brake fluid Citroen NEMO 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

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Instruments and controls


WARNING LAMPS

Each time the engine is started: a series of warning lamps comes on applying a self-checking test. They go off almost immediately. When
the engine is running: the warning lamp becomes a warning sign if it remains on continuously or flashes. This initial warning may be
accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen. "Do not ignore these warnings."

Warning lamp


is
indicates
Solution - action
Service on temporarily. minor faults. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
continuously on,
accompanied by a
message in the screen. major faults. Make a note of the warning message and
contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop.
Parking brake
Brake fluid level on.

that the parking brake is applied or
has not been released correctly. Releasing the parking brake switches off the
warning lamp.
on. that the fluid level is too
low. Top up using a fluid recommended by CITROËN
dealers.
continuously on, even
though the level is correct.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, park, switch off the ignition
and contact a CITROËN dealer or qualifi ed workshop.

Low engine oil level on. that the level of oil in the
engine is too low. Check the engine oil level and contact a
CITROËN or a qualified workshop.
continuously on, even
though the level is
correct.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, park,
switch off the ignition and contact a
CITROËN or a qualified workshop.
Coolant temperature on with the needle in
the red zone. an abnormal increase. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the system
to cool. Visually check the level.
on H in the red zone. an abnormal increase in
the coolant temperature. Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7.
Contact a CITROËN or a qualified workshop.

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Under the bonnet



Diesel engine
UNDER THE BONNET




1. Windscreen wash reservoir.

2. Fuse box.

3. Engine coolant reservoir.

4. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.

5. Air filter.

6. Dipstick.

7. Engine oil filler cap.

8. Power steering fluid reservoir.

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Under the bonnet



Petrol engine

UNDER THE BONNET




1. Windscreen wash reservoir.

2. Fuse box.

3. Engine coolant reservoir.

4. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.

5. Air filter.

6. Dipstick.

7. Engine oil filler cap.

8. Power steering fluid reservoir.

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Levels
These regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good working
order. Ask for advice from a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop or refer to the
servicing booklet provided in the handbook
pack.
LEVELS


Oil level

Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum oil
consumption is 0.5 litre per 600 miles
(1 000 km). Check the level with the vehicle
level, engine cold, using the dipstick.

Dipstick
There are two marks on the
dipstick:

A
= maximum
If you fill past this mark,
contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.

B
= minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
To preserve the reliability of engines and
emission control systems, the use of
additives in engine oil is prohibited.
Oil change


Brake fluid level

The brake fluid must be changed at
the specified interval, as given in the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Use fluids recommended by the
manufacturer, which meets the DOT4
standard.
The level must be between the MIN
and
MAX
marks on the reservoir.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a fault which must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.


Warning lamps

Checking by means of the warning
lamps in the instrument panel is
described in chapter 1, refer to the
"Instruments and controls" section. This must be carried out at the specified
interval and the viscosity grade of the oil
selected must fulfil the requirements of the
manufacturer's servicing schedule. Ask for
advice from a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Remove the dipstick before filling.
Check the level after filling (never exceed
the maximum mark).
Refit the filler cap before closing the bonnet.

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Levels



Engine coolant level

Only use the fluid recommended by the
manufacturer. Otherwise, you risk seriously
damaging your engine. When the engine
is warm, the temperature of the coolant is
controlled by the engine cooling fan.
As this fan can operate with the ignition key
removed and because the cooling system is
pressurised, wait for at least one hour after
the engine has stopped before carrying out
any work.

Topping up
The level must be between the MIN
and
MAX
marks on the header tank. If more than
1 litre of fluid is required to top up the level,
have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.



Power steering fluid level

The vehicle must be parked on level ground
with the engine cold. Unscrew the cap with
integral gauge and check the level which
must be between the MIN
and MAX
marks.


Screenwash fluid level

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
topping up or replacement of this fluid
should never be with plain water; we
recommend the use of products available
from CITROËN dealers.
Capacity of the reservoir: approximately
5.5 litres. Slacken the cap by two turns to release the
pressure to prevent any risk of scalding.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level with coolant.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a fault which must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil with
the skin.
Brake fluid is harmful to health and very
corrosive.
Do not dispose of used oil, brake fluid
or coolant into drains or into the ground,
but into the containers provided for this
purpose at CITROËN dealers (France) or
at an authorised waste disposal site.

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Checks

CHECKS


Bleeding water from
the Diesel filter

If this warning lamp comes
on, you must bleed the filter;
otherwise bleed the filter
regularly, every time the engine is
changed.
To remove the water, unscrew the bleed
screw or the water in Diesel sensor, located
at the base of the filter. Operate until all of
the water has flowed out. Then tighten the
bleed screw or the water sensor.
HDi engines use advanced technology. All
work requires specialist knowledge, which
all CITROËN dealers have.


Battery

At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.


Air filter and passenger compartment
filter
A blocked passenger compartment filter
may reduce the performance of the
air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours. The replacement
intervals for these components are indicated
in the servicing booklet.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle
(urban driving...), change them twice as
often if necessary, refer to the "Under the
bonnet" section of chapter 7.


Brake pads

Brake pad wear depends on the style of
driving, in particular for vehicles which are
used in town, over short distances. It may
be necessary to check the brake pad wear,
even between services.
Unless there is a leak on the system, a drop
in the brake fluid level indicates that the
brake pads are worn.


Brake disc/drum wear

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


Parking brake

Where the parking brake travel is too great
or there is a reduction in the performance
of the system, the parking brake should be
adjusted, even between services.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.


Oil filter

Change the filter regularly, in accordance
with the servicing schedule.





The presence of this label, in particular with
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use
of a specific 12 V lead-acid battery with
special technology and specification, for
which the involvement of a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop is required when
replacing or disconnecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation may
shorten the life of the battery.

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Technical data - Maintenance

Screenwash ................................... 163
Bulbs, lighting,
changing bulbs ....................143-147

Opening the bonnet ....................... 159
Under the bonnet ....................160-161

Identifi cation markings,
serial number,
paint, tyres .................................. 155
Changing a wiper blade ................. 148

Engine technical data .................64-65
Dimensions .......... 58-59, 60-61, 62-63
Weights ............................................ 66

TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE


Levels .....................................162-163


●
dipstick,

●
power steering fluid,

●
brake fluid,

●
coolant,

●
screenwash.


Checks....................................164-165


●
battery,

●
air/passenger compartment filter,

●
oil filter,

●
particle emissions fi lter (1.3 HDi 75),

●
parking brake,

●
brake pads.
Emission control ..................... 29, 165
Engine fuses ...................149, 152-153