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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
6
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the
engine speed and reduce your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature. Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
features" section of chapter 9) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure. Towbar
We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
you entrust the fitting of this equipment to a
CITROËN dealer.
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it is imperative that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment installed at the
rear of the vehicle and in accordance with
the manufacturer ’s instructions.
In accordance with the general instructions
a reminder of which has been given above,
we draw your attention to the risk linked with
fitting a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by CITROËN . Fitting such
equipment could result in the failure of your
vehicle’s electronic system. Please contact
a CITROËN dealer for information before
fitting this type of equipment.
If the coolant temperature warning
light comes on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine as soon
as possible.
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this
case, the automatic cutting off of the air
conditioning allows the engine power to be
recovered.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.
Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance. Drive
at a moderate speed, change down early
and brake gradually.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased. Drive
smoothly and at a moderate speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control the
vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while the
vehicle is towing.
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Under the bonnet
DIESEL ENGINES
8 - Power steering reservoir.
9 - Removable towing eye.
10 - Repriming pump ( a
: 1.6 litre HDi;
b
: 2 litre HDi).
11 - Engine oil filling funnel (2 litre HDi).
UNDER THE BONNET
1 - Windscreen/headlamp wash reservoir.
2 - Fuse box.
3 - Coolant reservoir.
4 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
6 - Dipstick.
7 - Engine oil filler cap.
7.1 - Engine oil filler cap.
If your vehicle is fitted with this oil filler tub e,
proceed as follows:
A - Remove the oil filler cap.
B - Remove the filler tube from its location.
C - Place the filler tube in the filler opening
as shown on the illustration.
D - Turn it a 1/4 of a turn to the left to lock it
then top up the oil.
To refit, proceed in the reverse order without
forgetting to retighten the cap A correctly.
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Under the bonnet
CHECKS
7
PETROL ENGINE
4. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
5. Air filter.
6. Dipstick.
1. Windscreen/headlamp wash reservoir.
2. Fuse box.
3. Coolant reservoir.
7. Engine oil filler cap.
8. Power steering reservoir.
9. Removable towing eye.
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Levels
LEVELS
To maintain the reliability of engines and
emission control systems, the use of
additives in engine oil is prohibited. Changing the brake fluid
The brake fluid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer ’s servicing schedule.
Use fluids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfil DOT4 standards.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks on the reservoir.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a failure which must be checked by
a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
These regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good running
order. Consult the instructions at CITROËN
dealerships or in the servicing booklet
enclosed in the handbook pack.
If you have to remove/refit the engine
style cover, handle it with care to avoid
damaging the fixing clips.
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 litre per 600 miles
(1 000 km).
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick. Dipstick
There are two marks on the
dipstick:
A = maximum
If you fill past this mark,
contact a CITROËN dealer.
B = minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
It is imperative that this is carried out at the
intervals specified and the viscosity grade of
the oil selected must fulfil the requirements
in accordance with the manufacturer ’s
servicing schedule. Consult the instructions
at CITROËN dealerships.
Remove the dipstick before filling.
For the 2 litre HDi engine, use the funnel
supplied when filling via the sump opening.
Check the level after filling (never exceed
the max mark).
Screw the cap back onto the sump before
closing the bonnet.
Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must meet the
manufacturer ’s requirements.
Warning lights
Checking by means of the warning
lights on the instrument panel
is described in chapter 2, refer to the
"Instruments and controls" section.
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Checks
CHECKS
Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the style of
driving, in particular for vehicles which are
used in town, over short distances. It may
be necessary to check the thickness of the
pads, even between services.
Unless there is a leak on the circuit, a drop
in the brake fluid level indicates that the
brake pads are worn.
Brake disc/drum wear status
For any information relating to checking
the brake disc/drum wear status, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Handbrake
Where the handbrake travel is too great
or there is a reduction in the performance
of the system, the handbrake should be
adjusted, even between services.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
Oil filter
Change the filter regularly, in accordance
with the servicing schedule.
