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TAILGATE
From inside
Emergency control
In the event of a central unlocking
operating fault, this permits unlocking
of the tailgate from the inside.
Insert a small screwdriver in the
opening, between the door and the
fl o o r . T o u n l o c k t h e l o c k , m o v e t h e
catch to the left then push the tailgate.
From outside
Locking/unlocking is by means of the
remote control.
To open, press the control below the
trim then raise the tailgate.
A pull strap is available to close the
tailgate in the high position.
Guide the closing of the tailgate to the
balance point of its travel then apply
a fi n a l p r e s s o n t h e t a i l g a t e t o c l o s e i t
fully.
Operation in the event of a
battery failure
Front and side passenger doors
In the event of a malfunction of the
battery or of the central locking, use
the lock to lock the doors mechanically.
To open the door and get out of the
vehicle, pull the interior control.
To lock the door, insert the key in
the lock, located on the edge of the
door, then turn it one eighth of a
turn .
Driver’s door
Insert the key in the lock, then turn
it to the right to lock or to the left to
unlock.
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Tailgate screen
The opening rear screen allows you to
access the rear of the vehicle directly,
without having to open the tailgate.
Opening
After unlocking the vehicle using the
remote control or the key, press the
control and raise the rear screen to
open it.
Closing
Close the rear screen by pressing
the centre of the glass until it is fully
closed.
HINGED REAR DOORS
From outside
To open, pull the handle towards you. Pull the lever to open the right-hand
door.
To close, start with the right-hand door
then close the left-hand door.
W i t h t h e r o o f r e a r fl a p , t h e r e a r b u m p e r
has been strengthened to serve as a
footrest on accessing the vehicle.
The tailgate and tailgate screen cannot
both be open at the same time, to
prevent damage to the glass and the
screen itself. The hinged rear doors are
asymmetrical (2/3 - 1/3), with the
smaller door on the right.
T h e y a r e fi t t e d w i t h a c e n t r a l l o c k .
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Tailgate screen
The opening rear screen allows you to
access the rear of the vehicle directly,
without having to open the tailgate.
Opening
After unlocking the vehicle using the
remote control or the key, press the
control and raise the rear screen to
open it.
Closing
Close the rear screen by pressing
the centre of the glass until it is fully
closed.
HINGED REAR DOORS
From outside
To open, pull the handle towards you. Pull the lever to open the right-hand
door.
To close, start with the right-hand door
then close the left-hand door.
W i t h t h e r o o f r e a r fl a p , t h e r e a r b u m p e r
has been strengthened to serve as a
footrest on accessing the vehicle.
The tailgate and tailgate screen cannot
both be open at the same time, to
prevent damage to the glass and the
screen itself. The hinged rear doors are
asymmetrical (2/3 - 1/3), with the
smaller door on the right.
T h e y a r e fi t t e d w i t h a c e n t r a l l o c k .
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Pull the handle towards you to open
the left-hand door.
Opening to approximately 180°
A c h e c k s t r a p s y s t e m p e r m i t s e x t e n s i o n
o f t h e o p e n i n g f r o m a p p r o x i m a t e l y 9 0 °
t o a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 8 0 ° .
Pull the yellow control when the door
is open.
The check strap will re-attach
automatically on closing.
Practice
It is possible to drive with the
right-hand door open to make the
transportation of long loads easier. The
left-hand door is kept closed by the
distinctive "yellow" lock, positioned at
the base of the door. This closed door
must not be used as a load retainer.
Driving with the right-hand door open
is a special dispensation. Comply with
the usual safety indications to attract
the attention of other drivers.
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REAR ROOF FLAP
T h i s r e a r r o o f fl a p i s o n l y c o m p a t i b l e
with the hinged doors.
T o o p e n t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p :
- raise the black paddle of the toggle,
- relieve the toggle by pressing the r e a r r o o f fl a p ( d o w n w a r d s ) t h e n
release the hook,
- l i f t t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p ,
- pass the point of resistance to s e c u r e t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p u s i n g t h e
support struts.
