checking oil Citroen C4 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

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CHECKS
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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 * .

11 .
Bleed screw * .

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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
corresponding system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.

When working under the bonnet,
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
ignition is switched on using the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel, or using
the dipstick.
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services. CITROËN recommends that
you check the oil level, and top up if neces-
sary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

Oil level


Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet 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 servicing booklet 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 ig-
nition 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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Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing book-
let for the details of the level
checking interval for this com-
ponent.







6-speed electronic gearbox
system
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the checking in-
terval for this component.







Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the level checking
interval for this component.






















Electric parking brake


This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in
the event of a problem, have the
system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

For more information, see "Driving - Electric parking brake - § Operating faults".
















Brake pads

Brake disc wear

If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
Checking this system must be
done by a CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.

















Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products of equiv-
alent quality and specifi cation.

In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as
the braking system, CITROËN
selects and offers very specifi c
products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compart-
ment is strictly prohibited
.



Manual parking brake

For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop. 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.

Unless there is a leak in the system, a drop
in the brake fl uid level indicates that the
brake pads are worn.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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Removing the cartridge




)
Stow the black pipe.

)
Detach the angled base from the
white pipe.

)
Support the compressor vertically.

)
Unscrew the cartridge from the bot-
tom.

)

Connect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

)
Start the vehicle and let the engine
run.

)
Adjust the pressure using the com-
pressor (to infl ate: switch B
in posi-
tion "I"
; to defl ate: switch B
in position
"O"
and press button C
), according
to the vehicle's tyre pressure label or
the accessory's pressure label.

)
Remove the kit then stow it.


Beware of discharges of fl uid.
The expiry date of the fl uid is in-
dicated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed
for single use; even if only partly
used, it must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take
it to an authorised waste dispos-
al site or a CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new
sealant cartridge, available from
CITROËN dealers or from a
qualifi ed workshop.



Checking tyre pressures/
inflating accessories

You can also use the compressor, with-
out injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your
tyres,

- infl ate other accessories (balls, bi-
cycle tyres...).


)
Turn the selector A
to the
"Air" position.

)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.

)
Connect the black pipe to
the valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fi t one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit fi rst.

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VISUAL SEARCH
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE


Running out of Diesel fuel ............. 181

Checking levels ...................... 184-185


- oil

- brake fl uid

- coolant

- power steering fl uid

- screenwash/headlamp wash fl uid

- additive (Diesel with particle
emissions fi lter)


Changing bulbs....................... 197-202


- front

- rear

Petrol engines......................... 217-220
LPG engines ........................... 221-222
Diesel engines ........................ 223-226
Dimensions .................................... 227
Identifi cation markings ................... 228

Bonnet ........................................... 175
Petrol underbonnet ........................ 182
Diesel underbonnet ....................... 183
Checking components ............ 186-187


- battery

- air fi lter/passenger compartment
fi lter

- oil fi lter

- particle emissions fi lter (Diesel)

- brake pads/discs


Battery .................................... 207-208
Energy economy mode.................. 209

Engine compartment fuses .... 203, 206

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A ABS and EBFD systems ............137
Accessories ................................215
Accessory socket,
12 V .................. 115, 116, 119, 123
Adjusting headlamps ..................105
Adjusting head restraints ..............73
Adjusting seat belt height ...140, 141
Adjusting the steering wheel ........79
Airbags, curtain ..................145, 146
Airbags, front ......................143, 146
Airbags, lateral ...................145, 146
Air conditioning .............................26
Air conditioning, digital ...........64, 67
Air conditioning, manual .........64, 65
Air fi lter .......................................186
Air fl ow .........................................26
Air vents .......................................63
Alarm ............................................89
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ...137
Anti-pinch .....................................93
Anti-theft .......................................83
Armrest, front ..................... 117, 118
Armrest, rear ..............................121
Ashtray, portable ........................ 114
Assistance call ...................139, 230
Audible warning ..........................135
Audio streaming
(Bluetooth) ........................270, 296
Audio system ..................51, 53, 283
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ....................100, 103
Automatic operation
of hazard warning lamps ..........135
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ............108, 109
Auxiliary socket ..................271, 295
Auxiliary sockets ........................ 115B Battery ................................186, 207
Battery, charging ........................207
Battery, remote control ............84-86
Black panel ...................................49
Blind spot sensors ......................167
Bluetooth (hands-free) .......254, 297
Bluetooth (telephone) .................254
Bonnet ........................................180
Bonnet stay ................................180
Boot ..............................................92
Boot lamp ........................... 112, 124
Brake discs .................................187
Brake lamps ...............................201
Brake pads .................................187
Brakes ........................................187
Braking assistance system .........137
C Capacity, fuel tank ........................96
CD ..............................................290
CD MP3 ..............................291, 292
Central locking .......................82, 87
Centre console ........................... 116
Changing a bulb .................197, 201
Changing a fuse .........................203
Changing a wheel ......................193
Changing a wiper blade ..... 110, 209
Changing the date ..............273, 308
Changing the remote
control battery ......................84, 85
Changing the time ........48, 273, 308
CHECK ...................................31, 47
Checking levels ..................184, 185
Checking the engine oil level .......44
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) ............................188
Checks ...............182, 183, 186, 187
Child lock ....................................134C Children ......................129, 132, 133
Child seats ................. 126, 128-130
Cigar lighter ................................ 115
Clock ............................................48
Closing the boot .....................82, 92
Closing the doors ...................82, 91
Cold climate screen ....................210
Connectors, audio ...... 115, 293, 295
Coolant level ..............................184
Courtesy lamps .................. 104, 111
Courtesy mirror .......................... 114
Cruise control .....................170, 173
Cup holder .................................. 116
D Date (setting) ..............................273
Daytime running
lamps ........................100, 197, 199
Deactivating
the passenger airbag ...............143
Defrosting .....................................70
Diesel additive level ...................185
Dimensions ................................227
Dipped beam ................99, 197, 199
Dipstick .................................44, 184
Directional lighting ..............106, 107
Direction
indicators ...102, 135, 197, 198, 201
Doors ............................................91
Doors emergency control .............88
Door trays ................................... 113
Driving positions (memorising) .....75
Dynamic emergency
braking .............................147, 150
E EBA (Emergency braking
assistance) ...............................137
Eco-driving ...................................26