Carbon filter and passenger compartment filter
The carbon filter permits continuous and
effective filtering of dust.
If the passenger compartment filter becomes
clogged, this may reduce the performance
of the air conditioning system and generate
unpleasant odours.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment filter. By means of
its second special active filter, it contributes
to the purification of the air breathed by
the occupants and the cleanness of the
passenger compartment (reduction of
allergic symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits).
Refer to the servicing booklet to find out the
replacement interval for these components.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle
(urban driving...), change them twice as
often if necessary.
Refer to the "Under the bonnet" section of
chapter 7.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that particle
emission filter maintenance
is carried out by a CITROËN
dealer.
On acceleration after the vehicle has been
running for a prolonged period at very low
speed or at idle, you may, in exceptional
circumstances, notice the emission of water
vapour at the exhaust. This water vapour
does not have any adverse effect on vehicle
handling or the environment.
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Changing a wheel
TROUBLESHOOTING
8
CHANGING A WHEEL
1. PARKING THE VEHICLE
- It is imperative that you ensure that the occupants get out of the vehicle and
wait in a safe location.
- If possible, park the vehicle on level, stable and non-slippery ground. - Apply the handbrake, switch off the
ignition and engage first or reverse gear.
- If available, place a chock under the wheel diagonally opposite the one to be
changed.
On certain types of ground and/or if
considerable loads are being transported,
the vehicle must be raised in order to
disengage the spare wheel from the carrier.
Call a CITROËN dealer.
If your vehicle is fitted with suspension
with pneumatic compensation, please
deactivate the system. Refer to the "Rear
suspension" section of chapter 4.
- If fitted on your vehicle, open the plastic flap located at the rear left of the
vehicle.
- Unscrew the nut then take out the jack and the wheelbrace.
1. Wheelbrace.
2. Jack.
3. Alloy wheel embellisher remover.
The jack and the tool kit are specific to
your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
Changing a bulb
TROUBLESHOOTING
8
REAR LIGHTS
For further information concerning the bulbs,
refer to the "Types of bulb". - Identify the faulty bulb then open
the rear doors to 180°. Refer to the
"Accesses" section of chapter 2.
- Remove the two fixing nuts.
Pull the lens block from the outside.
- Holding the light, disconnect the electrical connector. - Move aside the 8 tabs then extract the
bulb holder.
- Remove the faulty bulb by pressing it lightly while turning it anticlockwise.
- Change the bulb.
1. Brake lights/side lights
Type B, P21/5 W - 21/5 W
2. Direction indicators
Type B, PY 21 W - 21 W (amber)
3. Reversing lights
Type B, P21 W - 21 W
4. Fog lamps
Type B, P21 W - 21 W When refitting, take care to correctly
reposition:
- the 8 tabs,
- the two white lugs in the two rubber
holes to maintain the sealing of the light,
- the supply wire to avoid trapping it.
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Changing a bulb
THIRD BRAKE LIGHT
Type A, W 5 W - 5 W
Type B, P21 W - 21 W
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
Type A, W 5 W - 5 W
With tailgate
- Move aside the plastic lens using a screwdriver, on the point indicated by
the arrow.
- Change the bulb.
- Replace the plastic lens and press on it.
With hinged doors
- Unclip the interior trim.
- Disconnect the connector by moving aside its tab.
- Remove the plastic cover.
- Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn anticlockwise.
- Change the bulb. Light located on the outside
(hinged doors)
- Unscrew the two screws using a Torx
TM
screwdriver with 20 socket.
- Remove the light.
- Change the bulb. Light located on the inside (tailgate)
- Unscrew the two screws using a Torx
TM
screwdriver with 20 socket.
- Remove the plastic cover.
- Remove the bulb holder moving aside the two tabs.
- Remove the faulty bulb by pressing it lightly while turning it anticlockwise.
- Change the bulb.