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Ventilation
These controls are located on the centre console.
Air conditioning
The air conditioning mode is operational
when the engine is running. The diode is lit.
Temperature adjustment
Control positioned:
- in the blue zone triggers cool
air,
Air flow
The force of the blown air, from
the vents, varies from 1
to the
strongest 4
. Remember to adjust
this control in order to reach the
ambient air comfort level. To switch off the
blower, place the control in position 0
.
The air supply distribution is
directed by the control turned
towards:
the side vents and the central
vents,
the side vents, the central vents
and the footwells,
the footwells,
the windscreen, the front side
windows and the footwells,
the windscreen. Press the air blower control. The
diode lights.
The air blower control must not
be in position 0
(zero flow) for air
conditioning to be obtained.
Turn the control to the position required.
- in the red zone triggers
heating of the interior ambient
air.
Air distribution
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Smoker's kit
Located at the base of the centre console,
this consists of a cigar lighter and an
ashtray.
12 V socket (180 W max)
An accessory socket is provided next to the
cigar lighter.
FRONT FITTINGS
Folding writing table (Light van)
This is located in the centre of the fascia
panel. In the absence of a table, the vehicle
is fitted with a storage compartment.
The clip can be used to secure A5 format
documents, slips, etc.
Pull the top of the table to unfold it, push to
fold it.
Storage compartment in the door trays
With recess for storing a 1 litre bottle.
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LOAD SPACE LAYOUT
Stowing rings
There are 6 stowing rings on the rear floor to
secure your loads.
As a safety precaution in case of sharp
braking, you are advised to place heavy
objects as far forwards towards the driver’s
seat as possible.
Storage tray
A storage tray is provided at the rear left of
the load space.
Torch
A magnetic torch is provided at the rear right
of the load space.
Remove the torch from its base by
pressing the button then pivoting the torch
downwards by 90 degrees.
To switch on the torch, slide the switch
forwards.
To change the 4 storage batteries (NiMH
type), remove the protective cover from the
torch.
To put the torch back in place, engage
it in the notches on the base and pivot it
upwards.
Ladder type vertical partition
Behind the driver’s seat, a ladder type
vertical partition protects the driver against
the risk of load movement.
Partitions
Panel, glazed and mid-height panel
with grille type partitions are offered to
complement your light van.
The transportation of passengers in the
load space is not permitted.
You are advised to immobilise the load
by securing it firmly using the stowing
rings on the floor. The torch’s storage batteries recharge
automatically while driving.
An additional light is installed in the centre of
the torch base (refer to the "Interior lighting"
section).
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EASE OF USE and COMFORT
Practical information
Retaining straps
There are two retaining straps on the left-
hand side of the boot.
They secure the tool kit.
Torch
A magnetic torch is provided on the right-
hand side of the boot.
Remove the torch from its base by
pressing the button then pivoting the torch
downwards by 90 degrees.
To switch on the torch, slide the switch
forwards.
To change the 4 storage batteries
(NiMH type), remove the protective cover,
located on the torch.
To put the torch back in place, engage it in
the notches on the base and pivot it upwards.
The torch's storage batteries recharge
automatically while driving.
A boot lamp is installed in the centre of
the torch base (refer to the "Interior lighting"
section).
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INTERIOR LIGHTING
Front courtesy lamp
This is located in the centre of the roof.
It can be activated by:
- tilting the lens,
- opening or closing a door,
- locking or unlocking the vehicle.
It switches off automatically, after a few
minutes, if the doors remain open, or when
the ignition is switched on.
The courtesy lamp may be fitted with an
alarm sensor, a microphone for the hands-
free kit and reading lights.
The reading lampshave right-hand and left-
hand switches.
Rear courtesy lamp
This is located on the upper part of the rear
right side.
Press the side of the courtesy lamp lens to
switch it on or off.
It comes on automatically when a door is
opened.
Good practice
It switches off automatically:
- if the switch is not pressed down,
- in all cases within approximately
15 minutes if the doors remain open,
- when the ignition is switched on,
- when the vehicle is locked.
Boot lamp
This is located in the centre of the torch
base.
The lamp operates in accordance with
the three positions of the switch below.
Permanently on.
