2012 Citroen DS4 tow

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1.Brake lamps (P21/5W).2.Sidelamps (LEDs).3.Direction indicators (PY21W amber)4.Reversing lamp (P21W).5. Rear foglamps (P21W).
Rear lamps
Amber bulbs, such as those for thedirection indicators, must be replaced by bulbs of the same rating and colour. The lamps on the tailgate, other than the guide lamps, are dummy units. They are there for aestheticpurposes only.
Changing stop lamp, reversing lamp and direction indicator bulbs
These three bulbs are changed from inside the boot:
)
open the boot,)
remove the access grille from thecorresponding side trim panel, )
slacken the two nuts using a 10 mm tube spanner then remove the nuts by hand,)
unclip the lamp unit connector,)
extract the lamp unit carefully pulling in its
middle towards the outside,
) remove the foam seal,)
unclip the two small secondary connectors,)
spread the two tabs and remove the bulb holder, )
turn the bulb a quarter of a turn andchange it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Take care to en
gage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
Tighten sufficiently to ensure sealing, but
without damaging the lamp.

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Changing a wiper blade


Before removing a front
w
iper blade
)Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wiper stalk toposition the wiper blades ver tically on the
windscreen.

Removing
)Raise the corresponding wiper arm.)Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting
)
Put the corresponding new wiper blade in
place and clip it.
) Fold down the wiper arm carefully.
After fitting a front wiper
blade
)
Switch on the ignition. )
Operate the wiper stalk again to park the
wiper blades.










Very cold climate screen * Removable protective screen which prevents
the accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.

Fitting
)
Offer up the very cold climate screen to
the front of the lower section of the frontbumper. ) Press around its edge to engage its fixingclips one by one.



Removal
)
Use a screwdriver as a lever to releaseeach fixing clip in turn.

* Accordin
g to country.

Do not forget to remove the very coldclimate screen:


- when the ambient temperature exceeds 10 °C,

- when towing,

- at speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).

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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.

The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To
gain access to it: )open the boot, )raise the floor,)secure it by hooking its cord on the hook on
the rear parcel shelf suppor t,
)remove the towing eye from the holder.

Access to the tools
General
recommendations
Obser ve 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 callon 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 the steering, or releasethe parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

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

)On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom. )Screw the towing eye in fully. )Install the towing bar.
)On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom. )Screw the towing eye in fully. )Install the towing bar. )Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.)Move off gently, drive slowly and for a shor t distance.
To w i ng your vehicle
To w i ng another vehicle
)Place the gear lever in neutral (position Non the electronic gearbox system or automatic gearbox). Failure to observe this instructioncould result in damage to certain components (braking, transmission...) and the absence of braking assistance the next time the engine is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key in the ignition one notch and release the
parking brake.) Switch on the hazard warning lamps onboth vehicles. )
Move off gently, drive slowly and for a shor tdistance.

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Towing a trailer, ...


Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer
with additional lighting and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it mayalso be used for towing a trailer.
We recommend the use of genuineCITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËNdealer, it is imperative that it is fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
on the towing vehicle and the driver must take particular care.

The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine CITROËN towbar is used.

Driving advice
Distribution of loads
)Distribute the load in the trailer so that theheaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing engine per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.
Side wind
)Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.

Cooling

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long inclinedepends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.

Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To a v o i d o v e r h e a t i ng of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of enginebraking is recommended.


Tyres
)Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the recommended pressures.



Lighting
)Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.
)If the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off
t
he engine as soon as possible.

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Accessories A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.



"Comfort":

door deflectors, side window blinds, rear screen blind, isotherm module, coat hanger fixed to head restraint, mobile reading lamp, mirror for caravan, parking sensors...


"Transport systems":

child seats and booster cushions, boot carpet,
boot liner, boot net, boot spacers, transverse
roof bars, bic
ycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes,
towbars, wiring harnesses...
"Styling":
gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest, alloy wheels, chrome mirror shells, chrome door aperture finishers...
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, anti-tilt unit, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, breathalyser, first aid kit, fire
extinguisher, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, wheel security bolts, snow chains,non-slip covers...
If a towbar and wiring harness are fittedoutside the CITROËN dealer network, the installation must be done followingthe manufacturer's recommendations.
* To avoid an
y risk of jamming the pedals:
- ensure that mats are correctl
y positionedand secured,
- never fit one mat on top of another.

"Protection":

mats *
, seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, door protective mouldings,
bumper protection strips, vehicle cover...

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Technical data
WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
Petrol enginesVTi 120THP 155THP 160THP 200
GearboxesManualElectronic gearbox systemAutomaticManual
Model codes: NX...5FS05FV8/P5FMA5FU8


- Unladen wei
ght 1 2051 284 1 363
1 316



- Kerb weight 1 280
1 359
1 438
1 391



- Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
1 755

1 795

1 835

1 820



-
Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % gradient
2 955
3 195

2 635

2 820



- Braked trailer
(within the GTW limit)
on a 12 % gradient 1 200
1 400
8001 000



- Braked trailer * (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 1 4501 650 1 0001 250



- Unbraked trailer 640
680

715695



- Recommended nose weight
75

75
7575


*
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount. Warning:
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
The
GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.