Step-by-step repair procedures for all covered systems, including complete rebuilds.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive coverage for professional technicians and factory-trained mechanics, detailing all diagnostic and repair procedures.
đ Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Print Quality
Print Restriction:
Printable without restriction (entire manual or selected pages).
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download PDF)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download PDF)
Searchability
Text Search:
Searchable text within the PDF document for quick information retrieval.
Readability
Software Requirement:
Adobe PDF Reader
âïž Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Family:
Citroën Douvrin (all gasoline variants) and Simca/Talbot Diesel variants.
Performance
Power Output:
Varied by engine displacement (e.g., CX 20 approximately 106 PS, CX 25 approximately 120-130 PS, Turbo 2 approximately 168-200 PS). Specific figures detailed in manual.
Torque Output:
Varied by engine displacement. Specific figures detailed in manual.
Fuel System
Fuel Injection Types:
Bosch L-Jetronic, K-Jetronic, or Digiplex, depending on specific engine variant. Diesel models use indirect injection.
Engine Management
ECM Coverage:
Engine Control Module (ECM) operation, diagnostics, and troubleshooting for relevant fuel-injected models.
đ§ Transmission
Standard
Type:
Manual transmission (4-speed and 5-speed) and automatic transmission (e.g., ZF 3HP22).
Optional
Transmission Options:
Automatic transmission availability across various engine and trim levels.
Features
Fluid Requirements:
Specific transmission fluid types and capacities for both manual and automatic gearboxes, including service intervals.
Approx. 1250 - 1450 kg (2756 - 3197 lbs) depending on specification.
đĄïž Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Data:
While formal modern crash test ratings might be limited for the era, the manual will cover safety systems and structural integrity relevant to its design.
Active Features
Braking System:
Powerful self-adjusting disc brakes (front and rear) with potential for ABS on later models, though 1987 coverage might focus on standard hydraulic systems.
Passive Features
Restraint System:
Seat belts (front and rear), structural safety cage, and potential for early airbag systems (less common on 1987 models).
đĄ Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Original factory-fitted radio and speaker systems. Manual may cover basic diagnostics or removal/installation procedures.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Availability of Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) as an optional feature on certain models; diagnostic and repair procedures for ABS would be included if equipped.
Connectivity
Diagnostic Ports:
On-board diagnostics for engine management systems, though less standardized than modern vehicles. Manual will detail diagnostic procedures.
đ§ Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 - 10,000 km (4,500 - 6,000 miles) or 12 months, subject to driving conditions. Specifics provided in manual.
Transmission Service:
Manual transmission fluid change every 40,000 - 60,000 km (25,000 - 37,000 miles). Automatic transmission service intervals vary; refer to manual.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
API SG/SH classification, viscosity grade depending on ambient temperature (e.g., 10W-40, 15W-50). Specific recommendations in manual.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture. Specific capacity and type detailed in manual.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. Specific type and bleed procedures covered.
Magneti Marelli electronic ignition system components (coil, distributor) can require specific diagnostic procedures detailed in the manual.
đ Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Citroen Innovation:
Citroën's legacy of pioneering automotive technology, including hydropneumatic suspension and aerodynamic design.
Model Evolution
Cx Development:
Successor to the iconic DS, the CX continued Citroën's reputation for comfort, distinctive styling, and advanced engineering.
Production
Production Period:
The CX was produced from 1974 to 1997, with the 1987 model year falling within its extensive production run.
Key Variants 1987:
Includes CX 20, CX 22, CX 25, CX 25 Diesel, and potentially the CX Turbo variants, available in Sedan and Break (wagon) body styles.
đ Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
European Car Of The Year:
While the CX itself was not European Car of the Year, it was a highly regarded and influential vehicle in its time, lauded for its comfort and innovation.