2013.5 Citroen C4 RHD wheel
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Removing the cartridge
Stow the black pipe.
Detach the angled base from the
white pipe.
Support the compressor vertically.
Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.
Connect the compressor's electri-
cal connector to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.
Start the vehicle and let the engine
run.
Adjust the pressure using the com-
pressor (to infl ate: switch B
in po-
sition "I"
; to defl ate: switch B
in
position "O"
and press button C
),
according to the vehicle's tyre pres-
sure label or the accessory's pres-
sure label.
Remove the kit then stow it.
Beware of discharges of fl uid.
The expiry date of the fl uid is in-
dicated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed
for single use; even if only partly
used, it must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take
it to an authorised waste dispos-
al site or a CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new
sealant cartridge, available from
CITROËN dealers or from a
qualifi ed workshop.
Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories
You can also use the compressor, with-
out injecting any product, to:
- check or adjust the pressure of your
tyres,
- infl ate other accessories (balls, bi-
cycle tyres...).
Turn the selector A
to the
"Air" position.
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.
Connect the black pipe to
the valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fi t one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit fi rst.
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CHANGING A WHEEL
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel
for the spare wheel using the tools pro-
vided with the vehicle.
Access to the tools
The tools are installed in the boot under
the fl oor.
To gain access to them:
open the boot,
raise the fl oor,
secure it by hooking its cord on the
hook on the rear shelf support,
with a standard size spare wheel,
unclip and remove the box in the
middle of the wheel containing the
tools,
or
with a "space-saver" spare wheel;
lift the wheel at the rear towards you
for access to the storage box con-
taining the tools.
List of tools
All of these tools are specifi c to your
vehicle. Do not use them for other pur-
poses.
1.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and
the wheel fi xing bolts.
2.
Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.
3.
"Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors
(covers) on alloy wheels.
4.
Socket for the security bolts (lo-
cated in the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the
special "security" bolts.
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel
, detach the trim fi rst using the wheelbrace 1
pulling at the valve passage hole.
When refi tting the wheel
, refi t the trim starting by placing its notch facing
the valve and press around its edge with the palm of your hand.
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Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
Depending on version, the spare wheel
may be a standard size steel or alloy
wheel, or for some countries it is the
"space saver" type.
For access to the spare wheel, refer to
the paragraph "Access to the tools" on
the previous page.
Putting the standard wheel back in
place
Put the wheel back in its housing.
Unscrew the yellow central bolt by a
few turns then put it in place in the
centre of the wheel.
Tighten fully until the central bolt
clicks to retain the wheel correctly.
Tyre under-infl ation detection
The spare wheel is not fi tted with
a sensor. The punctured wheel
must be repaired by a CITROËN
dealer or aqualifi ed workshop.
Taking out the standard wheel
Unscrew the yellow central bolt.
Raise the spare wheel towards you
from the rear.
Take the wheel out of the boot.
Put the box back in place in the cen-
tre of the wheel and clip it.
If your vehicle has an electric
parking brake, only a space sav-
er wheel can be stowed in the
boot.
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Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it
does not block traffi c: the ground
must be level, stable and non-
slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake unless
it has been programmed to au-
tomatic mode, switch off the ig-
nition and engage fi rst gear * to
lock the wheels.
Check that the braking warning
lamps in the instrument panel
are on (not fl ashing).
The occupants must get out of
the vehicle and wait where they
are safe.
If necessary, place a chock un-
der the wheel diagonally oppo-
site the wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack; use an axle
stand.
*
position R
for an electronic gearbox;
P
for an automatic gearbox.
List of operations
Remove the chromed bolt cover from
each of the bolts using the tool 3
(according to equipment).
Fit the security socket 4
on the
wheelbrace 1
to slacken the secu-
rity bolt.
Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.
Place the jack 2
in contact with one
of the two front A
or rear B
locations
provided on the underbody, which-
ever is closest to the wheel to be
changed.
Extend the jack 2
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 B
used.
Raise the vehicle until there is suffi -
cient space between the wheel and
the ground to admit the spare (not
punctured) wheel easily.
Remove the bolts and store them in
a clean place.
