service schedule Citroen C5 2016 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Manual
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Limit the causes of excess consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest items in the 
bottom of the boot, as close as possible to the rear seats.
Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance  
(roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in 
preference.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.
Observe the recommendations on 
maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label in 
the door aperture, driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
- before a long journey,
-  at each change of season,
-  after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on any trailer or caravan.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter, 
passenger compartment filter...) and observe the schedule of 
operations recommended in the manufacturer's service schedule.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR system is faulty your vehicle 
becomes polluting; go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop 
without delay to have the emissions of nitrous oxides brought back to 
the legal level.
When refuelling, do not continue after the third cut-off of the nozzle to 
avoid any over flow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the first 1 800 miles  
(3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down to 
a consistent average.
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Eco-driving  
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More than 1 800 miles (3 000 km) 
remain before the next service is 
due
When the ignition is switched on, no service 
information appears in the instrument panel 
screen.
Between 600 miles (1 000 km) 
and 1 800 miles (3 000 km) remain 
before the next service is due
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched 
on, the spanner symbolising the service 
operations comes on and a message is displayed 
in the instrument panel indicating the distance or 
time remaining before the next service is due.
Example: 1 900 miles (2 800 km) remain 
before the next service is due.
When the ignition is switched on, the instrument 
panel screen temporarily indicates:
Less than 600 miles (1 000 km) 
remain before the next service is 
due
Example:  500 miles (900 km) remain before 
the next service is due.
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched 
on, the instrument panel screen indicates:
After the message disappears, the spanner 
remains on  alongside the mileage recorder as 
a reminder that a service must be carried out 
soon.
Service indicator
System which informs the driver when the 
next service is due, in accordance with the 
manufacturer's service schedule.
The point at which the service is due is 
calculated from the last service indicator reset 
to zero, according to the mileage covered and 
the time elapsed since the last service.
A few seconds after the ignition is switched on, 
the spanner goes off.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, depending 
on the country of sale, the degree of 
deterioration of the engine oil may also 
be taken into account. 
Monitoring  
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Service indicator zero resetService overdue
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched 
on, the spanner flashes to indicate that 
the service must be carried out as soon as 
possible.
Example:  the service is overdue by 180 miles 
(300 km).
When the ignition is switched on, the 
instrument panel screen indicates:
The spanner remains on  alongside the 
mileage recorder to indicate that a service is 
overdue. For b
lueHdi d iesel versions, the 
spanner may also come on early, 
according to the level of deterioration 
of the engine oil, which depends on the 
driving conditions in which the vehicle 
is used. After each service, the service indicator must 
be reset to zero.
The procedure for resetting to zero is as 
follows:
F 
switch off the ignition,
F  press and hold the trip distance recorder 
zero reset button,
F  switch on the ignition; the distance recorder 
display begins a countdown,
F  when the display indicates "=0" , release 
the button; the spanner disappears.
Following this operation, if you wish to 
disconnect the battery, lock the vehicle and 
wait at least five minutes for the zero reset to 
be taken into account.
With b
lueHdi d iesel versions, the 
Service  warning lamp also comes on 
when the ignition is switched on. The spanner may come on if you have 
exceeded the period since the last service, 
as indicated in the manufacturer's service 
schedule.
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Monitoring  
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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 so equipped, or 
using the dipstick.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. 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.
If you find that the level is above the A mark or 
below the B mark, do not star t the engine.
-  If the level is above the MAX  mark (risk 
of damage to the engine), contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-  If the level is below the MIN  mark, you 
must top up the engine oil.
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).
Checking using the dipstick
F  Locate the dipstick in the engine 
compartment of your vehicle.
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine" 
section.
F  Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and 
remove it completely.
F  Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean 
non-fluffy cloth.
F  Refit 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 .
A = MaX
B = MI n
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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.
Topping up the engine oil level
F Locate the oil filler cap in the engine 
compartment of your vehicle.
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine" 
section.
