2013 Citroen C8 headlamp

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Towing a trailer

On the contrary, use a high gear to
lower the engine speed and reduce
your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.
Brakes:
towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake
gradually.


Automatic adjustment
For vehicles with Xenon bulbs, and if
the change in load makes it necessary,
this system automatically corrects the
height of the beam after approximately
2 minutes. The driver is then assured
of having optimum lighting and not
causing a nuisance to other road
users.


In certain cases of particularly
arduous use (towing the
maximum load up a steep slope
in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this
case, cutting off the air conditioning
allows the engine power to be
recovered, and therefore the towing
speed to be signifi cantly increased
(approximately 12 mph [20 km/h]
more). Sequential control of the
gearbox may also become unavailable.

Lighting

Bicycle carrier

Refer to the "Identifi cation
features" section of chapter 8. Refer to the "Steering wheel
controls" section of chapter 3.
When using a trailer connection,
you must add a fuse. Refer to
the "Changing a fuse" section of
chapter 7.




If the coolant temperature warning light
comes on, stop the vehicle and switch
off the engine as soon as possible.

Tyres:
check the tyre pressures of
the towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended pressure.
Side wind:
sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.






Towbar

We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars, which have been
tested for endurance from the design
stage of your vehicle.
Towing equipment must be fi tted in
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, with particular attention to
the towing capacities of your vehicle,
the load towed, the nose weight and
the electrical connection. As this fi tting
should be carried out by a professional,
we recommend that you entrust the
fi tting of this equipment to a CITROËN
dealer.
In accordance with the general
instructions referred to above, we draw
your attention to the risk connected
with fi tting a towbar or other electrical
accessory which is not recommended
by the CITROËN network. Fitting such
equipment could result in a failure
of your vehicle's electronic system.
Please contact a CITROËN dealer fi rst
for further information.
Manual adjustment
Adjust your headlamps so as not to
dazzle other road users. Check the
electrical signalling of the trailer.
If you fi t a bicycle carrier on
the tailgate, deactivate the
rear wiper from the display's
confi guration menu.

11 2
Under the bonnet

UNDER-BONNET LAYOUT
DIESEL ENGINES



1.
Windscreen/headlamp wash
reservoir.

2.
Fuse box.

3.
Coolant reservoir.
4.
Wheelbrace.

5.
Brake and clutch fl uid reservoir.

6.
Jack housing.

7.
Air fi lter.
8.
Removable towing eye.

9.
Engine oil fi ller cap.

10.
Dipstick
( a
: 2.0 HDi).

11 .
Power steering reservoir.

12.
Repriming pump.

11 4
Levels


Cooling system

Only use the fl uid recommended by the
manufacturer.
Otherwise, you risk seriously damaging
your engine.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is controlled
by the engine fan. As this fan can
operate with the ignition key removed
and because the cooling system is
pressurised, wait for at least one hour
after the engine has stopped before
carrying out any work.
Slacken the cap by 1/4 of a turn to
release the pressure to prevent any
risk of scalding. When the pressure
has dropped, remove the cap and top
up the level with coolant.
If fl uid has to be added frequently,
this indicates a failure which must be
checked by a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.

Power steering fluid level

The vehicle must be parked on level
ground with the engine cold. Unscrew
the cap integrated with the gauge and
check the level which must be between
the MIN and MAX marks. During regeneration of the particle
emission fi lter, relay noise may be
heard under the fascia.
If the message is still displayed and
the service warning light remains on,
contact a CITROËN dealer.

Diesel additive level (Diesel with
particle emission filter)
When this occurs with the engine running,
this is due to the start of saturation of
the particle emission fi lter (exceptionally
prolonged urban driving conditions: low
speed, long traffi c jams, ...).
In order to regenerate the fi lter, you are
advised to drive at a speed of more than
40 mph (60 km/h) as soon as possible,
when traffi c conditions permit, for at
least fi ve minutes (until the message
disappears and the service warning light
is switched off).
Topping up
The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the expansion
bottle. If more than 1 litre of fl uid is
required to top up the level, have the
system checked by a CITROËN dealer.



Windscreen wash and headlamp
wash level
For best quality cleaning and for your
safety, we would advise that you use
products of the CITROËN range.
To avoid ice forming, do not use water.
Topping up
It is imperative that this additive is
topped up by a CITROËN dealer
without delay.



Used oil

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil
with the skin.
Brake fl uid is harmful to health and
very corrosive.
Do not dispose of used oil, brake
fl uid or coolant into drains or onto
the ground but into the containers
dedicated to this use at CITROËN
dealerships. The minimum level of this
additive is indicated by
lighting of the service warning
light, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message
on the display.

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QUICK HELP
7
Changing a bulb

CHANGING A BULB


Handle the bulbs with a dry cloth.
Make access easier on the right-
hand side by removing the wash-wipe
pipe and the fuse box cover.
High pressure washing: when using
this type of washing on stubborn dirt,
do not persist on the headlamps, the
lights and their surrounds to avoid
damaging their coating and their seal.
2 - Main beam headlamps
H7-55 W or xenon bulb.



