oil dipstick Citroen C4 2011 2.G Owner's Manual

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Engine oil level indicator
The vehicle must be on level
ground and the engine must
have been off for more than
30 minutes for this level check to
be accurate.
Oil level correct
This is indicated by the fl ashing of
"OIL"
or the display of a specifi c mes-
sage in the instrument panel, coupled
with the service warning lamp and ac-
companied by an audible signal.
If the low oil level is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, the level must
be topped up to avoid damage to the
engine.
Oil level indicator error

Dipstick
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil fi ller cap on your
engine.
Oil level incorrect This is indicated by the fl ashing of
"OIL--"
or the display of a specifi c mes-
sage in the instrument panel. Contact a
CITROËN or a qualifi ed workshop.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:


- A
= max; never exceed
this level (risk of dam-
age to the engine),

- B
= min; top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap, us-
ing the correct grade of
oil for your engine.

This information is displayed for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, at the same time as the service in-
formation.

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PETROL ENGINES
The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fl uids and for replacing certain components.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.
4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.
7.
Air fi lter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

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According to engine.
DIESEL ENGINES

The various caps and covers allow access for checking the levels of the various fl uids, for replacing certain components and
for priming the fuel system.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash
reservoir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.
4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air fi lter.
8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

10.
Priming pump * .

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Bleed screw * .

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CHECKS
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CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the corre-
sponding system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

When working under the bon-
net, take care, as certain areas
of the engine may be extremely
hot (risk of burns).

The reading will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the igni-
tion is switched on using the oil level indicator
in the instrument panel, or using the dipstick.

Oil level


Engine oil change
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide for 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.



Brake fluid level

The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.

Changing the fl uid
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide for the interval for this operation.

Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.



Power steering fluid level

The power steering fl uid level
should be close to the "MAX"
mark. Unscrew the cap, with
the engine cold, to check the
level.
Coolant level

The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the igni-
tion off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle emission fi lter, the fan may oper-
ate 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.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.

Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.

Coolant specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A ABS and EBFD systems ............132
Accessories ................................210
Accessories socket,
12 V ................... 111, 112, 115, 119
Adjusting headlamps ..................100
Adjusting head restraints ..............72
Adjusting seat belt height ...........135
Adjusting the steering wheel ........78
Air conditioning (digital) ..........63, 66
Air conditioning (manual) .......63, 64
Air fi lter .......................................181
Air vents .......................................62
Alarm ............................................87
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ... 132
Anti-pinch .....................................91
Anti-theft steering lock ..................81
Ashtray, portable ........................ 110
Assistance call ...................134, 224
Audible warning ..........................130
Audio streaming
(Bluetooth) ........................264, 290
Audio system ..................50, 52, 277
Automatic gearbox .............154, 182
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ........................96, 99
Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ..........................130
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ............103, 104
Auxiliary sockets ........ 111, 265, 289
B Battery ................................181, 202
Battery, remote control ............82-84
Battery recharge .........................203
Bench seat, rear ...........................75
Blind spot sensors ......................162
Bluetooth (hands-free) .......248, 291B Bluetooth (telephone) .........248, 291
Bonnet ........................................175
Bonnet stay ................................175
Boot ..............................................90
Boot lamp ...........................108, 120
Brake discs .................................182
Brake lamps ...............................196
Brake pads .................................182
Brakes ........................................182
Braking assistance system .........132
C Capacity, fuel tank ........................94
CD ..............................................284
CD MP3 ..............................261, 285
Central locking .......................81, 85
Centre console ........................... 112
Changing a bulb ..................192-197
Changing a fuse ..................198-201
Changing a wheel ...............188-191
Changing a wiper blade .....105, 205
Changing the date ..............267, 302
Changing the remote
control battery ......................82, 83
Changing the time ........47, 267, 302
CHECK ...................................30, 46
Checking levels ..................179, 180
Checking the engine oil level .......43
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) ............................187
Checks ................................175-182
Child lock ....................................129

Children... 92, 122-129, 137, 139, 143
Child seats .........................122-128
Cigarette lighter .......................... 111
Clock ............................47, 267, 302
Closing the boot .....................81, 90
Closing the doors ...................81, 89C Cold climate screen ....................205
Colour and map
screen ..................55, 56, 229, 268

Connectors, audio ... 111, 265, 287, 289
Control stalk, wipers ............103-105
Coolant level ..............................179
Courtesy lamps ..........................106
Courtesy mirror .......................... 110
Cruise control .....................165, 168
Cup holder .................................. 112
Curtain airbags ...................140, 141
Customisation ..............................49
D Dashboard fusebox ....................199
Date (display) .....................267, 302
Daytime running lamps ...98, 192, 194
Deactivating the passenger
airbag .......................................139
Defrosting .....................................69
Diesel additive level ...................180
Diesel engine .......95, 176, 178, 216
Dimensions ................................221
Dipped beam ................96, 192, 194
Dipstick .................................43, 179
Directional lighting ..............101, 102
Direction
indicators ....99, 130, 192, 193, 196
Door mirrors ...................76, 77, 162
Doors ............................................89
Doors emergency control .............86
Door pockets ..............................109
Driving positions (storing) .............74
Dynamic emergency
braking .............................142, 145
E EBA (Emergency braking
assistance) ...............................132
Economy mode ..........................204