2013 Citroen C3 wheel

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Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel
, firstdetach the trim using the wheelbrace 1pulling at the valve passage hole. When refitting the wheel
, refit the trim star ting by placing its cut-out at the valve and press around its edge withthe palm of your hand.



Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot under
the floor.
According to country, the spare wheel may be
steel or of the "space-saver" type.
To gain access to it, refer to the paragraph"Access to the tools" on the previous page.
Fitting the steel or "space-saver" type spare wheel

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,it is normal to notice, when tightening the bolts on fitting, that the washers donot come into contact with the steel or "space-saver" type spare wheel. Thewheel is secured by the conical contactof each bolt.

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Taking out the wheel
)Unscrew the yellow central bolt. )Raise the spare wheel towards you from
the rear.)Take the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the 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.
)
Put the box back in place in the centre of
the wheel and clip it. ) Put the polystyrene storage box back inplace. )
Refit the boot floor carpet by lightly
folding it in two (refer to the section
"Fittings -

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Removing a wheel

List of operations
)Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3(with alloy wheels
only). )Fit the security bolt socket 4 on thewheelbrace 1to slacken the security bolt(if your vehicle has them).)Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1only.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level, stable and not slippery. Apply the parking brake, switch off theignition and engage first gear *
to lock the wheels. If necessary, place a chock under the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel tobe changed. It is imperative that you ensure that the occupants get out of the vehicle and wait where they are safe.Never go underneath a vehicle raisedusing a jack; use an axle stand.

*
position Rfor an electronic gearbox; position Pfor an automatic gearbox.

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)Place the jack 2 in contact with one of thetwo front Aor rear B
locations provided on
the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed. )Extend the jack 2until its base plate is in contact with the ground. Ensure that thecentreline of the jack base plate is directly below the location A or Bused.
)
Raise the vehicle until there is sufficientspace between the wheel and the ground
to admit the spare (not punctured) wheeleasily. ) Remove the bolts and store them in a clean
place.
) Remove the wheel.

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List of operations
)Put the wheel in place on the hub. )Screw in the bolts by hand.)Pre-tighten the security bolt (if your vehiclehas them) using the wheelbrace 1fitted
with the security bolt socket 4 .
)Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1only.

Fitting a wheel
After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in the boot correctly, first remove the central cover. When using the "space-saver" typetemporary use spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).Have the tightening of the bolts and thepressure of the spare wheel checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without delay. Have the punctured wheel repaired andreplace it on the vehicle as soon aspossible. Do not drive with more than one temporary use spare wheel fitted to the vehicle at one time.

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) Tighten the security bolt (if your vehicle has
them) using the wheelbrace 1fitted with thesecurity bolt socket 4 . )
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.)
Refit the bolt covers on each of the bolts. )
Store the tools in the box.


)Lower the vehicle fully.)Fold the jack 2
and detach it.

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


Avoid driving on roads that have been cleared of snow, to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the roadsurface. It is recommended that before you leave, you practise fitting the snowchains on a level and dry surface.If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,check that no par t of the chain or itsfixings is in contact with the wheel rim.


Use onl
y the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
1
85/65 R15 9 mm
195/55 R16
205/45 R17 not chainable
For more information on snow chains
, contact aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Advice on installation
)If you have to fit the chains during ajourney, stop the vehicle on a flat surface on the side of the road.)Apply the parking brake and position anywheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.)Fit the chains following the instructionsprovided by the manufacturer. )Move off gently and drive for a fewmoments, without exceeding 30 mph (50 km/h). )Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly tightened.

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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it:)open the boot, )raise the floor,)remove the polystyrene storage box,)remove the towing eye from the holder. Procedure for havin
g your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
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 towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle 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 motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release theparking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...