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Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system isnoticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two ser vices.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for the
details of the level checking inter val for this component.
For in
formation on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Brake wear depends on the styleof driving, par ticularly in the case of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition o
f the brakes checked, even between vehicle services.
Brake pads
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking inter val for
this component.
Electronic gearbox
Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, CITROËN selects and offers very specific products. Checkin
g this system must be done by aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.
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2. Infl ation
)Turn the selector A
to the "air" position. )Uncoil the black pipe Hfully. )Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel.
) Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket. ) Star t the vehicle again and leave theengine running.
)
Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
;
to deflate: switch B in position "O"and press button C), in accordance with the
vehicle's tyre pressure label (located on the
left hand door aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that thepuncture has not been fully plugged; contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance. ) Remove and stow the kit. )
Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h]max) limiting the distance travelled to
approximately 120 miles (200 km).
As soon as possible, go to a CITROËNdealer or a qualified workshop.Yo u m u s t i nform the technician that you have used this kit. After inspection, the technician will advise you on whether
the tyre can be repaired or if it must be replaced.
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Removing the cartridge
)Stow the black pipe. )Detach the angled base from the white pipe. )Suppor t the compressor ver tically. )Unscrew the car tridge from the bottom.
Checking tyre pressures /
inflatin
g accessories
You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:
- check or ad
just the pressure of your tyres,
- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
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, fit one of the adaptorssupplied with the kit first.
)Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket. )Star t the vehicle and let the engine run. )Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B in position "I" ;
to deflate: switch B in position "O"and press button C ), according to the vehicle's
tyre pressure label or the accessory'spressure label. )Remove the kit then stow it.
Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated on the car tridge.
The sealant car tridge is designed for single use; even if only partly used, itmust be replaced. After use, do not discard the car tridge into the environment, take it to anauthorised waste disposal site or aCITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealantcartridge, available from CITROËN dealers or from a qualified workshop.
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Changing a wheel
For access to them: )open the boot, )remove the boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the box containing the tools, )remove the polystyrene storage box.
Other accessories
5.Removable towing eye.
Refer to the paragraph "Towing the vehicle".
Access to the tools
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle. Do not use them for other purposes.
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel fixing 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 (located in the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts (if your vehicle has them).
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Taking out the wheel
)Unscrew the yellow central bolt, andremove it. )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. )
Refit the yellow central bolt in the centre of
the wheel. ) Tighten fully until the central bolt clicks to retain the wheel correctly.
)
Put the polystyrene storage box back inplace. )
Put the box back in place and clip it.
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Changing a bulb Procedure for replacing a faulty bulb with a new bulb.
1.Direction indicators (H21W amber).2.Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).3. Main beam headlamps (H1- 55W).4.Sidelamps (W5W).5.Foglamps (PSX24W).6.LED daytime running lamps.
Front lamps
The headlamps are fitted withpolycarbonate glass with a protectivecoating: )do not clean them using a dryor abrasive cloth, nor with adetergent or solvent product, )use a sponge and soapy water or apH neutral product, )when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do not keepthe lance directed towards thelamps or their edges for too long,so as not to damage their protectivecoating and seals, )do not touch the bulb directly withyour fingers, use lint-free cloths.
Changing a bulb should only be doneafter the headlamp has been switched off for a few minutes (risk of seriousburns).It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order not to damage the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with anew bulb with the same type and specification.
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Changing front foglampbulbs
)Remove the grille located under the foglamp.
If you experience any difficulty in replacing bulbs, contact your CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
)
Through the cover, remove the lamp finisher by pulling it towards you. )
Unscrew the two fixing screws of themodule and remove it from its housing. )
Disconnect the bulb holder connector. )
Remove the bulb and change it.
To r e
fit, carry out these operations in reverseorder.
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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed under the boot floor.
To gain access to it: )open the boot, )remove the adjustable boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the towing eye from the tool 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 releasethe parking brake,- towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...
