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Child safety
ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
p r o t e c t i o n i n t h e e v e n t o f a n a c c i d e n t .
Remember to fasten the seat belts or
the child seat harnesses keeping the
slack in relation to the child's body to a
minimum , e v e n f o r s h o r t j o u r n e y s .
To protect young children from the
r a y s o f t h e s u n , fi t s i d e b l i n d s t o
t h e r e a r w i n d o w s .
CHILD MONITORING MIRROR
This mirror enables the driver or front
passenger to observe all the rear
s e a t s .
Fitted on its own ball joint and able to
retract into its housing in the roof, it
provides a panoramic view of the rear
i n t e r i o r o f t h e v e h i c l e .
For optimum installation of the "forward
facing" child seat, ensure that the back of
the child seat is in contact with the back
of the vehicle's seat and that the head
r e s t r a i n t d o e s n o t c a u s e a n y d i s c o m f o r t .
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached
securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event
o f s h a r p b r a k i n g .
Children under the age of 10 must not
travel in the "forward facing" position
on the front passenger seat, unless
the rear seats are already occupied by
other children, cannot be used or are
a b s e n t .
Disarm the passenger air bag when a
"rear facing" child seat is installed on
t h e f r o n t s e a t .
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the air bag
w e r e t o i n fl a t e . As a safety precaution, do not leave:
- one or more children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with
the windows closed,
- the keys within reach of children i n s i d e t h e v e h i c l e .
To prevent accidental opening of the
d o o r s , u s e t h e " C h i l d L o c k " .
Take care not to open the rear windows
b y m o r e t h a n o n e t h i r d .
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must
be positioned on the child's shoulder
w i t h o u t t o u c h i n g t h e n e c k .
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
p a s s e s c o r r e c t l y o v e r t h e c h i l d ' s t h i g h s .
CITROËN recommends the use of a
b o o s t e r s e a t w h i c h h a s a b a c k , fi t t e d
w i t h a s e a t b e l t g u i d e a t s h o u l d e r l e v e l .
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Child safety
ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
p r o t e c t i o n i n t h e e v e n t o f a n a c c i d e n t .
Remember to fasten the seat belts or
the child seat harnesses keeping the
slack in relation to the child's body to a
minimum , e v e n f o r s h o r t j o u r n e y s .
To protect young children from the
r a y s o f t h e s u n , fi t s i d e b l i n d s t o
t h e r e a r w i n d o w s .
CHILD MONITORING MIRROR
This mirror enables the driver or front
passenger to observe all the rear
s e a t s .
Fitted on its own ball joint and able to
retract into its housing in the roof, it
provides a panoramic view of the rear
i n t e r i o r o f t h e v e h i c l e .
For optimum installation of the "forward
facing" child seat, ensure that the back of
the child seat is in contact with the back
of the vehicle's seat and that the head
r e s t r a i n t d o e s n o t c a u s e a n y d i s c o m f o r t .
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached
securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event
o f s h a r p b r a k i n g .
Children under the age of 10 must not
travel in the "forward facing" position
on the front passenger seat, unless
the rear seats are already occupied by
other children, cannot be used or are
a b s e n t .
Disarm the passenger air bag when a
"rear facing" child seat is installed on
t h e f r o n t s e a t .
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the air bag
w e r e t o i n fl a t e . As a safety precaution, do not leave:
- one or more children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with
the windows closed,
- the keys within reach of children i n s i d e t h e v e h i c l e .
To prevent accidental opening of the
d o o r s , u s e t h e " C h i l d L o c k " .
Take care not to open the rear windows
b y m o r e t h a n o n e t h i r d .
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must
be positioned on the child's shoulder
w i t h o u t t o u c h i n g t h e n e c k .
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
p a s s e s c o r r e c t l y o v e r t h e c h i l d ' s t h i g h s .
CITROËN recommends the use of a
b o o s t e r s e a t w h i c h h a s a b a c k , fi t t e d
w i t h a s e a t b e l t g u i d e a t s h o u l d e r l e v e l .
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Other accessories
OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, after
being tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide choice of recommended
accessories and original parts is offered
by the CITROËN Marque.
To avoid any jamming under the
pedals:
- e n s u r e t h a t t h e m a t a n d i t s fi x i n g s are positioned correctly,
- never place one mat on top of another.
Compatible portable equipment
For the hands-free kit audio
e q u i p m e n t , t h e fi t t i n g o f a n R C A
a u x i l i a r y s o c k e t i s o f f e r e d s p e c i fi c a l l y
by the Network.
The audio cable for connection to
the auxiliary socket (RCA yellow-red
located in the glove box) is also offered
by the network.
Following connection of the cable and
selection of the AUX mode, via the
source button, your portable equipment
is ready to operate.
Set the portable equipment to half
volume to avoid saturating the audio
system sound. Then use the audio
system volume button.
Audio systems, telephone, hands-free
kit, speakers, CD changer, navigation
system, DVD player, ... Alloy wheels, trims, aluminium interior
t r i m k i t , m u d fl a p s , . . .
Seat covers compatible with side
air bags, mats, boot tray, sunroof,
l u g g a g e n e t , d o o r d e fl e c t o r s , c o o l b o x
secured on the slides, clip armrest,
load carrying roof bars, roof box, snow
chains, ski carrier, tailgate bicycle
carrier, interior bicycle carrier, booster
s e a t s a n d c h i l d s e a t s , I s o fi x s e a t s , s i d e
sun blinds and rear blind, ...
