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UNLOCKING INEMERGENCY
In the event of a malfunctioningof
the electric parking brake or a bat-
tery failure, provided your gear-
box is not in Park position (P) with
an automatic gearbox, or a gear isengaged with a manual gearbox:1.Open the lower compartmentin the central armrest by
actioning the control B.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
5. Make sure that you position
the strap back in its locationD.Otherwise, applying the brake
will not be possible after fi ve
attempts.Contact a CITROÀN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.
This strap cannot apply the parking brake. To re-apply the electric parking brake (after fi rst resolving the malfunction or the battery failure), pull then release the control A. The time for applying the brake subsequent to the emergency unlocking will be longer.
Note:During the emer-gency unlocking, the war-ning lamp for the electric parking brake will light upin the instrument panel.
2.Detach the CD storage sectionby pulling on the tabsC.3. Disengage the strap from itslocationD.4.Pull the strap to unlock the brake. A loud click confi rmsthat the brake is unlocked.
Note: It is essential to makesure that the parking brakewarning lamp does indeed light up in the instrument panel. Note: Presence of the dia
gnostic socket
Take care to ensure that the area around socket Eis not dusty or damp, this socket is vital to the maintenance operations on your vehicle.

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GROUND CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
Position changes may only bemade when the engine is running.
The ground clearance is adjusted
automatically. You can however modify the vehicle height in certainspecifi c cases.
To change the position
Press once on one of the adjustmentcontrols. The change of position is
indicated at the start of the adjust-ment by:A message or
Temporary display of the initialposition with the symbol for the position requested.
Note: You are recommended toavoid any changing of position whileyou have your foot on the brake.
Viewing of the position of the
vehicle
On completion of the adjustmentyou see either a message or an
illustration of the position attained
by the vehicle, with the appropriatesymbol.
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Maximum height
Changing a wheel.
Intermediate position
For an increased ground clearance.
For use on diffi cult roads when travel-ling at reduced speed, as well as oncarpark ramps.
Normal road position
Minimum height
To facilitate loading or unloading of

the vehicle.
For workshop inspections.
Not to be used in normal drivin
g.
For your safety if you are operating underneath the vehicle,it is obligatory to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Display of the position requested confi rms the completion of the adjustment.

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LEVELS
Air fi lter
Follow the requirements set out in the Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
REFER TO THE CHAPTER: USER PRECAUTIONS.
Screen wash and
headlamp wash fl uid
Use CITROËN-approved products wherever possible.
Capacity: See "Capacity".
Engine coolant
The fl uid level should be between the marks MIN.and
MAX. on the header tank.
Engine hot, wait at least
15 minutes.
Qualit
y: See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
Never do anything relating to
the cooling system of an engine
that is hot.
Poles "+" and "-" for
starting with a slave battery
See "Starting the engine with an assisting battery".
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level
on horizontal ground withthe engine having beenswitched off for at least30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the engine oilbetween two services. The manu-
facturer recommends that the oil bechecked and topped up if necessaryevery 3 000 miles (5 000 Km).
Qualit
y:See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
Pull out the manual dip-
stick.
Th
e level should be between
the marks MIN.and MAX.on the gauge.
It must never exceed the maximum.
MAX.
MIN.
Brake fl uid
The level of fl uid should be between the marks MIN.andMAX. on the reservoir.
Quality: See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
If this warning lamp comes on
when driving, stop as soon as it is safe to do so and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
Power steering and
suspension oil
For topping up, it is neces-sary to go to a CITROËN pp g p,
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Quality: See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember thatthe cooling fan may operate at any moment.
Between routine servicing visits, check the level of engine oil frequently as well as before going on a longjourney.
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FUSES IN THE BOOT
FUSEBOX
To access the fusebox locatedunder the left hand wing trim:1. Move aside the trim on theLH side. See "12 V battery:Changing the battery".2. Move aside the electricalcables connecting to the
fusebox.3. Open the fusebox.
RatingFunction
F 115 AFuel fl ap
F 2––
F 3––
F 415 ASpeed-sensitive rear spoiler (defl ector)
F 540 AHeated rear screen
G 3615 A/25 ARear LH electric heated seat (Pack Lounge)/Benchseat
G 3715 A/25 ARear RH electric heated seat (Pack Lounge)/Benchseat
G 3830 ARear electric seat adjustments (Pack Lounge)
G 3930 ACigar-lighter – Rear accessory socket
G 4025 AElectric parking brake

