Practical Information for Your Citroen C5 SUV 2020

Practical information  
entirely normal and results from the sealing of  
the fuel system.  
Your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter,  
a device which helps to reduce the level of  
harmful emissions in the exhaust gases.  
For petrol engines, you must use unleaded  
fuel.  
Fuel tank  
Capacity of the tank: Approximately  
To refuel in complete safety:  
F You must switch off the engine.  
53 litres.  
Low fuel level  
The filler neck is narrower, admitting unleaded  
petrol nozzles only.  
When the level in the tank becomes  
low, this warning lamp comes on in  
the instrument panel, accompanied  
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by the display of a message and an  
If your vehicle is fitted with Stop & Start,  
never refuel with the engine in STOP  
mode; you must switch off the ignition.  
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audible signal. When it first comes  
on, there remains about 6 litres of  
fuel in the tank.  
Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp  
reappears every time the ignition is switched  
on, accompanied by the message and the  
audible signal. When driving, this message  
and audible signal are repeated with increasing  
frequency as the fuel level drops towards 0.  
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid  
running out of fuel.  
F With the vehicle unlocked, press the rear-  
central part of the filler flap to open it.  
F Take care to select the pump that delivers  
the correct fuel type for your vehicle's  
engine (see a reminder label on the inside  
of the filler flap).  
Misfuel prevention (Diesel)  
(Depending on country of sale.)  
Mechanical device which prevents filling the  
tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol.  
F Turn the filler cap to the left.  
F Remove the filler cap and hang it on its  
carrier (on the filler flap).  
For more information on Running out of fuel  
(Diesel), refer to the corresponding section.  
F Introduce the filler nozzle and push it in as  
far as possible before starting to refuel (risk  
of blowback).  
F Fill the tank. Do not continue past the  
third cut-off of the nozzle, as this may  
cause malfunctions.  
Operation  
Refuelling  
Fuel top-ups must be of at least 5 litres in order  
to be registered by the fuel gauge.  
Opening the filler cap may create a noise  
caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is  
F Refit the filler cap.  
F Turn it to the right.  
F Push the filler flap to close it.  
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When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into  
the fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes  
into contact with the flap. The system remains  
closed and prevents filling.  
Compatibility of fuels  
The only fuel additives authorised for use  
are those that meet the B715001 (petrol)  
or B715000 (Diesel) standards.  
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type  
filler nozzle.  
Diesel at low temperature  
Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard  
containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol  
respectively.  
At temperatures below 0°C (+32 °F), the  
formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel  
fuels could prevent the engine from operating  
correctly. In these temperature conditions, use  
winter-type Diesel fuel and keep the fuel tank  
more than 50% full.  
It remains possible to use a fuel can to fill  
the tank.  
Travelling abroad  
Diesel fuels conforming to the EN590,  
EN16734 and EN16709 standards respectively  
and containing up to 7%, 10%, 20% and 30%  
fatty acid methyl ester respectively. The use of  
B20 or B30 fuels, even occasionally, imposes  
special maintenance conditions referred to as  
"Arduous conditions".  
At temperatures below -15°C (+5 °F) to avoid  
problems starting, it is best to park the vehicle  
under shelter (heated garage).  
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be  
different in other countries, the presence  
of the misfuel prevention device may make  
refuelling impossible.  
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with  
misfuel protection, so before travelling  
abroad, we recommend that you check  
with a CITROËN dealer whether your  
vehicle is suitable for the fuel pumps in the  
country in which you intend to travel.  
Travelling abroad  
Certain fuels could damage your vehicle's  
engine.  
In certain countries, the use of a particular  
fuel may be required (specific octane  
rating, specific trade name, etc.) to ensure  
correct operation of the engine.  
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Paraffinic Diesel fuel conforming to the  
EN15940 standard.  
For all additional information, consult a dealer.  
The use of any other type of (bio) fuel  
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,  
domestic fuel, etc.) is strictly prohibited  
(risk of damage to the engine and fuel  
system).  
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Towing device  
Use towing devices and their genuine  
harnesses approved by CITROËN. It  
is recommended that the installation  
be performed by a CITROËN dealer or  
a qualified workshop.  
