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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.  
 
 
Limit the causes of excess 
consumption 
 
 
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 in the door 
aperture, driver's side. 
  Carry out this check in particular: 
   
 
-   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 serviced regularly (engine 
oil, oil filter, air filter...) and observe the 
schedule of operations recommended by the 
manufacturer.  
 
    
When refuelling, do not continue after 
the 3 rd   cut-off of the nozzle to avoid 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 to a consistent 
average.  
  

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Instruments and controls  
 
   
Warning lamp    
is    
indicates    
Solution - action  
  Coolant 
temperature   on with the 
needle in the red 
zone.   an abnormal increase.   Park and switch off the ignition, allow the system to cool. 
Visually check the level. 
  on H in the red 
zone.   a coolant temperature.   Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a 
CITROËN dealer. 
  Engine oil 
pressure   on while driving.   that the pressure is too low.   Park and switch off the ignition, allow the lubrication 
system to cool in order to check its level. Refer to the 
"Levels" section of chapter 7. 
  continuously on, 
even though the 
level is correct.   a major fault.   Consult a CITROËN dealer. 
  flashing, for a 
few seconds, 
with a message 
on the screen.   that a service will soon be due.   Refer to the list of checks in the servicing booklet then 
carry out the CITROËN service. 
  Battery charge   on.   a malfunction of the charging 
system.   Check the battery terminals… Refer to the "Battery" 
section of chapter 8. 
  continuously on, 
fi xed or fl ashing in 
spite of the checks.   a circuit fault, an ignition or 
injection malfunction.   Consult a CITROËN dealer. 
  Door or bonnet 
open detection   on.   that a door or the bonnet is not 
closed correctly.   Check that the cab doors, the rear and side doors and 
the bonnet are closed.  

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Driving safely
SAFETY
HORN 
  Press the centre of the steering wheel. 
 
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM(ABS - EBFD)
 
The ABS and EBFD (electronic brake force 
distribution) systems improve the stability 
and manoeuvrability of your vehicle on 
braking, in particular on poor or slippery 
surfaces. 
  The ABS prevents locking of the wheels, the 
EBFD provides full control of the braking 
pressure wheel by wheel. 
EMERGENCY BRAKING ASSISTANCE
SYSTEM (EBA) 
  In an emergency, this system enables the 
optimum braking pressure to be reached more 
quickly, press the pedal fi rmly without releasing it. 
  It is triggered by the speed at which the brake 
pedal is activated. 
  This alters the resistance of the brake pedal 
under your foot. 
  To prolong the operation of the emergency 
braking assistance system: keep your foot on the 
brake pedal. 
Good practice
  The anti-lock braking system comes into 
operation automatically when there is a risk 
of wheel lock. It does not reduce the braking 
distance. 
  On very slippery surfaces (ice, oil, etc...) 
the ABS may increase the braking distance. 
When braking in an emergency, do not 
hesitate to press the brake pedal firmly, 
without releasing the pressure, even on a 
slippery surface, you will then be able to 
continue to steer the vehicle to avoid an 
obstacle. 
  Normal operation of the ABS may be felt by 
slight vibration of the brake pedal. 
  When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 
ensure that these are approved.     If this warning lamp comes on, 
it indicates a malfunction of the 
ABS which could result in a 
loss of control of the vehicle on 
braking. 
  If this warning lamp comes on, 
together with the brake warning 
lamp, it indicates a malfunction of 
the electronic brake force distribution 
which could result in a loss of control 
of the vehicle on braking. 
   
Stop immediately.  
  In both cases, contact a CITROËN dealer.  

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Levels 
 
 
Cooling system 
 
Only use the fluid recommended by the 
manufacturer. Otherwise, you risk seriously 
damaging your engine. When the engine 
is warm, the temperature of the coolant is 
controlled by the engine fan. As this fan can 
operate with the ignition key removed and 
because the cooling system is pressurised, 
wait for at least one hour after the engine 
has stopped before carrying out any work. 
  Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a turn to release 
the pressure to prevent any risk of scalding. 
When the pressure has dropped, remove the 
cap and top up the level with coolant. 
  If fluid has to be added frequently, this 
indicates a failure which must be checked by 
a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.  
Power steering fluid level 
 
The vehicle must be parked on level ground with 
the engine cold. Unscrew the cap integrated with 
the gauge and check the level which must be 
between the  MIN 
 and  MAX 
 marks.  
 
 Used oil
 
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil with the 
skin. 
  Brake fluid is harmful to health and very 
corrosive. 
  Do not dispose of used oil, brake fluid or 
coolant into drains or into the ground but 
into the containers dedicated to this use 
at CITROËN dealerships (France) or to an 
authorised waste disposal site.  
 
 
Topping up 
 
The level must be between the  MIN 
 and 
  MAX 
 marks on the expansion bottle. If 
more than 1 litre of fluid is required to top 
up the level, have the system checked by a 
CITROËN dealer.  
Windscreen wash and headlamp 
wash level 
  For best quality cleaning and to prevent 
freezing, this fluid must not be topped up or 
replaced with plain water. 
  Capacity of the reservoir: approximately 
5.5 litres.   

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CHECK
S
   
 
Checks
CHECKS   
Air filter and passenger compartment filter 
 
A clogged passenger compartment fi lter may 
reduce the performance of the air conditioning 
system and generate undesirable odours. The 
replacement intervals for these components 
are indicated in the servicing booklet. 
  Depending on the environment (dusty 
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle 
(urban driving...), change them twice as often 
if necessary, refer to the "Under the bonnet" 
section of chapter 7.  
Manual gearbox
 
Have the level checked in accordance with 
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.  
  To check the main levels and certain 
components, in accordance with the 
manufacturer's servicing schedule, refer to 
the pages of the servicing booklet which 
correspond to your vehicle's engine. 
  Only use products recommended by 
CITROËN or products of equivalent quality 
and specification. 
  In order to optimise the operation of units as 
important as the braking system, CITROËN 
selects and offers specific products. 
  In order to avoid damaging the electrical 
units, high pressure washing to clean the 
engine compartment is strictly prohibited. 
Parking brake
  Where the parking brake travel is too great 
or there is a reduction in the performance 
of the system, the parking brake should be 
adjusted, even between services. 
  Have the system checked by a CITROËN 
dealer.  Bleeding the water contained inthe Diesel filter 
 
If this warning lamp comes on, 
bleed the filter, otherwise bleed 
regularly each time the engine oil 
is changed. 
  To drain the water out, unscrew the bleed 
screw or the water in Diesel sensor, located 
at the base of the filter. Leave open until 
all of the water has been drained out. Then 
tighten the bleed screw or the water sensor. 
  HDi engines use advanced technology. All 
work requires a special qualification which is 
guaranteed by a CITROËN dealer.  
Battery 
 
At the start of winter, have your battery 
checked by a CITROËN dealer.  
 
 Brake pads
 
Brake pad wear depends on the style of 
driving, in particular for vehicles which are 
used in town, over short distances. It may 
be necessary to check the thickness of the 
pads, even between services. 
  Unless there is a leak on the system, a drop 
in the brake fluid level indicates that the 
brake pads are worn.  
 
 
Brake disc/drum wear status
 
For any information relating to checking 
the brake disc/drum wear status, contact a 
CITROËN dealer.  
Oil filter 
 
Change the filter regularly, in accordance 
with the servicing schedule.  
   
 
 
 
 
 
The presence of this label, in particular 
with the Stop & Start system, indicates the 
use of a specific 12 V lead-acid battery 
with special technology and specification. 
The involvement of a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop is essential when 
replacing or disconnecting the battery.