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I f y o u r v e h i c l e i s fi t t e d w i t h a s p a r e w h e e l o f a d i f f e r e n t s i z e t o those on the vehicle, you must not exceed 80 km/h (50 mp h) whilst using the spare wheel.
T h e w h e e l b o l t s a r e s p e c i fi c t o t h e t y p e o f w h e e l .
If the type of wheel is changed, check with your CITROËN dealer that the wheel bolts are compatible with the new wheels.
Note: take care to note down the code number engrav ed on the head of the anti-theft bolt socket. This will enable you to obtain replacement anti-theft bolt sockets from a dealership.
Spare wheel
Y o u r v e h i c l e m a y b e fi t t e d w i t h a different spare wheel to those on t h e v e h i c l e . W h e n fi t t i n g t h e s p a r e wheel, it is normal to notice that the wheel bolt washers do not come into contact with the wheel rim.
The spare wheel is secured by the conical tapering of the wheel bolt’s shaft. See illustration.
W h e n r e fi t t i n g t h e o r i g i n a l w h e e l , ensure that the wheel bolt contact surfaces are clean and in good condition.
R e fi t t i n g a w h e e l1. Fit the wheel on the hub, using the centring guide. Make sure that the contact surface between the hub and the wheel is clean.2. Screw in the bolts but do not fully tighten them.3. Lower the jack and remove it.4. Tighten the wheel bolts, using the wheelbrace.5. R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t o r s o n t h e bolts.6. Return the ground clearance to the normal position. See chap-ter “Hydractive III+ Suspen-sion”.7. Ensure the tyre pressure is c o r r e c t ( s e e “ V e h i c l e i d e n t i fi c a -tion”) and have the balancing checked.
W h e e l e q u i p p e d w i t h d e fl a -tion detection sensor
Such wheels have tyre pressure sensors. It is essential to have repairs carried out by a CITROËN dealer.
Anti-theft bolts
Each wheel is equipped with one anti-theft bolt.
To remove it1. Remove the protector using tool 3.2. Use the anti-theft socket with the handle.
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