2012 Citroen C1 RHD tow

54Safety











Airbags Front airbags


Front airbag fault

Immediately after the impact, the airbags
deflate rapidly so that they do not hinder
the visibility of the occupants nor their exit if
necessary from the vehicle. The air bags are
not deployed in the case of minor impacts, rear impacts or in cer tain roll-over conditions. The seat belt is sufficient to ensure maximumprotection in these situations. The seriousness
of a collision depends on the nature of the
obstacle and the speed of the vehicle at the
m
oment of the collision.
Airbags only operate when the ignition
is switched on. When they are deployed,
a noise is heard during inflation.
The airbags have been designed to maximise
the safety of the occupants in the event of serious collisions. They work in conjunction
with the force-limiting seat belts. Theelectronic detectors register and analyse any abrupt deceleration of the vehicle in the
impact detection zones (see diagram): if the
deployment threshold is reached, the airbags
in
flate instantly and protect the occupants of
the vehicle.

These are
fitted in the centre of the steeringwheel for the driver and in the dashboard for the front passenger. They are deployed simultaneously, except in cases where thepassenger's airbag is deactivated, in theevent of a serious front impact applied in the
impact zone A
in the longitudinal centreline
of the vehicle, on a horizontal plane and from
th
e front of the vehicle towards the rear. T he
airba
g inflates between the front occupant of
the vehicle and the dashboard to cushion hisfor ward movement. The airbags therefore limit
the risk of injury to the head and chest.
A.Front impact zone.B. Side impact zone.
Note:
the gas escaping from the airbags can be a minor irritant.
Flashin
g indicates an airbag fault, contact a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop to have the
system checked. The airbags mayno longer be deployed in the event of a serious impact.
Impact detection zones

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55 Safety
To ensure the safety of your child, it is essential to deactivate the passenger'sairbag when you install a "rear-facing"child seat on the front passenger seat.
Other wise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the air bag wereto inflate.)With the ignition switched off, inser t thefkey into the passenger airbag deactivation switch 1, turn it to the "OFF"position, then remove the key keeping the switch in this position.
In the "OFF"position, the passenger airbag willnot be deployed in the event of an impact.
As soon as the "rear-facing"
child seat is
removed, turn the airbag switch to the "ON"position to re-activate the airbag and thus ensure the safety of your passenger in the
event of an impact. If the passen
ger airbag is
deactivated, the warning lamp in the
instrument panel remains on until the
passen
ger airbag is reactivated.
Flashin
g indicates a fault with at least
one of these airbags.Contact a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop to have thesystem checked. The airbags may no longer be
deployed in the event of a serious impact.
Deactivation (check)

Airba
g fault


*
According to version.












Lateral airbags * and
curtain airbags *

The lateral airbags are built into the front seatbacks on the door side.
The deployment of these airbags requires a
serious side impact applied in the side impact
zone B , perpendicular to the longitudinalcentreline of the vehicle, on a horizontal plane and from the outside of the vehicle towards the inside. The lateral airbag inflates between the front occupant of the vehicle and the door trimpanel. It therefore limits the risk of injury to
the chest.
The cur tain airba
gs are built into the headlining.
The cur tain airba
g inflates between the front or rear occupant and the windows. It therefore
limits the risk of head injuries. In the event of a
minor impact or bump on the side of the vehicle
or if the vehicle rolls over, the airbag may notbe deployed. The airbag is not deployed in the event of a front or rear collision.
Deactivating the
passenger's airbag

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65 Practical information
)As far as possible, immobilise the vehicle
on level, stable, non-slippery ground. )Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear or reverse
for the manual gearbox, position Nfor theelectronic gearbox. The followin
g tools are installed in a carrier,
located in the centre of the spare wheel:
1
. Wheelbrace 2.Jack with handle 3.Removable towing eye

Access to the spare wheel and
the jack in the boot
) Remove the carpet then the plastic cover using the handle.



Tyre pressures

These are indicated on the label positioned on the inner pillar of the left door, see
"Identification markings".



























Changing a wheel
)
If necessary, chock the wheel diagonally
opposite the wheel to be changed.) You must ensure that the occupants leave
the vehicle and wait in a safe location.

Parking the vehicle
To o l s

70Practical information
repeaters (WY 5 W amber)
Third brake lamp
(Four W 5 W bulbs) Number
plate
lamps (W 5 W)
Do not tighten the screws more than isnecessary, to avoid the risk of breaking
the lamp.
)Pass your hand under the bumper. )Remove the bulb holder turning it onequar ter of a turn.)Remove the bulb and change it.
)
Unscrew the 2 fixing screws A.)
Release the lamp unit by pushing the two
tabs Binwards.)
Disconnect the connector and the rear screen wash pipe.)
Remove the bulb holder.)
Remove the bulb and change it.
When refitting, proceed in the reverse order
and ensure that the lamp unit seal and the rear
screen wash pipe have been put back in place correctly.
)Push the repeater forwards or rearwardsand detach it by pulling towards you. )Disconnect the bulb holder and change it.

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Towing the vehicle

Install the towing bar. )
Put the gear lever into neutral (position Nfor the electronic gearbox).
)Take the removable towing eye stowed in
the spare wheel, under the boot carpet.
)Unclip the plastic cover. )Fully screw in the towing eye.

General
recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country.Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towedvehicle.The driver must stay at the wheel of thetowed 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 approved towing bar; 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,- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock thesteering, or release the parkingbrake,- towing with only two wheels on theground, - where there is no approved towingbar available...

Your vehicle can only be towed at the front.
Never use the radiator crossmember.
To w i ng with fours wheels on theroad must be carried out at very low speed over a very shor t distance (in accordance with the legislation in force).
In all other cases, your vehicle must betranspor ted on a trailer.

Failure to obser ve this instruction maylead to damage to cer tain components (braking, transmission, ...) andthe absence of braking assistance whenthe engine is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key to
the first position and release the parkingbrake. ) Switch on the hazard warning lamps onboth vehicles.

88Checks






Checks
Electronic gearbox















Brake pads
Unless other wise indicated, check thesecomponents in accordance with the servicingbooklet and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
12 V battery
Oil filter
Manual gearbox
Only use products recommended byCITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as impor tant as the brakingsystem, CITROËN selects and offers very specific products. To avoid damaging the electrical units, the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictlyprohibited.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter

Brake disc wear
Parkin
g brake
The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check that the terminals
are clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer to
the "Practical information" section for details of
the precautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.

Re
fer to the ser vicing booklet for
details of the replacement intervals
for these components.
Dependin
g on the environment (e.g.
dusty atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace them twice as often if necessary.y A clogged passenger compar tment filter mayhave an adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and generate undesirable odours.
Replace the oil
filter each time theengine oil is changed.
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for
details of the replacement inter val for
this component.
The gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for the
details of the level checking intervalfor this component.
The
gearbox does not require any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking inter val for
this component.
Brake wear depends on the st
yle
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It ma
y be necessary to
have the condition of the brakes checked
, even between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn. For information on checkin
g brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.

I
f excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two services.
Checking this system must be done by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Technical data
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Weights (in kg)
The design of your vehicle does not permit the fitting of a towbar.
Engine
1.0 litre
Manual gearbox(5-speed)Electronic gearbox(5-speed)
Versions
3-door

5-door 3-door

5-door
Model codes

PMCFB0 / PMCFB4 PNCFB0 / PNCFB4

PMCFB0/PPNCFB0/P

Kerb weight 800805 830
840
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 1 180


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