checking oil Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD 2014 1.G Owner's Manual

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Engine oil level indicator*
Oil level correct
Oil level lowOil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric oil
gauge, the engine oil level is no longer
monitored.
While the system is faulty, you should
check the engine oil level using the
dipstick located under the bonnet.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
This is indicated by the flashing of " O I L"
, linked
with the service warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message in the
multifunction screen.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
prevent damage to the engine.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section. This is signaled by the flashing of "OIL- -"
.
Contact a CITR
oËn
dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The level shown will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more than
30
m

inutes.
On versions fitted with an electric oil level
gauge, information on the engine oil level is
displayed for a few seconds in the instrument
panel when the ignition is switched on, after the
service information.
*
d
ep

ending on version.
Monitoring

144
Checking levels
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles with an electric oil
level gauge, or using the dipstick.
Checking using the dipstick
A = MA X
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the maintenance and warranty guide. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Take care when working under the
bonnet, as certain areas of the engine
may be extremely hot (risk of burns)
and the cooling fan could start at any
time (even with the ignition off).
To ensure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
sur face with the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). CITROËN
recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). B = MINIf you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
-
I
f the level is above the MAX
mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-
I
f the level is below the MIN
mark, you
must top up the engine oil.
Oil grade
before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "
di

esel engine"
section for the location of the dipstick in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F

T

ake the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
F

W

ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
F

R

efit the dipstick and push fully down, then
pull it out again to make the visual check:
the correct level is between the marks A
and B .
Checks

145
Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MaX" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide
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 level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "di esel engine"
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F

U
nscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F
a
d
d 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
d
d more oil if necessary.
F
a
f
ter checking the level, carefully refit the
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
After topping up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid
during the 30 minutes after topping up.
Engine oil change
Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
10
Checks

148
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be
checked, even between two services.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for the checking
interval for this component.For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
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.
Brake pads
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the
checking interval for this component.
Electronic gearboxonly 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, CITR
oËn

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.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Checks

152
F Place the switch in the "O" position.
F R emove the kit.
F

D
rive immediately for approximately
three miles (five kilometres), at reduced
speed (between 15 and 35 mph (20 and
60
km/h)), to plug the puncture.
F

S
top to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.
Checking / adjusting tyre pressures
You can also use the compressor, without
injecting sealant, to check and if necessary
adjust the tyre pressures
F

R
emove the valve cap from the tyre and
place it in a clean area.
F

U
ncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
F

S
crew the pipe onto the valve and tighten
f i r m l y. F
C heck that the compressor switch is at
the
"O " position.
F

U
ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

C
onnect compressor's plug to the vehicle's
12 V socket.
F

S
witch on the ignition.
Practical information

277
Running out of Diesel 141
Technical data - Maintenance
Checking levels 144-146
- oil
-

b
rake fluid
-


coolant
-

s
creenwash fluid
-

additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)
Changing bulbs 1 62-170
- front
-
rear
-


interior Checking components

1
47-148
-

battery
-
a
ir filter / passenger compartment filter
-
o
il filter
-
p
article emissions filter (
di
esel)
-
b
rake pads/discs
Engine compartment f u s e s
17
1, 174 -17 7
Battery
1
78-180
Energy economy mode

1
81
Bonnet

1
40
Under-bonnet layout, petrol

1
42
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel

1
43
Petrol engines

1
89
LPG engines

1
91
Diesel engines

1
93Petrol weights

1
90
LPG weights
1
92
Diesel weights
1
94
Dimensions
1
95
Identification markings
1
96
.
Visual search

278
abS and EbFd systems ..............................112ac
cessories ................................................. 187
Accessory socket, 12V
..................................84
Accessory socket, 12 volt
........................82, 86
ad

justing headlamps

..................................... 75
a

djusting head restraints

........................48, 50
ad

justing seat belt height
............................ 11

4
Adjusting the steering wheel
.........................53
adv

ice on care and maintenance

................142
air

bags

......................................................... 118
ai

rbags, curtain
.................................... 12

0, 121
air

bags, front ........................................ 118, 121
air

bags, lateral

..................................... 120, 121
air

conditioning

................................................ 8
ai

r conditioning, automatic

......................39, 43
air

conditioning, manual

..........................39, 41
ai

r filter ......................................................... 147
Air flow

..............................
...............................8
ai

r vents

......................................................... 38
an

ti-lock braking system (
a
b
S
) ...................112
an

ti-pinch

....................................................... 59
ant

i-theft

........................................................ 56
ar

mrest

........................................................... 48
ar

mrest, rear
.................................................. 86ash

tray, portable

............................................ 82
as

sistance call

............................. 107, 197, 198
Audible warning


........................................... 107
au

dio streaming (
bl
uetooth)
...............23

8, 265
au

dio system ............................... 253, 266, 268
au

tomatic illumination of headlamps

.......69, 72
au

tomatic operation of hazard
warning lamps


........................................... 10 6
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers
...............

..................................... 76, 78
bat

tery

..................................................147, 178
ba

ttery, charging

..........................................178
bat

tery, remote control
............................5

7, 58
bli

nds.............................................................. 86
blu

etooth (hands-free)
........................2

22, 263
bl

uetooth (telephone)

...................................222
bo

nnet

..........................................................140
bo

nnet stay

..................................................140
b

oot

................................................................64
bo

ot floor, adjustable

..............................89, 90
bo

ot lamp

...............................................81, 169
bo

ttle holder

...................................................82
br

ake discs
...................................................14

8
br

ake lamps
...............................
..................167
br

ake pads

...................................................148
br

akes

..........................................................148
br

aking assistance system
..........................11

2
Capacity, fuel tank
..............................

...........66
C
d

MP3 ........................................................259
Central locking


.........................................54, 62
Changing a bulb


...................................162, 167
Changing a fuse


...........................................171
da

ytime running lamps

..................................73
dea

ctivating the passenger airbag

..............118
Deactivating the rear windows


......................59
Changing a wheel
........................................
15 4
Changing a wiper blade .........................78, 182
Changing the date


..........................................24
Changing the remote control battery


.............57
Changing the time


..........................................24
Checking levels
.................................... 14

4 -146
Checking the engine oil level


.........................22
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)
.......149
Checks
...............

..................142, 143, 147, 148
Children
...............................

.................102, 103
Child seats

..............................
..93 -95, 99, 104
Child seats, conventional


...............................99
Child surveillance mirror
................................ 83
Ci

gar lighter

....................................................82
Citroën Localised
a
s
sistance Call

...............198
Citroën Localised Emergency Call


..............198
Closing the boot
......................................54, 64
Closing the doors


.....................................54, 61
Connectors, audio
............................... 2

60, 262
Coolant level


................................................146
Cornering lamps
..............................

..............74
Courtesy lamps
......................................79, 169
Courtesy mirror
..............................................83
Cruise control
............................................... 13

4
Cup holder

...............................
.................82, 86
A
B
C
D
Auxiliary socket ................................... 23 9, 262
Auxiliary sockets ............................... ...........260
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