If the towing device is not fitted by  
a CITROËN dealer, it must still be  
fitted in accordance with the vehicle  
manufacturer's instructions.  
Important: for versions equipped with  
the motorised tailgate with Hands-Free  
Tailgate Access function, if a towing  
device other than a genuine CITROËN  
one is installed, it is essential to visit  
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop to recalibrate the detection  
system: risk of "Hands-Free Tailgate  
Access" function failure.  
Observe the maximum authorised towable  
weight, indicated on your vehicle's  
registration certificate, the manufacturer's  
label as well as in the Technical data  
section of this guide.  
Load distribution  
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Distribute the load in the trailer so that the  
heaviest items are as close as possible to  
the axle and the nose weight approaches the  
maximum permitted without exceeding it.  
Complying with the maximum  
authorised nose weight (towball)  
also includes the use of accessories  
(bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).  
Air density decreases with altitude, thus  
reducing engine performance. The maximum  
towed load must be reduced by 10% for every  
1,000 metres of altitude.  
Observe the legislation in force in the  
country in which you are driving.  
Vehicle equipped with motorised tailgate  
with "Hands-Free Tailgate Access"  
function  
To avoid unwanted opening of the tailgate  
when using the towing device:  
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid  
functions are automatically disabled if an  
approved towing system is used.  
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deactivate the "Hands-Free Tailgate  
Access" function in advance in your  
vehicle's configuration menu,  
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or remove the electronic key from the  
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.  
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Towing device with  
quickly detachable towball  
Before each use  
Check that the towball is correctly fitted,  
verifying the follow points:  
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the green mark on the wheel is in line  
with the green mark on the towball,  
the wheel is in contact with the towball  
(position A),  
the security key lock is closed and the  
key removed; the wheel can no longer  
be operated,  
Presentation  
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the towball must not be able to move in  
its carrier; test by shaking it with your  
hand.  
A. Locked position (the green marks are  
opposite each other); the wheel is in  
contact with the towball (no gap).  
If the towball is not locked, the trailer can  
detach – accident risk!  
B. Unlocked position (red mark opposite  
the green mark); the wheel is no longer  
in contact with the towball (gap of around  
5 mm).  
1. Carrier.  
2. Protective plug.  
3. Connection socket.  
4. Safety eye.  
Trailers with LED lamps are not  
compatible with the wiring harness of this  
device.  
5. Detachable towball.  
6. Locking/unlocking wheel.  
7.  
Security key lock.  
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8. Key reference label.  
To know the Technical data, and in  
particular the towable weights for your  
vehicle, refer to the corresponding section.  
To ensure complete safety while driving  
with a Towing device, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
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F The wheel 6 turns a quarter of a turn anti-  
clockwise; take care to keep your hands  
clear!  
Fitting the towball  
During use  
Never release the locking system with  
a trailer or load carrier on the towball.  
Never exceed the maximum authorised  
weight for the vehicle – the Gross Train  
Weight or GTW.  
It is essential that the maximum  
authorised load be complied with on the  
towing device: if it is exceeded, this device  
may detach from the vehicle, which is  
a serious accident risk.  
Check that the trailer lamps work  
correctly.  
Before setting off, check the adjustment of  
the headlamp beam height.  
F Below the rear bumper, remove the  
protective plug 2 from the carrier 1.  
For more information on Headlamp  
adjustment, refer to the corresponding  
section.  
F Insert the end of the towball 5 into the  
carrier 1 and push it upwards; the locking  
will take place automatically.  
F Check that the mechanism has correctly  
locked into place (position A).  
F Close the lock 7 using the key.  
F Always remove the key. The key cannot be  
removed when the lock is open.  
F Clip the cap onto the lock.  
After use  
When travelling without a trailer or load  
carrier, the towball must be removed and  
the protective plug inserted in the carrier  
for good visibility of the number plate and  
its lighting.  
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F Remove the protective cover from the  
towball.  
F Attach the trailer to the towball.  
F Attach the cable on the trailer to the safety  
eye 4 on the carrier.  
F Lower the connection socket 3 to put it in  
position.  
F Insert the trailer plug and give it a quarter  
turn to connect it to the connection socket  
3 of the carrier.  
F Refit the protective plug 2 to the carrier 1.  
