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Ventilation
De-icing the rear screen and/or
mirrors
Pressing this button, with the engine
running, activates the rapid demisting -
de-icing of the rear screen and/or electric
mirrors.
This function switches off:
- when the button is pressed,
- when the engine is switched off,
- automatically to prevent excessive energy consumption. Automatic air conditioning: visibility
programme
The comfort programme (AUTO) may not
be sufficient to quickly demist or de-ice the
windows (humidity, several passengers, ice).
In this case, select the visibility programme.
The visibility programme indicator light
comes on.
It activates the air conditioning, the air flow,
the de-icing of the rear screen and provides
optimum distribution of the ventilation to the
windscreen and side windows.
It deactivates the air recirculation.
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Ventilation
ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
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CORRECT USE OF THE VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
Passenger compartment filter,
carbon filter
Ensure that this filter is in good condition and
have all of the filter elements replaced regularly.
Vents
"Leave them open"
For optimum distribution and diffusion of hot
or cool air in the passenger compartment,
there are adjustable central and side vents
which can be directed sideways (right or
left) towards the top of the body. For your
comfort while driving, do not close them,
direct the flow of air towards the windows
instead.
The air vents directed towards the floor of
the vehicle complete the equipment.
Refer to the "Checks" section of
chapter 7. Air conditioning
In all seasons, if fitted on your vehicle, the
air conditioning should only be used with
the windows closed. However, if the interior
temperature remains high after a prolonged
period parked in the sun, do not hesitate to
ventilate the passenger compartment for a
few minutes.
If your vehicle is fitted with automatic
air conditioning, use the
AUTO
mode as much as possible as it permits
optimised control of all of the functions:
air flow, passenger compartment comfort
temperature, air distribution, air intake
mode or air recirculation in the passenger
compartment.
Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to
10 minutes, once or twice a month, to keep
it in perfect working order.
It is normal that the condensation created by
the air conditioning system results in a flow
of water which may form a puddle under the
vehicle when parked.
If the system does not produce cold air, do
not use it and consult a CITROËN dealer .
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Practical information
ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
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CAB LAYOUT
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, the
various fittings below enhance your cab. Glove box
This is fitted with a lock, you can lock it
using the key.
If the vehicle is fitted with air conditioning,
it can be cooled. It contains three sockets
for the connection of portable electronic
equipment (video equipment, ...) if the
vehicle is fitted with a colour screen.
It also contains can holders and
compartments for storing maps, a packet of
cigarettes, an A4 format document, a pen,
etc. Storage compartment
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Sun visor
To prevent dazzle from ahead, fold the sun
visor down.
A pocket is provided in the driver ’s sun visor
for storing toll cards, tickets, ...
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Towing a trailer
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.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.
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.
If the coolant temperature warning
light comes on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine as soon
as possible.
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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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 fuse
RIGHT-HAND SIDE FASCIA PANEL FUSES
- Tilt the storage compartment then pull it firmly to access the fuses.
Fuses A (amps) Allocation
1 15 Rear wiper
2 - Free
3 5 Air bag control unit
4 10 Steering wheel angle sensor, Diagnostic socket, ES
P
sensor, Manual ventilation, Clutch switch, Headlamp beam
height, Particle emission filter pump
5 30 Electric mirrors, Passenger electric window mot or
6 30 Front electric windows supply
7 5 Courtesy lights and glove box light
8 20 Multifunction display, Anti-theft alarm siren, Aud
io
equipment, Compact disc changer, Audio/telephone, T railer
fuse box (accessory), Coachbuilder/vehicle modifier unit
(platform cab)
9 10 Load space accessories socket
10 30 Rear ride height corrector, Steering wheel switchi
ng,
Instrument panel
11 15 Diagnostic socket, Ignition switch
12 15 Hands-free kit, Air bag control unit, Parking assi
stance
control unit
13 5 Engine fuse box, Trailer fuse box
14 15 Rain sensor, Automatic air conditioning, Instru ment panel
15 30 Locking/unlocking/deadlocking of the accesses
16 - Free
17 40 Heated rear screen, Heated mirrors
17 10 Heated mirrors only