Can someone tell me what this is.....

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Can someone tell me what this is.....

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Hi guys, first off merry xmas when it comes and happy new year too all..... can anyone help me by telling me what this is.... (not my pic) the orange arrow. Thanks in advance.
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Orange circled thing is the power steering reservoir.
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Ah i thought it was, but was not sure as i know where coolant and brake fluid go but i was like mmmmmm what is that lol. Thanks mate 👍🏻
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If it's on your C5 (X7) then it should be topped up with Total Fluide DA or Total LDS (they're both the same thing). It should NOT be topped up with a generic power steering fluid or Citroen LHM fluid.
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Ok mate thanks, i will buy that stuff just incase it does need topped up. Away to get mine fully serviced as its over due but xmas period is a nightmare trying to get the car in.
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And what about coolant? As the garage will be changing it and dont want them putting crappy does all motor crap lol same as oil. If i buy the right stuff they can put it in for me and save some ££ on the bill too
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Have a quick read of this thread: viewtopic.php?p=593631

Citroen used to say Glysantin G33 was the right coolant, but that's been discontinued. G30 is readily available from various manufacturers (Comma being one), and G30 is a suitable replacement. If your garage is doing a complete drain / flush / replacement, then (realistically) any good quality suitable OAT coolant will do provided it's used to the right spec, but it's best to check the coolant manufacturer's guides beforehand just to be sure.
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Your fuse box next the battery is missing its cover. Get one asap otherwise your car will literally go pop as water seeps in and starts to cause a considerable amount of havoc!
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