coolant temperature Citroen DS3 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

Petrol - Diesel instrument panels, manual, SensoDrive or
automatic gearbox
Provided with permanent back-lighting, the instrument panel groups together the vehicle's dials and indicator and warning lamps.


1.
Rev counter.

Indicates the speed of rotation of the
engine (x 1 000 rpm).

2.
Vehicle speed.

Indicates the current speed of the moving
vehicle (mph or km/h).

3.
Engine coolant temperature.

Indicates the temperature of the engine
coolant liquid.

Dials


7.
Lighting dimmer button.

Adjusts the level of the instrument and
controls illumination and the interior mood
lighting.
4.
Display screen.


5.
Fuel level.

Indicates the quantity of fuel remaining in
the tank.

6.
Display management button

Alternates display between range and trip
mileage recorder.
Servicing information.
Resets the selected function to zero (trip
distance recorder or ser vice indicator). For more information, refer to the
paragraph relating to the button or
function and its associated display.

RACING petrol instrument panel, manual gearbox
Provided with permanent back-lighting, the instrument panel groups together the vehicle's dials and indicator and warning lamps.


1.
Rev counter.

Indicates the speed of rotation of the
engine (x 1 000 rpm).

2.
Vehicle speed.

Indicates the current speed of the moving
vehicle (mph or km/h).

3.
Engine coolant temperature.

Indicates the temperature of the engine
coolant liquid.

Dials


7.
Lighting dimmer button.

Adjusts the level of the instrument and
controls illumination and the interior mood
lighting.
4.
Display screen.


5.
Fuel level.

Indicates the quantity of fuel remaining in
the tank.

6.
Display management button

Alternates display between range and trip
mileage recorder.
Servicing information.
Resets the selected function to zero (trip
distance recorder or ser vice indicator). For more information, refer to the
paragraph relating to the button or
function and its associated display.

35Monitoring










Warning lamps

When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the illumination of one of the
following warning lamps indicates a fault which
requires action on the par t of the driver. Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated fur ther by
reading the associated message in the multifunction screen.
If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.



Warning lamp



is on



Cause



Action/Observations








STOP


fixed, alone or
associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and
a message on the
screen. Illumination of the warning lamp is
associated with a serious braking
system or engine coolant temperature
problem. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the engine may
cut out when driving.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.





Service


temporarily. Minor problems have occurred for
which there is no specific warning
lamp. Identify the problem by reading the message shown in
the screen, such as, for example:


- the engine oil level,

- the screenwash level,

- the remote control battery,

- saturation of the par ticle emission filter on Diesel
vehicles (see "Checks - § par ticle emissions
filter").
For any other faults, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

fixed. Major problems have occurred for
which there is no specific warning
lamp. Identify the problem by reading the message shown
in the screen and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

37Monitoring


Warning lamp



is on



Cause



Action/Observations









Engine
autodiagnosis
system


fixed. The emission control system has a
fault. The warning lamp should go off when the engine is
started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop without delay.

flashing. The engine management system has
a fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.





Low fuel level


fixed. When it first comes on there remains
approximately 5 litres of
fuel
in the
tank. You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out of fuel.
This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel
is made.
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 50 litres (petrol) or
46 litres (Diesel); depending on version: approximately
30 litres (petrol or Diesel).
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.





Maximum coolant
temperature


fixed red. The temperature of the cooling system
is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop.

With the engine running, when the needle is:


- in zone A
, the temperature is correct,

- in zone B
, the temperature is too high;
the central STOP
warning lamp and the
maximum temperature warning lamp 1

come on in red, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message in the multifunction
screen.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.

Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.












Coolant temperature indicator

After driving for a few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top up the level:


)
wait for the engine to cool down,

)
unscrew the cap by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,

)
when the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap,

)
top up the level to the "MA X" mark.

Changing the coolant

The coolant does not have to be changed.


Fluid specifi cation

The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.



