Oil change and oil filter change - Citroën C2 1.4 HDi

Raise and wedge the front of the vehicle. To access the oil pan, it is necessary to remove the under-engine fairing. It is held in place by 9 1/4 turn screws. Turn the screws 1/4 turn and simply pull on them.

Securing the vehicle: removing and refitting the wheel

Unscrew the drain plug from the lower crankcase, using a 21 hex key

Allow the oil to drain for as long as possible.

Screw the drain plug back on with a new gasket.

Place the cover on the engine, pulling on it to unclip it.

Then remove the air intake duct fixing screw using a screwdriver with a Torx T27.

Place a rag around the oil filter cover housing to collect any oil leakage.

Using a 27 socket, unscrew the cover

Allow the cartridge-lid assembly to drain and then remove it.

Remove the cartridge from the cover by pulling on it.

Replace the cover O-ring and lightly lubricate the seal and threads.

Compare dimensions between the new oil filter and the old one

Replace the new cartridge, making sure to insert its nipple into the hole provided for this purpose at the bottom of the housing.

Replace the cover, screw back on and tighten the cover, tightening torque 25 Nm

Refuel of oil recommended by Citroën, 3.75 L of 10w40 diesel oil.

Run the engine for 1 minute. Wait 10 minutes and check the level on the gauge, between min and max. Adjust accordingly.

Reinstall the air duct and the upper and lower fairings

Take the used oil and filter to a recycling center.