2012 CITROEN C-CROSSER warning

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Towing another vehicle



)
On the rear bumper, remove the
cover by pulling at the bottom using
the jack handle 2
.

)
Screw in the towing eye fully using
the wheelbrace 3
.

)
Install the towbar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on the towed vehicle.
When being towed with the en-
gine off, there is no longer any
braking or steering assistance.


General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an ap-
proved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assis-
tance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:


- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering,
or release the parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...

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A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from the CITROËN
dealer network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from CITROËN's recommenda-
tion and warranty.
"Comfort":

rear parking sensors, side sun blinds,
insulated module...


"Transports solutions":

boot liner, dog guard, roof bars, bicycle
carrier for roof bars, ski carrier, roof
box...
Trailer towbar which must be fi tted by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.


"Security and safety":

anti-intrusion alarm, glass etching,
wheel security bolts, fi rst aid kit, warn-
ing triangle, high visibility vest, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, under-infl ation detec-
tion, anti-slip covers...


"Protection":

mat * , side protective mouldings...

"Multimedia":

MP3/USB audio systems, audio-tele-
phone, amplifi ers, satellite navigation
systems, hands-free kit, speakers, DVD
player, connection kit for MP3 player or
portable CD player...
Depending on the legislation in force
in the country, it may be compulsory
to have a high visibility safety vest,
warning triangle and spare bulbs and
fuses available in the vehicle.
The fi tting of electrical equip-
ment or accessories which are
not recommended by CITROËN
may result in a failure of your vehi-
cle's electronic system and exces-
sive electrical consumption.
Please note this precaution. You are
advised to contact a CITROËN rep-
resentative to be shown the range
of recommended equipment and ac-
cessories.


Installation of radio
communication transmitters
Before installing any after-market ra-
dio communication transmitter, you
can contact a CITROËN dealer for
the specifi cation of transmitters which
can be fi tted (frequency, maximum
power, aerial position, specifi c instal-
lation requirements), in line with the
Vehicle Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC).


*
To prevent any risk of jamming of
the pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned
and secured correctly,

- never fi t one mat on top of another.



"Style":

PVC door sill protectors, style rear
mudfl aps, Hortaz 18 inch alloy wheels,
chromed door handle shells, diffuser on
rear bumper, brushed aluminium look
boot sill protector...





ACCESSORIES

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VISUAL SEARCH

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Instrument panels, dials, speedometer .......21
Warning lamps, messages .......... 22-30
Indicators, screens ...................... 31-38
Lighting dimmer .................................43
ASC .................................................104
Fuses ....................................... 146-150
Gearbox .................................... 112-118 Parking brake,
handbrake........................................ 112 Trip computer ....................................34
Screens ....................................... 39-43
Changing the time ....................... 39-43
Audio system ........................... 164-223
Heating ........................................ 44-49


- vents, demisting/defrosting,

- automatic air conditioning,

- air recirculation,

- ventilation.
Fittings ......................................... 64-68



- 12 V socket, ashtray.


Electric windows .......................... 77-78
Electric mirrors ...................................61
Opening the bonnet .........................126 Toll card window ................................63
Courtesy lamps............................ 92-93
Rear view mirror ................................62
Opening the fuel fi ller fl ap ..................84 Hazard warning lamps .....................102