- Turn the protective cover
corresponding to the faulty bulb
a quarter of a turn to the left and
remove it.

- Disconnect the connector.

- Press the end of the securing clip
to free it. Change the bulb.
When fi tting the new bulb, ensure that
the direction notches are positioned
correctly and the securing clip is fi xed
properly.


- Reconnect the connector.

- Refi t the protective cover, then turn
it a quarter of a turn to the right.

3 - Fog lamps
H1-55 W.


FRONT LIGHTS



1.
Dipped headlamps


2.
Main beam headlamps


3.
Fog lamps


4.
Side lights


5.
Direction indicators


1 - Dipped beam headlamps
H7-55 W or xenon bulb.

4 - Side lights
W 5 W.


- Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a
turn to the left and remove it.

- Change the bulb.




WARNING: RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION

Xenon bulbs must be changed by a
CITROËN dealer.

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Changing a bulb


Rear lights



1.
Direction indicators

PY 21 W (amber).

2.
Side lights

5 W.

3.
Brake/side lights

P 21 W/5 W.

4.
Reversing lights

P 21 W.
5 - Direction indicators
PY 21 W (amber).


- Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a
turn to the left and remove it.

- Change the bulb.


The headlamps are fi tted with
polycarbonate glass with a
protective coating. Do not clean
them with a dry or abrasive cloth, nor
with a detergent or solvent product.
Use a sponge and soapy water.
In certain climatic conditions (low
temperature, humidity), condensation
inside the headlamp glass is normal;
it disappears a few minutes after the
lights are switched on.
Direction indicator side repeaters
WY 5 W (amber).


- Push the repeater rearwards and
release it from the mirror.

- Hold the connector and turn the
bulb holder a quarter of a turn to
the left.

- Turn the bulb a quarter of a turn to
the left, remove it and change it.
When refi tting, engage the repeater
towards the rear and move it towards
the front of the mirror.


Amber coloured bulbs (direction
indicators and side repeaters)
must be changed for bulbs of
identical specifi cation and colour.

5.
Fog lamps

P 21 W.
These 5 bulbs are changed from inside
the vehicle:


- open the tailgate,

- remove the air extraction grille on
the side concerned,

125
QUICK HELP
7


Changing a fuse


INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSES



- Open the lower glove box on the right-hand side.

- Pull the handle to open the cover and access the fuses.


N°



Rating
(Amps)


Functions



1



15

Rear wiper.


2


-
Not used.


3



5

Airbag control unit.


4



10

Steering wheel angle sensor, Diagnostic socket, ESP sensor, Manual air conditioning, Clutch
switch, Headlamp beam height, Particle emission fi lter pump, Electrochromatic interior mirror.


5



30

Electric mirrors, Passenger's electric window motor, Sunroof row 1.


6



30

Front electric windows supply.


7



5

Courtesy lamps, Glove box lamp, Courtesy mirror lamps, Entertainment screen lamps row 2.


8



20

Multifunction display, Anti-theft alarm siren, Audio equipment, Compact disc changer, Audio/
telephone, Diesel additive control unit, Tyre under-infl ation detection control unit, Sliding doors
module control unit.


9



30

Cigarette lighter.


10



15

Steering wheel switching, Trailer fusebox.


11



15

Diagnostic socket, Ignition switch, Automatic gearbox (4-speed).


12



15

Driver's seat memory unit, Passenger's electric seat, Airbag control unit, Parking sensors control
unit, Sliding side door buttons, Hands-free kit, Automatic gearbox (6-speed).


13



5

Engine fuse box, Trailer fusebox.


14



15

Rain sensor, Automatic air conditioning, Instrument panel, Sunroofs, Odometer warning lamps
unit, Audio-telematics control.


15



30

Passenger's lock locking.


16



30

Locking/unlocking of the doors.


17



40

Heated rear screen.

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QUICK HELP
7


Changing a fuse



N°



Rating
(Amps)


Functions



1



20

Engine control unit, Fuel supply and air supply systems, Fan assembly.


2



15

Horn.


3



10

Front and rear wash-wipe pump.


4



20

Headlamp wash pump.


5



15

Fuel supply system.


6



10

Power steering, Secondary brake pedal switch, Automatic gearbox control unit, Air fl ow sensor,
Automatic beam corrector with xenon bulbs.


7



10

Braking system (ABS/ESP).


8



20

Starter control.


9



10

Main brake switch.


10



30

Fuel supply and air supply systems, Emission control systems.


11



40

Front air conditioning.


12



30

Windscreen wipers.


13



40

Built-in systems interface.


14



30

Not used.


15



30

Child lock locking/unlocking/deadlocking control.

9.46
10CONFIGURATION
Press SETUP
to display the"Confi guration " menu.
Select " Choose colour" and confi rm torselect the screen colour harmony and
the map presentation mode:
-
day mode,
- night mode,
- automatic da
y/night mode,according to whether the
headlamps are on.
Select " Adjust luminosity" and confi rm
to adjust the screen brightness.
Pr
ess " OK" to save the changes.
The settin
gs for day and night are independent.

Select " Display confi guration" andconfi rm.


DISPLAY CONFIGURATION