Remove the wheel.
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Fitting a wheel
Fitting a steel or "space-
saver" spare wheel
If your vehicle is fi tted with al-
loy wheels, when tightening the
bolts on fi tting it is normal to
notice that the washers do not
come into contact with the steel
or "space-saver" spare wheel.
The wheel is secured by the
conical contact of each bolt.
After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in the boot
correctly, fi rst remove the central cover.
When using the "space-saver" type
spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired and
replace it on the vehicle as soon as
possible.
List of operations
Put the wheel in place on the hub.
Screw in the bolts by hand to the
stop.
Pre-tighten the security bolt using
the wheelbrace 1
fi tted with the se-
curity socket 4
.
Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.
Lower the vehicle fully.
Fold the jack 2
and detach it.
Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1
fi tted with the security
socket 4
.
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.
Refi t the chromed bolt covers on
each of the bolts (according to
equipment).
Store the tools in the box.
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SNOW CHAINS
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.
Advice on installation
If you have to fi t the chains during
a journey, stop the vehicle on a fl at
surface on the side of the road.
Apply the parking brake and posi-
tion any wheel chocks to prevent
movement of your vehicle.
Fit the chains following the instruc-
tions provided by the manufacturer.
Move off gently and drive for a
few moments, without exceeding
30 mph (50 km/h).
Stop your vehicle and check that
the snow chains are correctly tight-
ened.
The snow chains must be fi tted
only to the front wheels. They
must never be fi tted to "space-
saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in
force in your country on the use
of snow chains and the maxi-
mum running speed authorised.
Avoid driving on roads that
have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's
tyres and the road surface. It is
recommended that before you
leave, you practise fi tting the
snow chains on a level and dry
surface. If your vehicle is fi tted
with alloy wheels, check that no
part of the chain or its fi xings is
in contact with the wheel rim.
Use only the chains designed to be fi t-
ted to the type of wheel fi tted to your
vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link
size.
195/65 R15
9 mm
205/55 R16
225/45 R17
225/40 R18
cannot be fi tted with chains
For more information on snow chains,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your vehicle
towed or for towing another vehicle us-
ing a removable towing eye.
The towing eye is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
To gain access to it:
open the boot,
raise the fl oor,
secure it by hooking its cord on the
hook on the rear parcel shelf sup-
port,
remove the towing eye from the
holder.
Access to the tools
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a
valid driving licence.
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 motorway or fast road,
- 4 wheel drive vehicle,
- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering,
or release the parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the ground,
- where there is no approved towing bar available...
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ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from the CITROËN
dealer network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle
and benefi t from CITROËN's recom-
mendation and warranty.
Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to
convert a trade vehicle to a private car
and vice-versa.
"Comfort":
door defl ectors, side window blinds,
rear screen blind, insulated module,
coat hanger fi xed to head restraint,
reading lamp, mirror for caravan, cruise
control, scented air freshener and car-
tridges, parking sensors...
"Transport systems":
boot carpet, boot liner, boot net, boot
spacers, transverse roof bars, bicycle
carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars,
towbar wiring harnesses...
"Styling":
gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest,
alloy wheels, wheel embellishers,
chrome mirror shells, chrome door ap-
erture fi nishers, door sill fi nishers, tail-
gate lower chrome fi nisher...
* To avoid any risk of jamming the
pedals:
- ensure that mats are correctly
positioned and secured,
- never fi t one mat on top of an-
other.
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, microwave sensor,
anti-tilt sensor, stolen vehicle tracking
system, child seats and booster cush-
ions, breathalyser, fi rst aid kit, fi re extin-
guisher, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, dog guard, pet seat belt, wheel
security bolts, snow chains, non-slip
covers, front foglamp kit...
"Protection":
mats * , seat covers compatible with lat-
eral airbags, door sill protectors, mud
fl aps, door protective rubbing strips,
bumper protection strips, protective
covers for pets, vehicle cover...
If a towbar and wiring harness
are fi tted outside the CITROËN
dealer network, the installation
must be done using the vehicle's
electrical pre-equipment and in
line with the manufacturer's rec-
ommendations.