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Diesel additive level
(Diesel engine with
particle filter)

Topping up

This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.

Used products

A low additive level is indicated by
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a message in the instrument
panel screen.

Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid

In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, the low fluid level
is indicated by an audible signal and
a message in the screen.

Fluid specification

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up with or
replaced with plain water.

Reservoir capacity (depending on version).
- screenwash fluid: approximately 3.5 litres,
- screenwash and headlamp wash fluid:

approximately 6.15 litres.

Top up the reservoir when you next stop
the vehicle.

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.

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Checks

12 V battery

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.

Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Air filter and passenger compartment filter

Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g.
city driving), replace them twice as often if
necessary

A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.

Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.

Oil filter

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the replacement interval for this
component.

Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for these
components.

For more information and the precautions to
take before starting work on the 12 V battery,
refer to the corresponding section.

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.

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Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).

Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for the checking interval for this component.

Particle filter system (Diesel)

Complementary to the catalytic converter,
this filter makes an active contribution to the
preservation of air quality by trapping unburnt
pollutant particles. Black exhaust fumes are
thus no longer emitted.
After prolonged idling or driving at very low
speeds, you may occasionally notice water
vapour being emitted from the exhaust when
accelerating. This is of no consequence to the
running of the vehicle or to the environment.

If there is risk of blockage, a message
appears in the instrument panel screen,
accompanied by an audible signal and
illumination of the service warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle filter
is approaching saturation (in conditions
of urban driving of exceptionally long
duration: low speeds, traffic jams etc.)
To regenerate the filter, it is advised to
drive as soon as possible, when traffic
conditions permit, at a speed of 40 mph
(around 60 km/h) or more for at least
five minutes (until the alert message
disappears).
If this alert persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Brake pads

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.

Brake disc wear

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

Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.

Manual parking brake

Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
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 applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.

If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.

Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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 on the
Electric parking brake, refer to the
corresponding section.

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AdBlue

and SCR system

for BlueHDi Diesel engines

To assure respect for the environment and
conformity with the new Euro 6 emissions
standard, without adversely affecting the
performance or fuel consumption of Diesel
engines, CITROËN has taken the decision to
equip its vehicles with an effective system that
associates SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)
with a particle filter (FAP) for the treatment of
exhaust gases.

SCR system

Using a fluid called AdBlue

containing urea, a

catalytic converter turns up to 85% of nitrogen
oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and water, which are
harmless to health and the environment.

The AdBlue

is held in a special tank with

a capacity of about 17 litres: this provides
a driving range of about 12 500 miles
(20 000 km). An alert is triggered automatically
to warn you when the reserve level is
reached: you can then drive about 1 500 miles
(2 400 km) before the tank is empty.

During each scheduled service of your vehicle
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,
the AdBlue

tank is refilled in order to allow

normal operation of the SCR system.

If the estimated mileage of your vehicle
between two services is greater than
12 500 miles (20 000 km), it will be necessary
to top-up the AdBlue

Once the AdBlue

tank is empty, a

system required by regulations prevents
starting of the engine.
If the SCR system is faulty, the level
of emissions from your vehicle will no
longer meet the Euro 6 standard: your
vehicle becomes polluting.
In the event of a confirmed fault
with the SCR system, you must go
to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible: after
a running distance of 650 miles
(1 100 km), a system will be triggered
automatically to prevent engine starting.
In either case, a range indicator gives
you the distance you can travel before
the vehicle is immobilised.

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AdBlue

fluid range indicators

Once the AdBlue

tank is on reserve or after

detection of a fault with the SCR emissions
control system, when the ignition is switched
on, an indicator displays an estimate of the
distance that can be covered, the range, before
engine starting is prevented.
In the event of simultaneous system fault and
low AdBlue

level, the shortest range figure is

the one displayed.

In the event of the risk of non-starting related to a lack of AdBlue

Range greater than 1 500 miles (2 400 km)
When the ignition is switched on, no
information on range is displayed automatically
in the instrument panel.

Pressing this button displays the driving range
temporarily.
Above 3 000 miles (5 000 km), the value is not
specified.

The engine start prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue

tank is

empty.

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When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a message
(e.g. "Top-up emissions additive: Starting
prevented in 900 miles") indicating the
remaining range expressed in miles or
kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
200 miles (300 km) until the fluid has been
topped-up.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the AdBlue

topped-up.

You can also top-up the tank yourself.
For more information on AdBlue

and the SCR

system

, and in particular on topping-up the

AdBlue

, refer to the corresponding section.