F Carefully stow the towball in its bag away  
from knocks and dirt.  
F Insert the key into the lock 7.  
F Open the lock using the key.  
Removing the towball  
F Give a quarter turn to and pull the trailer  
plug to disconnect it from the connection  
socket 3 of the carrier.  
Maintenance  
F Raise the connection socket 3 to the right  
again to stow it away.  
F Detach the cable on the trailer from the  
safety eye 4 on the carrier.  
F Detach the trailer from the towball.  
F Refit the protective cover to the towball.  
Correct operation is only possible if the towball  
and its carrier are kept clean.  
Before cleaning the vehicle with a high-  
pressure jet wash, the towball must be removed  
and the protective plug fitted to the carrier.  
F Remove the cap from the lock and press it  
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onto the head of the key.  
Apply the label provided to a clearly visible  
area, close to the carrier or in the boot.  
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop for any work on the towbar  
system.  
F Hold the towball 5 firmly in one hand; using  
the other hand, pull and turn the wheel  
6 fully in a clockwise direction; do not  
release the wheel.  
F Extract the towball from the bottom of its  
carrier 1.  
F Release the wheel; this automatically stops  
in the unlocked position (position B).  
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for more than 10 minutes, to use the  
equipment for approximately 30 minutes.  
Energy economy mode  
Snow chains  
System which manages the duration of use of  
certain functions to conserve a sufficient level of  
charge in the battery.  
After switching off the engine and for a maximum  
cumulative period of around 40 minutes, you can  
continue to use functions such as the audio and  
telematics system, the wipers, the dipped beam  
headlamps, the courtesy lamps, etc.  
Let the engine run for the duration specified to  
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.  
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the  
engine in order to charge the battery.  
In wintry conditions, snow chains  
improve traction as well as the  
behaviour of the vehicle when  
braking.  
Snow chains must be fitted only to the  
front wheels. They must never be fitted to  
"space-saver" type spare wheels.  
A flat battery prevents the engine from  
starting.  
For more information on the 12 V battery,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Switching to this mode  
A message appears in the instrument panel  
screen indicating that the vehicle has switched  
to economy mode and the active functions are  
put on standby.  
Take account of the legislation in force in  
your country on the use of snow chains  
and the maximum authorised speed.  
Load reduction mode  
If a telephone call is being made at this  
time, it will be maintained for around  
10 minutes with the Bluetooth hands-free  
system of your audio system.  
System which manages the use of certain  
functions according to the level of charge  
remaining in the battery.  
When the vehicle is being driven, the load  
reduction function temporarily deactivates  
certain functions, such as air conditioning,  
heated rear screen, etc.  
Installation tips  
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey,  
stop the vehicle on a flat surface on the side  
of the road.  
Exiting the mode  
F Apply the parking brake and position any  
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent  
movement of your vehicle.  
F Fit the chains following the instructions  
provided by the manufacturer.  
F Move off gently and drive for a few  
moments, without exceeding 31 mph  
(50 km/h).  
The deactivated functions are reactivated  
automatically as soon as conditions permit.  
These functions will be automatically  
reactivated the next time the vehicle is used.  
In order to restore the use of these functions  
immediately, start the engine and let it run:  
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for less than 10 minutes, to use the  
equipment for approximately 5 minutes,  
F Stop your vehicle and check that the snow  
chains are correctly tightened.  
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Maximum load distributed over the  
transverse roof bars, for a loading height  
not exceeding 40 cm (except bicycle  
carrier): 75 kg.  
As this value may change, please verify  
the maximum load quoted on the guide  
supplied with the roof bars.  
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the  
speed of the vehicle to the profile of the  
road to avoid damaging the roof bars and  
the fixings on the vehicle.  
Fitting roof bars  
It is strongly recommended that before  
you leave, you practise fitting the snow  
chains on a level and dry surface.  
As a safety measure and to avoid  
damaging the roof, it is essential to use  
the transverse bars approved for your  
vehicle.  
Observe the instructions on fitting and use  
contained in the guide supplied with the  
roof bars.  
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads  
that have been cleared of snow to avoid  
damaging your vehicle's tyres and the  
road surface. If your vehicle is fitted with  
alloy wheels, check that no part of the  
chain or its fixings is in contact with the  
wheel rim.  