In this "AUTO" position, it comes
on gradually when the vehicle is
unlocked and when a rear door or
the tailgate is opened.
It switches off automatically, after a few
minutes, if a rear door or the tailgate remains
open, or when the ignition is switched on.
Permanently off.
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SAFETY
Driving safely
PARKING BRAKE
Applying
Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise
your vehicle.
Check that the parking brake is applied
firmly before leaving the vehicle.
If the parking brake is still on or
has not been released properly,
this is indicated by this warning
lamp which comes on on the
instrument panel.
When parking on a slope, direct your wheels
towards the pavement and pull the parking
brake lever up.
There is no advantage in engaging a gear
after parking the vehicle, particularly if the
vehicle is loaded.
Releasing
Pull the lever and press the button to lower
the parking brake lever.
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
Press this button, the two direction
indicators flash.
They operate with the ignition off.
When the hazard warning lights are switched
on, the change of direction function, via the
right-hand or left-hand direction indicator, is
deactivated.
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Driving safely
HORN
Press the centre of the steering wheel.
Anti-lock braking system and
electronic brake force distribution
Linked systems which improve the stability
and manoeuvrability of your vehicle when
braking, in particular on poor or slippery
surfaces.
BRAKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
Group of supplementary systems which help
you to obtain optimum braking in complete
safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance (EBA).
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk
of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal accompanied by some noise.
When braking in an emergency, press
very fi rmly without releasing the pressure.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the instrument
panel screen, it indicates a fault with
the anti-lock braking system which could result
in loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the ABS
warning
lamp, accompanied by a message
in the instrument panel screen, it
indicates a fault with the electronic
brake force distribution which could result in
loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Good practice
The ABS system does not provide shorter
braking distances. On very slippery surfaces
(black ice, oil...) the ABS can extend braking
distances. For emergency braking, press the
brake pedal hard and do not release it, even
on a slipper surface; you will then be able to
steer the vehicle and avoid an obstacle.
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
For maximum braking effi ciency, a
bedding-in period of around 300 miles
(500 kilometres) is needed. During this period
it is recommended that you avoid harsh,
repeated or prolonged braking.
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SAFETY
Seat belts
Good practice
The driver must ensure that all passengers
fasten their seat belts correctly.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for short
journeys.
The seat belts are fitted with an inertia reel
which automatically adjusts the length of the
strap to your size. The seat belt is reeled in
automatically when not in use.
Ensure that the seat belt has reeled in
correctly after use.
After folding or moving a seat, ensure that
the seat belt has reeled in correctly into its
compartment and that the buckle is ready to
accommodate the tongue. The force limiter reduces the pressure of the
seat belt against the body of the occupants.
The equipment fitted to these seat belts is
operational when the ignition is switched on.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device
which automatically locks the strap in the
event of a collision or emergency braking or
if the vehicle rolls over.
The airbag warning lamp comes
on if the pretensioners are
deployed. Contact a CITROËN or
a qualified workshop.
Depending on the nature and seriousness of
any impact, the pretensioning device may be
deployed before and independently of infl ation
of the airbags. It instantly tightens the seat
belts against the body of the occupants.
The deployment of the pretensioners is
accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system. In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
- restrain one person only,
- must not be twisted, check by pulling in
front of you with an even movement,
- be tightened as close to the body as
possible.
The upper part of the seat belt should be
positioned in the hollow of the shoulder.
The lap part should be placed as low as
possible on the pelvis.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles as they
will not fulfil their role completely. If the
seats are fitted with armrests, the lap part of
the seat belt should always pass under the
armrest.
Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly
by pulling the strap firmly.
Recommendations for children:
- use a suitable child seat if the passenger
is less than 12 years old or less than one
and a half metres tall,
- never allow a child to travel on your lap,
even with the seat belt fastened.
For further information regarding child
seats, refer to the "Children on board"
section of chapter 5.
In accordance with current safety
regulations, for all work on your vehicle,
refer to a qualified workshop that has the
skills an equipment needed, all of which can
be provided by a CITROËN dealer.
Have the seat belts checked regularly (even
after a minor impact) by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop: they must not show
any signs of wear, cutting or fraying and they
must not be transformed or modified.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy
water or a textile cleaning product,
available from CITROËN dealers.