2013 CITROEN NEMO ECO mode

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Towing a trailer


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,
automatic cutting off of the air conditioning
allows the engine power to be saved.
If the coolant temperature
warning lamp comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.

Tyres:
check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
markings" section of chapter 7) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressures.

Brakes:
towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually.
Side wind:
sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.

ABS:
the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.

Rear parking sensors:
the sensors
will be deactivated automatically
when an genuine CITROËN towbar is used
(see the "Rear parking sensors" section of
chapter 3).

Towbar

We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it is essential that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment located at
the rear of the vehicle and following the
manufacturer's instructions.
The operation of the rear parking sensors is
deactivated automatically when the trailer
cable connector is inserted in the towbar
socket.
When the trailer cable is removed, the rear
parking sensors are re-activated.
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. The air density decreases with
altitude, so reducing the performance of
the engine. The maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for each 1 000 metres
of altitude. Refer to the "Technical data"
chapter for details of the weights and
towed loads applicable to your vehicle
and also to the administrative documents
(V5 registration document, ...).

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QUICK HELP



Battery


BATTERY


Models without Stop & Start



A.
Metallic positive point of your vehicle.

B.
Slave battery.

C.
Earth of your vehicle.

D.
Metallic positive point on your vehicle.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
Starting using another battery


- Connect the red cable to the metallic
point A
then to the positive (+) terminal of
the slave battery B
.

- Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
slave battery B
.

- Connect the other end of the green or
black cable to the earth point C
on your
vehicle (never to the metallic point D
of
your vehicle).

- Operate the starter, let the engine run.

- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables.


Never charge a battery without first
disconnecting the terminals.


- Disconnect the two quick-fit battery
terminals.

- Follow the instructions for use given by
the battery charger manufacturer.

- Check that the battery posts and
terminals are clean. If they are covered
with sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them.

- Reconnect the two quick-fit terminals,
starting with the negative (-) terminal.

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Battery



Models with Stop & Start



A.
Protective cover.

B.
Positive metallic point on your vehicle.

C.
Slave battery.

D.
Earth on your vehicle.

E.
Terminal release button.

F.
Check sensor button.

G.
State of charge sensor.

H.
Metal negative point of your vehicle.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
- Follow the instructions for use given by
the battery charger manufacturer.

- Check that the battery posts and
terminals are clean. If they are covered
with sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them.

- Reconnect connector F
of the check
sensor G
.

- Refit the protective cover A
to the
metallic point B
.

Starting using another battery


- Remove the protective cover A
from the
metallic point B
.

- Connect the red cable to metallic point B
,
then the (+) terminal to the slave battery C
.

- Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the (-) terminal of the slave
battery C
.

- Connect the other end of the green or
black cable to the earth point D
of your
vehicle (never to the metallic point H
of
your vehicle).

- Operate the starter, let the engine run.

- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables.

- Refit the protective cover A
to the
metallic point B
.



Do not disconnect the battery to charge it.


- Press the release button E
to disconnect
the terminal F
.

- Disconnect the connector F
of the check
sensor G
.

- Remove the protective cover A
from the
metallic point B
.

- Connect the charger cables: (+) on the
metallic point B
; (-) on the metallic point H
. Never remove the check sensor G
from the metallic point H
, except
when replacing the battery.

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QUICK HELP



Battery


Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in accordance with the
law and must not, in any circumstances be
discarded with household waste.
Take used batteries to an authorised waste
disposal site.

It is advisable to disconnect the battery
if the vehicle is not to be used for a
period of more than one month. To do
this on models with Stop & Start:


- press the release button E
to disconnect
connector F
,

- disconnect connector F
of check sensor G
.
Never remove the check sensor G
from the
metallic point H
, except when replacing the
battery.





The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a 12 V lead-acid battery with
special technology and specification;
the involvement of a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop is essential when
replacing or disconnecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation may
cause premature wear of the battery.

After refitting the battery by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop, the Stop & Start system will
only be active after a continuous period of
immobilisation of the vehicle, a period which
depends on the climatic conditions and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about
8 hours).
Before charging

The charging operation must be carried out in a
ventilated area away from naked fl ames or any
possible sources of sparks to eliminate the risks of
explosion and fi re.
Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery: it must fi rst
be thawed to eliminate the risks of explosion. If the
battery has frozen, before charging it have it checked
by a specialist who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and that the
container is not cracked, which could mean that
there is a risk of a leak of toxic and corrosive acid.


Before disconnecting
Never disconnect a terminal when the engine is
running.
Before disconnecting the battery, you must wait
for 2 minutes after switching off the ignition.
Close the windows and doors before
disconnecting the battery.
After reconnecting
After every reconnection of the battery,
switch on the ignition and wait 1 minute
before starting to allow the electronic
systems to be initialised. If difficulties are
experienced after this, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the battery has been disconnected
for some time, it may be necessary to
reinitialise the following functions:


- the display parameters (date, time,
language, distance and temperature
units),

- the radio stations,

- the central locking.
Some settings are cleared and must be
reprogrammed. Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.