Screenwash fluid level


Fluid specifi cation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with water.



Take care when carrying out checks
under the bonnet as some parts of the
engine can be very hot (risk of burns).



Coolant level

Top up the level when necessary.
The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" 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 ignition off.

On vehicles which are fitted with a par ticle
emission filter, the fan may operate 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 pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level.

The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.



Cooling

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.


)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.

Braking

Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.


Ty r e s



)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.



Lighting



)
Check the electrical lighting and signalling
on the trailer.


)
If the warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.



RACING towbar

Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a
towbar. The space occupied by the
spor t diffuser prevents this.

A
ABS and EBFD systems ............................. 142
Accessories ................................................ 225
Accessories socket, 12 V ............................ 122
Access to rear seats ............................... 79, 80
Adjusting headlamps .................................. 111
Adjusting head restraints .............................. 78
Adjusting the steering wheel ......................... 83
Air conditioning ............................................. 22
Air conditioning
(digital) .................................................. 65, 71
Air conditioning (manual) ........................65, 68
Air filter ........................................................ 186
Air intake ....................................................... 71
Air recirculation ............................................. 71
Air vents ........................................................ 64
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ........................................................ 142
Anti-pinch ...................................................... 94
Anti-theft steering lock .................................. 90
Assistance call .................................... 141, 246
Audible warning .......................................... 141
Audio streaming
(Bluetooth) ................................................ 292
Audio system ...................... 282, 283, 296, 298
Automatic gearbox .............................. 162, 187
Automatic illumination
of headlamps .....................................107, 110
Automatic operation
of hazard warning lamps .......................... 141
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers .............................112, 114
Auxiliary socket ...........................................266
Auxiliary sockets .........................................290Capacity, fuel tank ...................................... 100
CD MP3 ...............................................265, 287
Central locking ........................................ 89, 97
Changing a bulb .......................... 203, 207, 208
Changing a fuse .......................................... 210
Changing a wheel ....................................... 196
Changing a wiper blade ...................... 115, 220
Changing the date ....................................... 270
Changing the remote control battery ............ 92
Changing the time ...................... 270, 293, 294
Checking levels ................................... 183, 185
Checking the engine oil level ........................ 43
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ...... 190Checks ................................ 181, 182, 186, 187
Children ........................................132, 134-136
Child seats ......................................... 128, 132
Closing the boot ......................................89, 99
Closing the doors ....................................89, 96
Connectors, audio .............. 122, 266, 288, 290
Control stalk, wipers .............................112-114
Coolant level ......................................... 40, 183
Coolant temperature ..................................... 40
Coolant temperature indicator ...................... 40
Cour tesy lamps ........................................... 209
Cour tesy mirror ........................................... 121
Cruise control .............................................. 171
Cup holder ................................................... 120
Cur tain airbags ................................... 152, 153 Battery ................................................. 186, 217
Battery, remote control ...........................92, 93
Battery recharge ......................................... 217
Bench seat, rear ............................................ 82
Black panel .................................................... 45
Bluetooth (hands-free) ................ 267, 268, 291
Bluetooth (telephone) .......................... 267, 268
Bonnet ......................................................... 179
Boot ............................................................... 99
Boot lamp ............................................ 117, 209
Brake discs .................................................. 187
Brake lamps ................................................ 207
Brake pads .................................................. 187
Brakes ......................................................... 187
Braking assistance system ......................... 142
B
C
Dashboard fusebox ..................................... 210
Date (display) .............................................. 270
Deactivating the passenger airbag ............. 149
Defrosting ................................................ 68, 74
Demisting ................................................ 68, 71
Dials and gauges .................................... 26, 28
Diesel additive level .................................... 185
Diesel engine .............................. 101, 182, 236
Dimensions ................................................. 238
Dipped beam .......................................106, 204
Dipstick .................................................. 43, 183
Direction indicators ............................. 140, 207
Door mirrors .................................................. 84
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