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Airbags
The airbags have been designed to maximise
the safety of the occupants in the event of
violent collisions. They supplement the action
of the force-limiting seat belts. In this case, the electronic detectors record and analyse the front and side impacts suffered in
the impact detection zones:
- in the event of a serious impact, the airbags are deployed instantaneously and protect
the occupants of the vehicle; immediately after the impact, the airbags deflate rapidlyso that they do not hinder the visibility of
the occupants or their possible exit from
t
he vehicle,
- in the event of a minor impact or rear impact and in cer tain roll-over conditions,
the airbags will not be deployed; the seat
belt alone is su
fficient to provide maximum protection in these situations.
The airbags do not operate when the ignition is off.
This equipment only operates once. If a
second impact occurs (during the sameor a subsequent accident), the airbagwill not operate.
The deployment of one or more airbags is accompanied by a slight discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, due to theactivation of the pyrotechnic cartridgeincorporated in the system.This smoke is not harmful, but sensitiveindividuals may experience some irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing for a shorttime.
Impact detection zones
A.
Front impact zone. B.
Side impact zone.
Front airbags
Deployment
The airbags are deployed simultaneously,
unless the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated, in the event of a serious front
impact applied to all or par t of the front impact
z
one A , in the longitudinal centreline of the
vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from
th
e front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the dashboard to
cushion their forward movement. S
ystem which protects the head and chest of
the driver and front passenger in the event of a front impact.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag isfitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
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Sit in a normal upright position. Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between theoccupants and the airbags (a child, pet, object...). This could hamper the operation of the airbags or injure the occupants. After an accident or if the vehicle has beenstolen or broken into, have the airbagsystems checked. All work on the airbag system must be carried out by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Even if all of the precautions mentionedare obser ved, a risk of injury or of minor burns to the head, chest or arms when an airbag is deployed cannot be ruled out. Thebag inflates almost instantly (within a fewmilliseconds) then deflates within the same
time discharging the hot gas via openings provided for this purpose.
Lateral airbags
Use only approved covers on the seats, compatible with the deployment the lateralairbags. For information on the range of seatcovers suitable for your vehicle, you can contact a CITROËN dealer (see "Practical information - § Accessories"). Do not fix or attach anything to the seatbacks (clothing...). This could cause injuryto the chest or arms if the lateral airbag isdeployed.Do not sit with the upper par t of the body anynearer to the door than necessary.
Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel by itsspokes or resting your hands on the centre part of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet on thedashboard.
If possible, do not smoke as deployment of the airbags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
Curtain airbags
Do not fix or attach anything to the roof. This could cause injury to the head if the cur tain airbag is deployed.If fitted on your vehicle, do not remove thegrab handles installed on the roof, they play a part in securing the cur tain airbags.
For the airbags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
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1.12 V compressor with integral pressure gauge, to measure and adjust the tyre
pressure.
Composition of the kit
2.Sealant car tridge for the temporary repair
of a tyre.3.Injection pipe. 4.Suction pipe, to remove the sealant product
if necessary.
5.Sachet containing a replacement valve core, a tool for removing/refitting the valve core and a speed restriction sticker.
The speed restriction sticker must beaffixed to the vehicle's steering wheel toremind you that a wheel is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired using this type of kit.
Refi tting the rear seat cushion
)Put the metal cover back into place. )Refit the four "butterfly" screws. )Insert the metal hooks into the seat backrest. )Fold the seat cushion down until it locks in place.
When refitting the cushion, take care not to trap the seat belt buckles.
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Repair procedure
1. Sealing
)Switch off the ignition. )Indicate on the speed restriction sticker provided, the wheel to be repaired, then fix it to the steering wheel as a reminder that a
wheel is in temporary use. )Shake the sealant car tridge, remove the cap and screw on the injection pipe.
) Remove the valve cap for the tyre to be
repaired. ) Remove the valve core using the tool
provided, and store in in a clean place.
) Connect the injection pipe to the valve of
the tyre to be repaired.
)Tap the sealant car tridge (top down)several times with your hand, so as to injectall of the product into the tyre. )Remove the injection pipe. )Refit the valve core and tighten it using the
tool provided.
Take care, this product is harmful (e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony...) if swallowed andcauses irritation to the eyes.Keep it out of reach of children. The use-by date of the sealant is marked on the car tridge.
After use, do not discard the empty cartridge but take it to a CITROËN dealer (France) or an
authorised waste disposal site. Don't forget to obtain a replacement cartridge; they are available from a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Avoid removing any foreign bodieswhich have penetrated into the tyre.
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2. Infl ation
)Check that the compressor switch A
is in
the "OFF" position. )Uncoil the compressor pipe B.
)
Connect this pipe to the valve of the
repaired wheel. )
Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket (ignition switch in
position "ON" or "ACC"). ) Star t the compressor by turning the switch A
to the "ON" position. )
Using the compressor, adjust the pressure in accordance with the vehicle's tyre
pressure label (located in the driver's door
aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
) Remove the compressor and stow the kit. )
Drive off straight away at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting
the distance travelled to approximately120 miles (200 km).
As soon as possible, go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. Tell the technician that you have used the kit. After checking, the technicianwill advise you whether the tyre can berepaired or must be replaced.
If after around 5 to 7 minutes the pressure is not attained, this indicates that the tyre is not repairable; contacta CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop for assistance.
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Changing a wheel
To o l s r equired
- A jack: for lifting the vehicle.
- A wheelbrace: for removin
g and refitting
the wheel bolts.
- A handle: for operating the jack.
These tools are not supplied with your vehicle.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does notblock traffic: the ground must be level,stable and not slippery. Apply the parking brake, switch off the ignition and put the drive selector in
position Pto lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under thewheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed.
You must ensure that the occupants get out of the vehicle and wait where they are safe. Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle stand.
Wheel with wheel trim
When removing the wheel , firstremove the wheel trim using the wheelbrace, by pulling at the valve hole.When fitting the wheel, refit the wheeltrim star ting by aligning the valve hole
with the valve, and then press on theedge of the trim with the palm of your hand.
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) Slacken the bolts using the wheelbrace. )
Place the jack in contact with one of the
two front Aor rear B locations provided on
the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.
Removing the wheel
)
Using the handle, extend the jack until its base plate is in contact with the ground.
Ensure that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location A or Bused. )
Raise the vehicle until there is sufficientspace between the wheel and the ground.
)
Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place. )
Remove the wheel.
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Fitting the wheel
)Put the wheel in place on the hub. )Screw in the bolts by hand. )Pre-tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
)
Lower the vehicle fully. )
Fold the jack and detach it. )Tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.
After changing a wheel
Have the tightening of the bolts andthe pressure of the new wheel checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop without delay.
