oil dipstick Citroen DS4 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

This information is displayed for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, at the same
time as the ser vice information.















Engine oil level indicator

The vehicle must be on level ground
and the engine must have been off
for more than 30 minutes for this level
check to be accurate.

Oil level correct

Oil level incorrect

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL"

or the display of a specific message in
the instrument panel, coupled with the service
warning lamp and accompanied by an audible
signal.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check
using the dipstick, the level must be topped up
to avoid damage to the engine.


Oil level indicator error

This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL--"

or the display of a specific message in the
instrument panel. Contact a CITROËN 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
correct grade of oil for your
engine.




Dipstick

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

233Checks














Petrol engines

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for
replacing cer tain components.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.

3.
Coolant reser voir.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air filter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil filler cap.

Diesel engines

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing cer tain components and for priming
the fuel system.


1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.

3.
Coolant reser voir.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery/Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air filter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil filler cap.

10.
Priming pump * .

11.
Bleed screw * .

*
According to engine.

235Checks

























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 ser vicing booklet for 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 specifi cation

The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.



Brake fluid level


Changing the fl uid

Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty Guide
for 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.
When working under the bonnet, take
care, as cer tain areas of the engine
may be extremely hot (risk of burns).
It is normal to top up the oil level
between two ser vices. CITROËN
recommends that you check the oil
level, and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

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ABS and EBFD systems ............................. 176
Accessories ................................................ 278
Accessory socket, 12 V ...... 144, 145, 149, 155
Adjusting headlamps .................................. 128
Adjusting head restraints .............................. 90
Adjusting seat belt height ............................ 179
Adjusting the steering wheel ......................... 94
Airbags, cur tain ................................... 187, 188
Airbags, front ....................................... 184, 188
Airbags, lateral .................................... 186, 188
Air conditioning ............................................ 34
Air conditioning, digital ............................ 79, 82
Air conditioning, manual ......................... 79, 80
Air filter ........................................................ 238
Air flow ......................................................... 34
Air vents ........................................................ 78
Alarm ........................................................... 109
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) .................. 176
Anti-pinch .................................................... 116
Anti-theft...................................................... 103
Armrest, front ...................................... 147, 148
Armrest, rear ............................................... 152
Ashtray, portable ......................................... 143
Assistance call .................................... 173, 292
Audible warning .......................................... 173
Audio streaming (Bluetooth) ...............332, 358
Audio system ................................. 62, 345 -376
Automatic illumination of headlamps ...... 123, 126
Automatic operation
of hazard warning lamps .......................... 173
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ............................ 131, 132
Auxiliary sockets .........................144, 333, 357Battery .................................................238, 269
Battery, charging ......................................... 270
Battery, remote control .......................105, 106
Black panel .................................................... 58
Blind spot sensors....................................... 216
Bluetooth (hands-free) ........................ 316, 359
Bluetooth (telephone) .......................... 316, 359
Bonnet ......................................................... 231
Bonnet stay ................................................. 231
Boot ............................................................. 114
Boot lamp ............................................ 138, 155
Brake discs .................................................. 240
Brake lamps ................................................ 261
Brake pads .................................................. 240
Brakes ......................................................... 240
Braking assistance system ......................... 177
Capacity, fuel tank ...................................... 117
CD .......................................................329, 352
CD MP3 ...............................................329, 353
Central locking .................................... 102, 107
Centre console ............................................ 145
Changing a bulb .................................. 256 -263
Changing a fuse .................................. 263 -268
Changing a wheel ............................... 249 -255
Changing a wiper blade ...................... 134, 273
Changing the date .............................. 335, 369
Changing the remote control battery .......... 105Changing the time .............................. 335, 369
CHECK ....................................................39, 55
Checking levels ................................... 235 -237
Checking the engine oil level ................52, 235
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ...... 246
Checks ................................................ 233 -240
Child lock ..................................................... 169
Children ................................158 -169, 182, 185
Child seats ...........................................160 -168
Child seats, conventional ............................ 163
Cigarette lighter ........................................... 144
Closing the boot .................................. 102, 114
Closing the doors ................................ 102, 112
Cold climate screen .................................... 273
Connectors, audio .............. 144, 333, 355, 357
Coolant level ...............................................236
Cour tesy lamps ................................... 127, 136
Cruise control ...................................... 219, 222
Cup holder ................................................... 145
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Date (display) ..................................... 335, 369
Daytime running lamps ............... 123, 257, 259
Deactivating the passenger airbag ............. 185
Defrosting ................................................ 86, 87
Diesel additive level .................................... 237
Dimensions ................................................. 286
Dipped beam ............................... 122, 257, 258
Dipstick ..................................................52, 235
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