checking oil Citroen DS3 2012.5 1.G Owner's Manual

191Checks




























Checking levels
Check all of these levels regularly and top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Oil level
Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for details of
the inter val for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliabilit
y 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'srecommendations.



Brake fluid level


Changing the fl uid

Refer to the servicing booklet for details of
the interval for this operation.

Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet
the DOT4 s t a n d a r d .Th
e brake fluid level should be closeto 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 than30 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 services. CITROËNrecommends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

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Checks
Manual gearbox
Automatic
gearboxBrake
pads
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It ma
y be necessary to have the condition of the brakes checked, even between vehicle services. Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn. The
gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for the
details of the level checking interval for this component.















Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, CITROËN selects and offers very specific products.
To avoid damaging the electrical units, the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictly prohibited.
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for
details of the level checking inter val for this component.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking interval for
this component.
For information on checkin
g brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Manual parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness of this system is noticed, the parking brake
must be checked, even between
tw
o services.
Checking this system must be done by aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

203Practical information

Checking tyre pressures/inflating accessories


You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,

- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).
) Connect the compressor's electricalconnector to the vehicle's 12 V socket. )
Start the vehicle and let the engine run.)
Adjust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch Bin position "I";
to deflate: switch Bin position "O"
andpress button C ), according to the vehicle's
tyre pressure label or the accessory's
pressure label.) Remove the kit then stow it.


)Turn the selector A
to the "A ir"position.)Uncoil the black pipe Hfully. )Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fit one of the adaptors supplied with the kit first.

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Visual search
Technical data - Maintenance


Running out of Diesel 188

Checking levels 191-193


- oil

- brake fluid

- coolant

- screenwash fluid

- additive (Diesel with particleemissions filter)

Changing bulbs 211-217


- front

- rear

- interior

Petrol en
gines 238-241
LPG engine 242-243
Diesel engine 244-245
Dimensions 246-247
Identification markings 248
Batter
y 225-226
Energy economy mode 227
Bonnet 187-188
Under-bonnet layout, petrol 189
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel 19 0
Engine compar tmentfuses 218, 221-224
Checking components 19 4 -195
- battery- air filter/passenger compartment filter
- oil filter
- particle emissions filter (Diesel)
- brake pads/discs

A
ABS and EBFD systems.............................148Accessories................................................234Accessory socket, 12 V ..............................128Access to rear seats...............................81, 83Adjusting headlamps ..................................117Adjusting head restraints ..............................80Adjusting the steering wheel.........................85Advice on care and maintenance...............233Airbags, curtain...................................158, 159Airbags, front.......................................155, 159Airbags, lateral....................................157, 159Air conditioning.............................................24Air conditioning, digital ............................67,73Air conditioning, manual .........................67, 70Air filter........................................................r194Air flow....................................................24, 66Air intake.................................................66,73Air recirculation.............................................73Air vents........................................................66Alarm.............................................................96Alloy wheels ................................................233Anti-lock braking system (ABS)..................148Anti-pinch ....................................................101Anti-theft........................................................92Armrest, front.............................................. 127Assistance call....................................147, 254Audible warning..........................................147Audio streaming (Bluetooth).......................299Audio system...............................................287Automatic illumination
of headlamps .....................................113,116Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps...........................................147
Battery.................................................194,225Battery, charging.........................................225Battery, remote control...........................94,95Black panel....................................................47Bluetooth (hands-free)........................275,297Bluetooth (telephone)..........................275,297Bonnet.........................................................187Boot.............................................................105Boot lamp............................................123, 217Brake discs ..................................................195Brake lamps................................................215Brake pads ..................................................195Brakes .........................................................195Braking assistance system .........................148
Capacity, fuel tank......................................106CD MP3...............................................273,293Central locking......................................90, 103Changing a bulb...................................211-217Changing a fuse...................................218-224Changing a wheel...............................204-210Changing a wiper blade...................... 121, 228Changing the date......................278, 300,301Changing the remote control battery............94Changing the time......................278, 300,301Checking levels....................................191-193Checking the engine oil level........................45Checking tyre pressures(using the kit)............................................198Checks .................................................189-195Children................................ 132-142, 153, 156Child seats ..........................................134-139Cleaning (advice)........................................233Closing the boot....................................90,105Closing the doors..................................90,102Connectors, audio ...............128, 274, 294, 296Control panel .......................................256, 288Coolant level.........................................42,191Coolant temperature indicator......................r42Cour tesy lamps ................................... 118, 217Courtesy mirror...........................................r127Cruise control..............................................180Cup holder...................................................r126
BC
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers...............................................118, 120Auxiliary socket...................128,274, 294,296