2014 CITROEN C-ELYSÉE tow

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Changing a bulb


Front lamps

In some weather conditions (e.g. low temperature or humidity), the presence of misting on the internal sur face of the glass of the headlamps and rear lampsis normal; it disappears after the lamps have been on for a few minutes.

The headlamps are fitted with polycarbonate glass with a protectivecoating:)do not clean them using a dry or abrasive cloth, nor with a detergent or solvent product,)
use a sponge and soapy water or apH neutral product,)
when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do not keep the 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 serious burns). It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order notto damage the headlamp. Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb with the same type andspecification.1
.Direction indicators (PY21W amber).2. Main beam headlamps (H1- 55W).3.Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).4.Daytime running lamps / sidelamps(W21/5W).or
Sidelamps (W5W).5.Front foglamps (H11- 55W).

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Changing front foglamp bulbs
)Access to the front foglamp is through the aper ture below the bumper.
If necessary, unscrew and completely remove the cover.)Turn the bulb holder a quar ter turn anti-clockwise and pull it out. )Disconnect the bulb connector. )Remove the bulb and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
If you experience any difficulty in replacing bulbs, contact your CITROËNdealer or a qualified workshop.
Changing direction indicator side
repeaters
)Insert a screwdriver towards the centre of
the repeater between the repeater and the
base on the body.
)Tilt the screwdriver to extract the repeater and remove it.)Disconnect the repeater connector.)Replace the module.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop to obtain areplacement side repeater module.

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Changing bulbs
These bulbs are changed from inside the boot:
) open the boot,)
remove the access grille from thecorresponding side trim panel, )
slacken and remove the nut,
)
disconnect the lamp unit connector,)
unclip the lamp unit by lowering the tongue
and carefully extract it pulling in line
towards the outside,
)remove the four screws and lift off the bulb
holder,
)turn the failed bulb a quar ter of a turn and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r r
y out these operations in reverse order.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
Tighten sufficiently to ensure sealing, but
without damaging the lamp. 1
.Direction indicators (PY21W amber).2.Reversing lamps (R10W).3.Foglamp (P21W).4.Sidelamps (P21/5W).5.Brake lamps / sidelamps (P21/5W).



















Rear lamps

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Third brake lamp (5 W5W bulbs)Number plate lamps (W5W)
)Insert a thin screwdriver into one of the
transparent lens.
)Push it outwards to unclip it and remove it. )Remove the failed bulb and change it. To reassemble, carry out these operations inreverse order.
Ensure that the housing cover is correctly positioned on its support before clipping it into place.
To c h a n
ge these bulbs, it is necessary toremove the housing from the rear shelf, working from the rear seats:)pull the housing cover towards you and up
to disengage it,
) disconnect the lamp connector,)
unclip the bulb holder by lifting the two lugs
and remove it,) replace the failed bulb.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in reverse order.

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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, )lift the floor and remove it,
)remove the towing eye from the holder.
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 driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle.Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towingbar; 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, - 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...

Procedure
for having your vehicle towed using the towing eye, removable at the front, fixed at the rear.

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To w i ng your vehicle
To w i ng another vehicle
)On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing on the left edge. )Screw the towing eye in fully. )Install the towing bar.
Put the gear lever into neutral (position N
for an electronic or automatic gearbox). Failure to follow this instruction maycause damage to some components(braking, transmission...) and the absence of braking assistance when the engine is restar ted.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key
in the ignition one notch and release the
parkin
g brake.) Switch on the hazard warning lamps onboth vehicles. )
Move off gently, drive slowly and for a shor tdistance.



This towing is strictly prohibited (risk of damaging your vehicle).

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Towing a trailer
We recommend the use of genuineCITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËNdealer, it is imperative that it is fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
T
owbar suitable for the attachment of atrailer or installation of a bicycle carrier, with
additional lighting and signalling.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and the driver must take particular care.

Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for
transpor ting people and luggage, but it may
also be used
for towing a trailer.

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Driving advice
Distribution of loads
)Distribute the load in the trailer so that theheaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.

Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance. Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towed
load must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Side wind
)Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.

Cooling

To w i ng a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electricall
y controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the
gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
)If the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.



Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine braking is recommended.

Tyres
)Check the tyre pressures of the towingvehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the recommended pressures.



Lighting
)Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.


The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine CITROËN towbar is used.
R
efer to the "Technical Data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.