washer fluid Citroen DS4 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

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Windscreen and headlamp
wash


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Pull the windscreen wiper stalk towards
you. The windscreen wash then the
windscreen wipers operate for a fixed
period.
The headlamp washers only operate when the
dipped beam headlamps are on
.



Low screenwash/headlamp
wash level
On vehicle fitted with headlamp washers, the
low level of this fluid is indicated by gauge in
the reser voir filler neck under the bonnet.
Checking and topping up this fluid can only be
done when stationary with the engine off.
The driver should check the level of
this fluid regularly, par ticularly during
winter.
Refer to "Checks - § Screenwash/headlamp
wash level" for the procedure on checking the
level.

Changing the coolant

The coolant does not have to be changed.


Coolant specifi cation

The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.



Coolant level

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.

Power steering fluid level

The power steering fluid level should
be close to the "MA X" mark. Unscrew
the cap, with the engine cold,
to check the level. To check the level or top up the
fluid on vehicle fitted with headlamp
washers, immobilise the vehicle and
switch of the engine.

Screenwash/headlamp wash
level

Electric parking brake

This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in the
event of a problem, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
For more information, see "Driving - Electric
parking brake - § Operating faults".















Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation
of 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
.



Brake disc wear

For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.


Manual parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking brake
must be checked, even between
two ser vices.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
















Brake pads

Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It may be necessary to
have the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle ser vices.
Unless there is a leak in the system, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.