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ACCESS TO THE SPARE WHEEL
To access the spare wheel1. L i f t t h e b o o t fl o o r b y m e a n s o f t h e s t r a p .2. Anchor the strap on the roof of the boot.3. To remove the spare wheel, detach the belt then push the wheel for-wards so as to be able to lift it.
TO REPOSITION THE SPARE WHEEL
To put the spare wheel back in the boot1. P o s i t i o n t h e s p a r e w h e e l fl a t i n t h e b o o t , t h e n p u l l i t t o w a r d s y o u .2. Next place the toolbox inside the wheel, then secure the a ssembly with the belt.3. R e l e a s e t h e s t r a p t o r e t u r n t h e b o o t fl o o r t o i t s i n i t i a l p o s i t i o n .
Tyre pressures
Tyre pressures are indicated on the label which is positioned l ow down on t h e f r o n t p i l l a r . S e e “ V e h i c l e i d e n t i fi c a t i o n ” a n d “ U s e r P r e c a u t i o n s ” . ( O n t h i s label you will see a pressure for normal speeds and a pressure for high s p e e d s ) .
1. Handle2. Jack3. T o o l f o r r e m o v i n g / r e fi t t i n g t h e wheel bolts4. Tool for removing the anti-theft bolt protector5. Centring guide6. Tool for removing foglamps and reversing lamps7. Handle extension8. Towing eye9. Movable chock
TOOLS
The tools are to be found in a pro-tective holder inside the spare wheel. Pull back the retaining strap to have access.
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Before positioning the jack, always adjust the vehicle's ground clearance to the “maximum height” position and retain this adjustment for as long as the jack is under the veh icle (do not use the hydraulic adjustments).
Never get underneath the vehicle if it is supported only by the jack.
T h e j a c k a n d a l l t h e t o o l s a r e d e s i g n e d s p e c i fi c a l l y f o r u s e on your particular vehicle. Do not use them for any other applications.
Have the original wheel repaired and refitted as so on as possible.
It is essential not to exceed a speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) on your spare wheel.
REMOVAL1. P a r k t h e v e h i c l e o n s t a b l e , fi r m g r o u n d t h a t i s n o t s l i p p e r y . A p p l y t h e parking brake.2. With the engine idling, adjust the ground clearance to maximum height. See “Comfort” and “Adjusting the ground clearance”. Switch off the igni- t i o n a n d e n g a g e fi r s t g e a r o r r e v e r s e g e a r d e p e n d i n g o n a n y s l o p e ( f o r a v e h i c l e w i t h a u t o m a t i c g e a r b o x , s e l e c t p o s i t i o n P ) .3. Position the chock at the wheel that is diametrically opposite the one to be replaced.4. Position the jack at one of the four jacking-points provided on the sub-frame close to the wheels, then use the handle to unwind the jack until it reaches the ground.5. Slide the removal tool 4 into the notch and lever vigorously to detach the anti-theft bolt protector. See illustration. You can use the handle at the extremity of the tool 4.6. Slacken the wheel bolts.7. Continue to extend the jack until the wheel is a few cen timetres off the ground.8. Undo the bolts, remove the wheel.
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It is essential not to exceed a speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) on your 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 .
I f t h e t y p e o f w h e e l i s c h a n g e d , c h e c k w i t h y o u r C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r 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.
WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE
If your vehicle is equipped with a spare wheel for temporary use o n l y , w h e n fi t t i n g i t i t i s n o r m a l t o observe that the wheel bolts do not come to bear on 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.
REFITTING A WHEEL1. 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 e m b e l l i s h e r .6. Return the ground clearance to the normal position. See “Adjusting ground clearance”.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 - t i o n ” ) a n d h a v e t h e b a l a n c i n g checked.
WHEEL EQUIPPED WITH DEFLATION 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 that is covering it by means of the tool 4 for “removing anti-theft protectors”.2. Use the anti-theft socket with the handle.
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