2013.5 Citroen DS4 RHD Owner's Manual

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Putting the standard wheel back
in place


Put the box back in place in the centre of
the wheel and clip it.



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.

Removing a wheel


Parking the vehicle

Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not block traffic: the ground must be
level, stable and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode,
switch off the ignition and engage first
gear * to lock the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamps
in the instrument panel are on (not
flashing).
The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.


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 security bolt.


Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.

*
position R
for an electronic gearbox; P
for an
automatic gearbox.

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
Place the jack 2
in contact with one of the
two front A
or rear B
locations provided on
the underbody, whichever 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 sufficient
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.

Fitting a wheel


Fitting a steel or "space-
saver" spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy
wheels, when tightening the bolts on
fitting 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.


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
fitted with the security
socket 4
.


Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.


After changing a wheel

To store the punctured wheel in the
boot correctly, first 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 qualified
workshop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired and
replace it on the vehicle as soon as
possible.

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
Lower the vehicle fully.


Fold the jack 2
and detach it.

Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1
fitted with the security
socket 4
.


Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.


Refit the chromed bolt covers on each of
the bolts (according to equipment).


Store the tools in the box.

Snow chains


In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.

The snow chains must be fitted only
to the front wheels. They must never
be fitted to "space-saver" type spare
wheels.
For more information on snow chains, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.



Advice on installation




If you have to fit the chains during a
journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.


Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.


Fit the chains following the instructions
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 tightened.


Avoid driving on roads that have been
cleared of snow, to avoid damaging
your vehicle's tyres and the road
sur face. It is recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face. If
your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.

Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running
speed authorised.

Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
215/60 R16
9 mm
215/55 R17
225/45 R18
225/40 R19

cannot be fitted with chains

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Changing a bulb


The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protective
coating:



do not clean them using a dr y
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,



use a sponge and soapy water or a
pH neutral product,


when using a high pressure
washer on persistent marks, do not
keep the lance directed towards
the lamps or their edges for too
long, so as not to damage their
protective coating and seals. Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for a few minutes (risk of serious
burns).



Do not touch the bulb directly with
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.



Risk of electrocution

Xenon bulbs (D1S-35W) must be
replaced by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Bulbs with lugs, type H1, H7... take care
to position them correctly to ensure the
best lighting.

Model with xenon and directional
headlamps


1.
Directional dipped/main beam
headlamps (D1S-35W).


2.
Direction indicators (PY21W amber).


3.
Daytime running lamps (P21/5W XL).


4.
Sidelamps (LEDs).


5.
Foglamps (H11- 55W).











Model with halogen headlamps



1.
Direction indicators (H21 clear).


2.
Dipped beam headlamps (H7- 55W).


3.
Main beam headlamps (H1- 55W).


4.
Daytime running lamps (P21/5W XL).


5.
Sidelamps (LEDs).


6.
Foglamps (H11- 55W).





Access to bulbs

Depending on the engine and only on the left
hand side, you must first carry out the following
operations for access to the protective covers
on the bulbs.



Remove the air deflector by unclipping
each of its three attachment points.


Unclip the bonnet release cable at its two
fixings.


Move the cable down.
After changing the failed bulb, remember to
put everything back in place (cable and air
deflector).


Front lamps