F  Unscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler 
aperture.
F  Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any 
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F  Wait a few minutes before checking the 
level again using the dipstick.
F  Add more oil if necessary.
F  After 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 manufacturer's service schedule 
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. 
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Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close 
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check 
the brake pad wear.
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.
Power steering or power 
steering and suspension 
fluid level
For topping up, it is necessary to go 
to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be close 
to the "MA X" mark but should never 
exceed it.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be replaced at 
routine services.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the 
manufacturer's recommendations. The cooling fan may star t after switching 
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and 
clothing that might be caught by the fan 
blades.
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 pressure to drop. When 
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and 
top up the level. When the engine is warm, the temperature of 
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
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12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean 
and correctly tightened, particularly in summer 
and winter.
The presence of this label, in particular with 
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use of 
a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with special 
technology and specification. The involvement 
of a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop 
is essential when replacing or disconnecting 
the battery. Unless other wise 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.
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. Replace the oil filter each time the 
engine oil is changed.
Oil filter
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule 
for details of the replacement interval for this 
component.
Refer to the manufacturer's 
service schedule for details of the 
replacement intervals for these 
components.
When carrying out work on the battery, 
refer to the "12 V battery" section for 
details of the precautions to be taken 
before disconnecting the battery and 
following its reconnection.
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any 
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any 
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule 
for the checking interval for this component.
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule 
for details of the level checking interval for this 
component.
Particle filter system 
(Diesel)
Complementary to the catalytic converter, 
this filter makes an active contribution to the 
preservation of air quality by trapping unburnt 
pollutant particles. Black exhaust fumes are 
thus no longer emitted.
After prolonged idling or driving at very low 
speeds, you may occasionally notice water 
vapour being emitted from the exhaust when 
accelerating. This is of no consequence to the 
running of the vehicle or to the environment. If there is risk of blockage, a message 
appears in the instrument panel screen, 
accompanied by an audible signal and 
illumination of the service warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle filter 
is approaching saturation (in conditions 
of urban driving of exceptionally long 
duration: low speeds, traffic jams etc.)
To regenerate the filter, it is advised to 
drive as soon as possible, when traffic 
conditions permit, at a speed of 40 mph 
(around 60 km/h) or more for at least 
five minutes (until the alert message 
disappears).
If this alert persists, contact a CITR
oËn 
dealer or a qualified workshop. 
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adb lue® additive and SCR system
for BlueHDi Diesel engines
To assure respect for the environment and 
conformity with the new Euro 6 emissions 
standard, without adversely affecting the 
per formance or fuel consumption of Diesel 
engines, CITROËN has taken the decision to 
equip its vehicles with an effective system that 
associates SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) 
with a particle filter (FAP) for the treatment of 
exhaust gases.
Presentation of the SCR system
Using an additive called AdBlue® containing 
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% 
of nitrous oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and 
water, which are harmless to health and the 
environment. The ad
blue
® additive is held in a special 
tank located under the boot at the rear of 
the vehicle. It has a capacity of 17 litres: this 
provides a driving range of about 12 500 miles 
(20 000 km), after which an alert is triggered 
warning you when the reserve remaining is 
enough for just 1 500 miles (2 400 km).
During each scheduled service of your vehicle 
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, 
the ad blue
® additive tank is refilled in order to 
allow normal operation of the SCR system.
If the estimated mileage between two services 
is greater than 12 500 miles (20 000 km), we 
recommend that you go to a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop to have the necessary 
top-up carried out. o
nce the a db lue
® tank is empty, a 
system required by regulations prevents 
starting of the engine.
If the SCR is faulty, the level of 
emissions from your vehicle will no 
longer meet the Euro 6 standard: you 
vehicle becomes polluting.
In the event of a confirmed fault 
with the SCR system, you must go 
to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop as soon as possible: after 
a running distance of 650 miles 
(1 100 km), a system will be triggered 
automatically to prevent engine starting. 
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