oil dipstick Citroen DS3 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

43Monitoring
System which informs the driver whether the
engine oil level is correct or not.
This information is indicated for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, after the
service information.















Engine oil level indicator

The level shown will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.

Oil level correct

Oil level low

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL"
, linked
with the ser vice 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.


Oil level indicator fault

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL --"
.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:


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

- B
= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using the
grade of oil suited to your
engine.




Dipstick

Refer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.

181Checks














Petrol engines



1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir.

2.
Coolant header tank.

3.
Air filter.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Engine oil dipstick.

8.
Engine oil filler cap.

Diesel engines



1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir.

2.
Coolant header tank.

3.
Air filter.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Engine oil dipstick.

8.
Engine oil filler cap.

9.
Priming pump (on fuel filter).

183Checks




























Checking levels

Check all of these levels regularly and 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.


Oil level


Engine oil change

Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty Guide
for details of the inter val 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 grade

The oil must be suitable for your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.



Brake fluid level


Changing the fl uid

Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty Guide
for details of the inter val for this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT4 standard.
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear. 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 engine
oil between ser vices. CITROËN
recommends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

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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