Target Audience:
Citroën DS19 owners, DIY mechanics, professional repair shops
Positioning:
Revolutionary luxury sedan that set new standards in automotive engineering and design for its time.
Advantage:
Provides factory-level information, enabling significant cost savings on repairs and maintenance.
Features:
Complete, intact, professional quality, hundreds of diagrams/photos, step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting guides, wiring diagrams.
Value Proposition:
Empowers owners to maintain and repair their classic Citroën DS19 with confidence, preserving its value and operational integrity.
Systems:
General Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Engine Service/Repair, Transmission Service/Repair, Brake System, Wiring Diagram, Electrical System, Suspension, Periodic Lubrication, Steering, Cooling System, Fuel Injection/Fuel System, Emission System, Heater/Air Conditioning, Engine Control System, Chassis/Body, Restraint System, Interior, Differential/Drive, Axle
Specific Suspension:
Hydropneumatic suspension system (all aspects: components, operation, adjustment, repair).
Specific Electrical:
Detailed wiring diagrams for all electrical circuits, including lighting, ignition, starting, and accessories.
Engine Controls:
Engine control system, including ignition timing, fuel delivery adjustments, and emissions control (if applicable for the year).
Chassis Body:
Chassis and body repair, including structural components, body panels, and interior trim.
Restraint System:
Information on seat belts and any other restraint systems available for the 1967 model.
Heater Air Conditioning:
Details on the climate control system, including heater core, fan, and ducting.
Procedures:
Detailed substeps, numbered instructions, disassembly, assembly, cleaning, reinstalling, diagnostic and repair procedures, electrical service procedures
Diagnostic Methods:
Troubleshooting charts and diagnostic procedures for common faults across all vehicle systems.
Rebuild Procedures:
Engine overhaul, transmission rebuild, brake system component replacement, suspension unit servicing.
Depth:
Professional, comprehensive diagnostic, repair, and maintenance information used by local service/repair shops; detailed information for specific vehicle or equipment repair
Illustration Type:
Detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos; enlarged inset views for critical components.
Diagram Detail:
Wiring diagrams are comprehensive, allowing for tracing of all electrical pathways and aiding in diagnosing electrical faults.
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder (Hydropneumatic suspension implies specific engine integration)
Engine Configuration:
OHV (Overhead Valve) inline-four
Displacement Cc:
1911 cc (for DS19 designation)
Horsepower Ps:
Approx. 75-80 PS (for DS19 variant)
Torque Nm:
Approx. 130 Nm (for DS19 variant, at specific RPM)
Fuel Delivery:
Carbureted (typically Solex or Zenith, specific model dependent)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (though leaded was common when new)
Oil Change Interval Km:
5,000 - 7,500 km (typical for the era, refer to manual for exact specifications)
Transmission Service Interval Km:
Refer to manual for specific transmission fluid and filter change intervals.
Engine Oil Type:
API SG or SH, SAE 20W-50 or 15W-40 (refer to manual for precise grade and capacity)
Suspension Fluid Type:
LHM (Liquide Hydraulique Minéral) - specific Citroën specification
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze (refer to manual for specific mix ratio and type)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic fluid (check manual for specific type and system).
Common Problems:
Hydropneumatic system leaks, electrical gremlins, rust on body panels, carburetor tuning, synchromesh wear on transmissions.
Suspension Maintenance:
Regular checks of sphere diaphragms and fluid levels are critical for optimal hydropneumatic system function.
Heritage Note:
Citroën is renowned for its innovation and avant-garde automotive design, particularly with the DS model line.
Model Note:
The DS19 was the original model introduced in 1955, known for its aerodynamic styling and revolutionary hydropneumatic suspension system.
Badge Significance:
DS stands for 'Déesse' in French, meaning 'Goddess'.
Production Period:
DS models produced from 1955 to 1975.