When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a message
(e.g. "Top-up emissions additive: Starting
prevented in 350 miles") indicating the
remaining range expressed in miles or
kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
30 seconds until the fluid has been topped-up.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the AdBlue

topped-up.

You can also top-up the tank yourself.
Otherwise you will not be able to restart your
engine.

When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of the message "Top-up
emissions additive: Starting prevented".
The AdBlue

tank is empty: the system required

by regulations prevents engine starting.

To be able to start the engine,
we recommend that you call on
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for the top-up required.
If you carry out the top-up yourself, it
is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of
AdBlue

to the tank.

Remaining range between 350 and 1500 miles (600 and 2 400 km)

Remaining range between 0 and 350 miles (0 and 600 km)

Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue

For more information on AdBlue

and the SCR

system

, and in particular on topping-up the

AdBlue

, refer to the corresponding section.

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In the event of a fault with the SCR emissions control system

These warning lamps come on, accompanied
by an audible signal and the display of the
message "Emissions fault".
The alert is triggered when driving when the
fault is detected for the first time, then when
switching on the ignition for subsequent
journeys, while the fault persists.

If it is a temporary fault, the alert
disappears during the next journey,
after self-diagnosis of the SCR system.

During an authorised driving phase (between
650 miles and 0 miles) (1 100 km and 0 km)

A system that prevents engine starting
is activated automatically from
650 miles (1 100 km) after confirmation
of a fault with the SCR emissions
control system. Have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop as soon as possible.

In the event of the detection of a fault

If a fault with the SCR system is confirmed
(after 30 miles (50 km) covered with the
permanent display of the message signalling
a fault), these warning lamps come on,
accompanied by an audible signal and the
display of a message (e.g.: "Emissions fault:
Starting prevented in 150 miles") indicating
the remaining range expressed in miles or
kilometres.
While driving, the message is displayed every
30 seconds while the fault with the SCR system
persists.
The alert is repeated when switching on the
ignition.
You should go to a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Otherwise, you will not be able to restart your
engine.

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Every time the ignition is switched on, these
warning lamps come on, accompanied by an
audible signal and the display of the message
"Emissions fault: Starting prevented".

You have exceeded the authorised
driving limit: the starting prevention
system inhibits engine starting.

Freezing of the AdBlue

AdBlue

freezes at temperatures below

around -11°C.
The SCR system includes a heater
for the AdBlue

tank, allowing you

to continue driving in all weather
conditions.

Starting prevented

To be able to start the engine, you must call on
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Precautions in use

AdBlue

is a urea-based solution. This liquid is

non-flammable, colourless and odourless (kept
in a cool area).
In the event of contact with the skin, wash
the affected area with soap and water. In the
event of contact with the eyes, wash (irrigate)
the eyes with large amounts of water or with
an eye wash solution for at least 15 minutes.
If a burning sensation or irritation persists, get
medical attention.
If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth
with clean water and then drink plenty of water.
In certain conditions (high temperature, for
example), the risk of release of ammonia
cannot be excluded: do not inhale the fluid.
Ammonia vapour has an irritant effect on
mucous membranes (eyes, nose and throat).

Keep AdBlue

out of the reach of

children, in its original container or
bottle.
Never transfer AdBlue

to another

container: it would lose its purity.

Use only AdBlue

fluid that meets the

ISO 22241 standard.

Never dilute AdBlue

with water.

Never pour AdBlue

into the Diesel fuel

tank.

The supply in a non-drip container or bottle
simplifies topping-up. You can obtain 1.89 litre
(half a US gallon) bottles or 5 litre containers
from a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Never top-up from an AdBlue

dispenser reserved for heavy goods
vehicles.

Topping-up the AdBlue

Filling the AdBlue

tank is an operation

included in every routine service on your
vehicle by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Nevertheless, given the capacity of the tank, it
may be necessary to top-up the fluid between
services, more particularly if an alert (warning
lamps and a message) signals the requirement.
You can go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If you envisage topping-up yourself, please
read the following warnings carefully.

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Recommendations on storage

AdBlue

freezes at about -11°C and

deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended
that bottles be stored in a cool area and
protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept
for at least a year.
If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it
has completely thawed out.

Never store bottles of AdBlue

in your

vehicle.

Procedure

Before starting the top-up procedure, ensure
that the vehicle is parked on a flat and level
surface.

Switch off the ignition and remove the key.

