2008 Citroen C CROSSER towing

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For even air distribution, take care not
to obstruct the exterior air intake grille
located at the bottom of the windscreen,
the vents, the air outlets under the front
seats and the air extractor located be-
hind the fl aps in the boot. The water formed by the air conditioning
condensation is discharged via an open-
ing provided for this purpose. Therefore,
a puddle of water may form underneath
the vehicle when stationary.
If the system does not produce cold air,
do not use it and have it checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
THE AIR CONDITIONING
Do not cover the temperature and hu-
midity sensor
2 and the sunshine sen-
sor
7 .
They are required for regulation of the
air conditioning.
Advice on operation
In hot weather, in order to obtain in-
tense ventilation, it is advisable to
use vents 1 and
4 only.
If, when the vehicle has been parked
in the sun for a long time, the interior
temperature remains very high, do
not hesitate to ventilate the passen-
ger compartment for a few minutes. Switch off the air conditioning when
the climatic conditions permit.
Use of the automatic regulation of the
air conditioning is recommended. It per-
mits automatic and optimised control of
all of the following functions: air fl ow,
passenger compartment temperature
and air distribution, by means of vari-
ous sensors (exterior temperature, in-
terior temperature, sunshine), so pre-
venting the need for you to change your
reference settings other than the value
displayed.
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load on a
steep gradient in hot weather), cutting
off the air conditioning permits recovery
of the engine power and therefore im-
provement of the towing capacity.
Close the windows to benefi t from the
full effectiveness of the air condition-
ing.
Ensure that the passenger compart-
ment fi lter is in good condition. Have
the fi lter elements replaced periodically.
If you drive in a dusty environment, re-
place it twice as often.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and is not harmful to
the ozone layer.
Operate the air conditioning system for
5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month,
to keep it in perfect working order.
1. Centre panel vents.

2. Temperature sensor .

3. Air outlet to passenger footwells.

4. Side vents.

5. Front windows de-icing or demisting
vents.

6. Windscreen de-icing or demisting
vents.

7. Sunshine sensor.

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BOOT LAYOUT

1. 12 volt socket (120 W max).

2. Open storage compartment.

3. Right-hand side enclosed storage
compartment.

4. Storage compartment in the fl oor * .

5. Stowing rings.

6. Left-hand side storage compartment
or audio equipment.

7. Load space cover.
* 5-seat version only.

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12 volt socket (120 W max)
This operates when the ignition switch
is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Lift the cover to gain access to the
socket. Check that the electrical equip-
ment operates with 12 volts
and that its maximum electri-
cal power is 120 W.
The prolonged use of electri-
cal equipment without running the
engine may discharge the battery. Stowing rings
There are four stowing rings in the boot
for securing luggage:
- two rings are located on the boot
fl oor,
- two rings are located on the rear side pillars.
* On 5-seat version only.
Raise the boot fl oor to gain access to
this compartment.
Right-hand side enclosed storage
compartment
This storage compartment contains the
tools for changing a wheel. Storage compartment in the fl oor *

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DIRECTION INDICATORS
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
HORN

 Lower the lights stalk when moving
to the left (position 1 ).

 Raise the lights stalk when moving
to the right (position 1 ).
The indicator light on the instrument
panel fl ashes.
As a safety precaution in a
traffi c jam, switch on the haz-
ard warning lights when you
are the last in the queue.

 Press button A , the direction indicators
fl ash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
 Press one of the spokes of the
steering wheel.
Selection of the left or right direction in-
dicators to signal a change of direction
of the vehicle.
The “motorway” function
System for indicating a change of lane
on a motorway.
Press up or down once (positions
2 ),
without passing the point of resistance;
the corresponding direction indicators
will fl ash three times.
A visual warning by means of the direc-
tion indicators to alert other road users
to a vehicle breakdown, towing or ac-
cident. Audible warning to alert other road
users to an imminent danger.
Certain direction indicator functions
can be confi gured via the colour dis-
play “Equipment” menu.

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CHANGING A WHEEL
The tools are stored in the storage com-
partment in the boot right-hand trim.
To gain access to them:

 open the boot,

 turn button A to the left,

 remove the cover B ,

 remove the fi xing band C and take
out the tool bag
D containing the to-
ols,

 grip the jack E in your hand and re-
move it from its fi xing position.
1. Wheelbrace.
Used to remove the wheel trim and
the wheel fi xing bolts.

2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.

3. Handle.
Used to extend the jack.
List of tools
Other accessories

4. Removable towing eye.
Refer to the “Towing” paragraph.
Access to the tools
Wheel with trim
When changing a wheel,
ensure that the four wheels are
of identical specifi cation and
brand.
When removing the wheel , remove
the trim fi rst using the handle 3 , pulling
at the notch.

When refi tting the wheel , refi t the trim
starting by placing its notch F (indicated
on the back of the trim) opposite the
valve G and press on its periphery with
the palm of your hand.
When storing, take care to secure
the tool bag D fi rmly using the fi xing
band C .
Operating procedure for replacing a
faulty wheel with the spare wheel using
the tools provided with the vehicle.

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TOWING
Access to the tools Having your vehicle towed on a
flatbed

 Below the front bumper, install the
towing system on the towing eye 1 .
 On the rear bumper, remove the
cover by pulling at the bottom using
the jack handle 2 .
Towing another vehicle
The towing eye and the tools are stored
in the storage compartment in the right-
hand boot trim.
To access them:

 open the boot,

 turn button A to the left,

 remove the cover B ,

 remove the fi xing band C and take
out the tool bag
D containing the
tools,

 take the towing eye and the tools
required out of the tool bag.
When being towed with the
engine off, there is no longer any
braking or steering assistance.
Place the gear lever in neutral.

Always have the vehicle
towed on a fl atbed.
Never have the vehicle towed
with the four wheels on the ground,
this could damage the transmission.
The vehicle must not be towed with
the front or rear wheels on the ground
even if it is in front “2WD” (2 wheel
drive) mode.
 Screw in the towing eye fully using
the wheelbrace 3 .

 Install the towbar.

 Switch on the hazard warning lights
on the towed vehicle.
Operating procedure for having your
vehicle towed on a fl atbed or for towing
another vehicle using a removable
mechanical device.

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TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, ETC.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Driving advice
The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and the
outside temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
Side wind

 Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.

 To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed. Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
Tyres

 Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended
pressures.
Lights

 Check the electrical signalling on
the trailer.

If this message is
displayed, stop your
vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
If the message fl ashes
slowly, wait for the engine to cool before
topping up the level, if necessary.
If the message fl ashes rapidly, contact
a CITROËN dealer without delay.
Opening of the lower tailgate
is prohibited if a towbar is
being used.
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing
vehicle to more signifi cant stress and
its driver must be particularly careful.
We recommend the use of
original CITROËN towbars
and their harnesses that have
been tested and approved from the
design stage of your vehicle and that
the fi tting of the towbar is entrusted
to a CITROËN dealer.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the electrical pre-
equipment located at the rear of the
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Towbar suited to the attachment of
a trailer or caravan with additional
signalling and lighting.
Distribution of loads

 Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towing
load must be reduced by 10 % of the
GTW and so on for every 1 000 metres
of altitude.
Refer to the “Technical Data” section for
details of the weights and towing loads
which apply to your vehicle.