CITROEN C1 User Manual

Draining methods.
Oil capacities are defined according to the following methods.
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GENERAL
CAPACITIES (in litres)
Draining of the engine lubrication system by GRAVITY
Place the vehicle on horizontal ground (in the high position if hydro-
pneumatic suspension).
The engine should be hot (oil temperature 80° C) .
Drain the sump by gravity
Remove the oil filter cartridge (time for draining and drip-drip =
15 minutes approx.).
Refit the cap with a new seal
Refit a new oil filter cartridge
Refill the engine with oil (see table for oil capacity).
Start the engine to fill the oil filter cartridge.
Stop the engine (allow to stabilise for 5 minutes).
Draining of the engine lubrication system by SUCTION.
Place the vehicle on horizontal ground (in the high position if hydro-
pneumatic suspension).
The engine should be hot (oil temperature 80° C) .
Remove the oil by suction through the dipstick tube.
Remove the oil filter cartridge.
Maintain the suction of oil in the sump
(15 minutes approx.).
Refit a new oil filter cartridge
Refill the engine with oil (see table for oil capacity).
Start the engine to fill the oil filter cartridge.
Stop the engine (allow to stabilise for 5 minutes).
WARNING : Remove the suction container before starting
the engine
ESSENTIAL : Systematically check the oil level using the oil dipstick.
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CITROEN C1 Specifications

General

Brand	CITROEN
Model	C1
Category	Automobile
Language	English