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
AABS .......................................... 103
ABS and EBFD systems........... 103
Accessories .............................. 158
Accessory socket,
12 V ................. 64, 66, 67, 70, 71
Access to bulbs ........................ 137
Access to the 3rd row ................. 54
Adjusting headlamps .................. 89
Adjusting seat belt height ......... 105
Adjusting the steering wheel....... 63
Airbags, curtain.................. 110, 111
Airbags, front .....................108, 111
Airbags, lateral................... 110, 111
Air conditioning ........................... 19
Air conditioning, digital................ 46
Air fl ow ........................................ 19
Air intake..................................... 46
Air vents...................................... 44
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ... 103
Anti-pinch.................................... 82
Armrest, front .................. 52, 64, 66
Armrest, rear ......................... 54, 69
ASC .......................................... 104
Ashtray, portable ................... 64, 67
Athermic windscreen .................. 63
Audible warning ........................ 102
Audio-CD...169, 170, 172, 175, 177
Audio-telematics ....... 178-182, 186,
190, 191, 194, 196, 197, 202-204,
208-210, 213, 216, 217, 220-222Audio-video............................... 190
Audio system functions..... 178, 179
Audio systems ......... 164, 166, 167,
169, 170, 172, 173, 175, 177-182,
186, 190, 191, 194, 196, 197,
202-204, 208-210, 213, 216,
217, 220-222
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ..................... 86, 88
Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ....................... 102
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ................... 91
Automatic switching off
of lighting ................................. 88
BBattery ...................................... 130
Battery, remote control ............... 76
Blind............................................ 83
Bluetooth (telephone) ........ 220-222
Boot lid........................................ 81
Bottle holder ......................... 64, 69
Brake discs ............................... 130
Brake lamps.............................. 142
Brake pads ............................... 130
Braking assistance system ....... 103
Bulbs (changing, type) ...... 137, 142Capacity, fuel tank ...................... 84
CD changer ...................... 175, 177
CD MP3 ............................ 194, 196
Changing a bulb ............... 137, 142
Changing a wheel .............. 132-135
Changing a wiper blade ............ 153
Changing the time ................ 39, 41
Check, particle emission fi lter ... 130
Check, passenger
compartment fi lter .................. 130
Checking the air fi lter ................ 130
Checking the oil fi lter ................ 130
Checks...................................... 130
Child seats ............. 94, 95, 97, 101
Cigar lighter ................................ 66
Closing the boot.................... 80, 81
Colour screen ............. 41, 178, 179
Controls for air conditioning ........ 46
Coolant ................................. 31, 32
Coolant level ............................. 129
Coolant temperature
warning lamp ........................... 32
Cooled glove box .................. 64, 65
Courtesy lamp, front ................... 92
Courtesy lamp, rear .................... 92
Cruise control ........................... 121
Cup holder ...................... 64, 68, 69
CVT gearbox ............................ 113 C A

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Hazard warning lamps .............. 102
Headlamp adjustment................. 89
Headlamp wash .......................... 90
Head restraints ........................... 52
Heated seats .............................. 52
Heating ........................... 19, 44, 46
Height adjustment,
steering wheel ......................... 63
Horn .......................................... 102
EDeactivating ASC...................... 104
Deactivating the passenger
airbag .................................... 108
Defrosting ................................... 46
Dials............................................ 21
Diesel........................................ 128
Diesel additive level .................. 129
Dimensions ............................... 161
Dipped beam ............................ 137
Direction indicators ... 102, 137, 142
Doors .......................................... 79
DVD (mode)...................... 208, 209
Dynamic stability control (ASC) ... 104
G.P.S. ........................ 180-182, 186
Gearbox, DCS .......................... 115
Gearbox, manual ...................... 130
Gear lever ................................... 19
Grab handles .............................. 69
Guidance ................... 180-182, 186 EBFD ........................................ 103
Eco-driving ................................. 19
Economical driving .................... 19
Electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) .................................. 103
Electronic engine immobiliser ...74, 76
Emergency boot release............. 81
Emergency warning lamps ....... 102
Engine, Diesel .................... 85, 128
Engine, petrol ..................... 85, 127
Engine compartment ........ 127, 128
Engines..................................... 159
Environment ......................... 19, 76
Error messages (audio equipment) ... 177Filling with fuel ...................... 84, 85
Fitting a wheel .......................... 135
Fittings, boot ............................... 70
Fittings, front ............................... 64
Fittings, rear................................ 69
Fitting the mat ............................. 63
Flashing
indicators ............... 102, 137, 142
Foglamps .................................... 87
Foglamps, rear ......................... 142
Folding/unfolding the
door mirrors ............................. 61
Folding the rear seats ................. 55
Four-wheel drive system .......... 119
Front foglamps.................... 87, 137
Front seats............................. 50-52
Fuel................................. 19, 84, 85
Fuel consumption ....................... 19
Fuel fi ller cap .............................. 84
Fuel fi ller fl ap .............................. 84
Fuel gauge.................................. 84
Fuel tank ..................................... 84
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Identifi cation plates ................... 162
Indicator lamps, status................ 22
Indicators, direction .................. 102
Infl ating tyres .............................. 19
Instrument panel ......................... 21
Instrument panel screen ............. 31
Interior fi ttings ....................... 64, 69
ISOFIX child seats ............... 98-100
ISOFIX mountings ............... 98-100 I
JJack .......................................... 132
KKeeping children
safe ....................... 76, 94, 97-101
Key in ignition warning................ 75
Key with remote control .............. 76 DF

