Vehicle Specifications Lubricants and operating fluids Cm. « Weekly checks ». Refueling volumes (approximately) Engine oil (including oil filter) Engines 1.8 l and 1.9 l of the XUD series: With steel oil pan - 4.2 l With aluminum oil pan -...
Service Schedule — 1.8L and 1.9L Diesel Models Note. The service schedule provided here is your vehicle's service schedule. For information on the manufacturer's assigned service schedule, contact your dealer. The service intervals in this manual are based on you,...
Service Schedule — 2.0L Diesel Models Note. The service schedule provided here is your vehicle's service schedule. For information on the manufacturer's assigned service schedule, contact your dealer. The service intervals in this manual are based on you,...
The location of the elements in the engine compartment and the bottom Engine compartment (view from above) - release model until September 2002 with a 1.9 l engine (DW-series) 1. Engine oil filler cap; 2. Dipstick for measuring the level of engine oil; 3. Battery; 4. Reservoir for...
General information about maintenance This chapter will help the car owner to keep his car in good condition, to ensure safety, economy, long life and the best performance. It provides a basic maintenance schedule, followed by paragraphs on how to complete...
Current service 1. From the date of purchase of the vehicle, following the maintenance schedule exactly as instructed in this manual and performing frequent checks of fluid levels and wear on the most exposed parts, as instructed in...
Changing engine oil and oil filter Note. Some variants may require an appropriate square head wrench to remove the oil pan drain plug. These wrenches are available from many auto parts stores or your Peugeot/Citroen dealer. 1. Changing the engine oil and...
Draining condensate from the fuel filter Tip: This is a rather messy procedure. Wear disposable elastic gloves and prepare enough rags or newspapers to soak up spilled fuel and condensate. Be extremely careful not to spill fuel on cooling system hoses, wiring...
Checking the covers of the leading semi-axes 1 Raise the vehicle and securely support it under (see « Lifting and placing the car on supports »). In turn, turn the steering wheel fully to either side and slowly rotate each front wheel. Examine the rubber boots of...
Lubrication of hinges and locks 1. Walk around the vehicle and lightly lubricate the hinges of the hood, side doors and tailgate with engine oil. 2. Lightly grease the hood release mechanism and exposed cable with grease. 3. Carefully check the...
Road test Instruments and electrical equipment 1. Check the operation of all appliances and electrical equipment. 2. Verify that all gauges are reading correctly. Turn on all electrical equipment one by one and check their...
Resetting the Service Interval Display 1. When service is complete, reset the service interval display as described below. 2. With the ignition off, press and hold the trip odometer button. 3. Turn on the ignition and the display will count down. When the...
Replacing the dust filter 1. Release the floor trim panel from under the dash on the passenger side. 2. Remove the three screws and cover from the dust filter housing on the heater. If the screws are not visible, slide the cover sideways to...
Checking and replacing the accessory drive belt — 1.8L and 1.9L engines Note. Peugeot/Citroen prescribes the use of a special electronic tool (belt tension measuring tool SEEM C. TRONIC, type 105) for correct tension adjustment of an accessory drive belt equipped with a manually adjustable...
Drive belt (XUD with manual adjuster on alternator top support) Removing 6. Follow the steps in steps 1 and 2 if you have not already done so. 7. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (see « Disconnecting the battery »). 8. Loosen the top and bottom nuts/bolts (whichever is...
Drive belt (XUD with manually adjustable idler pulley) Removing 18. Follow the steps in steps 1 and 2 if you have not already done so. 19. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (refer to paragraph « Disconnecting the battery »). 20. Loosen the two bolts securing the...
Drive belt (XUD with auto adjust idler) Removing 30. Follow the steps in steps 1 and 2 if you have not already done so. 31. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (refer to paragraph « Disconnecting the battery »). 32. If necessary, remove the screws from...
Drive belt (DW engines without power steering) Removing 42. Follow the steps in steps 1 and 2 if you have not already done so. 43. Disconnect the wire «masses» from battery (refer to paragraph « Disconnecting the battery »). 44. Loosen the two bolts securing the...
Drive belt (DW engines with power steering) Note. A 4.0 mm diameter bolt or rod is required to lock the spring-loaded idler pulley. Removing 68. Follow the steps described in paragraphs 1 and 2, if you have not already done so. 69. Disconnect the wire «masses»...
Drive belt (DW engines with air conditioning) Note. A 6.0mm diameter bolt or rod is required to lock the spring loaded idler pulley. Removing 76. Follow the steps described in paragraphs 1 and 2, if you have not already done so. 77. Disconnect the wire «masses»...
Checking and replacing the accessory drive belt — 2.0L engines Examination 1. Place wheel chocks under the rear wheels. Raise the front of the vehicle and securely jack stands under it (see « Lifting and placing the car on supports »). Remove the right front wheel. 2. From under...
Checking the brake pads of the front disc brakes 1. Fully apply the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and securely jack stands under it (see « Lifting and placing the car on supports »). Remove the front wheels. 2. If, as a result of wear, the thickness of...
Checking the brake pads of the rear drum brakes 1. Remove the rear brake drums and check the brake pads for signs of wear or contamination. At the same time, inspect the wheel brake cylinders for signs of leakage and the brake drum for signs of wear. For more...
Exhaust system check 1. When the engine is cold (at least one hour after driving) check the entire exhaust system, from the engine to the cut of the exhaust pipe. Raise the vehicle with a hoist or jack it up and securely jack it up to make...
Steering and suspension check 1. Fully apply the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and securely jack stands under it (see « Lifting and placing the car on supports »). 2. Visually inspect the dustproof covers of the spherical joints of...
Fuel Filter Replacement (1.8L and 1.9L XUD Series Engines) Warning. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the fuel filter housing and fuel to spill onto the clutch when performing this procedure. 1. The fuel filter is located in a plastic housing on the front of the engine. 2....
Fuel Filter Replacement (1.9L DW Series Engines) 9. Release the fasteners on the right side and on the top plane of the engine cover, and then remove the cover, being careful not to fall out of the corresponding rubber supports (pic. 4.6, a-c). 10. Remove all traces...
Fuel Filter Replacement (2.0L Engines) Note. Before removing the fuel filter/housing, consult your dealer about the availability of these items. On some models, the fuel filter/housing may be a single unit. Warning. Absolute cleanliness must be observed when...
Replacing the air filter element 7.8L and 1.9L XUD Series Engines 1. Release the clip and disconnect the air intake line from the top of the filter housing. Loosen the clamps and remove the air duct connecting the inlet to the rear of the filter...
Checking the oil level in a manual transmission Note. To unscrew the filler/inspection plug of the transmission, on some variants, an appropriate square head wrench may be required. These wrenches are available from many auto parts stores or your Peugeot/Citroen...
Checking emission reduction systems 1. Detailed information on the elements of emission reduction systems is given in chapter 4D . 2. Inspection consists of a simple visual inspection of hoses and connections for obvious signs of damage or leaks. 3....
Brake Fluid Replacement Attention! Brake fluid can be harmful to the eyes and damage body paintwork. Therefore, when handling it, in particular when refueling it, be extremely careful. Do not use fluid from a container that has been left open...
Coolant replacement Draining the coolant from the cooling system Attention! Wait for the engine to cool down before starting this procedure. Do not allow antifreeze to come into contact with skin or vehicle paintwork. Splashes should be...
Replacing airbags and seat belt pretensioners Peugeot/Citroen recommends that airbags and pretensioners be replaced every 10 years, regardless of condition. For information on replacing airbags, see chapter 12 , and for information on replacing seat belt...