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COMFORT
The air conditioning system does
not contain chlorine and does not
present any danger to the ozone
layer.
In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the g uidelines on opera-
tion and maintenance below:
If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been
p a r k e d i n t h e s u n f o r a c o n s i d e r a b l e t i m e , fi r s t v e n t i l a t e t h e p a s s e n g e r
compartment for a few minutes.
P l a c e t h e a i r fl o w c o n t r o l a t a s u f fi c i e n t l e v e l t o p r o v i d e a n a d e q u a t e r e -
newal of air in the passenger compartment.
To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obst ruct the exterior air
intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the n ozzles, the vents
and the air outlets, as well as the air extractor located in the passenger
compartment on both sides of the rear shelf.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard (behind the
instrument panel); this is used for regulation of t he air conditioning system.
Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, on ce or twice a
month to keep it in good working order.
E n s u r e t h a t t h e p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l t e r i s i n g o o d c o n d i t i o n a n d
h a v e t h e fi l t e r e l e m e n t s r e p l a c e d r e g u l a r l y ( r e f e r t o t h e " C h e c k s " s e c t i o n ) .
W e r e c o m m e n d t h e u s e o f a c o m b i n e d p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l t e r . T h a n k s
t o i t s s e c o n d s p e c i a l a c t i v e fi l t e r , i t c o n t r i b u t e s t o t h e p u r i fi c a t i o n o f t h e a i r
breathed by the occupants and the cleanliness of th e passenger compart-
ment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours an d greasy deposits).
To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also
advised to have it checked regularly.
If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a
CITROËN dealer.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures,
switching off the air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing
capacity.
The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of
water under the vehicle which is perfectly normal.
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FITTINGS
2-position adjustable boot
T h e t w o - p o s i t i o n a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r
allows you to:
- maximise the volume of the boot,
- partition the boot (stowing the rear shelf...),
- o b t a i n a fl a t fl o o r f r o m t h e b o o t o p e n - ing to the front seats, when the rear
bench seat is in the folded and fully
back position. P l a c i n g t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r i n
the low position
L i f t t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r b y p u l l -
ing on the strap.
M o v e t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r r e a r -
wards and then down, following the
guides on the sides. P l a c i n g t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r i n
the high position
L i f t t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r b y p u l l -
ing the strap.
M o v e t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r r e a r -
wards then up to its high position.
In the high position, the adjustable boot
fl o o r a l l o w s s t o w i n g o f t h e r e a r p a r c e l
shelf and fragile objects.
T h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r i s fi t t e d w i t h
four stowing rings to secure your loads
using the net available as an accessory.
Ensure that your boot is empty be-
fore handling the adjustable boot
fl o o r .
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DIRECTION INDICATORS
If you forget to cancel the direction in-
dicators for more than twenty seconds,
the volume of the audible signal will in-
crease if the speed is above 40 mph
(60 km/h).
HAZARD WARNING LAMPS
Press this button, the direction indi-
c a t o r s fl a s h .
They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, de-
pending on the deceleration, the hazard
warning lamps come on automatically.
T h e y s w i t c h o f f a u t o m a t i c a l l y t h e fi r s t
time you accelerate.
You can also switch them off by
pressing the button.
HORN
Press one of the spokes of the steering
wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only
in the following cases:
- immediate danger,
-
overtaking a cyclist or pedestrian,
- when approaching an area where there is no visibility.
Audible warning to alert other road users
to an imminent danger.
"Motorway" function
M o v e t h e s t a l k b r i e fl y u p w a r d s o r d o w n -
wards, without going beyond the point
of resistance; the corresponding direc-
t i o n i n d i c a t o r s w i l l fl a s h 3 t i m e s . A visual warning by means of the direc-
tion indicators to alert other road users to
a vehicle breakdown, towing or accident.
Lower the lighting control stalk fully
when moving to the left.
Raise the lighting control stalk fully
when moving to the right.
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DRIVING
Deactivation
The system will be deactivated au-
tomatically when towing a trailer
o r w h e n a b i c y c l e c a r r i e r i s fi t t e d
( v e h i c l e fi t t e d w i t h a t o w b a r o r b i -
cycle carrier recommended by
C I T R O Ë N ) . Reactivation
Press button
A again to reactivate
the system. The indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
If there is an operating fault, when
reverse gear is engaged, the service
warning lamp comes on, accompanied
b y a n a u d i b l e s i g n a l ( s h o r t b e e p ) a n d a
message in the multifunction screen.
With the engine running, press but-
ton A to deactivate the system perma-
nently. The indicator lamp in the button
comes on. In bad or wintry weather, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, frost or snow.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A WHEEL
The tools are installed under the boot
fl o o r .
