Basic Suspension Question

[voguev8]

As a new owner and waiting for my ebay Haynes to arrive. I have a very basic question regarding

suspension fluid... From reading various posts, the suspension can leak thus causing ride height issues etc.

I cannot see anywhere under the bonnet to check or refill. Is there such a thing, also is the power

steering run from the same fluid/pump.

The owners handbook does not give much info.

Thanks

[Johndouglas]

I cannot see anywhere under the bonnet to check or refill. Is there such a thing,

 

As you stand in front of the car with the bonnet open, the suspension pump and the LDS tank is on the left hand side - UK driver's side.   To get to it you'll need to remove one torx screw and some plastic clips in the black cover.   And Yes - the power steering is looked after by the same fluid.   If you are new to C5's take note that they use LDS - not LHM as in previous hydro pneumatic Citroens.   The two won't mix and LHM in a C5 will give you grief.

[voguev8]

Hi

Many thanks.

Have to say really loving the C5, 40 plus mpg (and its a auto), great ride, and used the seats down estate yesterday, managed

to transport a dressing table/2 chairs and a load of kitchen equipment all in one loud...

Thinking of buying another C5 for the wife!

[Johndouglas]

Great to hear that you're enjoying your C5.   Yes - with the seats down, the load area is huge.   And I still manage to fill it when I go away.   Best of all - even with the caravan put on the back, the car rises to a level stance.