Be sure to refer to national legislation in  
order to comply with the regulations for  
transporting objects which are longer than  
the vehicle.  
Sunroof  
Check that the load does not pass below  
the roof bars so that it does not impede  
the movements of the sunroof.  
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the  
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:  
Recommendations  
F Distribute the load uniformly, taking  
care to avoid overloading one of the  
sides.  
Sunroof  
Original tyre size  
Maximum link size  
F Arrange the heaviest part of the load  
as close as possible to the roof.  
F Secure the load firmly and fit a warning  
flag if the load overhangs the vehicle.  
F Drive gently: the vehicle will be more  
susceptible to the effects of side winds  
(stability may be affected).  
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215/65 R17  
235/55 R18  
205/55 R19  
9 mm  
cannot be fitted with chains  
9 mm  
F Remove the roof bars once they are no  
longer needed.  
For more information on snow chains, contact  
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Do not operate the sunroof when using  
roof bars – risk of major damage!  
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Version without longitudinal Version with longitudinal  
When the engine is hot, handle the  
exterior safety catch and the bonnet  
stay with care (risk of burns), using the  
protected area.  
bars  
bars  
When the bonnet is open, take care not to  
damage the safety catch.  
Do not open the bonnet under very windy  
conditions.  
The cooling fan may start after  
switching off the engine: take care  
with articles and clothing that might be  
caught by the fan blades.  
You must fit the transverse bars to the  
longitudinal bars at the engraved markings on  
the longitudinal bars.  
To install the roof bars, you must secure them  
only to the four fixing points on the roof frame.  
These points are concealed by the vehicle's  
doors when they are closed.  
Opening  
Bonnet  
F Open the left-hand front door.  
Before doing anything under the bonnet,  
deactivate the Stop & Start system to  
avoid the risk of injury related to an  
automatic change to START mode.  
The location of the interior bonnet release  
lever prevents opening the bonnet when  
the left-hand front door is shut.  
The roof bar fixings include a lug to be fitted  
into the hole at each fixing point.  
F Pull the release lever, located at the bottom  
of the door aperture, towards you.  
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5. Remote earth point (-).  
6. Fusebox.  
7. Air filter.  
Engine compartment  
These engines are examples provided as  
a guide.  
8. Engine oil filler cap.  
9. Engine oil dipstick.  
10. Priming pump*  
The locations of the following elements may vary:  
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Air filter.  
Engine oil dipstick.  
Engine oil filler cap.  
Priming pump.  
Degassing screw.  
11. Degassing screw*.  
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Depending on engine.  
F Lift the safety catch and raise the bonnet.  
The Diesel fuel system operates under  
very high pressure.  
Petrol engine  
F Unclip the stay from its housing and place it  
All work on this circuit must be carried out  
only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.  
Closing  
F Take the stay out of the support slot.  
F Clip the stay in its housing.  
F Lower the bonnet and release it near the  
end of its travel.  
F Pull on the bonnet to check that it is locked  
correctly.  
Checking levels  
Check all of the following levels regularly in  
accordance with the manufacturer's service  
schedule. Top them up if required, unless  
otherwise indicated.  
Diesel engine  
If a level drops significantly, have the  
corresponding system checked by a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
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Because of the presence of electrical  
equipment under the bonnet, it is  
recommended that exposure to water  
(rain, washing, etc.) be limited.  
The fluids must comply with the  
manufacturer's requirements and with the  
vehicle's engine.  
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.  
2. Engine coolant reservoir.  
3. Brake fluid reservoir.  
4. Battery/Fuses.  
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The vehicle must be parked on a level surface,  
with the engine stopped for more than 30 minutes.  
Take care when working under the bonnet,  
as certain areas of the engine may be  
extremely hot (risk of burns) and the  
cooling fan could start at any time (even  
with the ignition off).  
It is normal to top up the oil level between two  
services (or oil changes). It is recommended  
that you check the level, and top up if  
A = MAX  
B = MIN  
necessary, every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).  
In order to maintain the reliability of the  
engine and emissions control system,  
never use additives in the engine oil.  
Used products  
Do not start the engine if the level is:  
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or  
fluids with the skin.  
