brake fluid CITROEN DS3 CABRIO 2013 Handbook (in English)

fixed, associated with
the STOP warninglamp. The brakin
g system fluid level is too low. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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fixed, associated with
the
STOP and ABSwarning lamp. Th
e electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) system has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Warning lampis onCauseAction/Observations
Anti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS) fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
Dynamic stability control (ESP/ASR)
flashing. The ESP/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.

fix
ed. Unless it has been deactivated (button
pressed and its indicator lamp on) the
ESP/ASR system has a fault. Have it checked b
y a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir. 2.Coolant header tank.3.Air filter.
4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
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 reservoir.5.
Battery.
6.Fusebox.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.9.
Priming pump (on fuel filter).

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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 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.

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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

Labels, identification...................................248Lamps, warning and indicator..................r32-41Leather (care)..............................................233LED daytime running lamps.................117,214
Level, brake fluid.........................................191Levels and checks................................189-19 6Lighting, guide-me home ....................115, 116Lighting, interior..........................r122, 123, 217Lighting bulbs (replacement)...............211-217Lighting control stalk...................................112Lighting dimmer............................................r46Loading..........................................................24
Load reduction mode ..................................228Localised assistance call............................254
Localised emergency call...........................254
Locating your vehicle....................................92
Locking from the inside...............................103LPG.............................................................242Luggage retaining strap..............................130
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Main beam..........................................112,213Maintenance..................................................24Maintenance (advice) ..................................233Map reading lamps .............................122, 217Markings, identification...............................248Mat ..............................................................129Menu, main .................................................290Mini fuel level..............................................106
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Mirror, rear view............................................87Mirrors, door..................................................r86Misfuel prevention .......................................108Motorway function(direction indicators) .................................146Mountings for ISOFIX seats ...............140,142MP3 CD ...............................................273,293Music media players...................................272MyWay..................................................61, 251
Navigation...................................................261Number plate lamps....................................215
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Oil filter........................................................r194Oil level..................................................45,191Opening the bonnet....................................187Opening the boot ..................................90,105Opening the doors ........................90, 102, 104Opening the fuel filler flap...........................106Operation indicator lamps ........................32-41
Indicators, direction....................146, 212, 215
Inflating accessories (using the kit)............203Inflating tyres ................................................24
Inputs for audio system .......128, 274, 294,296Instrument panel lighting..............................46Instrument panels ...................................28, 30Instrument panel screen .....................................28, 30,164, 171, 178 , 180Interior fittings.............................................126Interior lamp........................................122, 217Interior mood lighting..................................123ISOFIX child seats...............................140-142ISOFIX mountings...............................140,142
JJack.............................................................204JACK socket ........................128, 274, 294, 296
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Keeping children safe..........132-142, 153, 156Key in ignition warning ..................................93Key with remote control ..........................90-95
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Paint colour code........................................248Paintwork, matt...........................................233Parcel shelf, rear.........................................r131Parking brake......................................162,195Parking sensors, rear..................................r182Particle emission filter........................r193, 194Passenger compartment filter....................r194Player, CD MP3...................................273,293Port, USB...........................128, 280,294, 296Priming the fuel system..............................188Protecting children...............132-142, 15 3, 15 6
Puncture......................................................198
Radio ...................................................271, 291Rear foglamp .......................................114, 215Rear screen (demisting) ................................76Recharging the battery............................... 226Reduction of electrical load........................228Regeneration of the particleemissions filter..........................................r194Reinitialising the electric windows..............101Reinitialising the remote control ...................94Remote control ........................................90-95Removing a wheel......................................207Removing the mat....................................... 129Repair kit, puncture ..................................... 198Replacing bulbs...................................211-217
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Replacing fuses...................................218-224Replacing the air filter.................................r194Replacing the oil filter.................................r194
Replacing the passenger compartment filter....................................r194
Replacing wiper blades .......................121, 228Resetting the service indicator.....................r44Resetting the trip recorder............................r46Rev counter.............................................r28,30Reversing lamp...........................................215Risk areas (update).....................................268Routine checks...................................194, 195Running out of fuel (Diesel) ........................188
Serial number, vehicle................................248Ser vice indicator...........................................r43Servicing.......................................................24Setting the clock........................278, 300,301Shor t-cut menus .................................259, 260Sidelamps ...................................112,213, 215Side repeater...............................................213Spare wheel................................................204Speed limiter...............................................r178Speedometer..........................................r28, 30Stability control (ESP).................................149Starting the vehicle .......................92, 165,170Steering mounted controls, audio.......257,289Stopping the vehicle .....................92, 165,170Stop & Start.....50,73,106,174, 187, 194,225Storage................................................ 126, 127Storage box.................................................131Stowing rings..............................................130Sun visor.....................................................r127Synchronising the remote control.................94System, navigation ......................................261Systems, ASR and ESP ..............................149
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Safety for children................132-142, 153, 156Scented air freshener...................................r77Screen, colour 16/9 .......................61, 258, 279Screen, monochrome ................ 290, 302,304Screen, multifunction (with audio equipment)...................54, 57, 61Screen-wash reservoir................................191Screen menu map......................279, 302,304Screenwash ................................................119Screenwash fluid level ................................192Seat, rear bench...........................................84Seat adjustment......................................79, 82Seat belts ............................................151,153Seats, rear.....................................................r84
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