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LLabels, identifi cation ................. 162
Lamps, front.............................. 137
Lamps, rear .............................. 142
Level, battery ............................ 130
Level, brake fl uid ...................... 129
Level, headlamp wash .............. 129
Level, power steering fl uid ........ 129
Levels and checks ............. 127-130
Lighting bulbs
(replacement) ................ 137, 142
Lighting control stalk ................... 86
Lighting dimmer .......................... 43
Lighting on reminder ................... 87
Loading ....................................... 19
Load space cover ................. 70, 72
Main beam ................................ 137
Maintenance ............................... 19
Map (colour screen).................. 186
Map reading lamps ..................... 92
Mat.............................................. 63
Menus (audio)........................... 179
Mini fuel level .............................. 84
Mirror, rear view .......................... 62
Mirrors, door ............................... 61
Motorway function
(direction indicators) .............. 102
Mountings for ISOFIX seats ... 98-100 MNavigation.................. 180-182, 186
Number plate lamps ................. 142
S MP3 CD .................................... 204
Music server ..... 194, 197, 202, 203Recirculation/exterior air intake ... 46
Recording a CD ................ 194, 197
Reinitialising the sunroof ............ 82
Remote control ........................... 76
Removing a wheel .................... 135
Removing the mat ...................... 63
Replacing bulbs ................ 137, 142
Replacing wiper blades ............ 153
Rev counter ................................ 21
Reversing camera .................... 124
Reversing lamps ....................... 142
Roof bars .................................. 157
Running out of fuel (Diesel) ...... 126 N
Safety for children..................... 101
Screen, instrument
panel ................ 21, 25, 26, 30, 31
Screen, monochrome ................. 39
Screenwash, front....................... 90
Screenwash fl uid level .............. 129
Seat, rear bench ......................... 58
Seat adjustment.............. 50, 51, 53
Seat belts.......................... 106, 107
Seat belts warning lamp ........... 105
Seat confi gurations ..................... 57
Seats, electric ............................. 51
Seats, rear .................................. 53
Serial number, vehicle .............. 162
Service indicator ................... 31, 33 MR
Oil level ..................................... 129
Opening the boot ........................ 80
Opening the fuel fi ller fl ap ........... 84
Opening the sunroof ................... 82
Opening the tailgate ............. 80, 81
Operation indicator lamps........... 22 O
Parking brake ................... 112, 130
Parking sensors, rear ............... 123
Player, CD MP3 ... 166, 172, 177, 196
Protecting children ......... 94, 97-101
Puncture ............................ 132-134 P
Radio ................ 169, 170, 190, 191
Range ................................... 31, 32
Rear demisting ........................... 46
Rear foglamp .............................. 87
Rear screen (demisting) ............. 46 R

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
V Servicing ..................................... 19
Settings (Menus) ........................ 31
Setting the clock ................... 39, 41
Sidelamps ......................... 137, 142
Side repeater ............................ 137
Spare wheel....................... 132-135
Speedometer .............................. 21
Starting the vehicle ..................... 75
Steering mounted controls,
audio ...................................... 166
Stopping the vehicle ................... 75
Storage ................................. 64, 70
Stowing rings ........................ 70, 71
Sunroof ....................................... 82
Sun visor..................................... 63
System, audio-CD ... 169, 170, 172,
175, 177
System,
audio-telematics ............ 178-182,
186, 190, 191, 194, 196, 197,
202-204, 208-210, 213, 216,
217, 220-222Tailgate ....................................... 80
TCL ........................................... 104
Telephone,
hands-free ...... 216, 217, 220-222
Temperature, coolant .................. 32
Temperature adjustment ............. 46
Third brake lamp....................... 142
Tools ......................................... 132
Total distance recorder ......... 31, 32
Towbar ...................................... 156
Towed loads.............................. 159
Towing another vehicle ............. 154
TP (Traffi c information) ..... 170, 210
Traction control (TCL) ............... 104
Trajectory control systems ........ 104
Transfer box and rear
differential .............................. 130
Trip computer ....................... 31, 34
Tyre pressures .......................... 162
Tyres ........................................... 19Vehicle identifi cation ................. 162
Ventilation ................................... 44
Video ................................ 208, 209
Voice commands ....... 217, 220-222 ST
WWarning lamp, low fuel level ....... 84
Warning lamps ............................ 22
Weights ..................................... 159
Wheel, changing ................ 132-135
Wheelbrace .............................. 132
Windscreen zones for toll/
car park cards .......................... 63
Wiper control stalk ................ 90, 91
Wipers .................................. 90, 91