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A - Windscreen washer
To operate the windscreen wash, pull the wiper stalk towards you.
Screen wash is accompanied by a timed screen wipe, the headlamp wash also operates if dipped beams are switched on.
Always check that the windscreen and rear screen wipers can operate f r e e l y , f o r e x a m p l e i f fi t t i n g a b i c y c l e c a r r i e r , or in freezing temperatures.
Remove any accumulation of snow from the base of the windscreen.
B - Rear screen wiper
To deactivate.
Intermittent rear wipe.
Timed rear screen wash/wipe.
Changing the wiper blades
The wipers should be stopped in themaintenance position (during re-placement).
Switch off the ignition and action the wipe stalk within one minute. The wipers will position themselves in the middle of the windscreen.
For this, switch off the ignition then, within one minute, action the wiper stalk. The wipers will posi-tion themselves to the centre of the windscreen.
For optimum wiping performance, replace the wiper blades as soon as they leave traces on the screen; oth-erwise change them once or twice per year (in spring and autumn, for example).
Reversing
On engaging reverse gear, if the front wiper is on, the rear wiper starts.
Activation/deactivation of this func-tion is possible in the menu "Person- a l i s a t i o n - C o n fi g u r a t i o n " o f t h e " M a i n menu".
Deactivation of this function is nec-essary when a bicycle carrier is in-stalled on the tailgate.
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Sun visors
Fold visors down to avoid dazzle from ahead.
They can be disengaged from their c e n t r a l fi x i n g a n d p i v o t e d o v e r t o t h e side windows if required.
The passenger’s and driver’s sun visors each have a mirror that can be covered.
S u n v i s o r w i t h i l l u m i n a t e d m i r r o r
Illuminates automatically on opening t h e m i r r o r c o v e r fl a p ( i g n i t i o n o n ) .
G l a s s e s - h o l d e r C a r r i e r b a g h o o k
- Press at the bottom to deploy the hook.
- Press at the top to stow the hook.
G r a b h a n d l e s / C o a t h o o k s
T o l l p a y m e n t / P a r k i n g w i n d o w s
T h e h e a t - r e fl e c t i v e w i n d s c r e e n includes a zone either side of the interior mirror base that allows optical r e a d i n g o f a c c e s s b a d g e s ( f o r a t o l l p a y m e n t c a r d , f o r e x a m p l e ) .
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Cigar lighter
Operates when the ignition is on.
Push in and wait a few moments. The cigar lighter will release automatically. The cigar lighter will gradually emerge for easy removal.
1 2 V a c c e s s o r i e s s o c k e t
( M a x i m u m p o w e r : 1 2 0 W a t t s )
Operates when the ignition is on.
It is located on the central console.
Ashtray
T o o p e n i t , l i f t t h e fl a p .
To empty the ashtray, lift at the rear and pull towards you.
T o r e fi t
Reposition the front part of the ashtray, then press on the rear part.
P a n o r a m i c r o o f
The roof has two opaque blinds positioned at the front and rear.
To close the front blind, pull the handle rearwards.
To close the rear blind, pull the handle forwards.
The blinds have a delay mechanism which stows them automatically when you release them.
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Luggage securing rings
U s e t h e 2 s i d e fi x i n g s a t t h e r e a r , a s well as the 6 anchoring rings on the b o o t fl o o r a n d t h e r e a r s e a t b a c k r e s t , to secure your loads.
For safety reasons, in case of hard braking, heavy objects should be placed as far forward as possible.
P r o t e c t i v e n e t
This helps to secure objects stowed in the boot.
BOOT
B o o t h o o k
Removing the rear shelf ( 3 - d o o r m o d e l )
- Detach the cords.
- Carefully lift then pull, tilting it slightly on one side.
Removing the rear shelf ( 5 - d o o r m o d e l )
- Detach the cords.
- Carefully lift then pull.
A v o i d u s i n g t h e r e a r s h e l f f o r h e a v y o r h a r d i t e m s .
T h e s e c o u l d b e d a n g e r o u s i f t h r o w n a r o u n d d u r i n g h a r s h b r a k i n g o r , i f t h e y t o u c h t h e r e a r s c r e e n , c o u l d d a m a g e t h e heating elements.
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The parking brake is applied, with the vehicle stationary, by pulling on the lever with a force that is proportionate to the steepness of the slope.
To facilitate the action on the lever, you are recommended to press the brake pedal at the same time.
In all circumstances, as a p r e c a u t i o n a r y m e a s u r e , e n g a g e fi r s t gear. For vehicles equipped with an automatic gearbox, ensure that the parking position (P) is selected.
On steep slopes, turn the steering wheel towards the kerb.
To release the handbrake, press on the end of the lever, pull the lever up then lower it fully.
HANDBRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make s u r e t h a t t h e p a r k i n g b r a k e i s s u f fi -ciently applied to prevent the vehicle f r o m m o v i n g i f o n a s l o p e , o r i f a c c i -dentally or deliberately pushed.
As an additional precaution on steep slopes:Apply the parking brake.
Engage a gear.Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb (if there is one).
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Protection cover
HDi 135 and 140 engines
Remove the protection cover by fi r s t u n c l i p p i n g p o i n t 1, then 3 and4 . D e t a c h p o i n t 2 by pulling towards you, then lift.
To reposition the protection cover, attach point 2 fi r s t . L o w e r t h e c o v e r , keeping it centred. Clip points 1 and4, pushing vertically and slightly rearwards. Clip point 3 pushing down vertically.
HDi engines are of a highly technical nature.