Access

F For access to the AdBlue

tank, raise the

boot carpet then, depending on equipment,
lift out the spare wheel and/or the storage
box.

Opening

Without pressing, turn the black cap a

quarter turn anti-clockwise and lift it off.

F Turn the blue cap a 6

of a turn anti-

clockwise.

Lift off the cap.

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Closing

Refit the blue cap to the tank and turn it a

of a turn clockwise, to its stop.

Refit the black cap and turn it a quarter of

a turn clockwise without pressing. Ensure
that the indicator on the cap lines up with
the indicator on the support.

Depending on equipment, return the spare

wheel and/or the storage box to the bottom
of the boot.

Refit the boot carpet and close the tailgate.

Important: in the event of a top-up
after a breakdown because of a lack
of AdBlue

, signalled by the message

"Top up emissions additive: Starting
prevented", you must wait around
5 minutes before switching on the ignition,
without opening the driver's door,
locking the vehicle or introducing the
key into the ignition switch

Switch on the ignition, then, after
10 seconds, start the engine.

Do not dispose of AdBlue

bottles or

containers in the household waste.
Place them in a container provided for
this purpose or take them to your dealer.

If any fluid is split or splashed, wash
immediately with cold water or wipe with
a damp cloth.
If the fluid has crystallised, clean it off
using a sponge and hot water.

Wipe away any spillage around the tank

filler using a damp cloth.

Important

: if your vehicle's

AdBlue

tank is completely empty -

which is confirmed by the alert
messages and the impossibility of
starting the engine, you must add at
least 3.8 litres (so two 1.89 litre bottles).

Filling

F Pour the contents of the bottle into your

vehicle's AdBlue

tank.

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HDi engines make use of advanced
technology.
For any work on your vehicle, contact
a qualified workshop that has the
skills and equipment required, which a
CITROËN dealer is able to provide.

BlueHDi engines

Running out of fuel (Diesel)

Priming the fuel system

HDi 160 engine

If you run out of fuel:
F

after filling (minimum 5 litres) and removing

the protective cover to gain access to the
priming pump,

operate the manual priming pump, until

some resistance is felt,

operate the starter motor while depressing

the accelerator pedal slightly until the
engine starts.

If the engine fails to start at the first attempt,
wait fifteen seconds before trying again.
If the engine fails to start after a few attempts,
operate the priming pump again and then try to
start the engine.
When the engine is idling, accelerate slightly to
complete the bleeding of the circuit.

Fill the fuel tank with at least 5 litres of

Diesel.

Switch on the ignition (without starting the

engine).

F Wait around 6 seconds and switch off the

ignition.

Repeat the operation 10 times.

Operate the starter to run the engine.

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Temporary puncture repair kit

Access to the kit

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor.

This kit consists of a compressor and a sealant
cartridge.
It allows the temporary repair

of a tyre.

You are then able to go to the nearest garage.

It is designed to repair most punctures
which could affect the tyre, located on
the tyre tread or shoulder.
Its compressor can be used to check
and adjust the pressure of the tyre.

List of tools

These tools are specific to your vehicle and can
vary according to equipment. Do not use them
for other purposes.
1.

12 V compressor.

To temporarily repair a tyre using an
integral sealant cartridge and adjust the
tyre pressure.

Towing eye.

For more information on Towing, refer to the
corresponding section.

All versions*, except BlueHDi
Diesel

BlueHDi Diesel versions

* Depending on the country of sale.

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Description of the kit

"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.

B. On

"I"

/ off "O" switch.

Deflation button.

Pressure gauge (in bars and psi).

Compartment housing a cable with an

adaptor for a 12 V socket.

Sealant cartridge.

White pipe with cap for repair and inflation.

Speed limit sticker.

The speed limit sticker H must be
affixed to the vehicle's steering wheel to
remind you that a wheel is in temporary
use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.

The tyre inflation pressures are given on this
label.

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Repair procedure

1. Sealing

Switch off the ignition.

F Turn the selector A to the

"sealant" position.

Check that the switch B is in

position "O"

Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.

F Uncoil the white pipe G

fully.

Unscrew the cap from the white pipe.

F Connect the white pipe to the valve of the

tyre to be repaired.

Take care, this product is harmful if
swallowed and causes irritation to the eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.

Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket.

Start the vehicle and leave the engine

running.

Do not start the compressor before
connecting the white pipe to the tyre
valve: the sealant product would be
expelled through the pipe.

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