Most of these fluids are harmful to health,  
and may be very corrosive.  
Check using the dipstick  
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Above mark A, then contact a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Below mark B, then top up the engine oil  
immediately.  
The location of the dipstick is shown in the  
corresponding underbonnet layout view.  
F Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and  
pull it out completely.  
F Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean,  
non-fluffy cloth.  
F Refit the dipstick and push fully down, then  
pull it out again to make the visual check:  
the correct level is between marks A and B.  
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Do not discard used oil or fluids into  
sewers or onto the ground.  
Empty used oil into the containers  
reserved for this purpose at a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Oil grade  
Before topping up the oil or changing  
the oil, check that the oil is the correct  
grade for your engine and conforms to the  
manufacturer's recommendations.  
Engine oil  
Topping up the engine oil level  
The level is checked either using the  
oil level indicator in the instrument  
panel when the ignition is switched  
on, for vehicles equipped with an  
electric gauge, or using the dipstick.  
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the  
corresponding underbonnet layout view.  
F Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any  
spills on engine components (risk of fire).  
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The check and top-up must only be done with  
the engine cold.  
A low level presents a risk of serious damage  
to the engine.  
The level of this fluid should be close to the  
"MAX" mark but should never exceed it.  
If the level is close to or below the "MIN" mark,  
it is essential to top up.  
F Wait a few minutes before checking the  
level again using the dipstick.  
F Add more oil if necessary.  
F After checking the level, carefully refit the oil  
filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.  
Fluid specification  
The screenwash fluid must be topped up with  
a ready for use mix.  
In winter (temperatures below zero), a liquid  
containing an anti-freeze agent must be  
used which is appropriate for the prevailing  
conditions, in order to preserve the elements of  
the system (pump, tank, ducts, etc.).  
During the 30 minutes after topping up the  
oil, the check performed with the oil level  
indicator in the instrument panel when the  
ignition is switched on is not valid.  
When the engine is hot, the temperature of this  
fluid is regulated by the fan.  
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 the risk of scalding if you need to top  
up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around the  
cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to allow  
the pressure to drop.  
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the  
cap and top up to the required level.  
Filling with pure water is prohibited  
under all circumstances (risk of freezing,  
limestone deposits, jets, etc.).  
Brake fluid  
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel  
with particle filter)  
The level of this fluid should be close  
to the "MAX" mark. If not, check the  
brake pad wear.  
The minimum level in the particle  
filter additive tank is indicated by fixed  
illumination of this warning lamp,  
To know how often the brake fluid should be  
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing  
schedule.  
accompanied by an audible warning  
and a message warning that the level  
of additive is too low.  
or  
Cooling of the engine when stopped  
If topping up, clean the cap before  
replacing it. Use only DOT4 brake fluid  
from a sealed canister.  
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The engine cooling fan may start after  
the engine has been switched off.  
Take care with objects or clothing that  
could be caught in the blades of the  
fan!  
Topping up  
This additive must be topped up without delay  
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Engine coolant  
Screenwash fluid  
Check the engine coolant level  
regularly.  
It is normal to top up this fluid  
between two services.  
Top up to the required level when  
necessary.  
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AdBlue (BlueHDi)  
12 V battery  
A clogged cabin filter may have an  
adverse effect on the performance of  
the air conditioning system and generate  
undesirable odours.  
An alert is triggered once the reserve level is  
reached.  
For more information on the AdBlue range  
indicators, refer to the corresponding section.  
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised as per  
regulations, you must top up the AdBlue tank.  
The battery does not require any maintenance.  
However, check regularly that the terminals  
are correctly tightened (versions without quick  
release terminals) and that the connections  
are clean.  
Air filter  
Depending on the environment and  
the use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty  
atmosphere, city driving), change it  
twice as often if necessary.  
For more information on the precautions to  
take before any work on the 12 V battery,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
For more information on the Supply of  
AdBlue, refer to the corresponding section.  
Checks  
Unless otherwise indicated, check these  
components in accordance with the  
manufacturer's service schedule and according  
to your engine.  
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are  
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of  
specific technology and specification.  
Its replacement should be carried out  
only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Oil filter  
Change the oil filter each time the  
engine oil is changed.  
