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Limit the causes of excess consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest items in the bottom of the boot, as close as possible to the rear seats.Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in preference.Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.
Observe the recommendations on
maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label inthe door aperture, driver's side. Carry out this check in par ticular:
- before a long journey,
- at each change of season,
- after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on any trailer or caravan.
Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter...) andobser ve the schedule of operations recommended by the manufacturer.
When refuelling, do not continue after the 3 rd
cut-off of the nozzle toavoid any overflow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down toa consistent average.
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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.
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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.