For access to them:
open the boot,
r e m o v e t h e b o o t fl o o r ,
lift up the boot carpet,
r e m o v e t h e b o x c o n t a i n i n g t h e t o o l s ,
r e m o v e t h e p o l y s t y r e n e s t o r a g e b o x . A l l o f t h e s e t o o l s a r e s p e c i fi c t o y o u r
vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
List of tools
Other accessories
6. Removable towing eye.
Refer to the paragraph "Towing the vehicle".
Access to the tools
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel , fi r s t
detach the trim using the wheel-
brace 1 pulling at the valve passage
hole.
W h e n r e fi t t i n g t h e w h e e l , r e fi t t h e
trim starting by placing its notch fac-
ing the valve and press around its
edge with the palm of your hand.
1. Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and r e m o v i n g t h e w h e e l fi x i n g b o l t s .
2. Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.
3. "Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors ( c o v e r s ) o n a l l o y w h e e l s .
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel
for the spare wheel using the tools pro-
vided with the vehicle.
4. Centring guide.
F o r r e fi t t i n g a n a l l o y w h e e l t o t h e hub.
5. Socket for the security bolts
( l o c a t e d i n t h e g l o v e b o x ) .
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts (if
y o u r v e h i c l e h a s t h e m ) .
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING THE VEHICLE
Access to the tools Towing your vehicle
On the front bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the top left and pull-
ing at the bottom right of the cover.
Screw the towing eye in fully.
Install the towing bar.
S w i t c h o n t h e h a z a r d w a r n i n g l a m p s
on the towed vehicle.
Place the gear lever in neutral.
On the rear bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the bottom.
Screw the towing eye in fully.
Install the towing bar.
S w i t c h o n t h e h a z a r d w a r n i n g l a m p s
on the towed vehicle.
Towing another vehicle
The towing eye is installed under the
b o o t fl o o r .
To gain access to it:
open the boot,
r e m o v e t h e a d j u s t a b l e b o o t fl o o r ,
lift up the boot carpet,
remove the towing eye from the tool
holder. When towing with all four wheels
on the ground, always use a towing
bar.
When towing with only two wheels
on the ground, always use profes-
s i o n a l l i f t i n g e q u i p m e n t .
When towing with the engine off,
there is no longer any braking or
steering assistance.
Failure to observe this special con-
dition could result in damage to
certain braking components and
the absence of braking assistance
t h e n e x t t i m e t h e e n g i n e i s s t a r t e d .
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A TRAILER, A CARAVAN, ETC.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Driving advice
T h e m a x i m u m t o w e d l o a d o n a l o n g
incline depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on 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 pres-
sures.
Lighting
Check the electrical lighting and
signalling on the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a gen-
uine CITROËN towbar is used.
If the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional lighting
and signalling.
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
a s p o s s i b l e t o t h e a x l e a n d t h e n o s e
w e i g h t a p p r o a c h e s t h e m a x i m u m
p e r m i t t e d w i t h o u t e x c e e d i n g i t .
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 0 0 0 m e t r e s , t h e m a x i m u m t o w e d l o a d
m u s t b e r e d u c e d b y 1 0 % f o r e v e r y
1 0 0 0 m e t r e s o f a l t i t u d e .
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle.
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing
v e h i c l e t o m o r e s i g n i fi c a n t s t r e s s a n d
the driver must take particular care.
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage
o f y o u r v e h i c l e , a n d t h a t t h e fi t -
ting of the towbar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer.
I f t h e t r a i l e r i s n o t fi t t e d b y a C I T R O Ë N
d e a l e r , i t i s i m p e r a t i v e t h a t i t i s fi t t e d
u s i n g t h e v e h i c l e ' s e l e c t r i c a l p r e -
e q u i p m e n t , i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t h e
m a n u f a c t u r e r ' s i n s t r u c t i o n s .
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The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mention ed
must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of a ltitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 k m/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the pe rformance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient
temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load.
* For Russia only.
** The weight of the braked trailer can be increased,
within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an
equal amount; warning, towing using a lightly loaded to wing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
Petrol engines VTi 95 VTi 95 LPG VTi
115 * VTi 120 VTi 120
Gearboxes
Manual Manual Manual
Model codes:
SH...
8FP0 8FN0 5FPC * 5FWC 5FS0
- Unladen weight 1 246 - 1 290 * 1 2 78 1 204
- Kerb weight 1 321 - 1 365 * 1 353 1 279
- Payload 501 - 463 * 475 549
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 1 747 - 1 753 1 753
- Gross train weight (GTW) on a 12 % gradient 2 597 - 2 603 2 603
- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 10 % or 12 % gradient 850 - 850 850
- Braked trailer ** (with load transfer within the GTW limit) 1 100 - 1 100 1 100
- Unbraked trailer 650 - 675 635
- Recommended nose weight 54 - 54 54