
coolant is increasing. Drive gently.
fixed. The temperature of the engine
coolant is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before
checking up the level; top up if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop.
Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS) fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
d e l ay.
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Monitoring

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1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A

ir filter.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.
B

attery.
6.
F

usebox.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.
Petrol engines
PureTech 82
VTi 68
For access to the brake fluid reservoir
and the fusebox, unclip the plastic cover
at the base of the windscreen, pressing
on the two tongues.
Refer to the "Changing a fuse" section.
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Checks

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The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Topping-up the engine oil
Oil grade
The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to 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 filler cap for access to the
filler orifice.
F

P
our in the oil in small quantities, avoiding
spills onto the engine (risk of fire).
F

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

T
op-up again if necessary.
F

A
fter checking and topping up, carefully
refit the oil filler cap and 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.
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ETG gearbox
The ETG gearbox does not require
any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for information on when this
unit should be checked.
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
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wearOnly use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be
checked, even between two
ser
vices.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
have the condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Checks

249
Easy mode (automatic mode) .........................75
E BA (Emergency braking
assistance)
.................................................. 10

5
EBFD
...............................

......................105, 10 6
Eco-driving
...............................

........................ 8
Economy mode

...............................
..............166
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)
............................. 10

5, 10 6
Electronic engine immobiliser .........................73
Emergency warning lamps
........................... 10

2
Energy economy mode

.................................16

6
Engine compartment
.................................... 17

3
Engine compartment
fusebox
..............................

.........................159
Engine, petrol

................................ 1
37, 173, 179
Environment
..... 8

, 32, 46, 52, 60, 103, 165, 176 Halogen headlamps
......................................14

9
Hands-free kit

..............................
.........202, 235
Hazard warning lamps
.................................. 10

2
Headlamps
...............................

.....................150
Head restraints, rear

.......................................48
H

eating
................
............................... 53, 54, 56
Hill start assist

.................................................80
H

ooks
...............................
...............................67
F
H
Filling with fuel ...................................... 13 6, 137
Fitting a wheel ............................... ................146
Fittings, boot

................................................... 66
F

lashing indicators
................ 1
01, 150, 152, 153
Folding/unfolding the door mirrors

.................49
F

requency (radio)
..........................1
92, 193, 230
Front seats
..............................

........................45
Fuel .............................................. 8, 25, 136, 137
Fuel consumption
................................8

, 25, 136
Fuel gauge

...................................................... 25
F

uel tank........................................................ 13 6
Fusebox, dashboard
..................................... 15

6
Fuses
................

............................................. 15 4 Interior lamp

...............................
.....................
98
iPhone connection
...............................
..
210 -212
ISOFIX
...............
....................................
13 0 -13 3
ISOFIX mountings ................................. 13 0, 13 3
E
Gearbox - ETG ............................... ..... 8, 75, 178
Gearbox, manual .......................... 8 , 74, 81, 177
Gear efficiency indicator
................................. 79
G

ear lever
..............................
........................... 8
Gear lever, manual gearbox

...........................74
G

ear selector
.................................................. 75
G

lossary, audio system
................................2

24
Glove box

.................................................. 6
1, 62Jack
........

.......................................................143
Jack cable

.............................................1
96, 233
JACK socket

..............................
61, 63, 196, 233
J
Keeping children
safe ............... ........................ 115, 117, 121-135
Key
.......

........................................................... 30
Key, electronic
........................................... 33

-36
Key in ignition warning

....................................70
K

eyless Entry and Starting
................. 3
3 -36, 70
K
G
Identification.................................................. 182
Indicators, direction ...................................... 10
1
Inflating accessories (using the kit)

..............1

41
Inflating tyres

..............................
.............. 8, 182
Instrument panel

...............................
........1 0 , 11
Instrument panel screen

.................................12
I

nterior fittings
........................................... 6
1, 62
I
Lamps, front .......................................... 149, 150
Lamps, rear ............................... ....................152
Lamps, warning and indicator

...................14

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Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

.....91
L

evel, brake fluid
........................................... 17

5
L
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