A l l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d r e p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s which only your CITROËN Dealer can guarantee. A l l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d r e p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s A l l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d r e p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s
Bleeding of water from the diesel f u e l fi l t e r
To be bled on a regular basis (at every oil change).
To evacuate the water, slacken the bleed screw or the water in diesel fuel sensor, which is located at the b a s e o f t h e fi l t e r , u n t i l w a t e r c e a s e s t o fl o w o u t .
Then retighten the bleed screw or the water in diesel fuel sensor.
DIESEL INJECTION EQUIPMENTWear of brake discs, brake pads and brake drums
The rate of wear of the brake pads depends on the use of your vehicle (urban use, frequent stops), and on your style of driving or the type of journey.
For information on checking the discs and drums for wear, contact a CITROËN dealer.
After washing the vehicle, brake progressively to dry out the brake linings.
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Protection cover
HDi 135 and 140 engines
Remove the protection cover by fi r s t u n c l i p p i n g p o i n t 1, then 3 and4 . D e t a c h p o i n t 2 by pulling towards you, then lift.
To reposition the protection cover, attach point 2 fi r s t . L o w e r t h e c o v e r , keeping it centred. Clip points 1 and4, pushing vertically and slightly rearwards. Clip point 3 pushing down vertically.
HDi engines are of a highly technical nature.
A l l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d r e p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s which only your CITROËN Dealer can guarantee. A l l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d r e p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s A l l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d r e p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s
Bleeding of water from the diesel f u e l fi l t e r
To be bled on a regular basis (at every oil change).
To evacuate the water, slacken the bleed screw or the water in diesel fuel sensor, which is located at the b a s e o f t h e fi l t e r , u n t i l w a t e r c e a s e s t o fl o w o u t .
Then retighten the bleed screw or the water in diesel fuel sensor.
DIESEL INJECTION EQUIPMENTWear of brake discs, brake pads and brake drums
The rate of wear of the brake pads depends on the use of your vehicle (urban use, frequent stops), and on your style of driving or the type of journey.
For information on checking the discs and drums for wear, contact a CITROËN dealer.
After washing the vehicle, brake progressively to dry out the brake linings.
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Towing (boat, caravan, etc.)
B e f o r e d e p a r t u r e :
C h e c k t h e t y r e p r e s s u r e s o f b o t h c a r a n d t r a i l e r .
C h e c k a l l t h e e x t e r i o r a n d s i g n a l l i n g l a m p s o f t h e c a r a n d t r a i l e r .
P r a c t i c e m a n o e u v r i n g , e s p e c i a l l y r e v e r s i n g .
G r e a s e t h e t o w i n g b a l l h i t c h r e g u - l a r l y , a n d r e m o v e i t w h e n n o t t o w i n g f o r a l o n g p e r i o d .
S p r e a d t h e l o a d i n s i d e t h e c a r a v a n a n d k e e p w i t h i n t h e t o w i n g w e i g h t l i m i t s .
A l w a y s d r i v e a t m o d e r a t e s p e e d s , c h a n g i n g d o w n a g e a r i n g o o d t i m e b e f o r e h i l l c l i m b s o r d e s c e n t s . B e a w a r e o f t h e e f f e c t o f s i d e w i n d s .
B r a k i n g d i s t a n c e s a r e i n c r e a s e d . U s e t h e b r a k e s g e n t l y a n d p r o g r e s - s i v e l y . A v o i d s u d d e n b r a k i n g .
I f y o u h a v e t o p a r k o n a n i n c l i n e , m a k e s u r e t h a t t h e p a r k i n g b r a k e i s fi r m l y a p p l i e d . C h e c k t h a t t h e t o w h i t c h i s fi r m l y a t t a c h e d a n d , i f n e c e s - s a r y , c h o c k t h e w h e e l s o f t h e t r a i l e r .
W h e n t o w i n g , t h e f u e l c o n s u m p t i o n w i l l i n c r e a s e .
Observe your vehicle's towing limits I t i s e s s e n t i a l t o c o m p l y w i t h t h e m a x . G r o s s T r a i l e r W e i g h t s a n d s p e e d l i m i t s a s s p e c i fi e d b y l e g i s l a t i o n i n e a c h c o u n t r y . F o r f u r t h e r i n f o r m a t i o n a b o u t t h e t o w i n g c a p a c i t y o f y o u r v e h i c l e a n d i t s m a x . a u t h o r i s e d G r o s s T r a i n W e i g h t , c o n t a c t a C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r
TOWINGRemovable towing ring
T h e t o w i n g r i n g i s d e t a c h a b l e a n d c a n b e fi t t e d e i t h e r a t t h e f r o n t o r a t t h e r e a r o f t h e v e h i c l e . I t i s s t o w e d i n t h e j a c k ’ s p r o t e c t i v e h o l d e r i n t h e s p a r e w h e e l .
Advice
I n e x c e p t i o n a l c i r c u m s t a n c e s , i t i s p e r m i t t e d t o t o w t h e v e h i c l e at low speed over a short distance ( i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t h e l o c a l l e g i s l a t i o n i n f o r c e ) .
In all other cases, the vehicle must be transported by a transporter.
CAUTION - TOWING A VEHICLE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Put the selector lever in position N ( n e u t r a l ) .
Towing a vehicle
I f y o u a r e t o w i n g a n o t h e r v e h i c l e , t h e l a t t e r s h o u l d b e o u t o f g e a r ( g e a r b o x i n n e u t r a l ) . M o v e t h e g e a r l e v e r t o n e u t r a l ( p o s i t i o n N f o r S e n s o D r i v e a n d a u t o m a t i c g e a r b o x e s ) .