T o c l o s e t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p :
- check that the support bar is secured correctly,
- l o w e r t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p ,
- w h i l e p r e s s i n g t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p (downwards), take hold of the two
loops of the spring then place the
hook in its housing, Support bar
A support bar is provided for
transporting long loads, after opening
t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p .
Fold back the support bar by lifting the
lever.
Support it to the door pillar.
Support the long loads to be
transported, lift them and reposition the
support bar with one hand.
Ensure that it is secured correctly by
pressing the handle downwards past
the point of resistance and secure the
l o a d s fi r m l y . The rear bumper has been
strengthened to serve as a
footrest on entering the vehicle.
Never drive without the support bar in
place.
The rear doors only lock when the
support bar is installed.
W h e n t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p i s o p e n , t a k e
care when driving where height is
restricted.
Never rest loads directly on the rear
doors.
Comply with the usual indications, to
attract the attention of other drivers.
The side supports can be used as
hooking points.
- lower the black paddle to secure
t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p .
S e c u r i n g t h e r e a r r o o f fl a p p l a c e s i t
on the seal correctly and guarantees
sealing without noise.
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CENTRAL LOCKING
An initial press permits
central locking of the vehicle,
when all of the doors are
closed.
A second press permits central
unlocking of the vehicle.
The control is inactive when the vehicle
has been locked using the remote
control or the key from the outside.
The doors can still be opened from the
inside.
Door open warning light
The control diode:
- fl a s h e s w h e n t h e d o o r s a r e l o c k e d
with the vehicle stationary and the
engine off,
- comes on when the doors are locked and from the time the
ignition is switched on. Protection against attack
If this warning light comes on,
check that all of your vehicle's
doors are closed correctly.
Locking while driving
When the vehicle moves off, as soon as
y o u r e a c h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 6 m p h
(10 km/h), the system locks the doors. A
noise characteristic of central locking is
heard. The diode on the control on the
fascia central control panel comes on.
During the journey, opening a door
results in complete unlocking of the
vehicle.
In the event of a serious impact, the
doors are unlocked automatically
to permit access by the emergency
services.
Activating/deactivating the function
With the ignition on, press
and hold this button to
activate or deactivate the
function.
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Instruments and controls
Warning lamp is indicates Solution - action
Power
steering lit. a malfunction of the system. The vehicle retains conventional steering without
assistance. Have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Door open
detection lit and
accompanied
by a message
on the display. that a door is not closed
correctly.
Check that all of the doors are closed.
ABS remaining on. a failure of the anti-lock
braking system. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
ESP fl a s h i n g .
triggering of the ASR or
ESP regulation. The system optimises drive and permits
improvement of the directional stability of the
vehicle. Chapter 4, "Driving safety" section.
remaining on. a malfunction of the system.
E . g . : u n d e r - i n fl a t i o n o f t h e
tyres. E.g.: check the pressure of the tyres. Have the
system checked by a CITROËN dealer. (Wheel
speed sensor, hydraulic block, ...).
remaining on
with the diode
on the button
(on the fascia)
lit. deactivation of the system
at the request of the driver.
Operation of the system is deactivated.
Reactivation is automatic above 30 mph (50 km/h)
or after pressing the button (on the fascia).
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Good practice when stopping
Good practice when starting
Diesel pre-heating warning
light
If the temperature is high
enough, the warning light
comes on for less than one
second, you can start without
waiting.
In cold weather, wait for this warning
light to switch off then operate the
starter (Starting position) until the
engine starts. Door or bonnet open
warning light
If this comes on, a door or the
bonnet is not closed correctly, check!
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow
the turbocharger (Diesel engine) to
return to idle.
Do not press the accelerator when
switching off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear
after parking the vehicle.
STARTING AND STOPPING
Running and accessories position.
To unlock the steering, turn the
steering wheel gently while turning the
key, without forcing. In this position,
certain accessories can be used.
Starting position.
The starter is operated, the engine
turns over, release the key.
STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off. Turn the steering
wheel until the steering locks. Remove
the key.
When the vehicle is stationary, unlock
the steering wheel by pulling the lever.
Adjust the height and depth of the
steering wheel, then lock by pushing
the lever fully. Starting and stopping
Gearbox and steering wheel
