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Fitting the "space-saver"
type spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
it is normal to notice when tightening
the wheel bolts that the washers do not
come into contact with the "space-
saver" type spare wheel. The wheel is
secured by the conical contact sur face
on each bolt. F
P
osition the wheel on the hub.
F
S
crew in the bolts fully by hand.
F P re-tighten the bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
Fitting a wheel
F Remove the bolts and put then in a clean
place.
F
R
emove the wheel.
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Before changing a fuse, it is necessary to
F i mmobilise the vehicle and switch off the
ignition,
F
s
witch off all electrical consumers,
F
i
dentify the failed fuse using the fuse
allocation tables and diagrams in the
following pages,
F
i
dentify and correct the cause of the
problem.
Replacing a fuse
Good Failed
Tw e e z e r
When replacing a fuse, you must always:
F
u
se the special tweezer to extract the fuse
from its holder and check the condition of
its element,
F
r
eplace a failed fuse by on of the same
rating (same colour); the use of a different
rating fuse could cause a fault (risk of fire).
If the problem recurs after replacing the fuse,
have the vehicle's electrical system checked by
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. CITR
oËn
will not accept any
responsibility for the costs incurred
in repairing your vehicle or for the
malfunctions resulting from the
installation of auxiliary accessories which
were not supplied or recommended by
CITROËN
and which were not installed
in accordance with its instructions, in
particular where the current consumption
of all the the additional equipment
connected exceeds 10 milliamps.
Installation of electrical
accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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12 V battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
F
r
elease the bonnet using the interior lever,
then the exterior safety catch,
F
r
aise the bonnet and secure it with its stay,
F
l
ift the plastic cover for access to the
(+) terminal.
Access to the battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.
Before doing any work
Immobilise the vehicle: apply the
parking brake, put the gearbox in
neutral, then switch off the ignition.
Check that all electrical equipment is
switched off.
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.
After refitting the battery, 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).
do not push the vehicle to start the
engine if you have an ETG electronic
gearbox.
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accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.
"Comfort":
air deflectors, insulated module,
sun blinds, scented air freshener, portable
ashtray, coat hanger fitted to head restraint,
reading lamp, front and rear parking sensors,
centre armrest, cigarette lighter ...
"Transport solutions":
boot carpet, boot liner,
boot net, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier,
ski carrier, roof boxes, boot dividers, ... "Security and safety":
anti-theft alarm,
vehicle tracking system, snow chains, wheel
non-slip covers, wheel security bolts, child
seats, first aid kit, warning triangle, high
visibility vest, breathalyzer, fire extinguisher,
pet seat belt, foglamp kit, seat belt cutter/glass
hammer, ... "Protection":
mats, mud flaps, vehicle cover,
seat covers, bumper protectors, ...
To prevent the mat from becoming caught
under the pedals:
-
e
nsure that the mat is secured correctly,
-
n
ever fit one mat on top of another.
"Styling":
rear diffuser, aluminium gear knob,
alloy wheels, exterior expressive stickers,
chrome side mouldings, chrome mirror shells
chrome door handles, door sill finishers, ...
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