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9Familiarisation
For economical driving, caring for the environment
The fuel consumptionof a vehicle varies greatly:
- according to the driver's style of driving
(moderate, aggressive, fast, ...),
- according to the type of journeys
made (urban, main road, motor way, flowing, heavy traffic, …) and the speed.
Main recommendations for driving economically
Hybrid mode selector
To optimise fuel consumption, use the Automodeof the selector whenever possible (the mode is activated
automatically when starting) including for urban journeys.
This mode optimises the use of the energy sources (internal combustion engine and/or electric) contrary to other modes, which are for use in par ticular cases.
Gear lever
Use the automatic
mode A
as much as possible as this optimises gear changes to suit the requirements.
Causes of high consumption and checks
As with any vehicle, limit overloading, wind resistance (windows open above 30 mph (50 km/h), roof rack, loaded or not, …), the use of power consumers (air conditioning, heated seats, heated rear screen, …).
Obser ve the recommendations on checks (regular check of tyre pressures, correct tyre pressures, …) and routine servicing.
Drive smoothly
Stay in the "eco" zone
displayed in the energy consumption / generation indicator: accelerate gently, drive at steadyspeeds using the speed limiter or cruise control as soon as possible.Use the "charge" zone: anticipate the need to slow down by taking your foot off the accelerator rather than braking.
The movement of the energy consumption / generation indicator needle (into the "charge" zone), shows the level of energy recovery.
Consumption history
See the impact of your style of driving and the type of journey by reviewing the history of your energy consumption.Refer to the "Multifunction screens" section.
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Hybrid system
Limit the causes of excess
consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest items in the bottom of the boot,as close as possible to the rear seats.Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box inpreference.Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.
Observe the recommendations
on maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label in the door aper ture, driver's side.Carry out this check in par ticular:- before a long journey,- at each change of season,- after a long period out of use.
Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter...) and obser ve the schedule of operations recommended by the manufacturer.
When refuelling, do not continue after the3 rd
cut-off of the nozzle to avoid any over flow.
At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settledown to a consistent average.
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Fitting roof bars
rack, for a loading height not exceeding40 cm (with the exception of bicycle carriers): 70kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the
speed of the vehicle to the profile of theroad to avoid damaging the roof bars and the fixings on the roof.
Be sure to refer to national legislation in order to comply with the regulations for transporting objects which are longer than the vehicle. When
fitting transverse roof bars, take care toposition them correctly: Use accessories recommended by CITROËN obser ving the manufacturer'srecommendations and fitting instructions so as to avoid the risk of damaging the body (deformation,scratches, ...).
)Remove the cap using an allenTM key. )Put the bars into position then fit and
tighten the securing screws.
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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...
If a towbar and wiring harness are fitted
outside the CITROËN dealer network, theinstallation must be done using the vehicle's electrical pre-equipment and fitted following the manufacturer's recommendations.
"Styling":
gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest, alloy wheels, chrome mirror shells, chrome door aperture finishers...
*
To avoid an
y risk of jamming the pedals:
- ensure that mats are correctly positionedand secured,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
"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...
"Protection":
mats * , seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, door protective mouldings,bumper protection strips, vehicle cover...
The rear bodywork has been designed to avoid spray.
