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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed under the boot floor.
To gain access to it: )open the boot, )remove the adjustable boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the towing eye from the tool holder.
Procedure for havin
g your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towingbar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering. In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service: - vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release theparking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...
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To w i ng your vehicle
)On the front bumper, driver's side, removethe protective access cover located alongside the front fog lamp, using the flat
end of the towing eye.
)On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom. )Screw the towing eye in fully. )Install the towing bar. )Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
the towed vehicle.
To w i ng another vehicle
Failure to obser ve this special conditioncould result in damage to cer tainbraking components and the absenceof braking assistance the next time theengine is star ted.
When removing the protective accesscover, take care to avoid damaging thepaintwork with the towing eye.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully. )
Install the towing bar. )
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the
towed vehicle. ) Place the gear lever in neutral.
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Towing a trailer, ...
Driving advice
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its coolingcapacity is not dependent on the engine speed. ) To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long 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 sensitivityto side wind.
)If the warning lamp and the STOPwarning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer or installation of a bic
ycle carrier, with additional lighting and signalling.
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, thusreducing engine per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
We recommend the use of genuine CITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approvedfrom the design stage of your vehicle,and that the fitting of the towbar isentrusted to a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that it isfitted in accordance with the vehiclemanufacturer's instructions.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
on the towing vehicle and the driver must takepar ticular care.
Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for transporting people and luggage, but it may also be used for towing a trailer.
R
efer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply toyour vehicle.
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Fitting roof bars
To fit longitudinal and/or transverse roof bars, visit your CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Maximum authorised weight on the roof rack: 60 kg. If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the speed of the vehicle to the profile of the road to avoid damaging the roof bars and the fixings on the roof. Be sure to refer to national legislation in order to comply with the regulations for transporting objects which are longer than the vehicle.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.
Tyres
)Check the tyre pressures of the towingvehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the recommended pressures.
Lighting
)Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will bedeactivated automatically if a genuine CITROËN towbar is used.
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"Comfort":
front and rear parking sensors, insulated module, reading lamp, sun blinds, head
restraint-mounted coat hanger, centre armrest,
air deflector, scented air freshener car tridges, portable ashtray, solar films for windows...
"Protection":
mats *
, seat covers, mudflaps, bumper
protectors, vehicle protective cover, dog guard,
pet seat and boot covers...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot carpet, towbar, towbar wiring harness, transverse and longitudinal roof
bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof box, bootspacers, boot net, business/commercial vehicle
conversion kit, sliding boot floor...
"Safety and security":
anti-theft alarm, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, breathalyzer, first aid kit, snow chains,non-skid covers, security wheel bolts, vehicle
tracking system, child seats, fire extinguisher,
caravan mirror, glass security films...
"Style":
allow wheels, chromed mirror shells, leather
steering wheel, gear lever knob, aluminium
footrest, wheel caps...
Accessories A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.
*
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
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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 mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance 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 towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
PETROL ENGINESVTi 95VTi 115*VTi 120VTi 115 *VTi 120
GearboxesManualManualElectronic gearbox system (6-speed)
Model codes:SH ...8FP05FJ0 *5FS05FJ8/P *5FS8/P
- Unladen wei
ght 1 201
1 2041 205
- Kerb wei
ght
1 276
1 279
1 280
- Payload
546549
564
-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)1747
1 7531 769
-
Gross train weight (GTW)on a 12% gradient
2 597
2 603
2 619
- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient 850850
850
- Braked trailer **
(with load transfer within the
GTW limit)
1 1001 100
1 100
-
Unbraked trailer 635635
640
- Recommended nose wei
ght
54 54 54
Weights and towed loads (kg)
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LPG ENGINEVTi 95
GearboxManual
Model codes:SH...8FN0/GPL
- Unladen wei
ght
1 301
- Kerb wei
ght
1 376
- Payload
446
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW)1747
- Gross train weight (GTW)on a 12 % slope2 597
- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit)
on a 12 % slope 850
- Braked trailer * (with load transfer within the
GTW limit)
1 100
- Unbraked trailer 650
- Recommended nose wei
ght
54
*
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 towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding..
The
GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load..
Weights and towed loads (kg)
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*
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
DIESEL ENGINESHDi 90 PEFe-HDi 90 PEFHDi 115 PEF
GearboxesManualElectronic gearbox systemManual
Model codes:SH ...9HP09HP8/P/S9HD8
- Unladen weight 1 277 1 313
1 318
- Kerb wei
ght
1 352
1 388
1 393
-
Payload502498
489
-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
1 779
1 811
1 807
-
Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient2 979 3 011
2 757
- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient 1 2001 200
950
- Braked trailer *
(with load transfer with the
GTW limit)
1 2001 200
1 200
- Unbraked trailer 675
675675
- Recommended nose wei
ght 54
54 54
The
GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit th
e towed load.
Weights and towed loads (kg)
