This comprehensive 1987 Citroen C15 Service and Repair Manual provides detailed instructions and diagrams to maintain, service, diagnose, and repair your vehicle. It covers all models and all repairs from A to Z, offering the same information used by technicians at dealerships. You'll find complete step-by-step instructions, illustrations, wiring schematics, and specifications to confidently tackle any repair.
The manual includes extensive coverage of all essential vehicle systems, including:
* **Maintenance:** Routine maintenance schedules and procedures.
* **Engine:** Detailed information on engine components, operation, troubleshooting, and repair.
* **Control System:** Guidance on electronic control systems, diagnostics, and repair.
* **Mechanical:** Comprehensive coverage of mechanical components including transmission, drivetrain, axles, suspension, and brakes.
* **Fuel Service Specifications:** Specifications for fuel system components and procedures.
* **Emission Control:** Information on emission control systems and components.
* **Intake Exhaust Cooling:** Details on intake, exhaust, and cooling systems.
* **Lube:** Lubrication specifications and procedures.
* **Ignition Starting Charging:** Explanation of ignition, starting, and charging systems.
* **Auto Transmission Clutch:** Information on automatic transmissions and clutch systems.
* **Manual Transmission:** Detailed coverage of manual transmissions.
* **Transfer Propeller Shaft:** Information on transfer case and propeller shaft.
* **Drive Shaft:** Guidance on drive shafts.
* **Differential:** Details on differentials.
* **Axle Suspension:** Coverage of axle and suspension systems.
* **Tire & Wheel:** Specifications and procedures for tires and wheels.
* **Brake Control:** Information on brake control systems.
* **Brake:** Detailed coverage of brake systems.
* **Parking Brake:** Information on parking brake systems.
* **Steering Column:** Explanation of steering column components and systems.
* **Power Steering:** Guidance on power steering systems.
* **Air Condition:** Details on air conditioning systems.
* **Suppl Restraint System:** Information on supplemental restraint systems.
* **Seat Belt:** Detailed coverage of seat belts.
* **Engine Immobilizer:** Guidance on engine immobilizer systems.
* **Cruise Control:** Information on cruise control systems.
* **Wiper & Washer:** Details on wiper and washer systems.
* **Door Lock:** Coverage of door lock systems.
* **Meter Audio/Visual:** Information on instrument cluster and audio/visual systems.
* **Horn:** Details on horn systems.
* **Windshield/Glass Mirror:** Information on windshield, glass, and mirror systems.
* **Instrument Panel:** Guidance on instrument panel components and systems.
* **Seat:** Detailed coverage of seats.
* **Engine Hood/ Door:** Information on engine hood and door systems.
* **Exterior & Interior:** Details on exterior and interior components and systems.
* **Electrical:** Comprehensive coverage of electrical systems.
* **Multiplex/ Can Communication:** Information on multiplex and CAN communication systems.
This manual is your comprehensive resource for all of your Citroen C15 repair and maintenance needs.
The 1987 Citroën C15 was a compact van produced by the French automaker Citroën from 1984 to 2005. It was a versatile and popular vehicle, known for its robustness, affordability, and practicality. The C15 was based on the successful Citroën Acadiane, itself a modified version of the iconic 2CV. Built on a simple and sturdy ladder frame chassis, the C15 was available in various body styles, including a standard van, a long-wheelbase version, a crew cab, and even a pickup truck. The C15 was powered by a range of petrol and diesel engines, initially inheriting the 602cc air-cooled engine from the Acadiane, and later receiving larger and more powerful units. The engine choices ensured a balance of fuel efficiency and acceptable performance for its intended use as a light commercial vehicle. Its unassuming exterior belied its surprising load capacity, with the van able to carry up to 800kg. The C15 was particularly popular with tradesmen, small businesses, and even individuals seeking a practical and reliable vehicle.
The 1987 Citroën C15 was a testament to the company's commitment to building durable and functional vehicles. It offered a simple and reliable design, combined with exceptional practicality and affordability. Although it lacked the sophisticated features of modern vans, its strengths lay in its unpretentious nature, its ability to tackle challenging conditions, and its low running costs. The C15 earned a reputation for its longevity and resilience, becoming a familiar sight across Europe and beyond. While production ended in 2005, the C15 continues to be appreciated for its enduring practicality and its role in the history of commercial vehicles. This enduring appeal is reflected in the availability of resources like the 1987 Citroen C15 Service and Repair Manual, critical for owners and enthusiasts looking to maintain and restore these versatile vans.