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Particle filter (Diesel)  
The start of saturation of the particle  
filter is signalled by the temporary  
illumination of this warning lamp,  
accompanied by a message warning  
of the risk of the filter clogging up.  
Cabin filter  
Only use products recommended by  
CITROËN or products of equivalent quality  
and specification.  
In order to optimise the operation of  
components as important as those in the  
braking system, CITROËN selects and  
offers very specific products.  
Depending on the environment and  
the use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty  
atmosphere, city driving), change it  
twice as often if necessary.  
or  
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,  
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at  
least 37 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp  
goes off.  
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Brake pads  
Electric parking brake  
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates  
a low Diesel additive level.  
For more information on Checking levels,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Brake wear depends on the style  
of driving, particularly in the case  
of vehicles used in town, over short  
distances. It may be necessary to  
have the condition of the brakes  
checked, even between vehicle  
services.  
This system does not require any  
routine servicing. However, in case  
of an issue, do not hesitate to have  
the system checked by a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Following prolonged operation of the  
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,  
you may, in exceptional circumstances,  
notice the emission of water vapour at the  
exhaust on acceleration. This does not  
affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the  
environment.  
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in  
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake  
pads are worn.  
For more information on the Electric  
parking brake, refer to the corresponding  
section.  
After washing the vehicle, dampness, or  
in wintry conditions, ice can form on the  
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency  
may be reduced. Make light brake  
Wheels and tyres  
New vehicle  
The pressure must be checked on  
all tyres, including the spare wheel,  
when the tyres are "cold", at least  
once a month and before a long  
journey.  
The first particle filter regeneration  
operations may be accompanied by a  
"burning" smell, which is perfectly normal.  
applications to dry and defrost the brakes.  
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure  
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have  
driven for more than 10 minutes or more  
than 6 miles (10 kilometres) at over 31 mph  
(50 km/h), add 0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values  
indicated on the label.  
Manual gearbox  
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Brake disc wear  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
For information on checking brake  
disc wear, contact a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Automatic gearbox  
The gearbox does not require any  
maintenance (no oil change).  
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Practical information  
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)  
To respect the environment and ensure  
compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without  
adversely affecting the performance or fuel  
consumption of Diesel engines, CITROËN  
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles  
with a system that associates SCR (Selective  
Catalytic Reduction) with a Diesel particle filter  
(DPF) for the treatment of exhaust gases.  
Headlamps and lamps  
Driving with under-inflated tyres increases  
fuel consumption. Non-compliant tyre  
pressure causes premature wear on tyres  
and has an adverse effect on the vehicle's  
road holding – risk of an accident!  
The headlamps have polycarbonate  
lenses with a protective coating.  
Do not clean them with a dry or abrasive  
cloth, nor with detergent or solvent  
products.  
Use a sponge and soapy water.  
The use of a high pressure jet wash for  
cleaning the headlamps, lamps and their  
surrounds may damage the lacquer and  
seals.  
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces  
the braking and road holding performance of  
the vehicle. It is recommended to regularly  
check the condition of the tyres (tread and  
sidewalls) and wheel rims as well as the  
presence of the valves.  
Using different size wheels and tyres from  
those specified can affect the lifetime of  
tyres, wheel rotation, ground clearance, the  
speedometer reading and have an adverse  
effect on road holding.  
SCR system  
Observe the recommendations on  
pressure and distance for jet washing.  
First clean persistent stains with a sponge  
and warm soapy water.  
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains  
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of  
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and  
water, which are harmless to health and the  
environment.  
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles  
can cause the ESC to mistime.  
The AdBlue® is contained in  
a special tank holding about  
17 litres.  
Leather  
Advice on care and maintenance  
Recommendations on the care and  
maintenance of your vehicle are given in the  
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.  
Leather is a natural product. Appropriate  
regular care and cleaning is essential for its  
durability.  
Its capacity allows a driving range of  
approximately 5,600 miles (9,000 km), highly  
dependent on your driving style.  
An alert system is triggered automatically once  
the reserve level is reached: you can then drive  
for a further 1,500 miles (2,400 km) before the  
tank is empty.  
Refer to your vehicle's Maintenance and  
Warranty guide for information on all the  
special precautions to observe.  
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