2008.5 Citroen NEMO DAG warning

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SAFETY
Air bags
SIDE AIR BAGS
Activation
It is triggered unilaterally in the event of a
serious side impact, perpendicular to the
longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on
a horizontal plane and directed from the
outside towards the inside of the vehicle.
The side air bag inflates between the
front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim pad. In the event of a minor impact or bump
on the side of the vehicle or if the
vehicle rolls over, the air bag may not be
triggered.
Operating fault
If this warning light comes on on
the instrument panel, consult a
CITROËN dealer without delay to
have the system checked. The air
bags may no longer be triggered
in the event of a serious impact.

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Air bags
FRONT AIR BAGS
The front air bags are incorporated in the
centre of the steering wheel for the driver
and in the fascia for the front passenger.
Activation
They are deployed simultaneously, unless
the passenger's front air bag has been
disarmed, in the event of a serious front
impact.
The front air bag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the fascia to
cushion his forward movement.
Disarming
The passenger's front air bag alone can be
disarmed. The air bag is disarmed from the
trip computer. The air bag warning light on the
instrument panel is lit throughout
the period of disarming. To ensure the safety of your child, it
is essential to disarm the passenger
air bag when you install a rear-facing child
seat on the front passenger seat. Otherwise,
the child would risk being killed or seriously
injured if the air bag were to inflate.
Refer to the "MENU" section of
chapter 3, then select OFF on the
"Passenger air bag" menu.
Operating fault
If the two air bag warning lights are lit
continuously, do not install a rear-facing
child seat. Consult a CITROËN dealer . If this warning light comes
on on the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the display,
consult a CITROËN dealer without delay
to have the system checked. The air bags
may no longer be triggered in the event of a
serious impact.

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Towing a trailer
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.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.

Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
features" section of chapter 7) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.

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: the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.
Rear parking assistance:
the assistance will be deactivated
automatically when a CITROËN towbar is
used (see the "Rear parking assistance"
section of chapter 4). Towbar
We recommend the use of CITROËN
towbars and their harnesses, which have
been tested and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of
this equipment is entrusted to a CITROËN
dealer .
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer , it is essential that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment located at the
rear of the vehicle in accordance with the
manufacturer ’s instructions.
The operation of the sensors is deactivated
automatically when the pin of the trailer
cable is inserted in the towbar socket.
When the trailer cable pin is removed, the
sensors are re-activated.

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. The air density decreases with
altitude, so reducing the performance of
the engine. The maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for each 1 000 metres
of altitude. Refer to the "Technical data"
chapter for details of the weights and
towed loads applicable to your vehicle and
also to the administrative documents
(V5 registration document, ...).

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ACCESSORIES
Equipment
ROOF RACK AND ROOF BARS
To install the transverse roof bars or a roof
rack, use the anchoring points provided.
Maximum loads:
- on the roof rack: 80 kg,
- on the 3 transverse roof bars: 90 kg,
- on the 2 transverse roof bars fitted on the
longitudinal bars: 90 kg . OTHER ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and original
parts is offered by the CITROËN network.
These accessories and parts, having been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety, are all adapted to your vehicle.
They all benefit from CITROËN’s
recommendation and warranty.
Never exceed the maximum weight of
the vehicle when loaded (GVW).
Range of professional equipment
The replacement parts department publishes
an accessories catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
Towbars, 7/13 pin, 7/7 pin, 13 pin towbar
harness: trailer towbar which must be fitted
by a CITROËN dealer .

Roof rack, set of tranverse roof bars, loading
roller.
Protective wood floor, non-slip wood floor,
wood side protection, window protection
grille. The installation of equipment or an
electrical accessory not supplied by
Automobiles CITROËN, may result in a
failure of the electronic system of your
vehicle.
We would like to draw your attention to this
fact, and advise you to consult a CITROËN
dealer who will be able to show you the
range of equipment and accessories that are
available.
Depending on the country of sale, it may be
mandatory to carry high visibility jackets,
warning triangles and replacement bulbs
in your vehicle. Before fitting any radio
transmitters with an external aerial on
your vehicle, we recommend that you
contact a CITROËN dealer. Your CITROËN
dealer will inform you of the features of
transmittters (frequency band, maximum
power output, aerial position, specific
conditions of installation) which may be
fitted, in accordance with the Automobile
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/CE...).