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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that towbar installation and removal bedone by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter must be free-wheeling (gearbox in neutral).
Dimensions(in metres):
A:0.971
TOWBAR
(Boat, caravan, etc.)
It is recommended that towbar installation and removal be done
by a CITROËN dealer or a quali-fi ed workshop.
If you are climbing a steep gradient
and the engine gets excessively
hot, certain functions become una-
vailable (e.g. sequential control of
the automatic gearbox, the air con-
ditioning).
If you are towing, it is necessary to
deactivate the parking assistance
by pressing the control on the dash-
board. See "Parking assistance".
It is recommended that
you remove
the towing ball, so that it does not
interfere with the functioning of the
proximity sensors, when you are
not using a trailer.
MAINTENANCE
If cleaning the vehicle with a highpressure system:Your Piloted Defl ector has to be closed.
It is not advisable to clean the
underside of the vehicle, for fear of damaging the electricparking brake.As water may penetrate into
the vehicle interior via the door
apertures, do not target these areas.
Do not direct at the headlamps,
lamps and their edges for too
long or you may damage their coating and seals.
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Before positioning the jack, always adjust the vehicle's groundclearance to the "maximum height" position and retain thisadjustment for as long as the jack is under the vehicle (do notuse the hydraulic adjustments).
Never get underneath the vehicle if it is supported only by thejack.
The jack and all the tools are designed specifi cally for use on your particular vehicle. Do not use them for any other applications.
Have the original wheel repaired and refitted as soon aspossible.
It is imperative not to exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) onthe spare wheel.
REMOVAL1. Park the vehicle on stable, fi rm ground that is not slippery. Apply
the parking brake.
2. It is essential to make sure that the occupants have left the vehicle and are in a place where their safety is guaranteed.3. With the engine idling, adjust the ground clearance to maximum height. See "Comfort" and "Ground clearance adjustment". Switch off the
ignition and engage fi rst gear or reverse gear depending on any slope (for a vehicle with automatic gearbox, select position P).4. Position the chock at the wheel that is diametrically opposite the one to
be replaced.
5. Position the jack at one of the four jacking-points provided on thesubframe close to the wheels, then use the handle to unwind the jack until it reaches the ground.
6. Slide the removal tool4 into the notch and lever vigorously to detach
the anti-theft bolt protector. See illustration. You can use the handle at
the extremit
y of the tool 4.7.Slacken the wheel bolts.8. Continue to extend the jack until the wheel is a few centimetres off the ground.9. Undo the bolts, remove the wheel.
CHANGING A WHEEL

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TOWING WITH WHEELS ON THE GROUND
Towing eyes can be used at the front and at the rear of the vehicle.
Detach the cover:For the front cover, lever with a screwdriver at the top of the cover.
For the rear cover, press on the right hand side.
The ignition key must be in position M to retain steering.
Use a bar with attachments to the towing eyes as above.
The towing eye is removable, to be stowed in the jack protection box inside
the spare wheel.
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ADVICE
Towingat low speed over a veryshort distanceis authorised inexceptional cases depending on
the regulations in force.
Otherwise, it is necessary to
have
your vehicle transportedon a recovery truck.
It is essential to check that theelectric parking brake is released.
REQUIREMENT - TOWING
WITH AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
Place the selector on position N(neutral).
When the engine is not running, the steering and the braking are no longer assisted.
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter must be free-wheeling (gearbox in neutral).
Towing with "front or rear lifted"or in the "minimum height"position is prohibited.

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ENGINE TYPEV6 HDi
GearboxAutomatic
Fuel tank capacity (in litres)Approx. 72 l
Fuels to be usedDiesel
French fi scal rating-
Turning circle between walls (in metres)12.70
Calculated maximum speed in km/h (mph)-
Weights (kg)
Unladen weight1 873
Gross vehicle weight2 320
Maximum weight on rear axle1 050
Gross train weight (MTRA)*3 720
Gross trailer weight (within the Gross Train Weight limit) (1)
On a 10 % or 12 % gradient1 400
Braked trailer (with load transfer within the MTRA (Gross Train Weight) limit1 620
Gross trailer weight (without brakes)750
Trailer nose weight65
Maximum roof rack load80
Dimensions of chainable tyres-
GENERAL
MTRA:Gross train weight.
Wei
ghts: Refer to the man-ufacturer's plate.
* For a vehicle that is towing,
the speed must not exceed
62 mph (100 km/h).
Gross trailer weight (with
brakes) can be increasedup to:(1) 1 700 kg.
Provided you reduce the
vehicle weight so as not
to exceed gross train
weight.
Observe
your vehicle's
towing limits.It is essen-
tial to comply with the max.
Gross Trailer Weights andspeed limits as specifi ed bylegislation in each country.
Dimensions of chainable
tyres:
All the tyres shown can befi tted with chains.
For Belgium and Switzerland
See the type approval doc-ument or single vehicle typeapproval