Vehicle Segment:
Executive car, positioned as a flagship model for Citroën.
Target Audience:
Consumers seeking advanced technology, comfort, and distinctive styling.
Key Competitors:
Peugeot 605, Renault Safrane, BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi 80/100.
Signature Technology:
Citroën's innovative Hydractive suspension system, offering unparalleled ride comfort and handling.
Design Philosophy:
Aerodynamic, distinctive, and futuristic styling by Bertone initially, refined in Series 2.
Utility For Owners:
Essential for identifying correct replacement parts, servicing, and restoration projects.
Utility For Professionals:
Indispensable for mechanics and parts departments to accurately source components.
Engine Components:
Cylinder head, block, pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, valves, oil pump, water pump, timing components, intake and exhaust manifolds.
Fuel System:
Fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel lines, injectors, fuel rail, regulators.
Cooling System:
Radiator, hoses, thermostat, fan, coolant reservoir.
Ignition System:
Spark plugs, ignition coils/distributor, wiring.
Transmission Manual:
Gearbox internal components, clutch assembly, selector mechanism.
Transmission Automatic:
Torque converter, valve body, planetary gear sets, transmission control unit (if applicable).
Drivetrain:
Driveshafts, constant velocity joints, differential, wheel hubs.
Suspension Front:
Control arms, ball joints, shock absorbers/struts, springs, anti-roll bar, hydro-pneumatic spheres (for Hydractive system).
Suspension Rear:
Trailing arms, shock absorbers/struts, springs, anti-roll bar, hydro-pneumatic spheres (for Hydractive system), self-steering system components.
Steering System:
Steering rack, power steering pump, steering column, tie rods.
Brake System Front:
Brake calipers, discs, pads, hydraulic lines.
Brake System Rear:
Brake calipers, discs, pads, hydraulic lines.
Parking Brake:
Mechanism, cables, actuating components.
Electrical System Lighting:
Headlights, taillights, indicators, interior lighting, bulbs.
Electrical System Starting Charging:
Starter motor, alternator, battery, ignition switch.
Electrical System Accessories:
Wipers, washers, horn, power windows, mirrors, central locking, sunroof, climate control components.
Bodywork Exterior:
Bumpers, grille, fenders, hood, doors, trunk lid, glass, seals, trim.
Bodywork Interior:
Dashboard, seats, door panels, carpets, headliner, trim panels.
Climate Control:
HVAC unit, blower motor, evaporator, condenser, refrigerant lines, control panel.
Safety Systems:
Seat belts, airbags (if applicable), ABS components.
Part Identification:
Detailed exploded diagrams and associated part numbers for every component.
Assembly Disassembly:
Visual guidance for component removal and installation sequences, crucial for complex systems like Hydractive.
Ordering Parts:
Essential for specifying correct replacement parts via OEM part numbers.
Depth Of Information:
Comprehensive for parts identification and interchangeability, less for diagnostic procedures or repair instructions.
Diagnostic Support:
Limited to identifying faulty components via their part numbers and diagrams.
Repair Instructions:
Not typically provided in a parts catalog; this manual focuses on 'what' to replace, not 'how' to replace it.
Engine Codes:
Various, including EW10, XU10J2, XU10J4, PRV V6 (ES9J4, ZPJ), HDi Diesel (RHZ).
Engine Types Available:
Four-cylinder petrol, V6 petrol, four-cylinder turbo-diesel.
Typical Horsepower:
Ranging from approx. 115 HP (2.0L) to 190 HP (3.0L V6) depending on variant.
Typical Torque:
Varies significantly by engine, e.g., around 170 Nm for 2.0L, 260 Nm for V6.
Injection Type:
Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI/GDI for petrol, Common Rail for HDi).
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 15,000-20,000 km or 12 months (depending on oil type and driving conditions).
Timing Belt Replacement:
Critical for petrol engines, usually around 80,000-120,000 km or 5-6 years.
Hydractive Fluid Change:
Recommended every 40,000-60,000 km for optimal system performance and longevity.
Engine Oil Specification:
Likely 5W-40 or 10W-40 synthetic or semi-synthetic, refer to manual for specific grades (e.g., ACEA A3/B3).
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Hydractive Fluid Specification:
Citroën LHS 2 (or LHS+) or equivalent mineral-based hydraulic fluid (e.g., Total Fluide LDS for later models, but LHS 2 is for this era).
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol based, long-life coolant (e.g., PSA approved).
Electrical Gremlins:
Common in older French cars, particularly around multiplexed systems (if present in later Series 2) and door looms.
Hydractive System Faults:
Leaking spheres, failing pumps, height corrector issues, electrical faults in the control module.
Engine Reliability:
PRV V6 can have camshaft wear; some early petrol engines had head gasket issues, improved in Series 2.
Rust:
Potential on wheel arches, sills, and rear suspension mounts, especially in corrosive climates.
