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Starting and stopping
READY TO GO
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STARTING AND STOPPING
Key
Take care to prevent the key from coming
into contact with grease, dust, rain or a
damp environment.
A heavy object attached to the key (key
ring, ...) weighing the key down in the
ignition switch may cause a malfunction.
Good practice when starting
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
To ensure the correct operation and long
life of your engine and gearbox, when the
ambient temperature is below -23°C, it is
necessary to leave the engine idling for
four minutes.
Door or bonnet open warning lamp If this warning lamp comes on, a
door or the bonnet is not closed
correctly, check it!
Good practice when stopping
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow
the turbocharger (Diesel engine) to return
to idle.
Do not press the accelerator when switching
off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear after
parking the vehicle.
Running and accessories position.
To unlock the steering, turn the steering
wheel gently while turning the key, without
forcing. In this position, certain accessories
can be used.
Starting position.
The starter is operated, the engine turns
over, release the key.
STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering locks. Remove the key. If the temperature is high
enough, this warning lamp comes
on for less than one second, you
can start without waiting.
In cold weather, wait for the warning lamp
to go off, then operate the starter (Starting
position) until the engine starts. Diesel pre-heating warning lamp
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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
For more information about weights,
refer to the administrative documents
(registration document, ...) or to the
"Weights" section of chapter 8.
TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN, BOAT, ETC...
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
coolant temperature.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on the
engine speed.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel: gearbox in
neutral.
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Checks
CHECKS
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Manual gearbox
Have the level checked in accordance with
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Good practice
To check the main levels and certain
components, in accordance with the
manufacturer's servicing schedule, refer to
the pages of the maintenance and warranty
guide which correspond to your vehicle's
engine. Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as
important as the braking system, CITROËN
selects and offers specific products.
In order to avoid damaging the electrical
units, high pressure washing to clean the
engine compartment is strictly prohibited.
After washing the vehicle dampness, or in
winter, ice may form on the brake discs and
pads: braking efficiency may be reduced.
Make some light brake applications to dry
and de-ice the brakes.
Bleeding the water contained in the
Diesel filter
If this warning lamp comes on,
bleed the filter. Otherwise bleed
regularly each time the engine oil
is changed.
To evacuate the water, unscrew the bleed
screw located on the end of the transparent
pipe.
Operate until all of the water in the
transparent pipe has been drained out then
tighten the bleed screw.
HDi engines use advanced technology.
Contact a CITROËN or a qualified workshop
for all work on the system. 1.6 litre HDi
2 litre HDi
During this regeneration, you may notice
that the idling speed is higher than normal
and that the cooling fan is running. As
operation of the exhaust emissions controls
may cause the exhaust gas temperature to
reach very high levels, it is recommended
that you do not stop the vehicle over easily
inflammable surfaces (dry grass and leaves,
pine needles, edge of a meadow or forest).
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Having your vehicle towed
QUICK HELP
7
Without lifting (4 wheels on the
ground)
You should always use a towing bar.
From the front
- Unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom,
- Fully screw in the removable towing eye.
TOWING THE VEHICLE
Lifting (2 wheels on the ground
only)
It is preferable to lift the vehicle using
professional lifting equipment.
From the rear
- Unclip the cover using a coin or the flat part of the towing eye,
- Fully screw in the removable towing eye.
Vehicles fitted with a manual
gearbox (Diesel version)
In the case of vehicles fitted with a manual
gearbox, the gear lever must be in the
neutral position. Failure to observe this
special condition may result in damage
to certain braking components and the
absence of braking assistance the next time
the engine is started.
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Having your vehicle towed
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your
country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle
is higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the
towed vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, always use an approved
towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off,
there is no longer any power assistance for
braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call
on a professional recovery service:
- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,
- four-wheel drive vehicle,
- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the ground,
- where there is no approved towing bar available...
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Instruments and controls
VISUAL SEARCH
10
Hazard warning lamps 85
Rear view mirror
83
Toll cards, car park tickets 75 Screens, display
Section 9
Setting the time in the screen Section 9
Courtesy lamps
75, 132
Warning lamp in the overhead storage unit 27
Heated seats 69
Controls
- central locking 20, 24
- load space locking 20, 24
- alarm 22-23
- parking sensors 86
- ASR, DSC 88
Technology on board Section 9
- Emergency or assistance call
- eMyWay
- Audio system
Gearbox 40, 41-43
Heating, ventilation
- manual ventilation 57-58, 62
- air conditioning A/C
57-58
- air recirculation 58
Air conditioning with separate adjustments 59-62
Demisting/defrosting 63-64
Additional heating 65-66
Cab fi ttings 72-74
- glove box,
- overhead storage,
- ashtray,
- sun visor,
- 12 volt socket,
- ticket holder,
- storage compartment. Passenger's front airbag
deactivation 97
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Technical data - Maintenance
VISUAL SEARCH
10
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE
Identifi cation markings, serial number, paint code, tyres 152
Snow chains 129
Engine fuses 135, 138
Windscreen / headlamp wash, levels 113
Bulbs, lighting, changing bulbs 130-134
Opening the bonnet, stay 109
Warning lamps
29-34
Changing a wiper blade 140
Under the bonnet
- Diesel 110
- petrol 111
Fuel cut-off, Diesel priming 118-119
Van dimensions 144-147
Platform cab dimensions 148-149
Weights 150 Checks
114-115
- battery,
- gearbox,
- carbon/passenger compartment fi lter,
- oil fi lter,
- particle emission fi lter,
- parking brake,
- brake pads,
- brake drums, discs.
Emissions controls (EOBD) 36 Water bleeding, Diesel fi lter 115 Levels 112-113
- Diesel additive,
- dipstick,
- power steering fl uid,
- brake fl uid,
- coolant,
- screenwash and headlamp wash fl uid.
Towing, lifting 141-142
Towed loads 150