T r a i l e r t o w b a r w h i c h m u s t b e fi t t e d b y a
CITROËN dealer. T h e fi t t i n g o f e l e c t r i c a l e q u i p m e n t
or accessories which are not
recommended by CITROËN may
result in a failure of your vehicle's
electronic system.
P l e a s e n o t e t h i s s p e c i fi c w a r n i n g . Y o u
are advised to contact a representative
of the Marque to be shown the range
of recommended equipment or
accessories.
Screenwash, interior and exterior
maintenance and cleaning products,
replacement bulbs, ...
Depending on the country in which
the vehicle is sold, it is compulsory to
have a safety jacket, warning triangle
and replacement bulbs available in the
vehicle.
A further range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:
Anti-theft alarm, window engraving,
fi r s t a i d k i t , s a f e t y j a c k e t , r e a r p a r k i n g
assistance, warning triangle, ...
When using a tailgate bicycle
carrier, deactivate the rear
wiper from the display
c o n fi g u r a t i o n m e n u .
Before installing a radiocommunication
transmitter with aerial, contact a
CITROËN dealer who will inform you
o f t h e s p e c i fi c a t i o n s o f t h e t r a n s m i t t e r s
w h i c h c a n b e fi t t e d , i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h
the Motor Vehicle Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive (2004/104/EC).
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Opening the bonnet
OPENING THE BONNET
From inside:
- lift the cover located at the left foot of the passenger seat.
- pull the control upwards. "Bonnet open" warning
This warning is linked to the
alarm
option only.
With the engine running or the vehicle
moving, a graphic on the display,
accompanied by an audible signal,
warns you that the bonnet is not
properly closed.
From outside:
- lift the catch and raise the bonnet.
Bonnet strut
Secure the strut to hold the bonnet
open.
Before closing the bonnet, replace the
strut in its housing.
To close
Lower the bonnet and release it at the
end of its travel. Check that the bonnet
is properly locked.
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Changing a wheel
- Lower the vehicle completely by folding the jack, then remove the
jack.
- Tighten the bolts again using the wheelbrace, tighten them fully
without forcing them. Never go underneath a vehicle
that is supported only by a
jack (use a ramp). Never use a
screwdriver in place of the wheelbrace
to unwind or wind the winch cable.
6. REFITTING THE REPAIRED
WHEEL
T h e w h e e l i s r e fi t t e d a s d e s c r i b e d i n
s t e p 5 , n o t f o r g e t t i n g t o r e fi t t h e w h e e l
trim.
The spare wheel is not designed
to be used over long distances.
Have the tightening of the bolts
and the tyre pressure checked by a
CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Also, have the original wheel repaired
a n d r e fi t t e d b y a C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r a s
soon as possible.
- Place the wheel to be repaired
in the boot well, with the valve
uppermost and the locating tab in
place.
- Raise the winch cable using the wheelbrace and tighten fully.
Check that the wheel is horizontal
a n d fl u s h a g a i n s t t h e r e a r fl o o r t o
ensure that it is retained correctly
while driving.
- R e m e m b e r t o c l o s e t h e fl a p , located in the boot, it permits
securing of the winch.
- Store the trim in the boot.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Changing a bulb
CHANGING A BULB
Handle the bulbs with a dry cloth.
Make access easier on the right-
hand side by removing the wash-wipe
p i p e a n d t h e f u s e b o x c o v e r .
High pressure washing: when using
this type of washing on stubborn dirt,
do not persist on the headlamps, the
lights and their surrounds to avoid
damaging their coating and their seal. 2 - Main beam headlamps
H 7 - 5 5 W o r x e n o n b u l b .
- Turn the protective cover
corresponding to the faulty bulb
a quarter of a turn to the left and
remove it.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Press the end of the securing clip to free it. Change the bulb.
W h e n fi t t i n g t h e n e w b u l b , e n s u r e t h a t
the direction notches are positioned
c o r r e c t l y a n d t h e s e c u r i n g c l i p i s fi x e d
properly.
- Reconnect the connector.
- R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c o v e r , t h e n t u r n it a quarter of a turn to the right.
3 - Fog lamps
H1-55 W.
FRONT LIGHTS
1. Dipped headlamps
2. Main beam headlamps
3. Fog lamps
4. Side lights
5. Direction indicators 1 - Dipped beam headlamps
H 7 - 5 5 W o r x e n o n b u l b .
4 - Side lights
W 5 W.
- Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a
turn to the left and remove it.
- Change the bulb.
WARNING: RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION
Xenon bulbs must be changed by a
CITROËN dealer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Changing a bulb
THIRD BRAKE LIGHT
5 W 5 W bulbs.
- Remove the tailgate upper trim by unclipping it on each side.
- Squeeze the two tabs 1 to release
the bulb holder.
- Change the faulty bulb.
- W h e n r e fi t t i n g , e n s u r e t h a t t h e
tailgate upper trim has been put
back in place correctly.
- unscrew the two interior bolts
B
and C ,
- u n s c r e w t h e e x t e r i o r b o l t D ,
- unscrew the bulb holder concerned a quarter of a turn to the left and
remove it,
- unscrew the faulty bulb an eighth of a turn to the left and change it.
When two or more bulbs are
faulty, you must replace them
immediately.
W h e n r e fi t t i n g :
- take care to position the bulb
correctly and press on it to engage it,
- take care to position the bulb holder correctly and screw it in a quarter of
a turn to the right,
- take care to position and secure the light correctly.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
W 5 W.
- Remove the lens.
- Change the faulty bulb.