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ACCESSORIES
Equipment
ROOF RACK AND ROOF BARS
To install the transverse roof bars or a roof
rack, use the anchoring points provided.
Maximum loads:
- on the roof rack: 80 kg,
- on the 3 transverse roof bars: 90 kg,
- on the 2 transverse roof bars fitted on the
longitudinal bars: 90 kg . OTHER ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and original
parts is offered by the CITROËN network.
These accessories and parts, having been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety, are all adapted to your vehicle.
They all benefit from CITROËN’s
recommendation and warranty.
Never exceed the maximum weight of
the vehicle when loaded (GVW).
Range of professional equipment
The replacement parts department publishes
an accessories catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
Towbars, 7/13 pin, 7/7 pin, 13 pin towbar
harness: trailer towbar which must be fitted
by a CITROËN dealer .

Roof rack, set of tranverse roof bars, loading
roller.
Protective wood floor, non-slip wood floor,
wood side protection, window protection
grille. The installation of equipment or an
electrical accessory not supplied by
Automobiles CITROËN, may result in a
failure of the electronic system of your
vehicle.
We would like to draw your attention to this
fact, and advise you to consult a CITROËN
dealer who will be able to show you the
range of equipment and accessories that are
available.
Depending on the country of sale, it may be
mandatory to carry high visibility jackets,
warning triangles and replacement bulbs
in your vehicle. Before fitting any radio
transmitters with an external aerial on
your vehicle, we recommend that you
contact a CITROËN dealer. Your CITROËN
dealer will inform you of the features of
transmittters (frequency band, maximum
power output, aerial position, specific
conditions of installation) which may be
fitted, in accordance with the Automobile
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/CE...).

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Equipment
Private vehicle accessories
Another range is also available from the
CITROËN network; this is structured around
5 groups:
"Protection":
anti-theft alarm, window engraving, first aid
kit, high visibility safety jacket, rear parking
assistance, warning triangle, snow chains,
etc.
"Touring":
seat covers compatible with the side air
bags, boot tray, rubber mats, carpet mats,
3D mats, net on rear door, set of transverse
bars on longitudinal bars, etc.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
"In-car technology":
audio equipment, hands-free kit, speakers,
navigation, etc.
"Styling":
trims, etc.
"Universal":
screenwash, interior and exterior cleaning
and maintenance products, replacement
bulbs, etc.

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Fuel
FILLING WITH FUEL
Low fuel level
When the minimum fuel tank
level is reached, this warning
light comes on. At this moment,
you have approximately 6 litres
remaining. Fill up without delay to avoid
running out of fuel.
The fuel tank must be filled with the engine
off.
- Open the fuel filler flap.
- Hold the cap with one hand.
- With the other hand, insert the key and turn it a third of a turn.
- Remove the cap. When the fuel filler flap is open,
a safety system prevents sliding of the
side door.
A label affixed to the inside of the flap
reminds you of the type of fuel to be used.
When filling the fuel tank, do not continue
after the 3rd cut-off of the nozzle. This could
cause malfunctions.
The capacity of the fuel tank is approximately

45 litres.
After filling the fuel tank, lock the cap and
close the flap.
FUEL CIRCUIT DEACTIVATED
In the event of a serious collision, a device
automatically cuts off the fuel supply to the
engine and the vehicle’s electrical supply.
This also automatically unlocks the doors and
switches on the interior lights. A message is
displayed on the instrument panel (depending
on model).
Turn the key to position STOP to avoid the
battery being discharged.
Check that there is no smell or leak of fuel
outside the vehicle.
Reactivating
To continue driving, manually re-establish
the fuel supply and the electrical supply:
- with the ignition key in position STOP,
turn it to position RUNNING,
- move the direction indicators control stalk all the way upwards,
- put it to position "Stop",
- move the direction indicators control stalk all the way downwards,
- put it to position "Stop" again,
- move it all the way upwards again,
- put it to position "Stop" again,
- move it all the way downwards again,
- put it to position "Stop" again,
- turn the ignition key to position STOP.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Levels
These regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good
running order. Consult the instructions at a
CITROËN dealer or in the servicing booklet
enclosed in the handbook pack.
LEVELS

Oil level
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 l 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,
consult a CITROËN dealer .

B = minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
To maintain the reliability of engines and
emission control systems, the use of
additives in engine oil is prohibited.
Oil change
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 a CITROËN dealer .
Remove the dipstick before filling.
Check the level after filling (never exceed
the maximum mark).
Screw the cap back onto the sump before
closing the bonnet.
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.

Warning lights
Checking by means of the warning
lights on the instrument panel is
described in chapter 1, refer to the
"Instruments and controls" section.